Forno Bistro

Name: Forno Bistro
Address: 541 Broadway, Saratoga Springs, NY, United States, 12866
Telephone: (518) 581-2401
Price range: $30 and under
Rating: 4.6

4.6

2709 Reviews

$30 and under

Italian

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2 people

22 Dec 2024

7:00 pm

Booked 15 times today

Good for special occasions
Lively
Charming

Anchoring Saratoga's vibrant downtown Forno Bistro is a family-owned bistro that offers a variety of rustic, Tuscan-style food rooted in tradition. Our chef's use only the freshest seasonal ingredients to prepare dishes with respect to their flavors, appearance and aroma. The menu is sophisticated but approachable, expressing the sense of hearth and home that defines the Tuscan style of life. Forno Bistro's rustic, Tuscan-style food is hearty and unpretentious with sophisticated flavors rooted in tradition and always open to new interpretations and adaptations. Many of our dishes are greatly influenced by the use of the wood-fired oven: homemade pizzas, sautéed calamari, and wood-fired towers of vegetables. The oven is always the inspiration.

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Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Italian
Hours of Operation
Happy Hour Tue–Sun 4:30 pm–6:00 pm Dinner Tue–Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–9:30 pm
Phone number
(518) 581-2401
Website
https://www.fornobistro.com/
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Private party facilities
From corporate events to Holiday parties, plan your next private event at Forno Bistro! Forno Bistro’s rustic, Tuscan-style food is hearty and unpretentious with sophisticated flavors rooted in tradition. Hosting an event with us is more than just a dinner, it's an experience.

Location
541 Broadway, Saratoga Springs, NY 12866
Area
Saratoga Springs
Cross Street
VanDam
Parking details
Forno Bistros private parking lot is accessible from Broadway and within steps of Forno Bistro"s outdoor patio and front door. There is also on-street and public lot parking available.
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeaway, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Popular dishes

Calamaretti FrittiUSD 13.00
Fried Calamari, Crushed Tomato Sauce, Lemon
BruschettaUSD 10.00
Diced Tomatoes, Garlic, Basil, Olive Oil, Arugula Pesto, Parmigiano, Balsamic Drizzle
Panato BitesUSD 13.00
(4) Breaded Chicken Breast, Mozzarella & Fontina, Prosciutto, Garlic Aioli, Lemon
AranciniUSD 9.00
(4) House-made fried tomato rice balls, crushed tomato sauce
Wood-Fired Burrata DipUSD 13.00
Whipped Burrata, Caramelized Onions, Roasted Garlic, Fontina & Gruyère Cheese, Focaccia
Rigatoni BologneseUSD 10.00
Rigatoni, Beef, Pork and Tomato Ragu, Grana Padano, Touch of Cream
Truffle FriesUSD 8.00
Shoestring French Fries, White Truffle Oil, Grana Padano, Garlic Aioli
PolpetteUSD 11.00
(3) Hand-Rolled Meatballs of Veal, Pork, and Beef, Wood-Fired with Mozzarella and Parmigiano
Torte di GranchioUSD 13.00
(2) Wood-Fired Crab Cakes, Cherry Pepper Remoulade, Honey-Balsamic Tomatoes

Wine

Cavazza Pinot GrigioUSD 7.00
Silver Gate ChardonnayUSD 7.00
Ca'Donini Cabernet SauvignonUSD 7.00
Mellini ChiantiUSD 7.00
Pellegrino Zebo MoscatoUSD 7.00
Classic Red or White SangriaUSD 7.00

