Experience Award-Winning Italian Dining Proud winner of the Gambero Rosso International’s 2024 Top Italian Restaurants Award and the 2004 OpenTable Diner’s Choice Award, The Marchio Q, is a prestigious recognition awarded to Italian restaurants outside of Italy that excel in authenticity, quality, and adherence to traditional Italian culinary standards. Da Barbara brings a perfect blend of Italian elegance and Hollywood glamour to the heart of the city. A Celebration of Italy’s Culinary Heritage At Da Barbara, we honor Italy’s diverse culinary traditions, crafting dishes with the finest and freshest ingredients. Our intimate seating for 20 ensures every guest enjoys a personalized and unforgettable dining experience. The Vision of Chef Barbara Pollastrini Founded by Chef Barbara Pollastrini, Da Barbara embodies a lifelong passion for authentic Italian cuisine.
Da Barbara offers personalized catering services for small crowds; whether it's a family celebration or a cozy get-together with friends, our curated menu will delight your guests with fresh, authentic dishes. Let us handle the details so you can enjoy a stress-free, delicious experience. Contact us to create a custom menu tailored to your needs.
Private party facilities
At Da Barbara, we offer exclusive private event experiences tailored to your needs. Whether it's a corporate gathering, a special celebration, or an intimate dinner, our team will create a memorable event with exquisite Italian cuisine and impeccable service. Contact us to plan your perfect event.
Slow-cooked, filet mignon meatballs crafted with our house-made focaccia and served in our signature tomato sauce.
Vitello TonnatoUSD 29.00
Tender, thinly sliced veal, delicately poached and served chilled, adorned with a velvety, creamy tuna-caper sauce.
Brandy Sautéed ShrimpUSD 26.00
Shrimp sautéed in rich and aromatic brandy sauce over fresh corn cream.
Scallop Tartare with Tobiko and FruitUSD 29.00
Scallops finely diced paired with seasonal fruit, finished with a light citrus dressing.
Velouté of the DayUSD 20.00
Silky soup with the freshest seasonal ingredients. Please ask your host about today’s featured velouté.
Green Seasonal FindsUSD 16.00
Fresh Baked FocacciaUSD 9.00
Paste
Tagliolini with Lemon SauceUSD 27.00
Pasta is tossed in a light, zesty lemon sauce with sautéed shrimp.
Pomodoro Essence TaglioliniUSD 25.00
A blend of five or more varieties of the finest fresh tomatoes.
Tortelli of the DayUSD 32.00
Our Tortelli is handmade daily with the finest seasonal ingredients. Ask your host for today’s special filling.
Gnocchi of the DayUSD 31.00
Ask your host for today’s special sauce.
Secondi
Filet Mignon RollUSD 48.00
Stuffed with 24-month-aged Parmigiano Reggiano and Prosciutto di Parma, slow-cooked in Barolo and Marsala wine infused with aromatic herbs.
Short Ribs BrasatoUSD 48.00
Tender short ribs braised slowly in red wine with carrots, celery, and onions infused with aromatic herbs.
Maialino al LatteUSD 45.00
Tender pork loin slow-cooked in milk, creating a rich, creamy sauce with garlic, thyme, rosemary, and sage.
Sea BassUSD 47.00
Roasted Sea Bass with a velvety sauce made from roasted red bell peppers, onion, and olive tapenade.
Cauliflower SteakUSD 30.00
A thick-cut cauliflower slice seasoned and roasted to golden perfection is topped with Italian capers, olives, cherry tomatoes, and herbs.
Contorni
Scalloped PotatoUSD 10.00
Thinly sliced potatoes layered with rich, creamy sauce, garlic and rosemary.
Sautéed MushroomsUSD 10.00
With Garlic and parsley.
Sautéed PeasUSD 10.00
Dolci
Dessert of the DayUSD 19.00
Ask your host about today’s featured desserts, crafted daily by our chef, to highlight seasonal ingredients and classic Italian flavors.
What 91 people are saying
Da Barbara reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.
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4.9
4.9 based on recent ratings
4.9Food
5Service
4.9Ambience
4.7Value
Noise • Moderate
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Review summary
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Da Barbara offers an extraordinary dining experience with "incredible attention to detail" and "authentic Italian flavors." Guests praise Chef Barbara's passion, the "intimate, cozy atmosphere," and the "beautifully crafted dishes." Highlights include homemade ricotta, lemon tagliolini, and handmade pasta. It's a "culinary masterpiece" where "each dish tells a story."
91 Reviews
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OpenTable Diner
Palm Springs5 reviews
5.0
Dined on 13 March 2025
Overall 5
Food 5
Service 5
Ambience 5
Wow!
Da Barbara!!
This was a great culinary experience!
The food and service were amazing!
My friend also enjoyed Da Barbara!
