Garbatella

Name: Garbatella
Address: 2015 Birch Rd ste 2500 ste 2500, Chula Vista, CA, United States, 91915
Telephone: (619) 651-1185
Price range: $31 to $50
Rating: 4.3

4.3

277 Reviews

$31 to $50

Italian

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2 people

29 Dec 2024

7:00 pm

Booked 10 times today

Good for special occasions
Lively
Good for groups

Come Try Our Brunch Saturdays & Sundays 9:00AM - 12:30PM

We are proud to share our journey which is Garbatella Osteria Bar. As the first US-based concept from husband-wife duo Saul Plata and his wife Carelma Rodriguez, as well as his partner Antonio and Diana, Garbatella Osteria in Otay Ranch, is the coming together of cultures, of travels, and of a lifetime of experiences. The Italian menu is crafted to reflect the authentic Italian flavors of Antonio’s childhood with recipes he has loved and cooked for decades.

We are thrilled to call Chula Vista home and root ourselves here. Again, benvenuti, welcome, to Garbatella Osteria Italian restaurant.

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Dining areas

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Elegant
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Italian, Café, Breakfast
Hours of Operation
Mon–Thu 1:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 1:00 pm–11:00 pm Sun 1:00 pm–9:00 pm Brunch Sat, Sun 9:00 am–12:30 pm
Phone number
(619) 651-1185
Website
https://garbatellaosteria.com/
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress

Location
2015 Birch Rd ste 2500 ste 2500, Chula Vista, CA 91915
Area
San Ysidro
Parking details
Public Parking
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cafe, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Delivery, Dog Friendly, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Takeaway, Wine

Offers

Live Music
Multiple dates available
Fri - Sat - 7:00 pm - 10:00 pm
Music that is inspired by early legends of the 30's, 40's, 50's and 60's. Frank Sinatra, Dean Martin, Sammy Davis Jr, Nat King Cole, Tony bennett and Bobby Darin to mention a few. Spend the evening with Roman Palacios. Live Music Available Friday and Saturday 7:00PM to 10:00PM
Saturday & Sunday Brunch!
Multiple dates available
Sun - 9:00 am - 1:00 pm,Sat - 9:00 am - 1:00 pm
Come try our new Brunch Food and Drinks available Saturday and Sunday 9:00AM - 1:00PM

Popular dishes

Dal PanificioUSD 3.00
Cestino di pane
Antipasti dal MareUSD 18.00
Half dozen oysters Herb pink peppercorn mignonette, zhug, passion fruit
TonnoUSD 22.00
Blue fin tartare- olive tapenade, pangrattato, lemon oil, Calabrian chili, Herb Mayo, pickled mustard seed, endive
Crudite Seafood
Chef's selection
- MP
Zuppetta di CozzeUSD 15.00
Mussels, aji Verde, smoked butter, Urfa, wine
Calamari FrittiUSD 19.00
Deep fried squid served with tartar sauce
Polpo ArrrostoUSD 25.00
Whole grill octopus, served with kale salad
Frittura GarbatellaUSD 25.00
A classic street food plate, dipper fried calamari, king prawns and fresh anchovies served with tartare sauce
Seared Blue FinUSD 22.00
Italian herb crust, heirloom, pea tendril, charred scallion salsa, Cuca melon
Scallop CrudoUSD 19.00
Zhug, lemon oil, Cuca melon, scallion dust, tomatoes. Herbs
Parmesan FondueUSD 11.00
Warm parmesan cheese, fresh bread
Duck Fat PotatoesUSD 11.00
smoked onion aioli, truffle salt, shaved parmesan
Prosciutto e BurrataUSD 19.00
Fresh burrata mozzarella, prosciutto, arugula, pesto
Prosciutto e BurrataUSD 17.00
Burrata mozzarella, prosciutto, pesto, arugula
La Parmigiana di MelanzaneUSD 14.00
Fried eggplant, fresh tomato sauce, parmesan cheese, basil
Red Peppers HummusUSD 14.00
ají verde-feta, olive oíl, Urfa
Carciofo al FornoUSD 12.00
baked artichoke served in pink sauce, grated in our stone hoven
Smoked Beet CarpaccioUSD 16.00
hemp, pistachio dukkha, arugula, white balsamic, whipped feta, pomegranate molasses

