La Buona Forchetta – Italian
Golden light spills over rustic tables where the aroma of flash-fried montanara and crispy calamari fritti sets the stage for a vibrant, communal feast. Guests linger over artfully arranged taglieri and creamy burrata caprese, savoring the soulful warmth of tender polpettine and savory eggplant tortinos in an atmosphere that hums with the effortless charm of an Italian piazza.
La Buona Forchetta, Beech Street, South Park, Golden Hill, San Diego, San Diego County, California, 92102, United States https://buonaforchettasd.com0Cuisine: Italian
Price range: $$
Dietary options: dairy-free, gluten-free, halal, high-protein, keto, low-carb, vegan, vegetarian, heart-healthy, low-fat, low-sodium, mediterranean, paleo, pescatarian, plant-based, whole30, anti-inflammatory, atkins, dash-sodium-reduced, gerd, high-fiber, low-cholesterol, south-beach, aip, alkaline, renal, tlc, volumetrics, zone, lectin-free, macrobiotic, slow-carb, soy-free
Diet fit at La Buona Forchetta
Dairy-Free at La Buona Forchetta
La Buona Forchetta in San Diego has 10 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Eggplant Tortino, Focaccia and Penne al Funghi. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Gluten-Free at La Buona Forchetta
La Buona Forchetta in San Diego has 5 gluten-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Eggplant Tortino, Broccolini and Bruschettone. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Halal at La Buona Forchetta
La Buona Forchetta in San Diego has 19 halal-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Montanara, Eggplant Tortino and Focaccia. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
High-Protein at La Buona Forchetta
La Buona Forchetta in San Diego has 1 high-protein-tagged dish on its current menu, including Spaghetti Puttanesca. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Keto at La Buona Forchetta
La Buona Forchetta in San Diego has 1 keto-tagged dish on its current menu, including Broccolini. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Low-Carb at La Buona Forchetta
La Buona Forchetta in San Diego has 2 low-carb-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Broccolini and Tagliere Misto. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegan at La Buona Forchetta
La Buona Forchetta in San Diego has 12 vegan-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Eggplant Tortino, Focaccia and Penne al Funghi. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegetarian at La Buona Forchetta
La Buona Forchetta in San Diego has 22 vegetarian-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Montanara, Eggplant Tortino and Focaccia. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
How tags work: Dish-level menu analysis by Chefi's rule-based diet engine with AI assistance; nutrition values are estimated from ingredients unless marked verified. Allergen and certification claims are never inferred.
What to order at La Buona Forchetta
| Dish | Net carbs | Protein |
|---|---|---|
| Regina Margherita | 5.4 g | 46.1 g |
| Beet Salad | 108.3 g | 44.5 g |
| Tagliere Misto | 13.6 g | 41.6 g |
| Sottoterra | 68.2 g | 36.3 g |
| Cannoli | 85.7 g | 26 g |
| Spaghetti Puttanesca | 14.5 g | 24.5 g |
| Margherita | 18.8 g | 23.5 g |
| Polpettine | 10.4 g | 22.7 g |
| Piemonte | 48.4 g | 22.6 g |
| Fattore | 75 g | 20.1 g |
| Focaccia | 1.2 g | 17.8 g |
| Lasagna Vegetariana | 9.5 g | 17.4 g |
Nutrition values are estimated from ingredients.
