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Il Fornaio - Del Mar, Del Mar, CA

Il Fornaio - Del Mar

4.4
4.4
2368 Reviews
$30 and under
Italian
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Il Fornaio - Del Mar

4.4
$30 and under
Italian
Del Mar

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2 people
7:00 pm
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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  • 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
  • Location
    1555 Camino Del Mar, Del Mar, CA 92014
  • Area
    Del Mar
  • Cross Street
    15th Street
  • Parking details
    Valet
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar Dining, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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What 2,368 people are saying

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

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

  • 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.

2,368 Reviews

  1. Steve

    San Diego

    123 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    123 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    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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  2. Koji

    Los Angeles

    13 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    13 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    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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  3. Lynette

    Chicago

    1 review

    vip
    2.0

    1 review

    Dined 3 days ago

    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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  4. Donna

    Los Angeles

    26 reviews

    5.0

    26 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    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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  5. 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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  6. Cindi McDaniel

    Las Vegas

    23 reviews

    5.0

    23 reviews

    Dined on 30 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The service was excellent and the food was delicious.

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  7. Steve

    San Diego

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 29 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Ambiance, service and food was excellent. We’ve always enjoyed Il Fornaio in Palo Alto and our experience in Del Mar was of the same. Although expensive the quality and experience make worthwhile. We will be going back.

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  8. Channing

    Los Angeles

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 29 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Lovely service and perfect ambiance for our Thanksgiving dinner :)

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  9. Brian

    San Diego

    8 reviews

    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on 28 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Our party of 5 had a very enjoyable afternoon Thanksgiving dinner. Everything worked well and our server Angela took very good care of us. We have had several Thanksgiving dinners here and every one has been excellent.

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  10. Marianne

    San Francisco

    20 reviews

    2.0

    20 reviews

    Dined on 16 November 2024

    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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A photo of Il Fornaio - Del Mar restaurant

Il Fornaio - Del Mar

4.4
$30 and under
Italian
Del Mar

Make a booking

2 people
7:00 pm
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
    Banquet, Bar Dining, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • 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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