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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
3363 Reviews
$31 to $50
Italian

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2 people
19:00
Booked 50 times today
  • Good for special occasions
  • Charming
  • Neighbourhood 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.

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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
  • 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
  • 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
    Gluten-free Options, Patio/Outdoor Dining

What 3,363 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
  • 4.6Service
  • 4.4Ambience
  • 4.3Value

NoiseModerate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Bencotto Italian Kitchen in San Diego's Little Italy offers an exceptional dining experience with "excellent authentic Italian food" and "superb service." The cheese wheel pasta is a must-try, and the ambiance is "modern and minimalistic." Despite occasional noise, the "food is amazing," making it a favorite for locals and visitors alike.
3,363 Reviews
  1. Joshua

    San Diego1 review

    1.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 3
    I had made reservations right when I got there advised the host that I wanted a patio seat placed it to the order and my seat was not called until five minutes after my reservation and they immediately want to upstairs, but I wanted a patio seat and there was multiple patio seats, but they did not give me one and I was confused to why

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    San Francisco3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    All the foods we experienced were delicious. The service was fantastic. The ossobucco could have been a little bigger, but the flavor was amazing.

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  3. Douglas

    Denver3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    The dining experience was just what I hoped it would be. The food was out of site delicious. The service was first class. I would highly recommend this restaurant to anyone looking for fabulous food and a great time.

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  4. Nathalie

    San Diego1 review

    5.0

    Dined on 24 March 2025

    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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  5. Mark VIP

    Las Vegas13 reviews

    3.0

    Dined on 23 March 2025

    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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  6. OpenTable Diner

    Minneapolis1 review

    5.0

    Dined on 23 March 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent authentic Italian food. Service was also superb.

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  7. Taylor

    Los Angeles2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 22 March 2025

    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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  8. StevenM

    Philadelphia14 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 18 March 2025

    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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  9. Don

    Phoenix13 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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  10. 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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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 3363 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a booking

2 people
19:00
Booked 50 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
    Gluten-free Options, Patio/Outdoor Dining
  • Delivery & takeout
  • Phone number
  • 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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