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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

4.7
4.7
3365 Reviews
$31 to $50
Italian

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 54 times today
  • Good for special occasions
  • Charming
  • 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.

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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
  • 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

What 3,365 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
  • 4.6Service
  • 4.5Ambience
  • 4.4Value

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.
3,365 Reviews
  1. sara VIP

    San Diego16 reviews

    5.0

    Dined today

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Perfect choice to entertain our clients. We would recommend sitting upstairs. More intimate. The service was impeccable! The food and drinks delicious! Just fyi, they charge 1.99 % if you pay with a credit card.

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  2. Chris

    Oklahoma City1 review

    5.0

    Dined today

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Absolutely amazing service and food! Will definitely go back!!!

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  3. 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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  4. OpenTable Diner

    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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  5. 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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  6. Nathalie

    San Diego1 review

    5.0

    Dined on March 24, 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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  7. Mark VIP

    Las Vegas13 reviews

    3.0

    Dined on March 23, 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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  8. OpenTable Diner

    Minneapolis1 review

    5.0

    Dined on March 23, 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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  9. Taylor

    Los Angeles2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 22, 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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  10. StevenM

    Philadelphia14 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 18, 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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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 4.7 stars by 3365 OpenTable diners.

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

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Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 54 times today
Google Map for Bencotto Italian Kitchen

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
  • 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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