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Il Fornaio - Del Mar, Del Mar, CA

Il Fornaio - Del Mar

4.4
4.4
2374 Reviews
$30 and under
Italian

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2 people
19:00
Booked 34 times today
  • Great for scenic views
  • Good for special occasions
  • Great for outdoor dining
Step inside Il Fornaio and take a culinary journey through Italy. Early mornings bring rustic, crisp crusted bread hot from the oven accompanied by the scent of fresh brewed espresso. During lunch and dinner hours, pastas and flavorful sauces simmer while meats and vegetables roast over hot coals. Bottles of wine from small, regional wineries are uncorked to complement the dishes, which have been crafted in the custom of Italy's chefs, bakers and homemakers. Specialties include wood-fired rotisserie and grilled meats, poultry and game; house made pastas; pizzas from an oak wood burning oven; fresh salads and house made soups; a wide variety of desserts; and fresh baked bread made daily from scratch. Repeat winner of the Wine Spectator Award of Excellence.
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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Italian
  • Hours of Operation
    Daily 12:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (858) 755-8876
  • Website
    https://www.ilfornaio.com/location/il-fornaio-del-mar/
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive Chef
    Roberto Gerbino
  • Private party facilities
    Il Fornaio in Del Mar offers private dining for parties of 8-250. With spaces from our outdoor Enoteca Wine Bar to our Ocean View Main Piazza there is a fit for every need. Come celebrate with excellent service in warm and stylish surroundings serving extraordinary authentic Italian food and wine.
  • Private party contact
    Deyona Rangel: (858) 755-9384

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What 2,374 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.4
4.4 based on recent ratings
  • 4.4Food
  • 4.3Service
  • 4.3Ambience
  • 4Value

Noise • Moderate

Diners' Choice Awards

  • North San Diego

    Great for scenic views

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Il Fornaio - Del Mar offers a delightful dining experience with "excellent service" and "delicious food." Guests rave about the "wonderful ocean views" and "lovely ambiance." While some reviews mention service inconsistencies, the restaurant's "amazing atmosphere" and "attentive staff" make it a must-visit for those seeking authentic Italian cuisine with a stunning backdrop.

2,374 Reviews

  1. Greg

    San Francisco

    14 reviews

    5.0

    14 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Always enjoy our experiences at Il Fornaio. Food is always excellent and the service is always great. Thanks for another good experience

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  2. Ron

    San Diego

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    We love Il Fornio at Del Mar Plaza and it has been our Christmas Eve tradition for over 25 years. We hope Il Fornio will always be at the plaza and our adult children plan to carry on this annual family favorite. We also enjoy Il Fornio throughout the year and have had many celebrations there❤️

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  3. Cody

    Baltimore

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great food, Franco was awesome as our waiter. Recommend!

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  4. G

    VIP

    San Diego

    44 reviews

    5.0

    44 reviews

    Dined on 22 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Our waiter, Jay, was outstanding!!!!! Personable, knowledgeable, and attentive

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  5. Danadana

    San Diego

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on 17 December 2024

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 3
    Freeing cold indoors, had to flag down server a few times. The food on special was mediocre while main menu was great

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  6. Steve

    VIP

    San Diego

    124 reviews

    5.0

    124 reviews

    Dined on 16 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We wanted to celebrate our new film with a little wine and dinner at the bar. Liam was the perfect host to make that happen. Service was top notch, the wine pairings with our meals were excellent and the atmosphere was local and friendly. Thanks for a great night, Liam...you have a great customer-centric attitude!

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  7. Koji

    VIP

    Los Angeles

    14 reviews

    4.0

    14 reviews

    Dined on 15 December 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Tasty food and great location. It was cold the night we went and we sat indoors, but the patio looked comfortable with heat lamps and I’m guessing it’s spectacular when it’s nice out

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  8. Lynette

    VIP

    Chicago

    1 review

    2.0

    1 review

    Dined on 14 December 2024

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 3
    Waited over 25 min to get 1st server. Service was soooo slow throughout the meal

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  9. Donna

    Los Angeles

    26 reviews

    5.0

    26 reviews

    Dined on 11 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We love Il Fornaio . Sam, our server was exceptional, food delicious & the heated patio with decor was lovely. Never disappointed when we go there. Thank you.

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  10. Naomi Hannah

    San Diego

    1 review

    1.0

    1 review

    Dined on 9 December 2024

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 1
    We have been coming to Il Forniao for at least 15 years. The ambiance on the patio was non existent. It was very cold- only three heaters. The portions are very small and the prices have gone up to unacceptable levels. My food was cold and we were still Hungry when we left. The manager did take care of one of our entrees- which was nice. But it’s sad to see a San Diego long time establishment come to this level.

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Il Fornaio - Del Mar is rated 4.4 stars by 2374 OpenTable diners.

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2 people
19:00
Booked 34 times today
Google Map for Il Fornaio - Del Mar

1555 Camino Del Mar, Del Mar, CA 92014

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    15th Street
  • Area
    Del Mar
  • Hours of Operation
    Daily 12:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Italian
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Valet
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Roberto Gerbino
  • Additional
    Bar Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining
  • Website
    https://www.ilfornaio.com/location/il-fornaio-del-mar/
  • Phone number
    (858) 755-8876
  • Private party facilities
    Il Fornaio in Del Mar offers private dining for parties of 8-250. With spaces from our outdoor Enoteca Wine Bar to our Ocean View Main Piazza there is a fit for every need. Come celebrate with excellent service in warm and stylish surroundings serving extraordinary authentic Italian food and wine.
  • Private party contact
    Deyona Rangel: (858) 755-9384

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