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For two star Italian, try Il Fornaio in Corte Madera. It's been awarded the Wine Spectator Award of Excellence award. This place features outdoor dining. Upon entering the restaurant, you'll find a family atmosphere. This restaurant is inexpensive. This place features delivery and fine wines. This restaurant is open late.
3.0 of 5 stars.
Pizza - 4 stars. Really good, sweet and soft crust.Salad - 0 stars, I tried three different salads over as many weeks. The first was fine, tasty and well presented. The next two were awful - I mean...
yelp.com - user review - 09/02/2009
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1.0 of 5 stars.
What happened to the quality at this place? I used to eat here often but the other day I ordered a chicken salad. There were two large inedible ends of the romaine lettuce in the salad. Then I found a...
yelp.com - user review - 08/25/2009
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2.0 of 5 stars.
We went to Il Fornaio for lunch today and was not that impressed. Service was mediocre at best. The menu was extremely limited and when we asked the server for recommendations on the menu, there was...
yelp.com - user review - 07/26/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Here's how you do it at the old oven:Ensalata Fornaio (with the shaved Parmesan)Wood Fired PizzaWood Fired vegetablesCheckDrive homeIf it comes out of the wood oven, it's gona' be good. Otherwise,...
yelp.com - user review - 07/04/2009
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1.0 of 5 stars.
Very ritzy restaurant situated within a shopping center. Within are some very nice nooks of light and shadow, and a very roomy dining area and covered open-air terrace with a fireplace. We (party of...
yelp.com - user review - 06/21/2009
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1.0 of 5 stars.
I had a work related lunch here last week. There were five of us for lunch. The atmosphere was nice. Nothing special. Our server was a mess. I couldn't understand him, he was shouting half of the...
yelp.com - user review - 06/12/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I ate there a few times, it is a very nice atmosphere in there and I was always satisfied with the food. It tastes very good, I can recommend the bruschetta and also pasta entrees. Parking is...
yelp.com - user review - 06/12/2009
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2.0 of 5 stars.
All I can say about this place is "STRANGE" They are nice, but their niceness doesn't feel good. It's an Italian Restaurant but it just doesn't feel like it. Nothing is genuine. There is not ONE...
yelp.com - user review - 05/04/2009
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1.0 of 5 stars.
Ew. TV dinner goes to Italy. Who could possibly think this is good food?Mushy pizza dough...yeah, it's thin(ish) crust, but it tastes like cotton. The entrees are significantly below Olive Garden...
yelp.com - user review - 05/02/2009
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2.0 of 5 stars.
A couple of levels up from the other bastardized Italian chain - Olive Garden. Sure, it's more upscale, the service is better and some items are actually okay, but for the most part, it's not...
yelp.com - user review - 04/02/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Good spot for tablecloth-Italian w/an extensive wine list. Food was great (not your Macaroni Grill for sure), and service was quick & professional (esp dug the throw-back white-linen uniforms).Worth...
yelp.com - user review - 03/27/2009
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1.0 of 5 stars.
I am sorry but anyone who thinks this is good Italian food must be upgrading from Mama Celeste. The food is below mediocre and the staff is generally lacking, with some good servers. The cocktails...
yelp.com - user review - 03/13/2009
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2.0 of 5 stars.
I've always wanted to like this place, but it always disappoints. The aroma outside is amazing and makes me want to eat there so bad. I love the decor, I love their breads, I had a wood-oven roasted...
yelp.com - user review - 01/18/2009
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2.0 of 5 stars.
We had our Christmas dinner (a day after on the Friday) here. I was hoping for the same type of experience I have had in Southern Cal at this location - just your basic Italian food. Unfortunately...
yelp.com - user review - 01/06/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
After a particularly horrible experience at Pacific Catch across the way, we ended up running to Il Fornaio for a quick bite to eat. Now, obviously this is not the kind of place that one runs into for...
yelp.com - user review - 01/02/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I have been to this place countless times with my family through the years. Its a nice place to get upscale Italian in Marin. We went here for Christmas eve and I had the beef tenderloin which was...
yelp.com - user review - 12/31/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
If you asked me what my rating was before this weekend, I would've said 4 and a half stars. The service I've had here was excellent and the food was pretty good too. I usually start out with the fried...
