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Came to Barbuzzo for happy hour, and overall it was a pretty good experience, especially for the price. The restaurant itself is pretty small, so I'd definitely recommend making a reservation ahead of time. Thankfully, we came right when they opened and it wasn't crowded, but I can definitely see it filling up quickly, especially on weekends. We came specifically for happy hour and were told you can only order from that menu if you're sitting at the bar. It was a little inconvenient for a group since there were open tables available, but it wasn't a huge issue. Their happy hour menu isn't the biggest, but it still has a good selection of staple food and drink options. I started with the red sangria, which was really good. The wine was smooth, and the apples added a nice sweetness. The papas fritas were pretty standard but came with a generous portion size. The artichoke + mushroom arancini were decent -- I've definitely had better, but they were still enjoyable. The whipped ricotta was easily the star of the show. The bread was perfectly crispy, and the ricotta paired with the sauce was so delicious that I almost wanted to order a few more servings of just that dish. The Barbuzzo burger was okay, but nothing too memorable. It wasn't very big or unique, just a simple burger with an aioli spread. Overall, I'd maybe come back for happy hour if I'm just with one other person since the bar seating requirement makes it harder for groups. I'd mainly come back for the whipped ricotta and sangria, but I definitely still want to try their full dinner menu since I've heard great things about their food.
We had a really enjoyable dinner at Barbuzzpo. The food was delicious, the staff was friendly and welcoming, and the service was excellent throughout the evening. Reservations are a good idea since it can get busy. To start, we shared a fresh goat cheese salad along with the following entrees , including short rib over polenta, mushroom pasta, grape leaves, and an octopus salad. Everything was flavorful and nicely prepared, and it was fun to try a variety of dishes. For dessert, we had the salted caramel boudino, which was a perfect way to end the meal--rich, smooth, and not overly sweet. Overall, it was a wonderful dining experience with great food and a warm atmosphere. I'd happily come back and would recommend Barduzzo to anyone looking for a great meal in Philadelphia.
4 Stars feels low - 5 stars seems high. Overall a very enjoyable meal. Food was excellent. Here's the rundown: GRILLED HEIRLOOM CARROTS: Creamy, savory, fantastic SPRING VEGGIE SALAD*: fresh, tasty, elevated salad PAN SEARED GNOCCHI: show stopper, would order again 5 stars ROSSA (WOOD FIRED PIZZA): basic but excellent SALTED CARAMEL BUDINO: house specialty for a reason {small but really good beer selection} Service was attentive - maybe a tad too attentive but certainly well-meaning. *The only (very) slight ding, is that the waiter noted it was family style, but the portions were individual sized. We added on the salad b/c we need something else. I always thought 'family style' was larger portions shared by the table. No biggie. The room is not big a bit cozy. All table were taken but didn't feel cramped or chaotic. Overall - very glad I came to Barbuzzo and would certainly recommend.
very fresh, healthy, tasty, good price. The dessert was really good. The octopus was tender. The pizza was crispy. The salad was really good.
Really wanted to love the pasta at Barbuzzo, but this one missed the mark for me. The paccheri with pork sugo came out looking great, but the pasta itself was rock hard not al dente, but actually hard and undercooked. It honestly felt like a can of chili dumped over pasta that never fully finished cooking, which was pretty disappointing given the restaurant's reputation. The highlight of the night was absolutely the salted caramel budino, which was insanely good, rich, creamy, perfectly balanced between sweet and salty, and easily the best thing we had. Even better, the staff kindly gave us one to take back to the hotel, which was a really nice touch and much appreciated. Service and atmosphere were great, but unfortunately the main dish just didn't deliver this time. Hoping it was just an off night.
