Il Fornaio - San Jose

Name: Il Fornaio - San Jose
Address: 302 South Market St., San Jose, CA, United States, 95113
Telephone: (408) 271-3366
Price range: $30 and under
Rating: 4.4

4.4

3746 Reviews

$30 and under

Italian

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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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Party Size

2 people

DateTime

Aug 9, 2022

7:00 PM

Booked 13 times today

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Takeout

(408) 271-3366

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Dining style
Casual Dining
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 Dinner Daily 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
Phone number
(408) 271-3366
Website
http://www.ilfornaio.com/
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: (877) 578-2189

Location
302 South Market St., San Jose, CA 95113
Neighborhood
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, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Popular dishes

Calamaretti Fritti$18.95
baby squid, lightly floured & deep fried, served with spicy marinara
Carpaccio*$17.50
thinly sliced raw certified piedmontese beef, shaved grana padano, capers & wild arugula, drizzled with lemon-olive oil
Cavolini al Grana Padano$11.95
crispy brussels sprouts drizzled with spicy peperoncino sauce
Bruschette Assortite$12.95
garlic grilled ciabatta with 3 toppings: caponata; roasted cherry tomatoes; pesto & stracciatella cheese
Piatto di Salumi$19.95
sliced meats including mortadella with pistachios, speck & spicy salame served with caponata, stracciatella cheese, grilled ciabatta & marinated olives
Cavolfiori Tricolore$17.95
roasted tricolor cauliflower with roasted garlic and rosemary olive oil
Burrata con Prosciutto$16.95
imported burrata with prosciutto, arugula, ciabatta croutons & basil-olive oil
Cestino del Pane
basket of Il Fornaio fresh baked bread with extra-virgin olive oil and balsamic vinegar
- Serves 4$2.00

Pasta Fresca

fresh pasta from our kitchen gluten-free options available

Paccheri alla Vodka$18.95
pasta tubes with bacon, vodka-cream-tomato sauce & grana padano
Linguine Mare Chiaro$30.95
thin pasta with clams, mussels, prawns & scallops in roasted cherry tomato sauce, crushed red pepper, garlic & trebbiano wine
Lasagna Ferrarese$25.95
pasta sheets layered with meat ragu, porcini mushrooms, grana padano & béchamel; baked in the oven
Spaghetti alle Vongole$22.95
pasta strands with clams, garlic, extra-virgin olive oil & crushed red pepper
Casarecce al Pomodoro$17.95
short twist pasta with chopped vine-ripened tomatoes, garlic, marinara sauce & fresh basil
Tagliatelle Bolognese$19.95
egg pasta ribbons with traditional meat ragu & grana padano
Fusilloni al Pesto e Pollo$20.95
large corkscrew pasta with sautéed chicken, sundried tomatoes, traditional pesto & cream
Ravioli Lucana$24.95
spinach ravioli filled with italian sausage, ricotta, grana padano & fennel; topped with fresh tomatoes, spicy tomato sauce, imported peperoncino & stracciatella cheese
Tortelloni di Zucca$25.95
ravioli filled with butternut squash, walnuts & grana padano with brown butter tomato sauce; topped with crispy sage & walnuts

Minestre e Insalata

Soups & dressings are made on site

Minestrone di Verdure$7.25
seasonal vegetable soup made with vegetable stock
Insalata Cesarina$12.95
romaine lettuce, grana padano & croutons with housemade caesar dressing
Caprese Tradizionale$15.95
sliced heirloom tomatoes, fresh mozzarella, basil & mixed olives; drizzled with basil olive oil
Insalata Bietole$13.95
organic red & gold beets with red wine vinegar, wild arugula, toasted walnuts & goat cheese with lemon-olive oil dressing
Insalata Regina$13.95
wild arugula salad with couscous, avocado, tomatoes, red onions, capers, raisins, lemon & extra-virgin olive oil

Add To Any Insalata

Chicken$8.00
Salmon*$9.00

Girarrosto e Griglia

authentic italian specialties from our rotisserie & grill

Salmone alla Griglia*$30.95
grilled norwegian salmon with lemon & extra-virgin olive oil; served with sautéed broccoli rabe & roasted yukon gold potatoes
Pollo Toscano$27.95
free-range chicken seasoned with rosemary; served with roasted tricolor cauliflower & yukon gold potatoes
Pollo Ai Funghi$28.95
chicken breast lightly pounded & roasted with mixed mushrooms & marsala wine sauce; served with grilled asparagus & mashed potatoes
Controfiletto Ai Ferri*$46.95
grilled 12oz new york steak with salmoriglio sauce; served with roasted tricolor cauliflower & yukon gold potatoes
Filetto di Costata*$43.95
grilled 8oz center-cut ribeye filet topped with creamy brandy peppercorn sauce; served with grilled asparagus & mashed potatoes
Grigliata di Pesce Misto$34.95
mixed grill of fish fillet, scallops & prawns, topped with lemon-olive oil sauce; served with broccoli rabe & roasted yukon gold potatoes

