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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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1 Review
4.0

Excellent service, bonne bouffe italienne

Jun 3, 2023
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5.0

Everything was delicious. It had been many years since I had been to Il Fornetto. It did not disappoint,

May 30, 2023
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5.0

Très bonne cuisine & service impeccable

May 29, 2023
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5.0

Delicioso!! Un vrai régal d'une authentique cuisine italienne, comparable à l'expérience en Italie même! Service impeccable!

May 29, 2023
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5.0

service impeccable
Nourriture excellente
Déjà hâte d'y retourne

May 29, 2023
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5.0

Mike & the rest of his colleagues were great as usual. His partner & I'm sorry, I forgot his name, was attentive at filling-up my son's glass of water multiple times. The food always to our liking as always. We're always treated well. The wine coupled well with our Lobster Fazzoletto & Linguini sun-dried tomatoes with Portobello Mushrooms. See you soon. Rosella

May 26, 2023
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5.0

I love this restaurant, excellent service with quality food !

May 26, 2023
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4.5

Morgane offered a wonderful service !

May 26, 2023
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5.0

Belle ambiance, excellent service & les plats sont déliceux. Nous y retournerons certainement !

May 21, 2023
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4.5

I really like this restaurant & have done so for years.

May 21, 2023
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1 Review
5.0

Restaurant bruillant pour dîner & amoureux c'est pas terrible.

Beau restaurant , cuisine excellente service parfait .

Je recommande vivement

May 20, 2023
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5.0

Excellent experience. Staff vere friendly & professional, service was brisk. We had the Arugula & parmesan salad shared, it was fresh, tasty & lots for the two of us. I had the tortellini, my brother had the canneloni; both were good & came in generous servings.

May 16, 2023
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5.0

Excellent food. Good service. Reasonably priced.

May 13, 2023
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2.0

I have been going to the Il Fornetto since 1999, but last night the food was not as expected, we were a group of 6, & no one was satisfied, not taste at all. The parking problem is a turn-off to go back again.

May 13, 2023
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5.0

tout est au top chez Fornetto : l'accueil, le service, la cuisine & la vue.

May 10, 2023
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4.0

It was excellent 30 years ago...& it still is. As good as ever. Excellent pizza, attentive, friendly service. A neighbourhood go-to spot!

May 9, 2023
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5.0

Perfect experience:
Service is amazing, Mike is awesome.
The food is excellent.
The vibe in the restaurant even on a Monday night is vibrant you just want to sit there for hours (& we did).
Could not have asked for a better birthday evening for my husband. Thank you!!

May 9, 2023
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5.0

Great food! Had an excellent server. I think her name is Morgane! Thank you.

May 7, 2023
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4.0

Very good food, fast service, but EXTREMELY noisy

May 3, 2023
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5.0

Always enjoy this restaurant - excellent service & great food at reasonable prices.

May 2, 2023