Il Fornetto
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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.
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, InteracMore details
-Reception service offered on demand.
85 seats.
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Dec 6, 2025 to Mar 29, 2026
Reviews for Il Fornetto
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Stéphane
L'endroit est agréable.
Nous avons bien dîner, merci à la patronne pour sa gentillesse
Sandra
I hadn't been to Il Fotnetto in years due to a bad experience.
My faith was restored yesterday! Excellence meal & fantastic service. Couldn't have asked for more. We'll worth it wonderful experience
Claudia
The service was ok & the food was ok. Nothing more, nothing less.
E
Good food priced accordingly. They didn't allow to change noodle type which makes you wonder if the whole dish is precooked? Although service was very good, you do feel very rushed to order, eat & leave. I understand it's a busy restaurant, however I don't think it's fair to be rushed when you haven't even went over your time.
Lamia
I go there mostly for the view, it's next to the water & just simply beautiful.
Yes the food is very good. They serve fresh pizza which is awesome . Food is quality & affordable so I think it's a package deal !!
Pascale
Tout était excellent, mais j ai trouvé ça un peu bruyant il y avait sûrement une fête ...mais seul petit bémol, bravo à toute l équipe.
Jeff-Andy
The experience was amazing, largely thanks to Mike, our fantastic server. We'll definitely be returning!
Alejandro
Por supuesto, aquí tienes la versión en francés del review:
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Une expérience spectaculaire du début à la fin.
Il Fornetto nous a agréablement surpris avec une combinaison parfaite de saveurs, d'ambiance & de service. Nous avons commandé des scaloppini, des cannelloni, une pizza Américaine & des pâtes puttanesca - chaque plat était parfaitement préparé, savoureux & présenté avec soin.
Le service était impeccable. Le personnel était chaleureux, attentionné & a su interagir naturellement en français, anglais & même en espagnol, ce qui a rendu l'expérience encore plus conviviale & personnalisée.
L'ambiance du restaurant est à la fois élégante & détendue, avec une magnifique vue sur le canal si vous choisissez la terrasse. Parfait pour un dîner en couple ou une sortie entre amis ou en famille.
Un véritable coup de coeur pour ceux qui recherchent une cuisine italienne authentique à Lachine.
Nous reviendrons sans hésiter!
Phil
Been here several times over the years & always good. It still was this time but quality just seemed lower this time for all 4 of us. Good but not great & yet still cost several hundred dollars. Sticking to the pizza next time.
Luc
Excellentes pizzas au four à bois, beau menu. Resto typique italien.
KMelanie
The food was ok! They carbonara was not good at all though, none of us liked it. It had an odd taste. Everything else was alright. The service was also alright. It was not bad by any means but it also wasn't great.
Claudine
Très bonne nourriture & service, toutefois assez bruyant au 2e étage, parfois difficile de s'entendre parler.
Jessica
Amazing food & wine. Very good about safety.
Recommend to make a reservation
Update since going post-covid: still delicious, great service, suoer busy so clearly has a great reputation. all the veal dishes re amazing.
Amanda
We were very disappointed with our last visit. The food is mediocre at best & overpriced for what it is. Service was lacking. We sat for a long time before anyone came to take our drink orders, & it felt like we were inconveniencing the waiter by being there. The drinks we ordered were not made correctly. I ordered a Hugo spritz & it tasted like watered down saint germain, without mint. Not sure what their recipe is for it but it is definitely not the standard. Only reason this gets two stars is the location, beautiful patio nearby the canal.