I give Forno 301 located at 1616 N Central Ave #104, Phoenix, AZ 85004 FOUR STARS. My friends and I enjoyed all the menu items we ordered on our FIRST visit, but we were not fond of the service provided. 4️⃣ 🌟's. All the staff had masks on. Thank you. 👍

My first time. Love the outdoor bar. Cool Italian servers. Great house wine. Ravioli was a bit too salty for me. I think the pizzas are good. So that’s what I’m getting next time!

This place is spectacular. Luca and Alessio make you feel at home. Their food is great and affordable... But their specials are so good, we visit that menu mostly. Reservations should be your plan... But two at the bar has not been a problem. Fresh pasta and good pizza from a wood fired oven. Right on the light rail... parking can be found in the back but better options are found in the Muse parking lot.

Love this spot. The food is amazing. Some of the best pizza in the valley. The bartender Roberto is who really keeps me coming back. He has great energy, seems to know everyone who comes in, is very welcoming and a lot of fun to chat with.

This place is amazing, I have come so many times and the quality of the food is fantastic. It's own by Italians and it's really nice to hear them talk in their native language. I personally dont like their "Calzone Spinach" the spinach has a strong taste, i brought my nephews one time here and they only eat the basic, so i got them the "Diavola" pizza. Something close to a peperon pizza, it supposed to be spicy but actually Hot Cheetos are more spicy than the their "Spicy Salame". Every time I come I tend to try something new or their special, overall you won't feel disappointed.

Decent Italian location with a selection of the traditional dishes you'd expect to find. The food was good (but didn't amaze me), and the atmosphere was rustic, with rather packed-together seating. Service was very polite and respectful, and the food came out quick, especially given how busy it was.

Emensely enjoyed. Exactly what I get in Italy. She warned me on the drink. Negroni as being strong. I purchased takeout too. I gave the pizza to a man who was panhandling. Handed to him hot and just a smile. Covid-19 has touch many. Support locals.👏🇺🇲

Italian pizza and pasta. The cheese is very good. I think the oven uses wood. My friend always tell me the pizza here is the best he ever had. Around 20USD per person.

Six stars is needed for this place. We took our volleyball team there for dinner and it was just the best. The staff was friendly and kind, taking care of us with speed and ease. We couldn’t believe how quickly the food came out. It felt like it came out before we were done ordering! The food was sooooooo good. Everyone was stuffed and happy with whatever they ordered. However, the star of the show for me was the chili olive oil which I soaked anything I could in it! If you learn about olive oil, you know that fresh olive oil is near impossible to find in the states and it rarely tastes like olives at all. This stuff was fresh, thick, and the mix of chilis gave it the perfect flavor and spice. I got to talk with the manager (maybe owner) while I went to the bar to pay for our group and they were so thankful and just wonderful spirits of the whole staff. I raved so much about the oil that they gave me a small complimentary bottle of it to take home. I will eat here 1,000 times and tell everyone I know about it.

First time and will definitely be back. We went with pizza and calzone which were delicious with food fired crust and generous toppings. Nice atmosphere, attentive and friendly staff. Convenient location with a less than 10 minute walk to Phx Theatre, Phx Art Museum, Az Opera and light rail.

Good food, friendly service. Lively atmosphere. Our Forno pizza was very good, enough to share. The salad was huge and delicious. The pasta was a generous portion and quite tasty. The pesto gnocchi was great and the pasta carbonara was loaded with bacon and onions. The deserts were delicious.

Pros: nice location and decent interior. The pizza was tasty, we ordered the prosciutto pizza but it could have used arugula. Affordable. Cons: my old fashioned (in picture) was similar to what you would get at a cheap weddings open bar, loose ice cubes made it watered down and pretty sure there wasn’t any bitters or simple syrup. The meatballs came out fast! Which was great but there was no flavor in them, I’ve had better tasting from frozen.

We love this place. The menu is simple: a half-dozen or so pasta dishes and a variety of thin-crust pizzas baked in a wood-fired oven. The pasta is all house-made. The food is flavorful and quite reminiscent of the best food I’ve eaten in Italy. (Try the arugula salad—enough for 2 to share.) The atmosphere is casual though energetic. The staff are friendly and capable. This is our first choice in central Phoenix.

Great place to sit at the bar after work and relax. Then if your hungry grab a table and some food. Portions are average not to big or to small and reasonably price for downtown. Most entries and appetizers are under 20 bucks and a lot of sharable picks. Gets busy quick after work at the bar but there was room in the dining area to sit. Highly-rated!!

