Ferraro Truly Italian in Airdrie

403 MacKenzie Way SW #5101, Airdrie, AB T4B 0V7, Canada

★★★★☆
(820 reviews)
Categories: Restaurant Gluten-free restaurant Italian restaurant

About

Welcome to FERRARO Truly Italian Come join Manny and Nyla for a FINE DINING EXPERIENCE Italian cuisine and hospitality. No dish is the same all made with passion, tradition and creativity.

Website
ferrarofresh.com
Address
403 MacKenzie Way SW #5101, Airdrie, AB T4B 0V7, Canada
Plus Code
7XQG+H4 Airdrie, Alberta, Canada
Time Zone
America/Edmonton

Business Hours

Monday
11 AM–9 PM
Tuesday
Closed
Wednesday
Closed
Thursday
5 AM–9 PM
Friday
11 AM–10 PM
Saturday
12–10 PM
Sunday
12–8:30 PM

Services

Service options
No-contact delivery Delivery On-site services Takeaway Dine-in
Highlights
Great cocktails
Accessibility
Wheelchair-accessible car park Wheelchair-accessible entrance Wheelchair-accessible seating Wheelchair-accessible toilet
Offerings
Alcohol Beer Cocktails Coffee Healthy options Spirits Vegetarian options Wine
Dining options
Lunch Dinner Catering Counter service Dessert Seating
Amenities
Bar on site Gender-neutral toilets Toilets Wi-Fi Wi-Fi
Atmosphere
Casual Cosy
Crowd
Groups
Planning
Reservations required Accepts reservations
Payments
Credit cards Debit cards NFC mobile payments Credit cards
Parking
Free of charge street parking Free parking lot Parking

Photos

Reviews

4.4
★★★★☆
820 reviews

Most Mentioned

pizza (96) gluten free (28) birthday (23) ravioli (20) focaccia (18) lasagna (17) fettuccine (11) sicilian (6) cannoli (6) tomato salad (5)
5 stars
642
4 stars
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34
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1 stars
72
★★★★★
November 16, 2024

My daughter is celiac and she was able to pick from many gluten free options. Our food was absolutely delicious!!!! Everything was authentic with fresh ingredients. This was my fourth visit and I will be definitely back. We were very Impressed that the owner and his wife checked in with each table. Friendly staff. Bonus they have nightly specials as well to choose from.

★★★★★
November 10, 2024

I had the pleasure of eating at Italian restaurants in Montreal, Vancouver, Toronto, Rome , Venice to name a few. This restaurant is my favourite! The food is fantastic. The service is very attentive and the owners are genuine and delightful. Ferraro is an authentic Italian restaurant with outstanding flavorful dishes in the heart of Airdrie. Handmade pasta, great sauces, and perfectly cooked meats, awaited us. This is Italian dining at its finest—highly recommended!

★★★
November 9, 2024

Server was very new, did her best but was probably too new to be on her own. Food was just okay, but not for the price point. $9 additional charge on a $30 "just okay" pasta is just cruel for the gluten intolerant. Restaurant is nice but they didn't do much after takeover from the previous restaurant. Bathroom fans are loud and the place is fairly scuffed up around the edges for being 1 year old. small attentions to detail would drastically improve.

★★★★★
November 8, 2024

My husband and I had to go to Calgary and on our way home we decided to stop in Airdrie for dinner. We were so happy with the service and the food was amazing I wish I had more pictures but we were too busy eating, my husband just needed a Pic of the tomahawk steak he was so impressed! We will definitely be going back!

★★★★★
September 15, 2024

There's no words that can convey how uniquely awesome this place is! ​ Truly Italian: the name says it all. Family recipies passed down generations from ​Sicily. A fine craftsmanship of fresh local and real Italian imported ingredients. Everything from their "pasta di semola Italiana", hearty sauces, pizza, freshly baked Focaccia, to their delightful cannoli: all in-house made from scratch by professional chefs with true artistic passion. Ti do tre stelle Michelin! 🌟🌟🌟 It's the closest you'll ever get to Italy, right here in beautiful Airdrie! ❤️🇮🇹😊

★★★★★
September 5, 2024

Love the food here! Prices are a bit high but the steaks and risotto are delicious, chefs know what they are doing. Service can be better. In overall, my family enjoys our meals there.

★★★★★
September 1, 2024

Dining at this authentic Italian restaurant is an absolute delight! The staff welcomes you like family, ensuring every detail of your experience is perfect. The food? Simply outstanding! Each dish is a testament to traditional Italian cuisine, bursting with fresh, vibrant flavors that transport you straight to Italy. Whether it's the handmade pasta, rich sauces, or the perfectly cooked meats, every bite is pure perfection. The ambiance adds the final touch to an unforgettable meal. This is Italian dining at its finest—highly recommended!

★★★★★
June 27, 2024

My husband took me here for my birthday. It was our first time and we were blown away by the flavour and ambience! We decided to share two dishes and chose the Rigatoni Carbonara (with pancetta, egg, pecorino and black pepper) and the risotto (with truffle cream, white wine sauce and mushrooms). Both dishes were beyond flavourful and like nothing we've tasted before. We will definitely be back. The hard part is deciding between trying something new and enjoying the same dishes again.

★★★★★
December 7, 2024

Manny made tonight s dinner a 15/10. Amazing food, great atmosphere and the best service. Tableside caccio de Pepe was an epic offering on the weekend menu. Thank you

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 7, 2024

As always, Ferraro was amazing. This is our go to restaurant in Airdrie for a nice dinner!

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 7, 2024

Beautiful little spot we came across. Lovely atmosphere and healthy portions.

★★★★★
November 23, 2024

Great atmosphere, nice local place with amazing, in house made gluten free pasta Dietary restrictions: Accommodates celiac

★★★★★
Local Guide
November 21, 2024

Brought the family, left with happy hearts and full stomachs! Epic food, flawless service. Ferraro Truly Italian delivers the real Italian experience. 100% recommend!

★★★★★
November 21, 2024

Highly recommend this place. We gladly drive an hour and a half to this restaurant!! The waiter & chefs are amazing! This place never disappoints.

★★★★★
November 21, 2024

The best Italian Restaurant in Aidrie. Romantic Atmosphere with superior service. AWESOME!!

★★★★★
Local Guide
November 21, 2024

Fantastic Italian food, fresh ingredients and a very nice dinning experience overall.

★★★★★
Local Guide
November 21, 2024

Great stuff. Served by Zeru G. Very helpful

November 21, 2024

We ll, where do I begin we went out tonight for my birthday (4 of us). Upon ordering we had waiting a fair amount of time to receive our meals, but upon arrival, my meal was missing. Our waiter said it would be coming out shortly, but little did I know shortly is nee lingo for an hour. They did comp my meal tho lol but not the veggies I ordered as a side. Would not recommend this place or be returning.

