Il Fornaio - Irvine

Il Fornaio - Irvine reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Review summary

1. D

   David VIP

   Orange County8 reviews

   5.0

   Dined today

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 4

   Great food and service. Edgar (waiter) and Matthew (manager) stopped for some interesting conversations.
   

   Is this helpful?

2. A

   Arthur

   Orange County1 review

   1.0

   Dined 1 day ago

   1. Overall 1
   2. Food 2
   3. Service 1
   4. Ambience 1

   The duck was very dry, the building was very loud, I didn't feel like the staff acknowledge our birthdays. The lasagna sauce was good. We spoke to our waiter maybe 4 times. Our food, and refills were handled by other staff. We order the bread, and the tomato and olive side for the bread. I assumed he forgot about the tomato and olives. My girlfriend asked about it to one of the men in red and he brought it out after we were half way done with our bread. Then as we were sitting there in between courses another young man brought out another side of the tomatoes and olives I think he was just as confused as us. Now again I feel our waiter was hardly around and I know he had other tables to work for, but I literally saw another table next to us have to raise their voice a little bit and physically tap the server on his arm as he's trying to skuttle away. I feel for the guy I do but, I don't if it's his fault or if the leadership of the restaurant is doing their part to accomplish the goal. Also I hated the table we got sat at. I personally thought I was getting judged because I don't look like the average patrons I saw in the restaurant. And I don't believe it was the host that day us there because a man in a gray suit told them take us to table 24 or whatever it was. Very uncomfortable with the wood railing jabbing into your arm. Overall a huge disappointment.
   

   Is this helpful?

3. H

   Hiroaki

   Orange County2 reviews

   5.0

   Dined 4 days ago

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   I made a reservation at a restaurant today for my daughter’s birthday, and I’m so glad I chose this place. Everything was perfect—the reception staff, the waitress, and the food. We were even treated to a special dessert along with an Italian birthday song, making the day truly special. Thank you so much for the wonderful food and for giving us such a memorable experience!
   

   • 
   • 
   • 

   Is this helpful?

4. E

   Emanuel

   Orange County5 reviews

   5.0

   Dined 6 days ago

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Always the best servers and best atmospheres. I like that they present. I’ve gone laye night and I like it for midday wine even more
   

   Is this helpful?

5. m

   martha

   Orange County6 reviews

   4.0

   Dined 7 days ago

   1. Overall 4
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 4

   Il Fornaio is a consistent, dependable restaurant for good Italian food. Last night, it was made even better by our server, Toni. He's charming, made great recommendations and food was brought to our table quickly and perfect. I've been going to Il Fornaio for years and will continue to do so.
   

   Is this helpful?

6. OT

   OpenTable Diner

   Orange County2 reviews

   5.0

   Dined on March 16, 2025

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Always a great time. Food and service are excellent!
   

   Is this helpful?

7. OT

   OpenTable Diner

   Austin4 reviews

   5.0

   Dined on March 12, 2025

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   The food was very good. The service personnel were attentive and friendly. A good value about $100 per person with a full 3 course meal and a bottle of wine.
   

   Is this helpful?

8. OT

   OpenTable Diner VIP

   Orange County4 reviews

   5.0

   Dined on March 12, 2025

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   All great - they are wonderful for birthdays Very happy with delicious meal
   

   Is this helpful?

9. J

   Joseph VIP

   New York City3 reviews

   5.0

   Dined on March 11, 2025

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Great experience either way an excellent gentleman named Tony who as a delight.
   

   Is this helpful?

10. J

    Jane VIP

    Orange County67 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 10, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4

    Our party of four ordered the Arancini appetizer, pear salad, beef risotto special, lasagna and asparagus-stuffed salmon. Everything was delicious!
    

    Is this helpful?