Currently open
Hours
- Monday - Sunday
- 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Menu
Antipasti
- Montanara - $15: Fried pizza bites, chef’s creation Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Artichokes - $20: Artichoke hearts, fresh herbs, evoo, garlic Dietary tags: Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Anti-Inflammatory, AIP, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Calamari Fritti - $19: Fried calamari, marinara Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Eggplant Tortino - $15: Eggplant, marinara, stracciata Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Alkaline, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Polpettine - $16: Beef meatballs, tomato sauce, & grated parmigiano Available at: dinner, lunch
- Bruschettone - $16: Chef’s creation Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Tagliere Misto - $28: Combination of artisanal cheeses and meats, serves 2 Dietary tags: Low-Carb, South-Beach Available at: dinner, lunch
- Focaccia - $8: Woodfire Italian flatbread with Rosemary, Himalayan pink salt Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Anti-Inflammatory, Low-Cholesterol, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
Salads
- Burrata Caprese - $18: Organic tomatoes, burrata, evoo, balsamic glaze Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Fattore - $13: Mixed greens, grape tomatoes, walnuts, and parmesan cheese Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Sottoterra - $16: Carrots, fennel, parsnip, onions, mixed greens, goat cheese Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Piemonte - $15: Spinach, gorgonzola cheese, pear, sliced almonds, balsamic Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Beet Salad - $16: Organic mixed greens, beets, lentils, goat cheese, parmigiano, balsamic Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Radicchio - $16: Radicchio and cauliflower salad, salami picante, pine nuts, basil, ricotta salata, currant vinaigrette Available at: dinner, lunch
- Insalata Vegana - $15: Organic baby spinach, chickpeas, cranberry, quinoa, Italian balsamic dressing Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
Pasta
- Spaghetti Puttanesca - $21: Cherry tomatoes, black olives, capers, onions and garlic Dietary tags: High-Protein, Halal, Pescatarian, Anti-Inflammatory, Low-Cholesterol Available at: dinner, lunch
- Penne al Funghi - $20: Shallots, garlic, parsley, mix mushrooms Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Ravioli Vegan - $26: Stuffed ravioli with asparagus puree and seasonal julienne vegetables Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Lasagna Bolognese - $26: Fresh homemade pasta and ground beef ragu, béchamel sauce, parmesan cheese Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Volumetrics Available at: dinner, lunch
- Lasagna Vegetariana - $24: Fresh homemade pasta, zucchini, asparagus, mixed mushrooms, béchamel, smoked mozzarella Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
Pizza
- Margherita - $18: San Marzano tomatoes, mozzarella, basil, evoo Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Marinara - $15: San Marzano tomatoes, oregano, garlic, grape tomatoes Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Regina Margherita - $20: Mozzarella di bufala, grape tomatoes, basil, parmigiano Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Lina - $23: Pepperoni, nduja, mozzarella, stracciata, spicy honey Available at: dinner, lunch
- Nicola - $23: Mozzarella, mushrooms, prosciutto di parma, truffle oil Available at: dinner, lunch
Sides
- Broccolini - $9: Broccolini with shallot, evoo & black pepper Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC, Alkaline, Renal, Slow-Carb, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Roasted Potatoes - $9: Roasted potatoes with rosemary & melted smoked mozzarella Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, GERD-Friendly, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Sauteed Mixed Mushrooms - $9: Sauteed mixed mushrooms with parsley & garlic Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
Desserts
- Tiramisu - $14: Ladyfingers cookies dipped in espresso, mascarpone cream, powder cocoa Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
- Panna Cotta - $10: Aromatized vanilla cream flan topped with mixed berry Dietary tags: Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
- Cannoli - $10: Fried pastry shells filled with ricotta cream & chocolate chips, pistachio crumbs Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, High-Fiber
Beverages
- Italian Spritzer - $16: Aperol, prosecco, club soda Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Buona Forchetta Blonde - $8: Draft Blonde Ale Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based
- Galvanina Organic Soda - $6.5: Lemonade, Pomegranate, Grapefruit, Blood Orange, Ginger Beer, or Ginger Ale Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Low-Cholesterol, TLC
Frequently Asked Questions about La Buona Forchetta
- Is La Buona Forchetta dairy-free-friendly?
- Yes. La Buona Forchetta has 10 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Eggplant Tortino, Focaccia and Penne al Funghi.
- What can I eat at La Buona Forchetta on a dairy-free diet?
- Eggplant Tortino, Focaccia and Penne al Funghi carry the dairy-free tag, out of 10 tagged dishes on the current menu. Every dish's diet tags are listed in the menu.
- Does La Buona Forchetta have vegan options?
- Yes. 12 dishes are tagged vegan on the current menu, including Eggplant Tortino and Focaccia.
- Is La Buona Forchetta gluten-free?
- 5 dishes are tagged gluten-free on the current menu. Chefi never infers allergen tags from a dish name alone, but a tag is not a certification — confirm preparation with the restaurant if you have celiac disease or a severe sensitivity.
- What is the highest-protein dish at La Buona Forchetta?
- Regina Margherita, at roughly 46.1g of protein (estimated from ingredients).
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