Cocktails

CosmopolitanUSD 10.00
Vodka, Triple Sec, Fresh Lime Juice, Splash of Cranberry
MargaritaUSD 10.00
Tequila, Triple Sec, Fresh Lemon & Lime Juice, Splash of Orange Juice
Blood Orange MartiniUSD 10.00
Orange Vodka, Triple Sec, Pomegranate liqueur, Orange Liqueur, Blood Orange Purée
Apple Cider MuleUSD 10.00
Vodka, Local Apple Cider, Ginger Beer, Cinnamon Stick
Lemon Drop MartiniUSD 10.00
Vodka, Limoncello, Fresh Lemon Juice
Raspberry Lemon Drop MartiniUSD 10.00
Raspberry Vodka, Crème De Cassis, Limoncello, Fresh Lemon Juice
Forno SourUSD 10.00
Bourbon, Pomegranate Liqueur, Fresh Lemon Juice, Simple Syrup
Limon SpritzUSD 10.00
Lamberti Prosecco, Limoncello
SurfsideUSD 6.00
Iced Tea & Lemonade, Vodka

Draft Beer

Samuel Adams SeasonalUSD 6.00
PeroniUSD 6.00
Blue MoonUSD 6.00
Miller LiteUSD 6.00
Helping HanDZUSD 6.00
Beer with a purpose. Brewed in collaboration with Wolf Hollow Brewing Company. Each beer sold benefits a local nonprofit. Ask your server about the current brew.

What 2,709 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.6

4.6 based on recent ratings

4.7Food
4.7Service
4.6Ambience
4.5Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

Capital District
Great for outdoor dining
Capital District
Italian
Capital District
Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Forno Bistro offers a delightful dining experience with "excellent food and service." The vibrant atmosphere is perfect for enjoying delicious Italian cuisine, especially on the lovely outdoor patio. While the noise levels inside can be high, the attentive staff and delectable dishes make it a popular choice. Make sure to try the "best lemon raspberry drop martini" and enjoy the generous portions. Reservations are recommended for this Saratoga Springs favorite.

2,709 Reviews

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Mike
New York City
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
We were a party of 3 with a reservation and we were seated immediately. We each had a great dinner served by an excellent waitress. It was a busy night and pretty loud in the restaurant but we never felt rushed.
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Rich
New York City
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Excellent meal, great atmosphere and vibe. Service by Rutherford was spot on.
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Marie
Philadelphia
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Was not sure what to expect after reading a number of reviews, thank goodness I didn’t let the negative ones put me off . Forno Bistro is my new favorite restaurant in Saratoga Springs , everything was excellent and the best Lasagna I have had in years . Service was great . Noise level was loud more due to a few large tables of diners enjoying their Christmas get togethers. Booking online was easy and convenient , and thankfully we pre booked as we would not of got a table it was a full house !!
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Christopher
New York City
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined 4 days ago
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
Grey Goose Dirty martini was awful, the olives were spoiled. After that the food was very good. crab cakes had a great tomato based topping and the tarter sauce had just the right amount of red pepper flakes. The truffle pizza was Amazing.
Forno BistroResponded 2 days ago
Thank you for your feedback, Christopher! We're glad to hear you enjoyed the food, especially the crab cakes and truffle pizza. We apologize for the issue with the martini and will ensure our team addresses this. Your input helps us improve, and we appreciate your support!
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Lisa
Toronto
5 reviews
3.0
5 reviews
Dined on 8 December 2024
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 3
Waiter was awesome. Food was ok. The burrata is an odd way to prep. Our bread was burnt. The seafood dish was good but the seafood was a little gritty. The welcome and the waiter was great. Small tweaks needed in kitchen.
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Brenda
San Diego
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 7 December 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Beautiful ambience, fantastic service. Generous portions and delicious food.
Forno BistroResponded on 10 December 2024
Thank you for your feedback. We are so happy to read that you enjoyed your dining experience. We look forward to having you dine with us again in the future.
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Linda
Upstate NY
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 1 December 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
First time at this place. The food was amazing and the service was exceptional!
Forno BistroResponded on 3 December 2024
Thank you for your feedback. We are so happy to read that you enjoyed your first dining experience at Forno. We look forward to having you dine with us again in the future.
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Cathy
New York City
13 reviews
4.0
13 reviews
Dined on 29 November 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Friendly, delicious food and hearty enough servings! Wait staff and bartenders couldn’t have been more friendly and attentive.
Forno BistroResponded on 3 December 2024
Thank you for taking the time to leave such a great review. We appreciate your feedback. We are so glad to hear our team created a very nice dining experience for you. We look forward to sharing this with our team.
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carol
VIP
New York City
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on 27 November 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
It was our 27th anniversary last night and the staff at Forno really went above and beyond to make it special. They used a gluten free pizza crust to make bread for also. Everything was delicious and the ambiance, vibe and service was fantastic. We have another awesome restaurant to enjoy😁
Forno BistroResponded on 3 December 2024
Thank you for your feedback. We are so happy to read that you enjoyed your anniversary dining experience. We look forward to having you dine with us again in the future.
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Paul
New York City
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on 26 November 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Forno Bistro is a reliable favorite restaurant. The quality of the food and the service are consistent. All of the DZ restaurants are good, but my wife insists on Forno Bistro for any special occasion. Forno has its particulalry good ambiance. We have dined at Forno for many years and can attest that the menu selections are diverse and good. All of the staff are very pleasant. They always go out of their way to accommodate us. Overall Forno is a good value.
Forno BistroResponded on 3 December 2024
Thank you for taking the time to leave such a great review. We appreciate your feedback. We are so glad to hear our team has consistently created a very nice dining experience for you. We look forward to sharing this with our team.
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FAQs

