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Il Fornaio - Coronado, Coronado, CA

Il Fornaio - Coronado

4.4
4.4
5311 Reviews
$30 and under
Italian
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.

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2 people

7:00 PM


Booked 38 times today

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Cuisines
    Italian
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Thu, Sun 12:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 12:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (619) 437-4911
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Executive chef
    Giorgio Lo Verde
  • 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
  • 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

What 5,311 people are saying

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
  • 4.3Food
  • 4.2Service
  • 4.5Ambience
  • 4.1Value

NoiseModerate

5,311 Reviews
  1. AramPJ

    San Diego

    7 reviews

    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Excellent location, one of the best ocean views in the World, overlooking San Diego bay and the skyline. Very good food. Love the pizza collection. Excellent service, from the front desk to the bus boys to the servers. Not to forget the bar tenders and the cooks. I have been going their for many years and always loved this location.

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  2. OpenTable Diner

    San Francisco

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Was able to get a table out on the back patio, and they very nicely turned the heater back on for my 80 year old mother, who runs a little cold ;), but was happy to sit outside to allow my father the view. Omar, our waiter, was very nice and did not rush us to order, while we talked & caught up with our friends and family. The food was delicious and my parents had a lovely time.

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  3. MaryK

    Sacramento

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    overall5food4service5ambience5
    Four of us sat on the patio. It was beautiful! The service was great. The three in our party absolutely loved their dinner. I have the chicken and mushrooms marsala. The chicken was dry and tough. Everything else was great though.

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  4. JimA

    Los Angeles

    19 reviews

    5.0

    19 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    No wait table on time, Susan was great on advice and service. This is what dinning should be. Sorry to see the evening end. We will be back

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  5. JerryS

    Orange County

    6 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on September 17, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    First time at Il Fornaio, and it was a great experience. Food was excellent, and the service from our server, Susan was perfect. The view of the city skyline is incredible, and we will definitely be back in the future.

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  6. AlyssaS

    Alabama

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on September 16, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Amazing experience, amazing food, beautiful atmosphere, excellent staff and service. A must do when in the San Diego área.

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  7. ArthurH

    St. Louis

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on September 16, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We owned the patio, and the view was great! Staff level of attention, service, food , were all terrific.

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  8. DennisK

    San Diego

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on September 15, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Long time favorite. Food was excellent. Great view of city. Service was excellent.

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  9. OpenTable Diner

    San Francisco

    2 reviews

    1.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on September 15, 2023

    overall1food1service1ambience5
    This place is straight boo boo. Don’t come here for the food. We ordered pizza, pasta, and calamari. All three of the food were cold and tasted like it was left out for days, especially the calamari; so hard to eat. It felt like eating rubber. Won’t be coming back for the food. The front desk service was even worse. I made reservation for outdoor seating near the waters but got sent to the back of the garden. It wasn’t what we wanted but we still got a view. It felt like they prioritized white people. Everyone who got treated better were white. When we came in, the people who greeted us were rude and pushed us to sit in the garden in the back. But the view was nice. Got to see the sunset and the buildings lit up. It was amazing. Would go back for the view but outside of the restaurant and just relax. The upside is that the person that was taking our order and served us was really really helpful. Don’t go to this restaurant ever again. If you white then go ahead. If you’re like me, people of color please I warn you, don’t go. It’s a scam and you’re going to waste your money on the food.

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  10. RussellM

    Phoenix

    29 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    29 reviews

    Dined on September 13, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Patrizio was on top of it as our waiter. Food was very tasty and the views and ambience couldn’t have been better. We have eaten all over Coronado all week. Including some where the cost was more than double here. Don’t miss this place on the Bay side. It’s worth a long look.

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  11. OpenTable Diner

    San Francisco

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on September 11, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Service was great. Food was tasty and came out quickly.

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  12. FCAG

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on September 10, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We sat outdoors and the view was great and the food was simply delicious. We took our poodle with us, and the staff was very nice and kind about it. Not very crowded on Sundays, definitely a must in San Diego.

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  13. RobareS

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on September 10, 2023

    overall4food4service5ambience5
    more expensive than they use to be, but good food and service

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  14. AnneB

    San Diego

    48 reviews

    vip
    1.0

    48 reviews

    Dined on September 10, 2023

    overall1food2service1ambience3
    They charged a 3% service charge on total bill for employee Healthcare the manager said. It wasn't posted that they are doing this so we had to ask about it and it took a lot to even get an answer. Is this 3% even legal to charge customers for employees Healthcare? Service was terribly slow!!! When our waiter finally showed up after 10 minutes sitting there to ask us about drinks, it took 15 minutes to get our drinks. The waiter never came back to ask us about our food. One person didn't like what she ordered and thought it would be something totally different than what was described. We had a reservation and finally got seated 45 minutes after our reservation time. Food was mediocre 😕 at best and not hot when arrived. I would NOT recommend this restaurant, obviously!!!! The only thing good about this restaurant is that they have a nice view.

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  15. OpenTable Diner

    Hawaii

    1 review

    vip
    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on September 8, 2023

    overall4food5service4ambience5
    Was great but they didn’t really do anything too special for my moms birthday. They never said anything until the very end, just have her a plain vanilla scoop of ice cream, and they were out of candles. It’s always nice when resultants make it special but other than that it was good.

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  16. olddpd

    Sacramento

    15 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    15 reviews

    Dined on September 7, 2023

    overall3food2service3ambience4
    Rib steak was dry and over done. Fish was a B. Outdoor table settings were shabby.

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  17. FrankD

    New York Area

    14 reviews

    vip
    1.0

    14 reviews

    Dined on September 6, 2023

    overall1food1service3ambience2
    This place has gone downhill and fast .. Honestly I could have been eating at Olive Garden with a fancier menu. Absolute trash food, service was ok.

