Buona Forchetta Encinitas

Name: Buona Forchetta Encinitas
Address: 250 N Coast Hwy 101, Encinitas, CA, United States, 92024-3260
Telephone: (760) 704-8070
Price range: $30 and under
Rating: 4.7

4.7

592 Reviews

$30 and under

Italian

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2 people

29 Dec 2024

19:00

Booked 55 times today

Charming
Neighbourhood gem
Great for fine wines

Buona Forchetta Encinitas, our third location, blends award winning Neapolitan-style pizzas and Northern Italian upscale entrees in a family-friendly, approachable space. Located in Encinitas, this location boasts a indoor seating as well as an outside patio and a small room for private events. Inside, a gilded oven churns out classic creations, while the main kitchen serves up chef-driven pastas and entree dishes. Owner Matteo Cattaneo brought the Italian warehouse-style eatery to life.

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Dining areas

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Italian, Pizza Bar, Wine Bar
Hours of Operation
Mon–Fri 12:00–15:00 Mon–Thu 17:00–21:00 Fri 17:00–22:00 Sat 12:00–22:00 Sun 12:00–21:00
Phone number
(760) 704-8070
Website
https://buonaforchettasd.com/buona-forchetta-encinitas/
Dress code
Business Casual

Location
250 N Coast Hwy 101, Encinitas, CA 92024-3260
Area
Encinitas
Cross Street
at Marcheta St
Parking details
Street Parking
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Delivery, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeaway, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Popular dishes

Burrata CapreseUS$17.00
Organic tomatoes, burrata, evoo, balsamic glaze
MontanaraUS$10.00
Fried pizza bites, chef's creation
ArtichokesUS$16.00
Artichoke hearts, fresh herbs, evoo
Calamari FrittiUS$18.00
Fried calamari, marinara
Eggplant TortinoUS$13.00
Eggplant, marinara, stracciata
PolpettineUS$13.00
Beef and pork meatballs, tomato sauce, parmigiano, breadcrumbs
BruschettoneUS$13.00
Chef's creation
Tagliere MistoUS$20.00
Serves 2 people. Combination of artisanal cheeses and meats
FocacciaUS$6.00
Rosemary, himalayan pink salt
Zuppa del GiornoUS$8.00

Insalate

Add Prosciutto $5, Chicken $4, Shrimp $8, Smoked Salmon $8, Burrata $6, Vegan Mozzarella $3

FattoreUS$10.00
Mixed greens, grape tomatoes, walnuts, shaved parmigiano
SottoterraUS$13.00
Carrots, fennel, parsnip, onions, mixed greens, goat cheese
ToscanaUS$14.00
Chicken breast, pine nuts, goat cheese, spinach
PolipoUS$19.00
Chef's Creation
Beet SaladUS$13.00
Organic mixed greens, beets, lentils, goat cheese, parmigiano, balsamic
RadiccihioUS$14.00
Radicchio and cauliflower salad, salumi picante, pine nuts, basil, ricotta salata, currant vinaigrette

Specialty Pasta

Lasagna BologneseUS$20.00
Lasagna VegeterianaUS$20.00
Ravioli of the Day
- M/P
Eggplant ParmigianaUS$19.00
Risotto of the Day
- M/P

Pasta

Fettuccine
Fresh Homemade Egg Pasta +$1
Pappardelle
Fresh Homemade Egg Pasta +$1
Penne
Durum Wheat Semolina. Gluten Free Pasta +$3
Rigatoni
Durum Wheat Semolina. Gluten Free Pasta +$3
Spaghetti
Durum Wheat Semolina. Gluten Free Pasta +$3
Bucatini
Durum Wheat Semolina. Gluten Free Pasta +$3
Gnocchi
+$3
Gnocchi (Gluten Free)
+$4

Sauces

AmatricianaUS$18.00
Organic tomatoes, guanciale, onions, pecorino cheese
BologneseUS$19.00
Ground Angus beef, tomatoes
CarbonaraUS$19.00
Egg, pecorino, guanciale
Due PomodoriUS$17.00
Oragnic tomatoes, garlic, basil
PestoUS$19.00
24 month aged parmigiano, evoo, basil, pinenuts. Contains nuts
Buona ForchettaUS$17.00
Cream, egg, parmigano, spicy marinara, black pepper
Cacio e PepeUS$17.00
Pecorino cheese, black pepper

