Buca di Beppo Italian Restaurant

4.1
1654 reviews

About

Italian RestaurantFamily Style Restaurant

Details

  • Dine-inAvailable
  • DeliveryAvailable
  • TakeoutAvailable
  • Accepts reservationsAvailable

Location

Buca di Beppo Italian Restaurant
440 J Street, San Diego, CA
92101, United States

Hours

Reviews

4.1
1,654 reviews
5 stars
924
4 stars
342
3 stars
183
2 stars
74
1 star
131

What are people saying?

AI-generated from recent customer reviews

Service Quality

Service quality varied significantly, with some customers praising attentive staff while others reported long wait times and poor service.

Food Quality

Food received mixed reviews; while many enjoyed the large portions and authentic flavors, others found the food mediocre or disappointing.

Atmosphere

The restaurant's atmosphere was generally well-received, described as inviting and suitable for family gatherings or celebrations.

Staff Performance

Several reviews highlighted specific staff members, particularly Jessie, for their exceptional service, contributing positively to the dining experience.

Reservation Issues

Some customers experienced issues with reservations and seating, leading to dissatisfaction with the overall service.
  • KK
    Kay
    3 days ago
    5.0
    Such a romantic, gorgeous and delicious place to spend time with my love, or my loved ones ✨ Great music, and great staff on top of amazing pasta Arturo and Ynette were so attentive, friendly and charismatic; I really appreciate the welcoming hospitality, I felt right at home! Will be coming here most often
  • JY
    J ya
    Jan 3, 2026
    3.0
    Definitely not the Bucca Di beppo experience it use to be. Alot has changed due to new ownership is what we were told. The Caesar salad has downgraded with sub par Ingredients and is just not worth the price anymore. I recommend skipping the salads and go straight to the main entrees because the pizza is still delicious. The service is really good and the staff is very kind but they are way under staffed due to the inconsistency of business at this location. As soon as it gets busy the staff cannot keep up.
  • LP
    lulu perfecto
    Dec 21, 2025
    5.0
    I happened to find the place by accident. The food and the knowledge of the staff made the experience enjoyable. I tried their recommendations , it's delicious!
  • DA
    David Anaya
    Dec 6, 2025
    5.0
    Absolutely amazing experience! The food was authentic, fresh, and bursting with flavor. The pasta was perfectly cooked, the sauces were rich and homemade, and the pizza had the perfect crispy crust. The staff was friendly, attentive, and made us feel truly welcome. The atmosphere was cozy and inviting—perfect for a date night or family dinner. Highly recommend this place if you’re craving real Italian food!
  • MS
    Marinda Samai
    Nov 30, 2025
    1.0
    I’ve been to several Buca di Beppo’s, so when I saw one here in San Diego, my mom and I had to go! However, if this was my first time at this restaurant I would never go to another one again. The service was not what I expected, the waiter brought my appetizers and food out all at once. Then said they forgot to add the shrimp to my pasta and brings me a bowl of steamed shrimp to mix in myself. He just dropped the food on the table and walked away before I could even ask for anything else. The pasta was dry, nothing like what I’m used to at this franchise. When I asked for a manager, some guy comes up clearing the table and we were like are you the manager, that we are waiting on a manager, the guy proceeds to tell us “ yes that’s why I’m here”. He proceeded to say they are short staffed and that we are lucky he let us sit without a reservation. Meanwhile, there’s a lot of ppl waiting for a table without reservations since it was after an event at Petco park. Then don’t seat ppl if you can’t provide service. Thankfully was just once bad experience here but wouldn’t go back to this location.

Frequently Asked Questions About Buca di Beppo Italian Restaurant

Does Buca di Beppo Italian Restaurant accept reservations?

Yes, Buca di Beppo accepts reservations which can be made online through their reservation page.

What are the regular opening hours for Buca di Beppo Italian Restaurant?

The restaurant is open Monday to Thursday from 11:00 AM to 9:30 PM, Friday and Saturday from 11:00 AM to 10:30 PM, and Sunday from 11:00 AM to 9:00 PM.