Reviews of Il Forno. (Coffee Shop) in Auckland (Auckland).

Il Forno

229 Reviews

136 Comments

Coffee shop

Cafe

Bakery

Coffee store

Takeout Restaurant

55 Mackelvie Street, Ponsonby, Auckland 1021, New Zealand

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Information of Il Forno, Coffee shop in Auckland (Auckland)

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Reviews of Il Forno

E. F.

Great quality of baked goods, and coffee. The served meals are also very delicious when I've tried them. The cost is also very inexpensive for the area, making it my favourite bakery in the neighbourhood.

E. B.

It feels like discovering a hidden gem every time you walk into this place. The food is always amazing - from the fresh donuts and bread to the cooked meals to eat in to the frozen food you can take home for dinner that night. And the staff are always friendly and welcoming.

R. S.

Great variety, friendly staff, and really enjoyable tastes. Should be even nice when people are allowed to dine in.

H. K.

Great little Italian bakery and cafe. Plenty of yummy choices in the cabinet. I ordered the cooked breakfast - it was excellent. The bread was fresh and tasty. All the ingredients used were of top quality. The price was very reasonable. Highly recommended!

F. R.

My wife and I come here all time. It's one of the cafes in Auckland that make amazing food and coffees. Would definitely recommend this place.

P. G.

I enjoyed a lovely morning coffee and tart here. I also had a champagne ham and brie croissant and took a donut and Danish to go for the hard day ahead.. The breakfast and coffee was quite unimpressive I'm sad to say. I had a decaf latte (which are rarely any good, perhaps inferior beans) which was a little on the bland side, and the croissant was quite overcooked so very brittle and hard. The chocolate tart filling was very nice, great flavour, but the base was nothing special. The donut and danish, I have to say, were absolutely delightful, great textures, flavours and extremely satisfying. Also the ambience and styling of the cafe is really cool, with the large wooden tables and rustic styling. The people were also friendly, which is always good. I would come back and perhaps order a normal latte and go straight for the donuts or danishes!

A. B.

Quite simply il Forno makes the best selection of donuts. Cream, jam, cinnamon, sugar yum. They also sell filled rolls, loaves, beautiful apricot slice, tasty breakfast, packaged dinners, large Xmas cakes, Christmas mince pies and awesome coffee. Then there’s Karla behind the counter she is so warm and friendly, with a heart of gold. Definitely love this place. Loads of locals, dog friendly and parking outside.

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We had DECAF americano and flatwhite. Delicious coffee, little snack with coffee was also delicious, we had one delicious almond croissant with it too :) Lots of car park around and staffs were very kind and lovely ♡ Thank you and see you again 👍

M. M.

Great range of cabinet food! The pastries are delicious! 10/10 for the donuts!! Definitely recommend!

S. K.

I go here whenever I go to Ponsonby and I'm never disappointed. Fantastic cooked breakfast, excellent coffee and superb pastries. The service is always friendly and fast.

A. L.

Donut alway fantastic.. I can never resist it, if I am in the area.

K. J.

Love this place. No Italian hot chocolate was available when I visited.

R. C.

Amazing spot for a sit down meal (if you can get a seat) or just to grab some baked goods. Donuts and loaves are great!

A. O.

Great pastries and coffee, and decent frozen meal options. Highly recommend.

N. W.

Off of Ponsonby main road. Was away from traffic and noise. Great selection of food and drinks eg coffee, tea etc. Family friendly, staff are very helpful. Clean and tidy. Nice place to relax and talk.

E.

Cosy cafe, great variation of food and value for money. Shame about the old plastic plants on the wall.

J. K.

It used to be the best one in Auckland. But recently they let me down very often. The price is higher now, but the portions and quantities are lower. I bought the sourdough bread, it didn't prove well, basically i had to throw. Hope they can be back to before.

B. B.

Best coffee in Auckland, authentic Italian test. Fresh pastries. Highly recommended.we love this place, friendly staff. Nia makes perfect Italian cappuccino.

C. L.

Very busy cafe, with great vibe. Big serves of food and great coffee. The breads to buy were amazing and the cakes etc in the cabinet looked delicious . Our family had Bacon & Eggs, Eggs Benedict, Full English, and I had the crepes. Would definitely recommend.

m. m.

