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Il Fornetto

Lachine
4.6$$
CLOSEDOpens Today at 11:30 am
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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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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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Very hot inside no air conditioning. Cesar salad is really bad ... service slow & waiters sweaty...it was one of the worse experiences in a restaurant! I was really anxious to get out !

Aug 28, 2024
on Google

Exceptional service from Tommy, we will come back just for him. Attentive & friendly. He made our first visit an experience. Venue is wonderful. A gem!

Aug 27, 2024
on Google

Excellent !!!!

Aug 26, 2024
on Google

La nourriture est vraiment délicieuse. C'est sans aucun doute un restaurant a revisité.

Aug 25, 2024
on Google

Unfortunately it has changed. Use to be good food. They lost a client who went there for years. The veal was hard like plastic the pasta had no taste . Service was so so. Too bad. Who can afford to lose clients these day at $150 for 2 people with 0 drinks . Not a good move. I complained they said sorry. lol. So never again. 0 buisness knowledge big 0

Aug 23, 2024
on Google

Great experience !! service & food were fantastic...we have never been disappointed when visiting ! Pizzas are awesome , risotto delicious,pastas amazing & their tiramisu is a must !!

Aug 23, 2024
on Google

Jamais déçu On se croirait en italie

Aug 19, 2024
on Google

Food ok. Nothing extraordinary. Prices are somewhat expensive. The customer service did not like it very much. You can have a table for certain amount of time, like 2 hrs. (We wanted to stay longer & order) more. After that they give you the TKT & bye bye

Aug 19, 2024
on Google

Lovely evening, service was superb, as was the food...proof is we keep returning....a little costly though for two plates of spaghetti..one glass of wine a a soft drink. Including tip, $90.00 that's a bit much. Don't you think?

Aug 18, 2024
on Google
5.0

Amazing Food

Aug 17, 2024
on Google

I do not review restaurants often but after our 4th visit here, it is worth saying that we were never dissapointed with the quality of the food & the staff is super friendly. Everyone greets you with a smile. We will be coming back.

Aug 16, 2024
on Google

Best Italian food in the region. Staff is super friendly & service is spectacular.

Aug 13, 2024
on Google

Beau resto, bonne nourriture, & excellent service

Aug 12, 2024
on Google

Excellents plats authentiques

Aug 12, 2024
on Google

Another great meal at Il Fornetto. Been coming here for years, not only for the food but the ambiance inside & out, with a great view of the Lachine canal. The staff are super friendly & always welcoming. Shared a large Caesar salad which was perfect for 2 people as a starter. Then enjoyed the Lasagna which is always consistent & tasty, & had the Rucola pizza which was absolutely delicious. All their pizzas are fantastic, you can't go wrong with any of them, & so many to choose from! In addition also had a Table d'hôte of Braised Short Rib with some spaghetti. The meat was so tender & succulent. This included a mista salad or minestrone soup. Sadly no room for dessert on this visit, but their tiramisu & crème brûlée are worth the extra indulgence.

Aug 11, 2024
on Google

Great food & drinks! I got a blue Hawaiian, ravioli with rosé sauce, & a key lime pie. Everything was delicious & our waiter was awesome & had a great sense of humor!

Aug 5, 2024
on Google

Tres belle place pour une pizza en terrasse, La pizza est bonne & le service est de bonne qualité.

Aug 4, 2024
on Google

Most pleasant place

Aug 4, 2024
on Google
5.0

Il fornetto is my go-to for Italian food in Montreal. With a beautiful view over the Lachine canal, wood stove pizza cooked in house infront of you with scrumptious pasta dishes & imported desserts. Do not skip this place!

Aug 3, 2024
on Google
5.0

Il Fornetto, it is the best for authentic Italian cuisine!!! High quality food, friendly staff, excellent service, nothing to complain about. Kudos to the manager!!!

Aug 1, 2024
on Google