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

587 Reviews

$30 and under

Italian

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2 people

17 Dec 2024

7:00 pm

Booked 40 times today

Neighbourhood gem
Charming
Gluten-free-friendly

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 pm–3:00 pm Mon–Thu 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Sat 12:00 pm–10:00 pm Sun 12:00 pm–9:00 pm
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, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeaway, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Popular dishes

Burrata CapreseUSD 17.00
Organic tomatoes, burrata, evoo, balsamic glaze
MontanaraUSD 10.00
Fried pizza bites, chef's creation
ArtichokesUSD 16.00
Artichoke hearts, fresh herbs, evoo
Calamari FrittiUSD 18.00
Fried calamari, marinara
Eggplant TortinoUSD 13.00
Eggplant, marinara, stracciata
PolpettineUSD 13.00
Beef and pork meatballs, tomato sauce, parmigiano, breadcrumbs
BruschettoneUSD 13.00
Chef's creation
Tagliere MistoUSD 20.00
Serves 2 people. Combination of artisanal cheeses and meats
FocacciaUSD 6.00
Rosemary, himalayan pink salt
Zuppa del GiornoUSD 8.00

Insalate

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

FattoreUSD 10.00
Mixed greens, grape tomatoes, walnuts, shaved parmigiano
SottoterraUSD 13.00
Carrots, fennel, parsnip, onions, mixed greens, goat cheese
ToscanaUSD 14.00
Chicken breast, pine nuts, goat cheese, spinach
PolipoUSD 19.00
Chef's Creation
Beet SaladUSD 13.00
Organic mixed greens, beets, lentils, goat cheese, parmigiano, balsamic
RadiccihioUSD 14.00
Radicchio and cauliflower salad, salumi picante, pine nuts, basil, ricotta salata, currant vinaigrette

Specialty Pasta

Lasagna BologneseUSD 20.00
Lasagna VegeterianaUSD 20.00
Ravioli of the Day
- M/P
Eggplant ParmigianaUSD 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

AmatricianaUSD 18.00
Organic tomatoes, guanciale, onions, pecorino cheese
BologneseUSD 19.00
Ground Angus beef, tomatoes
CarbonaraUSD 19.00
Egg, pecorino, guanciale
Due PomodoriUSD 17.00
Oragnic tomatoes, garlic, basil
PestoUSD 19.00
24 month aged parmigiano, evoo, basil, pinenuts. Contains nuts
Buona ForchettaUSD 17.00
Cream, egg, parmigano, spicy marinara, black pepper
Cacio e PepeUSD 17.00
Pecorino cheese, black pepper

Toppings

SausageUSD 4.00
ChickenUSD 4.00
Polpette
- 2 PiecesUSD 6.00
Shrimp
- 3 PiecesUSD 8.00
Italian PorciniUSD 6.00
Seasonal VeggieUSD 5.00
Burrata CheeseUSD 6.00
RicottaUSD 3.00
Fresh MozzarellaUSD 3.00

Cucina Vegana

See our vegan and vegetarian section under pizza

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

Pizza

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

Classiche Napoletane STG

MargheritaUSD 13.00
San marzano tomatoes, mozzarella, basil, evoo
MarinaraUSD 11.00
San marzano tomatoes, oregano, garlic, grape tomatoes
Regina MargheritaUSD 16.00
Mozzarella di bufala, grape tomatoes, basil, parmigiano
PuttanescaUSD 15.00
Mozzarella, capers, anchovies, olives, San marzano tomatoes
PacchiatellaUSD 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