Forno Bistro offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (518) 581-2401.

Forno Bistro is rated 4.6 stars by 2709 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a booking

2 people

22 Dec 2024

7:00 pm

Booked 15 times today

Order delivery or takeout

541 Broadway, Saratoga Springs, NY 12866

Additional information

Cross Street
VanDam
Area
Saratoga Springs
Hours of Operation
Happy Hour Tue–Sun 4:30 pm–6:00 pm Dinner Tue–Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–9:30 pm
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Italian
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
Forno Bistros private parking lot is accessible from Broadway and within steps of Forno Bistro"s outdoor patio and front door. There is also on-street and public lot parking available.
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeaway, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
https://www.fornobistro.com/
Phone number
(518) 581-2401
Private party facilities
From corporate events to Holiday parties, plan your next private event at Forno Bistro! Forno Bistro’s rustic, Tuscan-style food is hearty and unpretentious with sophisticated flavors rooted in tradition. Hosting an event with us is more than just a dinner, it's an experience.

Forno Bistro

Make a booking

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

Margherita

Pappardelle Osso Buco

Buffalo Trace

Salads

CesareUSD 10.00

IcebergUSD 10.00

Pizza

Caprese SicilianoUSD 12.00

MargheritaUSD 11.00

Small Bites

Calamaretti FrittiUSD 13.00

BruschettaUSD 10.00

Panato BitesUSD 13.00

AranciniUSD 9.00

Wood-Fired Burrata DipUSD 13.00

Rigatoni BologneseUSD 10.00

Truffle FriesUSD 8.00

PolpetteUSD 11.00

Torte di GranchioUSD 13.00

Wine

Cavazza Pinot GrigioUSD 7.00

Silver Gate ChardonnayUSD 7.00

Ca'Donini Cabernet SauvignonUSD 7.00

Mellini ChiantiUSD 7.00

Pellegrino Zebo MoscatoUSD 7.00

Classic Red or White SangriaUSD 7.00

Cocktails

CosmopolitanUSD 10.00

MargaritaUSD 10.00

Blood Orange MartiniUSD 10.00

Apple Cider MuleUSD 10.00

Lemon Drop MartiniUSD 10.00

Raspberry Lemon Drop MartiniUSD 10.00

Forno SourUSD 10.00

Limon SpritzUSD 10.00

SurfsideUSD 6.00

Draft Beer

Samuel Adams SeasonalUSD 6.00

PeroniUSD 6.00

Blue MoonUSD 6.00

Miller LiteUSD 6.00

Helping HanDZUSD 6.00

Overall ratings and reviews

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Review summary

FAQs

Does Forno Bistro offer delivery through OpenTable or takeout?

How is Forno Bistro restaurant rated?

Is Forno Bistro currently accepting bookings?

Make a booking

Order delivery or takeout

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