Il Fornaio San Jose – Italian
Sunlight streams through grand windows into a space alive with the aroma of baking bread and the convivial hum of a classic Italian piazza. The meal begins with a welcoming flourish of artisanal appetizers before transitioning into a celebration of regional traditions, concluding with a velvety, espresso-laced tiramisu that lingers on the palate like a sweet Roman memory.
302, South Market Street, San Jose, CA, 95113 https://www.ilfornaio.com/?restaurant_id=31560Cuisine: Italian
Price range: $$$
Dietary options: dairy-free, gluten-free, halal, vegan, vegetarian, heart-healthy, low-sodium, mediterranean, paleo, pescatarian, plant-based, whole30, anti-inflammatory, dash-sodium-reduced, low-cholesterol, aip, alkaline, tlc, lectin-free, macrobiotic, soy-free
Diet fit at Il Fornaio San Jose
Dairy-Free at Il Fornaio San Jose
Il Fornaio San Jose in San Jose has 1 dairy-free-tagged dish on its current menu, including Complimentary Appetizer. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Gluten-Free at Il Fornaio San Jose
Il Fornaio San Jose in San Jose has 1 gluten-free-tagged dish on its current menu, including Complimentary Appetizer. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Halal at Il Fornaio San Jose
Il Fornaio San Jose in San Jose has 1 halal-tagged dish on its current menu, including Complimentary Appetizer. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegan at Il Fornaio San Jose
Il Fornaio San Jose in San Jose has 1 vegan-tagged dish on its current menu, including Complimentary Appetizer. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegetarian at Il Fornaio San Jose
Il Fornaio San Jose in San Jose has 2 vegetarian-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Tiramisu and Complimentary Appetizer. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Heart-Healthy at Il Fornaio San Jose
Il Fornaio San Jose in San Jose has 1 heart-healthy-tagged dish on its current menu, including Complimentary Appetizer. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Low-Sodium at Il Fornaio San Jose
Il Fornaio San Jose in San Jose has 2 low-sodium-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Tiramisu and Complimentary Appetizer. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Mediterranean at Il Fornaio San Jose
Il Fornaio San Jose in San Jose has 1 mediterranean-tagged dish on its current menu, including Complimentary Appetizer. 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 San Jose
| Dish | Net carbs | Protein |
|---|---|---|
| Tiramisu | 54 g | 6 g |
Nutrition values are estimated from ingredients.
Currently open
Hours
- Monday - Sunday
- 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Menu
Appetizers
Traditional Italian starters to begin your meal.
- Complimentary Appetizer: Available for new Il Fornaio Insider members upon sign-up 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
Desserts
Sweet endings to your Italian dining experience.
- Tiramisu: Traditional Italian espresso-soaked ladyfingers with mascarpone cream Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
Frequently Asked Questions about Il Fornaio San Jose
- Is Il Fornaio San Jose dairy-free-friendly?
- Yes. Il Fornaio San Jose has 1 dairy-free-tagged dish on its current menu, including Complimentary Appetizer.
- What can I eat at Il Fornaio San Jose on a dairy-free diet?
- Complimentary Appetizer carry the dairy-free tag, out of 1 tagged dish on the current menu. Every dish's diet tags are listed in the menu.
- Does Il Fornaio San Jose have vegan options?
- Yes. 1 dish is tagged vegan on the current menu, including Complimentary Appetizer.
- Is Il Fornaio San Jose gluten-free?
- 1 dish is 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 San Jose?
- Tiramisu, at roughly 6g of protein (estimated from ingredients).
Restaurants near Il Fornaio San Jose
- Original Joe's — Italian
- Kukar's House of Pizza — Italian
- Pizza Bocca Lupo — Italian
- Sammy G's — Italian
- Papa John's — Italian
- Bibo's New York Pizza — Italian
- Giovanni's Pizza — Italian
- Pizza My Heart — Italian
- Mountain Mike's — Italian
- Papa John's — Italian
- Papa John's — Italian
- La Pizza & La Pasta — Italian