Toppings

SausageUS$4.00
ChickenUS$4.00
Polpette
- 2 PiecesUS$6.00
Shrimp
- 3 PiecesUS$8.00
Italian PorciniUS$6.00
Seasonal VeggieUS$5.00
Burrata CheeseUS$6.00
RicottaUS$3.00
Fresh MozzarellaUS$3.00

Cucina Vegana

See our vegan and vegetarian section under pizza

Insalata VeganaUS$13.00
Organic baby spinach, chickpeas, cranberry, quinoa, Italian balsamic dressing
Tagliere VeganoUS$18.00
Serves 2-3 people. Grilled organic vegetables, marinated artichokes, mixed imported olives, vegan nduja confit tomatoes
Rigatoni al PestoUS$18.00
Penne ai FunghiUS$18.00

Pizza

Make Gluten Free +$3, Vegan Mozzarella +$2

Classiche Napoletane STG

MargheritaUS$13.00
San marzano tomatoes, mozzarella, basil, evoo
MarinaraUS$11.00
San marzano tomatoes, oregano, garlic, grape tomatoes
Regina MargheritaUS$16.00
Mozzarella di bufala, grape tomatoes, basil, parmigiano
PuttanescaUS$15.00
Mozzarella, capers, anchovies, olives, San marzano tomatoes
PacchiatellaUS$19.00
Piennolo tomatoes, mozzarella di bufala, evoo, basil

Vegana and Vegetarian

$17. Your choice of mozzarella or vegan cheese, and / or tomato sauce

Piera
Pesto, grape tomatoes, caramelized onions, mushrooms
Gabriele
Spinach, porcini, grape tomatoes
Guido
Potatoes, mushrooms, zucchini
Vittoria
Zucchini, grape tomatoes, artichokes, pesto
Jackson
Artichokes, arugula, grape tomato, onion, olive
Enzo
Rapini, olives, potato, onion

Rosse

SofiaUS$17.00
Mozzarella, prosciutto cotto, artichokes, mushrooms
SergioUS$19.00
Mozzarella di bufala, prosciutto, baby arugula, shaved parmigiano
AugustaUS$17.00
Mozzarella, eggplant, zucchini, bell peppers, grape tomatoes
NicolaUS$19.00
Mozzarella, mushrooms, prosciutto di parma, truffle oil
DanielaUS$17.00
Mozzarella di bufala, brie, smoked prosciutto
AngelaUS$15.00
Mozzarella, spicy salame calabrese
BrunaUS$19.00
Mozzarella, sausage, pepperoni, spicy salame
MartinaUS$19.00
Mozzarella, pepperoni, red onion, oregano, crushed red pepper, arugula, truffle oil, parmesan
JunaUS$19.00
Mozzarella, pepperoni, sausage, mushroom, spicy honey
GiuliaUS$18.00
Mozzarella, spicy salami, onion, sausage, bell pepper, spicy honey

Calzoni

Gluten free not available

IndiaUS$16.00
Prosciutto cotto, ricotta, mozzarella, grape tomatoes
KiraUS$17.00
Mozzarella, fennel sausage, ricotta, tomato sauce
EzioUS$19.00
Mozzrella, brie, prosciutto, baby arugula, shaved parmigiano
DarrellUS$17.00
Prosciutto cotto, mushrooms, ricotta cheese, fried
AscanioUS$17.00
Mozzarella, ricotta, pancetta, provola, fried

