I recently returned to La Barrita to celebrate my boyfriend's birthday. The bartender, Alec, remembered us from our previous visit and really made this a special meal for us. We enjoyed the brussels sprouts to start which were a new menu item to us. They were perfectly cooked with a nice amount of crunch and a simple yet flavorful marinade. We then opted for the parrillada for two once again. It came out just as expected with a large house salad, heaping pile of hand cut fries, and a delicious selection of meats. My one complaint is some of the meat was a little undercooked for my preference but luckily, it's enough to share for two so my boyfriend got to enjoy those cuts. For $120, the parrillada for two is a generous serving of food. We had leftovers for days! It went perfectly with a South African red wine from the menu. We finished the meal off with their flan which was absolutely delicious (and came with a birthday candle and was taken off the check as a very generous birthday present!). I highly recommend adding La Barrita to your rotation of special occasion spots. The ambiance might be a little more laidback compared to other steakhouses in the area, but the neighborhood feel only makes the place more special IMO. read more

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La Barrita is hands down my favorite restaurant in Baltimore. I got the ojo de bife (SUPER huge btw!). The octopus salad is amazing. So is the mushroom fettuccine, which is shocking because I don't even like mushroom. It's absolutely divine!! I've tried their short rib ragu and it was ok - stick to the mushroom! Their La Barrita salad is also great as well. All in all, great meal. You will absolutely leave happy! read more

This place has a great atmosphere and service. We had the beef empanadas to start and they were very good. They give you toasted bread with chimichurri as a starter-- definitely a nice addition. For the main course we had the vacio and bife de chorizo, both were excellent and served with a salad and fries. The beef was perfectly cooked to order and well seasoned. For dessert we had the flan con dulce de leche, wow! Really nice closing to a great meal. They also have a nice selection of wines and a full bar. If you're a soccer fan (specifically River Plate) you'll enjoy the place a little more. They have a replica of the FIFA World Cup you can hold. Anyway, definitely a worthwhile place to go for a meal if you're in the area. Note: they open at 5:00 pm. read more

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Actually I want to give 7 star! Ambience very cosy and authentic with Argentine details... Service is very very good. He was pretty good to serving and explaning the menu. Foods was pretty good. I really like that chickpea things as an appetizer... Only thing made me upset there is no coffee with desserts:(((( This is my pleasure part! I eat the food just for the coffee that I take end of the meal. But there is no hot drink in this place. Rather than this pretty good food and service! read more

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OMG! Thee best ravioli ever! Between the best tasting beef on the inside and the freshly made pasta, and the sauce, OMG!!! I've had ravioli at many restaurants, and this is by far the best! But let's start from the beginning. The place is small, there's not getting around that part. Let's call it quaint. There's the bar, several 2-seater tables, and a few 4-seater tables. Think converted row home, but only the first floor. Still, it packs a punch, in a good way. Let's call it cozy. We had a reservation, so we were seated right away. We started with cocktails. I ordered an espresso martini and my partner ordered El Fresco. They were both tasty. I've had better espresso martinis, but it was still good. My second drink was a beer. The draft machines were down, but the beer was still good. My partner ordered the strip steak that came with fries and salad. It wasn't your average salad. It was delicious. The fries had garlic & parsley. The were delicious as well. And she absolutely loved the steak. So much so that she kept trying to save some for the next day. It was a delicious meal! The parking is street parking. It's a cute spot. We'll be back! read more

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La Barrita is truly a hidden gem! The food is absolutely delicious, authentic, and consistently amazing. The service is excellent--friendly, attentive, and genuinely welcoming, which makes the whole experience even better. Love the Ambiance Every time I have someone visiting, La Barrita is one of the first places I take them, and they always love it! It's one of those special places that never disappoints. Highly recommend! read more

Overall ~3.5, unique blend of Argentinian food but also a flair of Italian. The portion sizes were good, but the food lacked flavor. I was especially disappointed by the chimichurri which tasted like just olive oil. I especially would not recommend the empanadas. They left a lot to be desired. read more

