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Il Fornaio Manhattan Beach
1800 Rosecrans Ave Bldg. F, Manhattan Beach, CA 90266, United States
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Il Fornaio Manhattan Beach

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Ev
Review №1

We have been in this restaurant a couple of times, and we have some mixed feelings about it. At first we did not really like it, but from the second try, it was a lot better. We were practically the only visitors, and the personnel was very welcoming. The food was also a lot more delicious. Overall, it is a worthy place to visit.

Ke
Review №2

Absolutely amazing restaurant with great amenities beautiful atmosphere and amazing Italian food the best Ive ever had in a while I highly recommend this restaurant to anyone in the area perfect for date night and any event you may have! Will be coming back on multiple occasions.

Ai
Review №3

This place is really beautiful, I loved the restaurants atmosphere, Perfect for a date night setting, All of our food was delicious, Will definitely be returning.

Ed
Review №4

My wife and I went for our 15 year anniversary. It was our first time there and we both had a seafood plate with a glass of red wine each. She had pasta with sea scallops, muscles, and shrimp; and I had the salmon, with octopus, and sea scallops. It was delicious! Everything was very well done from the decor to the food. We live 2 hours away and we will definitely be back.

Mr
Review №5

I havent dined here in years, but I had a craving for a great pasta dish. The quality of food and service is always top-notch. The bread is always fresh and fluffy. The atmosphere is always calm and quiet. I love that I can relax and have a great meal to myself.

RA
Review №6

Classy place. Great place to spoil a classy significant other. 😁

Tr
Review №7

Nice place to have dinner. Went for a birthday and the food was very good. Some items are expensive but most are pretty average for dinner.

Lu
Review №8

The food was amazing. I was pleasantly surprised at the presentation of my food and drinks. The outdoor patio was nice and cozy even though facing a large shopping plaza. The staff was very nice

Am
Review №9

Came for my grandmas memorial service reception. We had reserved the whole back patio for ourselves. You can hear the cars from the street but they played music on their speakers so it wasnt too bad. It was nicely decorated and looked beautiful. The service was excellent and the drinks were nice and strong. My favorite foods were the calamari, veggie pizza, pasta, and chocolate cake!

Ga
Review №10

It was okay. A little flat. Food temperature was not really hot enough. They are adding $2 for bread service and adding 2% covid surcharge. Not sure exactly how I feel about that...

Vi
Review №11

Very nice restaurant but no vegan options :/ I ordered an artichoke but there were no vegan sauce, the waitress said yes but when I received the order they told me they didn’t have any sauce for me and on top of that the artichoke was not well cooked. A little disappointed with this beautiful restaurant, the place looks nice and despite the problem with food the waitress was very nice. They have a nice wine list and great drinks.

Jo
Review №12

Good food a bit pricey

Lu
Review №13

The food was really delicious. It was my first time visiting and my waitress was very nice and accommodating. I definitely will be back.

Mi
Review №14

Good food and great service

Pa
Review №15

Food - greatService - yuckGo to Olive Garden instead... The food is not as good but the service is probably the same or better... Il Fornaio is a waste of money. No attention, just slap the food on the table and forget about you.... Not worth it

Vi
Review №16

Good service and excellent food!

Ka
Review №17

Easter brunch was amazing. The waffle was to die for! My omelette was loaded with salmon.

Gr
Review №18

It was good. It was not busy, rather quiet. Perhaps we were there on and off night.

Ro
Review №19

Went here to get some dinner on a Sunday night, party of 2.Wait time was about 5 minutes.Seated in a cozy private-ish booth near the back.Greeted immediately by Gabriela, amazing service, attentiveness and hospitality.Order the calamari appetizer and lemon veal main course.Flavor and freshness was spot on, didnt even noticed the salt and pepper on the table. Bread with oil and balsamic was rosemary tasty, warm, and crispy crust!Calamari was lightly battered and the spicy marinara with it was smooth with the hint of heat at the end.Veal could be a bit more tender or steak knives could be sharper? either or....Yukon potatoes were the highlight of the dish with the lemon sauce.Overall, great service and food was fresh as promised. Will be back!

Sh
Review №20

This decor is lovely, open, and airy. Very nice ambience and great service, however, the food on the other hand was lacking flavor and in need of a few extra boosts. I ordered the seafood linguini and the seafood was cooked well, but I found the dish to be a bit bland and boring. After a fresh squeezed lemon, a side of pink cream sauce, some salt to taste, and freshly grated parmesan I felt my dish was much better. For $30 a plate you should not have to dolly up anything.

