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Wood-fired pies, fresh pasta & a global wine list draw crowds at this festive pizzeria.
Hours
| Friday | 12–3 PM, 5–10 PM |
| Saturday | 12–10 PM |
| Sunday | 12–9:30 PM |
| Monday | 12–3 PM, 5–9:30 PM |
| Tuesday | 12–3 PM, 5–9:30 PM |
| Wednesday | 12–3 PM, 5–9:30 PM |
| Thursday | 12–3 PM, 5–9:30 PM |
Address and Contact Information
Address: 3001 Beech St, San Diego, CA 92102
Phone: (619) 381-4844
Website: https://buonaforchettasd.com/buona-forchetta-south-park/
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3001 Beech St. San Diego, CA 92102. CONTACT. 619-381-4844 · [email protected]. Please contact for groups over 10 people. Order to-go and pick-up sign.
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Erin Coleman
We had a good dinner at buona forchetta. It wasn’t amazing but still enjoyable! It is located in a neighborhood with indoor and outdoor seating. The food is authentic Italian. The lasagna was amazing! The pizza was good but I was disappointed in the presentation/distribution of the toppings. The toppings were very slim and only on part of the pizza. I do recognize and validate that it was a busy Valentine’s Day/Presidents Day weekend and they were short staffed. I did appreciate they were accommodating with the requests we had.
… moreRebecca Monge the Realtor
I just want to say how wonderful Filippo was as our server tonight. I don’t know if I’m spelling his name right but it was my triplets 18th birthday and he made it extra special. The food was spectacular. We will definitely come back soon! everyone loved the pesto, the bread the buona forchetta sauce!
… morePaul Mackley
One word; delicious!!! You it’s good when you are looking at the menu and other tables, figuring out what to try next time. The artichokes are fabulous for an appetizer. My wife had the Scallops Gnocchi, while I had the sausage, mushroom and truffle pizza. Awesome crust. We finished with the best chocolate mousse in the world. We always order chocolate mousse if it is on the menu and this was the best. Service is great, too!
… moreManny Ellison
We went here to celebrate my daughter’s 25th bday. Very nice neighborhood vibe and easy parking. The atmosphere was nice and airy. We ate in an outdoor patio. The menus are huge and have lots of choices. I had the eggplant parm and it was good. I had an espresso martini that was yummy. The pasta is fresh and was really good. The salads looked amazing. Great place to celebrate! I would go again! The waitress was so nice and comped a tiramisu for the bday girl.
… moreAna Cris Benito
I recently visited Buona Forchetta in San Diego during a business trip, and our group of eleven had a reservation. The restaurant was bustling with people, and I was relieved we didn’t have to wait thanks to our booking. The atmosphere was lively yet welcoming, and the service was excellent, our server was attentive and kind, helping to create a pleasant dining experience.
While the ambience and hospitality stood out, my personal food experience was deeply disappointing. I ordered the gnocchi, and to my dismay, it turned out to be the worst I’ve ever had in my whole life. I am 56 years. It was simply horrible and truly disgusting. My husband’s family is Italian, and I also know how to cook Italian food myself, so I had better expectations that were unfortunately not met. Out of courtesy to my business partners and not wanting to cause a scene in front of everyone, I refrained from sending the dish back, a decision I regretted later when I returned to my hotel still thinking about how unpleasant the gnocchi was.
That said, the rest of my party had a better experience. They ordered pizzas and pasta dishes, One ordered steak, and I think he was the most intelligent in the table which were noticeably better prepared than mine. Despite my poor entrée, we still enjoyed each other’s company, the vibrant ambience, and the overall evening. The restaurant is located a bit away from our hotel, but the distance didn’t bother anyone.
… moreWhile the ambience and hospitality stood out, my personal food experience was deeply disappointing. I ordered the gnocchi, and to my dismay, it turned out to be the worst I’ve ever had in my whole life. I am 56 years. It was simply horrible and truly disgusting. My husband’s family is Italian, and I also know how to cook Italian food myself, so I had better expectations that were unfortunately not met. Out of courtesy to my business partners and not wanting to cause a scene in front of everyone, I refrained from sending the dish back, a decision I regretted later when I returned to my hotel still thinking about how unpleasant the gnocchi was.
That said, the rest of my party had a better experience. They ordered pizzas and pasta dishes, One ordered steak, and I think he was the most intelligent in the table which were noticeably better prepared than mine. Despite my poor entrée, we still enjoyed each other’s company, the vibrant ambience, and the overall evening. The restaurant is located a bit away from our hotel, but the distance didn’t bother anyone.
Oharu
Authentic Crust with Room for Service Improvement
Visited this local hotspot around 3 PM. Despite the odd hour, the place was packed with a diverse crowd, from seniors to students—a testament to its popularity.