The food. Downtown Philly on a Friday night. Group of 5 visitors in town for a.large conference. Searching at 6:30pm, couldn't get a reservation earlier than 9pm anywhere! Snagged and 8;45 slot at Barbuzzo and walked over 45 minutes early just in case. And boom! Come on back, the host said! Molly our server was great--energetic, polite, patient. We all got the Stracotto, and there was a side of carrots. I love love a mixture of flavors, colors, and textures, so I didnt leave a single morsel of the polenta, veggies, gava beans, or short rib on the plate. The vibe is cool, but think more bar than restaurant. It's a long bar---the length of the narrow establishment--with a short menu. But did I say it was delicious? There is just one line of tables running the length of the room, across from the bar. We were seated at the largest one, adjacent to the kitchen door, elbow to elbow. But we got through it with full bellies, fully satisfied. (5 stars for my food)
Incredible meal on the street at Barbuzzo on Sunday! The pistachio mortadella pizza was actually perfect and so doughy, the grape leaves and accoutrements did not disappoint and the budino was probably a highlight. Idk how we will go back and NOT get the budino truly. Excited to try more pizzas !
We went in for an early dinner before catching a concert at the Academy of Music, a couple of blocks away. The internet lists this as Mediterranean, which is why I was so surprised the first smell to reach me upon entering was the smell of oven fired pizza. We were seated quickly and our server told us the food is served "family style with medium" portions. Despite this, we ordered as we would at any other restaurant and found it to be sufficient. We started with the stuffed meatballs which had a nice saucy flavor to them, with added peppers which gave them a mild kick. For our entrees we had lamb stuffed grape leaves, which were excellent and came with a healthy helping of chickpeas and tziki sauce on the side. We also had the stracotto which came with an incredibly tender short rib, a very well-paired accompaniment of vegetables, and cheese. I was on the verge of ordering a personal pizza as well, but was unfortunately full by that point. Next time we'll definitely be trying that and the dessert. There weren't many options for dessert, but after hearing folks raving about the salted caramel, I will definitely need to make a return visit.
Nice restaurant, if a bit cramped. Our waiter was knowledgeable about the entrees and made solid recommendations. The meatball appetizer came with just 1 piece of bread but we were able to request a second piece for our party of two. I got the grape leaves stuffed with ground lamb over chickpeas. Very flavorful and enough that I could share with my husband. He got a beef short rib with veggies, which was also enough to share, so we each got to try a bit of everything. Nice place, would like to come back to try their pizzas! Only thing that was slightly lacking was their dessert menu, but there are plenty of other options within a block to satisfy any sweet tooth.
OMG! Back again for two meals this weekend and I cannot believe it, but it keeps getting better each time. Always love the salads and the classic beet salad is an always successful start with a big smear of goat cheese, Tuscan kales slivered so carefully and chunks of beets and pistachio pesto with two slices of mandarins oranges to make a wonderful beginning. Delicious. We also tried a new entry in the salads Roasted eggplant. Absolutely fabulous. Life changing. The Smokey eggplant flavor with layers of flavors from smashed white bean spread, celery heart sauce verte with just a hint of spiciness and many more layers. Spectacular edition. We also tried the new hangar steak which was perfection. Perfectly portioned slices over roasted and pickled summer squash, onion soubise with basil chimichurri over the top a delight in every bite. The one night we also tried the bronzino on a great couscous. But the best was a new special menu item of crab tortellini. The flavor palette melted and changed in your mouth from pasta to cheese to butter to crab. An adventurous bite. And we loved being remembered for coming back. Thanks to Beth and Evan for the great service and welcome. And it's also so great to eat outside and see the world go by. Perfect summertime eating ambiance.
Excellent meal for a large (30) group at this popular Philadelphia spot. Barbuzzo offers a private upstairs room for large groups. It's a rectangular room, open kitchen at the back, bar to the right. Tables are grouped together towards the front. They provide a portable coat check, which is a nice touch on a very cold nite for everyone's bulky winter coat. For a large party a slimmed-down menu is available, albeit with plenty of choices. Appetizers are served family style, and diners choose from one of 4 entrees and 3 desserts. Appetizers are delicious. Standouts include whipped ricotta; wonderful ricotta cheese whipped fluffy and adorned with a drizzle of olive oil and sweet/tart vin cotto. Perfect to slather onto crusty grilled bread. Also, seared shrimp served with a melange of blistered multi-colored tomatoes as well as steak fry-sized bars of crispy polenta. All served tossed in a basil walnut pesto. And tennis ball-sized meatballs - a little spicy - crowned with luscious sweet tomato sauce, served atop creamy, soft polenta. Hard to decide which entree to try because they all sound wonderful. I tried branzino, one of my favorites. A filet is offered here (not the whole fish) which is a nice change from having to navigate the whole head-on fish thing. It's traditional prep done right - skin on, broiled crispy, seasoned and cooked perfectly with the flesh slightly sweet, firm and moist. Impolite to ask for a bite of others' plates at a business function but the feedback about the other entrees was consistent.... Food well presented, hot when served, well seasoned, moist and tender. And we can't forget dessert! I tried espresso tiramisu. Creamy fresh whipped marscapone tops moist espresso-soaked ladyfingers, then adorned with crunchy cocoa nibs. Delicious, and a sizable portion for dessert. Shout out to the service team. Not easy to serve a large group but this team managed with ease. Everyone was served quickly. Everyone got what they ordered and it was all piping hot and delicious. Bravo! Definitely a great experience. Recommended!
