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Bencotto Italian Kitchen, San Diego, CA

Bencotto Italian Kitchen

4.6
4.6
3323 Reviews
$31 to $50
Italian

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 81 times today
  • Good for special occasions
  • Neighborhood 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 4:00 pm–9:30 pm Tue–Sun 12:00 pm–9:30 pm Happy Hour Tue–Sun 3:00 pm–5:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (619) 450-4786
  • 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.
  • Neighborhood
    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, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 3,323 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
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.5Service
  • 4.4Ambience
  • 4.3Value

NoiseModerate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Bencotto Italian Kitchen offers an authentic Italian dining experience in San Diego's Little Italy. Patrons rave about the "best pasta in little italy," highlighting standout dishes like the cheese wheel pasta and osso buco. The restaurant boasts "excellent service" and a cozy atmosphere, making it a top choice for special occasions and casual meals alike.

3,323 Reviews
  1. Lexi

    Los Angeles

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined today

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The food was absolutely delicious. And we had a great experience And our waiter was so accommodating and knowledgeable of the questions we asked. Definitely will come back!

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  2. Russell

    San Diego

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Food was exceptional. Birthday girl got a gelato. Cosmopolitan was too sour. Pasta was perfection

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  3. Rosi

    VIP

    Los Angeles

    8 reviews

    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Bencotto has become our favorite place for cheese wheel pasta it truly is amazing. The servers are always very attentive and pleasant.

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  4. Alex

    Chicago

    3 reviews

    3.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Came to celebrate daughter’s birthday. Started with bottle of wine. Calamari as app which was just meh. All got pasta dishes which were just meh as well (including signature special cheese wheel pasta-mushrooms, truffle oil and cavatelli). Did not get anything special for daughter’s birthday except for a verbal acknowledgment. Service was excellent. Would I go back? Maybe if all the menu prices were 25% less.

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  5. Sue

    San Francisco

    15 reviews

    3.0

    15 reviews

    Dined on January 15, 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 3
    Great location, and loved the fresh pasta options.

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  6. Arion T.

    San Diego

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on January 12, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    I think the food and service is really wonderful. They enjoy going there. 

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  7. OpenTable Diner

    San Diego

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on January 11, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Food was excellent!! And my server was absolutely amazing very attentive even though it was busy! I would definitely recommend:)

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  8. Olesya

    VIP

    Los Angeles

    8 reviews

    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on January 11, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    By far, the best italian ravioli and pasta we’ve had in the US.

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  9. Elliot

    Salt Lake City

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on January 11, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    First visit to this place and was very satisfied with my experience. Got a table for one, outside next to walkway. Was a Friday evening around 5:30 and during my ~1.5 hours there the ambiance was very pleasant - not loud. Could have been different indoors so not too sure there. I had the fried squid for appetizers and then the crab tortellini which both, were very delicious. Ended with the tiramisu - amazing. My server, Dave was very professional as well as the other assistants who brought food, water, and cleared my table. Wonderful place to eat and will be eating there again during my next stay.

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  10. Jeremy

    VIP

    San Diego

    66 reviews

    5.0

    66 reviews

    Dined on January 9, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Continues to be reliably one of the best Italian restaurants in San Diego

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FAQs

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

Bencotto Italian Kitchen is rated 4.6 stars by 3323 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 81 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.
  • Neighborhood
    Little Italy
  • Hours of operation
    Mon 4:00 pm–9:30 pm Tue–Sun 12:00 pm–9:30 pm Happy Hour Tue–Sun 3:00 pm–5:00 pm
  • 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, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • 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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