Public records confirm that on October 7, the San Diego County Department of Environmental Health and Quality conducted a routine inspection of Buona Forchetta's original location that revealed several serious health code violations, including a major vermin issue, improper handwashing facilities, and unsanitary floors, walls, and ceilings. The restaurant was officially ordered closed following the routine inspection, and it has not yet been revealed whether the establishment has been cleared to reopen.
Located at 3001 Beech Street, the closure marks another setback in what has been a turbulent year for the Buona Forchetta restaurant group. The company, known for its popular Neapolitan-style pizzas and family-oriented charm, faced national headlines earlier this year after an ICE raid at the same location led to multiple worker detentions and an ongoing federal labor investigation. In the months since, the group has struggled to regain stability, reopening several of its restaurants amid continued scrutiny over both employment and management practices.
Located at 3001 Beech Street, the closure marks another setback in what has been a turbulent year for the Buona Forchetta restaurant group. The company, known for its popular Neapolitan-style pizzas and family-oriented charm, faced national headlines earlier this year after an ICE raid at the same location led to multiple worker detentions and an ongoing federal labor investigation. In the months since, the group has struggled to regain stability, reopening several of its restaurants amid continued scrutiny over both employment and management practices.
County records show that the South Park location failed inspection due to significant health and safety deficiencies. The vermin-related violation was classified as “major,” a designation typically reserved for the most severe threats to food safety and public health. Such closures generally remain in effect until follow-up inspections confirm full compliance.
The restaurant group has not issued a public statement regarding the latest closure. Buona Forchetta’s South Park outpost is considered the flagship of the brand’s growing Southern California empire, which includes locations in Coronado, Encinitas, Liberty Station, San Clemente, and Newport Beach. For the time being, the community waits for clarity on the status of the South Park location.
Buona Forchetta is located at 3001 Beech Street in San Diego's South Park. For more information, visit buonaforchettasd.com.
The restaurant group has not issued a public statement regarding the latest closure. Buona Forchetta’s South Park outpost is considered the flagship of the brand’s growing Southern California empire, which includes locations in Coronado, Encinitas, Liberty Station, San Clemente, and Newport Beach. For the time being, the community waits for clarity on the status of the South Park location.
Buona Forchetta is located at 3001 Beech Street in San Diego's South Park. For more information, visit buonaforchettasd.com.
Originally published on October 9, 2025.
