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Brand New Patio, Now Open! - IL FORNELLO, St. Catharines, ON

IL FORNELLO

4.4 (448)
CAN$31 to CAN$50
Italian
300c Fourth Ave, St. Catharines, ON L2S 0E6

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 8 times today

About this restaurant

  • Neighborhood gem
  • Good for special occasions
  • Vegan-friendly
Toronto’s beloved IL FORNELLO has arrived in St. Catharines, bringing with it our famous Neapolitan-style pizzas, pastas, and entrées, along with the most extensive vegan and gluten-free options in town.

Our space is perfect for dining, private parties, corporate events, or special gatherings. During the warmer months, relax on our spacious patio. Prefer to dine at home? Order online for pickup or delivery through our exclusive partner, UberEats, and enjoy IL FORNELLO wherever you are.

Proud recipients of the OpenTable Diners’ Choice Award in both 2023 and 2024, we are committed to delivering exceptional food and service.

We look forward to welcoming you to IL FORNELLO St. Catharines!

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    CAN$31 to CAN$50
  • Cuisines
    Italian, Vegetarian / Vegan, Pizza Bar
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Thu, Sun 11:30 am–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 11:30 am–10:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (905) 684-5000
  • Website
    https://ilfornello.com/st-catharines/
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Private party facilities
    Host your next private event with us - seating available for up to 120 persons and group and holiday dining pricing available.
  • Location
    300c Fourth Ave, St. Catharines, ON L2S 0E6
  • Neighborhood
    St. Catharines
  • Cross street
    First and Fourth Ave
  • Parking details
    Public Lot
  • Public transit
    First St Louth & Fourth Ave stop on St. Catharines 401 Bus (Lakeshore Rd & Lakeport Rd)
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cafe, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Delivery, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Vegan, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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Offers

  • $15 Pizza / Pasta (Tuesdays Only)

    Multiple dates available
    Tue - 5:00 PM - 9:00 PM
    Select Pizza and Pastas are only $15 all day on Tuesday for dine in! Pizzas: Cheese // Margherita // Vegetarian // Diavola // Pepperoni // Vegan Margherita Pastas: Penne alla Vodka // Fettuccine Alfredo // Spicy Casareccia // Vegan Spicy Casareccia // Vegan Spaghetti Pomodoro

    $15 Pizza / Pasta (Tuesdays Only) Photo

  • Half Priced Apps / Drink Specials 2-5pm Every Day!

    Multiple dates available
    Thu - Sat - 2:00 PM - 5:00 PM
    We have discounted appetizers and drink specials every day including cocktails and beer. Join us between 2-5p.m. to enjoy!

    Half Priced Apps / Drink Specials 2-5pm Every Day! Photo

  • $30 Wine Wednesday!

    Multiple dates available
    Wed - 5:00 PM - 9:00 PM
    Cheers to enjoying a bottle with your friends. We have three whites and three reds on special for $30!

Menu

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What 448 people are saying

IL FORNELLO reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.4
4.4 based on recent ratings
  • 4.4Food
  • 4.4Service
  • 4.1Ambience
  • 4.1Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

  • Niagara

    Healthy

  • Niagara

    Vegetarian-friendly

  • Niagara

    Lively

  • Niagara

    Italian

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
IL FORNELLO offers "great fresh and delicious Italian cuisine" with standout dishes like gnocchi and fig and prosciutto pizza. Service is often praised for being "attentive and efficient," particularly by staff member Dan. The restaurant provides vegan and gluten-free options, but some guests feel the ambiance is "a bit plain."
448 Reviews

  1. Ami VIP

    Toronto / Ontario7 reviews

    3.0

    Dined on June 1, 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 2
    The place was dead only 2 tables and our food took 40 mins a bit ridiculous and then one of the meals was cold. Anyways the food was yummy!

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  2. Varun

    Toronto / Ontario1 review

    5.0

    Dined on May 31, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    great food . great quality . good peppercorn sauce with the steak . pizza’s are the best ones and good value for money

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  3. Bonnie

    Toronto / Ontario3 reviews

    2.0

    Dined on May 26, 2025

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 1
    Item price was high based on the low quality of the food. The atmosphere was cafeteria-like. It was a disappointment compared to the IL Fornello in Oakville.

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  4. John

    Toronto / Ontario1 review

    3.0

    Dined on May 25, 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 4
    I booked this reservation for my wife's birthday. In the reservation, there is a space to enter info aboit a special occasion. I wrote birthday, but the server made no mention of it. For a place that is deemed to be italian, and for the cost of the meal ($27) I found it odd that there were no sides (salad) or bread to start. Though the food was OK (my shrimp scampi noodles and my daughter's penne were cooked al dente and the taste was fine, it left me wanting more. I shouldn't leave a restaurant feeling hungry. Also the kids meal at $15 was overpriced. I have been to places where the same meal is less than $10 or even free. The service was OK, but average in terms of attentiveness especially since the place was less than a quarter full. No top up of water. We won't return.

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  5. GAVISH

    Toronto / Ontario5 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 18, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    It’s a good place to visit when doing winery hoping or visiting Niagara

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  6. Christine VIP

    Toronto / Ontario17 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 13, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    Great fresh and delicious Italian cuisine. Dan was attentive and so patient with my little grandchildren re their personalized selections. We all had a great meal and will definitely be back again. The gnocchi was delicate and the fig and prosciutto pizza was fabulous.

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  7. Emily

    Toronto / Ontario2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 11, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Amazing as always, great Mother’s Day with the best food!

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  8. adrianna

    Toronto / Ontario1 review

    5.0

    Dined on May 7, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Had an amazing lunch. The server was so attentive and efficient. Portions quite filling. Looking forward to going again.

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  9. Linda

    Toronto / Ontario1 review

    5.0

    Dined on April 22, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great Tuesday pizza/ pasta special . Comfortable. Delicious. Great service. Friendly attentive staff.

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  10. Aurora VIP

    Toronto / Ontario8 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 11, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Our server was lovely we were the only table for lunch. She checked on us enough to ensure we were taken care of but not too much that we felt that we were the only table.

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FAQs

IL FORNELLO does offer delivery in partnership with Skip The Dishes and Uber Eats. IL FORNELLO also offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (905) 684-5000.

IL FORNELLO is rated 4.4 stars by 448 OpenTable diners.

IL FORNELLO does offer gift cards which you can purchase here.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 8 times today
Google Map for IL FORNELLO

300c Fourth Ave, St. Catharines, ON L2S 0E6

Additional information

  • Cross street
    First and Fourth Ave
  • Neighborhood
    St. Catharines
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Thu, Sun 11:30 am–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 11:30 am–10:00 pm
  • Price
    CAN$31 to CAN$50
  • Cuisines
    Italian, Vegetarian / Vegan, Pizza Bar
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Public Lot
  • Public transit
    First St Louth & Fourth Ave stop on St. Catharines 401 Bus (Lakeshore Rd & Lakeport Rd)
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cafe, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Delivery, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Vegan, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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