Il Forno
Il Forno
Fresh mozzarella cheese, locally grown tomatoes, basil and extra virgin olive oil. Vegetarian and gluten free.
Steamed calamari, octopus, shrimp, Kalamata olives and lemon olive oil. Gluten free.
Arugula, beefsteak tomato, watermelon radish, prosciutto di Parma and balsamic di Modena reduction. Gluten free.
Thin sliced fresh tuna with freshly cut string beans.
Fresh Tomatoes, olive oil, fresh basil, Balsamic di Modena, fresh oregano.
Fresh Tomatoes, olive oil, fresh basil, Balsamic di Modena, fresh oregano.
Organic baby mixed greens, grilled chicken breast, artichokes, olive oil and balsamic dressing. Gluten free.
Romaine lettuce, Parmesan cheese, croutons, homemade Caesar dressing and grilled chicken breast. Gluten free.
Arugula, radicchio, avocado, hearts of palm, shaved Parmesan and lemon olive oil dressing. Add chicken or grilled shrimp for an additional charge. Gluten free.
Mixed greens, radicchio and tomatoes in house dressing. Add chicken or grilled shrimp for an additional charge. Gluten free.
Organic spinach, Chianti poached pears, frisee, asparagus, roasted hazelnuts, goat cheese and lemon ginger dressing. Add chicken or grilled shrimp for an additional charge. Gluten free.
Short tube pasta served with homemade meat sauce.
Spaghetti, pecorino Romano cheese and black pepper. Vegetarian.
Homemade flat pasta, tomato and chunky lamb sauce.
Wild-caught shrimp, thinly chopped fresh vegetables, garlic, basil and a touch cognac.
Homemade ravioli with spinach and ricotta cheese, light creamy porcini mushroom sauce. Vegetarian.
Black and white tagliolini, scallops, bunashimeji and maitake mushrooms with black truffle pesto sauce.
Maine lobster tail, shiitake mushrooms, fresh tomatoes and creamy red bell pepper sauce.
Roasted chicken stuffed tortellini, light cream pink sauce, broccoli and fresh mushrooms.
italian arborio rice, prawn shrimp, asparagus, zucchini, saffron sauce
Trofie pasta with prosciutto, broccoli, artichokes, zucchini and pine nuts in olive oil and minced garlic.
Short rib stuffed tortellacci with turmeric cream sauce, fresh tomatoes and augula.
Whole wheat pasta, assorted fresh vegetables, olive oil and garlic. Vegan.
Mozzarella, basil and tomato sauce. Vegetarian.
BBQ chicken breast, smoked mozzarella and red onions.
Mozzarella, tomato sauce, Kalamata olives and artichokes. Vegetarian.
Mozzarella, goat cheese, fresh tomatoes, arugula and prosciutto di Parma.
Caramelized pearl onion pesto, mascarpone cheese, mozzarella, arugula, smoked salmon and Sardinian capers.
Apple-chicken sausage, mushrooms, red and yellow roasted bell peppers.
Free-range breast of chicken from Mary's Farm seasoned with herbs, organic baby mixed greens, olive oil and balsamic vinaigrette dressing. Gluten free.
Wild-caught Lake Superior whitefish sauteed with fresh tomatoes, zucchini, herbs and spices. Gluten free.
Free range veal medallions sauteed with Marsala wine, and fresh porcini mushrooms. Gluten free.
Free-range breast of chicken from Mary's Farm served with cherry tomatoes, black olives, capers and extra virgin olive oil. Gluten free.
Naturally farmed salmon grilled with organic baby mixed greens, black olives, capers and balsamic vinaigrette dressing. Gluten free.
Thinly sliced filet mignon grilled and served with organic baby mixed greens and balsamic vinaigrette dressing. Gluten free.
Filet mignon with leeks and mushrooms in a reduction of port wine and aged balsamic sauce.
Breast of chicken, served with fresh mushrooms, black olives, capers and crushed tomato sauce.
Thin sliced fresh tuna, julienne watermelon radish and arugula. GLUTEN FREE
Thin sliced cured imported air-dried beef, grilled zucchini, celery root, shaved Parmesan cheese and house mustard. GLUTEN FREE
Rolled eggplant stuffed with light goat cheese, herbs and tomato sauce. GLUTEN FREE
Assorted plate of important cold cuts and cheese. GLUTEN FREE
octopus, calamari, wild shrimp, black kalamata olives, lemon olive oil. GLUTEN FREE
Red and Yellow bell peppers, oven roasted with garlic and olive oil. GLUTEN FREE
Tubetti pasta and Tuscan cannellini beans.