Le Insalate / Fresh Salads

CesareUSD 12.00
lettuce, croutons, shaved parmesan cheese, Caesar dressing
ColosseoUSD 16.00
Arugula, smoked salmon, pickled onion, kalamata olives, cherry tomatoes, lemon dressing
WatermelonsUSD 14.00
whipped feta, candied quinoa, pickled Fresno, white balsamic, mint, tomato, arugula
SpinaciUSD 13.00
Baby spinach, almonds, pear, goat cheese, roast red onion dressing
CarlottaUSD 12.00
gorgonzola dressing, pancetta, chives, balsamic reduction. Tomato, coddled egg

Pasta e Riso / Pasta

CarbonaraUSD 19.00
Guanciale, egg Yolk, black pepper, pecorino Romano DOP and Parmesan cheese
ArrabbiataUSD 17.00
Garlic, crushed chili pepper, tomato sauce
BoscaiolaUSD 19.00
Cream, Italian sausage, mushrooms, white wine, crushed pepper, parsley
Orecchiette dell OrtoUSD 19.00
Tomato sauce, eggplant, baby zucchini, olives, sweet peppers, EVOO
Pappardelle RioneUSD 23.00
Braised beef short rib, tomato, burrata cheese
Linguine a MareUSD 26.00
Spanish shrimp, calamari, clams, mussels, tomatoes, white wine, garlic, lemon juice
Gnocchi CastellanaUSD 19.00
House gnocchi, tomato sauce, eggplant, pancetta, pesto
RavioliUSD 23.00
Chefs selection
Penne 4 FormaggiUSD 19.00
Gorgonzola, pecorino, cream, provolone, Grana Padano, black pepper
Lasagna della GarbataUSD 20.00
Bolognese meat, tomato, besciamella sauce
Nero di SeppiaUSD 24.00
Squid ink tagliatelle, shrimps, calamari, white wine, creamy tomato sauce
Vodka ShrimpUSD 22.00
Creamy pomodoro sauce, vodka, peperoncino, spanish shrimps
Risotto e OssobucoUSD 26.00
Veal shank in Sangiovese reduction, arborio rice
Pappaedelle al PolpettoneUSD 17.00
Ragu Bolognese, house meatball

Pizze / Wood-Fired Pizza

MargheritaUSD 15.00
Tomato sauce, mozzarella, fresh basil
MarinaraUSD 11.00
Tomato sauce, oregano, garlic, EVOO
RiccaUSD 18.00
Tomato sauce, mozzarella, Italian sausage, artichokes, crushed pepper, roast potatoes
FiorentinaUSD 18.00
Tomato sauce, mozzarella, salame, provolone, mushrooms, baby spinach
MonteUSD 18.00
Mozzarella, provola, pancetta, cherry tomato, arugula (no sauce)
4 FormaggiUSD 19.00
Tomato sauce, mozzarella, provola, gorgonzola, brie
CapricciosaUSD 19.00
Tomato sauce, mozzarella, prosciutto cotto, mushrooms, artichokes, black olives
FabrizioUSD 18.00
Mozzarella di bufala, mushrooms, arugula, parmesan shaving (no sauce)
PepperoniUSD 18.00
Tomato sauce, mozzarella, pepperoni
DiavolaUSD 18.00
Tomato sauce, mozzarella, salame calabrese, spicy oil
PiazzettaUSD 18.00
Tomato sauce, mozzarella di bufala, speck
GianlucaUSD 18.00
Tomato sauce, mozzarella, prosciutto crudo, arugula, parmesan shaving
AntonelloUSD 19.00
Tomato sauce, mozzarella, Jumbo shrimps, crushed red pepper, arugula
VegetarianaUSD 18.00
tomato sauce, mozzarella, black olives, zucchini, peppers, mushrooms, basil
VeganaUSD 18.00
Tomato sauce, zucchini, artichokes, black olives, fresh tomato, mushrooms, basil, EVOO
SalmonUSD 20.00
Tomato sauce, mozzarella, smoked salmon, cappers, dill, EVOO
ParmaUSD 18.00
Tomato sauce, mozzarella, prosciutto crudo, gorgonzola
NordicaUSD 18.00
Tomato sauce, mozzarella, speck, brie
PescatoreUSD 20.00
Mozzarella, octopus, shrimps, cherry tomato, pepperoncino, black olives
CottaUSD 18.00
Pesto genovese, mozzarella, prosciutto COTTO, ricotta cheese (no sauce)

