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Barbalu Bklyn

4.3 (171 reviews)
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Casual
Happy hour specials
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Good for kids

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Oven Roasted Branzino with Broccolini
Peter D.

I feel as though I owe Barbalu an apology. I had been avoiding it because I'd lumped it in with the mediocre Italian spot that had previously occupied the space (or maybe the one before it), and it turns out that it's actually pretty great. The room is still beautiful and larger than you'd expect, and they've usually got the space for your party, in our experience. Whether you're coming in for a decent happy hour and some of the excellent pizza, or rolling deep for a birthday party where you order all the things, Barbalu's got you. We've enjoyed all kinds of pies (but definitely the margherita for my kids and the truffle pie for my wife), many pastas (the cavatelli for sure), and even the surprisingly well-executed mains like the branzino (my mom was a little disappointed she couldn't gnaw on the head/tail - it's just the filets, but still a large portion) and the salmon and the grilled chicken. The staff is super accommodating, especially to children. They know what neighborhood they're in, and perhaps that's why they didn't bother to course out our recent large dinner, but just got all the food out on the table as quick as possible. Either way, it's a good spot to bring the kids, even if they don't really have a kids menu.

Aude L.

We swung by Barbalu for dinner on a whim because we were craving pasta and it was close by. We'd never been before, so we figured why not. It turned out to be a really charming spot. It isn't formal, but it still has this elegant, cozy feel where you can show up in casual clothes and still have a nice night out. We walked in without a reservation and got seated pretty quickly. We ordered a cocktail, some wine, the focaccia with olives, and two pastas: the homemade fettuccine with beef ragu and the homemade cavatelli with mixed mushrooms and black truffle. The cavatelli was rich and earthy with tons of mushrooms, but the fettuccine ended up being my favorite. The beef was super tender and slow-cooked, and the sauce was perfectly seasoned without feeling heavy. The focaccia was also great and absolutely hit the spot since we were fully committed to the carb theme. Service was friendly, the food came out fast, and overall it was a soliddinner. It's a great option for a casual date night, and we'll definitely be back.

Branzino with fresh, roasted vegetables
Yudelka S.

You don't have to be in The Gardens to get delicious Italian food, and excellent service. Visited for an early dinner and was greeted by friendly host. Spacious dining room, where couples and families mix well easily. We started with Ravioli of the Day, lucky for us it was a Brisket ravioli, perfectly al dente, stuffed with generous pieces of flavorful brisket, topped with a hearty marinara sauce. The roasted brussel sprouts could use something, but the Oven Roasted Branzino with Broccolini is a true winner. Grilled to perfection, and perfectly paired with olives and vegetables. We ended with the Flourless chocolate cake and cappuccino, both were excellent. This is a Brooklyn gem, don't pass up a visit!!!

Tequila espresso martini
Madi H.

Came here early on a Saturday for some drinks and to split a pizza. We sat outside on a beautiful day so it was really pleasant. The servers were all kind and helpful, and I tried a drink from the specials menu and loved it. Vanilla flavored tequila espresso martini -- YES! While I wasn't personally a fan of the eggplant parm pizza we got, I think it could be more of a preference thing than the quality of the food. I would really like to come back for homemade pasta, which I already know I would love. Cute place, expected prices, and off the main street, so it's a little quieter. Will be back!

Broccolini and Salsiccia Pizza
Bri K.

This was a great experience for a nice dinner on the weekdays. I was served right away upon walk-in in this casual yet elegant restaurant. The calamari was crunchy yet soft, top 5 in the best calamari in the nyc. They were very accommodating when we wanted to get take out as well. I would definitely return and try their pasta. My fav pizza was the margarita and the price between two people was pretty reasonable.

Broccolini and Salsiccia Pizza
Kasey G.

Visiting Brooklyn and my friend who lives in the area recommended this place. Had a nice dinner, inside is cute and it's an open floor plan. You can see the food being made around you. I had the broccoli pizza which was delicious and my friend, who is gluten free, had the short rib pasta. They change out the water in the pasta which is wonderful. Eric our server was great and I would come back next time I'm in the area!

Cavatelli with Mixed Mushroom + Truffle
Tony G.