★★★★★
November 21, 2024

Excellent food and service is top notch

November 21, 2024

Extremely rude ownership and kitchen staff

★★★★★
November 21, 2024

Ferraro Truly Italian is by far in my opinion, the best Italian restaurant. We have been patrons of this establishment since they blessed Airdrie with setting up shop here and very few Italian restaurants I have visited in North America come close to the food, service and atmosphere that is here. We are so thankful they are in Airdrie. The menu and nightly special board is prepared with dedicated passion and standards. Hand made ingredients, outstanding service and such a warm community atmosphere. I recommend this place every chance I get. Treat yourself to something that is not the usual run of the mill and amazing food, wines, cocktails and atmosphere. We always look forward to coming here for either a nice meal or just to stop by and have a drink and a snack and relax.

★★★★★
November 21, 2024

Fantastic food and atmosphere at this restaurant. We had pizza, spaghetti bolognese and pollo bolognese and all were fantastic. Highly recommend this restaurant. It s a hidden gem!

★★
Local Guide
November 21, 2024

I would not recommend this restaurant. When you first walk in, it looks beautiful, but unfortunately the service is very poor. We were seated at our table and a women came over to take our orders. You could smell cigarettes on her hands. My husband wanted to order the mushroom truffle dish with chicken and she completely swayed him away saying that the chicken will take away from the truffle. Like why even have the additions offered on the menu if you don t want your customers adding to it lol. We have eaten plenty of truffle dishes. He ended up ordering the lasagne I ordered the truffle pasta with gluten free fettuccine for an extra $9 and still decided to add chicken. She did not write down our order My dish came out and they served my pasta with spaghetti and not fettuccine. The waitress (a different lady) left the table before I could say anything. No one came back to check up on us while eating. Honestly the truffle dish didn t even taste of truffle lol which I find humorous as she was so offended we wanted to add chicken I wouldn t recommend this restaurant to anyone Dietary restrictions: Gluten free

★★
November 21, 2024

Not a great first impression, showed up as a party of 1, and was turned away at 8:26pm, was told kitchen was closed. On google here though it says they close at 9pm though, and for most restaurants, the stated closing time is usually the time the kitchen closes. And I see on the door dash app that I can still place an order for pick up or delivery. Just disappointing

★★★★★
Local Guide
October 21, 2024

If I could give more stars for the service I would. Delicious food and excellent service

★★★★★
October 21, 2024

Ordered Arabiata pizza and it was so good. Will was a really nice guy, helped us modify our pizza and gave suggestions.

★★
October 21, 2024

Came in for my birthday dinner. We made a large reservation. Nothing was said at that time about the fact that their system cannot do separate bills. The food was fabulous. Service was alright. When it came time to pay they tried to have us all on one bill. My mother said we need it separated, and was told we cant. So my mother said well you kind of have to as we are not all paying together. Then we were told that they would do it this time for us but next time it cant happen. Then the guy called out my mother saying that he didnt appreciate her response, and that its all over their website and the menu. We did not see that and we werent told at the time of booking OR when we came in .... so right..... I was a server for a long time in my younger years, a long time. This is 100% how you do not speak to your customers.... especially in a time when everyones money is tight. Individuals, families and businesses. We came here for a birthday as it was a special occasion. We will not be spending our hard earned money here again.

★★
October 21, 2024

MY FAMILY WITH A GROUP OPF 12 JUST HAD THE WORST EXPERIENCE IN DINING AT THIS ESTABLISHMENT WHICH CALLS ITSELF AN EXPERIENCE IN DINING. FOOD WAS MEDOCER FOR THE PRICE AND THE STAFF, IN PARTICULAR, THE WAITER THAT SERVED OUR GROUP WAS EXTREMELY RUDE AND UNPROFESSIONAL hIS DEMENOR JUST COST THE RESTAURANT 12 OR MORE PATRONS WHICH WILL NEVER RETURN. thE WAITER SHOULD BE FIRED

★★★
October 21, 2024

Had to ask for drinks, starters and orders to be taken. Food was excellent. Service was rude and we felt like we annoyed them. Being a large group with a 600$$ bill I would have expected better for sure. At least to be offered Food and drink and not to be made to ask to be served. Paros on main next time for sure.

★★★★★
October 21, 2024

The best atmosphere and great customer service. Servers and kitchen staff are amazing. Food

★★★★★
October 21, 2024

We had a wonderful experience at this restaurant. The food was great. Highly recommend the salmon, duck and focaccia bread. Our waitress Jayden was absolutely fantastic, best waitress we ve had in a long time. She was knowledgeable, attentive and kind.

★★★
Local Guide
October 21, 2024

Left unsatisfied & unsatieted & $65 poorer.

★★★★
Local Guide
October 21, 2024

Dietary restrictions: Gluten free options available Wheelchair accessibility: Ground level restaurant Food : 4/5 |

★★★★★
Local Guide
September 21, 2024

Still a favourite. Great food, great service. Whats not to love?

★★★★★
Local Guide
September 21, 2024

Amazing food here! Cozy atmosphere. The gluten free options are indistinguishable from the regular options. Well be back. Dietary restrictions: Gluten Free options are incredible. My wife, who is allergic, felt like she was just eating regular pasta.

★★★★★
September 21, 2024

Found another gem out there. Took my daughter out for supper, and wow, I was blown away by the taste of the food! Absolutely Next time Im in the area, I will definitely be coming back. Food

★★★★★
September 21, 2024

Great Food. Awesome Service. You feel like Family when you walk in. Just like going to Nonnas house for supper. Kid-friendliness: they do not ignore the little ones!

★★★★★
September 21, 2024

A absolutely wonderful meal, we had the special tonight, best steak ever, the owner and his wife lovely folks and their staff the best. Great dining experience will definitely go again

★★
September 21, 2024

We booked a table for a large family event, a birthday. We can t always gather together, so this was a special time. At the suggestion of some friends not to book this restaurant mainly to the owners wife who can be bossy and rude, however,we carried on with the booking, regrettably. After being arriving to a frosty unwelcoming greet from the female owner of the restaurant, she seated us to our table. We waited another 30 minutes to receive our menus to order and a further hour and half for our meals Having children in our party and one with type 1 diabetes, We ordered our meals and drinks as soon as we could, one drink being a Diet Coke for the T1D. Our drinks arrived and the Diet Coke was given to the wrong person, resulting in a medical high for the child and insulin needing to be administered immediately. One meal didn t arrive. We highlighted this and it took another 10 minutes to receive. 3 hours later after arriving at the restaurant and after paying for our bill of almost $600 plus the mandatory 18% tip of almost $100 ( with the late meal and Diet Coke removed) At the time of leaving the male owner took us to one side and he acknowledged the evenings issues along with apologizing, stating he had noticed on numerous occasions there were issues with our event and how could he make the experience better We expressed we weren t happy with the medical emergency and the importance of delivering the correct drinks to the right person and mentioned we were unhappy with having to pay the entire $100 tip and would have liked to had the choice to reduce due to the poor service provided. The male owner agreed, he then began the process of reimbursing us, at which time the female owner came over, took the receipt, she was extremely rude, argued the fact that the child did have the Diet Coke and she had already removed her meal and the late meal, on top of which she said she also removed a desert which they gave complimentary for the birthday person (which was not ordered by our party in advance) and she wasn t going to do anything more for us. The customer service and argumentative attitude we received by this female owner was unprofessional and disappointing, it s no wonder we were recommended not to go to this restaurant in the beginning. We left the premises having paid in full, as were unwilling to participate in an argument with the female owner, who seemed incapable of being friendly or polite. We will not be returning.