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This place is awesome. The food is wildly delicious. The charred octopus is out of this world. Their house salad is stellar. The drinks are creative. The meats are prime. It is an intimate and romantic affair. We sat at the bar and had a great server experience. I would take off a star but only because I support Boca Juniors and they clearly (and incorrectly) love River Plate IYKYK read more

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Experiences this hidden gem for the first time last night and enjoyed every moment of it! This will definitely not be my last time visiting! The menu is so intriguing and as a pasta lover, it was hard to make a decision on my entree. A fellow diner shared how delicious their steaks are so I said let me go ahead and get one. I ordered the rib eye, it came with fries and I subbed the sautéed spinach for the mixed green salad. The service was ok. Not bad but not great. The waiter at the bar John, didn't seem very happy to be at work initially but he seemed to warm up and was quickly chatting up our group. The ambiance was lovely. Lists were a little too lowly dimmed for my liking but the space was wonderful. The weather was beautiful so whether you were sitting inside or outside, it was an enjoyable experience. My steak was cooked just the way I enjoy it and their chimmichuri is some of the best I've ever had. Thanks for a great dinner! I'll see y'all again soon! read more

La Barrita Restobar - Ojo De Bife with sautéed spinach - Steakhouses Near Me - Baltimore, Maryland

10/10 experience. I made reservations in advance for my fiancés birthday, which I highly recommend doing, this is a relatively small place with limited walk in space. The service was great, everyone there is very nice and attentive. We got a few of their recommendations such as mushroom polenta, octopus salad, short rib pasta and rib eye. Everything was so flavorful and delicious, fresh, and warm. They serve freshly baked bread with chimichurri dip. We will definitely be back. The steak was one of the best ive ever had. One bite of the mushroom and I fell in LOVE!! read more

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I enjoyed my time here. It's recommended to make a reservation because it is a very small neighborhood restaurant. Service was great and very helpful in clarifying dishes. It seems to be a place where the steak is revered , but I don't eat red meat. Starting with complimentary bread and oil is always a nice touch. The kale caesar salad was good. I enjoyed the chicken empanadas more than the spinach in the trio appetizer. I like that fries that it came with, as it provided another little snack while we waited on our entrees. For my entree I had the spaghetti pomodoro , which was on the tart side, but the flavors grew as I worked my way through the dish. I didn't ask, but it would have been a more well rounded meal if I could have added a protein to my pasta. We left too stuffed for dessert . Overall, good notes. read more

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This is a small spot with some big vibes! The service was super friendly and the food was delish. The polenta de campo and chorizo were my fave things we ordered. The canelones Palermo I did wish had a bit less spinach, but otherwise was yummy. I'd definitely go back to try other dishes out and some drinks. read more

Food 10/10 The steaks were incredible! We ordered the ribeye and vacio based on the server's recommendation -- both were juicy, well-textured, and bursting with that primal, meaty flavor. Extremely satisfying, especially paired with the fries -- so bold and fragrant! We also tried the non-alcoholic version of La Mano De Dios 7/10, which turned out to be a great choice -- it balanced the intensity of the grill beautifully. Ambience 10/10 The ambience sealed the deal. We visited on a Wednesday evening and appreciated the relaxed crowd, which let us fully immerse ourselves in the moody, retro speakeasy atmosphere. Service 8/10 Service was warm and welcoming throughout! read more

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Rounding up as it's a hyper local Upperfells neighborhood stop. It's an Argentinian place that also serves pasta in a very Argentinian way. I really liked their beef carpaccio for the appetizer and then the steak was actually a little bit underwhelming because they cooked it on a dias and so even though we asked for a medium rare, it was really cooked unevenly. Even though it's an Argentinian place every mall back we asked for they did not have so if you want to go get a bottle of wine just make sure they have it in stock because we asked for about three different bottles before we finally found one they still have in stock. The service was really friendly and my favorite bite was a shrimp risotto. It's very early 2000s decor inside with soccer items mixed in throughout for the Argentinian love honestly it is a staple in the community. I wouldn't say it's fine dining but it's a very homey and lovely casual meal. read more