I will be back soon!
Thank you…
Dr. Levi
Orthopedic Surgeon in LA
Bonafide Foodie!
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MarthaM VIP
San Diego6 reviews
5.0
Dined on 13 March 2025
Overall 5
Food 5
Service 5
Ambience 5
The entire dining experience was amazing. From Chef Barbara to her staff. The food is amazing, homemade pastas and cheeses. All the entrees were delicious. Quaint ambiance. A 10++ all around.
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Johnnie VIP
Los Angeles4 reviews
4.0
Dined on 9 March 2025
Overall 4
Food 4
Service 5
Ambience 5
Glad to have the experience of dining here. The highlights of the meal were the pasta and the focaccia bread. The beef dish (fillet roll) came in a delicious sauce, but the meat was underwhelming. We wished we ordered the meatball appetizer, so hopefully next time. Would definitely go back!
Da BarbaraResponded on 9 March 2025
Thanks for dining with us! We're glad you enjoyed the pasta and focaccia. I'm sorry to hear the filet roll wasn’t your favorite—hopefully, the meatballs will hit the spot next time. Looking forward to having you back!
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Shelly
Montreal1 review
5.0
Dined on 7 March 2025
Overall 5
Food 5
Service 5
Ambience 5
Barbara and her tiny team are amazing! She makes all her food by hand and prepares the dishes in her tiny kitchen right before your eyes. You can not dine anywhere else like this in LA. Truly special. Brava Barbara keep it small!
Da BarbaraResponded on 9 March 2025
Thank you so much for the 5 stars !!!!
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OpenTable Diner VIP
Los Angeles3 reviews
5.0
Dined on 2 March 2025
Overall 5
Food 5
Service 5
Ambience 5
The best of the best! The best food and the best Chef!
Da BarbaraResponded on 5 March 2025
Thank you so much! 🥰 You're the best for saying that! We’re happy you enjoyed everything—we can’t wait to have you back
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OpenTable Diner VIP
Atlanta1 review
5.0
Dined on 27 February 2025
Overall 5
Food 5
Service 5
Ambience 5
Incredible food, ambience and service! Highly recommend!
Da BarbaraResponded on 5 March 2025
Thank you so much! 🥰 We're thrilled you loved the food, ambiance, and service! We can’t wait to have you back
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Richard
Los Angeles1 review
5.0
Dined on 23 February 2025
Overall 5
Food 5
Service 5
Ambience 5
Great ambiance. Great food. Great service. An intimate dining experience.
Da BarbaraResponded on 23 February 2025
Thank you for your kind words! We're thrilled you enjoyed the ambiance, food, and service. Looking forward to welcoming you back for another intimate dining experience! Grazie
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Alexandra
Los Angeles1 review
5.0
Dined on 22 February 2025
Overall 5
Food 5
Service 5
Ambience 5
Amazing experience! The food was beyond divine!!! We will definitely be going back sooner than later…
Da BarbaraResponded on 23 February 2025
Thank you so much! We're delighted you had a fantastic experience and loved the food. We can't wait to welcome you back soon!
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Amy
New York City23 reviews
5.0
Dined on 21 February 2025
Overall 5
Food 5
Service 5
Ambience 5
The food was amazing and we really enjoyed ourselves. The space is gorgeous as well. Can’t wait to return!
Da BarbaraResponded on 23 February 2025
Wow, Thank you so much! We're thrilled you loved the food and the space! It means the world to us. We can’t wait to welcome you back for another evening. See you soon!
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Justin
Phoenix1 review
5.0
Dined on 21 February 2025
Overall 5
Food 5
Service 5
Ambience 5
I am 100% confident in saying this is the best restaurant experience I have ever had. This may have been the best meal from top to bottom of my entire life. What Barbara is doing is absolutely incredible and there is nothing like it anywhere else. This place is one of one. AMAZING!
Da BarbaraResponded on 23 February 2025
I’m speechless! Your words mean everything to us. It’s so amazing to know that everything, from the food to the whole experience, left such a lasting impression on you. What you’ve described is exactly what we strive for, and it’s incredible to see that it came through. You’re always welcome to come back anytime for another unforgettable experience!
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FAQs
Da Barbara is rated 4.9 stars by 91 OpenTable diners.
Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.
Da Barbara offers personalized catering services for small crowds; whether it's a family celebration or a cozy get-together with friends, our curated menu will delight your guests with fresh, authentic dishes. Let us handle the details so you can enjoy a stress-free, delicious experience. Contact us to create a custom menu tailored to your needs.
Private party facilities
At Da Barbara, we offer exclusive private event experiences tailored to your needs. Whether it's a corporate gathering, a special celebration, or an intimate dinner, our team will create a memorable event with exquisite Italian cuisine and impeccable service. Contact us to plan your perfect event.
