Il Fornaio – Italian
This inviting Italian escape hums with energy, drawing guests in with the irresistible scent of crispy pancetta and golden-fried calamaretti. The table becomes a canvas of vibrant antipasti, from silky beef carpaccio to creamy burrata paired with salty prosciutto, before giving way to soul-warming bowls of rigatoni alla vodka and bubbling gnocchi gratinati.
545, San Antonio Road, Mountain View, CA, 94040 https://www.ilfornaio.com/location/mountain-view/0Cuisine: Italian
Price range: $$
Dietary options: dairy-free, gluten-free, halal, high-protein, keto, low-carb, vegan, vegetarian, heart-healthy, low-fat, low-sodium, mediterranean, paleo, pescatarian, plant-based, whole30, anti-inflammatory, atkins, dash-sodium-reduced, high-fiber, low-cholesterol, south-beach, aip, alkaline, renal, tlc, lectin-free, macrobiotic, slow-carb, soy-free
Diet fit at Il Fornaio
Dairy-Free at Il Fornaio
Il Fornaio in Mountain View has 8 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Grigliata di Pesce Misto, Cestino del Pane and Petto di Pollo al Peperoncino. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Gluten-Free at Il Fornaio
Il Fornaio in Mountain View has 4 gluten-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Grigliata di Pesce Misto, Petto di Pollo al Peperoncino and Salmone alla Griglia. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Halal at Il Fornaio
Il Fornaio in Mountain View has 21 halal-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Gelati Misti, Grigliata di Pesce Misto and Cestino del Pane. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
High-Protein at Il Fornaio
Il Fornaio in Mountain View has 1 high-protein-tagged dish on its current menu, including Carpaccio. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Keto at Il Fornaio
Il Fornaio in Mountain View has 1 keto-tagged dish on its current menu, including Carpaccio. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Low-Carb at Il Fornaio
Il Fornaio in Mountain View has 1 low-carb-tagged dish on its current menu, including Carpaccio. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegan at Il Fornaio
Il Fornaio in Mountain View has 15 vegan-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Cestino del Pane, Insalata Regina and Acqua Alta. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegetarian at Il Fornaio
Il Fornaio in Mountain View has 29 vegetarian-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Cannoli Siciliani, Gelati Misti and Cestino del Pane. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
How tags work: Dish-level menu analysis by Chefi's rule-based diet engine with AI assistance; nutrition values are estimated from ingredients unless marked verified. Allergen and certification claims are never inferred.
What to order at Il Fornaio
| Dish | Net carbs | Protein |
|---|---|---|
| Carpaccio | 1.7 g | 58 g |
| Crudo | 13.1 g | 39.7 g |
| Capricciosa | 6.3 g | 25.7 g |
| Margherita | 18.8 g | 23.5 g |
| Polpettine | 10.4 g | 22.7 g |
| Cannoli Siciliani | 155.4 g | 22.5 g |
| Insalata della Casa | 10.1 g | 19.9 g |
| Tagliatelle Bolognese | 1.6 g | 9.8 g |
| Salmone alla Griglia | 0.5 g | 9.3 g |
| Tiramisù | 54 g | 6 g |
| Affogato al Caffè | 5.8 g | 2.8 g |
| Espresso Martini | 16.9 g | 2.2 g |
Nutrition values are estimated from ingredients.
