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Il Fornaio - San Jose, San Jose, CA

Il Fornaio - San Jose

4.3
4.3
4191 Reviews
$30 and under
Italian

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2 people
7:00 pm
Booked 18 times today
  • Good for special occasions
  • Good for business meals
  • Charming
Il Fornaio means 'The Baker' in Italian. This award-winning restaurant offers an authentic and unique dining experience. Specialties include wood-fired rotisserie and grilled meats, poultry and game; housemade pastas; pizzas from an oak wood burning oven; fresh salads and housemade 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, Vegetarian / Vegan, Pizzeria
  • Hours of Operation
    Breakfast Mon–Fri 6:30 am–10:00 am Sat, Sun 7:00 am–10:00 am Lunch Daily 12:00 pm–3:00 pm Dinner Daily 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (408) 271-3366
  • Website
    http://ilfornaio.com/location/il-fornaio-san-jose/
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive Chef
    Michael Suttle
  • Catering
    Il Fornaio offers full service off-site catering. Please contact the Il Fornaio catering department at (408)271-3350.
  • Private party facilities
    Il Fornaio San Jose offers 3 private dining rooms inside the restaurant, accommodating groups from 5-35. Contact the Event Coordinator at BanquetsSJ@ilfo.com or 408-271-3351 for information on how to book a private party.
  • Private party contact
    Kaci Peel: (408) 271-3351
  • Location
    302 South Market St., San Jose, CA 95113
  • Area
    San Jose
  • Cross Street
    San Carlos St.
  • Parking details
    There is street parking available, and there are several public parking lots in the area.
  • Public transit
    City bus and light rail stops are located nearby
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cafe, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Takeaway, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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What 4,191 people are saying

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4.3
4.3 based on recent ratings
  • 4.3Food
  • 4.2Service
  • 4.5Ambience
  • 4Value

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Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Il Fornaio - San Jose offers a delightful dining experience with "great food and service" and a charming atmosphere. Guests appreciate the "delicious Italian dishes" and the restaurant's convenient location near the Performing Arts Center. The staff is often praised for being attentive, ensuring a memorable visit.

4,191 Reviews

  1. Siaosi

    Hawaii

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The food was fantastic and the service was really perfect

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  2. David

    Hawaii

    4 reviews

    4.0

    4 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    I asked my wife to marry me at this restaurant and so it has emotional meaning to us My Gamberini dish had only 2 shrimp ( in the shell and 4 scallops and a HUGE mound of Polenta way over balanced. My wife's Genovese Salmon was delicious although and our waiter Sergio couldn't have been more accommodating

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  3. Robert

    San Francisco

    10 reviews

    4.0

    10 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Our favorite location is in Palo Alto. We had a delicious meal. Our small misfortunes were the kids behind my wife, having to ask for more water more than once, and the table choice - close to the kitchen and surrounded by bigger tables - was not conducive to a special date night. Still a charming and memorable experience.

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  4. Zerriett

    VIP

    San Francisco

    18 reviews

    4.0

    18 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    The ravioli was cold and was sent back to the kitchen.

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  5. Jill

    VIP

    San Francisco

    9 reviews

    1.0

    9 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The food was absolutely horrible!My vodka penne tasted like Mac n Cheese.Our bruschetta appetizer was ice cold and was saturated with olive oil.Parking was almost impossible,Luckly we finally found something far away. FYI restroom is outside of restaurant,have to trek down 3 flights of stairs or wait forever for elevator. Service staff was excellent though

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  6. Samantha

    San Francisco

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 8 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The staff were extremely kind and accommodating for my Mother’s birthday lunch! They truly made her feel special. The food was so delicious, but the gnocchi appetizer was our favorite. Will be returning.

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  7. Harvey

    VIP

    New Jersey

    36 reviews

    3.0

    36 reviews

    Dined on 7 February 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 4
     the food here was very good. Problem is that Online they reference gluten-free options but the only options confirmed were gluten-free pasta. Couldn’t do the chicken or other dishes because of the sauces. Same thing happened with all of the desserts, including gelato? Waitress seemed interested in other things rather than serving us. 

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  8. Sandi or Richard

    San Francisco

    49 reviews

    4.0

    49 reviews

    Dined on 27 January 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Always a pleasant dining experience! Dined with friends and all of us enjoyed our meal and time at Il Fornaio.

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  9. Jeff

    VIP

    San Francisco

    28 reviews

    3.0

    28 reviews

    Dined on 26 January 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 3
    The food was good, but our first server was rude and argumentative, which ruined our experience. We will not return any time soon.

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  10. Tara

    VIP

    San Francisco

    17 reviews

    1.0

    17 reviews

    Dined on 26 January 2025

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 4
    Our server was over extended and w early saw her. EVERY food plate came out stone cold with no one checking back. This is our second time eating here when in town. Each time very subpar and we love il Fornaio Sac with amazing experiences there. We will skip here moving forward and go to Morton’s instead. Should avoid here

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FAQs

Il Fornaio - San Jose offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (408) 271-3366.

Il Fornaio - San Jose is rated 4.3 stars by 4191 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
7:00 pm
Booked 18 times today

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Google Map for Il Fornaio - San Jose

302 South Market St., San Jose, CA 95113

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    San Carlos St.
  • Area
    San Jose
  • Hours of Operation
    Breakfast Mon–Fri 6:30 am–10:00 am Sat, Sun 7:00 am–10:00 am Lunch Daily 12:00 pm–3:00 pm Dinner Daily 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Italian, Vegetarian / Vegan, Pizzeria
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    There is street parking available, and there are several public parking lots in the area.
  • Public transit
    City bus and light rail stops are located nearby
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Michael Suttle
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cafe, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Takeaway, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Website
    http://ilfornaio.com/location/il-fornaio-san-jose/
  • Phone number
    (408) 271-3366
  • Catering
    Il Fornaio offers full service off-site catering. Please contact the Il Fornaio catering department at (408)271-3350.
  • Private party facilities
    Il Fornaio San Jose offers 3 private dining rooms inside the restaurant, accommodating groups from 5-35. Contact the Event Coordinator at BanquetsSJ@ilfo.com or 408-271-3351 for information on how to book a private party.
  • Private party contact
    Kaci Peel: (408) 271-3351
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