Secondi / Second Course

BranzinoUSD 37.00
aji Verde, pancetta crisp, pickled onion, toasted pine nuts, arugula, chickpea, tomato
SalmonUSD 33.00
Salmon fillet, King prawns, served with steams vegetables and quinoa
ScallopUSD 32.00
chili crunch, smoked cauliflower puree, guanciale, tomato relish, toasted hazelnut, zucchini, brown butter sherry jus
Scaloppa MilaneseUSD 37.00
Italian breadcrumb charred shallot vinaigrette, arugula, pickled vegetables, shaved parmesan, olive, cherry tomato, herb mayo, coddled egg
Bistecca al BaroloUSD 49.00
12oz ribeye in Barolo wine glaze and butter, served with mash potato
Pollo ai CarciofiUSD 29.00
Artichoke, olive tapenade, hazelnut, pangrattato, purple basil, chicken jus, confit garlic puree, pea tendrils

Delizioso / Side Orders

SpinachUSD 8.00
Brussels SproutsUSD 8.00
AsparagusUSD 10.00
French FriesUSD 7.00
Sauteed MushroomsUSD 7.00
Roast PotatoesUSD 7.00

What 277 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.3

4.3 based on recent ratings

4.3Food
4.3Service
4.4Ambience
3.9Value

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Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Garbatella shines with its "delicious food," friendly staff, and "exceptional ambiance." A perfect spot for celebrations, the restaurant offers "exquisite" dishes and "efficient" service. While some guests noted service hiccups, many praise the "great live music" and "reasonable prices." Ideal for date nights, Garbatella promises a memorable dining experience.

277 Reviews

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Gino
San Diego
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Me and my date really enjoyed the food and the music as well
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Laura
Los Angeles
1 review
1.0
1 review
Dined 4 days ago
1. Overall 1
2. Food 1
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 3
Set $80 menu with limited choices. Felt rushed through courses. Food was lacking of flavor. Asked if we could order off the regular menu, but were told no. Saw other patrons ordering from regular menu. Dessert was dry. Very disappointing!
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Jaime
San Diego
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined 4 days ago
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 3
Made reservations for Christmas eve, arrived and was surprised that there was only limited menu that was $80 a person. I was never told that the menu was like this nor was it advertised on their webpage. When I asked about the menu, I was told that it was in their Instagram. Really? Anyway, we ended up staying because I just didn't want to deal with Christmas eve crowds. When we received our food, my wife play and mine were mixed up. Steak medium and rare were mixed up. I know it sounds petty, but when you're paying for 4 people you would expect better. Disappointed.
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Maricela
San Diego
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
I love the ambiance and the live music! The food is great and the customer service is on point! Thank you!
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Martha
San Diego
4 reviews
4.0
4 reviews
Dined on 14 December 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 3
Food was original and good. Coffee was cold and nobody in the party was impressed with it even though they gave a coffee shop on site. Waitress got lost for extended periods of time. Stick to savory dishes. Place is very nice
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Jorge
Palm Springs
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on 13 December 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Surprised when we showed up and saw they had a live band playing. Awesome surprise, wish they would’ve stayed longer.
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Karla
VIP
San Diego
9 reviews
4.0
9 reviews
Dined on 12 December 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 2
It was a crowded day, tables were too close to each other and we noticed the back of the place was closed. It was too loud. I could barely hear my friend two chairs away. Our waitress was nice, but it took us a while to find her because she was so busy. What was impressive was that even with so much people dining, our food came out super fast. Everything was delicious. It was not my first time there, and I will definitely go back, maybe after the merry season.
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Alberto
VIP
San Diego
10 reviews
2.0
10 reviews
Dined on 10 November 2024
1. Overall 2
2. Food 2
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 1
Live music was not was advertised, didn't have my wife's cocktail choice, bread is not free, ordered pasta choice weren't offered cheese, pepper flakes no salt and pepper on table, hovered over me while I payed on her handheld machine, other than ALL that it was just average, I reckon we won't be back
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Luis
San Diego
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on 10 November 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
My wife loves risotto and it is difficult to find a great restaurant that serves it but this restaurant has many choices on how to eat it. Phenomenal service and attention, great recommendations from the waiter as well. Always impressed with the food here!
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Mike
San Diego
37 reviews
5.0
37 reviews
Dined on 9 November 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
What a great restaurant and a wonderful surprise! We went to see our friend Roman Palacios, who is an incredible performer, singer and all around lovely man! From the time we came in the door, the staff was friendly, attentive, professional, and did all they could to make sure that we had a comfortable table close to the live entertainment. The food was delicious and the service was very prompt. I highly recommend it.
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FAQs

