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Il Fornaio - Coronado, Coronado, CA

Il Fornaio - Coronado

4.7
4.7
5851 Reviews
$30 and under
Italian

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2 people
19:30
Booked 32 times today
  • 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.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Italian
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon–Thu, Sun 11:30–21:00 Fri, Sat 11:30–22:00
  • 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
  • Area
    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, Takeaway, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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What 5,851 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.7
4.7 based on recent ratings
  • 4.6Food
  • 4.5Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.4Value

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Review summary

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Il Fornaio - Coronado offers a "stunning view" of San Diego's skyline, creating an unforgettable dining experience. Guests rave about the "amazing ambiance" and "top-notch service," making it a beloved spot for celebrations. While some found the food "excellent," others noted inconsistencies. Overall, a picturesque setting for a special occasion.

5,851 Reviews

  1. Stanley

    VIP

    Phoenix

    11 reviews

    3.0

    11 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    A nice dining experience with just average food. The service was good but was not attentive (we had to wait on several requests , water, bar service). The view of the Bay was a nice treat.

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  2. Mauricio

    San Diego

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Fried Calamari y Fusili con Vodka ….. inmejorable !!

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  3. Julie

    San Diego

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great food, great views, great ambience and most importantly the fantastic service by Alvaro and Rosa. They help give El Fornaio a reason to return again and again!

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  4. Joanne

    VIP

    Washington DC

    18 reviews

    2.0

    18 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 2
    One of the worst meals and experiences I have had in a long time. Hostess seated us at outside table where bench was so low you needed a high chair to sit to eat. When we asked for a table w/ 4 chairs she initially refused because she did not want “impose on anyone to clean the table.” 😳 My food was horrible - overcooked pasta in what tasted like jarred sauce. My meal was cold. When I told server and asked for warm food, it came back after it had clearly been put in microwave and was scalding hot. A view is wonderful, but if food is horrible and service is bad, what’s the point? Do not eat here

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  5. sherri

    VIP

    San Diego

    10 reviews

    5.0

    10 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Everything was top notch! Great food, good service and beautiful views of the SD skyline. This restaurant never disappoints.

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  6. Gabriela

    VIP

    Mexico City

    37 reviews

    3.0

    37 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 3
    The service in the kitchen was too slow ! It took us forever to get our main course ! Our table was so small and crowded for 7 people. Our waitress was so nice !!

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  7. Ken

    San Diego

    14 reviews

    5.0

    14 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Beautiful table on the porch overlooking downtown San Diego on a bright sunny day just before Christmas.

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  8. Tina

    San Diego

    15 reviews

    4.0

    15 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    Food was fabulous and not overpriced. Our only challenge reception wasn’t rather rude about our wait. She wanted to seat us outside even though we’d requested inside restaurant. Wasn’t nice about telling when table might be ready. Everyone else was wonderful. Our waiter was exceptional. Throughly enjoyed my gnocchi and my husband’s tagliatelle with bolognese was delicious. The antipasti board could have used more bread or some crackers and cheese- very meat heavy. We enjoyed the complimentary gelato for our anniversary. Great view of San Diego harbor.

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  9. Glenn

    VIP

    Palm Springs

    23 reviews

    2.0

    23 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 3
    Went there for my wife's birthday. Hostess wished her a happy birthday but was never acknowledged by waitress or anybody else again. Food was very disappointing. Definitely not up to IL Fornaio standards . Have dined in Del Mar, Beverly Hills and Carmel. Much better.

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  10. MATTHEW

    San Diego

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Noah was awesome. The food was good but not awesome. We were seated near a window as requested, thanks to the hosts and servers.

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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 5851 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a booking

2 people
19:30
Booked 32 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Il Fornaio - Coronado

1333 First St., Coronado, CA 92118

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    Orange Ave.
  • Area
    Coronado
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon–Thu, Sun 11:30–21:00 Fri, Sat 11:30–22:00
  • 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, Takeaway, 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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