Ma
Review №21

To go order . My friend who had recommended this place did not receive her food and personnel suggested she had not placed the order. She had. After a lot of argument and wasted time the VP of the company, who happened to be there, intervened, apologized and had it made, free of charge. The order was missing the bacon she had asked for. All and all, with the exception of the VP trying to sort it out it was not the greatest introduction to this restaurant.

El
Review №22

Great restaurant all the way from ambient to food! Will be back!

En
Review №23

Very good Italian food! Excellent quality! Formal yet, friendly professional service. Knowledgeable waiters and perfect location! Italian dishes are traditional and big portions. Very well presented on your plate. Classic High End Italian decor and great ambience! Fantastic for business luncheons and companys party! Evening dinning is also very, very good, I highly recommend! Not expensive for the high quality food, excellent service and superb Italian dinning experience and ambiance!

Bo
Review №24

I had the Caeser salad and a ravioli dish, along with a few cups of wine and the complimentary bread/oil/vinegar combo. The service was on point, and the atmosphere was exactly like youd expect for an Italian joint... Dimly lit/intimate/candle lit. the food was fantastic in quality and portion.

Sh
Review №25

Had dinner here with a group of coworkers. Decent food and great atmosphere...

Ma
Review №26

So good, that our group came back two days later...

Ev
Review №27

I have a very positive review but I should address the other two reviews that gave it a one star rating. Although they DO have pasta its not spaghetti and meatballs and even if they have pizza unless spicy salame is the same as pepperoni they dont have it. There are MANY other Italian restaurants that serve that kind of food so go there if you want, instead this one has gourmet haute cuisine, where you may find innovative dishes that they created and may not be able to be found elsewhere, thats why a person should take a look at a menu first and not criticize the restaurant for not carrying food that is NOT on the menu! The accusation that they make Hispanic wear masks and whites not, is too ridiculous to even address.This 5 star review is not only for the ambiance, food, service but most importantly to ME, is that if you have a complaint or problem, they get back to you IMMEDIATELY, no need to write a negative reviews ANYWHERE, you are spending your hard earned money on a business that CARES about your satisfaction.As for complaints that the service is slow, Italy is the origin of the slow food movement, eat here when you have time to truly savor your food with company that you enjoy. I read that that their repeat customers are very loyal and they have special dinners for them off the menu. I may not be able to afford to dine here frequently but with events (like DineLA) or just their regular menu, it is worth the money to indulge and treat yourself once in awhile.

H
Review №28

Real Italian restaurant, very tasty. The outside of building looks casual, once you go inside it is so nice and kind of classic style.

Ne
Review №29

Very generic and bland! Not a “high end” restaurant- ONE degree difference from cafeteria food 😕

Ma
Review №30

Thank you Fernanda you are wonderful person❤ we had a wonderful time

Ya
Review №31

This place is very nice and staff is very attentive and helpful, it was our first time here and the food and service received were amazing! I definitely recommend it for date nights, birthday celebrations and just because

?E
Review №32

Dont eat here. How do you not have spaghetti and meatballs at a Italian restaurant? I asked for angel hair pasta they brought me undercooked linguini. They replace the linguini and bring me angle hair pasta that was way to salty. I asked for grilled chicken they brought out dry and bland chicken. We asked for pepperoni pizza and our pizza was missing pepperoni. Did covid cause all this confusion??

VE
Review №33

Food and service A+

Pr
Review №34

Good food . Nice ambience. I love the Rosemary Chicken and as well as other entrees.

Tr
Review №35

Best Italian restaurant we have come across outside of the North End in Boston

LI
Review №36

I havent been there in a very long time the food is still fresh and amazing as always

C
Review №37

Authentic Italian food and fantastic service.

Ar
Review №38

Don’t eat here, I ordered lasagna and it tasted terrible. If you are Hispanic, you must wear a mask until your food is served or if you are not eating, but if you are white, this rule doesn’t apply to you because according to the waitress “it is a suggestion, not a rule”

De
Review №39

I asked for steak for well done but they brought it burnt so as for medium well.

Ch
Review №40

Pork chop was good.

L.
Review №41

The dish was excellent. Tomato, garlic, angel hair pasta with chicken breast. The tiramisu is price at $12 and it was worth it.

Ma
Review №42

Great meal..

Ty
Review №43

The customer service, the cleanliness, the smiles, the fresh ingredients, the atmosphere and the most flavorful, delicious food. Just happiness. 😁 I forgot our servers name but it began with an A and we left around 4:30. She was amazing. Definitely making this my new Italian.

