Il Fornaio

4.2(1,345)

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Location & Hours

Address

302 S Market St
San Jose, California 95113
United States

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Hours

Closed • Opens Today at 6:30 AM

Monday6:30 AM – 10:00 AM, 12:00 PM – 3:00 PM, 5:00 PM – 10:00 PM

Tuesday6:30 AM – 10:00 AM, 12:00 PM – 3:00 PM, 5:00 PM – 10:00 PM

Wednesday6:30 AM – 10:00 AM, 12:00 PM – 3:00 PM, 5:00 PM – 10:00 PM

Thursday6:30 AM – 10:00 AM, 12:00 PM – 3:00 PM, 5:00 PM – 10:00 PM

Friday6:30 AM – 10:00 AM, 12:00 PM – 3:00 PM, 5:00 PM – 10:00 PM

Saturday7:00 AM – 10:00 AM, 12:00 PM – 3:00 PM, 5:00 PM – 10:00 PM

Sunday7:00 AM – 10:00 AM, 12:00 PM – 3:00 PM, 5:00 PM – 10:00 PM

Contact & Links

Contact Information

(408) 271-3366

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About Il Fornaio

Upmarket chain for Italian dining, including freshly made pasta & bread from an in-house bakery.

Price range: moderately priced

Google-sourced data last fetched on April 30, 2025.

4.2/5

Based on 1,345 reviews

Recent Reviews

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Chester Cunningham III

4 months ago

Sergio was our waiter and he was awesome. I watched him and other crew members (cooks too) work so well together it was nice to watch. The restaurant was neat, clean and well maintained. The service...

Saveana Shim

4 months ago

Had my birthday lunch at the place with mom and wish the experience was better than it actually was. I would probably give a 2-star rating if it were not for the fact that it is a holiday season and I...

Steven Cheng

a year ago

We enjoyed our time and dinner here very much! The service was excellent. They are tentative , friendly and courteous! One of the waiter, bringing a plastic cup with lids for my 18 months old grandd...

deepti savanur

7 months ago

The food is amazing and you don't feel heavy after eating cheese and pasta. The appetizers and entree portions are enough for 1 so order based on that. Very Italian and artsy ambience and vibe. It's i...

Sarah Appleton

3 months ago

We went here for New Year's Eve dinner. The food was good. Pretty atmosphere for the holiday season!

What People Are Saying

Overall Experience

The dining experience is generally positive, with many customers enjoying their meals and the atmosphere. The average rating indicates a high level of satisfaction.

Customer Favorites

Lasagna and pasta dishes are mentioned as enjoyable. Arancini is also mentioned, though not necessarily as a favorite.

Atmosphere & Service

The atmosphere is described as pretty, artsy, and very Italian, with a pleasant vibe. Service is generally rated as excellent, tentative, friendly, and courteous, with staff being attentive and helpful.

Value & Quality

The food is described as amazing, very good, fresh, and flavorful, with pasta dishes cooked perfectly. Appetizer and entree portions are considered sufficient for one person.

Areas for Improvement

One review mentions mediocre food, subpar service, and issues with food preparation (overcooked steak, lumpy pasta). Training for the staff is suggested to improve their knowledge and customer service skills.

Recent Trends

Recent reviews highlight good food and a pleasant atmosphere, particularly during the holiday season. Attentive service remains a consistent positive point.