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Chic bi-level eatery famed for artisanal Italian eats, including handmade pasta & classic desserts.
Hours
| Thursday | 11:30 AM–9:30 PM |
| Friday | 11:30 AM–10:30 PM |
| Saturday | 11:30 AM–10:30 PM |
| Sunday | 11:30 AM–9:30 PM |
| Monday | 11:30 AM–9:30 PM |
| Tuesday | 11:30 AM–9:30 PM |
| Wednesday | 11:30 AM–9:30 PM |
Address and Contact Information
Address: 750 W Fir St #103, San Diego, CA 92101
Phone: (619) 450-4786
Website: http://lovebencotto.com/
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Order and Reservations
Reservations: lovebencotto.comopentable.comtripleseat.com
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Reviews
Jan Cassity
Visited for our Anniversary and loved it! We sat at a table for 2 outside and it was lovely…heaters kept us comfortable. Started with a bottle of wine, husband had Chicken Parm with a side salad of homemade pasta and I had the Squid Ink Pasta. The pasta is amazing and the portions generous. We thoroughly enjoyed our meal. Service was top notch; Jacob G was wonderful and shared many tips for making the rest of our trip fantastic. The evening was topped off with a wonderful Chocolate Mousse and a special anniversary gelato. Loved it!
… moreAlicia wang
We had dinner here and overall the experience fell short of expectations. First, one of our pasta dishes was served incorrectly (fettuccine instead of spaghetti), and the staff was too busy for us to request a correction, so we accepted it as is. Second, we noticed that other tables were offered cheese on top of their pasta, but our table wasn’t, even though we ordered three different noodle dishes. Third, the restaurant added a credit-card transaction fee without mentioning it beforehand, which feels inappropriate for a place at this price point—costs like this should be disclosed upfront or already reflected in menu prices. Also, the cheese wheel pasta did not come in an actual cheese wheel as expected, but rather with a truffle-cheese flavor instead.
On the positive side, the cioppino was very good, the shrimp in the pasta was fresh, and I personally really enjoyed the balsamic salad.
… moreOn the positive side, the cioppino was very good, the shrimp in the pasta was fresh, and I personally really enjoyed the balsamic salad.
caimiao liu
We had the cheese wheel paste and the squid ink paste. Both were really good though not like 1000% impressed. I personally liked the squid ink pasta better because of the slightly spicy sauce. The add on sausage was actually really good with a lot of herbal flavors. The cheese wheel pasta can be too creamy later. But the paste noodles themselves tasted good.
… moreJenn Shepard
Gave 2 stars overall food was alright but our server Filip was terrible. We went last night for the first time and waited for about 20 minutes for table on the patio. The hostess was very nice and polite and sat us sooner than what she originally told us.
Our server never checked in us throughout the dinner. We also never got bread for our table. I’m not sure if this is what they are supposed to give each table, but all the tables around us had bread and we didn’t. Our drinks went empty, and it took awhile before he even noticed, it wasnt until he came to see if we were going to order dessert. The table next to us had an awesome server when we saw the service they were getting it made us a little upset since we were getting total opposite service.
We got the calamari for an appetizers which was okay. Definitely not the best I’ve had but wasn’t bad either.
We both got lasagna which was pretty darn good.
Then to top it off we got a Tiramisu which was amazing! I feel like this is a dessert that a lot of places can mess up really easy but this hit the spot.
Not sure if we would ever go back due to the service, but may go just for a quick dessert.
… moreOur server never checked in us throughout the dinner. We also never got bread for our table. I’m not sure if this is what they are supposed to give each table, but all the tables around us had bread and we didn’t. Our drinks went empty, and it took awhile before he even noticed, it wasnt until he came to see if we were going to order dessert. The table next to us had an awesome server when we saw the service they were getting it made us a little upset since we were getting total opposite service.
We got the calamari for an appetizers which was okay. Definitely not the best I’ve had but wasn’t bad either.
We both got lasagna which was pretty darn good.
Then to top it off we got a Tiramisu which was amazing! I feel like this is a dessert that a lot of places can mess up really easy but this hit the spot.
Not sure if we would ever go back due to the service, but may go just for a quick dessert.
Nick Su
We had dinner at Bencotto Italian Kitchen in Little Italy, and I’d definitely recommend making a reservation — it gets busy fast. Even with our 5:30 reservation, the restaurant was already filling up, with only a few outdoor tables left.
We started with the burrata appetizer, which came with bread that tasted freshly baked. I would’ve preferred it a little more toasted for some extra crunch, but the pesto was bright and flavorful, and the tomatoes and ricotta were incredibly fresh. A drizzle of balsamic would’ve helped elevate the flavors, but overall, it was a solid starter.
