Barra Oliba
$$$ • Spanish Book a table: 7:00 PM 7:15 PM 7:30 PM MoreAbout Barra Oliba
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Barra Oliba Reviews
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I had the pleasure of dining with my son and daughter in law the day after Christmas. The food was superb and the service was fantastic. Shout out to Mario. We really enjoyed the Tuna sampler, the artichoke confit and the roasted leeks. My daughter in law loved the pork chop too. The goat cheese cheesecake with pomegranate was a perfect end to a perfect experience. Thank you!!
The food was classic Basque tapas. Ordering of the happy hour menu worked well. The ham sandwich (jabon) and hamburger sandwich were crowd pleasers. Our waiter German was very attentive and helpful I selecting the wine (we don’t know a lot about Spanish wine but were very happy with his recommendation). In short this is fantastic for happy hour (M - F 4 -6). We had to ask for a happy hour menu but it was worth it. I’m not a coffee drinker but my husband raved about...read full review
Came here for the first time today to try the world famous Preston Negroni. When I walked in was greeted right away and took a seat at the bar. The server Madeleine kindly greeted me and recommended me a few things. It was nice to have a server who was very attentive throughout the entire night. The food was great I had the sashimi plate and the Negroni was even better. Considering it’s a drink I normally wouldn’t have it was very flavorful and a joy to have.
Hours
| Monday | Closed |
| Tuesday | Closed |
| Wednesday | 4 - 10PM |
| Thursday | 4 - 10PM |
| Friday | 4 - 10PM |
| Saturday | 1 - 10PM |
| Sunday | 2 - 9PM |
Barra Oliba is a top-notch Spanish restaurant in San Diego, offering exceptional service and high-quality food in an intimate setting. The menu features fresh and tasty tapas, including standouts like sea bass, tartare, oysters, octopus, gambas, pulpo, croquetas, platos de queso, and patatas bravas. The main courses, like steak and rice, are equally impressive. The wine list is spectacular, and the sommelier's pairing recommendations are a must-try. Guests have noted the warm and welcoming atmosphere, with helpful and kind staff members who enhance the dining experience. Although it is on the expensive side, with an estimated cost of at least $100 per person for drinks, food, and dessert, the quality of the experience is highly praised. Be sure to save room for the divine ice cream and olive oil dessert, along with other delightful options like cheesecake and chocolate sourdough bread. Barra Oliba is a hidden gem in Little Italy, perfect for anyone who appreciates authentic Spanish cuisine.