SofiaUSD 17.00
Mozzarella, prosciutto cotto, artichokes, mushrooms
SergioUSD 19.00
Mozzarella di bufala, prosciutto, baby arugula, shaved parmigiano
AugustaUSD 17.00
Mozzarella, eggplant, zucchini, bell peppers, grape tomatoes
NicolaUSD 19.00
Mozzarella, mushrooms, prosciutto di parma, truffle oil
DanielaUSD 17.00
Mozzarella di bufala, brie, smoked prosciutto
AngelaUSD 15.00
Mozzarella, spicy salame calabrese
BrunaUSD 19.00
Mozzarella, sausage, pepperoni, spicy salame
MartinaUSD 19.00
Mozzarella, pepperoni, red onion, oregano, crushed red pepper, arugula, truffle oil, parmesan
JunaUSD 19.00
Mozzarella, pepperoni, sausage, mushroom, spicy honey
GiuliaUSD 18.00
Mozzarella, spicy salami, onion, sausage, bell pepper, spicy honey

Calzoni

Gluten free not available

IndiaUSD 16.00
Prosciutto cotto, ricotta, mozzarella, grape tomatoes
KiraUSD 17.00
Mozzarella, fennel sausage, ricotta, tomato sauce
EzioUSD 19.00
Mozzrella, brie, prosciutto, baby arugula, shaved parmigiano
DarrellUSD 17.00
Prosciutto cotto, mushrooms, ricotta cheese, fried
AscanioUSD 17.00
Mozzarella, ricotta, pancetta, provola, fried

Le Bianche

No Sauce

AndreaUSD 17.00
Provola, roasted potatoes, sausage, parmigiano
LeviUSD 18.00
Mozzarella di bufala, prosciutto di parma, cherry tomatoes
MarisaUSD 18.00
Mozzarella, pesto, ricotta, grape tomatoes, pine nuts
BarbaraUSD 18.00
Mozzarella di bufala, provola, gorgonzola, parmigiano
IsabellaUSD 18.00
Mozzarella di bufala, sundried tomatoes, onions, goat cheese
MichelleUSD 17.00
Caramelized onions, gorgonzola, speck, mozzarella
CaterinaUSD 18.00
Brie, smoked salmon, grape tomatoes, mozzarella
GemmaUSD 15.00
Mozzerlla di bufala, ricotta, shrimp, grape tomatoes
AlexaUSD 18.00
Provola, fennel sausage, rapini
AldoUSD 19.00
Provola, pancetta, egg, truffle oil
TeepooUSD 17.00
Mozzarella, prosciutto cotto, artichokes, mushrooms, ricotta
LinaUSD 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 GarlicUSD 6.00
Roasted Baby PotatoesUSD 6.00
Sauteed MushroomsUSD 6.00

Housemade Dolci

TiramisuUSD 10.00
Delizia di BoscoUSD 10.00
Gelato HousemadeUSD 10.00
Panna CottaUSD 10.00
CannoliUSD 10.00
Chocolate MousseUSD 10.00
Straccetti DolciUSD 10.00
Millefoglie della NonnaUSD 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, PilsnerUSD 7.00
Mastri Birrai Umbri (Blonde or Red) Italian Craft BeerUSD 9.00

Bellinis

Bellinis
- GlassUSD 10.00

Featured Wine

House Red WineUSD 9.00
House White WineUSD 8.00

Dessert Wine

Tawny Port Taylor 10 Year, PortugalUSD 13.00
Ruby Port Fonseca LBV, PortugalUSD 11.00
Moscato d'Asti Fontanafredda, PiedmontUSD 10.00

Non-Alcoholic

CoffeeUSD 3.00
MochaUSD 4.00
EspressoUSD 3.50
CappuccinoUSD 4.00
LatteUSD 4.00
Iced TeaUSD 3.00
Hot TeaUSD 3.00
Can SodaUSD 3.00
AranciataUSD 4.00
LimonataUSD 4.00
Mexican CokeUSD 4.00
PannaUSD 6.00
San PellegrinoUSD 6.00

Organic Italian Soda

Cola
Lemonade
Pomegranate
Blood Orange
Ginger Beer
Ginger Ale

Vino

Sparkling Wine

Prosecco - Zonin - VenetoUSD 10.00
Rose Prosecco - Torresella - VenetoUSD 11.00
Italian Sparkling - Ferrari - TrentoUSD 55.00
Franciacorta - Ca' Del Bosco - LombardyUSD 65.00