Great location, Easy to find. A low lighting relaxing atmosphere with metal chairs and benches for guests. I ordered the lamb stuffed grape leaves, it was okay for me. Our team also shared the mushroom Pizza, olives and whipped ricotta -- all really delicious!! The bread with the ricotta was amazing. The tiramisu, which I got to go, was great!
Came back to Barbuzzo with a trainee after my initial visit on a Sunday evening 3 years ago. Pictured is the Calabrese Pie which he ordered and I ordered the Funghi which I thought I ordered on my first visit but learned it was another type of pizza. The Salad was the perfect size to share and both pizzas were solid. We actually sat at the long exhibition counter near the wood fired pizza oven. With two of the HH House wines the bill came to $73 without tip.
3 hours ago
Kept passing by this restaurant and finally decided to go as I was craving Mediterranean. The interior is small so you'll have a more intimate experience with whoever youre sittinf around, so just be mindful! The interior is rustic with an open concept for a portion of the kitchen where they do wood fire pizza. The Summer Squash Arincini were delicious, very flavorful, and you get 4 or 5 so a nice amount to share. I got the Bronzino and it was a nice portion of fish with the couscous salad. It fills you up without making you feel too heavy. The Salsiccia pizza was ordered by my partner so i didn't have much but the slice I had was a classic thin crust. The tiramisu was great, it had crispy bits of chocolate in top that added a nice texture. There was so much of it tho, we had to take the rest home. Loved the presentation in the cup! read more
During a busy summer of sporting events we were concerned we would need reservations but we walked in and were seated right away. Our server apologized for a delay in taking our drink orders. She was attentive the rest of our meal. I ordered a Charles deGaulle whiskey cocktail. Lemon, aperol and simple syrup added a refreshing twist. For entrees, my wife ordered the pacherri; a simple pork ragu with tender broccoli rabe, Parmesan, stracciatello and basil. The dish was delicious. I enjoyed my plate of sea-inspired tonnarelli nero. Bay scallops in crab ragu with fennel sofrito. Served with squid ink pasta that imparted a slight brininess. The pasta was cooked pangrattato style-- coated in panko bread crumbs and garlic. The dish had many flavors but they all came back to the theme. Cocktail prices and entree prices were very reasonable. They offer happy hour drinks and specials. Certainly a very good choice if you're in the area. read more
3 months ago
Came to Barbuzzo for happy hour, and overall it was a pretty good experience, especially for the price. The restaurant itself is pretty small, so I'd definitely recommend making a reservation ahead of time. Thankfully, we came right when they opened and it wasn't crowded, but I can definitely see it filling up quickly, especially on weekends. We came specifically for happy hour and were told you can only order from that menu if you're sitting at the bar. It was a little inconvenient for a group since there were open tables available, but it wasn't a huge issue. Their happy hour menu isn't the biggest, but it still has a good selection of staple food and drink options. I started with the red sangria, which was really good. The wine was smooth, and the apples added a nice sweetness. The papas fritas were pretty standard but came with a generous portion size. The artichoke + mushroom arancini were decent -- I've definitely had better, but they were still enjoyable. The whipped ricotta was easily the star of the show. The bread was perfectly crispy, and the ricotta paired with the sauce was so delicious that I almost wanted to order a few more servings of just that dish. The Barbuzzo burger was okay, but nothing too memorable. It wasn't very big or unique, just a simple burger with an aioli spread. Overall, I'd maybe come back for happy hour if I'm just with one other person since the bar seating requirement makes it harder for groups. I'd mainly come back for the whipped ricotta and sangria, but I definitely still want to try their full dinner menu since I've heard great things about their food. read more
We had a really enjoyable dinner at Barbuzzpo. The food was delicious, the staff was friendly and welcoming, and the service was excellent throughout the evening. Reservations are a good idea since it can get busy. To start, we shared a fresh goat cheese salad along with the following entrees , including short rib over polenta, mushroom pasta, grape leaves, and an octopus salad. Everything was flavorful and nicely prepared, and it was fun to try a variety of dishes. For dessert, we had the salted caramel boudino, which was a perfect way to end the meal--rich, smooth, and not overly sweet. Overall, it was a wonderful dining experience with great food and a warm atmosphere. I'd happily come back and would recommend Barduzzo to anyone looking for a great meal in Philadelphia. read more
