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Upmarket chain for Italian dining, including freshly made pasta & bread from an in-house bakery.
Hours
| Friday | 11:30 AM–10 PM |
| Saturday | 5–10 PM |
| Sunday | 5–9 PM |
| Monday | 11:30 AM–9 PM |
| Tuesday | 11:30 AM–9 PM |
| Wednesday | 11:30 AM–9 PM |
| Thursday | 11:30 AM–9 PM |
Address and Contact Information
Address: 1800 Rosecrans Ave Bldg. F, Manhattan Beach, CA 90266
Phone: (310) 725-9555
Website: https://www.ilfornaio.com/location/il-fornaio-manhattan-beach/
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Reservations: ilfornaio.comopentable.com
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Reviews
Nikhil Tilak
Had NYE dinner here with my wife.
The food was delicious however, the serving size was a little small for the pasta dish my wife ordered (tagliatelle). The service was great and so was the ambiance. We splurged a little and paid about a 100 bucks each for 3 courses and a bottle of wine ( including taxes and tips). Reasonable prices for LA.
Would recommend if you’re in the mood for a nice Italian meal for special occasions.
… moreThe food was delicious however, the serving size was a little small for the pasta dish my wife ordered (tagliatelle). The service was great and so was the ambiance. We splurged a little and paid about a 100 bucks each for 3 courses and a bottle of wine ( including taxes and tips). Reasonable prices for LA.
Would recommend if you’re in the mood for a nice Italian meal for special occasions.
Bill Lin
Il Fornaio is for sure a luxury place to dine, love how spacious it is, while they still have the Italian details in both their environment and food.
Let’s start from their Caesar Salad , the lemon taste of the sauce lighten up the entire dish, the bread crunches is the highlight.
The blueberry sauce of fillet mignon, gives you the Italian dessert type of delicacy, the only thing I will make a suggestion is that if they can take out the ginger from the sauce, will be perfect.
… moreLet’s start from their Caesar Salad , the lemon taste of the sauce lighten up the entire dish, the bread crunches is the highlight.
The blueberry sauce of fillet mignon, gives you the Italian dessert type of delicacy, the only thing I will make a suggestion is that if they can take out the ginger from the sauce, will be perfect.
CHINESE CRESTED
In my opinion, the meal was highly salted, the chicken was overcooked, and the spagetti was aldenti. I was surprised at the lax in service for the price. A 3% “Service charge” is something unexpected and, in my opinion, based on the service rendered, unwarranted. Not that I’d eat at the olive garden ever again, but years back, when the olive garden was popular, the food and service was better. I would not make this establishment my first choice for italian food.
… moreFiona Goravani
It’s the best! For the price point you get a great amount of food! At other places for a similar price point you get much less.
Here it feels high quality with great portions for a fair price. Our server Eric was very attentive, and helpful when deciphering the needs of my 5 year old sister. Who ended up getting what has to be the best macaroni and cheese she’s ever had. He was super attentive and very good at his job! Because of him we will be back again and maybe make it our regular spot. Really great service and ambiance!
The holiday decorations were done very well too. I think it’s such a cute place and anytime I’ve gone here it’s been great! They have lots of great options no matter your needs.
… moreHere it feels high quality with great portions for a fair price. Our server Eric was very attentive, and helpful when deciphering the needs of my 5 year old sister. Who ended up getting what has to be the best macaroni and cheese she’s ever had. He was super attentive and very good at his job! Because of him we will be back again and maybe make it our regular spot. Really great service and ambiance!
The holiday decorations were done very well too. I think it’s such a cute place and anytime I’ve gone here it’s been great! They have lots of great options no matter your needs.
The Baseline
The Baseline: For an Italian sit down restaurant the food must use of prime Italian ingredients (garlic, tomatoes, cheese, basil), preparation of sauces and al dente pasta, the meal portion size must leave me feeling full, and the service needs me feeling like I am part of the family.
Food: The pasta was al dente and well sauced. The sauces were tasty and well bodied and clung to the pasta well. The calamari was crisp and hot with a nice marinara dipping sauce. The cocktails were effervescent and took the edge off. Overall it is a good Italian meal.
