Il Fornaio 178
Il Fornaio 178 is an Italian restaurant in the Ramalde neighborhood serving Neapolitan pizza and traditional Italian dishes with fresh ingredients. The interior features a modern, bright design with simple wooden furniture and a visible traditional oven that gives the space an open, comfortable feel.
The restaurant opened in January 2017, founded by partners Catarina Morais and Anthony Oliveira with the goal of bringing traditional Italian food to Porto. The immediate import of a Stefano Ferrara oven directly from Naples reflected their commitment to authentic craftsmanship from the start.
Il Fornaio 178 carries an Italian name and brings Italian culinary traditions to Porto with subtle local touches. The space centers around a Stefano Ferrara oven imported directly from Naples, left visible to diners so they can watch the traditional pizza-making process unfold.
The restaurant is open daily from 12:30 to 15:00 and from 19:30 to 23:00, located easily on Rua François Guichard 178 in Ramalde. Reservations are accepted and online ordering for takeaway is available if you prefer to enjoy the food elsewhere.
The pizzas are made using Neapolitan tradition with a light, crispy crust from simple ingredients like flour, water, and starter. The staff stands out for paying careful attention to details and accommodating special needs, such as ensuring expectant mothers feel well looked after.
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