Il Fornaio | Mountain View

The food and service was superb! There was even something for my picky daughter. The only disappointment was that only one dessert was offered, not even ice cream was available. It was a missed opportunity for the restaurant, in my opinion.

Service improved after we complained. Bought apps, no silverware or plates. Brought soup, no spoons, cold by the time they arrived. Mains were brought hot.

Having Thanksgiving at Il Fornaio was outstanding. The menu featured a traditional turkey dinner with multiple courses, but also offered up an a la carte version. That let us combine the traditional dinner with some scrumptious appetizers, as well as a few festive cocktails. Grandma loved it, and it was fun to be out with other families, some much bigger than ours, on the holiday. Even though the place was packed, the service was attentive, capable, and friendly. I know it's not fun working on the holiday, but these folks sure acted like they were happy to be there too. We've found our new family tradition for Thanksgiving. :) Nice job everyone!

First, bless them for being open on Thanksgiving! I'd eaten at Il Fornaio in SF many times, and missed them, so was excited to visit the one in Mountain View. The food was OK. Beet salad was the best thing we ate, beating out the gnocchi and the two special plates. The biggest disappointment for me is they didn't have any of the wonderful desserts I expect at an Italian restaurant. They had only pumpkin pie, which I dislike, and ice cream.

Always a good meal. We went for thanksgiving dinner. The food was good, not fabulous. Soup was under seasoned and the turkey was over seasoned. We had to request some things more than once and I never got the extra cranberry sauce I asked for. For $60, I think I'll do something else next year.

I had the chopped salad which was delicious and filling even without a protein added. My friend had the beet salad which she also raved about. The decaf coffee we ordered had a wonderful full flavor.

Lovely night out! Started off with a cocktail had a wonderful dinner! The water glasses were always kept full! We will be back!

Truffle gnocchi plate was very small for ~$20. Pasta w/clams was dry with very few clams and no sauce at all. The bronzini fish was was too dry as well. Then the waiter made a mistake and brought us the wong bill.

Great location for a quieter midweek dinner. Each location is different and this one has a more quiet locals feeling.

Food is so pricey - lunch for four over $200 for 1 bruschetta and four salads and 1 dessert and water

Great experience with many great food and wine choices. Loved the pasta dish with shrimp. Good service too.

Service was kind, but had lapses where the server disappeared. Food was okay - some dishes were great, others just average. Prices are pretty high for what you get, plus they add a surcharge. The interior is nice, but we were seated at the table next to the door to the outside, which they left open, so it was cold.

The first time, everything was fine, food and service The second time (Monday evening )the waiter kept telling me to push the "continue " button. I think he did not wanted me to change the % tip set at 20% I will recommend my friends to go to Pacific Catch instead

The linguine mare chiaro is my go-to dish here, and although it was very tasty, my pasta was stuck together and clumped in many parts of my serving. That's a mistake that really shouldn't happen. More care on cooking your pasta, please!

We enjoyed our dinner party last night. The service was better than expected, the food was good, and we hope to come back soon!