Almond croissant the stuff of dreams. The smell of freshly baked goods kept interrupting my train of conversation. Coffee so good I considered licking the cup out but...that would've been gross.

M. H.

Quick and efficient service, food was lacking real taste, plenty of doughnuts and cakes slices as well

R. J.

A wonderful bakery with a huge range of offerings. You'll be spoilt for choice. Reminds me of being in Italy. Worth a trip, so good.

C. H.

Best bakery that I've been to in New Zealand. Not expensive at all. I can's understand some negative ratings.

C. R.

Good bakery, also a nice place to grab a coffee, I'd be more inclined to takeaway though, than have there.

V. T.

This morning I picked up coffees, doughnuts and a loaf of fresh wholemeal sourdough. It was all so fresh and so delicious.

B. A.

Great little Italian bakery & Cafe

C. K.

One of the Best flat whites in Auckland; And Best. Morning. Gnocchi. Ever! But you guys need more salt & pepper shakers! And less sticky tables please :)

A. T.

Try the cherry donuts. They are delicious. Not as big a fan of the almond croissant, it only has almond on the top, not in the middle, which makes it a bit dry. Great coffee.

G. A.

Must go for everyone.... best doughnuts ever

E. E.

Had a wonderful Bombolone and delicious coffee. Very authentic Italian taste. Great customer service. Thanks Silvia and Carla for the great experience. I'm definitely coming back!

M. N.

Amazing European pastries. A great range of cakes and cabinet food. Lovely bread. Decent prices. We'll be back!

C. M. S.

went for brekkie/bruch - kai was ideal and service 'ditto'- my first visit

B.

I went there last week and it was amazing. So I went back today and was disappointed. A lady I had not seen before was very very very rude. I added Hollandaise sauce which was $1 last week and she said $2.50 this time. I said sorry I paid $1 for that last week and she said no I didn't. I said yes I did I had it last week. She said your wrong that's impossible. And was very rude about it. Generally staff will say oh okay that's okay I will charge you $1 again since I paid $1 last week.. Portion size was significantly smaller also and forgot about my friends coffee and he requested takeaway twice but came on a plate. so I think the experience depends on the staff. 1 great and 1 not to good service wise.

H. F.

Amazing food and selection. Great prices too!! Had amazing lasagna for only $12. Fantastic experience left feeling very happy and satisfied with a belly filled with food will definitely be coming.

J.

Good.

C. R.

Constantly just superb food. Ham and brie croissant always my go-to. Great selection of take home ready to cook meals in the fridge.

G. T.

One sincerely hopes this ‘never disappointing’ great Auckland ‘Italian’ (café/restaurant & bakery) will stand tall and ‘walk’ again after The Scourge of 2020 has passed. ’ Possa il buon Dio benedire il tua forno ‘.

C. S.

I cannot stress this enough, this IS the best bakery in Auckland. This is not my humble opinion. It's just a fact.

M. M.

We love the food service and bread here. Great value for money.

J. B.

Now that I've moved from AKL I have realized how I took your amazing bread and baked goods for granted. Fair prices, great service and delicious food.

L. M.

Excellent coffee. Delicious breakfast and Italian bakery

a. m.

Love the Italian bomb alone donuts here. Great food

D. L.

Where tonl find the best breakfast Italian style ever. Cannoli or cakes just awesome. Coffee is delicious and staff really friendly. Nice place A+

K. N.

Food is excellent & Staff are nice and friendly. Try it, if you're around the area, you won't regret it......it's small with limited seating, so plan for a quick dinning experience or takeaway :)

J. A.

Great breads + cakes for good prices. Their frozen lasagnes are worth checking out too

M. N.

We love this place just around the corner. Breakfast is amazing and their takeaway meals are divine. Fantastic pricing, and it truly reminds me of eating in Italy

J. H.

Absolutely love this place. A little overpriced but will definitely be returning. The fresh baked goods are great.

A. D.

Delicious breakfast 😋

A. S.

Nice place with good cabinet food. Service mediocre. Pity! Someone had told me that the staff was great at engaging the customers. Not the day I went.

H. P.

Good options of quick bites!

A. D.

A decent (tbh, one of the best) plate of Eggs Benedict in Auckland. Simple and friendly service, with amazing cafe classics

N. I.

Mille grazie. The pastry was delicious and nice with my coffee.