This place is absolutely amazing! It is a MUST try! Everything was delicious down to every detail, and our waiter was absolutely fabulous and attentive! I’m am half Italian, and this place is the REAL deal!!! Grazie!!!! I’m not from here, but I’m trying to figure out how to get back!

On a Sunday, at lunch, Forno has cornered the food market by being open. The food is quite good. My seafood fettuccine was excellent, with large shrimp and mussels. The quatro fromaggi pizza was also very good.

Forno 301 may be hard to drive too..but its must try. Forno 301, a 7-year-old well-regarded Italian restaurant in downtown Phoenix, has opened a second location on the southwest corner of Scottsdale and Thomas in south Scottsdale. It takes over the space formerly home to Eat Slice, a drive-through concept launched by Forno 301 owner Luca Gagliano in late 2020. Hours are 11 a.m.-10 p.m. daily. Run by two Italian natives, Roberto Dadone and Luca Dagliano, The wood-fired pizza restaurant exudes a warm atmosphere, with the owners calling their dedicated staff "family."

The flavor of the paste is very good, it would be better if they made the pasta more chewy than soft. The pizza is also very good! Just need some hints maybe some greens on it would be perfect!

Pasta made fresh in house was excellent. The pizza dough was a bit thick and heavy, but the flavor was good. I didn't get much of the wood fired flavor.

We ate here Saturday evening before the ballet. We were seated right away upon arrival. We each had the pasta special of the day, and it was delicious. The Mista salad with Champagne dressing was one of the best salads we have ever had at an Italian restaurant. The drinks were generous size and the service was great. We will definitely be going back, and I have already recommended to my son and his wife. Wonderful meal all

After reading reviews for all the restaurants near me, I settled on this one and it definitely lived up to the rating! To start, I had the eggplant parmigiana, which was to die for! Then I had the ravioli stuffed with sage and ricotta, OMG!! Amazing!! I finished with the tiramisu and cappuccino, also phenomenal! Will definitely be visiting here again.

Amazing atmosphere and food! We ordered the carbonara and the mista salad! Delicious! Their pasta is homemade and is amazing! Definitely need to come back and try their pizzas!

Forno 301 is a great place for lunch or dinner! The charcuterie board was fantastic and the pizza there is some of the best in the valley. Can't wait to go back.

The food here is so good. I got the gnocchi in pesto sauce and I was hooked. They have a pretty decent beer selection too. I’ll definitely be going back.

Great experience for social distance dining on the patio. Very welcoming staff that respected precautions. Fantastic food and drinks!!

Good food and juice staff. Cauliflower appetizer and the Eggplant Parmesan were awesome.

Forno 301 was absolutely delicious! The restaurant has such a fun vibe and was completely packed when I walked in. I sat at the bar and had a fun conversation with the owner, who even treated me to a dessert. The food was delicious and authentic which I loved! I had the ravioli and Tiramisu. Both were flavorful and downright delightful. I'm not a local, so I'm disappointed that I can't go back sooner! I will definitely be returning to Forno 301 on any future visits to Phoenix. Thank you for a wonderful evening!

Delicious entrees and appetizers... authentic Italian. Always wonderful.

Delicious food and great service. The owners are lovely people!

There's so many great things to eat here, but the hidden gem, the one you might not expect is the panino con tacchino. Easily the best turkey sandwich available in town, an absolutely perfect lunch. Craving a turkey sammy? Ignore the sub shops, walk past the expensive delis, overlook trendy brunch spots and plant yourself down at the bar at Forno 301, relax, take your time, enjoy a deep breath and a sandwich that will have you raving to your friends and family.

The prices and service are amazing especially for such fresh amazing food.

Ordered 2 pies to go. There was almost no cheese, the crust was salty and they were ice cold. The pizza is over priced for what you get and I would not recommend this pizza. If you want a better pie Go to Red Devil.

Good service, good price, great food.

I have been to Forno over a dozen times and can say every pizza is delicious, the cocktails (especially the Gabrielle) and wine selections are great, and the overall ambiance can’t be beat. Many of the staff are FROM Italy... that’s how you know it’s good. There’s parking around the corner in the garage for Muse Apartments. Seriously... try this place!

Food n service n price just amazing.

Right downtown great food

Get the tiramisu it's the best Milli is amazing best tiramisu in the world!!!!

