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Bencotto Italian Kitchen, San Diego, CA

Bencotto Italian Kitchen

4.6
4.6
3287 Reviews
$31 to $50
Italian

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2 people
19:00
Booked 58 times today
  • Good for special occasions
  • Great for outdoor dining
  • Neighbourhood gem
ONLINE RESERVATIONS ARE LIMITED. PLEASE CALL THE RESTAURANT IF YOUR DESIRED TIME IS NOT AVAILABLE.

We are proud to offer 75 kinds of different pasta recipe, fresh and hand-crafted 12 hours a day.
"Bencotto" means cooked well: this is what authentic Italian food is about.
It tastes as it should and would in Italy.
Bencotto offers two different eating environments: guests can either enjoy their meal at our “kitchen-esque” bar downstairs, or they can relax in the intimate low-ceiling dining area upstairs. The décor creates a clean and sophisticated atmosphere, where old-world charm and warmth blend with contemporary appeal.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Italian, Contemporary Italian, Mediterranean
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon 16:00–21:30 Tue–Sun 12:00–21:30 Happy Hour Tue–Sun 15:00–17:00
  • Phone number
    (619) 450-4786
  • Website
    http://www.lovebencotto.com/
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive Chef
    Fabrizio Cavallini
  • Catering
    Send your inquiry for catering at www.lovebencotto.com Events request
  • Private party facilities
    Our unique approach to Italian cooking tradition, offers hand made “home style” dishes in an environment that reflects who we are: young generation of Italians who celebrate their culinary heritage, presenting it in a modern, relaxed, and inviting kitchen-restaurant.
  • Location
    750 W Fir Street, San Diego, CA 92101
  • Area
    Little Italy
  • Cross Street
    India Street/Kettner Blvd.
  • Parking details
    Valet Parking sponsored by Little Italy Association. <br />Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Sunday: from 5 pm to 9 pm<br />Friday & Saturday: 5 pm to 10 pm
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Delivery, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeaway, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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What 3,287 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.6
4.6 based on recent ratings
  • 4.6Food
  • 4.5Service
  • 4.4Ambience
  • 4.3Value

Noise • Moderate

Review summary

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Bencotto Italian Kitchen is a beloved gem in San Diego's Little Italy, praised for its "outstanding" service and "authentic" Italian cuisine. Diners rave about the "amazing cheese wheel pasta" and fresh, homemade dishes. With a charming atmosphere and attentive staff, it's perfect for special occasions or casual dining.

3,287 Reviews

  1. BrookeS

    New Mexico

    3 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    3 reviews

    Dined today

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 3
    Food and service were mediocre at best. My friends ordered the cheese wheel pasta (which was $30 + protein fee) and they didn’t do it front of us. Very disappointing

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  2. David

    San Diego

    44 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    44 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Excellent experience as usual…good and service was spectacular

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  3. Vartan

    San Francisco

    9 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    9 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    This is our favorite Italian restaurant in Little Italy. The food, service and environment makes it a must visit when we are in town. The riso fritto…the best!

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  4. Dusan

    San Diego

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Excellent Italien food, good service, lassagne, pasta excellent, but they have not draft beer!

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  5. Hirohisa

    Greater Boston

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent food!! I want to go back again when I visit San Diego.

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  6. Nedra

    San Diego

    4 reviews

    4.0

    4 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 5
    We visited this restaurant to celebrate my sisters birthday. There were six people in our group and a first time for all of us. The food was delicious! I had a pasta dish with shrimp. The meatballs are a must try!

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  7. Danielle

    Mobile

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on 16 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Truly one of the best Italian places I’ve been to. We shared multiple plates (lasagna, butternut squash ravioli, meatballs & Parmesan cheese with caramelized figs & bread). All was good but the lasagna was perfect! All of the pasta was fresh & tasted amazing. Excellent service & great experience!

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  8. Elizabeth

    San Diego

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on 12 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We come to this restaurant every year for our anniversary and we always have the best experience. Our food is always delicious, our waiter was wonderful and it’s located in a great spot.

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  9. Madalyn

    San Diego

    155 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    155 reviews

    Dined on 11 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Our dinner here was absolutely delicious. The house salad was excellent. And we had the special cheese pasta with truffles which was fantastic. Service was excellent. We will be back soon.

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  10. Rachel

    San Diego

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 11 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great spot in Little Italy! Perfect for a date night and the pasta wheel? Delicious and fun to watch!

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FAQs

Bencotto Italian Kitchen offers delivery in partnership with Postmates. Bencotto Italian Kitchen also offers takeaway which you can order by calling the restaurant at (619) 450-4786.

Bencotto Italian Kitchen is rated 4.6 stars by 3287 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a booking

2 people
19:00
Booked 58 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Bencotto Italian Kitchen

750 W Fir Street, San Diego, CA 92101

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    India Street/Kettner Blvd.
  • Area
    Little Italy
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon 16:00–21:30 Tue–Sun 12:00–21:30 Happy Hour Tue–Sun 15:00–17:00
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Italian, Contemporary Italian, Mediterranean
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Valet Parking sponsored by Little Italy Association. <br />Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Sunday: from 5 pm to 9 pm<br />Friday & Saturday: 5 pm to 10 pm
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Fabrizio Cavallini
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Delivery, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeaway, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Website
    http://www.lovebencotto.com/
  • Phone number
    (619) 450-4786
  • Catering
    Send your inquiry for catering at www.lovebencotto.com Events request
  • Private party facilities
    Our unique approach to Italian cooking tradition, offers hand made “home style” dishes in an environment that reflects who we are: young generation of Italians who celebrate their culinary heritage, presenting it in a modern, relaxed, and inviting kitchen-restaurant.

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