What 3,746 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.4

4.4 based on recent ratings

4.4Food
4.4Service
4.5Ambience
4.1Value

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San Jose / Silicon Valley
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DonnaM
San Francisco
11 reviews
vip
5.0
11 reviews
Dined 3 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
Food absolutely amazing!
M
Maya
San Francisco
4 reviews
3.0
4 reviews
Dined 4 days ago
overall3food2service4ambience4
Overall it was an okay visit. I was expecting more as this place has been around for long and I was hoping for a nice Italian meal. The burrata salad was great with fresh burrata cheese. Minestrone soup was mushy. Cesar salad was crunchy and fresh. Seafood linguine was okay. The pasta was very under cooked and had a crunch to it but the seafood was cooked very well and tasted yummy. The lasagne was no bueno. Really bad zero sauce. Really dry pasta and over seasoned sausage or meat. And hardly any mushrooms and there was more oil in the dish than anything else. Very disappointed in that. The affogato dessert was very good. Fresh vanilla ice cream and decent coffee. Probably would not return by choice
OT
OpenTable Diner
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 4 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience3
Honestly the food here was amazing. Some of the best italian food I have ever had. 10/10.
CH
CarolynH
San Francisco
6 reviews
4.0
6 reviews
Dined 4 days ago
overall4food5service5ambience4
Over the years I've often eaten at II Farnaio. Everything I've had was wonderful from pasta to salads to chicken dishes. Recently I dinned with friends and was surprised at the bill. Will need to consider that next time I dine downtown San Jose.
OT
OpenTable Diner
Sacramento
18 reviews
vip
5.0
18 reviews
Dined 6 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
The bread is soooo good. Had the Caesar salad and the walnut and squash raviolis, both very tasty. I particularly enjoyed the raviolis. Attentive service and full bar, central San Jose.
DD
DnD2010
San Francisco
9 reviews
5.0
9 reviews
Dined on August 1, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
We had the seafood Linguine Mare Chiaro and Pollo Ai Funghi. Both were delicious. Our waiter was very nice and overall we had a good dining experience. The restaurant was mostly empty on an early Sunday evening.
BJ
1BigJohn
San Francisco
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on July 27, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
It was our wedding anniversary and the server brought over two glasses of champagne before dinner. And for dessert he brought a serving of tiramisu with Happy Anniversary written in chocolate. He was a very nice server.
FC
FernandoC
Puerto Vallarta
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on July 26, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
The price was great and the food was good, you can’t beat that
KJ
KarenJ
San Francisco
7 reviews
5.0
7 reviews
Dined on July 23, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Ihab was our server and he was wonderful. Food and ambiance is consistantly great!
JG
JoanneG
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on July 23, 2022
overall4food4service3ambience3
After a slight issue with one of the dishes, the meal was quite good. Had the seafood mixed grill and it was well prepared and delicious. The wait staff was a bit stiff at first but was attentive after fixing the one issue we had (undercooked Brussels sprouts). Overall would recommend.
SF
SFgal
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on July 22, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Service was perfect. Meal courses were properly timed. Wait person was helpful and cheerful. Food was perfectly cooked and the portions were appropriate. We had the Pollo con Funghi and the Grilled Mixed Seafood dinners. The Chianti wine and raspberry gelato paired well. We were happy customers.
OT
OpenTable Diner
San Francisco
33 reviews
vip
2.0
33 reviews
Dined on July 22, 2022
overall2food2service2ambience3
Beet salad had beets that were hard and the balsamic in the dressing overwhelmed the salad. The pasta was overcooked as was the grilled chicken that was ordered as an addition. The salmon was ok but the potatoes and vegetable accompanying it were not. Used to be my go to place when seeing a show/concert in San Jose. Will look elsewhere.
OT
OpenTable Diner
Las Vegas
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on July 17, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
IHAB was an amazing server, ask for him! Food was amazing too!
OT
OpenTable Diner
San Francisco
7 reviews
vip
2.0
7 reviews
Dined on July 17, 2022
overall2food3service2ambience4
Wasn’t the best dining experience and unfortunately could have been so much better with a little more customer service. From the start, we were sat at a table that had a dirty table linen. Decided to looked past that and enjoy the experience. Drinks and appetizers were promptly delivered and taste was exceptional. Dinner came next, unfortunately that was pretty much the last time we saw our waiter. Never came to check on our meals and we had to get up to retrieve our own salt and pepper. After our plates were cleared we patiently waited for a dessert menu, and ultimately looked at the online menu. We eventually placed our dessert order and it was dropped off at our table by other staff member. Unfortunately, we had no silverware or share plates, so after sitting and patiently waiting we managed to flag down our server and get what we needed in order to eat dessert. Sadly, it wasn’t worth the wait. We ordered the cannolis and although the filling was quite tasty, the cannoli itself was hard as a rock. Literally felt like I was going to break my tooth trying to bite into it. Overall, drinks, appetizers, entrees were very good, service was completely lacking and as for the cannolis, I suggest getting anything else.
OT
OpenTable Diner
San Francisco
7 reviews
4.0
7 reviews
Dined on July 17, 2022
overall4food4service4ambience5
The food was good and well presented. We didn't enjoy the cannoli dessert as much.
F
Foodies
San Francisco
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on July 17, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Our waiter was top notch and knowledgeable. We were very happy with the service and food
S
Skarlet97
San Francisco
13 reviews
5.0
13 reviews
Dined on July 16, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
This is a great place to come before a show in downtown San Jose. The service is friendly and efficient. The food is delicious. And the price is good for what you get.
