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Eastside - Barra Santos restaurant
4.4

Barra Santos

  • Eastside
  • $$$
  • European
  • Bar
  • Food
    good
  • Vibe
    good
  • Perks
    bad

Food: Bold flavors, light on variety

Barra Santos has taken a playful approach to its dining experience, creating dishes that are both lively and crisp. The Endive salad and Branzino with Pumpkin Serrano Herb Sauce create a jolt of unforgettable tastes. However, the lure of explosive flavors doesn't completely mask the limited variety and smaller portions served.

  • Great Taste

    Several dishes described as unforgettable, explosive in flavor.

  • Small Portions

    Portions criticized for being too small in two separate reviews.

Top 3 dishes at Barra Santos

  1. 1

    Endive Salad 🏆

    Salad's bitterness is balanced nicely with almonds, cheese, and vinaigrette.

    Endive Salad dish
  2. 2

    Tuna Crudo

    Melt-in-your-mouth goodness with fresh tuna and perfect seasoning.

    Tuna Crudo dish
  3. 3

    Ibérico Ham

    The ibérico ham offers a bacon-like, superior taste experience.

    Ibérico Ham dish

Vibe: Leaning towards cozy intimacy

The ambiance at Barra Santos could be a couple’s dream location. It’s cozy, intimate with a wine selection that complements the romantic setting beautifully. Each corner of the restaurant hums with a quaint, charming aura, an ideal place for date nights.

  • Great Drinks

    Extensive, unique wine selections praised; enhanced cozy, romantic experiences.

Perks: Present roadblocks divert smoothly

Barra Santos has got a bit of roadblock situation going, with parking being a major issue that often disrupts the dining experience. Plus, there are no reservations and the space is restricted, making it ill-suited for large groups. However, the service is warm, even if it swings between attentive and slow occasionally.

  • Okay Outdoor

    Quaint place with limited seating inside and outside, attentive service.

  • Hard To Hear

    Raucous neighborhood noise can sometimes disrupt the dining experience.