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Il Fornaio

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#22 of 50 restaurants in Del Mar
  • Cuisines: Italian
  • Price range*: $20-$35
  • Address: Del Mar Plaza, 1555 Camino Del Mar, Del Mar, CA 92014
  • Phone:  858-755-8876
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2 of 5 stars
A TripAdvisor Contributor
Jul 16, 2008

nice restaurant, but fair food; staff is a bit snobish more

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4 of 5 stars
A TripAdvisor Contributor
May 2, 2008

Almost always awesome and very authentic Italian cuisine. Too many eHarmony couples sucking face on a Friday night, but maybe just plan to go on a Thursday... more

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2 of 5 stars
Carlsbad, CA
Apr 13, 2008

Went here for lunch with some friends, and the experience was not good. We were seated by a hostess, but had to get up and get menues ourselves. The busboy was great, and a hard worker, however, he did not speak English. Not a problem, but he did not understand when we asked him for menues. The waiter was terrible.... more

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4 of 5 stars
A TripAdvisor Contributor
Feb 24, 2008

Enoteca for cocktails during sunset then din din. What a great date. more

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2 of 5 stars
A TripAdvisor Contributor
Feb 23, 2008

Overpriced and not too tasty. I love Italian food, but this restaurant tried too hard to be hip and it just ruined the food. They give you some crusty bread, and then the appetizers and entrees have weird sauces that just don't pull off the "modern cuisine" they're going for. I'd rather go to Olive Garden, and that's an insult. more

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5 of 5 stars
A TripAdvisor Contributor
Jan 21, 2008

probably my fav in sd. The sqush ravioli is to die for [not literally] They also have a decent wine selection. more

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2 of 5 stars
michaeleric
Jan 14, 2008

The only reason why I would ever go here again is for a drink on the patio. The food and service are terrible. My father ordered something and they brought the wrong food and when he said so they looked at him like...well why don't you try this and see if you like it. Not worth the money or time. more

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5 of 5 stars
Kentucky
Oct 15, 2007

My husband, daughter and I had lunch here on a gorgeous day and were extremely pleased with our meal. The bread is not only fresh but baked on premises. Since I'm from New York, I am picky about the italian bread I eat and this was wonderful. The cioppino was better than what I had in San Francisco with a... more

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1 of 5 stars
Carlsbad, CA
Aug 12, 2007

Went for Sunday brunch 8//12/07 and there are many problems. This used to be a reliable place but has turned for the worst. Long wait for food, infrequent water refills, dirty bathrooms. Food o.k. Such a shame because the view form the terrace is one of the finest in San Diego county. more

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1 of 5 stars
scottsdale, az
Aug 21, 2006
0/1 found this review helpful

the only good thing about this place is its location. i can't decide what was worse the food or the service. not only was our food cold, it was over cooked and flavorless. not to mention the food is over priced. save yourself time and energy and go somewhere else. more

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Il Fornaio Address

Del Mar Plaza, 1555 Camino Del Mar, Del Mar, CA 92014
Tel: 858-755-8876
* Restaurant price information is based on meal cost per person, excluding drinks, tax and tip.