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Il Fornaio Burlingame, the premier Italian restaurant in Burlingame, CA, invites you to experience the authentic taste of Italy. Located at 327 Lorton Ave, Burlingame, CA 94010, our restaurant is dedicated to serving traditional Italian cuisine with a modern twist. At Il Fornaio Burlingame, we take pride in using only the freshest ingredients, carefully selected to ensure an unforgettable dining experience. From classic pasta dishes to wood-fired pizzas and risottos, our menu is designed to transport your taste buds to the heart of Italy. Whether you're in the mood for a romantic evening out or a casual gathering with friends, our cozy atmosphere and exceptional service make us the perfect choice. Join us for lunch or dinner and discover why Il Fornaio Burlingame is the go-to Italian restaurant in Burlingame.

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Jerry McGinnis
Jerry McGinnis -Google user
4 months ago
Excellent food in a nice atmosphere with attentive waiters. The wine was amazing. I had the ravioli with butternut squash and walnuts. It was great! My son and his girlfriend each had gourmet pizzas and my wife had a pasta with...Read More
Dinner$50–100Atmosphere: 5No wait
Willard Davis
Willard Davis -Google user
a year ago
So glad we chose this lively place for our family meal. Great dishes and friendly help. The pear and grape salad was outstanding! My seafood mix was perfectly cooked and the sauce was tasty. The kids enjoyed the roasted chicken.
Dine inDinner$50–100Atmosphere: 5Calamaretti Fritti, Seafood, Salmone Alla GrigliaEvery third table was well-mannered kids, amazing for the amount of wine being enjoyed at the other tables!
Kelly Huang
Kelly Huang -Google user
2 years ago
Great Italian food and very nice service! We had a team dinner at 6p Monday night. The restaurant is decorated for holiday season. Very festival looking and beautiful. We ordered appetizers for sharing and opened one wine bottle to share. Service was very attentive. No...Read More
Steve Lai
Steve Lai -Google user
2 years ago
Excellent Italian food. There was outside patio seating but we opted to sit inside. Inside the restaurant is warmly decorated. Just a warm atmosphere. The service was excellent. We got the bolognese pasta and vodka pasta and both were excellent....Read More
Dine inDinner$20–30
Ghidossi Paul
Ghidossi Paul -Google user
2 years ago
I have been going to il Fornaio for probably 20 years or more! This particular one is located in Burlingame, and we had such a great experience that I wanted to write in detail. We arrived on a Saturday evening and we didn't have reservations. They tried...Read More
Dine inDinner$30–50Atmosphere: 5Butternut Squash Ravioli with Browned Butter and Sage
Jeannine K
Jeannine K -Google user
5 years ago
Phenomenal! The dishes were FABULOUS and delicious tasting. The presentation was as excellent! Chef Michele Godina is wonderful and creates relationships with his guests. His warmth was certainly appreciated last night. Joseph The Manager, set a spectacular table for us complete...Read More
Sarvesh Parab
Sarvesh Parab -Google user
3 years ago
Worth every penny, totally flavourful Italian food and a must try restaurant in Burlingame and whole of bay area. Definitely try out thier Bruschetta which come lightly drilled in olive oil. Would also recommend thier pizzas, they come in a handpressed thin crust which tastes extremely fresh. Thier...Read More
Dine inLunch$30–50
Janet K
Janet K -Google user
5 months ago
The lobster + scallops ravioli and risotto are both very delicious!
Dine inDinner$50–100Atmosphere: 5
Volha K
Volha K -Google user
3 years ago
I love this restaurant incredibly. I come here almost every weekend. I recommend to try here pizza , Italian wines , pasta with seafood , steak here is also good 😁. The salads are nothing special. There is a small minus is...Read More
$50–100
Leanne M. Baxter
Leanne M. Baxter -Google user
3 years ago
Just nothing better then Il Fornaio. The best martini… nice and chilly!!!! Definitely love the Cesar Salad and the chicken was amazing. This is an old school Burlingame restaurant that you shouldn’t miss if you’re visiting. If you’re a local don’t forget to stop in...Read More
Dine inDinner$50–100
Criss Lop
Criss Lop -Google user
5 months ago
A Memorable Dining Experience at Il Fornaio Dining at Il Fornaio was an absolute pleasure from start to finish. The atmosphere was inviting and elegant, making it perfect for both a relaxed meal and a special occasion. The food was outstanding—each dish was thoughtfully prepared, bursting...Read More
$20–30Atmosphere: 5Not sureNo waitIndoor dining area, Bar area, Outdoor patio / terrace
Leyi _c
Leyi _c -Google user
a year ago
Gillermo is very friendly and kind during our time there. He asked us if we are here for any special occasion but we just said we have 2 birthday girls this month and that day we are not celebrating anything special. But after paying for...Read More
Atmosphere: 5
Rupinder Matharu
Rupinder Matharu -Google user
Edited 2 years ago
We've been to the Il Fornaio chain in the past few years and have been generally impressed with the service and food, prior to this visit we have dined at the Santa Clara location. On this visit at the Burlingame location we were, once again, very...Read More
Atmosphere: 5
Mary Farmer
Mary Farmer -Google user
3 years ago
I loved the decor and the large screened windows. The calamari was delicious. The lasagna portions were huge and yummy. The server was efficient and nice. I ordered the pesto chicken, but it didn't mention all the pieroges dumplings...Read More
Dine inLunch$20–30
DXB Matin
DXB Matin -Google user
11 months ago
I saw an online ad for Il Fornaio and wanted to try out the pizza. I work close to the Burlingame locations and decided to stop by and order a pie. Nick was very generous with his time, even though he was busy between different...Read More
Take outDinner$20–30Atmosphere: 5Vegetarian, non cut pizza due to the oils and other bits of meats on the same cutter.
Nitin Sonawane
Nitin Sonawane -Google user
a year ago
Pizza was great. Appetizer ciabatta bread wasn’t authentic Italian ciabatta, typical flavor and big holes wasn’t there (?; you may disagree). Great service and atmosphere.
Atmosphere: 5
Eric Caleb
Eric Caleb -Google user
2 weeks ago
All of the waiters were very respectful and nice. All of the tables were clean, and even the floor was free of dust and debris. Overall, it was a very pleasant experience, and even if the food wasn't as good as it was, I would...Read More
Dinner$30–50Atmosphere: 5Up to 10 min
May Singh
May Singh -Google user
2 months ago
Best food and customer service best restaurant. Call in 15 mins before going in for a birthday celebration and they were more than glad for us to come in. They prepared everything by the time we got there literally one hour before closing and they were...Read More
Dinner$100+Atmosphere: 59+ peopleNo wait
Terri Baldocchi
Terri Baldocchi -Google user
2 months ago
We hosted a baby shower at Il fornaio in burlingame and we were thrilled. The private room was beautiful. The event rental manager, Marina was so helpful and extremely knowledgeable. The food was delicious and the superior waitstaff made our event even more special. We...Read More
Atmosphere: 5
Sharyl Bancroft
Sharyl Bancroft -Google user
6 months ago
Great food at a great price, friendly service. They do have a delightful happy hour 3 to 6 with very reasonable prices on drinks and plentiful appetizers. The pizza appetizer was amazing and big! The specialty drinks were refreshing and like only $850 Yum, what a...Read More
Dine inOther$20–30Atmosphere: 5

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