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4.6
- 4.6Food
- 4.6Service
- 4.5Ambience
- 4.3Value
Noise • Moderate
Il Fornaio - Carmel
4.6
2317 Reviews
$30 and under
Italian
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2 people
Mar 31, 2025
March 2025
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8:30 PM
About this restaurant
- Good for special occasions
- Neighborhood gem
- Charming
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Additional information
- Dining styleCasual Dining
- Price$30 and under
- CuisinesItalian
- Hours of operationMon–Thu 12:00 pm–8:30 pm Mon–Fri 7:30 am–10:00 am Fri 12:00 pm–9:00 pm Sat 7:30 am–9:00 pm Sun 7:30 am–8:30 pm
- Phone number
- Payment optionsAMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
- Dress codeCasual Dress
- Executive chefGabriel Rodriguez
- CateringCatering services through our take-out retail area are available and include: • Boxed Lunch – sandwich, salad, Italian cookie and drink packaged individually. • Platters – pastries, sandwiches, salads or cookies. Perfect for any social or business meeting held at your location. <br />Larger off-site full service catering is also available by request. Please contact our on-site Event Coordinator for more details.
- Private party facilitiesIl Fornaio offers distinct dining options for large or small groups. We will assist in creating a special menu perfectly suited for the needs of your group.
- Private party contactParis Lohman - Event Coordinator: (831) 622-5108
- NeighborhoodCarmel
- Parking detailsStreet Parking
- AdditionalBanquet, Bar Dining, Beer, BYO Wine, Cafe, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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What 2,317 people are saying
Il Fornaio - Carmel reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.
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Loved For
Monterey / Carmel
Good for groups
Review summary
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Il Fornaio in Carmel offers a charming ambiance with "delicious authentic Italian cuisine" and "wonderful & friendly reception." Patrons appreciate the "beautiful venue" with spectacular sunset views and "excellent service." While some experiences vary, the restaurant remains a "favorite dining destination" for its consistent quality and lively bar scene.
2,317 Reviews
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Karen
Central Coast4 reviews
5.0Dined 1 day ago
- Overall 5
- Food 5
- Service 5
- Ambience 5
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Julia
San Francisco1 review
4.0Dined 3 days ago
- Overall 4
- Food 4
- Service 5
- Ambience 5
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Clark VIP
San Francisco16 reviews
4.0Dined 7 days ago
- Overall 4
- Food 4
- Service 4
- Ambience 4
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Brian VIP
San Francisco4 reviews
4.0Dined on March 24, 2025
- Overall 4
- Food 4
- Service 5
- Ambience 3
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OpenTable Diner
San Francisco1 review
5.0Dined on March 23, 2025
- Overall 5
- Food 5
- Service 5
- Ambience 5
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Mike VIP
Monterrey22 reviews
5.0Dined on March 22, 2025
- Overall 5
- Food 5
- Service 5
- Ambience 5
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Nadia VIP
Central Coast119 reviews
5.0Dined on March 19, 2025
- Overall 5
- Food 5
- Service 5
- Ambience 5
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Patricia A. VIP
San Francisco61 reviews
5.0Dined on March 15, 2025
- Overall 5
- Food 5
- Service 5
- Ambience 5
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Debbie VIP
Orange County7 reviews
5.0Dined on March 10, 2025
- Overall 5
- Food 5
- Service 5
- Ambience 5
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Jennifer VIP
Houston8 reviews
5.0Dined on March 10, 2025
- Overall 5
- Food 5
- Service 5
- Ambience 5
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FAQs
Il Fornaio - Carmel offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (831) 622-5100.
Il Fornaio - Carmel is rated 4.6 stars by 2317 OpenTable diners.
Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.
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Ocean Avenue & Monte Verde St, Carmel, CA 93921
Additional information
- NeighborhoodCarmel
- Hours of operationMon–Thu 12:00 pm–8:30 pm Mon–Fri 7:30 am–10:00 am Fri 12:00 pm–9:00 pm Sat 7:30 am–9:00 pm Sun 7:30 am–8:30 pm
- Price$30 and under
- CuisinesItalian
- Dining styleCasual Dining
- Dress codeCasual Dress
- Parking detailsStreet Parking
- Payment optionsAMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
- Executive chefGabriel Rodriguez
- AdditionalBanquet, Bar Dining, Beer, BYO Wine, Cafe, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
- Phone number
- CateringCatering services through our take-out retail area are available and include: • Boxed Lunch – sandwich, salad, Italian cookie and drink packaged individually. • Platters – pastries, sandwiches, salads or cookies. Perfect for any social or business meeting held at your location. <br />Larger off-site full service catering is also available by request. Please contact our on-site Event Coordinator for more details.
- Private party facilitiesIl Fornaio offers distinct dining options for large or small groups. We will assist in creating a special menu perfectly suited for the needs of your group.
- Private party contactParis Lohman - Event Coordinator: (831) 622-5108