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Il Forno, New York, NY

Il Forno

4.2
4.2
858 Reviews
$30 and under
Italian
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Il Forno

4.2
$30 and under
Italian
Midtown West

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2 people
19:00
Booked 37 times today
  • Charming
  • Neighbourhood gem
  • Good for special occasions
iL Forno Italian Kitchen is a Hell"s Kitchen gem. Bringing modern Italian to a whole new level. Everything that comes from our kitchen is prepared from scratch with the utmost care by Executive Chef Sarah Pouzar. So whether you stop in for a glass of wine and one of our artisan pizzas, or a full and rich Italian supper, iL Forno will take care of you.
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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Italian, Pizzeria, Dessert
  • Hours of Operation
    Wed, Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–12:00 am Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–1:00 am
  • Phone number
    (212) 247-1978
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Catering
    please check websites for details www.ironbarnyc.com
  • Private party facilities
    ilforno, Iron Bar & Secret Room capacity is 550 guests, please check websites for more photos and details, submit your request through our websites www.ironbarnyc.com www.secretroomnyc.com
  • Private party contact
    Amir: (917) 708-8663
  • Area
    Midtown West
  • Cross Street
    45th Street
  • Parking details
    A parking lot is located less than half a block from iL Forno, on 45th between 8th and 9th Avenues.
  • Public transit
    All 42nd street subway stops are within 5 minutes walking distance.
  • Additional
    Banquet, Beer, Cafe, Full Bar, Happy Hour, Late Night, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 858 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.2
4.2 based on recent ratings
  • 4.1Food
  • 4.3Service
  • 4.1Ambience
  • 4.1Value

NoiseModerate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Il Forno delights diners with its "exceptional" food and friendly service. Located conveniently near Broadway, it's perfect for pre-theater meals. Guests rave about its "amazing" pizzas, flavorful pasta, and inviting atmosphere. Though occasionally bustling, the warm ambiance and attentive staff ensure a memorable experience that many "highly recommend."

859 Reviews
  1. Sandy

    Phoenix

    11 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    11 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We were on our way to see Wicked and stopped here for dinner first. The food was amazing and came quickly—loved it all!

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  2. Brittany

    Columbus

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Grabbed dinner before going to see Moulin Rouge. It was the perfect start to a wonderful night. The place was super cute and the food was delicious. Highly recommend the prefix meal with the Caesar salad and chicken Alfredo! The cheesecake and cannolis were tough to choose from so I would advising sharing both with a friend! Both the best I have ever had.

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  3. Danielle

    New York City

    23 reviews

    3.0

    23 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 3
    The food was mediocre at best. And they seemed to have messed up a number if reservations. That said, the place was packed so they must be doing something right.

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  4. Juan Carlos

    Washington DC

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great fixed price pre theater dinner that is close to Broadway. It is busy so make sure to make a reservation for prompt seating.

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  5. Freudianslip70

    New York City

    20 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    20 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 4
    The staff tried their best. Not enough staff. Food and ambience and location is great especially for theater

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  6. Ray

    Cleveland

    2 reviews

    2.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 3
    I did not enjoy my experience here. The restaurant was understaffed which resulted in a wait for a table as well as slow service. The food was nothing special.

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  7. jimmy

    Louisville

    16 reviews

    5.0

    16 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    We ate here prior to our show simply because it was a closer walk…turned out to be a wonderful experience! We loved our burrata, pomodoro, and orecchiette ! Both of us would easily come here again!

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  8. Christine

    Los Angeles

    4 reviews

    1.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on 8 December 2024

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 2
    Food was terrible, it was like an assembly line of the same dishes being served. If you enjoy overcooked pasta, people bumping into your chair and a loud environment, this is the place for you. Location was why I picked it… ever again!

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  9. Sara

    Philadelphia

    1 review

    1.0

    1 review

    Dined on 7 December 2024

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 1
    The hostess was very rude, despite us having a reservation. We were rushed to place our order once seated. We waited an hour without food, and the hostess then brought the dessert menu without even checking to see if it was appropriate. The waiter then came over for the first time after taking our order and asked if we were “all set”. When we said we hadn’t gotten our food, he rushed back to the computer to place our order, and then returned to the table with two cold plates of food. The pasta primavera was not as advertised- there was no tomato or asparagus, just a few pieces of zucchini and squash over cold pasta with about a teaspoon of cheese. My daughter’s “wood fired” margarita pizza was cold as well. We did not even get an apology. Would NEVER return and would NEVER recommend.

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  10. Harry

    New York City

    5 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on 6 December 2024

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 3
    They were busy, had a reservation but had to wait. Forgot to bring me my drink order, had to remind them. Pizza was ok but have had much better

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Il Forno

4.2
$30 and under
Italian
Midtown West

Make a booking

2 people
19:00
Booked 37 times today
Google Map for Il Forno

713A 8th Ave, New York, NY 10036

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    45th Street
  • Area
    Midtown West
  • Hours of Operation
    Wed, Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–12:00 am Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–1:00 am
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Italian, Pizzeria, Dessert
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    A parking lot is located less than half a block from iL Forno, on 45th between 8th and 9th Avenues.
  • Public transit
    All 42nd street subway stops are within 5 minutes walking distance.
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Banquet, Beer, Cafe, Full Bar, Happy Hour, Late Night, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
    (212) 247-1978
  • Catering
    please check websites for details www.ironbarnyc.com
  • Private party facilities
    ilforno, Iron Bar & Secret Room capacity is 550 guests, please check websites for more photos and details, submit your request through our websites www.ironbarnyc.com www.secretroomnyc.com
  • Private party contact
    Amir: (917) 708-8663
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