★★★★★
September 21, 2024

I have been here a few times and every time it was been fantastic. I have tried a few different items and each one was delicious! The focaccia bread is the best I have had hands down. The pasta is divine without being too heavy. The pizza was amazing. We went tonight and as we ended the evening the owner walked us out. He chatted with him for a few minutes and he was super nice as well. I recommend this place to anyone who lives in Airdrie or even just pass by. We will definitely be going again!

★★★★
September 21, 2024

****After the owners read my review, they were kind enough to send me an email and ask to speak with me. I changed my review based on the fact they took the time to listen and understand where i was coming from. This action speaks volumes. **** My daughter in- law and I ordered the special which indicated shrimp, shallots, garlic, chili and cheese. When the meals came, I couldnt believe the spice level and I enjoy spice ( I was sweatin). My daughter in-law could not eat it. When I brought it up with our server, he went over to the chalkboard where the specials were posted and pointed to the word chili. He couldnt even have a conversation? If a chef is going to prepare a dish that is a level 7 spice, then it is the servers responsibility to alert the guest. (especially at this price point) How were we to know? There are plenty of dishes that have chili and do not make you uncomfortable. I tipped 20% 226.00 and am regretting it. The service was worse than the spice level. I realized after tipping that I didnt do him any favours. He thought he did a great job and will continue to treat the guests poorly. I have been to Ferraro a few times and not sure I would go back.

★★
August 21, 2024

Worst service Ive received at a restaurant in many years

★★★★★
August 21, 2024

Got the seafood pasta and it was very good, definitely was what I was craving. We also had a pizza which was very well done. Service was friendly and kind. The restaurant is beautiful and well for a fancy date although I went with my one year old and three year old. Thanks!

★★★★★
Local Guide
August 21, 2024

AH-MAZING. I have been here numerous times with family and have never been disappointed. Carbonera - delicious. Pizzas-delicious. Ceasar salad- delicious. Creme Brulee -delicious. I tend to stick to safe foods for health reason so I dont experiment with a lot of foods outside of my home hut even the bites Ive tried off of my family and friends have been truly delicious.

★★
Local Guide
August 21, 2024

Unfortunately this place isn t as great as when it first opened. The service leans toward the rude end of the scale and the wait is awful - we re talking well over an hour and a half to get our meals. The food is decent, but seems incredibly overpriced. Cocktails were underwhelming. We ll probably stick to ordering pizza for takeout, but I d skip the dine-in experience.

★★★★★
August 21, 2024

My husband and I went to this restaurant for the first time and we were not disappointed. The food was as beautiful as it was delicious. The service was amazing and the staff are so kind.

★★★★★
Local Guide
August 21, 2024

Amazing food. The pasta is homemade and fresh. I would highly recommend eating here.

★★★★★
August 21, 2024

Incredible service and food !

★★★★★
August 21, 2024

The food is seriously, that good!!

★★★★★
Local Guide
August 21, 2024

The spaghetti is to die for. I dont usually like red sauce but I ate every bite! The waiter needs to be let go. There is nothing worse than going out to spend your hard earned money on crappy service. He could barely speak English and asked us if we looked at the dinner specials written on the wall in the other section of the restaurant. Thats your job. The cute young lady who brought us to the table and gave us the cheque was very kind and friendly.

★★★★★
August 21, 2024

Ferraro is our go-to date night spot! Always delicious, friendly service, great atmosphere. We love it!

★★
July 21, 2024

This used to be my favorite Italian restaurant in Airdrie....and also my highly recommended one too... But after last nights experience I will have to find a new one.... I always ordered the Carbonara...it was really good they used to make it with the thin long noodles... The first time I ordered it...it was more dry than creamy than I expected but still good! I talked to both the owners cause at that time they still came even when I said it was good but not what I expected they told me this is how it is made in Italy and that here they changed it to make it more creamy by adding cream....so following times I went back I asked if they could add cream to it and it was amazing ( this was when they were located in the hotel close to the KFC) I even ordered a couple of times take out.... Last night, after waiting, about an hour and a half for my food... They brought the pizza burnt And the Carbonara was made with these thick round noodles it was cold the sauce was watery and they put soo much pepper on it..... I ate 1 slice of pizza ( my daughter ate 1 and my mom ate 1 slice ) because me and my daughter didnt have lunch so we were really hungry and I was irritated and had a headache at this point.... So the owner came out and I apologize I should have been a little kinder but I had a headache and was irritated after waiting 1.5 hours for my food the waiter didnt even come to check if everything was okay....he came at the end and asked if we liked everything and wanted desert! The owner started arguing with me that... with the Carbonara, it was always made with those noodles, and not the ones I was talking about, like I was stupid or something!!! When I went home, I littery went through my Google images to find the photo to prove I was not lying ... but I feel like its a waste to even go back and show them! Anyways to end it off, I was just very disappointed with last nights service, and it wont be a restaurant (for Italian food). I would recommend again.

★★★★★
Local Guide
July 21, 2024

The chef knows what s going on!!! Incredible flavour and authentic taste. Support a local business!

★★★★★
July 21, 2024

Our family made a short stop at this restaurant while on a road trip, and saw that there were very good reviews. The wait time was quite long, but it was worth it when we finally received our orders. Everything turned out amazing. You can tell the food here is made with love and care.

★★★★★
Local Guide
July 21, 2024

I was coming back from a walk the other day and I underestimated my ability to get back home. I have a disability that limits how far I can go. I saw some outdoor tables at Ferraro and just needed to sit down for a moment to regroup and catch my breath for a moment. As I was sitting there admittably looking in rough shape, Lela one of your very observant and caring employees came and asked me if I needed help. ( Can I call you an ambulance? No, I should be okay. Are you sure?) I said I needed a moment to rest before moving on. She said she would give me as long as I needed and went back inside. When I was ready to leave she checked on me again. I told her I felt good enough to go home and very sweetly she offered to walk me back to my apartment just a half a block down the street! I declined but she stayed out on the street making sure I wasn t going to collapse or something like that! As I rounded the corner into my complex she waved to me. I think it s safe to say that she would be a great employee to take your order. We ve been looking for a new eat out place and we will definitely check it out!

★★★★★
July 21, 2024

Great food, carefully prepared. Come on a weeknight so you get to enjoy chatting with the staff like a real Italian restaurant should be

July 21, 2024

Way to exspensive for pasta

★★★★★
July 21, 2024

Caesar salad was exceptional. The duck wings were extremely tasty with a hint of spice. We all had the tortolloni, oh my word, melt in your mouth delicious. Thank you Manny & Nylafor a great evening!! Food

★★★★★
Local Guide
July 21, 2024

Food was delicious and looked appetizing! Even the table next to us said their food was delicious, will definitely be going back!