JR
JanetR
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on July 16, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
The service was very good and our table enjoyed our food selections. Our waiter was knowledgeable about the menu. A very good experience.
GD
GreatDate
San Francisco
59 reviews
5.0
59 reviews
Dined on July 16, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience4
We enjoyed the restaurant before our theatre date. Exemplary service provided by THE Lou, who was personable, knowledgeable and not a bit intrusive. The menu offered some different specials - we went for the branzino and the pasta with sausage, mushrooms and caramelized onions were excellently prepared and delicious.
SF
SarahF
New York Area
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on July 15, 2022
overall5food5service4ambience4
Lovely restaurant located inside the Westin Hotel. We came here before seeing a show and had a great meal, all the food came out at once, as ordered. Our group had an excellent time.
EJ
EmilJ
San Francisco
4 reviews
3.0
4 reviews
Dined on July 14, 2022
overall3food3service4ambience4
Steak was overcooked and tough, salmon was overcooked and dry, Just all around meh.
CO
ChristineO
San Francisco
2 reviews
3.0
2 reviews
Dined on July 13, 2022
overall3food2service4ambience4
The restaurant was very nice, and our waitress was friendly and very nice. But the food was not what we expected. There were four of us, we all got different dishes, and none of us were impressed with what we got. Two actually had the waitress take the food back and ordered another dish, which was better but not what was expected.
SS
SaraS
San Francisco
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on July 9, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
We had a lovely dinner here before a show. Wonderful service, food and great kids menu. Would definitely recommend!
OT
OpenTable Diner
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on June 29, 2022
overall4food5service4ambience4
Great branzino and good wine
1
1gem
San Francisco
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on June 29, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great quality and service. Will definitely come back
T
Travelgirl902
Los Angeles
18 reviews
vip
3.0
18 reviews
Dined on June 25, 2022
overall3food3service4ambience3
The service was attentive but the food was tasteless.
OT
OpenTable Diner
Cheshire
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on June 21, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience4
Server very friendly and attentive
OT
OpenTable Diner
Phoenix
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on June 21, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
We had a business meal here and everything is perfect.
OT
OpenTable Diner
1 review
1.0
1 review
Dined on June 20, 2022
overall1food2service1ambience1
The waitstaff was nice when they showed up - service was very slow. Bread used for the bruschetta was stale. My husband had the chicken and sun-dried tomato in a pesto cream sauce. He said it was too salty. Luckily, my salmon with broccoli rabe and potatoes was nicely cooked. Cocktails were over prices and too sweet.
OT
OpenTable Diner
San Francisco
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on June 20, 2022
overall5food5service1ambience5
Our server was not having a good day. We dine in 6/19/2022 at 5p reservation. But i still gave her 22% tip
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dennism
San Francisco
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on June 19, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Before a concert
SB
SuzanneB
San Francisco
10 reviews
5.0
10 reviews
Dined on June 19, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
My mother’s birthday and Andrea Bocelli concert
BG
BridgetG
San Francisco
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on June 19, 2022
overall4food4service4ambience4
Good choice for after a performance. Make a reservation in advance.
JL
JessieL
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on June 18, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Food, service, atmosphere, everything was absolutely amazing!
CP
CathyP
San Francisco
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on June 18, 2022
overall5food5service4ambience5
Il Fornaio has long been a favorite of mine and my family’s. A simply beautiful restaurant with a welcoming staff. The ambience last Friday was conducive to an enjoyable evening with an old and dear friend. We each enjoyed our dinners - great quality and presentation. Our server seemed new and somewhat unsure of himself. At the beginning of the meal, he asked us the same questions repeatedly. However, overall his service was more than adequate.
OT
OpenTable Diner
San Francisco
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on June 17, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Lou, our server, created a wonderful birthday dinner experience for our party of 4. The food was served in a timely fashion, and was well presented. Thank you for a wonderful dining adventure!
LD
LouD
San Francisco
7 reviews
4.0
7 reviews
Dined on June 17, 2022
overall4food4service5ambience4
Lovely except I had to remind them that it was a birthday celebration.
s
scotalan
San Francisco
29 reviews
5.0
29 reviews
Dined on June 17, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great location, close to Parking and the California Theater. We were seated immediately upon arrival, provided water, menus and offered drinks very promptly. Our waiter was very attentive without being overbearing, and brought courses at appropriate levels and kept our wine glasses full. Excellent experience.
PS
PurviS
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on June 16, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Love this restaurant. We celebrate lot of our special events here and their service is fabulous and the food is delicious. The ambiance is calm and perfect for a date night or family night.
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Xntrc2b
Hawaii
27 reviews
5.0
27 reviews
Dined on June 16, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience4
Returned to Il Fornaio last night for the first time in a couple of years. It was a very nice, relaxed dinner with the usual great service. Enjoyed the evening and the food. Wish they didn't feel they have to charge for bread, but times have changed. We've spent many milestones and large group dinners at Il Fornaio. Glad they are still there and still the good restaurant they have always been.

