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Bencotto
Cuisine italienne authentique avec des pâtes faites maison et une expérience culinaire personnalisable dans le Little Italy de San Diego.
4.4(5 avis)
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Cuisine italienne authentique avec des pâtes faites maison et une expérience culinaire personnalisable dans le Little Italy de San Diego.
Bencotto Italian Kitchen propose une expérience culinaire italienne authentique au cœur du Little Italy de San Diego. Spécialisé dans les pâtes faites à partir de farine somalienne, le restaurant permet aux convives de composer leurs propres plats de pâtes avec des sauces riches et aromatiques telles que crème à la truffe, Bolognaise et encre de calmar. Le menu propose des ingrédients frais, une vaste sélection de vins et liqueurs italiens, et des plats tels que des antipasti à la burrata, des pâtes servies dans une meule de fromage, et des côtes braisées. Avec une ambiance chaleureuse et animée et un service convivial, Bencotto est idéal pour les soirées en amoureux, les dîners décontractés ou les occasions spéciales, offrant un voyage culinaire mémorable et raffiné.
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Pâtes personnalisables avec des pâtes fraîches fabriquées sur place et des sauces riches comme la crème de truffe et la bolognaise.
Entrées fraîches comprenant burrata au pesto, salades balsamiques et fleurs de courgette.
Liste soigneusement sélectionnée de vins italiens, liqueurs et cocktails pour accompagner votre repas.
Des plats tels que le cioppino et les pâtes à l'encre de seiche, mettant en valeur des ingrédients frais et savoureux.
Réservations disponibles pour les groupes, offrant une ambiance animée pour les occasions spéciales.
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!
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!!!
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.
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.
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.
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