Always great food. We've missed it lately.

Great atmosphere. Food is some of the best I've had.

Great place to go for a date night with the wife. Ravioli and an Heirloom pizza.

Had amazing dinner and drinks served by Roberto. Such great place to dine at . Highly recommend this restaurant.

Another update: 6/18/20 Tried them again a few days back and owner had mask pulled down around his neck and 2 guys sitting at the bar 4 feet from the owner. Why is it so hard to put safety first? ____________________________ Editing review in light of something new happening there. Owner and cook not wearing masks. The place is too small to take this chance. Excellent food but it’s not worth risking your life. The bizarre part is that they’re Italian and STILL act like the virus is no big deal. —————————————- Original review: Incredible pizza! Family owned and you can tell!! The staff is amazing, great decor, great location. 5 stars easily!! ❤️

We got the shish tawoq, and it was truly five star. Fresh and yummy chicken, very juicy and tender. Perfectly cooked rice. And service was amazing. Very kind and friendly staff. It's a must try.

I always disregard 1 or 2 star reviews. Some are you people are harsh! I wonder what your cooking standards are, or better yet, what your kitchen at home looks like.

Food here is really good. Nice local place that treats you well every time

Surprisingly good. The pizzas only come in 1 size:12", and they don't have wings. The margarita pizza and pepperoni pizza was good.

I have been a fan for years. Even when back on Roosevelt. I love the ravioli but the roasted cauliflower is my absolute favorite dish. My son loves the meatballs. Fantastic atmosphere and the service is without question, the best. You become a member of the family very quickly here. I've even taken the phone to help out before. Love this place.

We stopped in on a Saturday for an early dinner after visiting the Phoenix Art Museum which is across the street. There was outdoor seating but we chose an indoor table. The restaurant is open to the street and on a busy corner so it was rather noisy. The food was really excellent. We ordered the Mista salad and a white pizza with sausage and mushrooms. Both were delicious! Our waiter was super friendly, helpful and quick. We loved this place and would definitely recommend it.

Really appreciate a great pizza ? a slice normality is a crazy time.

Deliciously authentic Italian pizza in a beautiful location. Highly recommend, this is now my go-to pizza place in Phoenix

The best pizza in the valley. I go here every Friday. They do Neapolitan-style, as they should. The pastas, salads, and appetizers are also good. While I always get the diavola (spicy salame) pizza, I think I’ve had, or been with someone who’s had, every menu item now. We’re never disappointed.

All the food is amazing. Luka, Sandra, Roberto and staff are great! If you haven’t tried it, you need to!!

Amazing pastas and pizza, great atmosphere

We stopped in on a Saturday for an early dinner after visiting the Phoenix Art Museum which is across the street. There was outdoor seating but we chose an indoor table. The restaurant is open to the street and on a busy corner so it was rather noisy. The food was really excellent. We ordered the Mista salad and a white pizza with sausage and mushrooms. Both were delicious! Our waiter was super friendly, helpful and quick. We loved this place and would definitely recommend it.

Dine here for lunch weekly... Service is great, food even better!

Was good

Food and service is great

The Diavola pizza here is absolutely amazing! The sauce is divine, the amount of cheese is perfection, the proportion of salami is on point, and the crust flavor, texture and thickness is just right! Best one in town, hands down! If you go here, you have to try the meatballs with spicy marinara sauce too! I'm torn between whether I come here for the Diavola or the meatballs! They also have great specials with unique flavors! I have been here many times and plan many more visits!

Ok, standard pizza. Salad was ok. Setvice was great.

Genuine Italian food and genuinely good time!

Simply AMAZING! 100% service - great food - great atmosphere - good prices and the service is wonderful.

excellent! wouldn't change a thing.

I was pleasantly surprised by the authenticity of the food here! My husband and I stumbled in for a late night dinner right before closing. We were seated and our order was taken promptly. The food quality and value were impressive! I had the fettuccine and my husband had the shrimp ravioli. We shared a a tiramisu parfait. We will be back for sure!

Great food. Friendly staff. Family owned. Easy access

I'll be giving my "5" stars to this pasta restaurant. Highly recommended for both meetings and friends as well for having an excellent atmosphere. A great music selection and delicious foods. The most important was their professional crews who served their many customers very well. Such an amazing experience! Kudos!

Great pizza crust. We ordered to go and it was fast. The waitress was so nice and made sure my order was correct. We will be back for sure!

