Barbarella in La Jolla is an area that’s popular with tourists, but it has the feel of a neighborhood place. That’s not an easy atmosphere to cultivate.
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It’s warm, cozy, and a little quirky. In the bar area, you can see a beautiful pizza oven and a good bit of the kitchen, a sight I always enjoy.
http://sandiegoreader.com/users/photos/2012/mar/28/21808/
There’s a bright, pretty patio in front; it looks date-night romantic after sunset. The dining room is white-tablecloth dressed up, but not stuffy.
http://sandiegoreader.com/users/photos/2012/mar/28/21806/
I’m there with John for breakfast, and I can’t resist ordering a Bloody Mary ($8.00). It’s strong and spicy, with a good shot of horseradish and just enough pickley, sour garnish.
http://sandiegoreader.com/users/photos/2012/mar/28/21809/
My Croque Madame ($12.95) was delicious. Each element was nicely done, lightly browned prosciutto layered with Swiss cheese and sturdy, buttered white bread, grilled golden brown. A softly poached egg, just the right amount of savory Mornay sauce, and a finish of fresh chopped chives. Heaven. The grilled bread soaked up the sauce and eggy yolk, but still kept its crunch integrity.
http://sandiegoreader.com/users/photos/2012/mar/28/21810/
The frites were pretty stellar too, screaming hot, salty and crispy.
http://sandiegoreader.com/users/photos/2012/mar/28/21811/
John’s Strapazette ($10.95) was a fluffy scramble filled with mild Italian sausage, Parmigiano-Reggiano and julienned basil. It tasted light and fresh.
On the side were well-roasted house potatoes, with just a touch of rosemary, and crusty whole grain toast.
Barbarella Restaurant and Bar is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner. They are pet friendly and have an exclusive “doggie menu”.
http://sandiegoreader.com/users/photos/2012/mar/28/21807/
2171 Avenida De La Playa
La Jolla, CA 92037
(858) 454-7373
Hours:
Monday – Thursday – 9:00 am – 9:00 pm
Friday – 9:00 am – 10:00 pm
Saturday – 8:00 am – 10:00 pm
Sunday – 8:00 am – 9:00 pm
Barbarella in La Jolla is an area that’s popular with tourists, but it has the feel of a neighborhood place. That’s not an easy atmosphere to cultivate.
http://sandiegoreader.com/users/photos/2012/mar/28/21804/
It’s warm, cozy, and a little quirky. In the bar area, you can see a beautiful pizza oven and a good bit of the kitchen, a sight I always enjoy.
http://sandiegoreader.com/users/photos/2012/mar/28/21808/
There’s a bright, pretty patio in front; it looks date-night romantic after sunset. The dining room is white-tablecloth dressed up, but not stuffy.
http://sandiegoreader.com/users/photos/2012/mar/28/21806/
I’m there with John for breakfast, and I can’t resist ordering a Bloody Mary ($8.00). It’s strong and spicy, with a good shot of horseradish and just enough pickley, sour garnish.
http://sandiegoreader.com/users/photos/2012/mar/28/21809/
My Croque Madame ($12.95) was delicious. Each element was nicely done, lightly browned prosciutto layered with Swiss cheese and sturdy, buttered white bread, grilled golden brown. A softly poached egg, just the right amount of savory Mornay sauce, and a finish of fresh chopped chives. Heaven. The grilled bread soaked up the sauce and eggy yolk, but still kept its crunch integrity.
http://sandiegoreader.com/users/photos/2012/mar/28/21810/
The frites were pretty stellar too, screaming hot, salty and crispy.
http://sandiegoreader.com/users/photos/2012/mar/28/21811/
John’s Strapazette ($10.95) was a fluffy scramble filled with mild Italian sausage, Parmigiano-Reggiano and julienned basil. It tasted light and fresh.
On the side were well-roasted house potatoes, with just a touch of rosemary, and crusty whole grain toast.
Barbarella Restaurant and Bar is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner. They are pet friendly and have an exclusive “doggie menu”.
http://sandiegoreader.com/users/photos/2012/mar/28/21807/
2171 Avenida De La Playa
La Jolla, CA 92037
(858) 454-7373
Hours:
Monday – Thursday – 9:00 am – 9:00 pm
Friday – 9:00 am – 10:00 pm
Saturday – 8:00 am – 10:00 pm
Sunday – 8:00 am – 9:00 pm