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Il Forno a Legna, McAllen, TX

Il Forno a Legna

4.6
4.6
438 Reviews
$30 and under
Italian
3817 N 10th St #5, McAllen, TX 78501

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 2 times today
Experiences are available.

About this restaurant

  • Good for special occasions
  • Charming
  • Great for fine wines
Since 2016, our chefs have used the finest ingredients available to recreate heirloom Italian recipes. We're inspired by the Italian way of life and the importance of sharing meals with loved ones. Il Forno a Legna is our love letter to Italian tradition, and our gift to the Rio Grande Valley. Bring a few friends and remember, a tavola non si invecchia.

Additional information

  • Neighborhood
    McAllen
  • Cross street
    10th St. and Nolana
  • Parking details
    Additional Parking Next Door and Behind Building
  • Public transit
    McAllen Express Bus Route 3 stops in front of the restauarant.McAllen Express Bus Route 2 stops accross the street from the restaurant.
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Delivery, Full Bar, Happy Hour, High Tea, Non-Smoking, Outdoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

  • Mama Mia Mother's Day Experience

    May 11, 2025 only
    Celebrate Mother’s Day at Il Forno a Legna 🍷 Sunday, May 12 | 11AM – 3PM 🍝 Join us for our special Mama Mia Brunch! Treat mom to an Italian getaway — no passport required! Il Forno a Legna is serving up amore with our signature open menu and a special Mama Mia Brunch menu filled with classic favorites and brunch delights straight from the heart of Italy. From fresh pastas to wood-fired pizzas and bubbly brunch sips, it’s a day to savor, share, and celebrate the incredible women who do it all.

What 438 people are saying

Il Forno a Legna reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

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
  • 4.6Food
  • 4.6Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.5Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Corpus Christi / McAllen

    Best Value

  • Corpus Christi / McAllen

    Neighborhood gem

  • Corpus Christi / McAllen

    Great for fine wines

  • McAllen

    Best Overall

  • McAllen

    Best Food

  • McAllen

    Best Service

  • McAllen

    Best Ambiance

  • McAllen

    Best Value

  • McAllen

    Neighborhood gem

  • McAllen

    Great for fine wines

  • McAllen

    Good for special occasions

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Il Forno a Legna offers a delightful dining experience with "delicious, fresh, and hot" food and a "relaxing and perfect" atmosphere. Standouts include "best chicken parm" and "fantastic pizza." While some mention service inconsistencies, the "attentive & friendly" staff and flavorful dishes make it a "great neighborhood dining experience."

438 Reviews
  1. Miriam

    Chicago2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 12, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We loved the ambiance and how great the food was. Our server was very nice.
    Il Forno a LegnaResponded on April 15, 2025
    Thank you so much for your fantastic review, Miriam! We’re thrilled to hear that you loved the ambiance and enjoyed the food. We're also happy to know that our server made a great impression. We can’t wait to welcome you back for another amazing experience! Il Forno

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  2. Arturo VIP

    San Francisco3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 11, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We always have a great experience at Il Forno starting with attentive & friendly service from Elvira & the food is always delicious Thank you
    Il Forno a LegnaResponded on April 12, 2025
    Thank you so much for your wonderful review, Arturo! We're thrilled to hear that you always have a great experience with us and that Elvira’s service and our food continue to meet your expectations. We truly appreciate your kind words and look forward to welcoming you back for another fantastic meal. Il Forno

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  3. Maria

    San Antonio1 review

    5.0

    Dined on March 16, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Delicioso todo buen ambiente y excelente servicio
    Il Forno a LegnaResponded on March 24, 2025
    ¡Muchísimas gracias por tu fantástica reseña, Maria! Nos alegra mucho saber que disfrutaste de todo, desde la comida hasta el servicio y el ambiente. Agradecemos mucho tus amables palabras y esperamos recibirte nuevamente para otra gran experiencia. Il Forno

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  4. Omar VIP

    Austin10 reviews

    3.0

    Dined on March 16, 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 4
    Caesar salad was watery. Amateur service. Not bad, but was expecting a better experience for the price.
    Il Forno a LegnaResponded on March 24, 2025
    Thank you for your feedback, Omar. We're sorry to hear that your experience didn’t meet your expectations. We take your comments about the Caesar salad and service seriously and will work on improving those areas. We always strive to offer the best experience possible, and we hope to have the opportunity to serve you better on your next visit. Il Forno

