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Welcome to Barsha

At Barsha, located in the heart of Hermosa Beach, we embrace the essence of Mediterranean comfort food with a unique Tunisian twist. Our culinary journey begins with fresh, locally sourced ingredients, guiding you through vibrant flavors and textures. Signature dishes, such as our Lamb Meatballs and Tabil Branzino, showcase a perfect balance of spices and culinary techniques that honor traditional recipes. The inviting atmosphere enhances your dining experience, complemented by attentive service and a carefully curated wine selection. Whether indulging in our house-made dips or sharing a plate of pappardelle, Barsha promises a delightful feast that warms the heart and inspires the palate.

LOCATIONS

Welcome to Barsha, a unique gem nestled in the heart of Hermosa Beach at 1141 Aviation Blvd. This vibrant Mediterranean eatery offers a tantalizing array of comfort food that celebrates the bold flavors and rich culinary traditions of Tunisia. With its inviting atmosphere, attentive service, and a menu designed for sharing, Barsha promises a delightful dining experience that appeals to both the palate and the senses.

Small Bites are where Barsha truly shines. Start your culinary journey with their Falafel Sliders. These delightful creations feature crispy falafel patties topped with caramelized pickled onions and a creamy tabil aioli, nestled in a soft brioche bun. For a vegan twist, opt for a crusty bread substitute and hold the feta and labneh. Another standout is the Hand of Fatima, a vibrant platter of five vegan dips served with fresh crusty bread. Patrons rave about the Beet Hummus, pairing colorful presentations with robust flavors that excite the taste buds. Many diners agree: the dips are a must-try.

  • Lamb Meatballs: Tender and juicy, served on a bed of flavorful stewed couscous, these meatballs are often highlighted for their elevated taste and rich seasoning.
  • Pappardelle: Featuring house-made pasta, roasted butternut squash, and a sage brown butter sauce, this vegetarian dish is a comforting choice that impresses with its seasonal ingredients.
  • Spiced Cajun Shrimp: Marinated shrimp are served atop cheesy grits with crispy buttermilk okra, delivering a delightful fusion of flavors that many consider the best on the menu.

Barsha’s commitment to excellence goes beyond just food. The ambiance combines a warm, welcoming design with the charm of live music on select nights, inviting diners to enjoy a holistic dining experience. Customers frequently highlight the attentive service, often noting how the staff, including the enthusiastic owner, elevates the evening with friendliness and expertise.

As you explore the Bigger Bites section, don't miss the Beef Cheek Cous Cous, which features melt-in-your-mouth beef cheeks paired with perfectly cooked couscous—a dish that many diners describe as a showstopper. And for those seeking a vegetarian option, the Moussaka, layered with eggplant and herbs under a luscious béchamel, is equally satisfying.

Finally, save room for dessert. The reviews on the Brownie speak volumes, with many declaring it the highlight of their meal. For those looking for a delightful ending to their culinary adventure at Barsha, it’s simply not to be missed.

In summary, Barsha stands out as a captivating establishment that fuses tradition with modern gastronomy. Whether you’re a local or just passing through, it’s a destination for vibrant flavors, expert service, and a cozy atmosphere—all promising the ultimate dining experience in Hermosa Beach.

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Stephanie A.
Stephanie A.

Great selections of wine and also serving some delicious beers. We tried their beer that day and bought a bottle of their orange wine to-go. Great service. Next time interested on coming to do the wine flight.

Btent J.
Btent J.

Beet Hummus - 4.2/5. An eye-popping appetizer, just unhappy with the portion for $17. Veal cutlet - 4.4/5. Veal was a bit overcooked, but a very pleasant dish that is lighter than you'd think. The mashed potatoes were buttery and delicious. Lamb meatballs - 4.5/5. Very solid and elevated. A tiny bit gamey. A bit more seasoning for the meatballs would be great, although the rest of the dish was seasoned well. Chicken - 4.4/5. Very tender and umami rich dish. A bit too salty on a couple bites. Rose trifle - 3/5. A decent dessert, but the tangy notes overpowered it and I was underwhelmed. Brownie: 4.8/5. It seems they read my first review..or maybe just coincidental that my small gripes were fixed. Everyone at my table agreed this was the best dish of the night. Overall: The beef cheek is still my favorite savory option but they were sold out. Service: 4.5/5. Not as good as my first time, a little slower. Still solid.

Skinny M.
Skinny M.

Food was good the shrimp and grits is the best thing on the menu hands down. Got to meet the chef she's very nice and the staff is amazing and very attentive. Excellent service. Very nice vibes.

Stephanie L.
Stephanie L.

Everything about our experience at Barsha was amazing! Ollie came to the table with a smile and tons of information about the restaurant, chef, and menu. You can tell there is a great deal of care in how things were put together and the staff that were hired. We came hungry and started with the Hand of Fatima and Roasted Eggplant. I loved the presentation of the hand plate and five different dips/spreads for their crusty bread. We tried each individually, but also enjoyed creating our own combos of hummus, olive tapenade, harissa, pesto, and olives. Also, that crusty bread is perfectly crispy on the outside and fluffy on the inside. Don't sleep on the eggplant! My husband does not like eggplant AT all, but I love it, and pushed for us to order the dish. To get that depth of balsamic flavor without making the eggplant mushy, is definitely a talent. Such a nice balance of spices--we inhaled both dishes. Next up were the Local Kale (Caesar) and the Tounsi Brik. Ollie sold us on the kale, and it did not disappoint! The dressing is light, but still creamy and is massaged into the kale so the leaves soak all that goodness up. The little bits of crunchy chickpeas added a nice texture to the salad. The Tounsi Brik was like a savory puff pastry with mashed potatoes and salty capers inside. This was light and tasty, even with potatoes as the main ingredient. The Tabil Branzino was the final dish of the night, and it was simple, yet flavorful. I enjoyed the crispy skin that was lightly salted, mixed together with the cous cous and sauce all in one delicious bite. Althought we ate so many dishes, we didn't leave feeling like we'd immediately fall into a deep food coma. The people in the table next to us said that their meal was one of the best they've ever had, and I couldn't agree more. There are so many other items on the menu that we have our eye on, so we will definitely be back to Barsha very soon!

