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Il Fornaio - Irvine, Irvine, CA

Il Fornaio - Irvine

4.6
4.6
4062 Reviews
$30 and under
Italian

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2 people
19:00
Booked 57 times today
Experiences are available.

About this restaurant

  • Good for special occasions
  • Good for business meals
  • Good for groups
Step inside Il Fornaio and take an award-winning culinary journey through Italy. Specialties include housemade pastas, wood-fired pizza, grilled fish, authentic risotto, and rotisserie meats. Using the freshest ingredients and traditional cooking techniques, Il Fornaio offers a wide variety of premium-quality Italian food paired with great cocktails and a Wine Spectator Award of Excellence wine list.
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Additional information

  • Location
    18051 Von Karman Avenue, Irvine, CA 92612
  • Phone number
    (949) 261-1444
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Italian
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon–Thu 11:30 am–9:00 pm Fri 11:30 am–10:00 pm Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Sun 5:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Complimentary self-parking or valet validated at restaurant.
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Jeff Burt

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Experiences

  • Il Fornaio's Silver Oak Wine Dinner

    3 Apr 2025 only
    Indulge in a five-course Italian feast perfectly paired with premium wines from Silver Oak. Enjoy dishes like Tortino di Granchio, Pizzoccheri, and Ossobuco di Vitello or Spigola Cilena, followed by Tiramisù al Pistacchio, with expert wine insights shared throughout this unforgettable evening. Price is $175 per person + tax and gratuity.
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Menu

Il Fornaio - Irvine's menu was last updated 2023-10-05.

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What 4,062 people are saying

Il Fornaio - Irvine reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.6
4.6 based on recent ratings
  • 4.6Food
  • 4.6Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.4Value

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Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Il Fornaio - Irvine is a beloved spot for Italian cuisine, renowned for its "amazing food" and "wonderful service." Diners rave about the "authentic flavors" and "great wine selections," perfect for special occasions. While some mention service inconsistencies, the "lovely ambiance" and "generous portions" ensure a memorable dining experience.

4,062 Reviews

  1. OpenTable Diner

    Austin4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The food was very good. The service personnel were attentive and friendly. A good value about $100 per person with a full 3 course meal and a bottle of wine.

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  2. OpenTable Diner VIP

    Orange County4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    All great - they are wonderful for birthdays Very happy with delicious meal

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  3. Joseph VIP

    New York City3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great experience either way an excellent gentleman named Tony who as a delight.

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  4. Jane VIP

    Orange County67 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Our party of four ordered the Arancini appetizer, pear salad, beef risotto special, lasagna and asparagus-stuffed salmon. Everything was delicious!

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  5. DaveG

    Orange County3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent, prompt and friendly service. Multiple seating options near the open kitchen, bar, atrium or outdoor dining. Delicious food choices. I will visit again.

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  6. OpenTable Diner VIP

    Orange County1 review

    5.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Absolutely amazing place to have dinner and the staff is so kind!

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  7. OrangeCountydiners

    San Diego2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 7 March 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Il Fornaio has been our family’s favorite restaurant since it opened. Most major family events, celebrations , birthdays, etc. have been enjoyed here. They retain their staff which makes it such fun to go and be greeted warmly by familiar faces. The food is so good, perfect portion sizes ( not too overwhelming and not too small). It remains our favorite restaurant of all.

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  8. Charles VIP

    Orange County21 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 5 March 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Came here for OC restaurant week. Great offer and tasty dishes. Place was busy during lunch hour.

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  9. Beverly VIP

    Orange County29 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 4 March 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent tasting meal, great service, and outside patio dining. Great spot for lunch!

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  10. Jackie

    Orange County3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 3 March 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    It was a pleasant experience at Il Fonaio. Food was amazing and service was above and beyond!

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FAQs

Il Fornaio - Irvine offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (949) 261-1444.

Il Fornaio - Irvine is rated 4.6 stars by 4062 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a booking

2 people
19:00
Booked 57 times today
Experiences are available.
Google Map for Il Fornaio - Irvine

18051 Von Karman Avenue, Irvine, CA 92612

Additional information

  • Phone number
    (949) 261-1444
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Italian
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon–Thu 11:30 am–9:00 pm Fri 11:30 am–10:00 pm Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Sun 5:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Complimentary self-parking or valet validated at restaurant.
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Jeff Burt

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