White Wine

Pinot Grigio - Santa Margherita - Alto AdigeUSD 58.00
Pinot Grigio - Santi - Valdadige, VenetoUSD 10.00
Gavi - Banfi "Principessa" PiedmontUSD 10.00
Vermentino - Rocca di Montemassi - TuscanyUSD 10.00
Falanghina - Villa Matilde - CampaniaUSD 11.00
Chardonnay - Raeburn - Russian RiverUSD 12.00
Chardonnay - Sonoma Cutrer - SonomaUSD 47.00
Sauvignon Blanc - DAOU - Paso RoblesUSD 11.00
Rose - Bieler "Sabine" Provence, FranceUSD 10.00
Riesling - Bex - Nahe, GermanyUSD 10.00
Sauvignon Blanc - Babich - Marlborough, New ZealandUSD 39.00

Red Wine

Valpolicella - Masi "Bonacosta" VenetoUSD 10.00
Amarone - Cesari - VenetoUSD 92.00
Barbera - Fontanafredda "Briccotondo" PiedmontUSD 10.00
Barbera - Michele Chiarlo "Cipressi" PiedmontUSD 51.00
Nebbiolo d'Alba - Bruno Giacosa - PiedmontUSD 75.00
Barolo - Fontanafredda "Serralunga" PiedmontUSD 85.00
Barbaresco - Batasiolo - PiedmontUSD 85.00
Super Tuscan - Tenuta Sette Cieli "Yantra" TuscanyUSD 52.00
Super Tuscan - Le Volte by Ornellaia - TuscanyUSD 59.00
Super Tuscan - Ornellaia - Bolgheri, TuscanyUSD 350.00
Super Tuscan - Biserno "Insoglio del Cinghiale" TuscanyUSD 75.00
Super Tuscan - Sassicaia - Bolgheri, TuscanyUSD 390.00
Brunello Di Montalcino - Val di Suga - TuscanyUSD 99.00
Chianti Classico - Castello d'Albola - TuscanyUSD 12.00
Chianti Riserva - Tenuta di Nozzole - TuscanyUSD 52.00
Sangiovese - San Polo "Rubio" TuscanyUSD 11.00
Montepulciano - Masciarelli - AbruzzoUSD 10.00
Primitivo - Masseria Altemura - PugliaUSD 38.00
Nero d'Avola - Planeta - SicilyUSD 36.00
Pinot Noir - Walt "La Brisa" SonomaUSD 72.00
Cabernet Sauvignon - St. Francis - SonomaUSD 46.00
Cabernet Sauvignon - Sequoia Grove - NapaUSD 86.00
Cabernet Sauvignon - Substance "Elemental" WashingtonUSD 12.00
Merlot - Spellbound - CaliforniaUSD 10.00
Zinfandel - Artezin - MendocinoUSD 35.00
Red Blend "Pessimist" by DAOU - Paso RoblesUSD 13.00
Pinot Noir - Sokol Blosser "Evolution" OregonUSD 11.00
Malbec - Ben Marco - Mendoza, ArgentinaUSD 11.00
Tempranillo - El Coto - Rioja, SpainUSD 35.00

What 587 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
4.5Value

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.

