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Barbusa, San Diego, CA

Barbusa

4.7 (4495)
$31 to $50
Italian
1917 India Street, San Diego, CA 92101

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 95 times today

About this restaurant

  • Lively
  • Neighborhood gem
  • 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 4,495 people are saying

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

Overall ratings and reviews

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

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

  • San Diego

    Most Booked 1000-Point Tables

  • San Diego

    Most Booked 1000-Point Tables

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!
4,495 Reviews

  1. Kelcey VIP

    Houston1 review

    4.0

    Dined today

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 3
    Food was tasty. Pretty crowded and loud, but enjoyed the experience overall!

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  2. Tony and Lori

    Greater Boston2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    gnocchi, granchio, funghi e tartufo, ravs, meatballs, calamari were all excellent. bone marrow was ok. cocktails were amazing. Service amazing. you’ll love it and come back.

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  3. Kory

    Hawaii1 review

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    Great dinner and service , just a little too loud for my liking , maybe I’m just getting old lol

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  4. Vanessa

    San Francisco Bay Area2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Staff is amazing! Food amazing! Loved it and will come back every time I’m visiting SD. Espresso Martini’s are legit.

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  5. Anthony VIP

    San Diego1 review

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great waiter Bone marrow excellent Lamb chops so so good

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  6. Mark

    San Francisco Bay Area43 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    The food is outstanding. Creative takes on carpaccio using ahi. Carbonara with an egg yolk are two examples. The staff is amazing. She had Alexsy as our primary staff person withJohn supporting. Alexsy is attentive without hovering, energetic without being overwhelming, knowledgeable without patronizing. She was intelligent, energetic, and fun. It was loud and the manager turned the bass down upon our request. The energy is contagious.

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  7. Pam

    San Diego6 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Panzanella salad, ravioli Norma and Rib eye. Every bite was delicious, service was impeccable.

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  8. carrie

    San Diego14 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We went to Barbusa for my birthday and had a wonderful and memorable dining experience. The homemade pastas were amazing. My personal favorite was the squid ink pasta with octopus and spicy tomato sauce. The lamb chop lollipop appetizer was also delicious! There were three of them and three of us, so it worked well for our group. Service was prompt and attentive. Highly recommend you make a reservation. This place is busy. It is also quite noisy, but not too loud to have a conversation.

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  9. Leah

    Grand Rapids / Western Michigan1 review

    5.0

    Dined 5 days 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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  10. Cheryl VIP

    Orange County17 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 5 days 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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FAQs

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

Barbusa is rated 4.7 stars by 4495 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 95 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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