Happy to return to Il Fornello on Danforth and enjoyed the plant based menu ~ it hit the spot!As a vegan I appreciate how many options there are that use plant based ingredients to create flavourful dishes. The avocado cashew Caesar salad was nicely dressed and a light appetizer before our meal. For the main, I chose the mushroom pizza which was very hearty. Their vegan cheese is creamy…my non-vegan friend tried the pizza and said she couldn’t tell the difference that it was vegan cheese. Really liked the crust as well which is crispy outside and soft inside. Our server offered vegan parmesan to sprinkle on top and it was a flavourful touch. My friend had the penne capri pasta with chicken which she felt was delicious.For both menus the prices are pretty fair and reasonable.The location is a cozy vibe. always buzzing on the Saturday evenings we have visited. The hosts have kindly accommodated us quickly without a reservation, although a reservation would be better to ensure you get a table. A server noticed the light above our table was a bit bright and came over to dim it down. I really appreciate how thoughtful and welcoming the staff are.My friend (non vegan) loves this location so it has become our new spot when we get together every now and then on a Saturday night. Looking forward to continue trying the other plant based dishes!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 4
Service: 5
Owen Thomson
Got takeout. Friendly staff and who I can assume may be the owner. The food was incredible. Looking forward to dining in, in the future.
ADORABLE PLACE! They have the best lasagna and the service is amazing! You should try the apperol spritz too.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 4
Service: 5
Shaya Ghanbar
Great food, service and atmosphere!
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
ScorpioSista
A very cute restaurant with lovely decor. I came here to celebrate my friend's birthday dinner. The 4 of us got different meals, from salads, pizza to pastas and all of it was enjoyed. They have a vegan menu with a good amount of choices. The Cab (wine) I sipped was really good as well. Overall a nice experience and I would return again.Vegetarian options: Salads, pastas and I believe pizzas.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 4
Service: 3
Recommended dishes: Pizzas, Fettuccine Alfredo
rimuestar
Love their vegan menu!!! My family and I always have a lovely time here.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Plant-Based Spaghetti Capri
vincz lee
I couldn't be happier with the experience we had at this restaurant for my son's first birthday celebration. They graciously accommodated our party of 15, which included two babies and a toddler, with such warmth and hospitality.From allowing us to bring in balloons and a cake to providing exceptional service that went above and beyond our expectations, every detail was thoughtfully handled. The restaurant itself was impeccably clean and spacious, creating a comfortable environment for our gathering.The food was absolutely delicious, with a wide variety of options to suit everyone's tastes. Our entire group thoroughly enjoyed every dish.Thank you again to the staff for making this milestone celebration so memorable. I wholeheartedly recommend this restaurant to anyone looking for a fantastic dining experience. We'll definitely be back!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Pizzas, Bruschetta Pomodoro, Pizza Salsiccia Italiana
Lisa Daugherty
Came here before a show, staff was friendly service was a bit spacey. Atmosphere was clean but also kinda of dull and grey.We ordered the parpadelle salsiccia (spicy sausage, cherry tomatoes, caramelized onions and arugulas) and the prosciutto pizza both were good but somewhat underwhelming.