Please call the restaurant, we make amazing fresh soup everyday. 310.450.1241
Romaine lettuce, Parmesan cheese, croutons and homemade Caesar dressing. GLUTEN FREE
Arugula and radicchio salad with thinly shaved Parmesan cheese, olive oil and balsamic vinegar dressing. GLUTEN FREE
Mixed greens, radicchio, tomatoes and special house dressing. GLUTEN FREE
Organic spinach, Chianti poached pears, frisee, asparagus, roasted hazelnuts, goat cheese and lemon ginger dressing. GLUTEN FREE
Homemade large ribbon pasta and chunky lamb sauce.
Fillet mignon meatballs, homemade tomato sauce, basil and fettuccine pasta.
Homemade fettuccine, shrimp, scallops, leeks, wild mushrooms and homemade pesto sauce. YUMM!
Trofie pasta, prosciutto, broccoli, artichokes, zucchini, pine nuts, olive oil and garlic.
Short rib stuffed tortellacci, turmeric cream sauce, fresh tomatoes and green beans.
Little neck clams, white wine, garlic, parsley with linguine pasta
homemade sun-dried tomato, shiitake mushrooms, sage, olive oil .
Arborio rice, black truffle pesto, shiitake mushrooms, shaved Parmigiano Regiano cheese
Tomato sauce, mozzarella, wild mushrooms crispy prosciutto di Parma and organic farm egg. Not sliced.
Naturally farmed salmon served in a champagne herb sauce.
Lake Superior whitefish sauteed with fresh tomatoes, zucchini, herbs and spices.
seasoned with Himalayan salt and pepper, grilled and finished in the pizza oven with a side of veggies and potatoes
18oz center cut prime fillet mignon, grilled and finished in the pizza oven with rosemary.
Veal shank served on a bed of saffron risotto. neighborhood's favorite
breaded Mary's farm chicken breast, side of veggies
Free-range chicken breast from Mary's Farm, crushed tomato sauce, mushrooms, kalamata black olives.
Free-range chicken breast from Mary's Farm rolled with grilled zucchini, eggplant and mozzarella, sauteed with shiitake mushrooms and Marsala wine sauce.
Filet mignon served with leeks, mushrooms, reduction of port wine and aged balsamic sauce.
Grilled filet mignon, Kalamata olives, capers, fresh tomato, basil and fresh artichokes with a splash of extra virgin olive oil.
Thinly sliced filet mignon grilled with organic baby mixed.
Free range veal medallions sauteed with porcini mushrooms in a Marsala wine sauce.
Ladyfingers, espresso, mascarpone cheese and cocoa.
Crisp hazelnut meringue cake and lemon curd buttercream.
3 layer chocolate cake, chocolate mousse and raspberries.
3 layer chocolate cake and vanilla cream.
Cream custard and a layer of soft caramel.
Upside down caramelized baked apple. make it alla mode for an additional charge.
Served hot
Garlic & Rosemary roasted potatoes
Steamed brocoli & Grated Parmigiano
Grilled Asparagus
Homemade freshly baked bread
carrots, squash, brussels sprouts, green beans (and assortment of 3 veggies)
Fresh mozzarella cheese, sliced tomatoes, basil and olive oil.
Fresh mozzarella cheese, sliced tomatoes, basil, and olive oil. Served in a 13" x 21" pan.
Cold seafood salad with baby lobster, shrimp, calamari and green beans in a lemon olive oil dressing.
Cold seafood salad with baby lobster, shrimp, calamari, and green beans in a lemon olive oil dressing. Served in a 13" x 21" pan.
Rolled eggplant stuffed with light goat cheese and herbs in a tomato sauce.
Rolled eggplant stuffed with light goat cheese and herbs in a tomato sauce. Served in a 13" x 21" pan.
Plate of daily fresh cold cuts and cheese.
Plate of daily fresh cold cuts and cheese. Served in a 13" x 21" pan.
Roasted peppers, chilled seafood salad, fresh mozzarella cheese, tomatoes, basil and olive oil.
Roasted peppers, chilled seafood salad, fresh mozzarella cheese, tomatoes, basil, and olive oil. Served in a 13" x 21" pan.
Red and yellow roasted bell peppers with garlic and olive oil.
Red and yellow roasted bell peppers with garlic and olive oil. Served in a 13" x 21" pan.
Octopus, calamari, shrimp, black olives and lemon olive oil.
Octopus, calamari, shrimp, black olives, and lemon olive oil. Served in a 13" x 21" pan.
Romaine lettuce, Parmesan cheese, anchovies, croutons and garlic with homemade Caesar dressing.
Organic baby mixed greens, alfalfa sprouts, dried ricotta cheese, dried cranberries and raspberry vinegar dressing.
Arugula and radicchio salad with thinly shaved Parmesan cheese served in an olive oil and balsamic vinegar dressing.
