Amador County(307)
Auburn(186)
Calaveras County(36)
Chico(112)
Placerville(99)
Redding(4)
Sacramento(8,274)
Arden Fair(311)
Carmichael(12)
Citrus Heights(262)
Davis(358)
El Dorado Hills(158)
Elk Grove(156)
Folsom(491)
Granite Bay(190)
Lincoln(117)
Midtown(3)
Rancho Cordova(200)
Rocklin(45)
Roseville(1,149)
Sacramento(4,594)
American(375)
Burgers(13)
Californian(724)
Chinese(101)
Comfort Food(215)
Continental(7)
European(40)
French(96)
Gastro Pub(29)
Indian(18)
Italian(598)
Japanese(25)
Mexican(79)
Provencal(212)
Seafood(578)
Southern(209)
Spanish(117)
Steak(90)
Steakhouse(395)
Turkish(11)
Winters(219)
Woodland(9)
Find Restaurants in Your Area
Select a Location
- Alabama
- Anchorage
- Arkansas
- Asheville / W. North Carolina
- Atlanta / Georgia
- Atlantic Canada
- Atlantic City
- Austin
- Baja California
- Baltimore / Maryland
- Beijing
- Boston / New England
- Calgary / Southern Alberta
- California Central Coast
- Caribbean
- Charlotte
- Chicago / Illinois
- Chihuahua
- Cincinnati / Dayton
- Cleveland / Akron / Canton
- Coastal North Carolina
- Columbus
- Corpus Christi / McAllen
- Dallas - Fort Worth
- Demoland
- Denver / Colorado
- Detroit / Eastern Michigan
- Dubai
- East Tennessee
- Edmonton / Northern Alberta
- El Paso
- El Salvador
- Exclusive
- Fresno / San Joaquin Valley
- Grand Rapids / Western Michigan
- Greensboro / Winston Salem / Highpoint
- Hawaii
- Hong Kong / Macau
- Houston
- Idaho
- Indiana
- Iowa
- Jackson Hole / Wyoming
- Jacksonville / Northeast Florida
- Kansas City
- Kentucky
- Key West / Florida Keys
- Lake of the Ozarks
- Las Vegas
- Los Angeles / Orange County
- Los Cabos
- Malaysia
- Manitoba / Saskatchewan
- Memphis
- Mexico / Mexico City
- Miami / Southeast Florida
- Minneapolis - St. Paul
- Mississippi
- Montana
- Montreal / Quebec
- Nashville
- Nebraska
- New Mexico
- New Orleans / Louisiana
- New York / Tri-State Area
- North Dakota
- Northern Michigan / Upper Peninsula
- Northwest Florida
- Oklahoma
- Orlando / Central Florida East
- Ottawa
- Palm Springs / Palm Desert Cities
- Philadelphia / New Jersey Suburbs
- Phoenix / Arizona
- Pinehurst
- Pittsburgh
- Portland / Oregon
- Portugal
- Puerto Vallarta
- Raleigh / Durham / Chapel Hill
- Sacramento / Sacramento Valley
- San Antonio
- San Diego
- San Francisco Bay Area
- Scranton / Poconos
- Seattle / Eastern Washington
- Shanghai
- Singapore
- South Carolina
- South Dakota
- Southwest Florida
- Southwest Indiana / Tri-State Area
- Springfield / Branson
- St. Louis
- Switzerland
- Tahoe / Reno Area
- Tampa / Central Florida West
- Texas Panhandle
- Toledo
- Toronto / Ontario
- Utah
- Vancouver / British Columbia
- Villa de Muerte
- Virginia
- Washington, D.C. Area
- West Virginia
- Wisconsin
- Yosemite / Mammoth Lakes
Most Reviewed Restaurants
Top-Rated Restaurants
Reserve now:
Il Fornaio - SacramentoReservations
Restaurant Reviews List >
Sacramento / Sacramento Valley Restaurant Reviews >
Sacramento Restaurant Reviews >
Sacramento Restaurant Reviews >
Italian Restaurant Reviews
Il Fornaio - Sacramento Reviews List
Il Fornaio - Sacramento
Il Fornaio means "the Baker" in Italian. Located in downtown Sacramento, this award-winning restaurant offers an authentic and unique Italian dining experience and a Wine Spectator Award of Excellence 2007 wine list. Enjoy wood-fired rotisserie and grilled meats, poultry and game; house made and imported pastas; pizzas from an oak wood burning oven; fresh salads and house made soups; antipasti and a wide variety of desserts made daily from scratch.