★★★★
Local Guide
July 21, 2024

Great authentic Italian

★★★★★
Local Guide
June 21, 2024

Had the special pasta , carnivore pizza , arancini , and tomato salad (plus brownie and strawberry tiramisu). Everything was absolutely delicious and service was pleasant, friendly, and attentive. Love this gem !!!! Will definitely drive from Calgary for it!!

★★★★★
June 21, 2024

We were visiting family in Airdrie, it certainly wasnt our first time there and we know quite a few restaurants here. This is the first restaurant that we were happy to go to again the next day. Friendly service, very nice boss, a real restaurant that focuses on the guests and good food. It is far above the standard of what else exists here. It would immediately be our favorite place here.

★★★★★
Local Guide
June 21, 2024

I dont have enough space, words, or time, to say all of the amazing things about Ferraro. Ive been coming to Ferraro since they first opened here in airdrie as a small mom and pop restaurant with just 2 or 3 tables. It has always been nothing but phenomenal. The food is absolutely divine, yes it is a little pricey but you get what you pay for, it is a fine dining experience with high quality ingredients, exquisite service, and beyond kind owners. As long as Ferraro is in airdrie I will be a devoted customer 10/10

★★★★★
Local Guide
June 21, 2024

The pizza served here is truly an authentic Italian experience. Lovely use of delicious sauce and wonderful oils, with cheese crisped up just right. I fully recommend trying it out!

★★★★★
June 21, 2024

Our experience at Ferraro Truly Italian was amazing. Last year we went to Ferraro s to celebrate our anniversary and this week we went back again to celebrate our 65th anniversary with another couple who also were celebrating 65 years of marriage. The service was exceptional - thanks to Will. There were many choices on the menu. The food was great and the atmosphere was quiet and relaxed. We would not hesitate to go back again to Ferraro.

★★★
June 21, 2024

Food was good. Pizza could probably be shared or expect leftovers. Ravioli dishes are not too large so you may have room for dessert. After getting our food, the waiter didn t check in until I was done eating and we waited quite a while for a to go box and the bill. We were kind of seated in a back corner so it was difficult to get the waiter s attention without him walking up to us already. Usually there is two rounds of ordering. One for drinks and one for food. We were just asked for our order so didn t think to get a drink but they do provide water on the table. Kid-friendliness: They have wooden high chairs for toddlers. No kids menu so you ll just share with the kids.

★★
June 21, 2024

The food was okay, but the portions were small and overpriced. The service was the worst part of our experience. Our waiter was neither friendly nor attentive. He didnt even ask if we would like drinks. We were also approached by who I am assuming was the owner, who requested that I tell my young son not to rest his legs on the side of the table. It was strange and made me very nervous because every time he crossed his legs they would touch the edge of the table, and I had to tell him not to. Hes young, so I think it is hard for him to dangle his small legs over the bench. His feet werent touching the seats (I checked), so Im not sure what the issue was. It did make me uncomfortable the rest of the evening so in hindsight, we should have just left.

★★
June 21, 2024

This use to be our go to place for a nice night out. Our last two times have been horrible experiences, waiting over 1.5 - 2 hours for our meals, we were only offered drinks at the start and never seen our waiter again, we had to flagged him down and when asked about our meals he just disregarded the question. We will most likely only go for appetizers as those seem to be quick.

★★
June 21, 2024

we made reservations for a special night out. We had 2 kids with us and they placed us in a busy room, with an atmosphere like a cafeteria. Service was very poor and it seemed the server wasnt able to explain the dishes/specials or answer any questions about the wines. No one checked in to see if we needed more drinks or how the meal was. Had to ask for water top ups. $200.00 for a meal with paper napkins...was expecting more

★★
Local Guide
June 21, 2024

When we visited (4 people) restaurant was maybe at 50% capacity + take out service. Our table was not great as it was in a busy section of the restaurant with staff walking back and forth in close proximity behind the two out of the four chairs we had - you really cant relax fully if you keep feeling like someone is going to bump into you. We were also right across from a pizza oven so it has very hot - we eventually asked to change tables. We found the food to be quite overpriced - we ordered 3 appetizers. We ordered Burrata, which was the special appetizer for the evening for $28 - we got a small ball of Burrata cheese with 4 olives a few small leaves of arugula and maybe 4 cherry tomatoes sliced in half and couple small slices of prosciutto. There was nothing else to go with it, so we asked for some bread and that was an additional $13. The serving of calamari was soooooo small that I actually felt embarrassed for the restaurant - the only thing there was a lot of was the mayonnaise it was served with. On top of that it was too battered and greasy. Our mains took a long time to come out, but we were ok with that as it gave us a lot of time to chat. Unfortunately, our meals also fell short - pizza crust was good, but it was soggy otherwise, the tuna and risotto special (for $48) was also underwhelming, with the risotto being very salty, tuna was ok - would have been nice to have a bit of something fresh or acidic on the plate to compliment the tuna and risotto. We couldnt hear or understand the waiter, had to keep asking the waiter to refill our water - he finally dropped off a bottle of water without a word and walked away, and he didnt check-in on our table until we were almost done our mains.

★★★★★
June 21, 2024

Food and service are always top notch

★★★★★
Local Guide
May 21, 2024

Great place. Good food and great atmosphere. You can tell the owners really care about making their guests feel at home and providing a great dining experience. Would go back here for sure next time Im in the area.

★★★★★
May 21, 2024

This food is amazing. Easily competes with restaurants in large cities. Were from out of town and will be back. Gluten free options - so many - bonus!

★★★★★
May 21, 2024

The service was spectacular and the food was amazing. The overall atmosphere was very nice.

★★★★★
Local Guide
May 21, 2024

Was a great meal everyone loved the pasta and the pizza is authentic.

★★★
Local Guide
May 21, 2024

The body odor from our main waiter was very unpleasant and could be felt not only when he approached our table but also as he was passing by.

★★★★★
May 21, 2024

Amazing food, an amazing experience and an amazing atmosphere. Our meal tonight was 5 star plus; the flavours and the presentation was outstanding. The service was attentive and friendly. They went out of their way to make you feel like family. I would highly recommend Ferraro to anyone who is looking for that authentic and welcoming Italian experience. We cant wait to go back again!

★★★★★
May 21, 2024

Really it was a very good experience the new waiter hkim was very friendly and professional the food was perfect thank you so much Really I recommended Food

★★★★★
May 21, 2024

Excellent food and service True Italian food Food

May 21, 2024

Slow service, unfriendly staff, food overpriced and came out luke warm. Was looking forward to trying this place but unfortunately would not recommend.

May 21, 2024

Weird creepy sous chef .. came out of the restaurant and followed us to the car and approached us when we got into the car asking to exchange phone numbers and hang out we just wanted to leave and told him no we re good but he kept asking. We will never return to this restaurant ever again.