Mixed greens, radicchio and tomatoes in a special house dressing.
Radicchio, Belgian endive, spinach, walnuts, dry ricotta and balsamic vinaigrette.
Certified organic baby mixed greens, grilled chicken breast, artichokes and aged balsamic.
Arugula, radicchio, avocado, hearts of palm and shaved Parmesan in lemon vinaigrette.
Organic baby mixed greens, diced mango, sesame seeds, micro sprouts, grilled natural white shrimp, feta cheese and lemon ginger dressing.
Red beets, arugula, red Maui onions, julienne carrots, crumbled Parmesan cheese, roasted pine nuts, filet mignon and balsamic vinaigrette.
Organic spinach, poached pears, frisee, asparagus, roasted hazelnuts, goat cheese and lemon ginger dressing.
Tomatoes, avocado, onions, cucumbers and fresh basil.
Tomatoes, avocado, onions, cucumbers and fresh basil.
Short tube pasta with olive oil, garlic, crushed hot peppers, parsley and basil.
Short tube pasta with homemade spicy tomato sauce, garlic and olive oil.
Rigatoni with homemade meat sauce.
Rigatoni with homemade meat sauce. Includes freshly baked homemade bread. Served in a 13" x 21" pan.
Homemade potato dumplings, peas, tomato sauce and imported smoked mozzarella cheese.
Spirally pasta, chicken sausage, mushrooms, leeks, basil, sun-dried tomatoes, garlic and olive oil.
Spaghetti with eggplant, mushrooms, parsley, basil and radicchio with tomato sauce.
Chicken-stuffed tortellini in a light pink sauce with broccoli and fresh mushrooms. Served in a 10" x 13" pan.
Italian Arborio rice with baby lobster, asparagus and zucchini in a saffron sauce.
Shell pasta with apple chicken sausage, sun-dried tomatoes and caramelized pearl onions in an avocado cream sauce.
Shell pasta with apple chicken sausage, sun-dried tomatoes, and caramelized pearl onions in an avocado cream sauce. Includes freshly baked homemade bread. Served in a 13" x 21" pan.
Homemade ravioli with spinach and ricotta cheese in a light cream porcini mushroom sauce.
Penne with fresh salmon, green onions, green beans, radicchio and tomatoes in a light cream sauce.
Penne with fresh salmon, green onions, green beans, radicchio, and tomatoes in a light cream sauce. Includes freshly baked homemade bread. Served in a 13" x 21" pan.
Linguine with eggplant, basil, fresh tomatoes, garlic and olive oil.
Wheat pasta with assorted vegetables, tomatoes, crushed peppers. Available with or without olive oil.
Grilled chicken breast, broccoli, leeks, sun-dried tomatoes and roasted pine nuts.
Sauteed breast of chicken served with fresh and sun-dried tomatoes, artichokes and leeks in white wine sauce. Includes side of baked potatoes and steamed vegetables. 3 oz. per person.
Breast of chicken stuffed with grilled zucchini, eggplant and mozzarella cheese and then rolled. Sauteed with shiitake mushrooms in Marsala wine sauce. Includes side of baked potatoes and steamed vegetables. 1/2 a roll per person.
Filet mignon with leeks and mushrooms in a reduction of port wine and balsamic sauce. Includes side of baked potatoes and steamed vegetables. One 4 oz. medallion per person.
Filet mignon sauteed with crushed tomato sauce, capers, and black olives. Includes side of baked potatoes and steamed vegetables. 1 medallion per person.
Thinly sliced filet mignon grilled and served with baby mixed greens. 2 slices per person.
Sauteed fresh salmon with herb champagne sauce. Includes side of baked potatoes and steamed vegetables. 4 oz. per person.
Whitefish sauteed with fresh tomatoes, zucchini, herbs, and spices. Includes side of baked potatoes and steamed vegetables. 4 oz. per person.
Free-range veal medallions sauteed with porcini mushrooms in a Marsala wine sauce. Includes side of baked potatoes and steamed vegetables. 2 medallions per person.
Scaloppini of veal sauteed with fresh wild mushrooms and garlic in balsamic wine sauce. Includes side of baked potatoes and steamed vegetables. 2 slices per person.
Scampi sauteed with brandy, grapefruit juice, green peppercorns and Dijon mustard. Includes side of baked potatoes and steamed vegetables. 2 scampi per person.
Thinly sliced eggplant grilled and rolled with light goat cheese, herbs, and topped with fresh basil. Priced per dozen.
Imported Italian speck di Parma wrapped on grilled asparagus. Priced per dozen.
Imported Italian prosciutto di Parma wrapped on a bite size of melon. Priced per dozen.
