Bencotto Italian Kitchen

4.5

3285 Reviews

$31 to $50

Italian

Make a reservation

2 people

Nov 23, 2024

7:00 PM

Booked 58 times today

Good for special occasions
Great for outdoor dining
Neighborhood 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.

Order delivery or takeout

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
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
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

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What 3,285 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.5

4.5 based on recent ratings

4.6Food
4.5Service
4.4Ambience
4.3Value

Noise • Moderate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

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.

3,285 Reviews

V
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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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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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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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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Danielle
Mobile
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on November 16, 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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Elizabeth
San Diego
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on November 12, 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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Madalyn
San Diego
155 reviews
vip
5.0
155 reviews
Dined on November 11, 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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Rachel
San Diego
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on November 11, 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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Josh
Orange County
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on November 3, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Lasagne was a great portion and the tagliatelle a la ragú was incredible. The lamb was so tender!
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RebeccaB
Denver
6 reviews
4.0
6 reviews
Dined on November 2, 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
We had to try the cheese wheel pasta and it was wonderful!!!
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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 4.5 stars by 3285 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people

Nov 23, 2024

7:00 PM

Booked 58 times today

Order delivery or takeout

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

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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Bencotto Italian Kitchen

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

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What 3,285 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Review summary

FAQs

Does Bencotto Italian Kitchen offer delivery through OpenTable or takeout?

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Is Bencotto Italian Kitchen currently accepting reservations?

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

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