Lively venue serving Italian coffees, snacks and meals, with kids' activity packs and a cellar bar. Summary via Google
About Al Forno
Al Forno occupies a lively space on Skinnergate serving Italian food and coffee. The menu includes pasta, pizza and tiramisu, with portions described as generous. Children's activity packs are available.
The restaurant holds a five-star food hygiene rating and welcomes bookings. A cellar bar operates within the venue. Service standards vary according to recent feedback.
Opening hours
- Monday
- 11:30 AM – 10:00 PM
- Tuesday
- 11:30 AM – 10:00 PM
- Wednesday
- 11:30 AM – 10:00 PM
- Thursday
- 11:30 AM – 10:00 PM
- Friday
- 11:30 AM – 10:00 PM
- Saturday
- 11:30 AM – 10:00 PM
- Sunday
- 11:30 AM – 8:00 PM
What's nearby
- Tre Amici next door
- Cafe Spice next door
- Darlington Quaker Meeting next door
- The Tanners Hall 100m away
- The Dolphin Centre 200m away
Distances as the crow flies, via Google
Diners like this restaurant's authentic Italian food, including delicious pasta, pizza, and tiramisu, with generous portions. They also highlight the fair prices, pleasant atmosphere, and professional, attentive staff.
Some reviews mention the service can be inefficient.
Summary via Google
At a glance
- Guest rating
- 4.2 / 5 (1,018 reviews)
- Good for children
- Yes
- Good for groups
- Yes
- Booking required
- Yes
- Food hygiene rating
- 5 out of 5 – Very good
- Destination
- Darlington
Food hygiene rating from the Food Standards Agency.