May 21, 2024

Came here to celebrate my brother and I s birthday this weekend with my fiancé and parents. We had a very poor experience. They didn t have our reservation even though my mom had called a couple times ahead to confirm. Before dinner all of us had finished our first drinks and no one came by to see how we were doing for at least 30 minutes. My fiance had to grab the attention of another server to order another round. The restaurant was not busy... The food took over and hour to come out, and when it did 3 of the 5 dishes weren t even hot. Management did offer to replace the dishes that were cold however beyond that we felt as though we had put them out. The food is definitely overpriced for what you get and the portions were small. Really disappointed as it was our 30th birthday and we really wanted a special evening, but ultimately felt like this restaurant did not care and couldn t wait for us to leave.

★★★★★
May 21, 2024

Hi we were here on Mothers day and the food was superb! Very nice evening out! Thanks...,

★★★★★
May 21, 2024

Flew into Calgary to take my mother to dinner for her 80th.The food was fantastic! Service Exceptional! Will make it out to Airdrie to dine here every time I am back out this way.

★★★★★
April 21, 2024

Seriously fantastic food. Ordered Caesar salad. Amazing. Pizza stellar. Cant to try their pasta dishes.

★★★★★
April 21, 2024

The best I m speechless, just go here please

★★★★
Local Guide
April 21, 2024

Very nice atmosphere, very cozy. Service was ok, took a while to get drinks even though it wasnt busy. Food was ok, had the Fettuccine Alfredo, found it a little bland, not much flavor to it.

★★★★★
Local Guide
April 21, 2024

Great Food! Highly recommend!

★★★★★
April 21, 2024

Ferraro is a beautiful restaurant with very friendly staff. so many options and very authentic. thanks for the experience!

★★★★★
Local Guide
April 21, 2024

Amazing food. Non descipt place you wouldnt glance twice at. You should glance 3 or 4 times. The girls that served us were beyond friendly and helpful. The fellow was as well but his English was only slightly better than my Italian. Super authentic, but made for a couple of miscommunication issues. No worries in the grand scheme, and rectified immediately with a smile. Fantastic experience, I will be back, and soon.

★★★★★
April 21, 2024

On the pricy side, but omg is the food so good Great restaurant with higher end atmosphere Food

★★★★
Local Guide
April 21, 2024

The meatballs were delicious but salad and pasta dishes were underwhelming. The noodles themselves were good (fresh) but seasoning and flavor was not what we expected for a fine dining Italian experience. Service started with the owners wife, which was not super warm or welcoming. The other servers, who seemed to be called in to help towards the end of our service, were much better.

★★★★★
April 21, 2024

We live in Airdrie and have wanted to try this place and tonight it became our favorite spot in town. The food was absolutely fantastic, the delicious dish made table side was our favorite. The staff was very good and made the dining experience wonderful. Five Stars

★★★★★
Local Guide
March 21, 2024

I firmly believe I havent tasted pasta until I had Ferraro. The food is next level delightful and a wonderful first taste of Italy. Staff was extremely helpful and had a wonderful vibe about them. I appreciate the experience and feel given at Ferraro. I will definitely be back! Dietary restrictions: Gluteen Free!!

★★★★★
Local Guide
March 21, 2024

Tried for the first time, it s very authentic I ordered a pizza to go was a bit cold but still good. The atmosphere was cozy and clean but the best part was the staff member (lady with brown long hair) she was excellent, gave feedback on what to get, gave me a tour of restaurant and where I can buy fresh pasta, showed me the owner overall she s amazing she deserves a raise UPDATE: Omg I went back again to buy their fresh pasta and I seen the owner (gent, very easy on the eyes ) and he sold me fresh fettuccine noodles and gave me fresh Italian sausage sauce, I made it and it tastes sooooo amazing. I can t believe how good it tastes. A great idea to pick up for entertaining guests and saying you made it from scratch Thanks

★★★★★
Local Guide
March 21, 2024

Honestly loved this place, its quiet and a little out of the way but very professional. The atmosphere was chic and the wait staff never left you waiting too long. I will be back and I recommend it to anyone wanting a very authentic Italian meal

★★★★
Local Guide
March 21, 2024

Dined in on Sunday evening. Lamb was divine, worth the price. Companion had spaghetti and was impressed with the pasta sauce. Tried the gluten-free pasta and found it on the wet and soft side. Slightly overcooked is better than undercooked though and GF is more difficult to get al dente so Ill give them another chance on a future visit. The pasta portion that came with the lamb was also on the small side and I left still a bit hungry even though the lamb itself was so good.

★★★★★
Local Guide
March 21, 2024

Lasagna and Fettuccine are made with real and fresh ingredients.

★★★★
Local Guide
March 21, 2024

Ravioli was a bit bland and the Pizza was alright. Waiter wasnt the greatest. Didnt even bother to ask if we wanted Dessert. Wont be back.

★★★★★
Local Guide
February 21, 2024

I had the spaghetti with bolognese. Not a fan of the sauce. Ongoing with me, not liking most spaghetti sauce or pizza sauce. The owner asked if I wanted a replacement meal and I declined. Everything was cooked properly, I just wasn t ready for spaghetti for lunch. The owner asked if I liked pizza and made a very nice all meat pizza. Looked amazing at the restaurant and tasted delicious at home, even cold. Staff is very nice and made us very comfortable. Yes I will return. Parking: Handicap parking next to the front door. Lots of free parking.

★★★★★
February 21, 2024

Fantastic all around. First time visiting and will definitely be back. Waitress and all staff very friendly and efficient. Wide choice of Italian wines, the Amarone was delightful. Duck with figs was delicious. Table side Pasta is a must have, worth every penny. Lots of high end entrees to choose from, and lots of specials. For a special night out, this is your place. Little store attached is a bonus!

★★★★★
February 21, 2024

Went for lunch here and it was absolutely delicious! The prices are on the higher end but it s worth it for how fresh the food is

★★★★★
Local Guide
February 21, 2024

Fabulous love the food

★★★★★
Local Guide
February 21, 2024

Bueatiful atmosphere, All our courses we done to perfection. The presentation and flovour of the food was amazing. I especially loved the expresso martini. Will definitely be going back again. Thank you guys from Ferraro True Italian Restaurant for an exquisite nite of dining and wonderful service!!!

★★★★★
Local Guide
February 21, 2024

Delicious authentic Italian cuisine in a pleasant environment.