See more Il Fornaio - Sacramento details
185 Current Reviews
Summary of Diner Ratings & Reviews
Overall
(Outstanding)
4.2
/
5
Rating Breakdown 185 reviews
5 stars
(82)
4 stars
(74)
3 stars
(20)
2 stars
(4)
1 star
(5)
Food
(Outstanding)
4.1
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
4.3
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
4.3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
Filter Reviews By:
Diners classify this restaurant as:
- special occasion(109)
- fit for foodies(72)
- romantic(69)
- good for groups(66)
- notable wine list(44)
- great for lunch(42)
Il Fornaio - Sacramento Reviews List
Review 1 for Il Fornaio - Sacramento
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
AMAZING!
OpenTable Diner
Dined on 5/18/2013
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"The food. The service. EVERYTHING was perfect. My boyfriend and I when here for our prom night. We made reservations late...no problem...be were running late...not an issue...the food was fantastic! i got a calzone....large but hey lunch for tomorrow!....I totally reccoment this to anyone!"
Dined on 5/18/2013
Special Features: notable wine list, romantic, scenic view, late-night find, hot spot, special occasion
Share:
0points
0of 0voted this as helpful.
Thank you! You have successfully submitted a comment for this review.
Review 2 for Il Fornaio - Sacramento
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Il Fornaio always comes through with a great regional tasting menu, excellent service and a relaxing atmosphere."
Dined on 5/19/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, special occasion
Share:
0points
0of 0voted this as helpful.
Thank you! You have successfully submitted a comment for this review.
Review 3 for Il Fornaio - Sacramento
Overall rating
(Poor)
1
/
5
Never Again
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Poor)
1
/
5
Ambiance
(Poor)
1
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Although we've had some good visits, a recent Saturday night was our last. Despite reservations, we were seated in a covered patio adjacent to main dining room, where the ambiance was poor and noise levels were high.
Service was bad. It took over 10 minutes before our waiter showed up to say he'd be with us in just a moment. The waiter's assistant tried to clear my appetizer plate when I was clearly not done, and failed to replace my wife's fork when her main dish arrived.
Food: Bruschetta was served on soggy bread Beet salad was tasteless. Two regional pasta dishes were boring. Almond torte for desert was good.
If you visit, insist on main dining room seating, order off the main menu, and avoid crowded times, e.g. Saturday nights."
Dined on 5/18/2013
Share:
0points
0of 0voted this as helpful.
Thank you! You have successfully submitted a comment for this review.
Review 4 for Il Fornaio - Sacramento
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Yummy Pasta. Amazing bread.
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Pasta is always good and very fresh. Olive bread is my favorite.
Patio is lovely and has a nice romantic feel; however, you cannot sit too long in those chairs.
The food, wine, service is always great. This is our Valentine's spot. Unfortunately, the service was really slow. Our waitress was very nice and funny I think was a bit overwhelmed on the patio and was counting on the help of the bus boys who really didn't help her. But we will be back!"
Patio is lovely and has a nice romantic feel; however, you cannot sit too long in those chairs.
The food, wine, service is always great. This is our Valentine's spot. Unfortunately, the service was really slow. Our waitress was very nice and funny I think was a bit overwhelmed on the patio and was counting on the help of the bus boys who really didn't help her. But we will be back!"
Dined on 5/17/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for outdoor dining, romantic, neighborhood gem, special occasion
Share:
0points
0of 0voted this as helpful.
Thank you! You have successfully submitted a comment for this review.
Review 5 for Il Fornaio - Sacramento
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Out of towner
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"This restaurant, among others, was recommended to me by locals. I was looking for Italian so, I chose Il Fornaio. The service was the top plus. The food was their Puglia special. It was a nice way to make an engaged meal for a single diner. Possibly a little pricey for the fair, but well worth the effort."