Le Bianche

No Sauce

AndreaUS$17.00
Provola, roasted potatoes, sausage, parmigiano
LeviUS$18.00
Mozzarella di bufala, prosciutto di parma, cherry tomatoes
MarisaUS$18.00
Mozzarella, pesto, ricotta, grape tomatoes, pine nuts
BarbaraUS$18.00
Mozzarella di bufala, provola, gorgonzola, parmigiano
IsabellaUS$18.00
Mozzarella di bufala, sundried tomatoes, onions, goat cheese
MichelleUS$17.00
Caramelized onions, gorgonzola, speck, mozzarella
CaterinaUS$18.00
Brie, smoked salmon, grape tomatoes, mozzarella
GemmaUS$15.00
Mozzerlla di bufala, ricotta, shrimp, grape tomatoes
AlexaUS$18.00
Provola, fennel sausage, rapini
AldoUS$19.00
Provola, pancetta, egg, truffle oil
TeepooUS$17.00
Mozzarella, prosciutto cotto, artichokes, mushrooms, ricotta
LinaUS$19.00
Pepperoni, nduja, mozzarella, stracciata, spicy honey

Le Fritte Fried Pizza

$17. Gluten free not available

Amanda
Provola, ricotta, prosciutto di parma
Rebecca
Mozzarella, prosciutto cotto, mushrooms
Jeff
Provola, pancetta, cherry tomato, baby arugula

Pizza Gourmet

$22. No Sauce

Alessandro
Provola, sausage, prosciutto cotto, porcini
Luigina
Porcini, provola, prosciutto, truffle oil
Giuseppe
Mozzarella, porcini, spicy salame, calabrese, baby arugula, shaved parmigiano
Claudia
Pancetta, brie, arugula, provola, truffle oil
Jim
Smoked salmon, provola, olives, capers, arugula, sun-dried tomatoes
Agnese
Gorgonzola, smoked prosciutto, parmesan, walnuts, arugula, spicy honey

Sides

Rapini with Roasted GarlicUS$6.00
Roasted Baby PotatoesUS$6.00
Sauteed MushroomsUS$6.00

Housemade Dolci

TiramisuUS$10.00
Delizia di BoscoUS$10.00
Gelato HousemadeUS$10.00
Panna CottaUS$10.00
CannoliUS$10.00
Chocolate MousseUS$10.00
Straccetti DolciUS$10.00
Millefoglie della NonnaUS$10.00

Beer

Draft

Buona Forchetta, Blonde
Buona Forchetta, West Coast IPA
Rotating Micro Brewed Handles
Ask your server about our local selection

Bottles

Peroni, PilsnerUS$7.00
Mastri Birrai Umbri (Blonde or Red) Italian Craft BeerUS$9.00

Bellinis

Bellinis
- GlassUS$10.00

Featured Wine

House Red WineUS$9.00
House White WineUS$8.00

Dessert Wine

Tawny Port Taylor 10 Year, PortugalUS$13.00
Ruby Port Fonseca LBV, PortugalUS$11.00
Moscato d'Asti Fontanafredda, PiedmontUS$10.00

Non-Alcoholic

CoffeeUS$3.00
MochaUS$4.00
EspressoUS$3.50
CappuccinoUS$4.00
LatteUS$4.00
Iced TeaUS$3.00
Hot TeaUS$3.00
Can SodaUS$3.00
AranciataUS$4.00
LimonataUS$4.00
Mexican CokeUS$4.00
PannaUS$6.00
San PellegrinoUS$6.00

Organic Italian Soda

Cola
Lemonade
Pomegranate
Blood Orange
Ginger Beer
Ginger Ale

Vino

Sparkling Wine

Prosecco - Zonin - VenetoUS$10.00
Rose Prosecco - Torresella - VenetoUS$11.00
Italian Sparkling - Ferrari - TrentoUS$55.00
Franciacorta - Ca' Del Bosco - LombardyUS$65.00

White Wine

Pinot Grigio - Santa Margherita - Alto AdigeUS$58.00
Pinot Grigio - Santi - Valdadige, VenetoUS$10.00
Gavi - Banfi "Principessa" PiedmontUS$10.00
Vermentino - Rocca di Montemassi - TuscanyUS$10.00
Falanghina - Villa Matilde - CampaniaUS$11.00
Chardonnay - Raeburn - Russian RiverUS$12.00
Chardonnay - Sonoma Cutrer - SonomaUS$47.00
Sauvignon Blanc - DAOU - Paso RoblesUS$11.00
Rose - Bieler "Sabine" Provence, FranceUS$10.00
Riesling - Bex - Nahe, GermanyUS$10.00
Sauvignon Blanc - Babich - Marlborough, New ZealandUS$39.00

