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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 57 times today

About this restaurant

  • Neighborhood gem
  • Great for outdoor dining
  • Charming
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 971 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

4.8
4.8 based on recent ratings
  • 4.8Food
  • 4.6Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.6Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • San Diego

    Great for outdoor dining

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Buona Forchetta delights with "amazing food" and "excellent service," consistently praised for its authentic Italian dishes and neighborhood charm. The pizza, with "the best crust in San Diego," and gluten-free options stand out. Guests love the "friendly staff" and "wonderful atmosphere," making it a "neighborhood gem."
971 Reviews
  1. Golda

    San Diego2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    It’s fantastic as always! Stuffs are wonderful. Food are delicious!

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  2. Theresia

    San Francisco Bay Area10 reviews

    3.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    There was a limited menu with few options beside pizza. The pizza was still doughy in the middle and the flavors didn’t blend well. The crust was delicious as was the starter focaccia bread with olive oil. Great ambiance and outdoor seating. Very friendly staff. 

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  3. Jean

    Philadelphia County8 reviews

    1.0

    Dined on July 1, 2025

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 1
    We had a 6/30 reservation that was confirmed on 6/29. When we arrived at the restaurant it was closed. No one answered the phone (voicemail was full) or responded to our Instagram DMs. Open Table customer service said it is the responsibility of the restaurant, not the platform, to communicate changes. We spent about $24 round trip on Ubers to get here and were really looking forward to it; fortunately there are many other restaurants in the neighborhood.

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  4. Lynn

    San Diego1 review

    4.0

    Dined on June 29, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 2
    We went for lunch on a Sunday at 1:00. Easy to park under shaded trees. We were seated outside which was energetically noisy but we could still converse. The food was delicious. The staff was very friendly and attentive. Went for a walk through the beautiful neighborhood afterwards to see all of the craftsman style houses. We drove from PB to give back to this restaurant for all it does for the neighborhood. So important to build community.

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  5. Jeff

    San Diego1 review

    5.0

    Dined on June 29, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had a fabulous dinner. The pasta was fresh and delicious! we had a party of 8 and we all had a delicious meal and great ambiance.

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  6. Jay

    San Diego7 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 28, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Brick oven pizza and pesto pasta were excellent.

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  7. William

    San Diego6 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 27, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    This amazing restaurant never fails to please. All of the items on the menu are great -- in fact, I have never had a bad meal or experience there. Added plus? They serve the best pizza this side of Naples!

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  8. Tiffany

    San Diego1 review

    5.0

    Dined on June 26, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Always delicious. The pizza crust is so chewy and yummy.

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  9. Kendall

    New York City6 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 26, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    I have never been and watched to support a great local restaurant in the community. The menu is extensive, creative and has something for everyone. The food came out hot and very fresh, made to order. Everything we ordered was delicious! Would love to see some non-alcoholic beers but other than that, it was a great experience and I will be back!

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  10. Carmen

    Las Vegas2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 23, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    It's always a pleasure to dine here. The service quality is amazing and the food is incredible

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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 4.8 stars by 971 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 57 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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