4 Stars feels low - 5 stars seems high. Overall a very enjoyable meal. Food was excellent. Here's the rundown: GRILLED HEIRLOOM CARROTS: Creamy, savory, fantastic SPRING VEGGIE SALAD*: fresh, tasty, elevated salad PAN SEARED GNOCCHI: show stopper, would order again 5 stars ROSSA (WOOD FIRED PIZZA): basic but excellent SALTED CARAMEL BUDINO: house specialty for a reason {small but really good beer selection} Service was attentive - maybe a tad too attentive but certainly well-meaning. *The only (very) slight ding, is that the waiter noted it was family style, but the portions were individual sized. We added on the salad b/c we need something else. I always thought 'family style' was larger portions shared by the table. No biggie. The room is not big a bit cozy. All table were taken but didn't feel cramped or chaotic. Overall - very glad I came to Barbuzzo and would certainly recommend. read more
22 days ago
Really wanted to love the pasta at Barbuzzo, but this one missed the mark for me. The paccheri with pork sugo came out looking great, but the pasta itself was rock hard not al dente, but actually hard and undercooked. It honestly felt like a can of chili dumped over pasta that never fully finished cooking, which was pretty disappointing given the restaurant's reputation. The highlight of the night was absolutely the salted caramel budino, which was insanely good, rich, creamy, perfectly balanced between sweet and salty, and easily the best thing we had. Even better, the staff kindly gave us one to take back to the hotel, which was a really nice touch and much appreciated. Service and atmosphere were great, but unfortunately the main dish just didn't deliver this time. Hoping it was just an off night. read more
6 months ago
The food. Downtown Philly on a Friday night. Group of 5 visitors in town for a.large conference. Searching at 6:30pm, couldn't get a reservation earlier than 9pm anywhere! Snagged and 8;45 slot at Barbuzzo and walked over 45 minutes early just in case. And boom! Come on back, the host said! Molly our server was great--energetic, polite, patient. We all got the Stracotto, and there was a side of carrots. I love love a mixture of flavors, colors, and textures, so I didnt leave a single morsel of the polenta, veggies, gava beans, or short rib on the plate. The vibe is cool, but think more bar than restaurant. It's a long bar---the length of the narrow establishment--with a short menu. But did I say it was delicious? There is just one line of tables running the length of the room, across from the bar. We were seated at the largest one, adjacent to the kitchen door, elbow to elbow. But we got through it with full bellies, fully satisfied. (5 stars for my food) read more
3 months ago
Incredible meal on the street at Barbuzzo on Sunday! The pistachio mortadella pizza was actually perfect and so doughy, the grape leaves and accoutrements did not disappoint and the budino was probably a highlight. Idk how we will go back and NOT get the budino truly. Excited to try more pizzas ! read more
We went in for an early dinner before catching a concert at the Academy of Music, a couple of blocks away. The internet lists this as Mediterranean, which is why I was so surprised the first smell to reach me upon entering was the smell of oven fired pizza. We were seated quickly and our server told us the food is served "family style with medium" portions. Despite this, we ordered as we would at any other restaurant and found it to be sufficient. We started with the stuffed meatballs which had a nice saucy flavor to them, with added peppers which gave them a mild kick. For our entrees we had lamb stuffed grape leaves, which were excellent and came with a healthy helping of chickpeas and tziki sauce on the side. We also had the stracotto which came with an incredibly tender short rib, a very well-paired accompaniment of vegetables, and cheese. I was on the verge of ordering a personal pizza as well, but was unfortunately full by that point. Next time we'll definitely be trying that and the dessert. There weren't many options for dessert, but after hearing folks raving about the salted caramel, I will definitely need to make a return visit. read more
