Il Fornaio Coronado

At Il Fornaio, our mission is to provide our guests with the most authentic Italian experience outside of Italy.

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    (619) 437-4911

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    ilfornaio.com

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  • Type

    Italian Restaurant

Address

1333 1st St Coronado , CA 92118 United States

Credit Cards Yes (incl. Discover & Visa)
Wi-Fi Yes
Outdoor Seating Yes
Menus Brunch, Lunch, Dinner
Drinks Wine, Cocktails

Comments / 52


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scenic views Italian food outdoor seating desserts fireplaces fresh squeezed OJ quiet happy hour eggs benedict brunch food breakfast food bar dinner vodka Bay good for special occasions lunch carpaccio pomodoro parking
Divya Mulanjur

Lovely 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 Ravelo

The 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 Poe

Wow 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 Rossi

Awesome 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 Ferrari

Best 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 Nolan

Second favorite Italian spot in SD. I come here when I would like scenery or a special occasion . Service is great food quality is fantastic.

Gilt City

There’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 .

Paddy

Hosted our wedding rehearsal dinner here. Service was excellent and we were able to host a party of 30 a la carte (no fixed menu ).

Aloyna Kochubey

It's really Italian restaurant ! Not like Olive Garden! Very recommend. The price are cheap for the restaurant and so delicious dishes.

Meg Priley

Il 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 !

Alison

Ask 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.

Dogukan

Amazing view , delicious food, perfect service.

Amy Bosler

Great views of the downtown skyline from the patio !

Hollie Sick

Expensive but well worth it. Always ask for the recommendations, you won't be disappointed

Roberto Gonzalez

Great food, spectacular view , excellent service...try pennete a la vodka , the trio for dessert ...

Roula Hanna

Nice location by the water. Fresh pasta and good service . Good combination

Jim Anderson

Try the Saltimbocca - A fave. Any #AFPeeps looking for fine Italian San Diego dining at #AFPMeet #AFPICON? Try Il Fornaio on Coronado.

Virgil Renz

The 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!

Cynthia Salonista

its really nice to have dinner late night at the bar..freindly staff and you always meet interesting people

Alexandra Charles

Tony and Johnny are amazing bartenders ! Great food, great service, amazing views .

Jim Anderson

Try the Gnocchi - Where to eat in San Diego during #AFPMeet #AFPICON? Some #AFPeeps love Il Fornaio on Coronado.

John Majocha

Excellent views of downtown San Diego from dining on Coronado Bay . Mediterranean Style seafood & pasta done deliciously. You stay classy Il Fornaio.

Todd Blackman

It 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!!!

Jenni Melville

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Amit Else

The 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.

Jim Anderson

Try the Mezzeluna Integrati - San Diego dining #AFPMeet #AFPICON? #AFPeeps love Il Fornaio on Coronado.

Jenn Beckmann DeVore

Dessert sampler is divine, and great for two to share.

Daniel Altbaum

Be sure to try the regional menu.

Amit Else

the 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

Nathan Venzara

I'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.

Jenn Michele

The 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.

Asma Al-Mudaimigh

The view here is breathtaking ????! Seafood is great, but the chicken was too salty and greasy

Maggie U.

Great pizza price at happy hour .

buratina

This 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 (((

Luke Wang

For restaurant week the pasta is rather bland while the beef short rib was over salted. Service was excellent but overall an okay experience.

Talen

When it's hot they close the outdoor portion, and that can make seating an issue.

Esri UC

ArcGIS Developer Rupert recommends this spot during the ESRI UC for a great view of downtown San Diego's towers. Read more

Jenn Beckmann DeVore

The tagliata was delicious

Charly Grajales

Great view to tha san diego bay !

Archer Ally

Romantic View of the bay , excellent food and services.

torito

Don't sit next to the open kitchen unless you don't want to be able to hear yourself think

Foodie Diva B

Beautiful view of Downtown SD.

Shane H

Breakfast is to die for. Flavors and view ... nothing better.

Jim Anderson

Try the Dirty Chopin Martini - Coronado Island cocktails

Tracy Brown

When you are in coronado come in and ask for brad!

Jason Smith

Try the Cannelloni -

Connie Wang

quite the birthday spot! Three on my last visit...

Kristen Montalbano

They changed the happy hour to $6 and less food. :( I want the calzone back

Jay Ramsperger

Best tiramisu ever.

Tasha M

They serve brunch on Saturdays.

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8.2
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An Italian island in Coronado. Authentic fresh made pasta with delicious sauces. Pizzas are Neapolitan style (as it should). Good service and complete Italian grocery shop in your way out. - Alexandre Munhoz

5.5
Italian
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Lobster ravioli is excellent!! Pink lemonade is delicious! - lucylucy

9.2
Resort
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enjoy the sunday brunch. Everything is delicious! Lovely, elegant dining area. Great for big families. - Rachael  Depp

9.5
Beach
Coronado Beach

Beautiful rocks, replete with shells, seaweed, and small marine organisms. Fun to sit on and explore. - Miriam Goldman

9.5
Island
Coronado Island

Come for a few hours in you are in the San Diego area; this island is even more laid back than SD, which is the most laid back city I've been to. - Jake Smith