For the main course, we each built our own pasta dishes — one with pappardelle in truffle cream and mushroom sauce (I added sausage — worth it), and the other with pappardelle in Bolognese sauce. The pasta is handmade in-house using Somali flour, and you can really taste the difference — tender, delicate, and perfectly textured. The sauces were rich and full of depth, and the ability to mix and match made the meal feel personal and fun.
Food: 4/5 – Fresh, flavorful, and beautifully made.
Ambiance: 4/5 – Warm and lively, perfect for a date night or casual dinner.
Service: 4/5 – Friendly and efficient.
Overall, Bencotto is a must-visit if you’re in Little Italy. The handmade pasta and customizable options make for a memorable, elevated dining experience that still feels approachable.
… moreWe started with the burrata appetizer, which came with bread that tasted freshly baked. I would’ve preferred it a little more toasted for some extra crunch, but the pesto was bright and flavorful, and the tomatoes and ricotta were incredibly fresh. A drizzle of balsamic would’ve helped elevate the flavors, but overall, it was a solid starter.
For the main course, we each built our own pasta dishes — one with pappardelle in truffle cream and mushroom sauce (I added sausage — worth it), and the other with pappardelle in Bolognese sauce. The pasta is handmade in-house using Somali flour, and you can really taste the difference — tender, delicate, and perfectly textured. The sauces were rich and full of depth, and the ability to mix and match made the meal feel personal and fun.
Food: 4/5 – Fresh, flavorful, and beautifully made.
Ambiance: 4/5 – Warm and lively, perfect for a date night or casual dinner.
Service: 4/5 – Friendly and efficient.
Overall, Bencotto is a must-visit if you’re in Little Italy. The handmade pasta and customizable options make for a memorable, elevated dining experience that still feels approachable.
Donatella Zoccolan
Food is amazing and is authentic Italian. I can say that because I am from Italy. I had amazing home made tagliatelle with lamb meat sauce and I would have that again and again. The Vermentino wine from Sardinia was absolutely delicious. I also was able to choose from an extended list of Italian liquors and had Sambuca. Price-quality fair. The service and atmosphere (I sat outside with view on Little Italy) were impeccable. I will go back for sure!!!
… moreKai Mao
Tourist trap at its finest — I can’t give it more than 2 stars.
Pros
• The hostess at the door was genuinely warm and welcoming.
• The servers seemed attentive overall, but ours wasn’t.
Cons
• Don’t order the cheese wheel pasta. We ordered it, but never saw the cheese wheel station being used the entire time we were there.
• Don’t order the calamari. The breading was soft, the calamari didn’t taste fresh, and even the dipping sauce couldn’t save it.
• Don’t order the zucchini blossoms. They were basically mozzarella sticks — only four pieces, and they cost over $20.
• None of our dishes arrived hot. The pasta looked like it had been sitting, and the chicken parm was mushy.
• Bread doesn’t come automatically — you have to ask for it.
… morePros
• The hostess at the door was genuinely warm and welcoming.
• The servers seemed attentive overall, but ours wasn’t.
Cons
• Don’t order the cheese wheel pasta. We ordered it, but never saw the cheese wheel station being used the entire time we were there.
• Don’t order the calamari. The breading was soft, the calamari didn’t taste fresh, and even the dipping sauce couldn’t save it.
• Don’t order the zucchini blossoms. They were basically mozzarella sticks — only four pieces, and they cost over $20.
• None of our dishes arrived hot. The pasta looked like it had been sitting, and the chicken parm was mushy.
• Bread doesn’t come automatically — you have to ask for it.
Everett Diem
Loved the decor of the restaurant. Staff was friendly and great at suggesting some excellent dishes. We started with two glasses of the Supertuscan wine & squash blossoms. Both hit the spot, and paired well together. A manager Steve recommended two pastas which were as fresh and tasty as it gets. Some of the best pasta we’ve had in San Diego. Also ordered the short rib because we were hungry and it did not disappoint! Left very satisfied. Highly recommend this spot for your pasta fix!
… moreKyle Camacho
A wonderful stop if you’re visiting San Diego. The windows allow in plenty of natural light and the staff’s bright demeanor matches perfectly. The food was delicious – it was a pasta with lamb. Noodles were pleasenatly soft and each bite was just enough.
… moreYonji Lim
My boyfriend and I came here looking forward to trying nice pasta but were pretty disappointed. The squid ink gnocchi was nothing special, the texture was different but alright. We also got the prime short rib, and it was definitely not worth the price. The arugula it came with was too oily. Both dishes were very mid and overpriced. It honestly would’ve been more worth it to go to In n out.
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