Nice restaurant, if a bit cramped. Our waiter was knowledgeable about the entrees and made solid recommendations. The meatball appetizer came with just 1 piece of bread but we were able to request a second piece for our party of two. I got the grape leaves stuffed with ground lamb over chickpeas. Very flavorful and enough that I could share with my husband. He got a beef short rib with veggies, which was also enough to share, so we each got to try a bit of everything. Nice place, would like to come back to try their pizzas! Only thing that was slightly lacking was their dessert menu, but there are plenty of other options within a block to satisfy any sweet tooth. read more
OMG! Back again for two meals this weekend and I cannot believe it, but it keeps getting better each time. Always love the salads and the classic beet salad is an always successful start with a big smear of goat cheese, Tuscan kales slivered so carefully and chunks of beets and pistachio pesto with two slices of mandarins oranges to make a wonderful beginning. Delicious. We also tried a new entry in the salads Roasted eggplant. Absolutely fabulous. Life changing. The Smokey eggplant flavor with layers of flavors from smashed white bean spread, celery heart sauce verte with just a hint of spiciness and many more layers. Spectacular edition. We also tried the new hangar steak which was perfection. Perfectly portioned slices over roasted and pickled summer squash, onion soubise with basil chimichurri over the top a delight in every bite. The one night we also tried the bronzino on a great couscous. But the best was a new special menu item of crab tortellini. The flavor palette melted and changed in your mouth from pasta to cheese to butter to crab. An adventurous bite. And we loved being remembered for coming back. Thanks to Beth and Evan for the great service and welcome. And it's also so great to eat outside and see the world go by. Perfect summertime eating ambiance. read more
Excellent meal for a large (30) group at this popular Philadelphia spot. Barbuzzo offers a private upstairs room for large groups. It's a rectangular room, open kitchen at the back, bar to the right. Tables are grouped together towards the front. They provide a portable coat check, which is a nice touch on a very cold nite for everyone's bulky winter coat. For a large party a slimmed-down menu is available, albeit with plenty of choices. Appetizers are served family style, and diners choose from one of 4 entrees and 3 desserts. Appetizers are delicious. Standouts include whipped ricotta; wonderful ricotta cheese whipped fluffy and adorned with a drizzle of olive oil and sweet/tart vin cotto. Perfect to slather onto crusty grilled bread. Also, seared shrimp served with a melange of blistered multi-colored tomatoes as well as steak fry-sized bars of crispy polenta. All served tossed in a basil walnut pesto. And tennis ball-sized meatballs - a little spicy - crowned with luscious sweet tomato sauce, served atop creamy, soft polenta. Hard to decide which entree to try because they all sound wonderful. I tried branzino, one of my favorites. A filet is offered here (not the whole fish) which is a nice change from having to navigate the whole head-on fish thing. It's traditional prep done right - skin on, broiled crispy, seasoned and cooked perfectly with the flesh slightly sweet, firm and moist. Impolite to ask for a bite of others' plates at a business function but the feedback about the other entrees was consistent.... Food well presented, hot when served, well seasoned, moist and tender. And we can't forget dessert! I tried espresso tiramisu. Creamy fresh whipped marscapone tops moist espresso-soaked ladyfingers, then adorned with crunchy cocoa nibs. Delicious, and a sizable portion for dessert. Shout out to the service team. Not easy to serve a large group but this team managed with ease. Everyone was served quickly. Everyone got what they ordered and it was all piping hot and delicious. Bravo! Definitely a great experience. Recommended! read more
10 months ago
Great location, Easy to find. A low lighting relaxing atmosphere with metal chairs and benches for guests. I ordered the lamb stuffed grape leaves, it was okay for me. Our team also shared the mushroom Pizza, olives and whipped ricotta -- all really delicious!! The bread with the ricotta was amazing. The tiramisu, which I got to go, was great! read more
5 months ago
Came back to Barbuzzo with a trainee after my initial visit on a Sunday evening 3 years ago. Pictured is the Calabrese Pie which he ordered and I ordered the Funghi which I thought I ordered on my first visit but learned it was another type of pizza. The Salad was the perfect size to share and both pizzas were solid. We actually sat at the long exhibition counter near the wood fired pizza oven. With two of the HH House wines the bill came to $73 without tip. read more
