Al Forno Caffe - Costa Mesa

This restaurant may seem a bit out of place in a strip mall, but it is definitely worth a visit. The food is fantastic, the service is excellent, and the staff are wonderful. It's also very kid-friendly, as the staff are incredibly friendly and approachable. I dined in for dinner, and the price per person ranges from $30 to $50. I would rate the food a perfect 5, the service a 5, and the atmosphere also a 5. I highly recommend trying the Tiramisu and the Veal Cutlet Parmigiana with Spaghetti.

I can't believe all these 5-star reviews are genuine. My fettuccine Alfredo (just the pasta) cost $16, and adding four small pieces of chicken was an extra $6. I regretted my decision to eat here the whole time. I should have walked out when they brought me water with a fly in it—twice! I would have been better off going to Olive Garden. The pasta was not good at all, and I couldn't even finish half of it. Food: 1 star.

Great authentic Italian food and very nice service. Portions were European sized (definitely a plus) and tasted very good. We had the Linguini Vongole as well as the Al Forno. The restaurant wasn’t busy which we quite enjoyed. Decor and atmosphere are alright. Would definitely recommend for the food and we’re likely to come back when in the area again! Service: Dine in

The restaurant is extremely comfortable, and the food is absolutely delicious. I would rate it 5 for food, 5 for service, and 5 for atmosphere.

The atmosphere has a moody, dark interior with Italian music playing softly in the background. My parents really enjoyed it and kept complimenting the ambiance. The service was good and friendly as well!