Dined on 5/15/2013
Special Features: late-night find, special occasion
Share:
0points
0of 0voted this as helpful.
Thank you! You have successfully submitted a comment for this review.
Review 6 for Il Fornaio - Sacramento
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Mother's Day Brunch
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Has to be the best brunch experience to date."
Dined on 5/12/2013
Special Features: good for groups, great for brunch, kid-friendly, late-night find, neighborhood gem, great for lunch, special occasion
Share:
0points
0of 0voted this as helpful.
Thank you! You have successfully submitted a comment for this review.
Review 7 for Il Fornaio - Sacramento
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Slow and unattentive server - (It was a busy day - Mother's Day)
We had to remind our sever that we had not received bread
Food was delivered - slow and not all of it was hot
Ordered a steak (I know ..It's an Itallian cuisine and not known for steak, but by daughter insisted)
The steak was a 34 dollar porterhouse that was simply "Not Good". (Good sides though)
My wife's pasta dish was however the best dish. My Mother and sister's dishes were less than impressive as well.
Spent 200 dollars on a very disappointing dinner.
We had to remind our sever that we had not received bread
Food was delivered - slow and not all of it was hot
Ordered a steak (I know ..It's an Itallian cuisine and not known for steak, but by daughter insisted)
The steak was a 34 dollar porterhouse that was simply "Not Good". (Good sides though)
My wife's pasta dish was however the best dish. My Mother and sister's dishes were less than impressive as well.
Spent 200 dollars on a very disappointing dinner.
Not impressed - Probably won't return."
Dined on 5/12/2013
Share:
0points
0of 0voted this as helpful.
Thank you! You have successfully submitted a comment for this review.
Review 8 for Il Fornaio - Sacramento
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
good, but not great
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Pasta with anchovies was wat toooooo salty....you need to taste your foods"
Dined on 5/11/2013
Share:
0points
0of 0voted this as helpful.
Thank you! You have successfully submitted a comment for this review.
Review 9 for Il Fornaio - Sacramento
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"can never understand why they walk you through entire space to give you the worst table in a restaurant that is 2/3 empty..next to butlers service table...we refused it..walked back to a proper table for 2.
waitress was nice...food was very average..compared to il fornaio in carmel, it did not compare.
restaurant is attractive and should have better food."
waitress was nice...food was very average..compared to il fornaio in carmel, it did not compare.
restaurant is attractive and should have better food."
Dined on 5/10/2013
Special Features: good for groups, special occasion
Share:
0points
0of 0voted this as helpful.
Thank you! You have successfully submitted a comment for this review.
Review 10 for Il Fornaio - Sacramento
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Poor)
1
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Arrogant service. Felt rushed and dismiss missed absent of grace."
Dined on 5/06/2013
Special Features: good for groups
Share:
0points
0of 0voted this as helpful.
Thank you! You have successfully submitted a comment for this review.
Review 11 for Il Fornaio - Sacramento
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Great food and very good service.
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Great food and very good service."
Dined on 04/25/2013
2010
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, special occasion, great for lunch
Share:
0points
0of 0voted this as helpful.
Thank you! You have successfully submitted a comment for this review.
Review 12 for Il Fornaio - Sacramento
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Consistently good!
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"My friend and I had a really nice dining experience. Our server, Samantha, was not only very professional and courteous, but she was charming as well! The food, as usual at Il Fornaio, was excellent. I had the pasta in a vodka cream sauce with bacon. Just mentioning it makes me hungry again. Sigh."
Dined on 04/15/2013
2006
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, great for brunch, notable wine list, special occasion, great for lunch
Share:
0points
0of 0voted this as helpful.
Thank you! You have successfully submitted a comment for this review.
Review 13 for Il Fornaio - Sacramento
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Took our two grandsons for
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Took our two grandsons for their first fine dining experience & the waiter was very friendly with them & a great overall experience."
Dined on 04/14/2013
2008
Special Features: kid-friendly, special occasion
Share:
0points
0of 0voted this as helpful.
