La Forchetta

Name: La Forchetta
Address: 613 College Street, Toronto, ON, Canada, M6G 1B5
Telephone: (416) 534-3100
Price range: CAN$30 and under
Rating: 4.2

4.2 (394)

CAN$30 and under

Italian

613 College Street, Toronto, ON M6G 1B5

About this restaurant

Romantic
Neighborhood gem
Innovative

La Forchetta Restaurant is located in the very heart of Little Italy district of Downtown Toronto. The restaurant offers variety of classic northern Italian dishes such as risottos and fine meat and game, while listing some great home made pasta choices from the southern fare. For five years in a raw, La Forchetta has won the prestigious "Best of Award of Excellence" from the Wine Spectator. The wine list offers over 650 wines by the bottle with a comprehensive wine by the glass and half bottle selections. We believe in bringing the best quality food ingredients on the market to the kitchen,and then transforming them with passion for cooking to meals evoking a memorable dining experience. The extensive wine list embraces and complements the diverse style of Italian dishes. Enjoy, and buon appetito!!!

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Dining style
Casual Elegant
Price
CAN$30 and under
Cuisines
Italian, Mediterranean
Hours of operation
Dinner: Sunday - Thursday: 5:00pm - 10:00pm, Friday & Saturday: 5:00pm - 12:00am
Phone number
(416) 534-3100
Website
http://www.laforchetta.ca/
Payment options
AMEX, Diners Club, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Smart Casual
Executive chef
Roman Kolev

Location
613 College Street, Toronto, ON M6G 1B5
Neighborhood
Little Italy / College St.
Parking details
Public Lot
Additional
BYO Liquor, Corkage Fee, Takeout, Wine

ZuppaCA$9.95
made fresh daily
La Forchetta's Sicillan RollsCA$8.95
stuffed with smoked mozzarella, roasted red peppers & fresh basil w/a chipotle-roma tomato dipping sauce
P.E.I. musselsCA$10.95
fresh scallions, roasted garlic and fresh pepperoncini w/ oregano infused olive oil, tomato and shrimp fume brodetto
Beef Tenderloin CarpiccioCA$16.95
parmigiano reggiano, arugula, lemon & estate bottled extra virgin olive oil
Pan Seared Sea ScallopsCA$15.95
w/ black olive mascarpone cream, lime-olive oil dressed watercress & reduced balsamic glaze
Grilled Jumbo CalamariCA$14.95
jumbo calamari, caper berries, grilled yellow and green zucchini & spicy chipotle-scallion mayo
Steamed Clam & Tiger ShrimpsCA$13.95
w/ white wine, fresh garlic, saffron & spicy pepperoncini oil
Goat's Cheese Filled Portobello CapCA$15.95
baked pistachio-crusted goat cheese served on a portobello mushroom cap w/ roasted red peppers, fresh tomato, smoked mozzarella melt & a chive oil drizzel
Arctic Muskox BresaolaCA$19.95
dry tenderloin of wild N.W. Territories muskox w/pan roasted radicchio, parmigiano reggiano shavings & a tuscan vincoto finish
Funghi Shiitake, Polenta Calda & Crema di BalsamicoCA$18.95
pan seared organic shiitake mushrooms, marinated artichoke hearts, warm corn meal cake, roasted fresh leeks & cream of balsamic drizzle
La forchetta Antipasto platter for $+2
Please ask your server for availability
- per personCA$11.95

Insalate / Salads

Red & Orange SaladCA$10.95
w/radicchio, fresh grape tomatoes, orange hearts & a balsamic blood orange dressing
Rockette Greens Baby ArugulaCA$11.95
Italian cannellini beans, shaved red onion & grated ricotta salata cheese w/ white and e.v.olive oil vinaigrette
Classic Caesar SaladCA$9.95
romaine hearts, herbed crostini, crispy prosciuttino, shaved grano padano, traditional homemade caesar dressing
Fior' di Latte Caprese SaladCA$10.95
fresh soft mozzarella cheese, vine-ripened tomatoes, house basil oil, aged balsamic

Primi / Pastas

Tagliatelle NapolCA$15.95
moroccan black olives, neapolitan cherry tomatoes, pepperoncini, fresh basil, garlic & extra virgin olive oil
Farfalle con PolloCA$17.95
smoked chicken, caramelized onions, black chickpeas, artichoke hearts, fresh scallions in a white wine & sun-dried tomato sugo
Homemade Four Cheese ManicottiCA$15.95
stuffed with ricotta, asiago & spinach w/house tomato sauce, smoked mozzarella melt, fresh basil & grated parmesan
Linguine w/ Sea Scallops, Black Tiger Shrimps & P.E.I. MusselsCA$22.95
seared fresh scallops, shrimps, mussels, white wine, garlic, fresh scallions, moroccan black olive & spicy light tomato sauce
Butternut Squash Agnolotti TorineseCA$16.95
parmigiano reggiano, crispy sage, brown butter
Homemade Sweet Potato GnocchiCA$18.95
baby spinach, gorgonzola dolce cream & toasted pecans
Orecchiette Con Salsiccia e FagioliCA$17.95
seared barese sausage, cannellini beans, red onion, rapini florets, pepperoncini, white wine & shaved parmigiano al aglio e olio
Homemade SpaghettiCA$17.95
seared shiitake & oyster mushrooms, fresh baby arugula, neapolitan cherry tomatoes, whole roasted garlic & extra virgin oil
Papperdelle w/ Seared Duck Breast & Shiitake MushroomCA$23.95
seared duck breast julienne, shiitake, roasted leek and porcini broth-bandy cream