587 Reviews

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Kathleen
VIP
San Diego
173 reviews
5.0
173 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
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 3 days ago
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 6 days ago
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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Jennifer
VIP
Raleigh
18 reviews
5.0
18 reviews
Dined on 2 December 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Super nice owner from Italy!!! The artichokes on the appetizers are to do die for!! Great homemade pasta, fantastic wines and good heaters to still be able to enjoy the outside!
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Kristen
San Diego
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 1 December 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
A great romantic spot that is kid friendly. The food was amazing and had a lot of dairy free options
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Carolyn
VIP
Phoenix
6 reviews
5.0
6 reviews
Dined on 1 December 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We are never disappointed in the food quality and exceptional authentic Italian cuisine.
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Lorin
VIP
San Diego
60 reviews
5.0
60 reviews
Dined on 23 November 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Always a favorite! Look forward to great ambience and delicious food.
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Bella
San Diego
2 reviews
1.0
2 reviews
Dined on 17 November 2024
1. Overall 1
2. Food 1
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 3
Review for Buona Forchetta We went to Buona Forchetta to celebrate my sister’s birthday, excited for a special dinner, but unfortunately, it turned out to be a truly horrible experience. From the start, service was lacking. It took far too long just to get water after being seated, and the bread they brought was stale. Things went downhill from there. We ordered the Brussels sprouts, only to find two long hairs wrapped in them. There was no apology from the staff, and when they brought a replacement, they were just as bad—undercooked and tasted overwhelmingly like boiled vinegar. It literally looked like a cup of boiled vinegar. I cannot believe anyone would serve that. The prosciutto was soggy and raw-looking, making it completely inedible. My sister ordered the carbonara, and it was a disaster—it tasted awful and looked unappetizing. I requested a side of hot oil, but it never arrived. To top it off, not a single staff member checked on our table to ask how the food was. When it came time for dessert, the wait for menus was so long that we had to pull up the menu on our phones. The Nutella dessert was chewy and disgusting. There was a tiny dab of Nutella and a couple pieces of fruit. It made the dish dry and left a lot to be desired. Again, not one person. Getting the check was just as painful—it took over 20 minutes. The attitude of our server was awful. We were smiley and friendly and he was grumpy from the moment we sat down. Maybe he is having a bad day, but it isn't right to take it out on paying customers that are there to celebrate a special occasion. We’ve been regulars at this location since it opened, but after this shockingly bad experience with both the food and service, we won’t be returning. A deeply disappointing evening for what should have been a special occasion.
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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 587 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a booking

2 people

17 Dec 2024

7:00 pm

Booked 40 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 pm–3:00 pm Mon–Thu 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Sat 12:00 pm–10:00 pm Sun 12:00 pm–9:00 pm
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, 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 CapreseUSD 17.00

MontanaraUSD 10.00

ArtichokesUSD 16.00

Calamari FrittiUSD 18.00

Eggplant TortinoUSD 13.00

PolpettineUSD 13.00

BruschettoneUSD 13.00

Tagliere MistoUSD 20.00

FocacciaUSD 6.00

Zuppa del GiornoUSD 8.00

Insalate

FattoreUSD 10.00

SottoterraUSD 13.00

ToscanaUSD 14.00

PolipoUSD 19.00

Beet SaladUSD 13.00

RadiccihioUSD 14.00

Specialty Pasta

Lasagna BologneseUSD 20.00

Lasagna VegeterianaUSD 20.00

Ravioli of the Day

Eggplant ParmigianaUSD 19.00

Risotto of the Day

Pasta

Fettuccine

Pappardelle

Penne

Rigatoni

Spaghetti

Bucatini

Gnocchi

Gnocchi (Gluten Free)

Sauces

AmatricianaUSD 18.00

BologneseUSD 19.00

CarbonaraUSD 19.00

Due PomodoriUSD 17.00

PestoUSD 19.00

Buona ForchettaUSD 17.00

Cacio e PepeUSD 17.00

Toppings

SausageUSD 4.00

ChickenUSD 4.00

Polpette

Shrimp

Italian PorciniUSD 6.00

Seasonal VeggieUSD 5.00

Burrata CheeseUSD 6.00

RicottaUSD 3.00

Fresh MozzarellaUSD 3.00

Cucina Vegana

Insalata VeganaUSD 13.00

Tagliere VeganoUSD 18.00

Rigatoni al PestoUSD 18.00

Penne ai FunghiUSD 18.00

Pizza

Classiche Napoletane STG

MargheritaUSD 13.00

MarinaraUSD 11.00

Regina MargheritaUSD 16.00

PuttanescaUSD 15.00

PacchiatellaUSD 19.00

Vegana and Vegetarian

Piera

Gabriele

Guido

Vittoria

Jackson

Enzo

Rosse

SofiaUSD 17.00