A mouthwatering hot pizza is what they always served to their customers. I love this pizza pub. The place was so cool and has a relaxing ambiance. The thin crust was perfect and cut into squares, and the cheese was perfectly melted. The staves were so friendly and welcoming. This pizza pub is a must-visit place to be.

As an Italian enthusiast of my country’s cuisine brought successfully to the rest of the world to enjoy: The experience at Forno 301 was beyond a 5 stars review and a surely a “must return to” on my and family’s weekly go to’s. Great choices from lunch Pastas to Pizza’s with the original flavor I was happy wasn’t lost in translation 👍🏼 Also great choice of wines, import beer and - SERIOUSLY- the best espresso! 🤩

This is one of the better Italian places I’ve been too in Phoenix. The pasta and pizza were both spectacular. I love fresh house made pasta. I will definitely be back.

Diavola pizza is delicious, just the right amount of spiciness....and plenty of salami! The pizza crust is also very good and brick oven cooked. The panna cotta is also delicious. Must try!

Fun atmosphere and good food.

Clean flavors! Decent ambiance. I left happy, even though you need to call ahead for a reservation, eating at the bar wasn't so bad.

When you walk into a restaurant that serves a cuisine from another culture or country and the servers and cooks speak with the accent from said country, you know it's going to be good. The food is great, the wine list is sufficient without being overly extensive or pretentious. I love the gnocchi and the margherita pizza. My husband raves over the ravioli. The antipasto plate is wonderful, as well. They don't plate super pretty like you'd find at a fine dining establishment but for the prices and vibe it still works. 10/10 would recommend.

If you are looking for authentic and delicious food, search no further! This restaurant has the most amazing owners who put so much pride in their food. I recommend trying the diavola pizza!

Food is good, especially the pasta. Downside is that when you are in the restaurant, you no longer need a mask. People were walking up to the bar without them. One patron asked a person ordering a drink at the bar (which it appears you are not supposed to do, particularly when you are at a table), to wear a mask, because the staff wasn’t saying anything. Once that happened, the bartender would no longer wait on the person and just gave him the bill. I’ve been supporting the restaurant even before the pandemic began. Sad to say, that given the actions by the staff, I will no longer support this restaurant.

Great food, I was really surprised with the quality and authenticity This is a mom and pop spot, I highly recommend I busted twice eating this I ordered a suprise drink, lol I also ordered the Sporcacciona, DELICIOUS They serve Coke products btw 😁

Great food and exceptional service

Forno 301 is a no for me. Service was good but the Fettuccine with carabonara sauce did not do anything for me. Won't be ordering that again

WOW, Great food and atmosphere. Very enjoyable meal.

A lovely find for lunch before a visit to the Heard Museum recently. We sat outside during a beautiful day, and the several courses we sampled among the three of us all were fresh, well-prepared and very tasty. It was an excellent experience, and we hope to go back when in the area!

Amazing food! Best pizza I've had in years!

The most authentic Italian food I’ve ever had in the US. Delicious.

Close to authentic Italian

Placed look spectacular. Had the special and must say, I'm obviously missing out on Italian food if this is what it tastes like.

Always a great meal with great service! Can't recommend this place enough.

Try the margarita pizza its bomb

Really tasty, top shelf food. Uniquely wonderful flavors from pizza to salad. Only the best ingredients, and it’s obvious. The pizza crust was to die for, nice flavored pizza dough, spread thin, and cooked crispy in a real wood fired oven. It had a lightly smoked flavor, very unique. The sauce was tangy, which is not normally my favorite, but the things that gave it the tangy flavore also brought great flavors to the party. I was pleasantly surprised at how I enjoyed the fresh, tangy pizza sauce. Then came the meat. The ham was prosciutto, with real Italian sausage, and pepperoni. Very good. I will definitely return one day for another pizza. I wanted a salad, which I ordered, but they don’t sell side salads. They only serve meal size salads, starting a $10. I told the waitress I really wished they sold a smaller, side salad, too which the waitress told me she would make me a nice smaller salad. She must have thought I complained about the large salad because I couldn’t eat it all, rather than having a problem with a $10 side salad, because she reduced the size of the salad, yet still charged me $10! At least it was a good salad, with exotic, light greens and a nice balsamic type dressing. Although I did’t reduce the five star rating, Forno 301 is VERY EXPENSIVE. My meal of a medium-large pizza, salad, and water, with the tip came to $35! That’s a little spendy in my book. Still, as long as you know going in that it’ expensive, the food is top of the line. It’s got really fresh, quality ingredients, presented in unique combinations. It’s within reach of even the little guy, if only for special occasions. To those with a slightly larger budget, do yourself a favor and head on down to Forno 301

Owner (or host or bartender or whatever he was) doesn't even wear a mask. Surgical mask around his neck from the moment we walked in. Disrespectful and irresponsible. Not to mention illegal in Phoenix.