Risottos-La Forchetta Originals

We serve the highest quality superfino Carnaroli rice, for the ultimate risotto texture worthy of its ingredients

P.E.I. Mussel, Clam & Shrimp RisottoCA$21.95
tiger shrimps, mussels, manila clams, fresh chives, caper berries, saffron & a house shrimp fume broth
Risotto FunghiCA$19.95
mixed forest mushrooms, shaved parmigiano reggiano, porcini broth, white truffle oil
Smoked Duck Breast RisottoCA$21.95
lean smoked duck breast, cherry tomatoes, grilled artichokes hearts asiago cheese & fresh baby arugula
Braised Lamb & Red Wine RisottoCA$21.95
barbera red wine, slow braised lamb shank meat, roasted leeks, parmiggiano reggiano & natural jus

Secondi / Mains

Meat / Crane

Roasted Chicken SupremeCA$19.95
natural jus & white wine herb reduction chef's daily starch and seasonal vegetable preparation
Rosemary Roasted Pork TenderloinCA$21.95
marsala (semi dolce), mascarpone & natural jus chef's daily starch seasonal vegetable preparation
Crispy Duck BreastCA$25.95
pomegranate, cointreau and natural jus roasted sweet potato mash & chef's daily seasonal vegetable preparation
Oven Roasted Australian rack of LambCA$34.95
(honey, raw sugar and pecan crust) organic shiitake mushroom mashed potatoes, baby rockett salad & a rosemary-thyme demi glace
Grilled Dry Aged Prime StriploinCA$35.95
charred corn-asiago soft polenta, grilled asparagus & a house chipotle BBQ sauce

Fish / Pesce

Seared Sea ScallopsCA$23.95
sweet potato mash, steamed bok choy and snow peas, spicy chive oil drizzle and cream of balsamic glaze
Grilled European Sea Bass FiletCA$23.95
w/a chipotle-scallion citrus sauce chef's daily starch and seasonal vegetable preparation
Cedar Plank Roasted Atlantic SalmonCA$21.95
du puy french lentils with baby spinach, neapolitan cherry tomatoes and honey-pommery mustard glaze
Zuppa di pesce a La ForchettaCA$28.95
large P.E.I. scallops & mussels, jumbo calamari, tiger shrimps, manila clams & daily fish special w/a spicy fresh oregano infused fish brodetto contorno (Chef's daily starch and seasonal vegetable preparation)

