Reviews

Overall Total Score
4 out of 5
Impressive | 10040 reviews

What User doesn't like about Il Fornaio San Jose:
For an Italian restaurant that supposedly makes their own pasta in-house, I did not expect that they would overcook the pasta on every dish. The best dishes were the appetizers. The sauces for the pastas were good but not particularly impressive. Service was friendly and food came out in a timely manner. Prices are not worth the quality. View all feedback. What User likes about Il Fornaio San Jose:
Sergio seated us. Ihab our waiter did a great job opening our wine and suggesting what was good on the menu. We had outstanding fresh cod Wonderful time with our friends View all feedback.

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Menu
5.0 ★ from 50 reviews

One of my favorite restaurants in downtown SJ. Thank you for making my dinner anniversary fantastic

Excellent food; fine, friendly service; the noise level was low

Very nice, pleasant dinner, I was quite surprised to be charge for bread

The food and the service were both above and beyond

Service was top notch and the food was quite delicious

The restaurant offers a mixed bag of reviews, with some customers lauding the service, wine selection, and ambiance while others criticize the poor quality of minestrone soup and flavorless bread. Pricing for buffets and valet service has also been called into question. However, the pasta dishes and tiramisu have received high praise. The atmosphere is generally praised for being well-decorated and fitting an Italian theme. The variety of menu options, especially on the gluten-free menu, are mentioned positively. Overall, experiences seem to vary greatly depending on the specific dishes chosen and level of service provided.

Opentable
4.1 ★ from 262 reviews
EveC
24.02.2024 - 05:39

I went to this restaurant because I was staying in the hotel, the restaurant was less than half full. I ordered a glass of wine and food as soon as I sat down,...

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RossanaM
24.02.2024 - 05:39

The food is outstanding, but don't expect huge portions.

ups2011
07.05.2024 - 04:38

The pasta dishes we had were perfect and Alberto was a perfect server. He took great care of us!

Maika
07.05.2024 - 04:38

After 4 minutes my starter was on the table and after 11 minutes, i didnt even finished my starter, they put the main course on the table!

Rebeka
07.05.2024 - 04:38

The atmosphere was lovely. Despite being quite crowded, the noise level was just right. The desserts were exceptional, and the entrees were very good, though no...

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Aggregated
4.6 ★ from 10 reviews
Terri
09.09.2023 - 11:04

I stayed at the Westin and ate here three times (twice for breakfast and once for dinner). I really enjoyed the dinner. Nice specials, good wine and nice servic...

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Kimberly
09.09.2023 - 11:04

This place is so generous! Crispy Calamari , pasta is so texture , dessert also is great ! Recommend make reservations first !!

Paul
09.09.2023 - 11:04

I ate breakfast here two times during my stay in San Jose. Both times I enjoyed my meals and the lattes were excellent. Most of all, the service was outstanding...

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tim
09.09.2023 - 11:04

Started with the Minestrone soup and she commented on flavor which we both agreed was tasty. Opened for the main which turned out amazing and reminded me of my...

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Marvin
09.09.2023 - 11:04

It is my 2nd time to eat at Il Fonaio. I always order steak and it never fails to satisfy me. My wife ordered chicken and it tastes good as well. The chocolate...

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Google
4.2 ★ from 1394 reviews
Richard
24.02.2024 - 05:39

Great food. The service was friendly and efficient.

Daniel
24.02.2024 - 05:39

Love the food and the ambiance. imported italian decor and a very high end feel. its pricey but worth it

American
24.02.2024 - 05:39

Man, I can't wait to get to Il Fornaio Italian Restaurant. I was on the other side of town helping Big Lucile...we just call him that because no one can pronoun...

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Ken
24.02.2024 - 05:39

A large party of 11 dined at Il Fornaio within the historic Saint Claire Westin property for a birthday party. The wait staff, especially Kyle, was super attent...

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Renee
24.02.2024 - 05:39

Just finished an amazing meal at Il Fornaio. I made a reservation a few weeks ago for my big group we were seated right away and Jeremy made sure all my guests...

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Menuism
4.0 ★ from 1 reviews
JonathanReyes
04.08.2023 - 08:45

The service is top notch. I am giving 4 stars for service. The food is pretty good. Nothing was spectacular, but service was really good. I had lunch here, but...

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Sirved
3.8 ★ from 4780 reviews

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