Since 1997, La Fornaretta has been thrilling our customers with authentic Sicilian cuisine, prepared from scratch using the finest ingredients imported from Italy and the freshest meats, poultry, fish and produce from local merchants, all served in a warm and friendly environment. Part of a family tradition dating back over 50 years, our special combination of traditional Italian hospitality and wholesome, delicious food has made us Newcastle’s year-round choice for affordable, casual dining. Located in a historical fruit-packing shed, in an atmosphere which brilliantly merges rustic Sicily and Old California, La Fornaretta offers comfortable seating indoor and outdoor, a wine bar, and a banquet room for private events.
Traditional Sicilian dishes & housemade pizza served in a charming bistro with a wine bar & patio. Based on 563 reviews, the restaurant has received a rating of 4.7 stars. Price $$
✔️ Dine-in ✔️ Takeout ✔️ No-contact delivery
Address:
455 Main St #4, Newcastle, CA 95658
Phone: (916) 663-1338
Website:
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Hours
| Friday |
4:30–9 PM |
| Saturday |
4:30–9 PM |
| Sunday |
4:30–9 PM |
| Monday
(Labor Day)
|
Closed |
| Tuesday |
Closed |
| Wednesday |
4:30–9 PM |
| Thursday |
4:30–9 PM |
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Reservations: lafornaretta.com
Reviews
Riley Simas
Great quant Italian restaurant with superb servers. We got the pizza and pasta with meatballs and it was top notch! Didn’t expect such good Italian food outside of the big city.
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Felicia
I thoroughly enjoyed this little Italian restaurant!! Our server was great and went above our expectations! This was our first time there and they helped us with the menu choices. I had the Pasta Bolognese, Eggplant Parm and Tiramisu for desert. I couldn’t decide so i got both and both were delicious! Will be coming back!! Thank you for a great experience!!
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Karen McPherson
Truly impressed beyond our expectations
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Leland Sisk
Good restaurant. The food is very good, the service excellent and our server was very attentive. One thing I noticed when it came time to pay the check was a charge on the bill that said ‘cc adjustment’. When i asked what that was, I was informed that the restaurant was adding a charge to the bill to cover the 4% fee paid to the credit card company for handling the transaction. Hmmm, never seen that before. So, if you pay cash, ask that this charge be removed. Also, when you figure the tip, exclude that charge and the sales tax, which together comes to over 12%. I have no problem tipping. I just don’t wanna tip those who do not earn it.
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Maria DAngelo
My sister and her boyfriend took my husband and I out for dinner. We’re from Minnesota … always looking for authentic Sicilian restaurants. This is it!!
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P P
I definitely recommend that you call ahead for a reservation. Well worth the wait. The burratta appetizer was absolutely amazing! Great date night spot in beautiful New Castle?
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Doug Kim, Roseville Realtor 916
What a special place. This was my first time eating here. The food was ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️. The hostess and wait staff were exceptional! They were so attentive and engaging. The atmosphere was inviting and cozy. I cannot wait to eat here again.
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Alex Francis
I visited as a pre- race meal before The Canyons Endurance Runs. You bet I loved it. Good authentic food and good fuel.
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Troy Martin
Hidden Gem found on the way to the mountains!
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Erik Hovland
If you ever visited this restaurant when it was in Pasadena, it is STILL the same and excellent. We had a fantastic time and a lovely meal. One of the owners came to speak to us when we said we sought them out and it was wonderful to reminisce with them. Everything on this menu is great! Do not miss this place.
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