Thank you! You have successfully submitted a comment for this review.
Review 14 for Il Fornaio - Sacramento
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
This is one of our favorite
Food
(Poor)
1
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"This is one of our favorite restaurants but tonight the food was not good at all. If this was the first time eating here I don't believe we would come back. It appears the chef had a bad night in the kitchen. We will return and hopefully the food will be excellent as it has been in the past."
Dined on 04/13/2013
2011
Share:
0points
0of 0voted this as helpful.
Thank you! You have successfully submitted a comment for this review.
Review 15 for Il Fornaio - Sacramento
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
As frequent diners in downtown
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"As frequent diners in downtown Sacto this has got to be the best restaurant for service, attention to detail, prompt service, and tasteful
Food. Thanks for a great evening. Other "hip" downtown restaurants can learn from "the baker"."
Food. Thanks for a great evening. Other "hip" downtown restaurants can learn from "the baker"."
Dined on 04/13/2013
2010
Special Features: fit for foodies, romantic, special occasion
Share:
0points
0of 0voted this as helpful.
Thank you! You have successfully submitted a comment for this review.
Review 16 for Il Fornaio - Sacramento
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Wonderful celebration!
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"We went there with our 5 kids to celebrate our son's 18th birthday! It was wonderful!
Such a great time for all 7 of us! Our waiter Franchesco was marvelous!
Such a great time for all 7 of us! Our waiter Franchesco was marvelous!
Thank you!
Mary Basso"
Mary Basso"
Dined on 04/12/2013
2013
Special Features: good for groups, kid-friendly, romantic, special occasion, scenic view
Share:
0points
0of 0voted this as helpful.
Thank you! You have successfully submitted a comment for this review.
Review 17 for Il Fornaio - Sacramento
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
We enjoy Il Fornaio's passport
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"We enjoy Il Fornaio's passport program. The program gives us a new region each month, and we enjoy the opportunity for the tasting menu. We've had excellent service and enjoyable evenings. We also enjoy the atmosphere of the restaurant--upscale, but casual."
Dined on 04/08/2013
2012
Special Features: fit for foodies, special occasion
Share:
0points
0of 0voted this as helpful.
Thank you! You have successfully submitted a comment for this review.
Review 18 for Il Fornaio - Sacramento
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Nice to have a solid Italian
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Nice to have a solid Italian restaurant in Sacramento. Nice dining room and bar and the waiters are very helpful."
Dined on 03/25/2013
2008
Share:
0points
0of 0voted this as helpful.
Thank you! You have successfully submitted a comment for this review.
Review 19 for Il Fornaio - Sacramento
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Wonderful meal with smiles
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"The service was outstanding. The waitress was very attentive and friendly. It was a special occasion and the management came to our table with well wishes. A very pleasurable meal for a party of 8!"
Dined on 04/04/2013
2012
Special Features: good for groups, kid-friendly, romantic, special occasion
Share:
0points
0of 0voted this as helpful.
Thank you! You have successfully submitted a comment for this review.
Review 20 for Il Fornaio - Sacramento
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Our Favorite!
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Every time we visit Il Fornaio, it is exquisite. The ambiance is beautiful, the food is top notch, and the service is impeccable. They have a respectable offering of wines, and are always changing up their special offerings in addition to a sterling regular menu. If there's someone you want to impress, take them to Il Fornaio. This last visit we took our vacationing relatives in for dinner, and everything went off without a hitch. For the same amount it would have cost to have the same meal at Olive Garden, we ate a much higher quality, more satisfying meal, and left feeling as if we'd been treated like royalty. Every time we leave asking ourselves what the secret is, and why other places can't just follow Il Fornaio's example."
Dined on 04/04/2013
2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, late-night find, romantic, special occasion
Share:
0points
0of 0voted this as helpful.
Thank you! You have successfully submitted a comment for this review.
Review 21 for Il Fornaio - Sacramento
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
overall great except the server
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"overall great except the server had a friend come visit he was at the bar, so when it came to our familys birthday treat and candle , never happened even thought other guests were given the special treatment, the whole reason we came was for this event only to be forgoten in the end. she was pre occupied with her friend at the bar.:)"
Dined on 04/03/2013
2008
Share:
0points
0of 0voted this as helpful.