A great Baltimore spot for both fresh pasta and steak! A friend and I split both the mushroom pasta and the steak and both were so good (highly recommend splitting so you can taste both!) and so fresh. The steak was cooked perfectly and it was clear that the pasta was made fresh, that day. The space is small inside but well worth it and I'd recommend making a reservation prior to arriving. read more

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The staff was very welcoming and accommodating us as we were seated. Our waiter was very attentive and personable. Food was absolutely amazing, with an instant love of their house-made burrata. Was able to relax and enjoy our dinner and sangria without feeling rushed or forgotten. Already looking forward to our next visit. read more

We ordered the ribeye steak and fettuccine con tuco, along with wine on the side. Both dishes were delicious, and the steak was juicy and tender. The service was great, and the atmosphere was warm and inviting. read more

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The food was absolutely delicious, the drinks were strong and the servers were so kind. We've had this place on our list for a while and only wished we tried it sooner. We will definitely be back! read more

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The customer service was really good. Everyone was very accommodating, friendly, and checked in on our experience several times. The space was small and intimate. There were a few tables lined up but the bar area. Nice, dark, and intimate setting. Not sure there was another part to the restaurant. The meal came out with fresh complimentary bread that was really good (I did find the dip that came with it a little too salty for my liking). I was trying to decided between the eggplant gnnochi and the short rib risotto. The waiter suggested the latter. I made a comment that I was hesitating cause I really have been in the mood to eat gnnochi but wanted to try the ragu. He said, we can make that happen and brought me gnocchi with the short rib ragu. It was excellent. Very very flavorful. I didn't ask for anything to enhance it; it was perfect. My friend got the steak and I took a bite of it and it was seasoned perfectly. We also tried the flan and the carmel sauce that came with it was spot on perfect. The prices were also very reasonable. I will most definitely come back here. read more

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While the food isn't that picturesque, the quality and taste of each dish was top notch! We started with the beef, chicken, and spinach empanadas. Chimichurri was heavenly!! Entree's ordered: Risotto con Tuco: large portion (enough for two), meat tender, rice well cooked. Bife de Chorizo: well grilled, the chimi was a great addition. Sides were also in large shareable portion with this dish. Bartender Marty was attentive and open to providing feedback about certain dishes. The space is cozy, reservation recommended, bar seating available. read more

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I love this restaurant. The food and service are wonderful. Very small and I would recommend reservations read more

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We arrived early so we grabbed a seat at the bar. A glass of Chardonnay and a Gin and Tonic was swerved up from an attentive bartender. The ambience is relaxing...it's a smaller quaint restaurant. The bread and oil...do not pass it up. You'll want more but save room for the main course! We had the arugula salad which was amazing...fresh and the pears and walnuts were perfect. Main dishes... Pesto pasta was flavorful and filling. I should have asked or a protein but alone, still satisfying. The seafood risotto special was amazing...the shrimp, mussels and octopus were fresh and perfectly cooked. Highly recommend. Make reservations! This will definitely be on the repeat list of restaurants. read more

La Barrita Restobar - Pesto Pasta - Steakhouses Near Me - Baltimore, Maryland

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A neighborhood gem! I went one night craving a steak and would recommend making sure they have availability or making a reservation as they had a wait on a weeknight! The wine selection and menu offered variety and the service was prompt and helpful! Even the bread service was delicious! I'll definitely be back to try more dishes! read more

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I had dinner at La Barrita with a friend last week and had a great time. This Argentinian restaurant has cozy, family vibes that made me want to stay for hours. The service also added to that feeling - everyone was warm and kind and helpful. It was just comfortable from the moment I walked in. I enjoyed a couple of glasses of Argentinian wine, and my friend and I shared three small plates and a dessert: Proveleta (baked provolone cheese with their house La Barrita sauce), Polenta del Bosque (homemade polenta with a wild mushroom cream sauce), beef empanadas, and flan con dulce de leche. I enjoyed all the dishes, but the Proveleta is the one I would go back for! Overall, our meal was really nice, a meal I'm sure I'll repeat at some point! read more

