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Bencotto Italian Kitchen, San Diego, CA

Bencotto Italian Kitchen

4.6
4.6
3303 Reviews
$31 to $50
Italian

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2 people
19:00
Booked 62 times today
  • Good for special occasions
  • Neighbourhood gem
  • Great for outdoor dining
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 3,303 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.6
4.6 based on recent ratings
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.6Service
  • 4.4Ambience
  • 4.4Value

Noise • Moderate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Bencotto Italian Kitchen in San Diego's Little Italy offers a memorable dining experience with "incredible pasta," "fantastic service," and a wide "selection of pastas and sauces." Guests rave about the "cheese wheel pasta" and the "authentic Italian cuisine." While some mention noise levels or seating issues, the food and service are consistently praised. Ideal for special occasions or casual dining, Bencotto promises delicious Italian fare in a vibrant setting.

3,303 Reviews

  1. wendy

    Newcastle

    13 reviews

    3.0

    13 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 3
    The restaurant was overbooked and we waited 40 minutes to be seated. The main courses were served before we finished our starters and we were generally rushed to finish. Lasagne was too hot to eat even after having sat at the table for some time. Generally not a good experience and definitely not good value for money.

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  2. Irene

    Seattle

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Perfect food and service, not too salty and not sweet, just perfect for adults and kids as well

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  3. Marc

    Orange County

    2 reviews

    4.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    Wife had the Osso Bucca and I had the butternut squash ravioli special. It was good, but we have both had better. Restaurant felt a bit congested and on the smaller side. Only two single use restrooms to serve the entire restaurant meant a long wait in line.

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  4. Natalie

    San Diego

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    I had the best birthday dinner ever! I will be returning as soon as I can. The food and the service were impeccable.

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  5. Nicholas

    Phoenix

    11 reviews

    4.0

    11 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Cibo fantastico. Buon servizio. L'atmosfera non è quella del classico ristorante o osteria italiana.

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  6. Jim

    VIP

    E. Tennessee

    12 reviews

    5.0

    12 reviews

    Dined on 18 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Fantastic pasta -- loved the 4 pepper sauce, and the lamb bolognese sauce!

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  7. Michael

    San Diego

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 14 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Pasta was excellent, cooked perfectly and the sauces were excellent. I particularly liked the squid ink pasta. I do think their tomato sauces are a tad better than their cream sauces, but that's just personal preference.

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  8. Stephen

    Chicago

    5 reviews

    4.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on 14 December 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Food was excellent and service was good. First cocktail ordered had a very bad aftertaste, so of like gasoline. Restaurant is noisy.

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  9. alyssa

    VIP

    Philadelphia

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on 11 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    wonderful food & service! celebrated an anniversary here and it made it more special

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  10. Kevin

    VIP

    San Diego

    29 reviews

    3.0

    29 reviews

    Dined on 11 December 2024

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    Pricey for the Quality of the Food. The Ambience was Cold but the Service was wram! The pricing is La Jolla. This establisment is NOT in La Jolla! Advertising is deceitful . Better work on your Menu and especially pricing as you will be empty as you were for my viit more often.

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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 3303 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 62 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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