Il Fornaio owns and operates 19 full-service Italian restaurants in California and Nevada that serve creatively prepared, premium-quality Italian cuisine. Established in 1972 in Italy as a baking school, Il Fornaio is renowned for its adherence to Italian cooking tradition and techniques. Il Fornaio has been certified Authentic Italian and awarded the "Marchio Ospitalita" by the Italian government, confirming that Il Fornaio is the best authentic Italian dining experience outside of Italy!