★★★★★
February 21, 2024

We had the most amazing cacio e Pepe tonight. Mane made it for us right at our table. It was so delicious! The service was also amazing Luigi was perfect. The best authentic Italian food at a family run restaurant. Never disappoints

★★★
Local Guide
February 21, 2024

First time to this restaurant. Google maps needed. Some of our party of 10 had issues finding it. This is definitely not a place to find a quick meal. Drinks are very expensive and not a great selection. We started with breaded Calamari and zucchini. Holy salt shaker, batman, so salty I had to scrape the breading off. All the people that ordered it said the same thing. The serving is quite small and the price is large. Would not recommend. It was a special occasion we were out celebrating so I chose not to say anything not knowing how receptive the place would be to feedback in the moment. None of us said anything. I also ordered chicken and pasta, but it was good. My friend did have the Antipasto Italiano, and it was shared and looked very appealing she said it was very nice. The waiter is so slow to refresh drinks and water. Once orders put in it was sooooo slow to arrive to table. Considering there is 20% mandatory tip on group size of 10 I expected better service. We live in Calgary, and we would not make the drive again to come out to this restaurant. The bill was over $600 for our party so its a expensive dining experience. My husband and I spent $ 120 for appetizer one drink a beer called Peroni and my husband who loves to try different beers advised it wasnt his favorite and it cost 11$ a bottle. There is no other beer choice. I had two smallish glasses of ginger ale $7.00 no refills for free. We had two chicken dinners. Also theres one bathroom for the whole place so you have people standing in the hall area waiting. It was great being out with friends and family, and the dining area was dim lighting, and we were at the back where we could visit. Our experience was just not the great food and atmosphere/service Ive read about on other peoples reviews for this place. Wheelchair accessibility: Spa e right out side the door.

★★★★★
Local Guide
February 21, 2024

We love going here. Its so cozy and the food is amazing! It is indeed a truly Italian experience. Luigi was our server and he was very attentive and kind. Ps, get the Espresso martini, you wont regret it!

February 21, 2024

The food was excellent but it should be after waiting for an hour and 45 minutes! We had three little kids with us, you d think there be a little sense of urgency. I don t understand why it took so long for pasta dishes and a pizza. Plus the waiter didn t ask us if we wanted any drinks and never came back to ask how everything was once we got our food. I doubt I d go back even with the good food that s too long to wait. Pretty pricey. I get its fresh made but did they start making it once we ordered? If you go, order immediately and ask for the bill when the food comes or you ll wait again!

★★★★★
February 21, 2024

The food was very delicious ,restaurant very clean the waiter EDDINE was great professional smiling all the time We will come again Thank so much Eddine for all Food : 5/5

★★★★★
February 21, 2024

My wife and I decided to try this restaurant last night. The entire experience was an absolute delight. My job takes me to restaurants several times per week for both lunches and dinners and I can confidently say that Ferraro is hands down the best restaurant in Airdrie. You can expect the food to take some time to come out but this is completely understandable once you take your first bites. You can tell that the quality and care have been taken in their preparation and reminds me of some of my best Italian restaurant experiences in both Ontario and Alberta. The owner as well as the staff were extremely polite, funny and engaging which added to the overall atmosphere. If you are looking to spend some quality time with the ones you love in a relaxed atmosphere with easily the best food in the city then you need to try Ferraro. We will be back

★★★★★
Local Guide
February 21, 2024

Good restaurant nice food perfect service eddine was very friendly with us and we like his service

★★★
Local Guide
February 21, 2024

I had heard great things from a trusted source, only to be disappointed. First, our waiter missed the drink order of one of our party, we were only 4, so thats pretty bad. Honestly, the tomato sauce was quite bland. No hit of garlic or herbs. My lasagna was decent, but nothing memorable. My wifes ravioli had a better flavour. My creme Brule was disappointing as well. Not good enough to return.

January 21, 2024

Had their Carbonara and it gave me projectile vomit level food poisoning whatever is going on in that kitchen clearly is not sanitary

★★★★★
Local Guide
January 21, 2024

This restaurant is very authentic and brings me back to when I visit Italy. I really enjoyed all the food we got! We went in between lunch and dinner and the service was fast. The food was piping hot. We met the owner who truly has a passion for food and had a nice conversation! I will definitely be coming back very soon! Viva italia

★★★★★
Local Guide
January 21, 2024

Tonight I will dream of gnocchi.

★★★★★
January 21, 2024

I wish there was one thing I could suggest to improve our recent experience at Ferraro but I cannot!! The food, the wine, the atmosphere was wonderful! Look forward to coming back on our next visit to Airdrie!

★★★★★
January 21, 2024

Tried the escargot which was on special, absolutely fabulous! The sauce complemented the protein perfectly. Service was also top notch, my water was topped up, sometimes without me even noticing. All around great atmosphere and waitstaff as well. Would recommend for anyone in Airdrie who loves Italian cuisine!

★★
Local Guide
January 21, 2024

We came up from Calgary for a Christmas meal with family after hearing how good Ferraros was. We were told it was popular and that we should make reservations so we did. There were 7 of us so we ordered an assortment of pasta, pizza and fish as our mains and then proceeded to wait 90 minutes until our food was served, well six of them anyway as one of the entrees was not delivered until we pointed that out to the staff that one of the entrees was missing. The good: The Lasagna was excellent, two of the pizzas were enjoyed. The seafood was cooked well and was tasty. The not so good: one of the pizzas was wrong, and not what was ordered, what was delivered was not seasoned and therefore was less than the sum of the ingredients. We would have sent it back but did not have another 90 minutes for a replacement. The SPAGHETTI BOLOGNESE again to light on the seasoning and thus fell short of the wonderful and hearty dish this could have been. As a side note the person ordering it requested FETTUCINE instead of Spaghetti and was told the kitchen was too busy to substitute one pasta for another, as this took 90 minutes to arrive this should not have been an issue. The RIGATONI CARBONARA had an uncooked scrambled egg texture with the cheese not having melted at all. Overall there is promise there but attention to detail and taste needs to improve for the Ferraro to shine.

★★★★★
Local Guide
January 21, 2024

Lasagna is incredible

★★★
Local Guide
January 21, 2024

Had a lovely meal with my son. We both had pasta. Only negative was our server. A lovely young woman, but extremely over the top, to the point it seemed fake. Coming to your table over 10 times over a 1.5 dinner experience is a bit much. Honestly would have tipped more if she had just given pleasant normal service that you get in a higher end restaurant.

★★★★★
January 21, 2024

Amazing food and an amazing family operate this excellent restaurant. Manny and Nyla are amazing people. Please support this great restaurant and family.

★★★★★
January 21, 2024

We had a fantastic time eating here. The service is second to none, and the food is phenomenal. Faith was our server, and she had perfect recommendations, knew the menu and features, and was a total pleasure. We will be returning very soon! Thank you for having us!

★★★★★
December 21, 2023

Amazing pasta dishes. And bruschetta. Yum! Vegetarian options: Yum! Food : 5/5 |

★★★★★
December 21, 2023

Excellent food in a small cozy atmosphere! Worth finding this place in the apartment lot

★★★★★
December 21, 2023

My husband and I found this place in Airdrie based off the great reviews, so I wanted to write one myself. 5*. The owner Emanuele gave us a great experience. Very personable and friendly. Our waitress Faith was very friendly and truly loved her job. The food was amazing. We had wine to drink and got the calamari, Caesar salad, ravioli and ribeye steak for food. My husband is quite picky with steak and he said it was one of the best. Highly recommend Ferrero Italian.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 21, 2023

This place is a gem. We love eating here. Their Ravioli Formaggio is to die for. The atmosphere is amazing. Host will always explain us everything very patiently. Last but not the least, DESSERTS are a must try. One of their dessert is like a cake ball covered with chocolate sauce (don t know the name) and it is delicious- sadly they don t have it sometimes.