Service: Had a bit of a rough start waiting for water, but it ended up being good service. Water glasses were kept full after getting them and the used plates were taken care of quickly.
Ambiance: This is a great, large Italian themed restaurant. Really good for large groups and the decor fits the theme of a Mediterranean Italian home with high ceilings and open concept dining area.
… moreFood: The pasta was al dente and well sauced. The sauces were tasty and well bodied and clung to the pasta well. The calamari was crisp and hot with a nice marinara dipping sauce. The cocktails were effervescent and took the edge off. Overall it is a good Italian meal.
Service: Had a bit of a rough start waiting for water, but it ended up being good service. Water glasses were kept full after getting them and the used plates were taken care of quickly.
Ambiance: This is a great, large Italian themed restaurant. Really good for large groups and the decor fits the theme of a Mediterranean Italian home with high ceilings and open concept dining area.
Wendy Santana
I love this place! Very intimate setting.
Really provides an Italian ambiance, from the music, to the architecture of the restaurant, the food, the service, the color scheme. I highly recommend.
The food is very delicious, I had a light salad because I get full fast, however the Salmon was very tasty.
… moreReally provides an Italian ambiance, from the music, to the architecture of the restaurant, the food, the service, the color scheme. I highly recommend.
The food is very delicious, I had a light salad because I get full fast, however the Salmon was very tasty.
Odette Cook
Went for my friend’s and I birthday dinner, we had plenty food to try but I ended up liking a slim picking of it. The highlight of our night was ordering a bottle of wine, liking it so much and going right after to to Total Wine to purchase it lol.. Service was amazing and the table bread was really good. When I go back, I know exactly what I want to order, the rigatoni alla vodka…
My friend enjoyed the seafood plate. Food 3/5 for me but with going back..
… moreMy friend enjoyed the seafood plate. Food 3/5 for me but with going back..
Green Sea Shells Mag: Wellness by KK
Il Fornaio in Manhattan Beach, part of a global chain renowned for its authentic Italian cuisine, offers a variety of dining experiences and unique private spaces like the East Loggia and Sala del Vino. While it’s known for fresh pasta, wood-fired pizzas, and regional specialties, my recent visit left me underwhelmed. The vegetarian options, including pasta and minestrone soup, were fine but not exceptional. The pasta sauce lacked depth, though a side of pesto improved the flavor. The soup was under-salted but easily fixed, and the bread and olive oil were satisfying.
The ambiance was lively, with an open kitchen that created a bustling atmosphere, though it didn’t feel intimate or particularly special for a date night. However, it’s conveniently located with easy parking and could be a great spot for hosting large groups in their well-designed party rooms.
While Il Fornaio has its charm and remains a favorite for many (as reflected in its generally high reviews), my experience didn’t match the hype. Perhaps exploring their seasonal menus or signature wine pairings could reveal the true essence of what they’re celebrated for.
Would I return? For a special group event, yes, but for a personal dining experience, there are other options I’d prefer in town.
… moreThe ambiance was lively, with an open kitchen that created a bustling atmosphere, though it didn’t feel intimate or particularly special for a date night. However, it’s conveniently located with easy parking and could be a great spot for hosting large groups in their well-designed party rooms.
While Il Fornaio has its charm and remains a favorite for many (as reflected in its generally high reviews), my experience didn’t match the hype. Perhaps exploring their seasonal menus or signature wine pairings could reveal the true essence of what they’re celebrated for.
Would I return? For a special group event, yes, but for a personal dining experience, there are other options I’d prefer in town.
regis kwong
We used to go to Il Fornaio in Pasadena all the time before it sadly closed down after the pandemic. We’ve always loved their food—especially the pizzas—so we were excited to find out the Manhattan Beach location is still going strong. After visiting our daughter nearby, we stopped by for a bite and were so happy to see the familiar menu with all our favorites still there. We ordered the Pizza Fradiavola and calamari. That pizza? Next level. The crust was perfect, and the toppings had just the right amount of kick—way better than anything we’ve had from CKP. The calamari was solid too—crispy outside, tender inside. Great spot, great food, just like we remembered.
… moreAndy Felz
The food and the overall look of this restaurant is good, but the service is terrible. The hostess and wait staff are not attentive and not friendly. They give you the impression they’d rather be anywhere else.
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