Buona Forchetta

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3001 Beech St
San Diego, CA 92102
+1 (619) 381-4844
https://buonaforchettasd.com

Buona Forchetta is a renowned Italian restaurant chain in San Diego, California, offering a taste of authentic Italian cuisine passed down through generations. With multiple locations across the city, including South Park, Coronado, Liberty Station, Encinitas, and San Marcos, Buona Forchetta is known for its wood-fired pizzas with perfectly crispy crusts, handmade pasta dishes bursting with rich flavors, fresh seafood specialties, and decadent desserts. The restaurant has received numerous awards, including San Diego Magazine's Best Pizza and Gambero Rosso's Best Pizzeria, making it a must-visit for Italian food enthusiasts.

Each Buona Forchetta location provides a warm and welcoming atmosphere, with unique features such as a vintage car memorabilia-filled space in Coronado and a family-friendly environment with a playground in Liberty Station. The restaurants also offer gluten-free Italian options and rotating specials, ensuring there's something for everyone. Whether you're craving a delicious pizza or an upscale Northern Italian entree, Buona Forchetta promises an unforgettable dining experience that will leave you craving more.

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4.53,709 reviews
Pedro L.
8/29/2025

Really good Carbonara, I liked the environment a lot also. Definitely worth it if you in South Park. Also great service

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Gyöngyi G.
9/17/2025

We celebrated a 40th birthday here and had a wonderful experience. We had a reservation for 14 ppl and were seated in their private/semi-private event room 2 doors down from the main restaurant,...

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Jonathan R.
9/25/2025

While certainly a respectable pizza offering, despite the credible, Italian roots of the ownership, the venue's extraordinary reputation and established nature, I didn't find it resoundingly...

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Arjay U.
9/5/2025

Great Italian restaurant in SP Pizza and Eggplant parmigiana is so so good, perfectly cooked, delicious and all made to order Service was ok... friendly staff but they forgot to refill our ice...

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Pat And Sarah F.
10/11/2025

Buona Forchetta in South Park never disappoints! incredible atmosphere -- warm, lively, and authentically Italian, with the perfect mix of neighborhood charm and European flair. The energy inside...

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