★★★★★
December 21, 2023

Secret gem for authentic Italian food lovers in Airdrie ! Faith our server tonight was AMAZING while owners Nyla and Manny truly exemplify Italian hospitality. I always invite new friends with me and they absolutely love their experience. I totally recommend for all good food lovers(not just Italian)! Food, ambiance and service 10/10!

★★★★★
December 21, 2023

Visiting from out of the country and this restaurant was recommended to us. The service was wonderful and very welcoming. We enjoy watching the kitchen and this has an open cooking concept! Many delicious items on the menu and several specials. We chose an item off of the menu and one special. We chose there home made pasta which was superb! Both were so good! Nice wine selection too. Our server Will was knowledgeable and helpful with the menu items. So enjoyed our cappuccinos and dessert. We wish we had a restaurant, with wonderful owners like this, in our hometown. Would highly recommend! If you live near here you need to go!

★★
December 21, 2023

Horrible service. We weren t in a rush, and fully expecting a slower pace. However we watched our food sit on the counter for several minutes before it arrived to us luke warm. We then waited for about 30 minutes after finishing our meal for anyone to come to our table and ask about coffee/dessert, which we wanted but had given up on by then. All of this would have been fine if everyone was run off their feet, but this wasn t the case. Several servers, and what appeared to be the owner, were around and very attentive to select other tables. The food was good, but we won t return.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 21, 2023

Whether you are local to Airdrie or passing through, everyone must try this place! Airdrie was in desperate need for a fine dinning experience and Ferraro has delivered just that with the service and ambiance. Everything was fresh and made to order and just scrumptious. We had the antipasto with the focaccia bread, yum, ravioli manzo, also yum.The Paccheri Funghi was so delicious that I opted to stuff myself instead of finishing my wine. I look forward to trying their pizza and the market and bringing home fresh pastas, sauces, and other imported delights.

★★★★★
December 21, 2023

My partner took me here for our anniversary tonight. I hat an incredible experience! The atmosphere, the feeling, the food, the staff, the laughs, the memories. The food was incredible (but for the love of Nona, don t add chicken!!). We will become regulars I m sure!

★★★★
Local Guide
December 21, 2023

Good ambience, service was great. Loved the pasta, pizza was okay but overall very nice experience.

★★★★
Local Guide
December 21, 2023

Excellent atmosphere, great food. Kept asking us how everything was every few minutes but I guess they wanted to make everything perfect. Will definitely visit again

★★★★★
December 21, 2023

Great food, service, owners, workers and overall a great place to eat, good ambiance for a date as well

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 21, 2023

THE Best date night/ anniversary restaurant.

★★★★★
December 21, 2023

Food is so amazing, service is second to none and we were so comfortable. We absolutely loved it! The cannoli is perfection.

December 21, 2023

Extremely bad experience , worst service ever had. The server was so rude in explaining everything. Knowing that we live in a multi cultural country , u cant just say that serving something is american culture and we are italian and when we asked about any suggestions she said read the menu and dint even say a word . Truly not recommended at all. Bad ambiance and rude servers and extremely bad and tasteless food

★★★★★
December 21, 2023

Best restraunt in Airdrie!!! Food was amazing and service was great!

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 21, 2023

Food excellent! Friendly family atmosphere and amazing service

★★★★★
December 21, 2023

Love,love ,love this place ! The most delicious food ! Real Italian restorant!

★★★★★
December 21, 2023

The most delicious food.

★★★★★
December 21, 2023

A gorgeous environment with a welcoming ambiance. You can t find better quality, handmade, Italian food and desserts. The service provided is above and beyond, and the service staff is always helpful in finding something that will provide a great pallet experience. A phenomenal time, will be back to experience the genuine joy and passion for the industry again.

★★★★★
December 21, 2023

Fantastic dining experience. You can tell they take pride in quality. The food is all fresh made in house and the cocktails were top tier. Will be back for many more experiences

December 21, 2023

Very bad experience

★★★★★
December 21, 2023

This gorgeous restaurant entails mouthwatering food combined with stupendous service. This is without a doubt the best restaurant in town and I would highly recommend this place to anyone who enjoys and appreciates authentic Italian cuisine and great food in general. The owners put the effort to make virtually everything on the menu from scratch and prepare the meals with care. Also, the combination of knowledge and talent that the owners of this place have are some of the best I have ever seen. This place is incredibly unique and is nothing less than a gem...Wow!! Highly recommended!!!

December 21, 2023

Worst experience. Server was very rude. Don t recommend it to anyone. Just wastage of money and time.

★★
December 21, 2023

Over priced. The 5oz piece of fish and 3oz of veg with 2 garnishes for 38 dollars. Frozen ravioli with a basic cream sauce for 28. The focaccia was actually pizza bread. Nothing about this restaurants food is worth the price they charge.

★★★★★
December 21, 2023

Great family run restaurant. Amazing ambiance, food and service. Take a mini break and enjoy an Italian experience at a laid back pace, with time to talk, relax and and mange mange mange (eat eat eat, I hope my Italian is correct lol)

★★★★★
December 21, 2023

Definitely the best Italian Ive had in Calgary area (Airdrie). Everything was made fresh. They dont rush the prep but its worth the wait!

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 21, 2023

Loved it! Food is outstanding, service is great. Friendly staff, great food, cant go wrong.

★★★★★
December 21, 2023

By far the best Italian cuisine in the Calgary area nevermind airdrie. The service is top notch and u always feel like family. So glad to see you guys thriving in your new bigger better location. We will be back soon as always

★★★★★
December 21, 2023

We dined here tonight for the first time with friends. The service was great, we felt welcomed from the beginning. It was like we were invited into their home for a meal. The food was amazing. We loved everything about our experience tonight. We are already looking forward to our next visit, and trying different items on the menu. Thank you.

★★★★★
December 21, 2023

What can I say, over the years I have built a beautiful relationship with Manny and Nihla, and what brought us together was food! Manny has a love for food that is very rare, and you see his love with every dish. Not only do you taste Italy in every bite, but you also feel Italy in the atmosphere of the restaurant. Walking into Manny and Nihlas restaurant is like stepping into a little corner of Italy right in the heart of our city. The warm and inviting ambiance, with its rustic charm and cozy seating, instantly transports you to the charming streets of Rome or the tranquil countryside of Tuscany. The attention to detail in the decor, from the vintage wine bottles adorning the walls to the soft Italian music playing softly in the background, creates an ambiance thats both romantic and comforting. And then theres the food oh, the food! Every visit is a culinary adventure. Whether Im savoring my all-time favorite, The Montrealer pizza, with its perfectly thin, crispy crust and a delightful blend of toppings that explode with flavor in every bite, or indulging in the heavenly gnocchi that practically melt in your mouth, Im reminded of why I keep coming back. But its not just the dishes themselves; its the passion that Manny pours into his cooking. You can taste it in the rich, homemade sauces and the fresh, high-quality ingredients. Its evident in the way he talks about the dishes and the genuine care he shows for each customer. Manny and Nihlas restaurant isnt just a place to eat; its a place to create memories. Whether its a special date night, a family gathering, or just a cozy evening out, this restaurant has become my go-to choice. In a world filled with restaurants, Manny and Nihlas stands out as a gem. Its a place where food is an art form, where the atmosphere is as comforting as the cuisine is delectable, and where the warmth of the hosts makes you feel like family. Its not just a restaurant; its an experience, and one that Im grateful to have shared with Manny and Nihla over the years. Heres to many more delicious memories!

