Reviews for Il Fornaio in Corte Madera, CA
Very disappointing experience. Went for Sunday brunch/ lunch and I must say the only good thing was the ciabatta. Three of us... ordered from the brunch menu and one from the lunch menu. Food was mediocre at best. Two of us order the omelettes and requestedthat the eggs be set but not browned. On arrival the omelets were brown, cheese in one, not melted and in one the mainingredient had been switched to something else. The wait was super long and then one person received his plate 10 minutes beforethe rest of us. Wanting to be polite he didn’t start eating so instead ate cold eggs benedict. Service was extremely poor sowe decided to forego desert and coffee. This restaurant needs better wait staff and more competent and attentive people in thekitchen. Read more
We had a great lunch today, could have went elsewhere but I am glad we decided this place the food was very fine and the service... was perfectly timed can't say anything other then thank you see you again soon Read more
Great food. Elegant atmosphere. A bit pricey but in line with any local upscale Italian restaurant. June 2022: Returned with 2... friends and enjoyed salmon, linguini, ice cream, great bread, good coffee and a chocolate dessert. Tasty! $65/pp Sept. 22: Still terrific! Great bread, Salmon and Ravioli. Terrific server and engaging bar tender. Read more
Excellent service and tasty food. Price is reasonable based on the quality of the service and the food. I have been here several... times for the last 10 years. It's always my favorite in this area. Read more
Usually, I don't like to post negative reviews without multiple visits because I understand that sometimes service is different... per crew and different days of the week yield different results. But this experience definitely doesn't even warrant a secondvisit. First off after we got our food order in we never saw anyone ever again to check on us and we had to get up and find ourown pitcher of water multiple times because no one even walked by. Also, there were ants all over the place which should not beacceptable for a restaurant. The second red flag should have been. It was maybe 30% capacity on a Friday night so obviouslypeople are noticing something is not right. The food was the best part of the meal but again just felt flat under seasoneduneven cook temperatures like piping, hot pasta and freezing cold scallops not a great experience. Went with a few people andeveryone else had the same experience. The food was just subpar. Spending over 115 for 3 people with no drinks or dessert is notwhat I expected from this place. At least parking is easy in the shopping center and the atmosphere is quite charmingunfortunately, That can't save from the experience. Read more
Sunday afternoon around 2pm was able to sit immediately. Service was great food was tasty and hot. Bottle of wine, 2 entries and... an appetizer $130+ love the atmosphere Read more
We came in late but never felt rushed by Javier. He made excellent wine suggestions to pair with out appetizers and meals. The... plate presentation was gorgeous and seasoned to perfection. Bravo to the guys in the kitchen and chef. Don’t fill up on thedelicious bread they give you! It’s so good! Read more
Highly recommend. It's a nice d elegant restaurant with great food and wine. Will go again if I'm in the area.