Ma
Review №44

My boyfriend took me on a date here. The staff was very attentive and courteous. We managed to sit next to the fireplace. I didnt make a good choice food-wise, but my hunnys choice tasted really good. I will give them another try

St
Review №45

Fine food! Decent prices. Service was very good.

Ad
Review №46

The locations is nice. When I made the reservation I was told that we were going to be treated a bit more special due to it being our anniversary. Unfortunately it was a regular day and no special treatment. Food was okay. Im not sure I will be going back

Lu
Review №47

Food was just perfect, service was great. I will recommend a reservation to get a spot in the patio.

Em
Review №48

I was impressed with the cozy warm decorations of the restaurant!! The waiter Bill was excellent and attentive to our party of 12. The appetizers were delicious .. The wine list was exceptional.. The food was excellent i definitely be hosting another party at this restaurant.. Thank you everyone who made our BIRTHDAY ladies have excellent BIRTHDAY!!!

Ca
Review №49

Very wonderful experience, celebrating my mothers 🎂🎂 birthday 🙏🙏🎉🎉

Te
Review №50

This is clearly one of the most attractive place in the area. Whenever I come there I am awfully glad. They maintain their high standard service and the highest level of dishes they give. You are always happy with this place. Very recommended.

Ga
Review №51

Wonderful food

Ra
Review №52

Loved the beef tenderloins. & for desert the Tiramisu. Attentive service.

pu
Review №53

Delicious food, courteous and friendly service, all in an elegant ambiance, the ideal place for a pleasant dinner

Wi
Review №54

Feels like the cheese cake factory for Italian food, the space is huge, fits about 300 guests. Due to covid however, only the out door patio is open. The menue is simple, no fresh made pastas. We had two salads---the food was so so🙂

St
Review №55

Nice surprise. Sat my party of 8 quickly and even the smaller children found quality food they loved. Nice sauces and high quality meat.

Ce
Review №56

The food and service are exceptional. I have major food allergies and this location takes them very seriously. The order has always been spot on. The Il Fornaio in Manhattan Beach have accommodated me for years and taken my allergies VERY SERIOUSLY. Importantly as well Manhattan Beach take customer service and the customer experience seriously. Bravo and thank you for caring!

Pa
Review №57

I have dined at this restaurant multiple times however this evening I experienced terrible service.

Je
Review №58

My family took me to this restaurant for my birthday, it was a really great experience I can say! Loved the atmosphere, the waiter who provided us with excellent service and to the chef who made our dinner and out desserts, I dont recall his name, but such a great guy, will be coming very soon for another special occasion, thank you for this excellent evening! 👍❤️😊

Jo
Review №59

The food is really good

Br
Review №60

Food is good and may need reservations to bypass the dinner time rush. Lots of menu items to choose from and they are all in Italian so you may need to read all the descriptions if you dont speak Italian. Great wine selection, limited beer selection. If you like Italian food and environment I would recommend this restaurant.

Je
Review №61

Been going here for years and I have to say last night was fantastic. Service is has been good in the past but a bit on the slow side. Last night our drinks came to the table in record time and our food was received at a enjoyable pace. Food is superb.

An
Review №62

Took my customer to this restaurant. I was so impressed with their services and they have variety of items both in food and drinks menu. What was interesting is they have many Veg/Vegan options as well. Me being vegetarian, enjoyed lot having meal here

An
Review №63

This makes me feel special. Absolutely Beautiful.Excellent 5-Star affordable resturant.

Fr
Review №64

The food was delicious and the atmosphere very pleasant. The waiters were very careful. A good Italian reference in California with some traditional dishes, generous pizzas and a beautiful list of Italian wines. I found the price a bit too high but this is maybe just my European perspective as such beautiful restaurants are quite common in Belgium.

Jo
Review №65

We ordered from a special price fixe menu not available after February. Items are on the regular menu and were delicious. Service was exceptional. We had what we needed when we needed it. An excellent dining experience.

An
Review №66

Good food. Service and great ambient.Have tried a dish I did not like. Pizza, calamari and spumanti are top notch.Pastas are fresh and tasteful.

Pa
Review №67

Enjoyed an early Sunday dinner on a whim. The service was excellent and very attentive--I was pleasantly surprised that they were so helpful about sharing salad and an entre. The porterhouse steak was perfectly cooked and delicious; we also loved a beet and arugula salad. The wine list was very good, too.

Ma
Review №68

I don’t know why this place is rated so high. The high rating must be for the presentation and decoration. The food is a 1 star. The pasta sauce had a weird taste, the chicken was over cooked and the broccoli was under cooked. We asked for parmesan cheese and the waiter never came back with the cheese.