Red Wine

Valpolicella - Masi "Bonacosta" VenetoUS$10.00
Amarone - Cesari - VenetoUS$92.00
Barbera - Fontanafredda "Briccotondo" PiedmontUS$10.00
Barbera - Michele Chiarlo "Cipressi" PiedmontUS$51.00
Nebbiolo d'Alba - Bruno Giacosa - PiedmontUS$75.00
Barolo - Fontanafredda "Serralunga" PiedmontUS$85.00
Barbaresco - Batasiolo - PiedmontUS$85.00
Super Tuscan - Tenuta Sette Cieli "Yantra" TuscanyUS$52.00
Super Tuscan - Le Volte by Ornellaia - TuscanyUS$59.00
Super Tuscan - Ornellaia - Bolgheri, TuscanyUS$350.00
Super Tuscan - Biserno "Insoglio del Cinghiale" TuscanyUS$75.00
Super Tuscan - Sassicaia - Bolgheri, TuscanyUS$390.00
Brunello Di Montalcino - Val di Suga - TuscanyUS$99.00
Chianti Classico - Castello d'Albola - TuscanyUS$12.00
Chianti Riserva - Tenuta di Nozzole - TuscanyUS$52.00
Sangiovese - San Polo "Rubio" TuscanyUS$11.00
Montepulciano - Masciarelli - AbruzzoUS$10.00
Primitivo - Masseria Altemura - PugliaUS$38.00
Nero d'Avola - Planeta - SicilyUS$36.00
Pinot Noir - Walt "La Brisa" SonomaUS$72.00
Cabernet Sauvignon - St. Francis - SonomaUS$46.00
Cabernet Sauvignon - Sequoia Grove - NapaUS$86.00
Cabernet Sauvignon - Substance "Elemental" WashingtonUS$12.00
Merlot - Spellbound - CaliforniaUS$10.00
Zinfandel - Artezin - MendocinoUS$35.00
Red Blend "Pessimist" by DAOU - Paso RoblesUS$13.00
Pinot Noir - Sokol Blosser "Evolution" OregonUS$11.00
Malbec - Ben Marco - Mendoza, ArgentinaUS$11.00
Tempranillo - El Coto - Rioja, SpainUS$35.00

What 592 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.7

4.7 based on recent ratings

4.7Food
4.7Service
4.4Ambience
4.6Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

North San Diego
Healthy
North San Diego
Italian

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Buona Forchetta Encinitas offers "outstanding" Italian cuisine with a focus on authentic flavors and "excellent gluten-free options." Patrons rave about their "great service" and "delicious pizzas and pasta." While some find it noisy, the lively atmosphere adds charm. Perfect for special occasions or casual dining, it's a beloved local gem.

592 Reviews

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Kathleen
VIP
San Diego
175 reviews
5.0
175 reviews
Dined today
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Always excellent in every way. Our server, Chris, just perfect. This is the third time in a row we have had Chris as our server. Wish there were more like him!!
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Ken
VIP
New York City
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
Great food! Felt a little rushed to have pasta come out at the same time as the apps. But the servers were all very nice and we loved everything we ate.
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Frank
San Diego
12 reviews
4.0
12 reviews
Dined 4 days ago
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 3
Another great meal but didn’t have the anchovy pizza my wife loved
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Noelle
San Diego
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Always a 10/10 experience. Gluten free pizza is to die for and service is quick.
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Richard
VIP
San Diego
24 reviews
5.0
24 reviews
Dined on 19 December 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
We heard that their gluten-free pizza was good. We were pleased to find that it was better than most we have tried in San Diego. Crust had better taste and better texture. As with most gluten-free crust it was more difficult than pizza dough to cut with a knife, but eating a slice held by hand worked very well. The menu was filled with choices. We liked the atmosphere at Buona Forchetta and we especially liked the attentive help we received as first time customers. We definitely will be coming back. Next time we will try the gluten-free pasta and gnocchi.
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Kathleen
VIP
San Diego
175 reviews
5.0
175 reviews
Dined on 15 December 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Wonderful as always…….but, the restaurant needs new chairs and more comfortable seating period.
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Ericka
San Diego
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on 14 December 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Excellent food, wine and service. Intimate dining inside and out. Tables are close together but not on top of each other. Heaters outside so patio dining was really nice.
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kim
San Diego
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 11 December 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
food and service are always great. It Is winter in southern California, so wear a sweater. Great spot! There is a reason that they are able to add more locations. always great specials and wine specials as well.
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Nick
VIP
San Diego
37 reviews
5.0
37 reviews
Dined on 8 December 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
As usual, the outside seating was comfy, quiet, warmed by heaters and pleasant. Service was fine. We have always loved Buona Forchetta both on 30th and more recently in Encinitas. Last night our pizza came out cool, with the cheese not fully heated up to temp. We ate the first couple pieces, and they were ok, but not hot. When we asked for the rest of to be heated up, the waiter said he could not because it would fall apart. So we warmed it as well as we could in the hot iron pan our broccolini came in. So if you get a pizza that is not truly hot when you get it, I’d recommend saying something right away to the waiter before eating the first piece. I’m sorry we didn’t ask right away.
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Amber
VIP
Los Angeles
25 reviews
5.0
25 reviews
Dined on 7 December 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
I’m a regular here and always thoroughly enjoy the experience as much as the food. Highly recommend!
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FAQs

