La Fornace – Rustic atmosphere, pizza, and Mediterranean cuisine to share
I recently dined at La Fornace at Via Galileo Galilei 40 in Mestrino, and I was completely blown away by the experience. The restaurant is housed in a renovated old brickworks: the spaces are spacious, the ambience rustic yet refined, with architectural references to the past that make it truly charming.
The culinary offerings range from Neapolitan-style pizza dough matured and leavened for 72 hours, select ingredients, and a menu that extends beyond pizza to include meat, fish, and Mediterranean dishes. The staff was friendly and professional, and the atmosphere was informal and welcoming—perfect for both a dinner with friends and a more relaxed evening with your partner.
Some highlights:
• The unique ambience—a converted brickworks with character and ample space.
• Carefully crafted dough and leavening, and a pizza that stands out on the menu.
• Good variety in cuisine to cater to different tastes.
• Attentive service, available parking, good access to table needs.
A few points of caution:
• Being a very large and popular restaurant, there can be a high flow of customers at certain times—if you're looking for maximum tranquility, choose off-peak hours.
• With an extensive menu of pizzas, meat, and fish, the absolute specialization may seem diluted—but the overall quality remains good.
• Always check for reservations: given the capacity and popularity, it's advisable to book.
In conclusion: I recommend it if you want a well-made pizza in a unique setting, as well as some good dishes besides pizza—suitable for groups or evenings with friends, where good food meets a convivial atmosphere.
Alberto Bassan
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04 Novembre 2025
10,0
A place with attention to every detail, excellent pizza.
Luca Vedovato
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31 Ottobre 2025
10,0
Very good food with a rich menu of meat and fish dishes, pizzas with a wide choice, impeccable service and standard prices
giampaolo tognon
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29 Ottobre 2025
10,0
We returned to this restaurant for lunch on the 26th and had a really good time. We had two pizzas, perfectly cooked with a thick crust, just the way we like it. The wait time was reasonable and the service was friendly. Finally, we tried two desserts, tiramisu and puff pastry (recommended by the waitress), both very good. The staff was friendly and the atmosphere was pleasant; we'll be back! 🍕🍰
Tiozzo Mauro
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28 Ottobre 2025
10,0
Friendly and professional welcome,
courteous, attentive, and very polite staff.
Minimal wait, discreet and orderly staff...
Food, pizza, excellent toppings with fresh, authentic ingredients.
A smooth lunch...
Clean and tidy bathrooms...
Average prices...although they deserve more.
A 10 out of 10 day...
Michele Santamaria
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26 Ottobre 2025
10,0
This is my second time here with friends.
Gorgeous place, clean and large.
Very easy to get to and with ample parking.
Young and friendly staff.
Service was quick, even though it was a Wednesday night and it was quite crowded.
We ordered a mix of house-made appetizers, four pizzas, and four Pepsis.
Everything was delicious and top-quality.
Kudos again to Stefano, who manages it.
Great job, great place.
michele lazzaro
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23 Ottobre 2025
10,0
I returned after a few months and what can I say? Every time, the quality of the food and the courtesy of the staff (waiters are always smiling and kind) are guaranteed. The owners are super friendly! The atmosphere is very welcoming. A truly top-notch place, I often recommend it to friends and I can never go wrong!
Pierpaolo Degli Agostini
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23 Ottobre 2025
10,0
Beautiful location. Extremely friendly and helpful staff. Wide variety of excellent pizzas and dishes. Excellent selection.
Sergio Basso
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20 Ottobre 2025
10,0
Abbiamo mangiato pesce, era tutto buonissimo i pacchetti con zucchine e mazzancolle superare. iIl servizio impeccabile ed accogliente come al solito.
Cinzia S
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25 Maggio 2025
10,0
Posto e personale molto accogliente, servizio attento e veloce, pizza buona e leggera. Prezzo adeguato a quanto consumato.
Poliana M
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12 Maggio 2025
8,0