Di
Review №69

Comfortable, elegant, formal. The food and service is always great, but the place feels like an empty hangar at lunchtime. There is mote staff than customers sometimes. Hmmm?

Ci
Review №70

Ive dined here twice and was disappointed both times. Food and service were just okay. We had a group of 10 and after waiting an hour for our meal we complained and they brought it out right away, but it looked and felt like it had been sitting under the warmers for way too long. Some said their food was too salty, others too bland. Overall, not a great experience and I definitely wont be back.

C.
Review №71

Food is good, but service & servers are even better. They make you feel like Familia.

An
Review №72

I have been eating here over a few years now. I love this place! Chief Vicente takes great pride in his work and always wants to know how you enjoyed the food, good or bad. He says he will not know how to fix the problem if he doesnt know of the problem. I do have my favorite waiters, one of them being David. He is happy to recommend and more importantly is friendly and attentive. I love to dine here with family and friends. This is where I go with I want to sit, relax, enjoy the company I am with as while as the wonderful food. The cooking class and wine dinners that they offer are also fun, informative and nicely done! Cant say enough about this place.

Ke
Review №73

Great food & beautiful restaurant.

Cl
Review №74

Gave Il Fornaio 4 stars based on the following: service was okay, nothing outstanding, not sure if it was a busy night for the staff and kitchen, but the delivery of the food dragged on, was not up to par for a restaurant with such a high rating. Food taste and prep was good, but not exceptional. I will dine here again to see if I just happened to dine on an off night for the restaurant.

Jo
Review №75

Great food, excellent tiramisu! Butternut pasta is very good. $20 corking fee if you bring your own wine but there are a few decent priced wines on their menu. We really enjoyed our meal there would go back.

Me
Review №76

OVERALL: This is one of the larger Il Fornaio locations (think Old Town Pasadena).The staff are excellent. Many have been here for many years, and they know the regulars. The food is always excellent, and they will accommodate any needs.Ive dined with family, including young children, and they go out of their way to accommodate young diners. Well done!

Jo
Review №77

The food was delicious!!

Ca
Review №78

The atmosphere was lovely. In the past, a visit was somewhat of an authentic Italian experience. However, the food was overpriced, the staff almost pleasant and the experience so so. Seems like success or economic measures have had an impact on their vision.

Pa
Review №79

Didnt want the hassle of Thanksgiving dinner this year, so we opted for Il Fornaio. Wasnt in the least bit disappointed. Service, food, and ambience were much better than I expected. Ive not been disappointed here, but was willing to give them a break at Thanksgiving.We not only had great turkey, but had enough leftovers for turkey sandwiches the next day. Highly recommended any day.

An
Review №80

Great place to eat Italian! My husband and I enjoyed the seafood and Lasagna! Deserts were delicious! Will definitely recommend this place to everyone.

Da
Review №81

I had dinner here with a friend last Saturday night and their food is excellent, but we were both rather surprised at the length of time we had to wait to place our orders... I do know they were extremely busy because of all the families having dinner there on the weekend before Christmas.But I do hope the next time I visit there it will not be a repeat of the lengthy order placement time.

Gr
Review №82

There are many Il Fornaio restaurants and Ive been to perhaps ten of them. They are all excellent! Each is run by an executive chef from a different region in Italy. Special regional menus every month are amazing. We didnt plan for Il Fornaio for this lunch. The other restaurant was closed so we went to plan B. Il Fornaio did not disappoint. We brought an old 1993 Foxen cab for a special lunch. Great food. Attentive service. Perfect choice!

Ke
Review №83

Doting, pampering service, delicious food and great atmosphere... Whats not to like? Add a good gluten free menu with lots of options and the price point starts to make more sense. This is a great treat and experience, but too pricey for my regular favorite.

Al
Review №84

Would surely recommend visiting this place. Awesome vibes, tasty dishes, good service. Keep up the good work.

J.
Review №85

Love the cooking classes. The chef is welcoming of dumb questions. The result is learning on a very rapid basis. What a wonderful way to learn about the fine points of making a great meal. At the very least you get a great meal out of the deal. But the reality is you come away with an understanding of how to improve your meals. Our at-home meals have become a real adventure due to these classes. For the cost of a nice meal, you get much, much more.

nu
Review №86

The food is great. I love the appetizers, dinner,drinks, and desserts. Very nice atmosphere. I have observed wedding parties and other celebrations held here.The staff are great too. I do not care for the smell of the bathroom,it strongly smells like that 70s perfume Maja, its a pretty strong smell, but not a deal breaker.I have tried quite a few dishes here,and enjoyed all my food choices. The quality of the food and service are consistent. I enjoy eating here and look forward to my next visit.

