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Il Fornaio - Del Mar, Del Mar, CA

Il Fornaio - Del Mar

4.4
4.4
2359 Reviews
$30 and under
Italian

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2 people
19:00
Booked 27 times today
  • Great for scenic views
  • Great for outdoor dining
  • Good for special occasions
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
    Tanya Coffey: (858) 755-9384

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What 2,359 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.4
4.4 based on recent ratings
  • 4.4Food
  • 4.4Service
  • 4.4Ambience
  • 4.1Value

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 stunning ocean view and a tranquil ambiance, making it a perfect spot for dining. Guests rave about the "wonderful service" and "delicious food," with standout items like the ahi tuna appetizer and espresso martinis. While some mention service inconsistencies, many appreciate the attentive staff and romantic setting.

2,359 Reviews

  1. Marianne

    San Francisco

    20 reviews

    2.0

    20 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 3
    The food was marginal at best. I gave it a 2 out 5. It is not what I would call authentic. I had lobster risotto from the “Specials” menu and I had to hunt through the risotto to find a few pieces of lobster. I could tell it was there though because the dish tasted fishy. Bread is not complimentary, definitely not an authentic touch. The house salad was ok, exactly as described—lettuce, croutons, and a bit of parmigiana cheese. This is chain food, I would not call it authentic Italian as they advertise.

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  2. Brandon

    San Diego

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 6 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great food and ambiance. Views are great from the patio. The sauce on the rigatoni alla vodka was decadent and delicious, and the short rib ravioli was amazing too.

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  3. OpenTable Diner

    San Diego

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 3 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Overall, it was a great experience. I have a picky eater, and our server recommended him something off the menu that he loved.

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  4. Dennis

    Louisville

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on 3 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Awesome place and food service was great also great place to go eat will be back

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  5. Ella

    San Diego

    1 review

    2.0

    1 review

    Dined on 1 November 2024

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 3
    Ordered ricotta and bread. The ricotta was great but the bread was stale and hard to eat. Service was also poor. Made a reservation 2 weeks in advanced but staff was not prepared and did not have an open table for me. Also had to wait a total of 20 minutes for the check and get my card back.

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  6. Maryana

    San Diego

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on 27 October 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Love the atmosphere at the restaurant and very nice designs

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  7. Stacey

    San Diego

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on 20 October 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 3
    Great Food as expected - was informed when we arrived that the table we requested could not be accommodated which was disappointing since we made reservations. otherwise overall average service but outstanding dinner.

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  8. Rob

    San Diego

    2 reviews

    4.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 5 October 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Wanted to take my wife somewhere special for her birthday and so glad I stumbled upon this gem! Everything was fantastic - the atmosphere was pleasant, the service friendly and attentive, the food was hand’s down incredible.

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  9. Susan

    Los Angeles

    42 reviews

    3.0

    42 reviews

    Dined on 30 September 2024

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 5
    I celebrated my birthday and honestly I was very disappointed. The table was set with a nice note wishing me a happy birthday but that was the only thing that made me feel special. Usually when your water glasses are empty, nobody came around to even check. Our portions were minimal - I ordered the ravioli and was hungry when I left. We asked for bread and when our meal was practically over, the waitress said well I didn’t charge you. My husband and I dined at your restaurant within the last year at the CSA Retirement Chapter and raved about it and looked forward to returning but the service was completely different. We felt ignored.

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  10. Peter

    Palm Springs

    7 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on 29 September 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great location view is awesome. Food top quality and good service.

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Il Fornaio - Del Mar is rated 4.4 stars by 2359 OpenTable diners.

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2 people
19:00
Booked 27 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
    Tanya Coffey: (858) 755-9384

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