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Foretti's in Corona Del Mar with patio seating - Foretti's, Corona Del Mar, CA

Foretti's

4.7 (2235)
$30 and under
Italian
2929 East Coast Hwy, Corona Del Mar, CA 92625

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Foretti's

4.7
$30 and under
Italian
Corona del Mar

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 33 times today

About this restaurant

  • Neighborhood gem
  • Charming
  • Good for special occasions
Foretti’s CDM established itself as a highlight of the Newport Beach dining scene when it opened in 2013. Operating under the new ownership of longtime Restaurateur and Level 1 Sommelier Thaddeus Foret, we continue to prepare our signature recipes, created by the restaurant’s namesake chef and his culinary team—many of whom remain in our kitchen today.

Foretti’s is a celebration of Italian traditions, specializing in authentic Associazione Verace Pizza Napoletana-certified wood-fired pizzas baked in a 900 degree oven with the same techniques and ingredients used in Naples, Italy.

We also feature house made pastas and favorite dishes from across Italy, expertly paired with craft cocktails and a curated selection of Italian and California Wines; several from Orange County wine owners.

Thad Foret brings more than 30 years of experience in hospitality to Corona del Mar, and has been a standard bearer for restaurant operations in the region.

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Italian
  • Hours of operation
    Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 4:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–9:30 pm
  • Phone number
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive chef
    Miguel Medina
  • Neighborhood
    Corona del Mar
  • Parking details
    Parking as well on PCH there are no meters parking is free
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cafe, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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Reviews

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4.7

4.7
(2235)
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.5Ambience
  • 4.5Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

  • South Orange County

    Italian

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Foretti's delights with its "amazing" Italian cuisine, warm atmosphere, and attentive service. Known for "THE best lasagne in the world" and "amazing" pasta dishes, it offers a varied menu with standout items like the "50/50 pasta dish." Guests praise its "fantastic" service and relaxed dining experience, making it a local favorite.
2,235 Reviews
  1. Cheryl Gold

    Orange County122 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 4
    My first time! I know the owner from my old gym- he is a hard worker and a great guy. He always supports Corona del Mar at all the city events, so I feel great about supporting his restaurant ! The Salmon was DELICIOUS! The roasted cauliflower- amazing. I will definitely go back! It's my new favorite!

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  2. James

    Portland9 reviews

    4.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    Reserved a table for two outside. The restaurant is close to the road and noisy from traffic and closeness in seats. The food was delicious and served very quickly with a very friendly serving staff. We shared both a salad and entree which was enough for both of us. Kudos to manager who, when we pointed out that our dessert was not added to the bill he responded with “hope you enjoy it complimentary”. Thanks for a great evening!

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  3. Brent Gold

    Kansas City8 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on October 30, 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    THE best lasagne in the world! They use their super tasty meatballs and that gives it a great flavor. It’s served in a cast iron bowl, so it stays warm. Great menu, full of great dishes. Our waitress was the best of the best too!

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  4. Kathy Gold

    New York City32 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on October 27, 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We are here on vacation and the concierge at the hotel recommended this restaurant! It was amazing and very reasonable! If i lived here i would be a regular!!

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  5. Mark Gold

    Orange County10 reviews

    2.0

    Dined on October 26, 2026

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 2
    We've eaten at Foretti's for years and always enjoyed it. But relative to other Italian restaurants in the Newport Area, we've become disappointed in the price/quality ratio of the food. Still a nice place, but there's better value overall to be had.
    Foretti'sResponded on October 26, 2026
    Mark, First, Thank you for taking the time to share your thoughts regarding Forettis. My best customers are the one’s who let me know when we are slipping. I would appreciate if you have some time that we can talk about price/quality ratio. My cell is 714 749 3566 if you could text me a good time to discuss with you I would be greatly. My mornings are busy with doctors, and therapy M-F 7am-11 due to 3 surgery’s on my leg. If afternoons work for you let me know . Second, Thank you for the support. Look forward to your reply. Best Thad Foret

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  6. Madison Gold

    Columbus1 review

    5.0

    Dined on October 25, 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Favorite Italian restaurant by far!! Pasta is delicious

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  7. Steve Gold

    Los Angeles11 reviews

    3.0

    Dined on October 22, 2026

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 3
    Fun place with a lot of local history. However, the Insalata di Mare lacked flavor. The 50/50 Bolognese had good flavor but had been sitting under a lamp a while before being served. The complimentary bread with olive oil, garlic, spinach, parmegian was excellent.
    Foretti'sResponded on October 23, 2026
    Steve, First, my apologize on the Insalata Di Mare I just reviewed this with the Chef a couple weeks ago and I’m grinding my teeth as I typed this. We will get this correct. On the 50-50 I won’t dispute that it was sitting there however we don’t have heat lamps. So I owe you for that one as well. I noticed you’ve been to the Restaurant before and I greatly appreciate your support, along with your constructive criticism. It means a lot it helps us grow. My cell is 714-749-3566. I’m happy to send you a gift card to take care of those items or the next time you make a reservation. I have left a message for my staff. Should I not be there on what they need to do for you, appreciate your time. Some of my best customers are the ones that tell me when we’re slipping Best Thad Foret

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  8. Pat

    Orange County14 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on October 18, 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great dinner and experience in the center of CDM.

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  9. Cody Gold

    Austin2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on October 17, 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    First time and will be sure to visit again. Chill vibe, nice and hard working staff. Food was delicious.

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  10. Michael Gold

    Philadelphia68 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on October 16, 2026

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    We ordered the Chicken Marsala and the sauce was delicious. However, the chicken tasted like it had been cooked earlier and kept warm - it was very tough, almost inedible. Would not recommend this dish. This was our first time dining at Foretti's and it had been highly recommended by friends. They weren't happy with the Chicken Marsala either.

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Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Italian
  • Hours of operation
    Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 4:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–9:30 pm
  • Phone number
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive chef
    Miguel Medina
  • Neighborhood
    Corona del Mar
  • Parking details
    Parking as well on PCH there are no meters parking is free
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cafe, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

FAQs

Foretti’s fills up for dinner, especially on Friday and Saturday evenings when guests describe it as lively and “super busy”; early dinners are often easier to get seated.

Portions at Foretti's are generous, several guests note they had leftovers to take home and left comfortably full.

For a lively night out, choose Friday, guests describe Foretti's as fun and lively on Friday nights.

Yes, Foretti’s offers outdoor seating, including a patio and an enclosed tent area that guests report enjoying for dinner.

Yes, Foretti’s is family‑friendly: guests report dining with children, kids enjoying dishes like spaghetti and meatballs, and families celebrating birthdays together.

Yes, Foretti's is well suited to a special evening, with a warm, elegant atmosphere, a curated wine selection, and several guests reporting anniversary and celebratory visits.

Foretti’s feels like a warm, neighborhood Italian spot, an open kitchen and 900-degree wood-fired pizza oven, cozy candlelit tables, and a convivial, often lively dining room.

For a lively night out, Foretti’s is especially fun on Friday evenings; Saturdays also get very busy, while an earlier dinner can make it easier to get seated.

Casual dress is the guide, comfortable, informal clothing is appropriate and nothing formal is required.

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Foretti's

4.7
$30 and under
Italian
Corona del Mar

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 33 times today
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