Safety precautions

Cleaning & sanitizing
- Surfaces sanitized between seatings
- Digital, disposable or sanitized menu provided
- 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

You can order delivery directly from Il Fornaio - San Jose using the Order Online button. Il Fornaio - San Jose also offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (408) 271-3366.

Il Fornaio - San Jose is rated 4.4 stars by 3746 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

Party Size

2 people

DateTime

Aug 9, 2022

7:00 PM

Booked 13 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Takeout

(408) 271-3366

Other options

Order online

302 South Market St., San Jose, CA 95113

Additional information

Cross street
San Carlos St.
Neighborhood
San Jose
Hours of operation
Breakfast Mon–Fri 6:30 am–10:00 am Sat, Sun 7:00 am–10:00 am Dinner Daily 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
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, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://www.ilfornaio.com/
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: (877) 578-2189

Il Fornaio - San Jose

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Takeout

Other options

Private dining

Additional information

Chicken

Lasagna Ferrarese

Salmon

Menu della Cena

Antipasti

Calamaretti Fritti$18.95

Carpaccio*$17.50

Cavolini al Grana Padano$11.95

Bruschette Assortite$12.95

Piatto di Salumi$19.95

Cavolfiori Tricolore$17.95

Burrata con Prosciutto$16.95

Cestino del Pane

Pasta Fresca

Paccheri alla Vodka$18.95

Linguine Mare Chiaro$30.95

Lasagna Ferrarese$25.95

Spaghetti alle Vongole$22.95

Casarecce al Pomodoro$17.95

Tagliatelle Bolognese$19.95

Fusilloni al Pesto e Pollo$20.95

Ravioli Lucana$24.95

Tortelloni di Zucca$25.95

Minestre e Insalata

Minestrone di Verdure$7.25

Insalata Cesarina$12.95

Caprese Tradizionale$15.95

Insalata Bietole$13.95

Insalata Regina$13.95

Add To Any Insalata

Chicken$8.00

Salmon*$9.00

Girarrosto e Griglia

Salmone alla Griglia*$30.95

Pollo Toscano$27.95

Pollo Ai Funghi$28.95

Controfiletto Ai Ferri*$46.95

Filetto di Costata*$43.95

Grigliata di Pesce Misto$34.95

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