Currently closed
Hours
- Monday - Sunday
- 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Menu
Appetizers
- Calamaretti Fritti - $22: deep fried baby squid | spicy marinara sauce Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Bruschette Assortite - $16: garlic grilled ciabatta with 3 toppings: caponata | roasted cherry tomatoes | pistachio pesto & stracciatella Available at: dinner, lunch
- Crudo - $21: hamachi | blood oranges | ginger-citrus dressing Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Pancetta Croccante - $18: pork belly | pear and pepper mostarda | fennel | lemon dressing Available at: dinner, lunch
- Polpettine - $17: beef meatballs | tomato sauce | stracciatella Available at: dinner, lunch
- Cavolfiori - $16: roasted cauliflower | roasted garlic | rosemary olive oil Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Burrata con Prosciutto - $19: burrata | prosciutto di parma | arugula | grilled ciabatta | basil olive oil Available at: dinner, lunch
- Carpaccio - $19: piedmontese beef | grana padano | capers | wild arugula | lemon olive oil Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Low-Sodium, Atkins, South-Beach Available at: dinner, lunch
- Gnocchi Gratinati - $16: potato dumplings | truffled mushrooms | cream sauce | grana padano Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory Available at: dinner, lunch
Fresh Pasta
- Rigatoni alla Vodka - $23: pasta tubes | bacon | vodka-cream-tomato sauce | grana padano Available at: dinner, lunch
- Linguine Mare Chiaro - $33: thin pasta | clams | mussels | shrimp | scallops | roasted cherry tomato sauce | crushed red pepper | white wine Dietary tags: Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Casarece Pistachio e Gamberetti - $28: short pasta twists | shrimp | pistachio pesto sauce | stracciatella Available at: dinner, lunch
- Ciliegini - $24: spaghetti | roasted cherry tomato sauce | fava bean purée | stracciatella Available at: dinner, lunch
- Tagliatelle Bolognese - $24: egg pasta ribbons | traditional meat ragu | grana padano Dietary tags: Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Pappardelle alla Norcina con Pollo - $31: wide egg pasta ribbons | chicken breast | porcini & champignon mushrooms | truffle oil | grana padano-cream sauce Available at: dinner, lunch
- Lasagna Ferrarese - $28: pasta sheets | meat ragu | porcini mushrooms | grana padano | béchamel Available at: dinner, lunch
- Gnocchi al Sugo di Cinghiale - $27: potato dumplings | wild boar ragu | mixed mushrooms | root vegetables | grana padano Available at: dinner, lunch
Soups and Salads
- Minestrone di Verdure (Cup) - $11: seasonal vegetable soup Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory Available at: dinner, lunch
- Minestrone di Verdure (Bowl) - $12: seasonal vegetable soup Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory Available at: dinner, lunch
- Insalata Regina - $15: wild arugula | couscous | avocado | tomatoes | red onions | capers | raisins | lemon-olive oil dressing Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Insalata Bietole - $15: organic red & gold beets | wild arugula | toasted walnuts | goat cheese | red wine vinaigrette Available at: dinner, lunch
- Insalata della Casa - $15: romaine lettuce | mushrooms | bell peppers | dried cranberries | garbanzo beans | toasted almonds | avocado | celery | honey mustard dressing Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Insalata Cesarina - $15: romaine lettuce | grana padano | croutons | housemade caesar dressing Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Insalata di Pere - $15: roasted pears | baby lettuces | seedless red grapes | gorgonzola | pecans | pomegranate dressing Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory Available at: dinner, lunch
Pizza
- Margherita - $20: mozzarella | tomato sauce | oregano | fresh basil Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Scapece - $22: fresh mozzarella | mint zucchini | burrata | roasted tomato sauce | basil olive oil | grana padano Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory Available at: dinner, lunch
- Cristina - $23: fresh mozzarella | prosciutto di parma | grana padano | mushrooms | wild arugula | white truffle oil Available at: dinner, lunch
- Fradiavola - $22: mozzarella | italian sausage | tomato sauce | mushrooms | bell peppers | red onions | spicy peperoncino Available at: dinner, lunch
- Capricciosa - $22: mozzarella | ham | artichokes | mushrooms | kalamata olives | tomato sauce | oregano Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
Grill and Main Courses
- Salmone alla Griglia - $39: grilled norwegian salmon | lemon | extra-virgin olive oil | sautéed spinach | roasted yukon gold potatoes Dietary tags: Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Alkaline, Slow-Carb, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Pollo Toscano - $34: free-range rosemary chicken | broccolini | baby carrots | mashed potatoes Available at: dinner, lunch
- Scaloppine ai Funghi - $44: veal | mixed mushrooms | marsala wine sauce | sautéed spinach | mashed potatoes Available at: dinner, lunch