yelp.com - user review - 11/18/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
We had the omelette with salmon, cheese and asparagus and potatoes as well as the poached eggs with ham. The sauce on the poached eggs was so yummy. The omelette was just ok. The potatoes are good,...
yelp.com - user review - 11/09/2008
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This was my favorite restaurant when they opened 20 years ago - this was the first one opened. We probably went there once a week. Now they have opened many locations that are located in many of the places I...
citysearch.com - user review - 10/31/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
This is one of our 4 most favorite Marin restaurants ! You will always find something delicioso, fabulous ambiance and wonderful service !!!!! Can't go wrong eating here.
yelp.com - user review - 09/02/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Met a friend here for a dinner meeting. Antipasto plate was fabulous, but the fettucine wasn't the best I've ever had. Adequate. Next time I'll try something else . . . . . or maybe just have the...
yelp.com - user review - 08/18/2008
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1.0 of 5 stars.
We went there to meet some friends. I had never been but, the one in San Jose is so nice I was excited to meet there. I have never had such crappy service EVER! We sat outside, that was nice. We...
yelp.com - user review - 08/04/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Solid 3 star mid-week lunch spot. The food is good-nicely prepared and well seasoned, the atmosphere is nice, indoor and outdoor dining options are offered up. We experienced lackadasical service for...
yelp.com - user review - 07/01/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
The best eggs I've ever eaten. They are fresh from the farm in Petaluma. This is my favorite breakfast place in Marin. I try to go at least once a month. I get the same thing every time. Two eggs...
yelp.com - user review - 06/01/2008
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2.0 of 5 stars.
I came into this with a very positive attitude because I heard Il Forniao was a great restaurant. It's a pretty dining room, great service and good coffee. The rest was not bad in terms of food, but...
yelp.com - user review - 05/25/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I highly recommend Il Fornaio for special occassions. We took Will T's mom here for Mother's Day dinner and even though you could tell by how packed the place was that it had been going strong since...
yelp.com - user review - 05/12/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Very good and impressive service! Went there the first time on my birthday.. and it didn't fail us that we had the honor table. It was just perfect! the bread is great!
yelp.com - user review - 05/03/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Went to celebrate Valentine's day, and staff were accomodating. Restaurant was filled with the color of love and bouquet of balloons at every table. Food was yummy & hot. Location is good with...
yelp.com - user review - 05/02/2008
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1.0 of 5 stars.
If I could give them a -1, I would. Last night my husband and I went there for a drink and appetizer around 5:30PM with our one-year old daughter. We were treated like absolute crap and ended up...
yelp.com - user review - 03/29/2008
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This is a great italian restaurant! I suggest any of the pastas and the pizza is great too! This a great restaurant for the family or for going out with your friends and the prices are reasonable too!
citysearch.com - user review - 03/03/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
This is a great place for consistently fabulous Italian food. The freshly-baked bread is surprisingly delicious, and the dishes that follow make one's tongue sparkle.
yelp.com - user review - 02/29/2008
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2.0 of 5 stars.
Il Fornaio: The unfulfilled promise. Everyone seems to think it's a Very Nice Place - kind of fancy, no checkered table cloths - the kind of place where people order wine with lunch and discuss real...
yelp.com - user review - 01/19/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I have been eating at Il Fornaio for many years and every time come away happy. Not only is the bread fresh, the selection is amazing. All the servers are impeccably dressed and trained to be the...
yelp.com - user review - 01/15/2008
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1.0 of 5 stars.
I don't understand why this restaurant is always so busy...the food is simply awful, so bland and nothing creative. I think at least the service was good.
yelp.com - user review - 12/21/2007
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1.0 of 5 stars.
I jumped the gun a bit and expected stores to be open early during the holidays/family/ or whatever they now call this month of December... nope, not at this mall. We decided to get some breakfast at...
yelp.com - user review - 12/02/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I LOVE Il Fornaio! The staff is always diligent and cater to your needs, and are very courteous and respectful. We usually always ask to be seated at the bar, so we can watch the games on their new...
yelp.com - user review - 11/27/2007
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3.0 of 5 stars.
