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Il Fornaio - Del Mar, Del Mar, CA

Il Fornaio - Del Mar

4.4
4.4
2402 Reviews
$30 and under
Italian

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 20 times today
Experiences are available.

About this restaurant

  • 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
    Deyona Rangel: (858) 755-9384
  • Location
    1555 Camino Del Mar, Del Mar, CA 92014
  • Neighborhood
    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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Experiences

  • Il Fornaio's Silver Oak Wine Dinner

    Mar 26, 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.
    Il Fornaio's Silver Oak Wine Dinner Photo

Menu

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

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What 2,402 people are saying

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

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.4
4.4 based on recent ratings
  • 4.4Food
  • 4.6Service
  • 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 "magical sunset" and "wonderful ocean views" that enhance the dining atmosphere. Guests appreciate the "excellent service" provided by attentive staff like Emi and Juan. The menu features "great bolognese & pasta" and "delicious food," complemented by a "comprehensive wine list." Despite occasional service hiccups, the restaurant remains a charming favorite for many, known for its "beautiful views" and memorable experiences.

2,403 Reviews

  1. OpenTable Diner

    Seattle5 reviews

    5.0

    Dined today

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Food was very good and the service was on point. The covered outdoor heated patio can be surprisingly noisy so we opted for inside.

    1 person found this helpful

  2. OpenTable Diner VIP

    Denver2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined today

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    We sat on the patio - beautiful view but loud! Bernardo our waiter was great!

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  3. Debaditya

    San Diego4 reviews

    4.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    My son ordered RIGATONI ALLA VODKA which was pretty good and so was MARGHERITA Pizza. We has also ordered BRANZINO LIVORNESE which was not great. We had opted for outdoor seating which was good. I would have rather preferred to go during daytime for the ocean view.

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  4. Greg VIP

    San Diego37 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Food was very good and the waitress was very kind, patience and attentive to our needs.

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  5. Ismael

    San Diego2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 8, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    I had a wonderful lunch with a beautiful view. The waiter was amazing and made us feel very welcome.

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  6. ellen

    Tampa6 reviews

    3.0

    Dined on March 8, 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    I had fond memories of their food from previous dining experiences in other locations. This one was very disappointing. The signature cocktail was ordinary. The butternut squash and walnut ravioli was supposed to be a brown butter sage sauce but it was tomato primarily which drowned out the expected subtle flavors. My guys pasta was a bland tasting “Mac and cheese” style tube pasta and not even rich and gooey like a good m&c. A desert to make up for food was some whipped cream in a glass with a little bit of strawberry syrup. It was all very flavorless. I rarely write a bad review figuring an occasional misstep was accidental. These chiefs need to read their menu and taste the food to make sure it matches the description.

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  7. OpenTable Diner

    San Diego1 review

    3.0

    Dined on March 7, 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 3
    Unfortunately the food was okay not very flavorful. We both had pasta dishes.

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  8. Al VIP

    San Diego123 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 1, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Another great dining experience. Our server Bernardo, was fantastic.

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  9. Joseph VIP

    Palm Springs17 reviews

    3.0

    Dined on February 26, 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    service was great....it wasnt busy at all but the food was only just a little above warm...didnt say anything because we were having a nice time with friends.. the waiter was great attentive but not intrusive..gave us plenty of time..
    Il Fornaio - Del MarResponded on March 2, 2025
    Grazie mille for taking the time to share your feedback with us. We take our guest's comments very seriously and are so sorry to hear that you were disappointed with mediocre food. We want to assure you that providing poor-quality food is not the standard that we set for our restaurants. It is our utmost priority to provide our guests with carefully prepared, authentic Italian cuisine and the warm hospitality we are known for. We will share this feedback with our chef and management team and sincerely hope that you will give us another chance!

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  10. William

    Unspecified1 review

    3.0

    Dined on February 24, 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 3
    The calzone was a disappointment. It had ham inside. It’s like I had a ham sandwich. The ham was cold. The one they had previously was much better.

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FAQs

Il Fornaio - Del Mar is rated 4.4 stars by 2402 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 20 times today
Experiences are available.
Google Map for Il Fornaio - Del Mar

1555 Camino Del Mar, Del Mar, CA 92014

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross street
    15th Street
  • Neighborhood
    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
    Deyona Rangel: (858) 755-9384

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