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Il Forno


3.5 of 5 stars 73 ratings  |  Write a review
  • Cuisines: Italian
  • 132 Duke Street, East Village, Liverpool L1 5AG, England
  • +44 (0)151 709 4002
  • Average price: £ 32 ($ 51)

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4 of 5 stars
23 Dec 2009 New

Went to Il Forno as a special occasion to mark the start of the Christmas holiday. I have had some great Italian food in the past- in and out of Italy- and IF is possibly the most expensive Italian I have been to. But we knew that and thought if it was good enough it would be worth it. First... more

Love this restaurant. No doubt some of the best food this city has to offer. If you appreciate the true taste of Italy then il Forno is for you, unless your used to the usual anglicised fodder that the chain gang churn out day after day, lacking in flavour and produced with inferior ingredients. Staff are professional and friendly and... more

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2 of 5 stars
Liverpool, UK
8 Aug 2009

My other half (an Italian himself) and I booked at Il Forno after reading some good reviews about it. The service was good, the decor was fresh, but the food was a bit of a let down. I ordered the Americano pizza (just to see what a pizza with hot dogs and fries on it would actually look like) and... more

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5 of 5 stars
brimingham
13 Jul 2009

We have just come back from Liverpool for my hen weekend and we booked in at the IlForno for 36 of us. The service from the beginning was very good, the lady whom I dealt with from the first instance sorted out the meal requirements. The staff were very attentive and pleasant and considering there were 36 of us our... more

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5 of 5 stars
Liverpool, United Kingdom
20 Jun 2009

I've been to Il Forno a number of times, mostly for its pizza -- by far the best in Liverpool. The Calzone Vulcano is exceptional! The other main courses are good as well. If I would have to point someting that needs improvement, it would be the desserts. The atmosphere is relaxed and the staff is friendly and efficient. more

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1 of 5 stars
Liverpool
4 May 2009

We visited as a group of four and expectations were high based on reviews from friends. Initially all was well, the atmosphere is nice and staff are generally quite attentive. The problems began with the starter. The garlic bread was dry, terrible and lacked garlic. The main course of lamb was tiny but expensive. The 4 cheese pizza was acceptable... more

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1 of 5 stars
north west
5 Apr 2009

we found the visit here very poor! service was terrible , food was over priced and overrated - We waited a long time for our food and when it did eventually arrive it was cold and unimpressive! thought the £75 bill was a little expensive for a pretentious pizza shop which is all it is! ! also it wouldnt hurt... more

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5 of 5 stars
Liverpool
27 Mar 2009

Been here on numerous occasions and even for my Father 75th,which the staff handled really well,really love the place.Having been to Italy on many holidays and a honeymoon,the pizzas here are perfect just like what youd get in Italy.Everything else ive tried is also very good,and with Morreti on draught what more can you want?! more

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2 of 5 stars
England
16 Mar 2009

We have always enjoyed Il Forno but a trip there on February 11th this year was a disappointment. On arrival just after opening we still waited over 25 minutes for a couple of main courses, one of which was a cold cold starter and the other a simple Carbonara. On reporting this to the duty manager my comments were met... more

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2 Mar 2009

Try the volcano calzone!! more

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Il Forno Address

132 Duke Street, East Village, Liverpool L1 5AG, England
Tel: +44 (0)151 709 4002
* Restaurant price information is based on meal cost per person, excluding drinks, tax and tip.