I really enjoy the food at Il Fornaio, but the ambiance and service here left much to be desired. Most of the patrons seemed snooty (yeah, you're in Corte Madera), and the service didn't feel genuine....
yelp.com - user review - 10/19/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
So, it's 10pm on a Saturday. We kind of rushed dinner, and now we've just gotten out of a show. I'm craving a little dessert & after-dinner drink and coffee, and I'm really not up for the bar scene....
yelp.com - user review - 08/15/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
My favorite Italian restaurant in the Bay area. Reservations are recommended, as it is always pretty busy. Walk ins may experience quite a wait. Service from every staff member is incredible and...
yelp.com - user review - 08/03/2007
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2.0 of 5 stars.
I really wanted to give this restaurant one star, but just couldn't bring myself to dog them out that hard, even though this had to be one of the worst service experiences I've ever encountered....
yelp.com - user review - 06/17/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
This is a great place for breakfast and brunch with the family. The service is nice, the food is good (albeit portion sizes are on the smaller end) and it's relatively affordable. The ambiance is...
yelp.com - user review - 06/16/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I wish I could give this place 3 and a half but i'm bumping it up to four because it's got a great atmosphere. I went here on Mother's day, and like Maria said, it was extremely crowded. That was OK,...
yelp.com - user review - 05/23/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I have eaten lunch here several times as the head of the Town really loves this restaurant. I always find it charming and have never been disappointed. For a chain, this restaurant is on the higher...
yelp.com - user review - 04/19/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Great friendly atmosphere. Perfect if you want to dine with your kids or toddlers. Pasta and Pizza dishes are great. Their bread is to die for.
yelp.com - user review - 03/28/2007
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3.0 of 5 stars.
I was disappointed to see there was no duck lasagne on the menu (it being my key reason to go to Il Fornaio in San Francisco.. that and the martinis at 6pm when I want to blow my head off from a day...
yelp.com - user review - 02/24/2007
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lovely place for a family date... fancy, but welcoming to the whole family... my son loves the breadsticks that come in the bread basket... my husband and I love bringing our child as she loves the veggies in...
lilaguide.com - user review - 02/08/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I have been eating here since I was a child. While my fellow reviewer mocks the...aged wait-staff, I love that the same guys have been working the floor there since I was 10. I ate from the regional...
yelp.com - user review - 11/14/2006
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Yummy Sunday brunch without the usual Mill Valley wait! Try their polenta dishes and never mind that the wait staff is approaching 90. Also, ask them for a hard boiled egg. I guarantee their response...
yelp.com - user review - 11/06/2006
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Had dinner with the wife and kids - everyone was happy and satisfied. Conveniently located right next to the Bay Club. Good atmosphere with a healthy twist on Italian. Wonerful desserts (Tiramisu) and fresh...
citysearch.com - user review - 10/09/2006
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3.0 of 5 stars.
There's always something to like about Il Fornaio.It was a cool night .. on this occasion.And as usual Il Fornaio offered another regional menu.. this time from Lombardia. I had the Cansonzei alla...
yelp.com - user review - 12/13/2005
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3.0 of 5 stars.
This is one of the higher end suburban designer chain restaurants, certainly a couple notches above Olive Garden. It has a pleasantly understated interior decor, with a patio for outdoor seating...
yelp.com - user review - 11/24/2005
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4.0 of 5 stars.
With summer rapidly approaching some of you might be in search of a nice, cool place to enjoy icey bellinis and crisp salads. This place is a good bet. The waitstaff are friendly and attentive and the...
yelp.com - user review - 06/13/2005
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Spacious rest. Food consistently good
lilaguide.com - user review - 05/17/2005
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My husband and I love bringing our baby girl here. We order the delicious minestrone, and she eats the veggies and chews on one of their plain breadsticks while we get to eat delicious "grown up" food. There...
lilaguide.com - user review - 03/25/2005
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il fornaio means "the baker" in italian. this award-winning restaurant offers an authentic and unique italian dining experience...
opentable.com - user review
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just about everyone seems to love this sunny trattoria that brought rustic italian breads to california so many years ago. plump chickens turn on the rotisserie, and fresh bread is baked in the back twice a...
gayot.com - user review
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the hostess or owner (not sure which) at the front is not nice -...
dine.com - user review
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the decor is a hit, the service fails and the foods falls in the middle. try rotisserie chicken...
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