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If you're looking for a meal that delivers start to finish, with bold flavors and quality ingredients, look no further. La Barrita is your cozy neighborhood portal to Buenos Aires. We started out with the steak empanadas. They were fried, which created a nicely textured shell to cradle the super flavorful filling- it was like a hearty steak stew and it started us off right. We washed those down with some outstanding cocktails, which took us by surprise with how delicious they were (Pulga Atómica is a must for rye whiskey fans). We ordered the Bife de Chorizo (think NY Strip) and mushroom fettuccine. I'm very picky when it comes to both types of entrees and La Barrita impresses with both. The steak was massive but cooked and seasoned perfectly with a beautiful exterior char and perfect medium rare interior. It came with a hefty serving of salad and fries on the plate. The fries are addictive and the salad was crisp and leveled out the richness of the dish. The chimichurri only elevated the bold flavors, and the dish could easily serve two on a date with the generous portion. The pasta was fresh and the texture was pretty much perfect- this is a tall order but La Barrita rises to the challenge. The creamy mushroom sauce is something you'll contemplate bathing in, but eating it is the better option. The texture of the mushrooms is outstanding and all the elements combine into a memorable bite. Lastly, we sat at the bar and the gentleman serving us (Claudio) made us feel like regulars even though it was our first time. It only added to the perfect neighborhood vibes and he mixed some dynamite drinks. If your dining party has a mix of carnivores and pasta fans who want a place that works for a date but also for enjoying time with friends...you owe it to yourself to check out La Barrita, Che! read more

La Barrita Restobar - Bife de Chorizo (NY Strip) covered with bold chimichurri, served with addictive fries and fresh salad. YES. - Steakhouses Near Me - Baltimore, Maryland

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Amazing and adorable spot in Butchers Hill! Finally made it here after forever! We were able to get a table despite it being the weekend, but there were just two of us and we sat outside. As a vegetarian, it took me a while to try this place, but there were great options! Started with complimentary bread which came with a delicious dip! We got the spinach empanadas, the polenta del bosque as appetizers. The empanadas were great and definitely and good serving! The mushroom cream sauce on the polenta was incredible. Finally, got the gnocchi with eggplant which was also amazing! Their gnocchi was well cooked, and perfectly soft. Excited to try more of their pastas and appetizers next time! read more

We reserved a table because the place is small. Very nice ambience. Sangria was very good and loved the ribeye read more

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The vibe and the atmosphere however, were 5 stars - and was happy with the service - but I was underwhelmed by the food offerings. The empanadas were okay, and the accompanying fries (which is a weird accompaniment) were limp. The traditional beef and chicken empanadas were not even traditional - there were no hard-boiled eggs, olives. The polenta was sadly not the soft type that I was used to in many Argentine restaurants but were instead a cut out triangular shape block, making it dense which is a poor match for a heavy mushroom cream - the softer polenta would make it a better match. Until the kitchen corrects their menu to truly reflect Argentine cuisine, I can't recommend this place for the two items we had above. Sadly we weren't hungry for more this evening. read more

Amazing experience!! The food is fantastic! You can tell they make great efforts to provide a delicious meal. Their pastas are housemade. The service was excellent! The establishment is small but very beautifully decorated. The layout allows for an intimate dining experience. It's not very loud either. Highly recommend!! read more

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First time and loved it! Really cozy and intimate. The service was awesome. We went by on a Sunday night without a reservation and the place was pretty packed. Thankfully we got bar seating fairly quickly. Drinks - the sangria (red) was delicious. Probably the best (most authentic) sangria I've had in Baltimore. They also have a few selections of Malbec. They serve a complimentary chimichurri with a side of bread - delicious! And for the main we shared the parilla for two. There was so much food - could have easily shared that between four. It also comes with a ton of fries. The meat was delicious. I'd definitely recommend! We are going back to try the empanadas next time! read more