J. I.

Local Italian pasticceria. Super friendly staff, awesome selection of pastries, bread and pre-made meals. My go to on a Sunday morning for coffee and papers.

M. B.

Good choice of bakery and good coffee.

B. K.

Nice little bakery with a lovely staff and plenty of yummy food to chose from - their pastries are among the best ones you can get in Central Auckland.

J. C.

Such amazing delicious food, and I had a really good cappuccino here

P. C.

We love Il Forno - some of the best breakfast treats in Auckland.

P. P.

Amazing! Always so spoilt for choice - big breakfast is delish and you can't go wrong with their cabinet selection

W. S.

Such great service and everything was just delicious, a must try often id say

N. W.

Has become a regular spot we try to visit when in Auckland. Great coffee and great food.

D. F.

Awesome baking and great café. Practice a little Italian too.

R. D.

Popped in on a whim and everything looked good, decided on xmas fruit tarts to share with friends and they were exceptional!

A. L.

Awesome cabinet food. And super friendly staff

T. N.

Great coffee and an amazing Tiramisu. Pick up a loaf of bread to take home with you as well!

K. C.

The best pastries and bread you can find ! Awesome service 🥰

J.

Great bread and their pastries are awesome value and sooo delicious

P. M.

Lovely bakery breads and pastries and a cafe with the best value-for-money big breakfast in Ponsonby.

B. W.

Good coffee, GREAT food, and one of the most reasonably priced cafes in Ponsonby.

R. W.

It's the best place I have ever visited and food quality is fabulous you cant imagine how the food test You have to visit this place once in your life

A. C.

I ordered a hot chocolate and got it but also got a small sweet delicious bread with it. The beverage.

J. C.

One of the best coffee's I have ever had - was about a year ago and I still remember it

N. R.

Great hot chocolatemmmmmm still the best pastries in Auckland.

M. C.

The best god dam salami pizza bread ever..

H. C.

Cheap prices and amazing food

E. R.

Good bread and variety as well of sandwiches. Good coffee too.

F. R.

Great location and ambience. Had the Mediteranian omlet. Highly recommended.

J. H.

Great food and coffee at fantastic prices!

A. E.

Best doughnuts in NZ

A. h.

Best food in ponsonby the lasagne is so fabulous - wholesome food and nice staff

C. S.

Great coffee and food.

L.

Very nice place and good selection of food.

G. P.

Great omelette coffee and pastries

N. K. K.

Love everything especially BOMBOLINAS, and the coffee 😊

A. B.

This is the most value friendly delious cafe in auckland

R. W.

The best place to have breakfasts and lunch.

E.

Love their sourdoughs and pastries!

J. W.

Great food and nice atmosphere.

L. F.

Had nice breakfast there :)

T. K.

Quick and efficient service with great tasting food

P. N.

Amazing place high quality coffee

G. T.

Still has great pastries and bread

R. D.

Always great breads

A. J.

Good place to have a coffee.

T. C.

Best bakery in ponsonby.

Y. S.

Good coffee and pastries

G. C.

Great food and great coffee

H. B.

Great coffee and service

g. l.

Dusted Chocolate Croissants with almond slithers- to die for

T. H.

Everything is delicious :D

J. C.

Best lunch Cafe in Ponsonby

J.

Not the same anymore. Wont go back

M. M.

Very good italian stile!

J. S.

Great Italian food

G. D.

Simple setting, good flavours

d.

The staff are great!

A.

Love this store

j. j.

Nice food

A. T.

My favourite in Ponsonby area

M. B.

Great bakery!

S.

Love it.

b. f.

Awesome

A. R.

Yum!!

C. F.

Wonderfull

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(Translated) Excellent staff, my favorite breakfast is only found here! I love you (Original) Eccellente staff, la mia colazione preferita la trovo solo qui! Vi adoro

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(Translated) Really good donuts and croissants !!!!! (Original) Really good bomboloni and croissants!!!!!

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(Translated) Delicious cafe and bakery in Auckland (Original) Deliciosa cafetería y panadería en Auckland

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(Translated) Best cafe ... (Original) Best cafe...

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(Translated) Best bombolone (Original) Best bombolone

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