The Pizza:
The Margherita arrived impressively fast. While the shape was rustic and uneven, the craftsmanship was evident in the contrast of the crust. The center was expertly thin, barely holding the toppings, while the edges were thick and chewy. That signature char from the massive wood-fired oven added a fantastic smoky depth.
The Downside:
The experience was slightly dampened by the service; the staff felt indifferent, and the checkout process was sluggish. Additionally, the tap water had a noticeable chlorine taste.
Verdict:
You come here for the pizza, not the hospitality. If you prioritize an authentic, high-quality crust over service, it’s well worth the visit.
… moreVisited this local hotspot around 3 PM. Despite the odd hour, the place was packed with a diverse crowd, from seniors to students—a testament to its popularity.
The Pizza:
The Margherita arrived impressively fast. While the shape was rustic and uneven, the craftsmanship was evident in the contrast of the crust. The center was expertly thin, barely holding the toppings, while the edges were thick and chewy. That signature char from the massive wood-fired oven added a fantastic smoky depth.
The Downside:
The experience was slightly dampened by the service; the staff felt indifferent, and the checkout process was sluggish. Additionally, the tap water had a noticeable chlorine taste.
Verdict:
You come here for the pizza, not the hospitality. If you prioritize an authentic, high-quality crust over service, it’s well worth the visit.
DANIEL FUENTES
The best Italian food there is in all San Diego. They have plenty space for big parties (you can call to make a reservation, or make one online). They don’t make you wait for your food. The service is really fast. It is very unique and delicious. It so good that I forgot to take pictures of the food. The food portions are some what small comparing it to other restaurants, but it’s worth it.
… moreBrian Loesgen
We had a very nice lunch here. The food was delicious and came quickly, service was excellent. This was my first time in the South Park area but my friend who lives there tells me he believes this is the best Italian food in San Diego, and, he may be right.
… moreMichael “Calm” Walker
During a staycation, we selected this spot which was recommended from locals and tourists. It didn’t disappoint. Authentic Italian style cucina. The kiddo had the pene pasta with pesto and I had the chef special of taglioni pasta that consisted of squid, mussels, clams, salmon in red sauce with cherry tomatoes and breadcrumbs. Oh my goodness! I’d ate another plate if I could. Compliments to chef and staff. Thanks Cosimo! Will definitely be back to try their pizza. Sono buona forchetta!
UPDATE: We went back the next evening and tried the pizza after a day at SeaWorld. I had the puttanesca Napoletana style and my kid had the margherita. One Word, Scrumptious! Even the bread was delicious that even my kid demolished his pizza with about 3 crust left. We sat near the chef and I saw him while eating the pizza and gave him the “nod” that he did the damn thing with the pizza. Shoutout to Francesco for being a solid waiter and the other gentlemen who tricked my kid with the pizza switch lol. To our surprise the chef gave us a plate which is like a funnel cake with Nutella and strawberries. In Italy it s similar to zeppole or frittella. Now here are the photos that I took this time! Cheers!
… moreUPDATE: We went back the next evening and tried the pizza after a day at SeaWorld. I had the puttanesca Napoletana style and my kid had the margherita. One Word, Scrumptious! Even the bread was delicious that even my kid demolished his pizza with about 3 crust left. We sat near the chef and I saw him while eating the pizza and gave him the “nod” that he did the damn thing with the pizza. Shoutout to Francesco for being a solid waiter and the other gentlemen who tricked my kid with the pizza switch lol. To our surprise the chef gave us a plate which is like a funnel cake with Nutella and strawberries. In Italy it s similar to zeppole or frittella. Now here are the photos that I took this time! Cheers!
Benjamin Jacobs
I guess I don’t get the hype. This wasn’t good at all. Server was dismissive and rude. “Live” music on the patio was so loud we couldn’t have a conversation. The food was just bad. There’s decent Italian food in this town and I just don’t understand how this is receiving the level of hype that it’s getting. The pizza was terrible. Soggy, flavorless and hacked together. Wasn’t even cut, right. The Bolognese was terrible too. Legit flavorless. The $5 meatball addition was laughably bad. The whole reason we came in was because of a canoli we saw in a magazine. We confirmed with our arrogant server that it was as pictured. Not even close. And he just didn’t care. 3 tiny mini canolis for a table of 4. Would have been nice to know, although poor value, bad portion size and sloppy presentation could have been expected at this point in the meal.
This place sucks. Will never return. Go literally anywhere else for pizza and pasta. This was a huge miss in a town with plenty of other halfway decent options.
… moreThis place sucks. Will never return. Go literally anywhere else for pizza and pasta. This was a huge miss in a town with plenty of other halfway decent options.