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  18. DeirdreG

    San Diego

    1 review

    vip
    2.0

    1 review

    Dined on September 4, 2023

    overall2food3service3ambience4
    Good views, but took over two hours to get our food.. ordered a beet salad that had minimal beets, carpaccio was disappointing, seafood pasta was excellent, and eggplant pizza delicious.

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  19. OpenTable Diner

    St. Louis

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on September 4, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Such great service and amazing food. We would definitely return

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  20. JayN

    Edinburgh

    35 reviews

    vip
    2.0

    35 reviews

    Dined on September 3, 2023

    overall2food1service3ambience3
    Food was very generic and over priced.

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  21. BeckyS

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on September 2, 2023

    overall4food3service5ambience5
    Chicken was dry not moist at all, gravy was cool. Salmon was overcooked and dry.. ravioli was good Service was good but it did take a while to get the meal served, maybe kitchen issues?

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  22. OpenTable Diner

    Dallas

    6 reviews

    4.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on August 31, 2023

    overall4food4service4ambience4
    Birthday dinner!! Outstanding! Arrived early for drinks and the hostesses got us seated earlier - thank you! Staff very friendly and great suggestions. Extensive menus with unique specials. Complimentary birthday dessert! Would definitely go back.

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  23. Dell

    Austin

    5 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on August 31, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great restaurant with even better food and service! I was having a terrible night and got a great seat by the water and a window met Kim who was an absolute blast and cheered up my entire night! Thanks Kim!!! The rigatoni alla vodka isn’t bad eithe!

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  24. OpenTable Diner

    Las Vegas

    16 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    16 reviews

    Dined on August 31, 2023

    overall5food4service5ambience5
    Great view of San Diego. Great service Awesome food

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  25. JudithB

    Greater Boston

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on August 29, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Wonderful food and service. Lovely water views. Noise level much too high.

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  26. Caligator

    San Diego

    36 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    36 reviews

    Dined on August 28, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Quality service, food and view - as usual!! Il Fornaio never disappoints.

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  27. OpenTable Diner

    San Diego

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on August 27, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    It is one of the best restaurants in San Diego. The fresh bread, pasta, and well wine. Beautiful view and best service. Highly recommend.

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  28. NancyO

    San Francisco

    8 reviews

    4.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on August 27, 2023

    overall4food4service3ambience4
    The restaurant was great in a accommodating my party. We decided to have a small family dinner of 8 after my son proposed to his girlfriend. But there were friends who flew in from the out of state for this proposal so we had to invite them to dinner. So we went from a party of 8 to a party of 12. The restaurant accommodated my party and we had a good time!

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  29. KarenN

    Phoenix

    7 reviews

    1.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on August 27, 2023

    overall1food1service1ambience3
    Terrible experience, we will not be back! Service and the food were terrible.

    1 person found this helpful

  30. AndyR

    Washington DC

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on August 27, 2023

    overall3food3service2ambience4
    Just okay... nothing to write home about. Great location. Staff very friendly

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  31. RobertC

    San Diego

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on August 26, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Took my wife and kids here for lunch. Very nice views of the San Diego Bay. Food was good and service was solid!

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  32. OpenTable Diner

    Phoenix

    1 review

    2.0

    1 review

    Dined on August 26, 2023

    overall2food1service2ambience5
    Gorgeous view, mediocre food. I’d go back for the ambiance but the pasta was very underwhelming. Cold, tough noodles with bland sauce. Waiter was quite stand-offish.

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  33. Jennifer

    Phoenix

    6 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on August 26, 2023

    overall4food4service4ambience5
    Sat out on the patio, it was perfection! It’s a great bay view and night city view.

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  34. RobertH

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on August 25, 2023

    overall5food5service4ambience5
    It was a very busy night, so service was a bit slow, and some requests were had to made more than once.

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  35. OliverR

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on August 24, 2023

    overall3food3service3ambience4
    Jorge de Guerrero muy agradable pero muy lento y distante del servicio, tuvimos que hablarle mas de 3 veces para que nos atendiera.

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  36. RichardD

    San Diego

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on August 24, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We came here two years ago and then yesterday. The service and the food were outstanding!

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  37. CesarR

    San Diego

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on August 24, 2023

    overall4food5service5ambience3
    Food and service was outstanding as always; unfortunately, we decided to dine outside and there was a lady with two screaming (literally) young children, for most of the time.

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  38. luisl

    Los Angeles

    15 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    15 reviews

    Dined on August 23, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great service and the food was outstanding. Very nice location and beautiful scenery

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  39. NataliaG

    San Diego

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on August 20, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Love coming here, always have a nice time. Food was great as always, service excellent. Look fwd coming back for happy hour.

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  40. OmarG

    San Diego

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on August 19, 2023

    overall5food4service5ambience5
    We have visited often . Price reasonable and view is amazing. Parking available

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Safety precautions

  • Cleaning & sanitizing

    • Surfaces sanitized between seatings
    • Digital, disposable or sanitized menu provided
    • Sealed or wrapped utensils used
    • Common areas deep-cleaned daily
    • Sanitizer or wipes provided for customers
  • Physical distancing

    • Limited number of seated diners
    • Distancing maintained in common areas
    • Extra space between tables
  • Protective equipment

    • Waitstaff wear masks
    • Diners must wear masks unless eating or drinking
  • Screening

    • Sick staff prohibited in the workplace

FAQs

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

Il Fornaio - Coronado is rated 4.4 stars by 5311 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 38 times today

Order delivery or takeout

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 12:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 12:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • 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
    Giorgio Lo Verde
  • 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
  • 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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