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Il Fornaio - Burlingame, Burlingame, CA

Il Fornaio - Burlingame

4.6 (4528)
$30 and under
Italian
327 Lorton Ave., Burlingame, CA 94010

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 42 times today
Experiences are available.

About this restaurant

  • Good for special occasions
  • Good for business meals
  • Neighborhood gem
Il Fornaio is renowned for its authentic award winning Italian cuisine. 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. Annual winner of the Wine Spectator Award of Excellence.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Italian
  • Hours of operation
    Daily 12:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (650) 375-8000
  • Website
    https://www.ilfornaio.com/location/il-fornaio-burlingame/
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive chef
    Roberto Gerbino
  • Catering
    Catering is available upon special request. Please contact our Event Coordinator for more details: mcasey@ilfo.com.
  • Private party facilities
    Bring your next special occasion to Il Fornaio and work with a friendly and knowledgeable Event Coordinator. Celebrate with excellent service in a warm and stylish surroundings serving extraordinary authentic Italian food and wine. We look forward to helping you plan your next memorable occasion.
  • Private party contact
    Marina Casey : (650) 375-8016
  • Location
    327 Lorton Ave., Burlingame, CA 94010
  • Neighborhood
    Burlingame
  • Cross street
    Donnelly Ave., 1 block N. of Burlingame Ave.
  • Parking details
    Valet parking is available for a fee of $9 per car.
  • Public transit
    Burlingame Cal-Trans Station
  • Additional
    Banquet, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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Experiences

  • Il Fornaio's Daou Wine Dinner

    $125.00 per person

    Jun 25, 2025 only
    Indulge in a 5-course Italian feast perfectly paired with premium Daou wines. Enjoy dishes like mesquite seared ahi tuna, housemade spinach & beet gnocchi in a porcini mushroom cream sauce, braised duck in an orange-demiglace & other chef-curated specialties. With expert wine insights shared throughout the meal, you & your guests are in for an unforgettable evening. $125 per person | price does not include tax, tip & surcharge 3% SURCHARGE – PLEASE NOTE THAT A 3% SURCHARGE WILL BE ADDED TO THE BILL. THIS SURCHARGE IS NOT A GRATUITY FOR THE STAFF BUT ALLOWS US TO CONTINUE TO PROVIDE QUALITY EMPLOYEE PROGRAMS & BENEFITS FOR OUR TEAM AMID RISING COSTS & REGULATORY INCREASES. GRAZIE MILLE FOR YOUR UNDERSTANDING & SUPPORT.
    Il Fornaio's Daou Wine Dinner Photo

Private dining

Menu

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

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What 4,528 people are saying

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

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.6
4.6 based on recent ratings
  • 4.5Food
  • 4.5Service
  • 4.5Ambience
  • 4.2Value

Noise • Moderate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Il Fornaio - Burlingame offers a delightful dining experience with "impeccable service" and consistently "delicious food." The ambiance is charming, perfect for special occasions or casual outings. Highlights include accommodating staff, "attentive waiters," and a diverse menu featuring standout dishes like calamari. Some diners noted noise levels and pacing issues, but overall, a reliable choice.
4,528 Reviews

  1. Geraldine

    San Francisco Bay Area2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 6, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Three of us long time friends had a celebratory birthday dinner. One of my friends has severe food restrictions. Our waitress, I believe her name is Carla, was so caring, and with the wonderful attention of the chefs, made sure my friend did not go home hungry. This was a first. They were so accommodating. The food was delicious. Also, we weren’t rushed. A very enjoyable evening.

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  2. Ronnie VIP

    San Francisco Bay Area7 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on June 6, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Wonderful selections. New server left a little bit to be desired when it came to customer service. Business dinner with a client this evening. Server decided early on that she needed to inform us of a larger party reservation and the 'need' for her to move us if we needed more time. Hence the 4 stars

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  3. Christine VIP

    San Francisco Bay Area17 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 27, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Very enjoyable dinner with friends. Brautiful restaurant. Terrific menu! Terrific service by waiter, but bussing could be less obtrusive and hurried.

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  4. Sherman

    San Francisco Bay Area1 review

    5.0

    Dined on May 25, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Went there with some friends, a regular hang out for us, great with the group and everything was superb :-)

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  5. alicia VIP

    Tahoe / Reno Area7 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 20, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had a wonderful dinner and fabulous service. . This restaurant always delivers!

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  6. Eric VIP

    San Francisco Bay Area285 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 18, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had a great experience at Il Fornaio. The location and ambiance were fantastic. We were there for our anniversary and they welcomed us by wishing us a happy anniversary. There was even a note on the table. Our server was friendly, accommodating and checked in periodically to make sure all was going well. The food was delicious! The burrata was beautiful and tasty; even the people at the table next to us asked what it was. I have a gluten allergy and they altered the calamari so it wasn't breaded and the grilled fish for the main course was amazing. We would gladly go back. They deserved every star.

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  7. sharon

    San Francisco Bay Area1 review

    5.0

    Dined on May 17, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had a delightful luncheon for our sons 40th birthday. Justin our waitor was so attentive and and accommodating. He made our bd luncheon extra special . Thank you Justin for your excellent customer service. Sharon quiteno and family!

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  8. Mai VIP

    San Francisco Bay Area6 reviews

    2.0

    Dined on May 17, 2025

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 4
    Food is very mediocre and not matching the price. The service was awkward partly because the restaurant is so loud. I couldn’t tell if the waiter could hear me or not. Nothing was terrible but I wouldn’t return again if it was my choice. The plus side is my cocktail was strong!

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  9. Catherine VIP

    San Francisco Bay Area123 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 15, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    This is a good place for a girls’ lunch. Service was unhurried. They let you stay as long as you want and if you take a while to order because you are too busy catching up, they are very patient. Tables are also far apart . The feeling is very spacious. Food was good consistently.

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  10. rich VIP

    Orange County239 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on May 15, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 4
    We enjoyed our dinner last night but the service was uneven. We waited over 15 minutes for our server to approach our table and then we ordered two appetizers. Only one was brought to the table and when we asked for the second appetizer, the server said she did not know we wanted to the second one. Between the long wait to be served and the missing appetizer, it was a disappointment and unlike Il Fornaio.

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FAQs

Il Fornaio - Burlingame offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (650) 375-8000.

Il Fornaio - Burlingame is rated 4.6 stars by 4528 OpenTable diners.

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

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Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 42 times today
Experiences are available.
Google Map for Il Fornaio - Burlingame

327 Lorton Ave., Burlingame, CA 94010

Additional information

  • Cross street
    Donnelly Ave., 1 block N. of Burlingame Ave.
  • Neighborhood
    Burlingame
  • 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 parking is available for a fee of $9 per car.
  • Public transit
    Burlingame Cal-Trans Station
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Roberto Gerbino
  • Additional
    Banquet, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Website
    https://www.ilfornaio.com/location/il-fornaio-burlingame/
  • Phone number
    (650) 375-8000
  • Catering
    Catering is available upon special request. Please contact our Event Coordinator for more details: mcasey@ilfo.com.
  • Private party facilities
    Bring your next special occasion to Il Fornaio and work with a friendly and knowledgeable Event Coordinator. Celebrate with excellent service in a warm and stylish surroundings serving extraordinary authentic Italian food and wine. We look forward to helping you plan your next memorable occasion.
  • Private party contact
    Marina Casey : (650) 375-8016

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