About
Il Fornaio Santa Clara is a new Italian-American restaurant located in Santa Clara, California. This restaurant offers the best of both worlds by combining traditional Italian flavors with a modern American twist. The restaurant has a wide variety of delicious dishes, from pastas and pizzas to sandwiches and salads. The quality of the ingredients is top notch, and the atmosphere is warm and welcoming. Il Fornaio Santa Clara is the perfect spot for a night out with friends or a romantic dinner for two.
Restaurant Features
Facilities & Amenities
Restroom
Bar- Wifi Available
Kid Menu
Kid High Chair
Veg Friendly
Alcohol
Happy Hour
Wheelchair Access
Parking
- Free Parking Lot
Accepted Payments
- Credit Card
- Apple Pay
- Google Pay
Must Try Dishes
At Il Fornaio Santa Clara, you mustn't miss the authentic Lasagne alla Bolognese, a traditional northern Italian dish oozing with béchamel and meat ragu. The Pollo Toscano skillfully highlights grilled chicken, vegetables, and a trace of spicy mustard. Pizza con Salsiccia e Funghi is another masterpiece that combines homemade Italian sausage and mushrooms over a beautifully crisp crust. End your culinary journey with a classic Tiramisu, masterfully layered with mascarpone, rum-soaked ladyfingers, and cocoa.
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Why not have lunch at this Italian restaurant today? I highly recommend trying their seafood pasta in tomato sauce—it's incredibly enjoyable. However, I must mention that the sauce didn't blend evenly with the pasta, resulting in some portions sticking together and others lacking proper coating. Unfortunately, the shellfish, particularly the mussels and clams, weren't as fresh as expected. On the bright side, the scallops and prawns were cooked perfectly, offering a delightful crunch and bounce. The grilled seabass and chicken breast were also delicious. The daily soup was decent, providing an average but enjoyable lunch. The service was good overall, though a bit more attentiveness would be appreciated. With a lovely ambience, you can enjoy sitting on the patio under the pleasant, cool weather and sunshine.
We had our team dinner here. In general, it is a good restaurant for small and large parties to get together. The food, however, wasn't all that impressive. Mushroom chicken I had was dry inside. Appetizers were OK but not outstanding. … More
My experience with this place was good, but not the best. The table we were directed to was not clean, and scrapes of food from the last customers were on the table. The staff and the server were nice and friendly. The food was ok. The coffee and dessert were delicious.
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Business Hours
| Sunday: | 11:30 AM - 9:00 PM |
| Monday: | 11:30 AM - 9:00 PM |
| Tuesday: | 11:30 AM - 9:00 PM |
| Wednesday: | 11:30 AM - 9:00 PM |
| Thursday: | 11:30 AM - 9:00 PM |
| Friday: | 11:30 AM - 9:30 PM |
| Saturday: | 11:30 AM - 9:30 PM |
