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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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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

Excellent, comme d'habitude.

Jan 9, 2024
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5.0

It's was delicious & fun!

Jan 9, 2024
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4.0

Overall great ! But only one server for all the tables wasn't enough ! Took too long to be able to order food & other drinks ! Food was served fast after order !

Jan 9, 2024
3.0

Very good food . Especially the filet mignon. Service if ur not Italian or white good luck

Jan 8, 2024
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5.0

Tout a été parfait ! Nous vous remercions infiniment de votre grande collaboration au succès de cette soirée !

Jan 4, 2024
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5.0

Exceptional Service, Great Food, we had a Fantastic evening, the ambiance was festive yet allowed us to have an intimate dinner with friends!

Jan 2, 2024
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5.0

Been going to il fornetto since it opened.
Delicious as usual from appetizers to main courses. Waiter was wonderful & a delight.

Jan 1, 2024
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5.0

We celebrated our 43rd wedding anniversary with our son & granddaughter.What an awesome experience, Micheal our waiter made the evening with his humour wit & memorizing all the orders without a flaw. Great pizza the meals were delicious. Our son suggested your restaurant what a hit. We will be back before 43 years. Thanks to all your great staff Happy New Year Jean & Donna

Jan 1, 2024
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5.0

Everything was perfect! The filet mignon was out of this world! The best we've ever had!! The whole meal was a great experience & service was excellent!

Dec 31, 2023
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4.0

All great.... although very efficient & polite, it could be with a bit more of a smile

Dec 29, 2023

Picked this place by chance on a Montreal layover & we were so pleased! Right on the river, great view! Friendly staff & excellent service. Many choices looked good, we had the pizza affumicata with smoked salmon. It was excellent! Highly recommend!

Dec 28, 2023
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4.5

Going there for years! Wonderful place & great staff!

Dec 22, 2023
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5.0

We have been celebrating my mother's birthday at your restaurant for the last 20 years .
Never disappointed, Karine our waitress was outstanding .
We love it .

Dec 20, 2023
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3.5

Escalope de veau trop cuite. Pour le reste c'était OK

Dec 20, 2023
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5.0

Consistent high quality across the board.

Dec 20, 2023
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5.0

Il Fornetto is our go-to favourite restaurant for special occasions & to make any occasion special. Love it always!

Dec 18, 2023
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4.0

Great taste but smaller size portion

Dec 17, 2023

Food & service was exceptional.

Dec 15, 2023
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5.0

Un peu notre faute car un souper en tête à tête avec les partys de Noel : pas compatibles!! Service rapide & courtois, excellentes pizzas. Crème brûlée : portion généreuse!

Dec 15, 2023
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5.0

Expérience plus que satisfaisante seulement comme c'est le temps des Fêtes plusieurs groupes était aussi au 2e étage & c'était très bruyant, j'aurais préféré avoir été placé au rez de chaussée.

Dec 15, 2023