Overall I think this place is a solid, well executed Italian spot. My group and I ordered the following: - Capricciosa Pizza: If you like olives on your pizza, you'll like this. The crust was also really nice in a fluffy, good chew kinda way. - Cavatelli w/ Mushroom + Black Truffle: My personal favorite of the pastas. I found the truffle taste good, but not overwhelming and the mushrooms were nice and umami. - Squid Ink Tonnarelli: A nice squid ink seafood pasta. Nice mix of seafood although more than a couple of shrimp would've been nice. - Pappardelle Braised Short Rib Ragu: Pretty standard, but I did find the portion size for this quite small. While portions were a bit tiny imo, the food was well executed. I do think they did a better job at pizza than pasta dishes. Space is nice for a casual date night or group meal. Service was friendly and checked in on us occasionally. Probably wouldn't go too out of my way for this place, but a good option if you're in the neighborhood.

Homemade Pappardelle with Braised Short Rib Ragu, Risotto Arancini of the Day, and Tiramisu.
Cindy Z.

I got an Ubereats order from here, which arrived promptly. I had the Homemade Pappardelle with Briased Short Ribs Ragu ($27), Risotto Arancini of the Day ($19), and Tiramisu ($12). While I have no complaint for the taste and flavor, I did find that the portions were very small especially for the price. With so many Italian spots in the neighborhood, I'd opt for the other options. The restaurant does look nice though, but I have yet to dine in person.

Nice unpretentious Italian spot operated by Italians. When we visited, it was clear they had family and friends visit for a meal and that was great to see--they are clearly welcoming and well-loved people. Food was good, some items were just alright but nothing was disappointing. Recommend this place for group meals, as the menu has a good range of crowd pleasers. Service was attentive and managed every request correctly. Customizations were made without hassle. Prices were very reasonable.

Patrick N.

I have been here a few times. I really like how spacious this place is. The pasta is elegantly done with great flavors. The lamb rack has a good balance of fat and lean, with a good char. Pizzas were also delicious with fresh ingredients and dough with great texture My only complaint is that pizza was unavailable during lunch time the last time we visited. The server told us after we were seated. So, maybe call ahead to confirm they have pizza.

Burrata
Dipali G.

An amazing Italian restaurant in boreum hill! Food: we got the burrata, arancini, and cavatelli! The cavatalli was absolutely incredible - the mushrooms added a burst of flavor! By far my favorite dish! The burrata was great on a hot summer day but I'd probably not order this again! The arancini was delicious! Service: good service! They did forget one of our orders but fixed it after Price: fair prices Ambience: I loved the ambience - it was very romantic! They had both indoor and outdoor seating!

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Aidan O.

Nice, quaint restaurant in Brooklyn. Able to get a reservation same day for later at night. The restaurant was mostly packed with 3 tables for two seaters and the host let us pick which one we prefer. Service was FAST! As soon as we ordered our drinks, appetizers, and main courses came out with no wait time. But not too fast! Good waiting between appetizers to entrees so we didn't feel rushed. The food was solid! Great caesar salad, the Neapolitan pizza was great, and the rigatoni eggplant pasta was also a banger. Would definitely recommend this place JUST based on the food. Only reason I'm giving this 4 instead of 5 stars was because we ordered the special pizza for the day as it had tomato sauce on it versus another option (Broccolini) which didn't have tomato sauce on it. The special pizza was brought out with no tomato sauce on it, we told the waiter who then said it doesn't come with tomato sauce on it and then offered to go get a menu to prove it. We said no it's fine and shortly after he brought a side of tomato sauce for us to put on the pizza. A nice gesture, but it would've been better if they could've brought us another pizza cooked with tomato sauce. Nonetheless, the tomato sauce on the side made it SOOOOOO MUCH better.

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One of the best meals I've had all year. The pasta and pizza were so light and fresh. Absolutely delicious!

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Amazing pasta! Al dente, delicious options. Great service and modern-looking restaurant. Highly recommended

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Ask the Community - Barbalu Bklyn

Do you offer any vegetarian or vegan options?

Yes we do

How big are the pizzas? 12"? 14"? 18"? Anyone know?

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