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Buona Forchetta

$30 and under

Italian

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2 people

25 Dec 2024

19:00

Booked 39 times today

Neighbourhood gem
Great for outdoor dining
Lively

Buona Forchetta started in 2011 as a craving of Matteo’s to bring some of his native Italy to our adopted home of South Park. We found the perfect corner and built the perfect oven. Since then, we’ve strived to deliver an exceptional and authentic Italian experience to our customers keeping our focus on the simple recipes that Matteo grew up on. We owe a huge “grazie” to our neighbors who have joined us on this awesome journey, and we hope that you will continue to be part of our story.

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From the OpenTable editors: This easygoing Italian restaurant has five locations all over San Diego that specialize in Neapolitan-style pizzas and northern Italian staples. It’s loved by the area’s families for kid-friendly touches: Pasta dishes can be ordered in smaller portions, and the restaurant’s Liberty Station location has two play areas, plus a vintage red Fiat converted into a dining table.

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Italian, Pizzeria
Hours of Operation
Lunch Mon–Fri 12:00 pm–3:00 pm Lunch/Dinner Sat 12:00 pm–10:00 pm Sun 12:00 pm–9:30 pm Dinner Mon–Thu 5:00 pm–9:30 pm Fri 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
Phone number
(619) 381-4844
Website
https://buonaforchettasd.com/buona-forchetta-south-park/
Dress code
Casual Dress

Location
3001 Beech St, San Diego, CA 92102
Area
South Park
Parking details
None
Additional
Dog Friendly, Patio/Outdoor Dining

Popular dishes

Burrata CapreseUS$17.00
Organic tomatoes, burrata, evoo, balsamic glaze
MontanaraUS$10.00
Fried pizza bites, chef's creation
ArtichokesUS$16.00
Artichoke hearts, fresh herbs, evoo
Calamari FrittiUS$18.00
Fried calamari, marinara
Eggplant TortinoUS$13.00
Eggplant, marinara, stracciata
PolpettineUS$13.00
Beef and pork meatballs, tomato sauce, parmigiano, breadcrumbs
BruschettoneUS$13.00
Chef's creation
Tagliere MistoUS$20.00
Serves 2 people. Combination of artisanal cheeses and meats
FocacciaUS$6.00
Rosemary, Himalayan pink salt
Zuppa del GiornoUS$8.00

Insalate

Add prosciutto $5, chicken $4, shrimp $8, smoked salmon $8, burrata $6, vegan mozzarella $3

FattoreUS$10.00
Mixed greens, grape tomatoes, walnuts, shaved parmigiano
SottoterraUS$13.00
Carrots, fennel, parsnip, onions, mixed greens, goat cheese
ToscanaUS$14.00
Chicken breast, pine nuts, goat cheese, spinach
PolipoUS$19.00
Chef's Creation
Beet SaladUS$13.00
Organic mixed greens, beets, lentils, goat cheese, parmigiano, balsamic
RadicchioUS$14.00
Radicchio and cauliflower salad, salumi picante, pine nuts, basil, ricotta salata, currant vinaigrette

Specialty Pasta

Lasagna BologneseUS$20.00
Lasagna VegeterianaUS$20.00
Ravioli of the Day
- M/P
Eggplant ParmigianaUS$19.00
Risotto of the Day
- M/P

Pasta

Fresh Homemade Egg PastaUS$1.00
Fettuccine, Pappardelle
Durum Wheat Semolina
Penne, Rigatoni, Spaghetti, Bucatini
Gluten Free PastaUS$3.00
Gnocchi ($3), Gnocchi (Gluten Free) ($4)

Sauces

AmatricianaUS$18.00
Organic tomatoes, guanciale, onions, pecorino cheese
BologneseUS$19.00
Ground Angus beef, tomatoes
CarbonaraUS$19.00
Egg, pecorino, guanciale
Due PomodoriUS$17.00
Oragnic tomatoes, garlic, basil
PestoUS$19.00
24 month aged parmigiano, evoo, basil, pinenuts; contains nuts
Buona ForchettaUS$17.00
Cream, egg, parmigano, spicy marinara, black pepper
Cacio e PepeUS$17.00
Pecorino cheese, black pepper

