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Il Fornaio - Coronado, Coronado, CA

Il Fornaio - Coronado

4.7 (6006)
$30 and under
Italian
1333 First St., Coronado, CA 92118

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2 people
11:30 PM
Booked 82 times today

About this restaurant

  • Great for scenic views
  • Good for special occasions
  • Great for outdoor dining
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. Il Fornaio means "the Baker" in Italian. This award-winning restaurant offers an authentic and unique Italian dining experience. 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.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Italian
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Thu, Sun 11:30 am–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 11:30 am–10:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (619) 437-4911
  • Website
    https://www.ilfornaio.com/location/il-fornaio-coronado/
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Executive chef
    Jeff Burt
  • Private party facilities
    Il Fornaio, located on the beautiful and historic Coronado Island is the perfect location for your upcoming Special Event. Our venue overlooks the San Diego Bay, Coronado Bridge, and has a breathtaking Downtown San Diego skyline view. Il Fornaio is a unique, classy and authentic Italian Restaurant.
  • Private party contact
    Event Coordinator: (619) 437-4911
  • Location
    1333 First St., Coronado, CA 92118
  • Neighborhood
    Coronado
  • Cross street
    Orange Ave.
  • Parking details
    Street and public lot parking available.
  • Public transit
    Metrolink
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cafe, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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Menu

Il Fornaio - Coronado's menu was last updated on 10/5/2023.

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What 6,006 people are saying

Il Fornaio - Coronado 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

4.7
4.7 based on recent ratings
  • 4.6Food
  • 4.5Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.3Value

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Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Il Fornaio - Coronado offers "stunning views" of the bay, with an "excellent menu" and "great wine list." Diners praise the "attentive service," particularly from servers like "Noah" and "Omar." Though some service hiccups occur, the "delicious Italian food" and "beautiful ambiance" make it a favorite spot for special occasions and regular visits.
6,006 Reviews

  1. Samira VIP

    Mexico City1 review

    5.0

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Gran experiencia, buen servicio buena comida. Muy recomendable

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  2. Maggie

    Los Angeles1 review

    3.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 3
    Overall, the experience was okay. The view of the bay was absolutely beautiful and definitely a highlight. However, the food didn’t quite meet expectations. The pizza was quite salty, the octopus could have been grilled better, and the pasta was just average. There’s potential, but a few improvements in the kitchen would really elevate the overall experience.

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  3. Micki VIP

    San Diego48 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We were seated outside on the patio & it was gorgeous. We were a party of 4 and all of us loved our entrees . Noah was our server & he was awesome- very attentive & a great personality. Definitely be back

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  4. Brian VIP

    Minneapolis - St. Paul45 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Wonderful restaurant, stunning views, excellent menu, great wine list, friendly service.

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  5. Jeff

    San Diego2 reviews

    4.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Food was great and waiter and all service was excellent.

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  6. Lorraine VIP

    San Diego75 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Wanted to mention our waiter Omar for his exceptional service. Thanks!

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  7. Jorge R .

    Guadalajara1 review

    5.0

    Dined on July 20, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Como siempre, Excelente servicio y comida aún mejor

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  8. Carlos VIP

    San Diego4 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on July 19, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    My table was not ready at the time I selected. Bad experience

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  9. Jesenia

    San Diego4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on July 19, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Came here to celebrate my date’s birthday and had a very attentive waiter, amazing food, the greatest moscato, and beautiful view of the bay. Never disappoints!

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  10. Kathleen VIP

    San Diego45 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on July 19, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The 5 of us enjoyed fantastic food, great service and wonderful dessert! We were so happy it was just as we remembered from 3 years ago. Actually it was even better!

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FAQs

Il Fornaio - Coronado offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (619) 437-4911.

Il Fornaio - Coronado is rated 4.7 stars by 6006 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
11:30 PM
Booked 82 times today
Google Map for Il Fornaio - Coronado

1333 First St., Coronado, CA 92118

Additional information

  • Cross street
    Orange Ave.
  • Neighborhood
    Coronado
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Thu, Sun 11:30 am–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 11:30 am–10:00 pm
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Italian
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    Street and public lot parking available.
  • Public transit
    Metrolink
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Jeff Burt
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cafe, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Website
    https://www.ilfornaio.com/location/il-fornaio-coronado/
  • Phone number
    (619) 437-4911
  • Private party facilities
    Il Fornaio, located on the beautiful and historic Coronado Island is the perfect location for your upcoming Special Event. Our venue overlooks the San Diego Bay, Coronado Bridge, and has a breathtaking Downtown San Diego skyline view. Il Fornaio is a unique, classy and authentic Italian Restaurant.
  • Private party contact
    Event Coordinator: (619) 437-4911

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