Il Fornaio
520 Cowper St, Palo Alto
(650) 853-3888
Customers' Favorites
Bruschetta Al Pomodoro
Burrata Con Prosciutto
Bread Oil and Vinegar
Niman Ranch Pork Chop
Casarecce Al Pomodoro
Bruschette Assortite
Linguine Mare Chiaro
Mixed Grilled Fish
Calamaretti Fritti
Margherita Pizza
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My wife and I had a great dinner at Il Fornaio, Palo Alto mid July 2025. I was visiting the Bay Area on Business and I took some PTO and my wife and toured CA for a few days. After dinner we were heading to SJC for a red eye flight. At the gate I realized I left my jacket at the restaurant. I called the restaurant and the staff found my jacket. I emailed a shipping label and they kindly mailed it back the next day. I'm very grateful to the staff for going above and beyond...
The service and food were very good. Clean dining room. The staff was very friendly. Also, they have Valet parking which is great since trying to find parking in downtown Palo Alto is difficult.
I went with a group of coworkers to Il Fornaio in Palo Alto. We got a table right away and seated in the cute outdoor area. They have outdoor patio heater so it’s quite comfortable. We ordered some appetizers like Calamaretti Fritti, Cavolfiori, Polipo Con Patate. All are very on point and delicious!
For the entree, I got an Gamberoni E Capesante. The portion is enough for one person, not too much or too little. It’s also very flavorful and the sauce is...
For the entree, I got an Gamberoni E Capesante. The portion is enough for one person, not too much or too little. It’s also very flavorful and the sauce is...
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