About
Il Fornaio in Pasadena, California is an Italian restaurant that provides a variety of traditional Italian dishes and delicious homemade desserts. The restaurant has been open since 1996 and features a full bar, an outdoor patio and a private dining room. The menu includes familiar and regional Italian specialties, such as homemade pastas, fresh fish, brick-oven pizzas, and grilled meats as well as salads and sandwiches. The restaurant also offers a fantastic selection of beverages, including craft beer, a large selection of wines and creative cocktails. The experienced chefs at Il Fornaio are passionate about bringing the true flavors of Italy to California, and they use only the freshest ingredients in their dishes.
Restaurant Features
Facilities & Amenities
Restroom
Bar
Kid High Chair
Alcohol
Happy Hour
Wheelchair Access
Parking
- Paid Parking Lot
Accepted Payments
- Credit Card
- Apple Pay
- Google Pay
Must Try Dishes
Il Fornaio in Pasadena, California offers a delectable array of must-try dishes. Their Gnocchi di Patate is a true crowd-pleaser with handmade potato dumplings, pesto, and tomato sauce. For a taste of the sea, their Risotto alla Pescatora is exceptional, boasting a medley of fresh seafood perfectly blended with Arborio rice. The Pollo Toscano is a savory delight, with lightly breaded chicken breast, sun-dried tomatoes, capers, and a lemon sauce. Vegetarians will love the Capellini Primavera, a medley of seasonal vegetables served with garlic and olive oil. Finally, don't miss the Torta della Nonna for dessert, a heavenly blend of pastry cream and pine nuts. With its delightful ambiance and impeccable culinary offerings, Il Fornaio is a destination for food enthusiasts seeking a memorable dining experience.
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We had a pleasant dining experience. To start with we had bread with olive oil, balsamic vinegar, and crushed garlic. A glass of cabarnet and berry mojito complimented the bread. We had the broiled salmon and seafood linguini with clams, mussels, scallops, and shrimp. Food presentation preparation and taste was great. We finished our dinner with 2 cappuccinos and tiramisu. Our server Rebecca was very friendly professional and helpful. She was very informative and did a great job.
Fast service, delicious food and really great environment and delicious Italian food. Highly recommended!
I really, really wanted to love the place. We had our daughter with her boyfriend over from Germany, and he wanted to take us for a treat on their last evening. We strolled through Old Town Pasadena and did not have a reservation, so I can not complain about the wait in a really busy restaurant. The atmosphere and service were nice (the waitress was really lovely) but loud; instead of the ordered ice water, we got bottled designer water with no ice at all;-) - and service forgot my drink - it came after I had finished the starter. My wife and I shared the Maine Lobster Ravioli. I was a fool to disregard the golden rule: never order a lobster dish if they do not have fresh lobster on the menu. No taste of lobster, but the high price :-) Sadly: the food doesn't impress me for its high price tag. Would I go again? Probably not. There are too many family-run places in the area which might not offer fancy dishes like Maine Lobster ravioli, but at least they deliver what they promise.
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Business Hours
| Sunday: | 12:00 PM - 9:00 PM |
| Monday: | 12:00 PM - 9:00 PM |
| Tuesday: | 12:00 PM - 9:00 PM |
| Wednesday: | 12:00 PM - 9:00 PM |
| Thursday: | 12:00 PM - 9:00 PM |
| Friday: | 12:00 PM - 10:00 PM |
| Saturday: | 12:00 PM - 10:00 PM |