Danni Y.
Danni Y.

Highly recommend the falafel sliders! Amazing texture and flavor of the falafel paired with a delicious sauce 5/5 for sure! We also enjoyed the hand of fatima with the crusty bread - the bread was really warm and fresh, loved the hummus and pesto dips especially. The lamb meatballs were juicy but the couscous on the bottom wasn't my favorite. The spritz and golden hour drinks were good but i think we could've skipped the bread pudding. The atmosphere was lively though it can be a little loud. The manager seemed to know everyone and greeted the tables which was nice, although some of the service seemed a little rushed. Overall a decent place to come with friends and enjoy some dips and sliders!

Frankie L.
Frankie L.

Hi. Near my residence we've found the epic Restaurant Tunisian cuisine. We came little early and before they opened sitting in the car over listening to symphony of raindrops... Came in very exotic but simply oste style interior were welcoming. We've started with their cocktails this frico float was very lemony tasty one, and the eggplants... harmonious blends of all the spices with full body texture of eggplant fining with smoky umami! Was the Best eggplant dish in Southern California. And their breads, and this little pita look alike tapas were amazingly toothsome, the beet purée- little thicker- but love the texture, with grilled potatoes were a bombshell. Main event, beef cheek stew. The perfect crunchy croutons made the stew surreally one of the most scrumptious beef stew in Southern California!!! Cous cous cooked so perfectly, beef was meting in your mouth with entire Mediterranean ocean breeze....yet one has to be mentioned, ask additional bread and then perfectly grilled , literally most decadently seasoned breads ever in Our country would be served! Dessert I've forgotten the name was clean taste gorgeous exotic one, also the tea, one of the best taste in town Thanks to the owner for welcoming with heart too. Bravo!! !!!! We found the Gem in South Bay!!!

Jimmy S.
Jimmy S.

Roasted cauliflower and other veggies were great. The lamb meatballs was so good with labneh and accoutrements. The beef cheek cous cous was so soft and tender. The waiters were very attentive and helpful in the menu selection. The moussaka and beet hummus were super good! The shrimp and grits had a lot of flavor and not too much heaviness on their take. The noise is a bit loud so it's a bit hard to hear and they have live music nights!

Talia W.
Talia W.

Came here on a whim and I am SO glad that we did. Let's start with the most important part, the food (of course). Insanely delicious - everything was packed with flavor without being overly complicated, and for me it's in the details: if you're charging for bread it better be damn good, and it absolutely was. Soft and warm inside, perfect crust outside, and the right amount of olive oil to top it off. We had the house appetizer (hand of Fatima), house soft cheese, roasted cauliflower with tahini, and melt-in-your-mouth beef cheeks with couscous. All of it was excellent. Next best part? The staff. The owners were working the floor when we went, and they are so warm and welcoming and obviously take great pride in their restaurant. You could really feel the love, and it totally made the night. 10/10, we'd come back any time we're in the area!

Jynelle Christine S.
Jynelle Christine S.

I was looking for a new restaurant to try for date night and I'm really glad I found this place! First the food was delicious, we got the zaatar fries, chicken liver and beef cheeks which were all a 10/10. Second the ambiance was great, nice lighting not too fancy but also not too casual - perfect for a weekday date night. And last but certainly not least, the service was wonderful. Probably the best service I've ever experienced! 10/10 definitely recommend

Lisa Y.
Lisa Y.

If you're looking for something different in the South Bay, I'd recommend trying Barsha! They serve Tunisian food, which was my first time having. We started off with some non-alcoholic apertifs that sounded really interesting! The De Soi Purple Lune has dark fruit, rose, Gentian root, Ashwagnda, green tea, and black pepper. The De Soi Golden Hour has pear, yuzu, earl grey tea, bergamot, lemongrass, maca, and elderflower. For appetizers, we got the Housemade Farmers Cheese, which was nice and creamy. It comes with roasted beets, charred tomato, balsamic grapes, pistachio, and a side of sliced bread. We also got the Chicken Liver Pate, served with pistachio and a seasonal compote, as well as bread. Would get this again! For small bites, we got the Roasted Eggplant. It's mixed with heirloom tomato, caramelized onion, balsamic, and almond with a side of bread. This was quite tasty! I definitely recommend their Falafel Sliders! These come with caramelized and pickled onion, tabil aioli, cucumber, feta, and labheh on a toasted slider bun. For items from the "Bigger Bites" section of the menu, we go the Lamb Meatballs that come in a M'hamsa stew with cous cous and labneh. We also got the Moussaka, an eggplant stew with tabil bechamel, parmesan, and croutons on top. I enjoyed this dish! This was a good amount of food for a group of four people! Everything is set up to be shared with the exception of the sliders. They also have live music that happens on select Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays. We left just as they were setting up the stage, but I'd love to come back to enjoy the food and music!