Osteria del Fornaio

3.8 (136)

$30 and under

Italian

401 Wilshire Blvd, suite 150, Santa Monica, CA 90401

About this restaurant

Kid-friendly
Good for groups
Great for happy hour

Osteria is defining the idea of modern/traditional Italian cuisine. From the lineage that created the iconic Il Fornaio, Osteria combines the best of old-world Italia with modern day California. Using the freshest ingredients, making our own pastas and pizzas in house, and sourcing locally grown vegetables and herbs, we’ve created a contemporary California concept that even your Nonna could call home! Now open at 4th & Wilshire in Santa Monica, CA!

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Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Italian
Hours of operation
Mon–Thu 3:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri 3:00 pm–10:00 pm Sat 11:00 am–10:00 pm Sun 11:00 am–9:00 pm
Phone number
(424) 538-4488
Website
https://osteriadelfornaio.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Executive chef
Roberto Gerbino
Delivery & takeout
Order direct

Location
401 Wilshire Blvd, suite 150, Santa Monica, CA 90401
Neighborhood
Santa Monica
Cross street
4th Street & Wilshire Blvd
Parking details
Street Parking
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Delivery, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Vegan, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 136 people are saying

Osteria del Fornaio reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

3.8

3.8 based on recent ratings

3.9Food
4.4Service
3.9Ambience
3.7Value

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136 Reviews

K
Karla
Los Angeles24 reviews
4.0
Dined on August 9, 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
We met a friend there before an early evening play. First time for all 3 of us. The menu is a bit thin, but if like what they are serving, it is as fresh as it can be and prepared with skill. We had the Cacio E Pepe pizza, and it was an interesting take on the variant. Next time (and there will be a next time!) I would go for the margherita pizza, instead. I missed the tomato-ey flavor. We also orded the zucchini blossoms, very nice, buit would skip next time to try another dish. Also ordered the roasted cauliflower, husband is in love with that dish. The best dish of the night for me was the Caprese salad. Great heirloom tomatoes, creamy silky cheese and very generous with the high quality olive oil. A nice big plate of yummy.
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JeffB Gold
Los Angeles3 reviews
5.0
Dined on July 20, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Big fan of Osteria del Fornaio. The pastas were perfectly prepares and served piping hot, the pizzas were thin crusted but held up as you picked up each slice. Everyone on staff was attentive and kind. Finally, the happy hour is a great opportunity for an even more affordable option to their already well priced menu.
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LindaL
Los Angeles1 review
1.0
Dined on July 18, 2024
1. Overall 1
2. Food 1
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 1
I was very angry because you confirmed my reservation for Wednesday, July 17, and when I drove there from Beverly Hills, the restaurant was closed.
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Chacha Gold
Los Angeles34 reviews
2.0
Dined on July 15, 2024
1. Overall 2
2. Food 2
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 3
We were all not satisfied with the food. The salads were ok. The pizza was very bland. We sent it back and we ordered the Margherita but it was also very bland. The pasta’s were jst ok. Definitely not gna go back. It was a disappointment .
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OpenTable Diner Gold
Los Angeles1 review
2.0
Dined on July 15, 2024
1. Overall 2
2. Food 1
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 1
The pear salad was tasty however to much dressing and tossed to early leaving the lettuce soggy. The chicken was so dry, almost unbeatable, over a pasta which was to heavy and undercooked. I was offered something else however I had eaten the over heated bread and by this time not optimistic about trying anything else. They ran out of the cheesecake and offered a substitute which was not great. I would not go back.
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luv2eat Gold
Los Angeles38 reviews
5.0
Dined on July 7, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Delicious food! Fantastic zucchini blossoms. The Caesar was fresh and crispy and the dressing was perfect. Pizza had thin, crispy crust and perfect to share. The chicken Marsala and the branzino were perfection. We will absolutely, positively go back.
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OpenTable Diner
Chicago4 reviews
5.0
Dined on June 26, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Italian food at its best. The service was impeccable
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OpenTable Diner
Los Angeles1 review
3.0
Dined on June 15, 2024
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 2
Had the Crab on egg shell macaroni, from there specials menu. It was delicious. GF has the Spinach Ravioli with pork. It was bland and uninteresting. They ridiculously charged us $8 for chabata bread. They had a dessert on the menu, Semifreddo al vin santo, that was unavailable. That was disappointing. I had the berry cheesecake, it was good. There was a $5 inflation charge, wtf is THAT! Our server, Lily was friendly and attentive. All in all just OK.
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TMac
Los Angeles54 reviews
3.0
Dined on May 18, 2024
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
My husband and I have been there a few times for happy hour and the food was always good. Unfortunately, I was disappointed last night. Our two appetizers, fried calamari and squash blossoms came out lukewarm and lacked flavor. Both were brought out super quickly, within minutes of ordering so they should have been hot. I can only assume they were cooked previously since the calamari was limp and not crisp and the squash blossoms had no flavor. The restaurant was wonderful in taking them away and not charging us! Our salmon and chicken marsala was better, but not wonderful. Service by Jacob was great!
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OpenTable Diner Gold
Las Vegas11 reviews
2.0
Dined on May 16, 2024
1. Overall 2
2. Food 2
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 3
We have dined here over 20 times and always enjoyed the food. However last night we invited our friends and We ordered chicken parmigiana and Cesar salad and pizza but the salad was just ok and the pizza was soggy not to mention the chicken tasted like old chicken. Hmmmm not worth the $189
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Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Italian
Hours of operation
Mon–Thu 3:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri 3:00 pm–10:00 pm Sat 11:00 am–10:00 pm Sun 11:00 am–9:00 pm
Phone number
(424) 538-4488
Website
https://osteriadelfornaio.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Executive chef
Roberto Gerbino
Delivery & takeout
Order direct

Location
401 Wilshire Blvd, suite 150, Santa Monica, CA 90401
Neighborhood
Santa Monica
Cross street
4th Street & Wilshire Blvd
Parking details
Street Parking
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Delivery, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Vegan, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Permanently Closed

This restaurant is permanently closed.