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Barbusa

Barbusa

1917 India St, San Diego, CA 92101
619-238-1917

We're all about supporting local pizzerias - even those who are not Slice partners.
Give Barbusa a call to order. We hear their food's delish.

Menu
pizza
Pizza
Gluten-free, cauliflower crust. Vegan mozzarella cheese available.

Margherita Pizza

San Marzano tomatoes, mozzarella, basil.

$14.31

Gamberi E Pesto Pizza

Mozzarella, goat cheese, rock shrimp, pistachio pesto, sun dried tomatoes.

$17.25

California Pizza

Mozzarella, arugula, avocado, lemon, balsamic reduction.

$16.43

The Vegan Pizza

Cauliflower crust, beyond sausage, beyond cheese, black olives, onions, basil.

$16.43

Dolci E Picante Pizza

Soppressata, Calabrian chiles, lavender honey, bermuda onions, mozzarella, grana padano, basil.

$15.43

for-the-table
For The Table

Arancini

Aborio rice, short rib, mushroom Parmigiano tomatoes.

$14.78

Fiori Di Zucca

Tempura squash blossoms, Quattro formaggi aprciot chile jam.

$14.87

Busalacchi's Garlic Bread

Family recipes since 1982.

$9.94

Sicilian Meatballs

Sirloin pine nuts, sugo caprino.

$14.98

Lollipop Chops

Blackened lamb gorgonzola.

$19.85

Melanzane Bruschetta

Grilled eggplant, Pomodoro, pesto goat cheese crostini.

$14.85

Prosciutto E Fragole

Parma prosciutto, stracchino, strawberries & balsamic.

$16.25

Burrata Spaccata

Heirloom tomatoes, mint balsamic caviar, olive oil.

$14.99

Carpaccio

Short ribs, shallots, caciocavallo lemon micro greens.

$15.95

Duck Ragu Polenta

Roasted duck, olives capers San Marzano.

$14.97

Frittura

Calamari, shrimp, secret Meyer lemon grain mustard aioli.

$14.74

Salumeria

Chef 's selection of 3 cheese, salamini, mortadella con pistachio, olives, crostini.

$22.87

greens
Greens

Busalacchi Caesar Salad

Reggiano, toasted artisan breadcrumbs.

$11.32

Rucola Salad

Arugula, shaved fennel, radicchio, caramelized walnuts, shaved parmigiano, Granny Smith apples, honey lemon vinaigrette.

$12.22

Kale & Quinoa Salad

Raddichio, garbanzo beans, lemon slices, Calabrian chile vinaigrette.

$12.46

Bietole Salad

Roasted beets, roasted corn, endive, pepitas, goat cheese, orange mustard dressing.

$12.78

handmade-pasta
Handmade Pasta
Gluten free available.

Fra Diavola

Bucatini, octopus, rapini, calabrian chile.

$21.22

Gnocchi Pomodoro

Baked gnocchi, marinara, stracchino.

$16.84

Bolognese Al Forno

Baked anelleti, beef and sausage ragu, English peas, tre formaggi.

$16.42

Funghi e Tartufo

Garganelli, black truffle oil, oyster mushrooms, pecorino sardo, whipped panna.

$18.67

Vongole Rosso

Linguine, clams, crushed heirloom tomatoes, garlic, olive oil.

$19.67

Bone Marrow Cavatelli

Ricotta cavatelli, Sicilian sausage, cream, roasted bone marrow.

$20.81

Carbonara Con Piselli

Fettuccini, sweet peas, caramelized onions, pancetta, farm fresh egg yolk.

$17.84

Capelacci

Cheese stuffed pasta, pistachio pesto, sun dried tomatoes.

$16.89

Anatra

Orecchiette, duck ragu, olives, capers, San Marzano.

$18.89

Risotto Di Sepia

Black squid ink aborio rice, shrimp, calamari.

$23.92

Granchio

Spaghettini, northern crab, shallots, serrano chile, rosa sauce.

$20.93

main-dishes
Main Dishes

Pollo Arrosto

Organic chicken, Sicilian salmoriglio, onions, herb roasted red lentils.

$24.94

Salmone

Pistachio crust, panna, dijon mustard, yam and peewee potato puree.

$25.93

Osso Bucco

Pork shank, red wine reduction, fregola.

$29.98

Tomahawk Marsala

Pork Tomahawk, florio, green beans, roasted potatoes.

$28.91

Sugo Busalacchi

Braised short rib, sicilian sausage, meatballs, gnocchi.

$25.78

Sicilian Bone In Ribeye

Sicilian seasoning, spinach, whipped potatoes.

$48.57

crudo-bar
Crudo Bar
Served after 4 pm.

Gamberi

Sicilian gazpacho, raw shrimp, tomatoes, avocado, cucumbers, smoked paprika.

$15.77

Insalata Di Mare

Octopus, shrimp, mussels, calamari, salsa verde.

$19.88

Tartare Di Salmone

Salmon, strawberry, mint, olive oil, lemon, balsamic.

$14.85

Tonno

Italian soy citrus, sesame oil, grated pistachio.

$15.76

Ricciola

Yellowtail, soy, lemon, serrano peppers, pickled radish.

$14.64

Oysters

Chef's daily choice.

$13.76

Polipo E Patate

Octopus, potatoes, seafood dressing.

$17.74

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