Garbatella offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (619) 651-1185.

Garbatella is rated 4.3 stars by 277 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a booking

2 people

29 Dec 2024

7:00 pm

Booked 10 times today

Order delivery or takeout

2015 Birch Rd ste 2500 ste 2500, Chula Vista, CA 91915

Dining areas

Additional information

Area
San Ysidro
Hours of Operation
Mon–Thu 1:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 1:00 pm–11:00 pm Sun 1:00 pm–9:00 pm Brunch Sat, Sun 9:00 am–12:30 pm
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Italian, Café, Breakfast
Dining style
Casual Elegant
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
Public Parking
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cafe, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Delivery, Dog Friendly, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Takeaway, Wine

Website
https://garbatellaosteria.com/
Phone number
(619) 651-1185

Garbatella

Make a booking

Order delivery or takeout

Dining areas

Additional information

Live Music

Saturday & Sunday Brunch!

Ravioli

Linguine a Mare

Spinaci

Antipasti Dal Mare

Dal PanificioUSD 3.00

Antipasti dal MareUSD 18.00

TonnoUSD 22.00

Crudite Seafood

Zuppetta di CozzeUSD 15.00

Calamari FrittiUSD 19.00

Polpo ArrrostoUSD 25.00

Frittura GarbatellaUSD 25.00

Seared Blue FinUSD 22.00

Scallop CrudoUSD 19.00

Parmesan FondueUSD 11.00

Duck Fat PotatoesUSD 11.00

Prosciutto e BurrataUSD 19.00

Prosciutto e BurrataUSD 17.00

La Parmigiana di MelanzaneUSD 14.00

Red Peppers HummusUSD 14.00

Carciofo al FornoUSD 12.00

Smoked Beet CarpaccioUSD 16.00

Le Insalate / Fresh Salads

CesareUSD 12.00

ColosseoUSD 16.00

WatermelonsUSD 14.00

SpinaciUSD 13.00

CarlottaUSD 12.00

Pasta e Riso / Pasta

CarbonaraUSD 19.00

ArrabbiataUSD 17.00

BoscaiolaUSD 19.00

Orecchiette dell OrtoUSD 19.00

Pappardelle RioneUSD 23.00

Linguine a MareUSD 26.00

Gnocchi CastellanaUSD 19.00

RavioliUSD 23.00

Penne 4 FormaggiUSD 19.00

Lasagna della GarbataUSD 20.00

Nero di SeppiaUSD 24.00

Vodka ShrimpUSD 22.00

Risotto e OssobucoUSD 26.00

Pappaedelle al PolpettoneUSD 17.00

Pizze / Wood-Fired Pizza

MargheritaUSD 15.00

MarinaraUSD 11.00

RiccaUSD 18.00

FiorentinaUSD 18.00

MonteUSD 18.00

4 FormaggiUSD 19.00

CapricciosaUSD 19.00

FabrizioUSD 18.00

PepperoniUSD 18.00

DiavolaUSD 18.00

PiazzettaUSD 18.00

GianlucaUSD 18.00

AntonelloUSD 19.00

VegetarianaUSD 18.00

VeganaUSD 18.00

SalmonUSD 20.00

ParmaUSD 18.00

NordicaUSD 18.00

PescatoreUSD 20.00

CottaUSD 18.00

Secondi / Second Course

BranzinoUSD 37.00

SalmonUSD 33.00

ScallopUSD 32.00

Scaloppa MilaneseUSD 37.00

Bistecca al BaroloUSD 49.00

Pollo ai CarciofiUSD 29.00

Delizioso / Side Orders

SpinachUSD 8.00