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Buona Forchetta, San Diego, CA
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Buona Forchetta

$30 and under
Italian
3001 Beech St, San Diego, CA 92102

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 72 times today

About this restaurant

  • Neighborhood gem
  • Great for outdoor dining
  • Good for groups
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.

Why they're an Icon

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

  • Neighborhood
    South Park
  • Parking details
    None
  • Additional
    Beer, Dog Friendly, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 922 people are saying

Buona Forchetta reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

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
  • 4.8Food
  • 4.6Service
  • 4.5Ambience
  • 4.6Value

NoiseModerate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Buona Forchetta consistently delights with "delicious food" and "excellent service." Guests rave about the "best pizza in San Diego" and "authentic Italian dining experience." The ambiance is lively and welcoming, perfect for gatherings. With options like gluten-free dishes and homemade pasta, it's a "go-to spot" for many locals.

922 Reviews
  1. Bill

    Pittsburgh7 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Fabulous meal! We were seated outside and were greeted by a local at the next table who said the food was wonderful - and she was right. The focaccia is homemade in a wood fired oven as are the pizzas. We finished with fried dough topped with fruit and Nutella. Best meal we have had in San Diego. Waiter Phillipo was wonderful too. Look no further for great Italian food.

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  2. Raymie

    San Diego2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The food was delicious! We went to the South Park location so parking was a bit of a challenge but we all found parking within a couple of blocks from the restaurant. We sat outside which was enclosed so we weren’t out in the elements. I ordered eggplant Parmesan. It was perfectly cheesy and saucy! But I also wanted pizza. Next time…everyone at the table really enjoyed their food. I’ll definitely eat here (or one of their other locations) again!

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  3. Rose

    San Diego1 review

    2.0

    Dined on April 17, 2025

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 3
    The food runner was either in too much of a hurry or wasn’t paying attention and threw Parmesan cheese all over my friend. Pasta came with the wrong sauce. Server never checked in on us.

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  4. Kyra

    San Diego1 review

    5.0

    Dined on April 14, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    We met old friends for a weekday lunch at the South Park location of Buona Forchetta. The food was outstanding (as always) and the service was prompt and attentive. I had what may have been the most delicious pesto pasta I've ever tasted, and all the dishes were terrific. The artichokes antipasti were also a huge hit. Friends were visiting from out of town and absolutely loved it. Great job!

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  5. Virginia

    Palm Springs7 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 11, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Always a wonderful meal! Great food! Excellent service!

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  6. Michael

    San Diego6 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 11, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Amazing pizza, best crust in San Diego, delicious flavors in one of the special pizzas. A bit of a cramped feel inside, lively but nice environment.

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  7. Stacey

    Orange County2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 10, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Delicious gluten-free options, excellent service and the only thing that would make it better would be a rosé on the wine menu

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  8. Abraham

    San Diego1 review

    1.0

    Dined on April 8, 2025

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 3
    The server was very dry and the pastas needed salt…

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  9. Edith

    San Diego2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 5, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Food was delicious, and the service really amazing, had a great time, and definetely will comeback to try new things on the menu!

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  10. Paula VIP

    San Diego14 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 3, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We brought guests from out of town with us for dinner. Everything was perfect: service, timeliness, food, friendliness of the staff and the lovely setting! Thank you for being the quintessential Italian dining experience in San Diego!

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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 4.7 stars by 922 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 72 times today
Google Map for Buona Forchetta

3001 Beech St, San Diego, CA 92102

Additional information

  • Neighborhood
    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
    Beer, Dog Friendly, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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