Buona Forchetta Encinitas offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (760) 704-8070.

Buona Forchetta Encinitas is rated 4.7 stars by 592 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a booking

2 people

29 Dec 2024

19:00

Booked 55 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Buona Forchetta Encinitas

250 N Coast Hwy 101, Encinitas, CA 92024-3260

Dining areas

Additional information

Cross Street
at Marcheta St
Area
Encinitas
Hours of Operation
Mon–Fri 12:00–15:00 Mon–Thu 17:00–21:00 Fri 17:00–22:00 Sat 12:00–22:00 Sun 12:00–21:00
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Italian, Pizza Bar, Wine Bar
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Business Casual
Parking details
Street Parking
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Delivery, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeaway, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
https://buonaforchettasd.com/buona-forchetta-encinitas/
Phone number
(760) 704-8070

Buona Forchetta Encinitas

Make a booking

Order delivery or takeout

Dining areas

Additional information

Pappardelle

Spaghetti

Marinara

Antipasti

Burrata CapreseUS$17.00

MontanaraUS$10.00

ArtichokesUS$16.00

Calamari FrittiUS$18.00

Eggplant TortinoUS$13.00

PolpettineUS$13.00

BruschettoneUS$13.00

Tagliere MistoUS$20.00

FocacciaUS$6.00

Zuppa del GiornoUS$8.00

Insalate

FattoreUS$10.00

SottoterraUS$13.00

ToscanaUS$14.00

PolipoUS$19.00

Beet SaladUS$13.00

RadiccihioUS$14.00

Specialty Pasta

Lasagna BologneseUS$20.00

Lasagna VegeterianaUS$20.00

Ravioli of the Day

Eggplant ParmigianaUS$19.00

Risotto of the Day

Pasta

Fettuccine

Pappardelle

Penne

Rigatoni

Spaghetti

Bucatini

Gnocchi

Gnocchi (Gluten Free)

Sauces

AmatricianaUS$18.00

BologneseUS$19.00

CarbonaraUS$19.00

Due PomodoriUS$17.00

PestoUS$19.00

Buona ForchettaUS$17.00

Cacio e PepeUS$17.00

Toppings

SausageUS$4.00

ChickenUS$4.00

Polpette

Shrimp

Italian PorciniUS$6.00

Seasonal VeggieUS$5.00

Burrata CheeseUS$6.00

RicottaUS$3.00

Fresh MozzarellaUS$3.00

Cucina Vegana

Insalata VeganaUS$13.00

Tagliere VeganoUS$18.00

Rigatoni al PestoUS$18.00

Penne ai FunghiUS$18.00

Pizza

Classiche Napoletane STG

MargheritaUS$13.00

MarinaraUS$11.00

Regina MargheritaUS$16.00

PuttanescaUS$15.00

PacchiatellaUS$19.00

Vegana and Vegetarian

Piera

Gabriele

Guido

Vittoria

Jackson

Enzo

Rosse

SofiaUS$17.00