I recently had the opportunity to take the in-laws out for a meal in Philly. Was able to secure reservations for this establishment. The restaurant had a nice vibe and atmosphere. Love the rustic and hip feel when we walked in. Let's get into the dishes! Gnocchi, fennel pizza, and frites dish are amazingly delicious. Salad was also spot on. Drinks nailed it as well. They offer unique options for craft drinks. Normally, I'm not a gin person, but their current gin craft cocktail was quite refreshing. Summer vodka was also a delight to taste. When we finished the main dishes, dessert wrapped it all up and concluded the enjoyable meal and experience. Friendly and engaging staff members made the evening that much more fun and memorable. Older folks are usually harder to please, but they enjoyed the meal and experience. Great job with your drinks, dishes, and service! While we were only a party of 4, be great if we could secure a bigger group booking. But upon walking into the restaurant, I can see why it's a bit challenging to book a table for 14. Overall, you guys offer great food, service, and experience. Hope to visit this establishment again in the future. Cheers! read more
7 months ago
Service was a little slow, but it seems they didn't expect that kind of rush for a Saturday lunch. Tables are super small and cramped but you can't make do. I ordered a vodka based drink, the house greyhound, which was a little weak. Lunch menu is more limited than dinner. We ordered a beet and kale salad, with goat cheese, which was our favorite dish. The margherita pizza was slightly salty, but still good. Our pasta dish, the creste rigati was super salty. Good flavor maybe they need to adjust the amount of salt to balance the salt in the chicken sausage. read more
1 month ago
We held a department dinner event here and loved the food! They have a private upstairs dining room that we reserved. The beet and kale salad, ricotta, and meatballs were absolutely delicious from the starters. Shrimp was so so. I wasn't a huge fan of the bronzino either and wished I picked a different entree. The salted caramel budino was my favorite part of the whole dinner! Great service as well. read more
This was a pleasant surprise of flavors. Definitely not your typical mediterranean style restaurant has with Italian flare. It is a quant atmosphere booming with happy customers, staff and open kitchen that offered customers the view of their food being prepared. Our server Chris was excellent. He immediately greeted us, and proceeded to promptly take our order. After discussing what we were looking at, Chris gave us the seal of approval. The summer watermelon salad is light and refreshing as expected, but the explosion of flavors also came from the hazelnuts and mediterranean influenced seasonings. Next we had the burrata and speck...the highlight was the roasted peaches that took the burratas creamy texture and the speck's savory flavor and added some sweetness. The Tonnarelli Nero pasta dish was unique. Pasta from mushrooms (fantastic) and shrimp with a nice seasoning. Papas bravas was perfectly crispy with a wonderful not overpowering aïoli style sauce. Then we were really getting full, but had ordered the Spanish octopus which was very good, just a bit too saucy for me, but delicious and 2 margarita pizzas. We were able to eat some of the pizza which was cooked perfectly. I could have used just a touch more seasoning but overall very good read more
I'm still buzzing over the Salted Caramel Budino. It was a star of the meal. Close second to the branzino which was great with a fennel salad and Israeli cous cous. Service was excellent. My waitress knew what I wanted and gave great recommendations. Seating is very squishy. There's not a lot of room to maneuver. In fact, many patrons had to say, "Pardon me" to get in and out of their seat. Overall a great choice to eat in the heart of downtown Philadelphia. I would recommend avoiding busy hours so there is more room to move around. read more
2 months ago
Stopped here on a whim for dinner. Our server was a delight... helpful and sweet. The food was delicious. I had the meatballs and summer squash arancini. Lights out. Friends had the roasted beet salad and margherita pizza and enjoyed both very much. read more