Thank you! You have successfully submitted a comment for this review.
Review 22 for Il Fornaio - Sacramento
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Worth the Drive
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"We attended the Passporto party and really enjoyed ourselves once again. Love this place. It is one of our regular stops and we live and hour away!"
Dined on 04/02/2013
2008
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups
Share:
0points
0of 0voted this as helpful.
Thank you! You have successfully submitted a comment for this review.
Review 23 for Il Fornaio - Sacramento
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Very average food.
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Three of us dined at the restaurant on a weekday evening. First course was a caprese salad ...the mozarella cheese that topped the tomatoes was rather firm and without a notable dressing. A flatbread appetizer was extremely average. Very little topping that slid off with the first bite leaving you with a tasteless piece of flatbread.
A pasta course consisted of linguine with fish. The dish was so disappointing. An ample amount of fish but the sauce could have been any commercial variety you purchase in a jar. The canneloni were acceptable but not near as good as our homemade dish. The best dish of the three was the veal scallopini. It was an enjoyable entree.
The wine selection is great."
Dined on 04/02/2013
2005
Special Features: notable wine list
Share:
0points
0of 0voted this as helpful.
Thank you! You have successfully submitted a comment for this review.
Review 24 for Il Fornaio - Sacramento
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
Off Night? Terrible food!
Food
(Poor)
1
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"We go to Il Fornaio regularly but it will be a while before we go back: something's wrong in the kitchen! The so-called fava bean soup was terrible, apparently left over form the day (week?) before. There was only one (1) fava bean in the cup, the asparagus had been cooked to a mush and the whole mess was flavorless. The Caesar salad was nearly as bad: dry dry dry--I'm not sure there was any dressing at all. I complained politely about both itms to the waiter but he seemed helpless--and hapless--about what to do. The charges for both appeared on the bill. To top it all off, the veal scallopini, usually a standard, was drowned in lemon juice. The restaurant must be having management problems--let them try to work them out in six months."
Dined on 03/31/2013
2006
Share:
0points
0of 0voted this as helpful.
Thank you! You have successfully submitted a comment for this review.
Review 25 for Il Fornaio - Sacramento
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Not for holiday meals!
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"We attended for Easter Brunch so not very indicative of the normal menu, it was buffet style, even though their website said prix fixe menu. Notably bad considering the high price, lack of selection, and poor presentation. Meat was tough, salad consisted of chopped lettuce, desserts were presented in a poor fashion, foods looked unappealing, stations were messy, understocked, everything lacked seasoning and the same two pastas tasked differently when the chaffing dish was restocked. I would not reconsider going for a buffet again, that's of course if they actually advertised a buffet instead of lying and saying it was a prix fixe.
A la carte next time, and not for special occasions!"
Dined on 03/31/2013
2009
Special Features: good for groups
Share:
0points
0of 0voted this as helpful.
Thank you! You have successfully submitted a comment for this review.
Review 26 for Il Fornaio - Sacramento
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
We went here for our 30 th
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"We went here for our 30 th aniversery on the recomendation of a friend. It lived up to the quality I was told about. You were treatted to a fine dining experience from the moment you walked through the door to the moment you left. The staff was impecable. They truly defined fine dining."
Dined on 03/26/2013
2010
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, great for outdoor dining, romantic, special occasion
Share:
0points
0of 0voted this as helpful.
Thank you! You have successfully submitted a comment for this review.
Review 27 for Il Fornaio - Sacramento
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Very pleasent birthday celebration
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"A wonderful meal on a very quiet Sunday evening. Waiter was not overly attentive and left the 4 of us to enjoy our conversation and meal. He was there when he needed to be. The food was excellent, I am not a connoisseur so cannot pass critical judgement, however the seafood dish was fantastic as was the chicken. The sauces are outstanding and of course made the meal what it was."
Dined on 03/24/2013
2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, notable wine list
Share:
0points
0of 0voted this as helpful.
