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Il Fornetto

Lachine
4.6$$
CLOSEDOpens Today at 11:30 amValentine's Day: hours might differ
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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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on Google4.3 (2000+)
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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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Service & bouffe excellent

Jul 28, 2025
on Google

Great food. Cannot go wrong with pizza in a fire wood burning oven. Delicious & light to digest. Appetizers were spot on too.

Jul 27, 2025
on Google

Always one of my favourite go to places. Never disappoints.

Jul 26, 2025
on Google

Lovely view & excellent service. Had a great time. Pizza & salad were delicious, the bread was cold & hard, I think they could have done better. Overall it was great & I shouldn't be having carbs anyways ☺? We will be back!

Jul 25, 2025
on Google

Food is so good but environment is very noisy.

Jul 24, 2025
on Google
5.0

Encore & toujours un 🤩 plaisir!!!

Jul 19, 2025
on Google

L'endroit est agréable.
Nous avons bien dîner, merci à la patronne pour sa gentillesse

Jul 19, 2025
on Google

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

Jul 17, 2025
on Google
5.0

Toujours très bon. Service sympathique & attentionné.

Jul 16, 2025
on Google
5.0

Excellent!

Jul 16, 2025
on Google

The service was ok & the food was ok. Nothing more, nothing less.

Jul 13, 2025
on Google
3.0

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.

Jul 12, 2025
on Google

A bit noisy upstairs, but a lovely evening with great food

Jul 12, 2025
on Google

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 !!

Jul 12, 2025
on Google

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.

Jul 11, 2025
on Google

The experience was amazing, largely thanks to Mike, our fantastic server. We'll definitely be returning!

Jul 11, 2025
on Google

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!

Jul 3, 2025
on Google
3.0

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.

Jul 2, 2025
on Google
4.0

Excellentes pizzas au four à bois, beau menu. Resto typique italien.

Jul 1, 2025
on Google

Good food, glorious atmosphere

Jun 30, 2025
on Google