Cucina Vegana

See our vegan and vegetarian section under pizza

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

Toppings

SausageUS$4.00
ChickenUS$4.00
Polpette (2 Pieces)US$6.00
Shrimp (3 Pieces)US$8.00
Italian PorciniUS$6.00
Seasonal VeggieUS$5.00
Burrata CheeseUS$6.00
RicottaUS$3.00
Fresh MozzarellaUS$3.00

Pizza

Make it gluten free +$3, vegan mozzarella +$2

Classiche Napoletane STG

MargheritaUS$13.00
San marzano tomatoes, mozzarella, basil, evoo
MarinaraUS$11.00
San marzano tomatoes, oregano, garlic, grape tomatoes
Regina MargheritaUS$16.00
Mozzarella di bufala, grape tomatoes, basil, parmigiano
PuttanescaUS$15.00
Mozzarella, capers, anchovies, olives, San marzano tomatoes
PacchiatellaUS$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

SofiaUS$17.00
Mozzarella, prosciutto cotto, artichokes, mushrooms
SergioUS$19.00
Mozzarella di bufala, prosciutto, baby arugula, shaved parmigiano
AugustaUS$17.00
Mozzarella, eggplant, zucchini, bell peppers, grape tomatoes
NicolaUS$19.00
Mozzarella, mushrooms, prosciutto di parma, truffle oil
DanielaUS$17.00
Mozzarella di bufala, brie, smoked prosciutto
AngelaUS$15.00
Mozzarella, spicy salame calabrese
BrunaUS$19.00
Mozzarella, sausage, pepperoni, spicy salame
MartinaUS$19.00
Mozzarella, pepperoni, red onion, oregano, crushed red pepper, arugula, truffle oil, parmesan
JunaUS$19.00
Mozzarella, pepperoni, sausage, mushroom, spicy honey
GiuliaUS$18.00
Mozzarella, spicy salami, onion, sausage, bell pepper, spicy honey

Calzoni

Gluten free not available

IndiaUS$16.00
Prosciutto cotto, ricotta, mozzarella, grape tomatoes
KiraUS$17.00
Mozzarella, fennel sausage, ricotta, tomato sauce
EzioUS$19.00
Mozzrella, brie, prosciutto, baby arugula, shaved parmigiano
DarrellUS$17.00
Prosciutto cotto, mushrooms, ricotta cheese fried
AscanioUS$17.00
Mozzarella, ricotta, pancetta, provola fried

Le Bianche - No Sauce

AndreaUS$17.00
Provola, roasted potatoes, sausage, parmigiano
LeviUS$18.00
Mozzarella di bufala, prosciutto di parma, cherry tomatoes
MarisaUS$18.00
Mozzarella, pesto, ricotta, grape tomatoes, pine nuts
BarbaraUS$18.00
Mozzarella di bufala, provola, gorgonzola, parmigiano
IsabellaUS$18.00
Mozzarella di bufala, sundried tomatoes, onions, goat cheese
MichelleUS$17.00
Caramelized onions, gorgonzola, speck, mozzarella
CaterinaUS$18.00
Brie, smoked salmon, grape tomatoes, mozzarella
GemmaUS$15.00
Mozzerlla di bufala, ricotta, shrimp, grape tomatoes
AlexaUS$18.00
Provola, fennel sausage, rapini
AldoUS$19.00
Provola, pancetta, egg, truffle oil
TeepooUS$17.00
Mozzarella, prosciutto cotto, artichokes, mushrooms, ricotta
LinaUS$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 - No Sauce

$22

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 Garlic
Roasted Baby Potatoes
Sautéed Mushrooms

