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Il Fornetto

Lachine
4.6$$
OPEN11:30 am - 10:30 pm
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Valentine's Day: hours might differ
ItalianPizzaGreat selection of wines

About us

Located in an enchanting setting on the shores of the Lachine Canal, Il Fornetto is a perfect place to offer oneself a moment of relaxation and change of scenery without having to leave the city. Inside, the rustic-inspired though modern décor is particularly pleasant. Yet it is above all for its superb, double-level terrace looking out directly over the canal that people love this place. Open from early in spring until late in autumn, the terrace welcomes you to come and enjoy beautiful the sunsets.

Il Fornetto’s menu takes on the appearance of an encyclopaedia of Italian cuisine. The selection is impressive and includes all of the staples: pastas available as a full dish or half portion, which is great for an entrée, various antipasti and veal and the most important staple of them all, pizza baked in a real wood-burning oven. Here, it is particularly delicious, crispy and topped with the freshest ingredients. Not surprisingly, this restaurant – open since 1987 – shows no sign of slowing down.

Our Specialties

Pasta, Wood burning oven Pizza

Amenities, services & more

Capacity: 130 We accept:  Master Card, Visa, AMEX, Interac

More details

-Reception service offered on demand.
85 seats.
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Reviews for Il Fornetto

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on Google4.4 (2000+)
*as of 2026-02-14
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Review Summary

Il Fornetto offers a warm, welcoming atmosphere with a beautiful canal view, where guests repeatedly praise the wood-fired pizza, a wide Italian menu including pasta, seafood and veal, and a strong selection of wines. The service is consistently friendly, attentive and efficient, with many reviews noting helpful staff, quick seating, and a lovely terrace that enhances the experience, especially for special occasions. The food is described as flavorful, well presented, and satisfying, with standout dishes such as pasta puttanesca, cannelloni, veal piccata, and tiramisu, and the pizza praised for its thin, crisp crust from the wood oven. The setting is versatile for casual dinners, dates, or family gatherings, and guests often return because of reliability and value, even when on busy nights. Overall, Il Fornetto is a popular choice for a classic Italian dining experience on the lakefront, with many highlighting its consistency, atmosphere, and the culinary variety.
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5.0

Always consistent in everything! Cheers to team Fornetto!

Feb 9, 2026
on Google
5.0

Le staff a ete parfait & la bouff un vrai regal

Feb 8, 2026
on Google

Experience matters. They have been doing this since 1984. Food, service & atmosphere are truly all 5 stars!!!

Feb 7, 2026
on Google
5.0

One of my favourite restaurants. Food & service are always great!

Feb 7, 2026
on Google

Les assiettes sont copieuses mais pas particulièrement bonnes, ce n est pas mauvais mais ce n est pas un restaurant qu'on choisit pour l expérience culinaire, les pizzas sont à éviter. La pâte & sèche & la garniture insipide

Feb 5, 2026
on Google

The staff here are very attentive & helpful & pleasant. The food is excellent, & the atmosphere is lovely. The restaurant was full - but they layout is such that you feel very much in your own environment. There were vegan options for the vegan among us (me) - & for my mom's 90th birthday they gave her a tiramisu with a sparkler on the house. Highly recommend

Feb 4, 2026
on Google
4.0

Great night with a customer. Surprisingly busy for a Tuesday. Servers seemed seemed a little impatient but were clearly competent. We weren't in a rush, perhaps that is what they are used to. Otherwise a great atmosphere & great food.

Feb 4, 2026
on Google
5.0

This was our first time eating here. The food was phenomenal & the service was great!! I would highly recommend Il Fornetto!

Feb 2, 2026
on Google

Il Foonetto has been a'go to' favourite restaurant for my family for decades. We celebrate birthdays, anniversaraies, &'Hey - its Friday night!' We recently celebrates my one-year anniversary of my heart bypass surgery. The food was excellent & service warm, friendly & efficient. I guess that's why we keep going back.

Feb 1, 2026
on Google

J'ai été pour un dîner spécial & on a été au 2e étage, vraiment très beau & le service était bien. Belle vue sur l'eau de l'endroit où on était assis & l'espace est très bien entretenu.

Feb 1, 2026
on Google
4.0

Expérience très agréable.

Jan 31, 2026
on Google
5.0

Awesome as usual. Merci.

Jan 27, 2026
on Google
5.0

Great Italian restaurant in Lachine!

We had a great experience at Il Fornetto. Ordered the Calabrese pizza which is mozzarella cheese, spicy oil, Italian sausage. Fantastic pizza. Great char from the wood oven on the crispy crust. You see the oven in the restaurant & it smells incredible as soon as you walk in. The ingredients are all savory & taste fresh. The portion is perfect for one person. The price is fair.

The restaurant is pretty high end & the service was good. It has a very cozy vibe inside. We came on a Sunday night around 7pm with no reservation & waited around 10 minutes for a table.

Jan 26, 2026
on Google

Excellent repas, très bon service très courtois bonne ambiance.
Je recommande.

Jan 25, 2026
on Google

Recently enjoyed a lovely birthday dinner at this warm & inviting restaurant in Lachine. The ceasar salad was great & the lasagna was delicious & everyone else in our party enjoyed their meals as well. The service was outstanding. Looking forward to trying it during the summer months.

Jan 22, 2026
on Google
5.0

RISOTTO INCROYABLE. Service attentionné, sourire, patience au menu. Ambiance : calme & professionnelle. Pas bruyant. Réception impeccable. Vestiaire gratuit. Stationnement gratuit à proximité

Jan 17, 2026
on Google

Excellent wood?fired pizza. The crust comes out perfectly blistered, the ingredients are fresh. Friendly staff & great flavors. Highly recommend.

Jan 17, 2026
on Google

service impecable par 2 dame d experience qui n ont pas les 2 doigt dans le nez cuisine savoureuse

Jan 15, 2026
on Google

Great service & great food all-round. The pizza is excellent & the service is fast. We were there on NYE & we didn't wait for anything despite it being completely booked. My daughter is lactose intolerant so we bring our own cheese. NO PROBLEM. Amazing I wish all places could be as accommodating.

Jan 2, 2026
on Google

Now use a special gas oven but still delicious pizza
A little noisy.

Jan 1, 2026
on Google