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Barbusa, San Diego, CA

Barbusa

4.7 (4487)
$31 to $50
Italian
1917 India Street, San Diego, CA 92101

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 104 times today

About this restaurant

  • Neighborhood gem
  • Lively
  • Good for groups
Barbusa Local Modern Sicilian Restaurant.
Lively atmosphere with our craft cocktails, handmade pastas, freshest seafood, delicate pizza, and our famous Sicilian Ribeye.

Pizza Served from our stone fired oven.

Gluten free and Vegan Items Available


WHILE WE VALUE THE TIME OF ALL OUR LOYAL GUEST AND SMILING FACES, WE KINDLY REQUEST YOU LIMIT THE TIME SPENT AT YOUR TABLE TO 1 HOUR AND 30 MIN DUE TO MANDATED REDUCTION IN CAPACITY.

THANK YOU FOR YOUR UNDERSTANDING AND SUPPORT, WE COULDNT BE MORE THRILLED TO HAVE YOU DINE WITH US!


Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Italian, Steak, Contemporary Italian
  • Hours of operation
    Lunch Sat, Sun 11:30 am–4:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 4:00 pm–9:30 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (619) 238-1917
  • Website
    http://www.barbusa.com/
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Executive chef
    Joe Busalacchi and Nino Zizzo
  • Catering
    We can cater all your events .Please send email to joey@barbusa.com
  • Private party facilities
    We are here for any of your private party needs. We do buffet, family style and seated experiences.
  • Delivery & takeout
    Order direct
  • Location
    1917 India Street, San Diego, CA 92101
  • Neighborhood
    Little Italy
  • Cross street
    Grape Street and India Street
  • Parking details
    we have Valet in the lot next to our establishment
  • Public transit
    Bus and trolley within blocks
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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What 4,487 people are saying

Barbusa reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

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4.7
4.7 based on recent ratings
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.6Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.4Value

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Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Barbusa in San Diego's Little Italy delights with "delicious Italian cuisine" and a "beautiful authentic ambiance." The "service is excellent," with standout dishes like "short rib lasagna" and "gnocchi pesto." While it can be "very noisy," it's perfect for lively group dinners. A must-visit for "amazing" Sicilian flavors!
4,487 Reviews

  1. Leah

    Grand Rapids / Western Michigan1 review

    5.0

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    My colleagues and I were in town for the HR conference and Barbusa was recommended by a relative of one of our group that lives locally. We loved everything about our experience from the vibe to the outstanding service to the absolutely delicious meal. Next time we’re back in town, we will make a point to go back. Thanks Michael and the Barbusa staff. Andiamo!

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  2. Cheryl VIP

    Orange County17 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We loved this place! The service was AMAZING our server was so friendly and knowledgeable it was lovely. The food was equally amazing. The gnocchi was life changing, the expresso martini was also amazing. It is loud but you can still have a conversation. We truly loved everything about our visit and will return when we are back in the area.

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  3. Emily

    New Orleans / Louisiana1 review

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Every aspect of this lunch was lovely, from the attentive service, to the terrific food, I wanted to linger all day. 

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  4. Mimi VIP

    Washington, D.C. Area31 reviews

    4.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Excellent as usual Delicious pastas and salads Excellent cocktails We enjoyed every dish including dessert

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  5. Luis VIP

    San Diego9 reviews

    3.0

    Dined on June 22, 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    This has always been one of my favorite restaurants, but unfortunately, last night just didn’t feel the same. The prices have gone up significantly, which I could understand if the portions stayed the same,but they didn’t. The servings were noticeably smaller, and that really took away from the overall experience. The service is still great, and while the place was a bit noisy, it remains a solid spot. That said, my dish usually comes with a special seasonal mushroom that I always look forward to, and this time the portion was disappointingly smal, barely there compared to past visits. It just felt like the quality and generosity of the food has gone down, which is really unfortunate.

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  6. Frank

    Tampa / Central Florida West1 review

    5.0

    Dined on June 21, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Incredible food. Incredible atmosphere. Incredible service. Simply incredible

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  7. Sharleen

    Orange County1 review

    5.0

    Dined on June 21, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Service was extremely fast and amazing. We were in and out in 1 hour for 4 of us. Would have loved to stay longer but that’s just how quick they move!

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  8. Cyntia

    Guadalajara8 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 20, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 5
    Las pizzas buenisimas y la lasagna también muy buena

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  9. Kathy

    Orange County41 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on June 20, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We try to come here every time we are in SD and we have never been disappointed with the food and service. I wish I could remember our waiters name because his service was outstanding. He was very fun and knowledgeable about the menu and the wine. I had the lamb chops and the squash blossoms and loved my meal. Great place to eat in Little Italy.

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  10. Karin VIP

    San Diego17 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 19, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    I have been here quite a few times in the past and this visit was the best! The Italian server was TOP NOTCH, by far the best server we've had there so far. My friend brought a birthday cake, and the server was so cool serving it up for us. Very sweet I ordered the Squid Ink Pasta with Octopus and iI would venture to say it was one of the best pastas I've had in a very long time, please let Chef know. I work as a Concierge downtown and i recommend the restaurant all the time, its very, very good.

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FAQs

Barbusa offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (619) 238-1917.

Barbusa is rated 4.7 stars by 4487 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 104 times today
Google Map for Barbusa

1917 India Street, San Diego, CA 92101

Additional information

  • Cross street
    Grape Street and India Street
  • Neighborhood
    Little Italy
  • Hours of operation
    Lunch Sat, Sun 11:30 am–4:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 4:00 pm–9:30 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Italian, Steak, Contemporary Italian
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    we have Valet in the lot next to our establishment
  • Public transit
    Bus and trolley within blocks
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Joe Busalacchi and Nino Zizzo
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Delivery & takeout
    Order direct
  • Website
    http://www.barbusa.com/
  • Phone number
    (619) 238-1917
  • Catering
    We can cater all your events .Please send email to joey@barbusa.com
  • Private party facilities
    We are here for any of your private party needs. We do buffet, family style and seated experiences.

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