Housemade Dolci

$10

Tiramisu
Delizia di Bosco
Gelato Housemade
Panna Cotta
Cannoli
Chocolate Mousse
Straccetti Dolci
Millefoglie Della Nonna

Beer

Draft

Buona Forchetta, Blonde
Buona Forchetta, West Coast IPA
Rotating Micro Brewed Handles
Ask your server about our local selection

Bottles

Peroni, PilsnerUS$7.00
Mastri Birrai Umbri (Blonde or Red), Italian Craft BeerUS$9.00

Bellinis

Bellinis
- GlassUS$10.00

House Wine

House Red WineUS$9.00
House White WineUS$8.00

Dessert Wine

Tawny Port Taylor 10 Year, PortugalUS$13.00
Ruby Port Fonseca LBV PortugalUS$11.00
Moscato d'Asti Fontanafredda, PiedmontUS$10.00

Vino

Sparkling Wine

Prosecco - Zonin - VenetoUS$10.00
Rose Prosecco - Torresella - VenetoUS$11.00
Italian Sparkling - Ferrari - TrentoUS$55.00
Franciacorta - Ca' del Bosco - LombardyUS$65.00

White Wine

Pinot Grigio - Santa Margherita - Alto AdigeUS$58.00
Pinot Grigio - Santi - Valdadige, VenetoUS$10.00
Gavi - Banfi "Principessa" PiedmontUS$10.00
Vermentino - Rocca di Montemassi - TuscanyUS$10.00
Falanghina - Villa Matilde - CampaniaUS$11.00
Chardonnay - Raeburn - Russian RiverUS$12.00
Chardonnay - Sonoma Cutrer - SonomaUS$47.00
Sauvignon Blanc - Daou - Paso RoblesUS$11.00
Rose - Bieler "Sabine" Provence, FranceUS$10.00
Riesling - Bex - Nahe, GermanyUS$10.00
Sauvignon Blanc - Babich - Marlborough, New ZealandUS$39.00

Red Wine

Valpolicella - Masi "Bonacosta" VenetoUS$10.00
Amarone - Cesari - VenetoUS$92.00
Barbera - Fontanafredda "Briccotondo" PiedmontUS$10.00
Barbera - Michele Chiarlo "Cipressi" PiedmontUS$51.00
Nebbiolo d'Alba - Bruno Giacosa - PiedmontUS$75.00
Barolo - Fontanafredda "Serralunga" PiedmontUS$85.00
Barbaresco - Batasiolo - PiedmontUS$85.00
Super Tuscan - Tenuta Sette Cieli "Yantra" TuscanyUS$52.00
Super Tuscan - Le Volte by Ornellaia - TuscanyUS$59.00
Super Tuscan - Ornellaia - Bolgheri, TuscanyUS$350.00
Super Tuscan - Biserno "Insoglio Del Cinghiale" TuscanyUS$75.00
Super Tuscan - Sassicaia - Bolgheri, TuscanyUS$390.00
Brunello di Montalcino - Val di Suga - TuscanyUS$99.00
Chianti Classico - Castello d'Albola - TuscanyUS$12.00
Chianti Riserva - Tenuta di Nozzole - TuscanyUS$52.00
Sangiovese - San Polo "Rubio" TuscanyUS$11.00
Montepulciano - Masciarelli - AbruzzoUS$10.00
Primitivo - Masseria Altemura - PugliaUS$38.00
Nero d'Avola - Planeta - SicilyUS$36.00
Pinot Noir - Walt "La Brisa" SonomaUS$72.00
Cabernet Sauvignon - St. Francis - SonomaUS$46.00
Cabernet Sauvignon - Sequoia Grove - NapaUS$86.00
Cabernet Sauvignon - Substance "Elemental" WashingtonUS$12.00
Merlot - Spellbound - CaliforniaUS$10.00
Zinfandel - Artezin - MendocinoUS$35.00
Red Blend - "Pessimist" by Daou - Paso RoblesUS$13.00
Pinot Noir - Sokol Blosser "Evolution" OregonUS$11.00
Malbec - Ben Marco - Mendoza, ArgentinaUS$11.00
Tempranillo - El Coto - Rioja, SpainUS$35.00

