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Il Fornaio Coronado
Italian Restaurant$$$$
Coronado
"Authentic Italian food and spectacular views of downtown San Diego."(3 Tips)
"Great view to tha san diego bay!"(2 Tips)
"Lovely view, romantic setting, great food and wonderful service."(3 Tips)
"Mediterranean Style seafood & pasta done deliciously."(7 Tips)
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Divya MulanjurFebruary 2, 2015Lovely view, romantic setting, great food and wonderful service. We were here for brunch on a lazy Sunday morning and had a great time over some great eggs Benedict over crab cakes and mimosas.
Susan RaveloMay 6, 2015The carpaccio and pizza are my favorite dishes here.We like being in Glady's section because she knows all the different variety of wines and knows what to recommend. Service from Gladys is awesome .
Joanna PoeSeptember 1, 2014Wow guys, take it easy on the truffle oil! Nobody wants their entree to taste like new car just so it can feel "fancy." Also, it's probably only "moderately cheap" for the area.
Luciano Dei RossiAugust 28, 2014Awesome location, from where you can see the SD downtown ( go there at dinner ). The food is really good for a reasonable price ( $90 for two, w/o the tip ). The service was a little too fast, though.
Laura FerrariSeptember 21, 2019Best pasta to get is the capellini pomodoro. It seems like the most basic pasta on the menu but it tastes amazing. Trust me. Also instead of asking for apps, fill up on bread :)
Josh NolanMay 10, 2018Second favorite Italian spot in SD. I come here when I would like scenery or a special occasion. Service is great food quality is fantastic.
PaddyFebruary 29, 2016Hosted our wedding rehearsal dinner here. Service was excellent and we were able to host a party of 30 a la carte (no fixed menu).
Gilt CityDecember 21, 2011There’s something for everyone at Il Fornaio—from a purist who only wants spaghetti and meat sauce to a more daring Italian connoisseur eager for pasta with mussels, clams, garlic and wine sauce.
Aloyna KochubeyOctober 22, 2015It's really Italian restaurant! Not like Olive Garden! Very recommend. The price are cheap for the restaurant and so delicious dishes.
AlisonMay 4, 2010Ask to be seated on the back patio - al fresco dining at it's best. You get a great view of the San Diego Bay, it's quiet and romantic, and they have space heaters and a fireplace to keep you warm.
Meg PrileyAugust 25, 2012Il Fornaio has delicious Italian food no matter which location you're at. This on e in Cornado, Ca has great atmosphere and a gorgeous view of the harbor!
Roberto GonzalezAugust 6, 2013Great food, spectacular view, excellent service...try pennete a la vodka, the trio for dessert...
Virgil RenzOctober 2, 2011The salmon omelette is excellent an the fresh squeezed orange juice will have you dropping a c-note on refills but it is worth every penny!
Hollie SickJanuary 26, 2016Expensive but well worth it. Always ask for the recommendations, you won't be disappointed
Alexandra CharlesAugust 17, 2013Tony and Johnny are amazing bartenders! Great food, great service, amazing views.- John MajochaAugust 1, 2010Excellent views of downtown San Diego from dining on Coronado Bay. Mediterranean Style seafood & pasta done deliciously. You stay classy Il Fornaio.
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Try the Saltimbocca - A fave. Any #AFPeeps looking for fine Italian San Diego dining at #AFPMeet #AFPICON? Try Il Fornaio on Coronado.- Amit ElseAugust 12, 2023The pasta felt like the tomato sauce was from a can, and the cheapest on the market. The Carpaccio was uneatable. The bread is hot but dry.
Cynthia SalonistaJanuary 23, 2013its really nice to have dinner late night at the bar..freindly staff and you always meet interesting people- Todd BlackmanAugust 13, 2015It doesn't get much better than this. Authentic Italian food and spectacular views of downtown San Diego. There is only a handful of authentic Italian restaurants in San Diego and this one is tops!!!
Nathan VenzaraJune 16, 2010I've never had anything but excellent service here, but noticed that Stacy (red head) is always there and takes really good care of her tables.- Amit ElseAugust 12, 2023the alcohol in cocktail could not be felt. Sadly it was highly needed to forget a little bit the disappointment from the food. The view is the only positive attribute here
- Try the Gnocchi - Where to eat in San Diego during #AFPMeet #AFPICON? Some #AFPeeps love Il Fornaio on Coronado.
Luke WangJanuary 24, 2016For restaurant week the pasta is rather bland while the beef short rib was over salted. Service was excellent but overall an okay experience.
TalenAugust 17, 2012When it's hot they close the outdoor portion, and that can make seating an issue.
Jenn MicheleJune 12, 2016The view is the best part. We had to send back everything: calamari was overcooked + tasted like old oil. The Caesar salad tasted like rotten eggs. Wow. We canceled the rest of the order + left.
buratinaDecember 30, 2013This is a joke: fresh salad is far from being fresh, more likely from a package that has been laying there forever. Meatballs and polenta - so so, probably frozen too. It's a chain, nothing to add (((- Try the Mezzeluna Integrati - San Diego dining #AFPMeet #AFPICON? #AFPeeps love Il Fornaio on Coronado.
Asma Al-MudaimighJuly 16, 2017The view here is breathtaking 😍! Seafood is great, but the chicken was too salty and greasy
toritoFebruary 25, 2012Don't sit next to the open kitchen unless you don't want to be able to hear yourself think
They changed the happy hour to $6 and less food. :( I want the calzone back
- Try the Dirty Chopin Martini - Coronado Island cocktails
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At Il Fornaio, our mission is to provide our guests with the most authentic Italian experience outside of Italy.
Closed until 11:30 AM (Show more)
- Mon–Sat
- 11:30 AM–10:00 PM
- Sun
- 10:30 AM–10:00 PM
(619) 437-4911
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