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  5. OpenTable Diner

    San Antonio3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 14, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The meat lasagna was best my husband had ever eaten. Mozzerella friti appetizer really crispy and yummy. My tiramisu was also flavorful but not heavy. Really relaxing evening celebrating my 75th. My next door neighbor was at the next table. Great neighborhood dining experience.
    Il Forno a LegnaResponded on March 24, 2025
    Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We’re so happy to hear that you enjoyed the meat lasagna, Mozzarella Fritti, and tiramisu – it’s great to know everything was just right for your special celebration. We're honored to be part of your 75th celebration, and we're glad to have been a part of such a relaxing evening. It’s always nice to have a great neighborhood dining experience. We look forward to welcoming you back soon! Il Forno

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  6. SylviaV VIP

    Corpus Christi108 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 6, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Had a work meeting. Everyone loved their entrees Drinks were spot on. Music was fantastic. Relaxing and perfect. AMA ing staff. We love going to Il Forno at least once a week.
    Il Forno a LegnaResponded on March 10, 2025
    Thank you, Sylvia, for your glowing review! We're delighted to hear that your work meeting went perfectly and that everyone enjoyed their entrees. It's fantastic to know our drinks, music, and relaxing ambiance made the evening memorable. We truly appreciate your continued support, and we can’t wait to welcome you back for your next visit. - Il Forno a Legna

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  7. Melaine VIP

    Corpus Christi20 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 1, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Had the best chicken parm today. It was absolutely incredible! The hostess was wonderful. Very professional. Staff attentive and amazing. Best place for Italian food!
    Il Forno a LegnaResponded on March 10, 2025
    Thank you, Melaine, for your amazing review! We're so glad you loved our chicken parm — it's wonderful to hear it made such an impression. We’re also thrilled that our hostess and team provided excellent service. Your kind words mean a lot, and we can’t wait to have you back for another fantastic Italian dining experience. - Il Forno a Legna

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  8. Jennifer

    San Diego2 reviews

    2.0

    Dined on February 16, 2025

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 3
    We used to come here all the time for their octopus. We hadn’t been in like 5 months, and when we came today a lot had changed. The menu no longer had the octopus or other items that we had enjoyed, like it shrunk in size. Our server then told us there were out of chicken and filet mignon. We ordered and the food was not as good as I remember it. My lasagna was a soup instead of the way it used to come neatly and less greasy. I don’t know if they have a new chef or what happened but I don’t think we will returning after this meal.

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  9. Benjamin

    San Francisco3 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on February 15, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Food was okay but we were expecting more of an Italian experience.
    Il Forno a LegnaResponded on February 20, 2025
    Thank you for your visit, Benjamin! We appreciate your feedback and understand the importance of delivering an authentic Italian experience. We’re always striving to improve and hope to have the opportunity to exceed your expectations next time!

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  10. Kristina

    San Antonio1 review

    5.0

    Dined on February 13, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Service was outstanding. The food was delicious, fresh, and hot. Can't wait to be back.
    Il Forno a LegnaResponded on February 20, 2025
    Thank you, Kristina! We’re thrilled to hear you had such a wonderful experience. Great service and fresh, delicious food are what we strive for! Can’t wait to welcome you back soon.

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FAQs

Il Forno a Legna offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (956) 688-9528.

Il Forno a Legna is rated 4.6 stars by 438 OpenTable diners.

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

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Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 2 times today
Experiences are available.
Google Map for Il Forno a Legna

3817 N 10th St #5, McAllen, TX 78501

Additional information

  • Cross street
    10th St. and Nolana
  • Neighborhood
    McAllen
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Thu 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri 5:00 pm–11:00 pm Sat 2:00 pm–11:00 pm
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Italian
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    Additional Parking Next Door and Behind Building
  • Public transit
    McAllen Express Bus Route 3 stops in front of the restauarant.McAllen Express Bus Route 2 stops accross the street from the restaurant.
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Vladimir Cruz
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Delivery, Full Bar, Happy Hour, High Tea, Non-Smoking, Outdoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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