Non-Alcoholic

CoffeeUS$3.00
MochaUS$4.00
EspressoUS$3.50
CappuccinoUS$4.00
LatteUS$4.00
Iced TeaUS$3.00
Hot TeaUS$3.00
Can SodaUS$3.00
AranciataUS$4.00
LimonataUS$4.00
Mexican CokeUS$4.00
PannaUS$6.00
San PellegrinoUS$6.00

Organic Italian Soda

Cola
Lemonade
Pomegranate
Blood Orange
Ginger Beer
Ginger Ale

What 855 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

4.6Food
4.5Service
4.4Ambience
4.4Value

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Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Buona Forchetta in San Diego offers "the best Italian place" experience with "amazing" pizza and pasta. Despite occasional service hiccups and a bustling atmosphere, patrons rave about its family-friendly vibe and "incredible" food. Ideal for those who appreciate quick service and vibrant surroundings, it remains a "neighborhood gem."

855 Reviews

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Kira
San Diego
15 reviews
5.0
15 reviews
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
I love taking out of town guests here for the food! Never a disappointment.
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Monserratt
San Diego
2 reviews
4.0
2 reviews
Dined 4 days ago
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
Celebrated our anniversary at our favorite Italian food spot
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Lenore
Orange County
1 review
2.0
1 review
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 2
2. Food 4
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 1
The fresh pasta with garlic, evoo, and porcini mushrooms was very good, not exceptional, but good. The ambiance and service was another matter. We cook a lot at home, and so when we go out, it is important to have a good overall experience worth going out for. We were seated at a table that wobbled so badly that I thought the glasses would fall off. There were pizza boxes stacked precariously close behind me. We asked for another table, but the waiter said he would "just fix the table,"and wedged a bit of wine cork under the table leg, which my husband had to keep readjusting during the entire meal. The waiter was the epitome of indifference. The new normal, perhaps?
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Chris
Palm Springs
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined on 16 December 2024
1. Overall 3
2. Food 4
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 3
Food was good but the service ruined the experience
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Launa
San Diego
1 review
1.0
1 review
Dined on 16 December 2024
1. Overall 1
2. Food 1
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 1
I was very disappointed with our experience here. I made a reservation for a birthday. I did a lot of research as one of the main guests has celiac disease. The restaurant said that they had a gluten free menu with gluten free pasta options. I called to confirm. When we received the menus, the server told us that they could not accommodate us. He said that all of the gluten free items were cooked in the same water as the items with gluten. The pizza is cooked on the same pans as the regular pizza. We told him that we had researched and called ahead. He said that was too bad. He would let the kitchen know of her "preference" after she had just told him the seriousness of her condition. She ended up ordering the broccoli and potatoes. She also ended up being sick. She is home today dealing with her "preference". I'm so disappointed in this restaurant and this server.
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Alison
San Diego
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined on 14 December 2024
1. Overall 3
2. Food 5
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 3
It’s a birthday celebration so it was unfortunate that nothing special happened. Not sure if it’s the lack of communication on our part or no one acknowledged the note on the reservation. Before departing the restaurant, on the other side of the restaurant you can hear a birthday celebration going on. First time here and a so so experience.
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Melissa
Washington DC
3 reviews
4.0
3 reviews
Dined on 12 December 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 5
Love the food here! Sat at the enclosed outdoor patio. Lost a star due to multiple servers forgetting to provide the complimentary bread despite being asked. Good spot for families
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Len
VIP
Orlando
48 reviews
5.0
48 reviews
Dined on 9 December 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 3
We were seated outside, which was a bit chilly, but overall a comfortable experience. Our server was excellent as was the food.
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Daina
San Diego
2 reviews
1.0
2 reviews
Dined on 8 December 2024
1. Overall 1
2. Food 3
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 2
Extremely unpleasant dining experience. Service was lack luster. We only saw our server when he first took our order and then to drop off our check- in which we had to get up to find someone to help us pay, we could’ve walked out and no one would have noticed. No check backs, no basic steps of service. We had to get up to ask for multiple basic items- salt, pepper and water. We were celebrating a special occasion and were disappointed with the outcome of our experience. We will not be going back. This restaurant used to be good but even the food was mediocre on our visit. Management should be ashamed, and needs to retrain their staff to be more than just order takers. I’ve worked in the hospitality industry for 25 years, and if I let my staff perform this way I would reevaluate what I am doing with my business and career.
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Frances
VIP
San Diego
11 reviews
3.0
11 reviews
Dined on 8 December 2024
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 4
The food we have was okay, but nothing that we loved.
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FAQs