Barbuzzo was my first stop when I came to Philly this summer. I was staying at the hotel down the street and wanted to enjoy a happy hour. I love this area. You have several restaurants lined up from each other serving great specials and outdoor dining. Something tells me this is the place to be this summer. The restaurant was packed for a Monday evening. I found seating at the bar. The bartender was telling me about the place and how they are busy all the time. Business here must be very good. I looked at the options for their happy hour menu and ordered the pizza with a glass of red sangria. I loved the margherita pizza. I don't claim to be a New York City pizza snob but this was really good. It comes with san marzano tomato, mozzarella, basil, extra virgin olive oil, and parmesan. I was talking to some people down the bar who also ordered the pizza and were similarly impressed. The sangria was delicious. You had good chunks of apple and citrus present. It was great for a warm day such as today. I needed a strong pick me up for my busy summer working in Philly and this was the perfect meal to start my week. Thank you Barbuzzo! read more
Cute little corner italian bar with phenomenal eats and a dark moody ambiance. We got seated quick but the food came out a bit slow on a Friday evening. Summer Melon Salad: (10/10) Super refreshing watermelon salad with so much texture and hydration. Each bite was a different flavor and the lemongrass leaves with hazelnuts were a nice surprise. Chicken Liver Mousse: (5/10) Very interesting flavor and texture profile. I liked the sweet jam with the liver and bits of peanut but I felt like the dip/mousse had too much going on. I think only including simple flavors like the sweet fruity jam and the peanuts would make the mousse more palatable. Also changing out the bread for a fluffier type of bread like a bruschetta would elevate the appetizer, considering the fact that the liver is more premium, and make it easier to dip. Calabrese Pizza: (8/10) I LOVED the fermented chili oil on the pizza. Super thin and soft crust that absorbed all the marinara and cheese. This pizza used olives to compliment the rest of the flavors. Tonnarelli: (8/10) Amazing seafood pasta with great flavor and texture. The squid ink pasta was a great vessel for the sauce. Felt that it was a bit too salty though. I did notice there was some black residue on the bottle cap of the tap water but other than that the restaurant and bathroom were both very clean. Overall, great service and great food. Would definitely return again. read more
I absolutely LOVED dining here. My friend and I stumbled upon this spot as we were looking for a bit to eat fairly late. Barbuzzo has reservations available and was open until 11p, so it fit the bill. We arrived and were seated right away. The space itself is dimly lit and the decor is very hip - I really enjoyed the ambiance. It's an open floor plan concept where the kitchen is smack dab in the front of the restaurant and you can watch them cook. They also have a brick oven for pizza. I really think this would be a great spot for a date. Our waiter was friendly and had great recommendations for us. This is a restaurant where the portions are a little smaller and the plates are meant to be shared. We ended up splitting a pizza and the lamb merguez. Both of the items were delicious! The lamb was perfectly seasoned and very juicy, and the pizza had the perfect char on it. We also ordered one cocktail each - the vodka basil lemonade and the midnight smoke. Both of us enjoyed our drinks. Overall, this is such a gem in Philly and I'm glad I found it! I will absolutely be back. read more
1 year ago
Was really let down when we went here recently. Used to go here all the time when we lived in phillly and it used to be our go to. We went back after not having been for a few years and feel it doesn't taste the same. The food is really salty now and our favorite dish of the ricotta and bread doesn't taste the same either. The consistency is more liquid and has less texture to it. Service was still good and always love the interior though. The inside of the restaurant is always nice read more
4 months ago
Ordered takeout so can't speak about service and ambiance. The whipped ricotta was yummy but reminded me of cream cheese. The fig topping was super yummy. The arancini was my favorite. Was hot crispy and good flavor. The budino was yummy but not the best I've had and a bit too sweet. read more
7 months ago
Came here for their restaurant week and was so pleased! Restaurants have gone downhill post pandemic, so I haven't had a great dining experience in a while, but this place made me smile while eating. I tried this place randomly while visiting from NYC. I had their tartare that was very fresh and arancini for starters. Pizza for my toddler. The main courses were fantastic. Can we also have a moment for their blood orange sorbet? What?! Also, extra kudos for a great dining experience for a toddler as well! read more
