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Il Fornaio - Carmel, Carmel, CA

Il Fornaio - Carmel

4.6
4.6
2300 Reviews
$30 and under
Italian

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2 people
19:00
Booked 33 times today
  • Good for special occasions
  • Neighbourhood gem
  • Charming
Il Fornaio means the Baker in Italian. Located in downtown Carmel, Il Fornaio offers an authentic and unique Italian dining experience and a Wine Spectator Award of Excellence wine list. Enjoy wood-fired rotisserie and grilled meats, poultry and game; house made and imported pastas; pizzas from an oak wood burning oven; fresh salads and house made soups; antipasti and a wide variety of desserts made daily from scratch.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Italian
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon–Thu 12:00–20:30 Mon–Fri 07:30–10:00 Fri 12:00–21:00 Sat 07:30–21:00 Sun 07:30–20:30
  • Phone number
    (831) 622-5100
  • Website
    https://www.ilfornaio.com/location/il-fornaio-carmel/
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive Chef
    Gabriel Rodriguez
  • Catering
    Catering services through our take-out retail area are available and include: • Boxed Lunch – sandwich, salad, Italian cookie and drink packaged individually. • Platters – pastries, sandwiches, salads or cookies. Perfect for any social or business meeting held at your location. <br />Larger off-site full service catering is also available by request. Please contact our on-site Event Coordinator for more details.
  • Private party facilities
    Il Fornaio offers distinct dining options for large or small groups. We will assist in creating a special menu perfectly suited for the needs of your group.
  • Private party contact
    Paris Lohman - Event Coordinator: (831) 622-5108

Menu

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What 2,300 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.6
4.6 based on recent ratings
  • 4.6Food
  • 4.6Service
  • 4.5Ambience
  • 4.3Value

Noise • Moderate

Diners' Choice Awards

  • California Central Coast

    Good for groups

  • Monterey / Carmel

    Good for groups

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Il Fornaio - Carmel offers "exquisite food, simply divine" and "amazing service" in a charming setting with ocean views. Guests rave about the "delicious Italian cuisine, super services," and the welcoming staff, especially Sergio. While some experience longer waits, the "vibrant atmosphere" and "outstanding" dishes make it a "favorite in Carmel."

2,300 Reviews

  1. Hannah

    Los Angeles

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    A beautiful restaurant. Great staff, perfect for a date night!

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  2. Danielle

    New Orleans

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great place! We went on Valentine’s Day and it was great!

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  3. Kathy

    VIP

    Central Coast

    66 reviews

    5.0

    66 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We celebrated Valentines Day with a wonderful dinner and superb service. Our server - Aeden was so attentive and professional, it just made the evening more perfect for us. We have never been disappointed in anything we’ve ordered- this is our neighborhood go to and we just love the ambience and menu, also a great cocktail and wine selection.

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  4. christine

    VIP

    Central Coast

    20 reviews

    4.0

    20 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Food was good and we got Valentines specials. The service was outstanding. It was cold and drafty were we sat at the end if the hall. I did ask if they could close the door and I was told they were not able too. The door was open to outside and it was too busy to move to another table, is my only complaint. Just dont sit there and you will have a great time with a great meal!

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  5. Elsa

    San Francisco

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 9 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Everything was great! Came for the birthday weekend and got a free dessert.

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  6. Chuck

    VIP

    Greater Boston

    614 reviews

    3.0

    614 reviews

    Dined on 8 February 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 3
    Friendly server. Nice table & setting. 1st time eating non-pizza here. We love the pizza, but the dinner food was just OK. Salmon undercooked & chicken overcooked. Salad overdressed & minestrone tasteless. So we’ll be back for pizza, but that’s it for us.

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  7. Ann

    San Francisco

    14 reviews

    5.0

    14 reviews

    Dined on 6 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We both pick this place for our birthdays often! That to tell you everything

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  8. Peter

    VIP

    San Francisco

    24 reviews

    4.0

    24 reviews

    Dined on 2 February 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Charming restaurant attached to an elegant Carmel hotel. Dependably good Italian food and service. Lively bar scene, especially on weekends.

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  9. Nadia

    VIP

    Central Coast

    116 reviews

    5.0

    116 reviews

    Dined on 2 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    What a awesome experience, from the gracious hostesses welcoming upon entering, to super & attentive services to as delicious & authentic Italian cuisine. Every dish we ordered was done to perfection. Can’t go wrong on any choice. Add beautify set venue👍. To sum il Fornaio is the gem of Carmel by the sea to go to for any occasion . Our favorite relaxing dinning which we would go to celebrate or just dine in with friends or alone. Thank you team il Fornaio for making our dinning always special👍 I give 10+++🙏

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  10. Mickey

    Central Coast

    4 reviews

    4.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on 1 February 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Overall a great experience BUT for some reason we felt rushed and actually had to tell the server we wanted to enjoy ourselves. His first greeting was with multiple questions; would you like any water, do you want a drink from the bar, are you going to have an appetizer and what would you like for a main course, ALL asked at the same time. This happened on a previous visit as well so I’m not sure we’ll be back. The food was excellent so probably will.

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FAQs

Il Fornaio - Carmel offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (831) 622-5100.

Il Fornaio - Carmel is rated 4.6 stars by 2300 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

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2 people
19:00
Booked 33 times today

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Google Map for Il Fornaio - Carmel

Ocean Avenue & Monte Verde St, Carmel, CA 93921

Additional information

  • Area
    Carmel
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon–Thu 12:00–20:30 Mon–Fri 07:30–10:00 Fri 12:00–21:00 Sat 07:30–21:00 Sun 07:30–20:30
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Italian
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Gabriel Rodriguez
  • Additional
    Bar Dining, Indoor Fireplace, Patio/Outdoor Dining
  • Website
    https://www.ilfornaio.com/location/il-fornaio-carmel/
  • Phone number
    (831) 622-5100
  • Catering
    Catering services through our take-out retail area are available and include: • Boxed Lunch – sandwich, salad, Italian cookie and drink packaged individually. • Platters – pastries, sandwiches, salads or cookies. Perfect for any social or business meeting held at your location. <br />Larger off-site full service catering is also available by request. Please contact our on-site Event Coordinator for more details.
  • Private party facilities
    Il Fornaio offers distinct dining options for large or small groups. We will assist in creating a special menu perfectly suited for the needs of your group.
  • Private party contact
    Paris Lohman - Event Coordinator: (831) 622-5108
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