Buona Forchetta offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (619) 381-4844.

Buona Forchetta is rated 4.6 stars by 855 OpenTable diners.

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

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2 people

25 Dec 2024

19:00

Booked 39 times today

Order delivery or takeout

3001 Beech St, San Diego, CA 92102

Additional information

Area
South Park
Hours of Operation
Lunch Mon–Fri 12:00 pm–3:00 pm Lunch/Dinner Sat 12:00 pm–10:00 pm Sun 12:00 pm–9:30 pm Dinner Mon–Thu 5:00 pm–9:30 pm Fri 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Italian, Pizzeria
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
None
Additional
Dog Friendly, Patio/Outdoor Dining

Website
https://buonaforchettasd.com/buona-forchetta-south-park/
Phone number
(619) 381-4844

Buona Forchetta

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Order delivery or takeout

Why they're an Icon

Additional information

Regina Margherita

Marinara

Buona Forchetta Blonde

Antipasti

Burrata CapreseUS$17.00

MontanaraUS$10.00

ArtichokesUS$16.00

Calamari FrittiUS$18.00

Eggplant TortinoUS$13.00

PolpettineUS$13.00

BruschettoneUS$13.00

Tagliere MistoUS$20.00

FocacciaUS$6.00

Zuppa del GiornoUS$8.00

Insalate

FattoreUS$10.00

SottoterraUS$13.00

ToscanaUS$14.00

PolipoUS$19.00

Beet SaladUS$13.00

RadicchioUS$14.00

Specialty Pasta

Lasagna BologneseUS$20.00

Lasagna VegeterianaUS$20.00

Ravioli of the Day

Eggplant ParmigianaUS$19.00

Risotto of the Day

Pasta

Fresh Homemade Egg PastaUS$1.00

Durum Wheat Semolina

Gluten Free PastaUS$3.00

Sauces

AmatricianaUS$18.00

BologneseUS$19.00

CarbonaraUS$19.00

Due PomodoriUS$17.00

PestoUS$19.00

Buona ForchettaUS$17.00

Cacio e PepeUS$17.00

Cucina Vegana

Insalata VeganaUS$13.00

Tagliere VeganoUS$18.00

Rigatoni al PestoUS$18.00

Penne ai FunghiUS$18.00

Toppings

SausageUS$4.00

ChickenUS$4.00

Polpette (2 Pieces)US$6.00

Shrimp (3 Pieces)US$8.00

Italian PorciniUS$6.00

Seasonal VeggieUS$5.00

Burrata CheeseUS$6.00

RicottaUS$3.00

Fresh MozzarellaUS$3.00

Pizza

Classiche Napoletane STG

MargheritaUS$13.00

MarinaraUS$11.00

Regina MargheritaUS$16.00

PuttanescaUS$15.00

PacchiatellaUS$19.00

Vegana and Vegetarian

Piera

Gabriele

Guido

Vittoria

Jackson

Enzo

Rosse

SofiaUS$17.00

SergioUS$19.00

AugustaUS$17.00

NicolaUS$19.00

DanielaUS$17.00

AngelaUS$15.00