I have to say... so tasty food!! Incredible Italian food.Incredible flavor on this restaurant.Kind staff, quick service.l, everything was so good!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Pesto
Gertrude Lachapelle
The food and service was perfect.we tried 4 different dishes and everyone was delicious. The waitress was accommodating , friendly and warm. The staff all made our visit specialWe will return again. Thank you
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Tiramisu
Kieran Hayes
Vegetarian options: Excellent Italian vegan options! Great spot
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Pizzas
Karyn Filiatrault
We have been frequenting Il Fornello on the Danforth for the last 8 years. The food is delicious, the atmosphere is warm and welcoming, but above all else it’s the service. My son, now 12, and I have loved Lizette especially, who greets us each time like no years have passed. If there was ever one restaurant in Toronto that I would call “ours” it would be this one ❤️
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Pizzas, Gnocchi Asiago
Robyn Alvarez
Service was amazing and Suzanne one of the servers was so sweet and helpful. Love this place
Happy to return to Il Fornello on Danforth and enjoyed the plant based menu ~ it hit the spot!As a vegan I appreciate how many options there are that use plant based ingredients to create flavourful dishes. The avocado cashew Caesar salad was nicely dressed and a light appetizer before our meal. For the main, I chose the mushroom pizza which was very hearty. Their vegan cheese is creamy…my non-vegan friend tried the pizza and said she couldn’t tell the difference that it was vegan cheese. Really liked the crust as well which is crispy outside and soft inside. Our server offered vegan parmesan to sprinkle on top and it was a flavourful touch. My friend had the penne capri pasta with chicken which she felt was delicious.For both menus the prices are pretty fair and reasonable.The location is a cozy vibe. always buzzing on the Saturday evenings we have visited. The hosts have kindly accommodated us quickly without a reservation, although a reservation would be better to ensure you get a table. A server noticed the light above our table was a bit bright and came over to dim it down. I really appreciate how thoughtful and welcoming the staff are.My friend (non vegan) loves this location so it has become our new spot when we get together every now and then on a Saturday night. Looking forward to continue trying the other plant based dishes!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 4
Service: 5
Got takeout. Friendly staff and who I can assume may be the owner. The food was incredible. Looking forward to dining in, in the future.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Meat Lasagna, Fettuccine Alfredo
Always delicious !
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Good food.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
ADORABLE PLACE! They have the best lasagna and the service is amazing! You should try the apperol spritz too.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 4
Service: 5
Great food, service and atmosphere!
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
A very cute restaurant with lovely decor. I came here to celebrate my friend's birthday dinner. The 4 of us got different meals, from salads, pizza to pastas and all of it was enjoyed. They have a vegan menu with a good amount of choices. The Cab (wine) I sipped was really good as well. Overall a nice experience and I would return again.Vegetarian options: Salads, pastas and I believe pizzas.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 4
Service: 3
Recommended dishes: Pizzas, Fettuccine Alfredo
Love their vegan menu!!! My family and I always have a lovely time here.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Plant-Based Spaghetti Capri
I couldn't be happier with the experience we had at this restaurant for my son's first birthday celebration. They graciously accommodated our party of 15, which included two babies and a toddler, with such warmth and hospitality.From allowing us to bring in balloons and a cake to providing exceptional service that went above and beyond our expectations, every detail was thoughtfully handled. The restaurant itself was impeccably clean and spacious, creating a comfortable environment for our gathering.The food was absolutely delicious, with a wide variety of options to suit everyone's tastes. Our entire group thoroughly enjoyed every dish.Thank you again to the staff for making this milestone celebration so memorable. I wholeheartedly recommend this restaurant to anyone looking for a fantastic dining experience. We'll definitely be back!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Pizzas, Bruschetta Pomodoro, Pizza Salsiccia Italiana
Came here before a show, staff was friendly service was a bit spacey. Atmosphere was clean but also kinda of dull and grey.We ordered the parpadelle salsiccia (spicy sausage, cherry tomatoes, caramelized onions and arugulas) and the prosciutto pizza both were good but somewhat underwhelming.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 3
Service: 4
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I have to say... so tasty food!! Incredible Italian food.Incredible flavor on this restaurant.Kind staff, quick service.l, everything was so good!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Pesto
The food and service was perfect.we tried 4 different dishes and everyone was delicious. The waitress was accommodating , friendly and warm. The staff all made our visit specialWe will return again. Thank you
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Tiramisu
Vegetarian options: Excellent Italian vegan options! Great spot
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Pizzas
We have been frequenting Il Fornello on the Danforth for the last 8 years. The food is delicious, the atmosphere is warm and welcoming, but above all else it’s the service. My son, now 12, and I have loved Lizette especially, who greets us each time like no years have passed. If there was ever one restaurant in Toronto that I would call “ours” it would be this one ❤️
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Pizzas, Gnocchi Asiago
Service was amazing and Suzanne one of the servers was so sweet and helpful. Love this place
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5