- Branzino in Crosta - $46: mediterranean seabass | basil-panko crust | roasted tomato sauce | grilled asparagus | mashed potatoes Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Grigliata di Pesce Misto - $44: fish fillet | salmon | scallops | shrimp | lemon-olive oil sauce | broccolini | baby carrots | roasted yukon gold potatoes Dietary tags: Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Alkaline, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Filetto al Vino Rosso - $55: grilled beef tenderloin | red wine reduction sauce | mixed mushrooms | mashed potatoes Available at: dinner, lunch
- Petto di Pollo al Peperoncino - $36: marinated airline double chicken breast | spicy peperoncino sauce | roasted root vegetables & yukon gold potatoes Dietary tags: Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
Desserts
- Tiramisù - $14: ladyfingers | mascarpone | espresso | rum | cocoa powder Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
- Cannoli Siciliani - $15: cannoli | sheep’s milk ricotta | candied orange | limoncello | bittersweet chocolate | pistachios Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Vulcano - $15: warm chocolate cake | creamy center | caramel sea salt gelato Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
- Budino di Pane alla Gianduia - $15: housemade bread pudding | roasted hazelnut | frangelico liqueur | nutella | crème anglaise | vanilla gelato Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Affogato al Caffè - $14: espresso | vanilla gelato | whipped cream Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
- Spumone Gelato - $15: strawberry, chocolate hazelnut & pistachio gelato | cherries | chocolate chips | pistachios | raspberry & chocolate sauce Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
- Gelati Misti - $14: dark chocolate gelato | vanilla gelato | cranberry orange sorbet Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
- Scoop of Gelato - $9: vanilla | dark chocolate | caramel sea salt | stracciatella | cranberry orange sorbet
Beverages
- Fornaio House Spritz - $16: aperol | bianco vermouth | lavender | sage | thyme | villa sandi prosecco Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Lectin-Free
- Acqua Alta - $16: basil infused conciere vodka | orange blossom | lime | soda Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- La Colomba - $16: conciere tequila | campari | grapefruit | lime | dehydrated citrus salt | soda Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Sorrento King - $16: templeton rye whiskey | fernet-branca | vanilla | orange peel | oak wood smoke top Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based
- Margarita Italiano - $16: herradura silver tequila | lucano limoncello | cointreau | mango purée | lime Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Lectin-Free
- Milano Mule - $16: tito’s handmade vodka | fiorente elderflower liqueur | ginger beer | lime Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based
- Tuscan Lemonade - $16: conciere vodka | blackberry purée | lemon | soda Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Kickin’ Old Fashioned - $16: redemption bourbon | cynar | citrus peel | bitters | luxardo cherry Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based
- Tiki Taormina - $16: don q piña rum | peach purée | pineapple | lime | mint Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Lectin-Free
- Espresso Martini - $16: absolut vanilia vodka | caffè borghetti | espresso liqueur | freshly brewed espresso | vanilla
- Crodino - $9: herbal non-alcoholic aperitivo Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Renal
- Sanbittèr - $9: bitter non-alcoholic aperitivo Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Renal
Sides
- Cestino del Pane - $4: fresh baked bread | extra-virgin olive oil | balsamic vinegar (serves 4) Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Bread Basket Add-ons - $4: roasted tomato spread & mixed olives Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC
Frequently Asked Questions about Il Fornaio
- Is Il Fornaio dairy-free-friendly?
- Yes. Il Fornaio has 8 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Grigliata di Pesce Misto, Cestino del Pane and Petto di Pollo al Peperoncino.
- What can I eat at Il Fornaio on a dairy-free diet?
- Grigliata di Pesce Misto, Cestino del Pane and Petto di Pollo al Peperoncino carry the dairy-free tag, out of 8 tagged dishes on the current menu. Every dish's diet tags are listed in the menu.
- Does Il Fornaio have vegan options?
- Yes. 15 dishes are tagged vegan on the current menu, including Cestino del Pane and Insalata Regina.
- Is Il Fornaio gluten-free?
- 4 dishes are tagged gluten-free on the current menu. Chefi never infers allergen tags from a dish name alone, but a tag is not a certification — confirm preparation with the restaurant if you have celiac disease or a severe sensitivity.
- What is the highest-protein dish at Il Fornaio?
- Carpaccio, at roughly 58g of protein (estimated from ingredients).
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