Smashing great pizza - a ton of ambiance - superb wines - and authentic Italian!

Prior to trying out Howlin' Ray's, I had the sliders at Dave's Hot Chicken, which I thought was also good, but Howlin' Ray's was phenomenal. I got the Sando mild, which was a good amount of spice for me. There's just something about their chicken that they do so well. It's seasoned so well and the coleslaw they pair with the sandwich makes it really tasty. I also had some fries on the side which were dusted with their spices. I definitely appreciate that they're doing Postmates right now so it's more accessible than waiting in a long line in person.

A wonderful atmosphere; the staff always make you feel at home; and the food is out of this world.

This place never disappoints!!! Head and shoulders better than Pizzeria Bianco

Absolutely excellent food!

This place is great for pizza lovers! They have a satisfying service for they could be able to make a pizza that we wanted to have. The sauce that they made has a perfect combination of sweet and spicy. You could really savor the day while enjoying the taste of the pizza. Thank you so much for preparing it for us. Great job, guys!

Pizza, mmm, super tasty. I like it here always quality food & service. I've had nothing but great experiences here and will keep coming back. Menu is similar to a restaurant in El Paso I liked.

Great food! Highly suggest the pizza and pasta combo if it’s a cheat day!

Exquisite food, amazing servers and great atmosphere.

pizza and the scene here is excellent. Very tasty. Fast, efficient, and courteous service. It has a nice interior.

We are big fans!

pizza and the feeling at this location is great. Super place to meet and chat with coworkers. Looking forward to returning with my relatives. The place has a cool feel to it.

My favorite place for delicious Pizza. Certainly a top place in the area. The service was friendly and observant.

The food is very tasty. I love the fettuccine and tiramisu. It so close to the museum and I am glad we came here before we left Arizona.

Not familiar so we drove slowly and found the parking. Paid for the parking at one dollar per hour. That was fine. Inside it was really nice. Quickly seated at a table. Water glasses in seconds. Menus were prompt. Wine selection just right. Wanted a sweet wine. They had it. Split a plate of cheese and spinach ravioli and a veg pizza. I really like the crust. Good chew, nothing undercooked.

Roberto, Luca, and Sandra are just the icing on the cake when it comes to eating here at Forno. They make the experience that much more. The food is absolutely amazing. There hasn't been one thing on the menu I haven't enjoyed. It has become a regular hangout for lunch with its amazing atmosphere, great food, and untouchable service from the entire staff! Whether I dine alone or enjoy a meal with my entire family with kids included, my meals here are always unforgettable!

Pizza was pretty good, pretty sauce heavy, mozzarella was delicious, and the pastas looked delicious! Would come back to get it. They have a hot oil that I enjoyed.

Forno 301 is like a pizza dream come true! Their pizza is so good, you'll want to marry it. The place has a cool, cozy vibe, perfect for pizza parties with friends. The staff is pizza-tastically friendly. I went there and had a pizza party in my mouth – totally worth it!

This place has great food made with quality ingredients! I was thoroughly impressed with the atmosphere. If you like pizza this is for sure worth your time.

Forno 301 is a cozy spot in central Phoenix where you'll find some of the best scratch-made Italian food around. It's casual, friendly, and all about good vibes and great flavors. Roberto, the old bus boy, keeps everyone smiling with his top-notch drinks, hearty laughs, and a welcoming accent. I tried the fettuccine with carbonara sauce and chicken — it was simply delicious. Perfect for a laid-back evening with tasty food and a few laughs. Definitely worth a visit!

good food.. pizza’s/bread/bruschetta were tasty, salad was fresh.. limited beers/cocktails.. a good wine selection though.. would definitely go back for the pizza.. parking available..

Meeting up with friends, the service was very attentive. We were heading to a theater, so walking distance was great as well. The food was great! Pastas to pizza's. The apps weren't rushed either. Our server was very attentive, informative and polite. An over all great experience. Kicked off date nite fantastically!