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Bencotto Italian Kitchen, San Diego, CA
Bencotto Italian Kitchen, San Diego, CA
Bencotto Italian Kitchen, San Diego, CA
Bencotto Italian Kitchen, San Diego, CA
Bencotto Italian Kitchen, San Diego, CA

Bencotto Italian Kitchen

4.6
4.6
3359 Reviews
$31 to $50
Italian

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2 people
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7:00 pm
Booked 65 times today
  • Good for special occasions
  • Charming
  • Lively
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
  • 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.
  • Delivery & takeout
    Order direct
  • 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, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeaway, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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What 3,359 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
  • 4.3Value

Noise • Moderate

Review summary

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Bencotto Italian Kitchen in San Diego's Little Italy is celebrated for its "amazing homemade pasta" and "exceptional food." Guests rave about the "cheese wheel pasta" and commend the "excellent service" and "wonderful atmosphere." While some note noise levels, the overall experience remains "phenomenal" and a "must visit" for Italian cuisine enthusiasts.
3,359 Reviews

  1. Nathalie

    San Diego1 review

    5.0

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Food was amazing! The birthday dessert was a plus! Made the birthday girl feel very happy!

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  2. Mark VIP

    Las Vegas13 reviews

    3.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 3
    The food is decent ,but nothing special. They charge 1.99% for non cash transactions. It’s an ankle biter that ensures I don’t return. Do away with fee and increase the food prices. The other complaint is if your going to charge $18.00 for Cesar salad because of the Parmesan crisp it should be outstanding.

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  3. Taylor

    Los Angeles2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Will come back again if I ever come back to San Deigo, 1,000%. Absolutely delicious. The quality was superb and I can’t even tell you how delicious our food was. Definietly a modern and minimalistic ambiance, and the service staff was kind and efficient.

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  4. StevenM

    Philadelphia14 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The experience was great. Our server was kind and helpful. The food was some of the best I’ve ever had. Cheesewheel pasta - five stars. Tiramisu - 100 stars!

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  5. Don

    Phoenix12 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 17 March 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Wonderful food. We did the wheel of cheese with the pasta. Great experience. Jeff our waiter went the extra mile for our grandchildren even got food for them at their restaurant next door.

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  6. OpenTable Diner VIP

    San Diego23 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 15 March 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    Excellent service. Ordered the cheese wheel pasta and black squid ink fettuccine w pink sauce&shrimp. Both amazing

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  7. Julia

    Caribbean3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 15 March 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Our server was great! Service was quick and food was absolutely delicious! Mocktails were great too!

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  8. OpenTable Diner

    Naples4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 15 March 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great food and service. Will definitely return on my next visit to San Diego

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  9. OpenTable Diner

    Portland2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 14 March 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great service, outstanding food. Wish we didn’t get out upstairs but it wasn’t too bad. Overall it was very good and I’ll be coming back. Get the pappardelle with bolognese, along with the pesto burrata as the app.

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  10. Max VIP

    Calgary10 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 13 March 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Really happy about our dinner there. The cheese wheel pasta was excellent. Salmon was a touch overdone but otherwise service and other pastas were amazing.

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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 3359 OpenTable diners.

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

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Booked 65 times today
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 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, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeaway, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Delivery & takeout
    Order direct
  • 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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