Dined here earlier this week for my birthday, everything was great. Our server was very attentive and quick. We had the chorizo polenta for an appetizer, the Polenta De Campo, Fettuccine Con Tuco, and the Vacio Would order all of these again, everything was perfect. We will be back! read more

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Cozy , delicious , great service. Authentic Argentinian steak . One of my favorite spots . read more

La Barrita Restobar - Ribeye steak , salad and French fries - Steakhouses Near Me - Baltimore, Maryland

Very interesting place. Last year I had salmon risotto here and it was phenomenal. Their service was nice as well. WAS. Yesterday I went to La Barrita with my friend. It was a Thursday night. I made the reservation on Wednesday. Upon my arrival, they couldn't find my name, but it wasn't a big issue because the host has a table for us. Cool. I heard that their gnocchi is great but I am particular about the texture of the gnocchi. I asked the waitress about it. To avoid misconception/disappointment, I wondered if I can have a piece of gnocchi to tryout but it was not possible. That's fine. Then the waitress kept assuring that they have amazing gnocchi so I decided to try it. Oh I didn't like gnocchi at all because it was mushy. My friend had Spaghetti pesto, her food was great, just a tad bit too salty. When the waitress came over and asked about the food, I told her that the gnocchi was terrible but it's just a personal preference, and I asked for the menu. (I don't mind paying two dishes for myself and I planned to take the gnocchi home in case someone else from my home wants it). She froze with a big smile on a face for a few seconds. I was confused and I asked, "why are you so happy? I said "horrible" not "terrific", and could I please have the menu thank you." As she gave me the menu she took away my food directly and said to her coworker (in a relatively loud voice), "She said it's terrible why are you so happy about it". Her action scared my friend. I could see that my friend's expression and body language changed after the rude treatment from the waitress. I was a little shocked as well, but I feel worse about my friend because I took her out for relaxation and really didn't expect this behavior from a relatively nice restaurant. Afterwards, things went okay. I got charged for the second dish, not the first. Other people who were working there reassured that my second dish was fine, resulting my rating to be 3 stars instead of 1. Take your chance. You might get a good experience, or an unfortunate one. read more

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I haven't had Argentinian food in quite some time. I was excited to try this as it was one of my friends' favorite restaurant in Baltimore. It wasn't super busy on a Saturday night. We had a reservation for three. We were seated at one of the high top tables, which was spacious. Once we sat down, we noticed that our feet were at the same level as the outdoor dining table. I was afraid that my Birkenstocks would land on their food as I tend to swing my feet sometimes. I can't imagine it was ideal for them as well to have 3 pairs of feet right next to their faces and food. We asked to switch to the bar, which was harder than it should have been. We were made to feel that we were being difficult. The food, however, was amazing from the complimentary hot bread to the burrata special with prosciutto, honey and truffle oil though I was expecting more honey. The fettuccine with mushrooms was so rich and decadent. The steak and fries were very well done as well. I would've given this place a 5/5 but the harsh service was hard to overlook. I really do think they should rearrange the outdoor tables so that they're not right next to people's feet sitting at the indoor high top tables. Or maybe install an extra barrier to protect their faces and food. read more

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We went around 7pm on a Saturday. We didn't have a reservation so sitting at the bar was our only option for dine-in service. The restaurant was quite cozy so I wouldn't recommend going with a large group. I had the spaghetti pomodoro and brussels sprouts. My partner had the sirloin with fries and a salad. I took a picture of his steak but I came out blurry so I didn't post it. The spaghetti was good. The sauce was flavorful and the portion was huge. I'm sure I'll be eating spaghetti for the next two days. The brussels sprouts were cooked perfectly but could have used a pinch of salt. I tasted my partner's steak and fries. The steak was cooked perfectly but the fries were very salty. I'm definitely going back and I'm getting a steak... with no salt on the fries. read more

La Barrita Restobar - Spaghetti Pomodoro - Steakhouses Near Me - Baltimore, Maryland