Me
Review №87

The dining areas are very appealing. The service is outstanding. The menu has selections to please any palate. The wine selections are excellent. We plan to return and treat some friends to a dining experience.

jo
Review №88

Delicious Italian food. A little pricey but enjoyable. Good ambiance too.

Na
Review №89

Me, my brother and his lady had wonderful time. Great waiter, good food, popular 4 lunch. Small front door, huge restaurant.

De
Review №90

I lived in Manhattan Beach for two years and never knew about this restaurant until recently when a friend from Newport Beach drove up and suggested we have dinner at Il Fornaio. In fact, he remembered the great food and service, but not the name of the restaurant. However, we found it anyway after following his few driving clues. We made more memories and enjoyed terrific outdoor ambiance and impeccable service. However, my salmon dish had little flavor and the ice tea glasses are tiny!

G.
Review №91

Overpriced and the food not too great

Ky
Review №92

Food was good and service was too. Brunette hostess was argumentative and very rude to my parents regarding a reservation despite the restaursnt being empty. Despite having the confirmation, she ruined their night. Wont be back.

Ca
Review №93

Great experience. We were with a large group and couldnt have been more pleased. The service was stellar, never wanted for a drink, food came out on a timely fashion, and it was delicious. Very happy with the staff and food and would highly recommend for anyone looking for a group venue.

Ad
Review №94

I was here with friends for Happy Hour. The decor, the service, the drinks, and the half-price appetizers, Carpaccio and Calamaretti, were all excellent; the appetizer servings were generous enough so that two per person made a good light meal. I could easily become a regular here.

St
Review №95

What you expect a clean and efficient restaurant. Staff are mostly friendly. 1 or 2 were a bit short and not so friendly. The food was amazing and the coffee was perfect. My favorite place for a coffee.

Fr
Review №96

Great food. Great service. Fair price.

Ed
Review №97

Great place for dining. Good food, good drinks, good service. You dont have to get pasta here. Look at this plate. Rotisserie duck with reduced mixed berries amuse and garlic mashed potatoes n baby carrots.

St
Review №98

Good food at very fair prices. Brunch menu is too elaborate and can be simplified with more basic choices. No need for Sunday reservations. Very quiet restaurant.

CM
Review №99

Great Italian food and excellent service in a beautiful rustic ambiance. Sorry, no pics. We were hungry and wolfed our dinner.

hu
Review №100

As always food is good, jose serving did a great job

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  • Address:1800 Rosecrans Ave Bldg. F, Manhattan Beach, CA 90266, United States
  • Site:https://ilfornaio.com/manhattan-beach-order-online/
  • Phone:+1 310-725-9555
Categories
  • Banquet hall
  • Italian restaurant
  • Bar
Working hours
  • Monday:5–9pm
  • Tuesday:5–9pm
  • Wednesday:5–9pm
  • Thursday:5–9pm
  • Friday:5–9pm
  • Saturday:5–9pm
  • Sunday:5–9pm
Service options
  • Outdoor seating:Yes
  • No-contact delivery:Yes
  • Curbside pickup:Yes
  • Delivery:Yes
  • Takeaway:Yes
  • Dine-in:Yes
Highlights
  • Great coffee:Yes
  • Great dessert:Yes
Popular for
  • Lunch:Yes
  • Dinner:Yes
  • Solo dining:Yes
Accessibility
  • Wheelchair-accessible car park:Yes
  • Wheelchair-accessible entrance:Yes
Offerings
  • Alcohol:Yes
  • Beer:Yes
  • Cocktails:Yes
  • Coffee:Yes
  • Comfort food:Yes
  • Happy-hour drinks:Yes
  • Happy-hour food:Yes
  • Healthy options:Yes
  • Kids' menu:Yes
  • Small plates:Yes
  • Spirits:Yes
  • Vegetarian options:Yes
  • Wine:Yes
Dining options
  • Dinner:Yes
  • Dessert:Yes
Amenities
  • Bar on site:Yes
  • Good for kids:Yes
  • High chairs:Yes
  • Wi-Fi:Yes
Atmosphere
  • Cosy:Yes
  • Romantic:Yes
  • Upmarket:Yes
Crowd
  • Groups:Yes
  • Tourists:Yes
Planning
  • Lunch reservations recommended:Yes
  • Dinner reservations recommended:Yes
  • Accepts reservations:Yes
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