Delicious food and a cute atmosphere! Barbuzzo has great wood fired pizzas, pasta dishes, and an incredible whipped ricotta. They also have some killer happy hour deals, although it fills up quickly so you should get there right when they open if you plan to do happy hour. The restaurant is small and so it can get a little loud, but nothing crazy. I recommend making a reservation, especially on weekends. read more
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1 year ago
We've been to Barbuzzo several times in the last handful of years. I'm surprised I haven't reviewed them yet. We got lucky walking around downtown and walked in on a Thursday around 7pm without a reservation and found a seat at the bar. My takeaway? Their pizza is always solid, great chew and bite, awesome crust - and not overly burnt crust like some spots.. even WM mulherin, I don't personally prefer those overly charred crusts. The funghi was fantastic, very flavorful, wouldn't change a thing. I felt the same about our squid ink pasta - perfectly al dente, sauce was so well balanced and shrimp cooked perfectly. We had a couple beers on tap, they're about $7-8 - I loved the Troegs LolliHop DIPA. Our subtotal pre-tax was $75. I felt it was fair for the quality of food and atmosphere, and obviously our total would have been less if we didn't drink $32 worth of beer. I've always loved the open kitchen. I LOVE watching chefs in their craft. It's a pleasure seeing such good food executed right in front of me. If you haven't been yet, I would recommend a visit to see for yourself! read more
11 months ago
We came here with a friend and ordered 2 pizzas to share amongst 3 people. It was a good size portion and we ended up having leftovers to take home as well. The pizza was good but some of the sides were a bit burnt. Other than that, the service was great and interior was a bit dark but it was modern. read more
Came here for happy hour and was quite happy. The whipped ricotta was delicious. The pizza was also very nice. A bit picky but I like more of a slight crisp on the bottom of my pizza slices but it was still quite good. I had a very decent glass of wine too. The bar tenders were quite kind. And there is plenty of bar seating for happy hour which I liked. read more
6 months ago
Barbuzzo in Avenue of the Arts South is easily one of the best Italian-Mediterranean spots in the city, and it's absolutely worth every bit of its 4.3-star rating. I came here for dinner with friends, and from the moment we walked in, the warm, bustling vibe and incredible aromas set the tone for an unforgettable meal. We started with their signature Margherita pizza, and it was a masterpiece. The Neapolitan-style crust was perfectly charred, light, and crispy on the edges, with a tangy San Marzano tomato sauce, creamy fresh mozzarella, and bright basil that let the quality of each ingredient shine through. Every bite was balanced, flavorful, and exactly what you want from a classic Italian pizza. We also tried a few of their Mediterranean small plates, which were packed with bold, fresh flavors and perfectly complemented the pizza. The dinner menu is far more expansive than the lunch menu, with a huge selection of pastas, meats, and shareable plates, so there's something for every taste. The atmosphere is lively and intimate, making it perfect for date nights, group dinners, or special occasions. The service is attentive and knowledgeable, with staff happy to make recommendations and ensure every detail of your meal is perfect. It's a $$$ price point, so it's not a spot for a casual weeknight dinner, but it's absolutely worth the splurge for a high-quality, memorable Italian-Mediterranean experience. It's closed until 5 PM, so it's ideal for dinner, and it's easily become my new go-to for special occasions in the Avenue of the Arts area. I can't recommend it enough--this is a must-visit for any pizza or Italian food lover in the city! read more
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110 S 13th St
Philadelphia, PA 19107
Avenue of the Arts South
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Do they accept Reservations?
Yes but you have to use this system called Opentable.
You have different hours on the website vs here on Yelp, which is confusing - which one is it?
Website hours were valid this last weekend.
Are they open for outdoor dining?
I was here in December and they had the outdoor "pod" set ups similar to most Center City restaurants.
Is there an elevator to the upstairs. Or stairs only?
No. I did not see an elevator and not sure that there is an upstairs. It is a small place and very tightly packed.
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