Al Forno

4.5 ( 609 reviews )
Checking... 12:30 AM - 3:00 PM See Hours
£20–30
349 Upper Richmond Rd, London SW15 5QJ, United Kingdom
+44 20 8878 7522

Al Forno, located at 349 Upper Richmond Rd in London, is a vibrant Italian restaurant that has captured the hearts of both locals and visitors. The ambiance strikes a fine balance between warmth and sophistication, making it an ideal spot for a delightful meal or a celebratory gathering.

Reviewers rave about the rich flavors and authenticity of the menu. Dorothy Howell praises the “wonderful mix of flavors” in the Thai peanut noodle bowl, which is complemented by a refreshing ginger lemonade. Rod Eslamieh highlights the delightful homemade banoffee pie and pistachio soufflé, perfect rewards after a hearty main course. For those seeking classic options, Steven Belucz lauds Al Forno's pizza, claiming it’s among the best in West London, and ensures dietary needs are treated with care by providing excellent gluten-free options.

Jaguar Paw's comments about the “superb” Sicilian pizza and fresh antipasti underline the restaurant's dedication to authenticity, while Hava Webb cherishes the overall atmosphere, enhanced by classic Italian music—a fitting backdrop to their memorable dining experiences. Al Forno stands out not only for its food but also for its inviting service and community feel, marking it as a must-visit gem in West Putney.

Amenities and More

  • Accessibility
    • Has wheelchair-accessible seating
    • No wheelchair-accessible car park
  • Service options
    • Offers delivery
    • Offers takeaway
    • Serves dine-in
  • Highlights
    • Serves great coffee
    • Serves great dessert
    • Has great wine list
  • Popular for
    • Popular for lunch
    • Popular for dinner
    • Good for solo dining
  • Offerings
    • Serves alcohol
    • Serves beer
    • Serves cocktails
    • Serves coffee
    • Serves food
    • Serves late-night food
    • Quick bite
    • Serves spirits
    • Serves vegetarian dishes
    • Serves wine
  • Dining options
    • Serves lunch
    • Serves dinner
    • Has catering
    • Serves dessert
    • Has seating
  • Amenities
    • Has bar on site
    • Has toilet
    • Has Wi-Fi
    • Free Wi-Fi
  • Atmosphere
    • Casual
    • Cosy
    • Romantic
  • Crowd
    • Good for groups
  • Planning
    • Dinner reservations recommended
    • Accepts reservations
  • Payments
    • Accepts credit cards
    • Accepts debit cards
    • Accepts NFC mobile payments
    • Credit cards
  • Children
    • Good for kids
    • High chairs available
    • Has kids' menu
  • Parking
    • Free of charge street parking
    • Free parking lot
    • Plenty of parking

Reviews For Al Forno

Dorothy Howell
Jul 4,2025
A wonderful mix of flavors. I had the Thai peanut noodle bowl, and it was rich, spicy, and full of fresh veggies. The ginger lemonade was refreshing too.
Rod Eslamieh
Jun 29,2025
We were recommend this place by some Italian friends as real authentic Italian food. And it did not disappoint. After ordering a delicious main make sure you leave room for a dessert. We went for the homemade banoffe pie and Pistachio souffle, both excellent.
Steven Belucz
Jun 23,2025
So pleased to find this place. Great service, quality food. The layout for the restaurant is great. You can have a proper conversation. One of the best pizzas in West London, and they were also able to cater to my partner, who's a celiac. Perfectly cooked gluten-free pasta.
Jaguar Paw
Jun 19,2025
Absolutely fantastic. The quality of the Sicilian pizza is superb, the Sicilian antipasti were fresh, fragrant, the house wine matched perfectly. On top of that the service was excellent. It definitely feels like a piece of Sicily.
Hava Webb
Jun 18,2025
A great local gem in West Putney. The food is great and reasonably priced. The atmosphere is always excellent and the staff is really good. It has a lot of classic Italian music playing in the background. We had an amazing birthday dinner with our friends. We come here often and we recommend it to everyone.
John Weatherall
Apr 27,2025
You will not leave this venue hungry with the bonus of a live singer called Neahm. Which made the evening very pleasant Thank You
Lucas Da Rocha
Apr 21,2025
Local Italian restaurant between Putney and Richmond. Rustic atmosphere and welcoming. Prices are very reasonable for the area and the portions are big. We have been there a couple of times, quality and service are always consistent. The risotto Al mare is tasty and the seafood actually tastes fresh.
Sam H
Mar 21,2025
Hidden gem, Staff are amazing, very attentive, felt very welcomed, if you live local or even not definitely give this place a try, Authentic tasty best pizza in town

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