Thank you! You have successfully submitted a comment for this review.
Review 28 for Il Fornaio - Sacramento
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Fantastic Italian Dining
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Il Fornaio is our family's favorate Italian restaurant. We always enjoy ourselves every time we visit. The atmosphere and food are wonderful."
Dined on 03/15/2013
2013
Special Features: good for groups, great for brunch, kid-friendly, romantic, special occasion, great for lunch
Share:
0points
0of 0voted this as helpful.
Thank you! You have successfully submitted a comment for this review.
Review 29 for Il Fornaio - Sacramento
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
We enjoy the monthly menu
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"We enjoy the monthly menu features for different areas of Italy. As usual, this month was just as enjoyable as the others."
Dined on 03/16/2013
2012
Special Features: fit for foodies, special occasion, great for lunch
Share:
0points
0of 0voted this as helpful.
Thank you! You have successfully submitted a comment for this review.
Review 30 for Il Fornaio - Sacramento
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Was dining with a group, appreciate
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Was dining with a group, appreciated your gluten free options. I had more choices than I expected on a pasta heavy menu."
Dined on 03/16/2013
2011
Special Features: great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem, special occasion
Share:
0points
0of 0voted this as helpful.
Thank you! You have successfully submitted a comment for this review.
Review 31 for Il Fornaio - Sacramento
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
I was a little disappointed
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"I was a little disappointed with the Conchiglie al Pollo. It was just ok. This dish included just a few pieces of chicken which was a little dry & lacked flavor & a few small pieces of broccoli; it was mostly pasta shells. I expected better from Il Fornaio. My husband had the Pollo Toscano & said it was good. We were very happy with our server (sorry, didn't get her name); she was very pleasant & accommodating. We also enjoyed the hot bread & were also pleased that the menu items were not overly priced."
Dined on 03/15/2013
2007
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, romantic, special occasion, great for lunch
Share:
0points
0of 0voted this as helpful.
Thank you! You have successfully submitted a comment for this review.
Review 32 for Il Fornaio - Sacramento
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
Not Up to Par
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Busboy not server was the problem this time. First two courses from Calabria were not so good. Entrees were good."
Dined on 03/13/2013
2007
Share:
0points
0of 0voted this as helpful.
Thank you! You have successfully submitted a comment for this review.
Review 33 for Il Fornaio - Sacramento
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Perfect Dining Experience
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"We go to Il Fornaio once a month and every time we go we know exactly what to expect - great food, attentive staff, pleasant atmosphere. Would recommend to anyone who wants to have a perfect dining experience."
Dined on 03/13/2013
2008
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, special occasion
Share:
0points
0of 0voted this as helpful.
Thank you! You have successfully submitted a comment for this review.
Review 34 for Il Fornaio - Sacramento
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
A delicious gourmet Sunday dinner
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"The reservation was perfect- on time and the table clean and very organized.
Service was fast and the waiter was courtese (polite) and extremely helpful with our menu choices.
The wine was excellent ! Soo delicious with our lamb and other choices of food.
Everything was well worth dinning experience."
Dined on 03/10/2013
2012
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, good for groups, great for outdoor dining, kid-friendly, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion, great for lunch
Share:
0points
0of 0voted this as helpful.
Thank you! You have successfully submitted a comment for this review.
Review 35 for Il Fornaio - Sacramento
Overall rating
(Poor)
1
/
5
Skip the Leg of Lamb
Food
(Poor)
1
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Very spotty. We had drinks and appetizers in the lounge prior to dinner. The drinks, calamari, and pizza were excellent. Service was a bit slow. Dinner was a mixed bag. Two of us ordered the leg of lamb entree. It was overcooked and tasted like it had been soaked in brine. The ravioli were excellent as was the bean soup. The bruschetta was a joke. The other two in the party ordered the swordfish which was excellent. The lamb was returned to the kitchen. We received a full credit for two meals. This is the first time I have experienced a sub-par meal at the restaurant. I will still return, but most often for lunch, not dinner."
Dined on 03/11/2013
2006
Share:
0points
0of 0voted this as helpful.
Thank you! You have successfully submitted a comment for this review.