Crispy bread with olive tapenade and tomatoes. Priced per dozen.
Mini tarts stuffed with a choice of chopped vegetables or baby lobster paste. Priced per dozen.
Organically grown heirloom tomatoes with fresh burrata cheese, olive oil and fresh basil. Priced per dozen.
Zucchini, red bell peppers, mushrooms and baked eggs. Priced per dozen.
Baked zucchini stuffed with organic ground turkey meat and vegetables. Priced per dozen.
Organic free range breast of chicken rolled and baked with grilled zucchini, carrots, asparagus and mozzarella cheese. Priced per dozen.
Baked stuffed mushrooms with organic ground turkey and vegetables. Priced per dozen.
Thinly sliced dry cured air dried beef topped with zucchini, celery root, and shaved imported Parmesan cheese in a house mustard dressing. Priced per dozen.
House-made focaccia topped with tomato sauce, mozzarella cheese, oregano and fresh basil. Priced per 1/2 sheet.
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Wade D.
Jan 15, 2025
I made a special trip to Santa Monica to visit a friend and try an old favorite restaurant. I was glad Il Forno was still there, considering events of the last few years. Unfortunately I won't be returning even on a special trip to Santa Monica.The Pappardelle was disappointing -- not the robust incredible flavors I remember from years past. Perhaps something changed in their recipe or perhaps my tastes have changed, I don't know. But what brings this down to a two star review from a four star review is that as I reconcile my credit card statement, either by design or by accident, the tip was increased.I put a $20 tip on a $95 bill which I think is more than acceptable these daysBut somehow it turned out to be a $22 tipIt's not about the two dollars, but it's about either the intent to deceive and stick a couple extra bucks in their pocket every so often --or sloppiness?I haven't noticed a mistake (or an on a tip in a decade. It just doesn't happen anymore in my experience.What's particularly disappointing is the server was awesome and very friendly -- so this experience has left a bad taste in my mouth
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Nick A.
Jul 18, 2024
A friend and I met tonight at Il Forno, located at 2901 Ocean Park Boulevard, Santa Monica, CA. 90405.The number is 310-450-1241 and their e-mail is [email protected] location is quite spacious with indoor and outdoor seating that is inviting and architecturally comfortable. They have an open area kitchen with an extensive menu to choose from. We started with a Caesar Salad and split a Margarita Pizza. Both were great. As my main course I had the pasta dish with meatballs which were made from a steak cut and the other main course was a seafood dish with clams and shrimp. We were both satisfied with our choices. The help is friendly and they allow you to take your time to order and the owner was gracious was gracious enough to welcome us and say hello. It is a friendly atmosphere. I like the menu and I will surely be back for more. The atmosphere, service and selections are first rate. If you seek a friendly and comfortable setting here on the Westside, Il Forno is a wise choice!RECOMMEND!
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ruth c.
Aug 13, 2024
Awesome peopleLet me order lunch late or just in time before closing Smells niceGreat wine - forever sisters Chardonnay Menu looks delicio!
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Mimi H.
Dec 1, 2024
Best Italian ! Don't let the mini mall location steer you away. Been going here for over 25 years and the food never fails! Family feel and wonderful service by people who have been there for years. Highly recommend.
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Samantha M.
Apr 12, 2023
Good choice for the area if you don't want junky food. My pasta and my husbands was on point. Definitely tasted homemade as advertised. The sauce was "meh". Other tables had bread which we noticed as we were leaving but we weren't offered any.My teenager didn't like the pizza at all which was a waste of $, it didn't seem fully cooked through (my husband tried a piece). So I'd say this is a solid 3.5 star stop but order pasta!
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Charles c.
Jul 24, 2024
Service should improve , whoever makes the espresso should not burned it, returned it and not even apologize ! Train your service people in the restaurant , it really sucksThe salmon pizza whoever invented this , is crazy , Italians don't do this mixCrazy crazy
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Cecilia v.
Jun 22, 2024
This was an awesome experience. Really tasty , awesome service & great ambience. Everyone was very friendly. We celebrated one of our son's birthday. The Cesar salad, ossobucco , meatballs, all delicious. We would love to comeback again.
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Sam S.
Aug 18, 2024
Decent food, great service, and reasonable value. The bruschetta was amazing, the pasta was amazing, the pizza was a little disappointing. Overall a great restaurant to sit down. The owners were super welcoming and nice and I would love to come back
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Joyce S.
Nov 30, 2024
Been going here for over 10 years and love the food, service, and ambiance!It's a friendly "hood" restaurant!They have a special lunch to go menu which is very reasonable!
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Theresa G.
Nov 13, 2024
If you enjoy real delicious Italian food, check out Il Forno! Delicious food!Service is good!Ambiance it nice.
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