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Only reviewing this place for the service. I heard the food is amazing so I booked it for my friends birthday. The only available table was outdoors & there was no forecast of rain originally but when we got there, it had been raining - they hadn't put the umbrella up/had no outdoor seating and pointed to a dark table in the rain for my RESERVATION and sarcastically said "sorry for the rain I guess!" Put my name down, they told me it would be about an hour - called 1.5 hours later for an update, and got chastised by someone over the phone. "Do you expect me to magically create a table out of nowhere? One more hour probably, I have nothing more to say I will see you in an hour" *hangs up.* For a place so well rated, I was so disappointed at the service and how annoyed they seemed at me for calling once for an update. Frankly, made me not want to end up trying this place which is a shame because I've heard good things. read more

Always great time and good food. First time getting a steak (ribeye) and this is it! Everything here is good but the steaks... yeah that is where it is. read more

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We absolutely loved our dinner here last night! We've had La Barrita on our list of restaurants to try and we finally booked a date night. The outside of the restaurant is adorable. I love the feel of the little cafe tables sat outside, it reminded me of many restaurants in Buenos Aires, especially if the garage doors had been open to connect the inside and the outdoors. The inside is so warm and cozy, with Edison bulbs casting a mute golden glow and the burgundy walls reflecting it. The menu has a lot to choose from, there is definitely something for everyone. The ham, cheese, and onion empanadas were fresh and delicious - this was one of their three empanada specials and we devoured them. Everyone also gets toasted bread that comes with chimichurri to dip. For our mains, I had the ravioles verdes. They were big, stuffed full of spinach, beef, and garlic, and soooo yummy. I couldn't eat the entire dish so I have three raviolis waiting for me. The absolute star dish of the night was the risotto con langostino (shrimp) - it was a big dish that was so creamy and savory. Every bite was delicious. To finish, we had the flan with dulce de leche and it was perfectly sweet to end the night. This was such a fun place within walking distance of Patterson Park. If you haven't been, I highly recommend! read more

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My friends and I came here on a double date on a Friday night. Make sure to have a reservation as there are not many tables! We had a reservation and were seated right away. The server came to explain to us some options of how we could do dinner if we wanted to split or all get separate meals. It was great info - and definitely helped us order! We all ordered empanadas (6 for the table of 4), 2 pasta dishes, and the Parrillada X2. This was a hefty feast but we managed to eat it all. The empanadas were phenomenal - they had a special empanadas of beef with potato and raisins which was our fave. For pasta, each couple split another special - gnocchi with truffle, also incredible. The main entree was the Parrillada X2 which is several cuts of meat, fries, and salad. It is supposed to serve 2 but since there were 4 of us and we got other food as well, it was the perfect amount. It was phenomenal and highly recommended for first timers! The entire meal was probably more than we needed but we did want to experience it all. Even though the restaurant is a bit small, it was not too loud and we were not overly crowded. It is about the size of a row house and there is street parking. Overall, we all loved everything we got. La Barrita has been on my list for quite some time and it did not disappoint. If steak and great accompaniments are on your mind - this is a delicious option!! read more

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My husband and I decided to visit La Barrita on Saturday for a birthday dinner and it was a great experience. We had the provoleta to start and besides being tricky to cut it was amazing. I would have loved more of the Barrita sauce because the tomatoes has amazing flavor. We also tried the house special shredded beef empanadas and we're surprised that they came with two per order. They were yummy. We split a la Barrita salad which comes dressed and the pears were a little crunchy for me but the flavor was really great: sweet from the honey and pears and salty from the pecorino. For main course I did the fettuccine with short rib which was great. I think I would have liked it more if the sauce wasn't a traditional tomato sauce and was more of a just from the short rib (I love short rib but it got lost in the pasta sauce to me). Pasta was cooked perfectly and to be clear the dish was really great-- I just love the flavor of short rib so next time I'll get that! My husband had the ribeye and said it was perfectly cooked and had amazing flavor. The portions on everything were incredibly generous (we ordered entirely too much food). Our drinks were great and I would be remiss to skip over the service. Our waiter was outstanding!! He was patient, attentive and took time to explain each dish, we owe our wonderful experience to him. Would love to visit again, great spot! read more

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