Review 36 for Il Fornaio - Sacramento
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Great menu variety, able to
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Great menu variety, able to handle special requests. Dessert menu to die for."
Dined on 03/10/2013
2011
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, good for groups, great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
Share:
0points
0of 0voted this as helpful.
Thank you! You have successfully submitted a comment for this review.
Review 37 for Il Fornaio - Sacramento
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Way overpriced for very little
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Way overpriced for very little food. We were dissapointed to bring our Swiss friend there."
Dined on 03/09/2013
2010
Special Features: romantic, special occasion
Share:
0points
0of 0voted this as helpful.
Thank you! You have successfully submitted a comment for this review.
Review 38 for Il Fornaio - Sacramento
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
So far Il Fornaio continues
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"So far Il Fornaio continues to offer relaxed dining with a simple but elegant ambiance and good food. The only really nice restaurant near the Crocker Art Museum."
Dined on 03/06/2013
2011
Special Features: neighborhood gem, special occasion, great for lunch
Share:
0points
0of 0voted this as helpful.
Thank you! You have successfully submitted a comment for this review.
Review 39 for Il Fornaio - Sacramento
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
the ambience, food, and wait
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"the ambience, food, and wait staff were all great... my only reservation was the noise (lots of kids for a Friday evening + we had a table the was very dimly lit)... the menu could also use larger type (6 pt type is too small to read the wine list)"
Dined on 03/01/2013
2013
Special Features: good for groups, great for outdoor dining, special occasion
Share:
+1point
1of 1voted this as helpful.
Thank you! You have successfully submitted a comment for this review.
Review 40 for Il Fornaio - Sacramento
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
The receptionist was friendly,
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"The receptionist was friendly, the waiter was personable, very efficient and attentive. The food was excellent. I went their for a working lunch and even though the meeting was successful, it did not feel like work. the staff was veru friendly. I would very much recommend it to a friend or colleage."
Dined on 02/26/2013
2012
Special Features: great for lunch
Share:
+1point
1of 1voted this as helpful.
Thank you! You have successfully submitted a comment for this review.
Review 41 for Il Fornaio - Sacramento
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Il Fornaio is a downtown favorite
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Il Fornaio is a downtown favorite that is consistent with excellent food and service, and a great atmosphere. The Wells Fargo Building (the resturaunt is located on the first floor) has an interesting display of CA gold history, including a very old WF Stagecoach. Great photo op. Parking is validated in the ajoining garage, which is a bonus for downtown. It's one of our family's favorite!"
Dined on 02/21/2013
2009
Special Features: neighborhood gem
Share:
+1point
1of 1voted this as helpful.
Thank you! You have successfully submitted a comment for this review.
Review 42 for Il Fornaio - Sacramento
Overall rating
(Poor)
1
/
5
Terrible
Food
(Poor)
1
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Fair)
2
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Valentine Day is suppose to be special for you and your loved one. Do not order the duck.mIt was this huge dry brontosaurus dry and tasteless meat on my plate. I could not eat it. I took it home and through it in the garbage. Waisted night. Not happy at all. We usually enjoy the food but this kind of ruined it for me. I don't know if we will ever return."
Dined on 02/14/2013
2010
Share:
+1point
1of 1voted this as helpful.
Thank you! You have successfully submitted a comment for this review.
Review 43 for Il Fornaio - Sacramento
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
service is always great and
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"service is always great and professional. Really like the atmosphere,relaxing and enjoying the meal."
Dined on 02/18/2013
2011
Special Features: fit for foodies, special occasion
Share:
+1point
1of 1voted this as helpful.
Thank you! You have successfully submitted a comment for this review.
Review 44 for Il Fornaio - Sacramento
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Feb 14 20 Thirteen
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Let's do this BACKWARDS! Overall experience-OUTSTANDING!!! When was the last time you rated a server as "totally cool"? Emily was engaging and unpretentious. Four thumbs up!!!
The tiramisu did take a little longer than expected. Wife-lamb, me-duck...surprised to get what seemed like half a quacker!!! Both picture worthy, but..after sharing (shhhh), her lamb was much more exciting (taste-wise) than the duck. It (the duck) was soft and easy to cut off the bone, but was tasteless. The smaller-portioned lamb just had a lot more taste than the duck.
