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Il Fornaio - Del Mar, Del Mar, CA

Il Fornaio - Del Mar

4.4
4.4
2406 Reviews
$30 and under
Italian
1555 Camino Del Mar, Del Mar, CA 92014

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2 people
7:30 PM
Booked 25 times today
Experiences are available.

About this restaurant

  • Great for scenic views
  • Good for business meals
  • Good for groups
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.

Dining areas

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 Daou Wine Dinner

    $125.00 per person

    Jun 18, 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 - Del Mar's menu was last updated 2023-10-05.

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What 2,406 people are saying

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

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.4
4.4 based on recent ratings
  • 4.4Food
  • 4.5Service
  • 4.3Ambience
  • 4Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

  • North San Diego

    Great for scenic views

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Il Fornaio - Del Mar boasts "excellent" Italian cuisine with highlights like the linguine mare chiara. Guests love the "spectacular" views and welcoming ambiance. Despite occasional slow service on busy nights, attentive staff ensure a pleasant experience. "Amazing" dishes, especially pasta and seafood, make it a favorite for both casual meals and special occasions.

2,406 Reviews

  1. Shannon VIP

    San Diego2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great waitress and great food. No complaints. We were there for Easter Sunday lunch.

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  2. Mark VIP

    Orange County25 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    All the dishes ordered were very good, but especially recommend the linguine mare Chiara which was excellent. Service was a little slow, but busy on a fri night. Reservation recommended. Parking in structure underneath, 1st hour free.

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  3. Carol VIP

    Tucson104 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 16, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    The four of us had a great time at Il Fornaio. It was our waiter’s first time, and he thoroughly enjoyable. The food was excellent. Would highly recommend.

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  4. Anthony

    Orange County3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 14, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great food and the view is spectacular. I always bring visiting friends from the East Coast here when they visit. Quintessential coastal Southern California.

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  5. Robert VIP

    San Diego30 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 3, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Best basic Italian dishes in all of San Diego area. Can’t go wrong if you want real Italian!

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  6. Joana

    San Diego1 review

    5.0

    Dined on March 27, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Bodie was our server and she was amazing! Food was also so so good!! Love this restaurant.

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  7. Jeff VIP

    Charlotte7 reviews

    2.0

    Dined on March 27, 2025

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 4
    Food was very disappointing and average at best. I attended as part of the Silver Oak wine dinner. Most dishes were too salty and the Osso Buco was the wirst I’ve ever had. The piece I was served over 95% and complete fat.

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  8. Bennny

    Fort Lauderdale5 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 24, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We were staying in Del Mar for the weekend and are so pleased that we came here on our last night in town. The Linguini de Mare was INCREDIBLE, service was top notch and it’s in a cute little plaza with plenty going on. Highly recommend.

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  9. bill VIP

    Los Angeles4 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on March 23, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Very enjoyable. We will be back for sure. We all had a good time.

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  10. jack VIP

    Denver56 reviews

    1.0

    Dined on March 23, 2025

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 3
    Been to multiple IF locations many times - this was by far the worst experience. Food took an hour but there was a very large party. Understandable, I get it. But, when food came quality was very poor - bland and tasteless to say the least. Do not recommend this location. Get the feeling that they are consistently busy due to location and not performance.

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Il Fornaio - Del Mar is rated 4.4 stars by 2406 OpenTable diners.

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Make a reservation

2 people
7:30 PM
Booked 25 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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