What 394 people are saying

La Forchetta reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

4.2

4.2 based on all time ratings

4.2Food
4.2Service
3.9Ambience
1.5Value

Noise • Moderate

394 Reviews

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Rajman VIP
Toronto / Ontario22 reviews
4.0
Dined on March 15, 2020
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
The app (meats and cheese) 12-13/pp large amount serves 2 was flavourful... I had the rack of lamb... it was ok.... wish it was seasoned more or have a mint chutney instead of what they provided...the smashed potato was sub par and the green beans were green beans... what else can I say about it... ambience was nice (some loud patrons sitting around... kinda made it deafening). Waiter was nice and friendly and the staff wished everyone well when we were leaving... so, overall I would say 4/5.... my meal was nothing to brag about...however, the others order the linguini seafood and the pasta (noci) and they enjoyed it.... I’d try it again but a different meal...
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MSingh
Atlantic Canada4 reviews
5.0
Dined on March 7, 2020
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
I find it very difficult to get good vegetarian fare. I’ve been to top restaurants that can’t seem to get it right. The mushroom ravioli here was spectacular and I didn’t pay an arm and a leg for it!
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DMarie VIP
New York City18 reviews
5.0
Dined on February 29, 2020
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
One of our favorite places to eat in Toronto. We have been several times. The food is fantastic! Mushroom risotto is my favorite dish there. The grilled calamari is so good.. the grill char tastes like a summer bbq even in the middle of winter. The service is very attentive and the waiters are so personable and nice to speak with. Will absolutely go again .. and even again and highly recommend La Forchetta!
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SMac VIP
New York City52 reviews
3.0
Dined on February 20, 2020
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 2
Restaurant was empty, dead quiet and it had no ambiance. food was good, nothing special
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John
New York City1 review
5.0
Dined on February 9, 2020
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great food and atmosphere, very attentive, non-rushed service. Quality all around. Would recommend.
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DrKevinM
Toronto / Ontario7 reviews
4.0
Dined on January 26, 2020
1. Overall 4
2. Food 3
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
Could have been a better assortment of appetizers. Mains were great. Dessert menu lacking a bit as well.
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AllisonS
Toronto / Ontario4 reviews
5.0
Dined on January 24, 2020
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Very good service. Food was incredible and wine pairing was perfect. Was fairly quiet for a Friday night, which was nice. Dessert was phenomenal as well
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Dave VIP
Calgary / Southern Alberta38 reviews
5.0
Dined on December 28, 2019
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Another great meal from Forchetta. Roman and his staff are first rate. Great wine selection and wonderful pasta.
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Thomas
Toronto / Ontario1 review
4.0
Dined on December 27, 2019
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
(It was boxing day and the place was almost empty.) I had the specials: the mushroom soup and the pickerel. The mushroom soup was quite disappointing: it was watery and oily - you could really see and taste the oil that they had added. The pickerel was quite good, and was cooked just right; it was all cooked with lots of added fat/oil; yes, that is common and it certainly makes the dish rich but it didn't need it and it seems like a bit of a crutch to me. The others were mostly positive about their meals, and when one of the party requested cheese on their seafood linguine (which was very good apparently) the waiter called them on it - noting that this was not right. We overruled the waiter but appreciated that he didn't hold back! However, we were quite struck by how much they lean towards sweet dishes. Looking thru the meat and fish dishes I found that most of the dishes - not just the pork & duck as in most restaurants - were sweet, eg. the lamb dish is encrusted with "Honey, raw sugar...". On the whole, we enjoyed our food but alas would not go back because so many of the meat & fish dishes were sweet we were left with little to choose from.
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DAVIDD
Toronto / Ontario1 review
4.0
Dined on December 21, 2019
1. Overall 4
2. Food 3
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 3
Would recommend the Gnocchi and Rosemary Bread for sure. The fish dish I ordered the Calamari was a touch overcooked. Server from Venezuela was extremely personable, knowledgeable and friendly.
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La Forchetta is rated 4.2 stars by 394 OpenTable diners.

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613 College Street, Toronto, ON M6G 1B5

Additional information

Neighborhood
Little Italy / College St.
Hours of operation
Dinner: Sunday - Thursday: 5:00pm - 10:00pm, Friday & Saturday: 5:00pm - 12:00am
Price
CAN$30 and under
Cuisines
Italian, Mediterranean
Dining style
Casual Elegant
Dress code
Smart Casual
Parking details
Public Lot
Payment options
AMEX, Diners Club, Mastercard, Visa
Executive chef
Roman Kolev
Additional
BYO Liquor, Corkage Fee, Takeout, Wine

Website
http://www.laforchetta.ca/
Phone number
(416) 534-3100

La Forchetta

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Antipasti / Appetizers

ZuppaCA$9.95

La Forchetta's Sicillan RollsCA$8.95

P.E.I. musselsCA$10.95

Beef Tenderloin CarpiccioCA$16.95

Pan Seared Sea ScallopsCA$15.95

Grilled Jumbo CalamariCA$14.95

Steamed Clam & Tiger ShrimpsCA$13.95

Goat's Cheese Filled Portobello CapCA$15.95

Arctic Muskox BresaolaCA$19.95

Funghi Shiitake, Polenta Calda & Crema di BalsamicoCA$18.95

La forchetta Antipasto platter for $+2

Insalate / Salads

Red & Orange SaladCA$10.95

Rockette Greens Baby ArugulaCA$11.95

Classic Caesar SaladCA$9.95

Fior' di Latte Caprese SaladCA$10.95

Primi / Pastas

Tagliatelle NapolCA$15.95

Farfalle con PolloCA$17.95

Homemade Four Cheese ManicottiCA$15.95

Linguine w/ Sea Scallops, Black Tiger Shrimps & P.E.I. MusselsCA$22.95

Butternut Squash Agnolotti TorineseCA$16.95

Homemade Sweet Potato GnocchiCA$18.95

Orecchiette Con Salsiccia e FagioliCA$17.95

Homemade SpaghettiCA$17.95

Papperdelle w/ Seared Duck Breast & Shiitake MushroomCA$23.95

Risottos-La Forchetta Originals

P.E.I. Mussel, Clam & Shrimp RisottoCA$21.95

Risotto FunghiCA$19.95

Smoked Duck Breast RisottoCA$21.95

Braised Lamb & Red Wine RisottoCA$21.95

Secondi / Mains

Meat / Crane

Roasted Chicken SupremeCA$19.95

Rosemary Roasted Pork TenderloinCA$21.95

Crispy Duck BreastCA$25.95

Oven Roasted Australian rack of LambCA$34.95

Grilled Dry Aged Prime StriploinCA$35.95

Fish / Pesce

Seared Sea ScallopsCA$23.95

Grilled European Sea Bass FiletCA$23.95

Cedar Plank Roasted Atlantic SalmonCA$21.95

Zuppa di pesce a La ForchettaCA$28.95

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