Wine was well matched. Great atmosphere. Emily is our server. First time here."
Dined on 02/14/2013
2011
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, good for groups, great for brunch, great for outdoor dining, late-night find, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion, great for lunch, hot spot
Share:
0points
0of 0voted this as helpful.
Thank you! You have successfully submitted a comment for this review.
Review 45 for Il Fornaio - Sacramento
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Il Fornaio is alway consistent
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Il Fornaio is alway consistent with the food and service."
Dined on 02/14/2013
2009
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, romantic, special occasion
Share:
0points
0of 0voted this as helpful.
Thank you! You have successfully submitted a comment for this review.
Review 46 for Il Fornaio - Sacramento
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
My wife and I went to Il Fornaio
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"My wife and I went to Il Fornaio in Downtown Sacramento for Valentine's day. We have been to another one on the other end of town before, but this was our first time at this location. Dinner was tasty, our waitress was attentive while not being annoying, and the ambiance of the restaurant was wonderful. I'm sure we will go again."
Dined on 02/14/2013
2011
Special Features: romantic, special occasion
Share:
0points
0of 0voted this as helpful.
Thank you! You have successfully submitted a comment for this review.
Review 47 for Il Fornaio - Sacramento
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Love the good and the service!!
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Love the good and the service!!"
Dined on 02/13/2013
2011
Special Features: good for groups, great for outdoor dining, romantic, special occasion
Share:
0points
0of 0voted this as helpful.
Thank you! You have successfully submitted a comment for this review.
Review 48 for Il Fornaio - Sacramento
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Best Italian Restaurant Ever
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"The first time I visited IL Fornaio was on my 17th wedding anniversary. I called to make a reservation and spoke with the manager. I mentioned it was our anniversary and when we showed up for our dinner we were treated like royalty. We were seated at a special table with a black table cloth (real Italians will know what this means). The service was impeccable as was the food. My wife and I have eaten there on many occasions since that evening. My favorite is:
Cappellacci di Zucca
Ravioli filled with butternut squash and walnuts served with tomato sauce, brown butter, Parmigiano and crispy sage
Ravioli filled with butternut squash and walnuts served with tomato sauce, brown butter, Parmigiano and crispy sage
We decided to hold my mother in-laws 90th birthday in their banquet room. She is a hard woman to please and could not find one complaint."
Dined on 02/16/2013
2013
Special Features: neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
Share:
0points
0of 0voted this as helpful.
Thank you! You have successfully submitted a comment for this review.
Review 49 for Il Fornaio - Sacramento
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
The service was pretty good,
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"The service was pretty good, though we had to wave down the server to let her know that she had forgotten to take my husband's drink order. I was really looking forward to the bread, but I found the three varieties that we were offered to be just awful. The tables were quite cramped together--not sure if it was because of Valentines Day. I would have liked to order a side salad, but I was surprised that there was no side salad option on the menu. I ordered the cannoli. All in all the flavor was okay, but I did not enjoy the crisp, undercooked bits of onion in it. More sauce would have been nice as well. For dessert I shared the sampler with my husband. We both enjoyed it and had no complaints. The Tira Misu was especially good."
Dined on 02/14/2013
2013
Special Features: good for groups, romantic, special occasion
Share:
0points
0of 0voted this as helpful.
Thank you! You have successfully submitted a comment for this review.
Review 50 for Il Fornaio - Sacramento
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Delicious food and an amazing
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
"Delicious food and an amazing setting! The architecture was beautiful. The service was great overall, but we did have to wait a bit to be seated despite having a reservation (it was Valentine's day and very busy). Our waiter was very attentive and friendly and we did not feel at all rushed. Overall, I would definitely recommend Il Fornaio for anyone who loves Italian and a nice, romantic setting."
Dined on 02/14/2013
2012
Special Features: romantic, special occasion
Share:
0points
0of 0voted this as helpful.
Thank you! You have successfully submitted a comment for this review.