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 21, 2023

Good local place to dine !

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 21, 2023

Wow we will be back next time we are in town. Best Italian Ive had in a while.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 21, 2023

Faith our waitress was Amazing. Friendly and helpful. The food was excellent. Would come again If we wouldnt countinue our travels.

★★★★★
December 21, 2023

It s so heart warming to see a family owned business with love put into their food. I absolutely love this place! The food is authentic & portioned so well as well, would highly recommend.

Local Guide
December 21, 2023

The place is fantastic but my experience with takeout was awful. The polo parmigiana looked a beef as so overcooked and dry it was, also tiny tine portion of vegetables. The other plates were just okay. Not worth the price for the amount and quality of the food (at least for takeout). Dine in may be different.

★★★★★
December 21, 2023

Best restaurant in Airdrie

★★★★★
December 21, 2023

A family Italian restaurant, the food and atmosphere are perfect and the owner and some other employees speak French! Thank you for the welcome!! I recommend!!

★★★★★
December 21, 2023

Incredible food and service. Freshly made pasta. The owner was amazing too. Will definitely be back

December 21, 2023

At Ferraro Truly Italian, you re part of the family , except that families aren t accepted here. Was turned down at the door because we brought our daughter with us. The owner told us it would be too loud for her. Unfortunate to see we were not the only ones that had to deal with rude service from the owner due to bringing our family to a family restaurant. Friends, Family and food. Minus the family. Kid-friendliness: -10. Don t waste your time. If kids aren t welcome, that s cool, but don t market as a family restaurant and then deny or stick customers in a back room because they have children with them.

December 21, 2023

We have been big supporters of Ferraro since moving to airdrie over 8 years ago. Tonight we wanted to have a nice family dinner with our daughter. We were turned away because we brought our daughter with us, the owner decided it would be to loud as there a lot of parties tonight . Very disappointed in how the situation was handled. If we would have been 3 adults we would have had a table no problem. Weird considering it says family directly under the logo maybe this only means family operated we will be travelling to Calgary to Rea s for our Italian cravings from now on, incredible food and everyone is welcome! While I appreciate your reply, it is far from the truth. When we asked for a table, you said for 3 adults and proceeded to tell us to go through the other entrance. When we told you for 2 adults and a child you said it was too loud and you could not accommodate us.

★★★★★
December 21, 2023

These people went above and beyond, the staff and family went above and beyond for our service, and the food was unreal. Flavor was beautiful, and the family was beautiful. They made us feel at home and were extremely helpful with the menu. Love these guys!! If youre looking for authentic cooking, this is the place!!!

★★★
Local Guide
December 21, 2023

I really wanted to try their cheese wheel since reading in a post that they had it. We especially made the trip to Airdrie on a Saturday night, and was quite disappointed that it wasnt available. We got a couple of pastas and the foccacia to start. Our appetizer came after our entrees did and was rather hard and crunchy, which we werent expecting. The pastas were good. Sauces were lighter and made with real ingredients - quite different than what weve had at a lot of restaurants. The ravioli was soft and fresh. Dessert was disappointing. The one waiter wasnt able to tell us what the different selections inside the display case were, so we were forced to pick from the menu. The sugar on the creme brulee was thick, burnt, and bitter. They switched it out for a new one, but because the heat of the torch didnt reach the custard with a lighter caramelization of the sugar, the texture and flavour was not good. The sugar was still bitter for some reason. He got a tiramisu, which was probably the better choice. Service was... interesting. The woman who greeted us and took our order may have been the owners wife. She didnt make us feel very welcomed, but neither did our whole experience there. We were barely checked in on during our meal, hardly a smile from anyone, and service was rather slow, considering they were less than half full. I enjoyed watching the chef cook in the open kitchen - I didnt think Id see big flames while cooking Italian food! While I still want to try pasta with the cheese wheel, our experience here fell below our expectations, so we will choose a different restaurant for that.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 21, 2023

Ok the food is to die for! Soo much flavor and light. The pasta is hand made as well as pizza dough. No heavy creams. I have eaten here lots and love it so I took my wedding reception to Ferraros. We were 40 people and the food quality did not drop, the service was still perfect, the ambiance was excellent. Manny and Nyla went out of their way to make sure we had flowers, music, and all the trimmings of a wedding reception. I can not thank them enough for all they and their staff did for us! This place and the staff are GEMS! Thank you for great memories!!

December 21, 2023

SO DISAPPOINTED!!! Came to this restaurant with my boyfriend for our first time after hearing such great reviews from our friends. We couldn t have been more let down. We arrived shortly after 7 and left close to 9pm after NOT EVEN GETTING OUR FOOD. The server was very friends and nice, however we ordered from her and waited over an hour only to be told after having to ask where our food was just to be told it would still be a while and that they had bigger tables in the front the kitchen must have been prioritizing. We weren t really offered anything in return for wasting our entire evening there either. So disappointing and likely won t be back. The server was really nice but clearly there is a communication issue between FOH staff and BOH staff. Hard to believe the owners let 2 paying customers just walk out the door under their noses. Such a let down.

★★★★★
December 21, 2023

I loved it here. The food was delicious.

★★★★★
December 21, 2023

A-M-A-Z-I-N-G everything. First time and it did not disappoint. From the server(s) to the owners, to the excellent food - 5 stars.

★★★★★
December 21, 2023

Amazing experience and food!

December 21, 2023

Terrible experience! Dont waste your money. Service was atrocious, waitress was extremely rude. Food was sub-par, creme Brule was burnt. The server forgot to order one of the entrees, so our friend ate after us. As a group, it was a big hassle to all be on 1 bill. 20 percent mandatory gratuity not deserved AT ALL. I will not be dining there again, and I would not recommend this establishment to anyone. Very dissatisfied

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 21, 2023

Amazing food and great service.

December 21, 2023

Paid 30$ for pasta with horrible portion size and not even a piece of bread, and if you want to add shrimp the lady said 4$ FOR JUST ONE SHRIMP!! get outta here never eating there again

★★★★★
December 21, 2023

We had an INCREDABLE experience. A group of over 20 people, including a new born and few toddlers. Amongst us are some picky and big / fit eaters ! The owner , staff and chef did not disappoint us ! With todays economy and huge prices of food costs , electricity , gas mortgages , leasing , etc.. it was amazing to all of us how the menu was so reasonable !!! We talked amongst ourselves wondering how this lovely family business is surviving.? I have experienced fine dining for many years and have been so disappointed . You get a decorative plate and a couple of bites of something that is extremely over priced . You know what Im talking about . Regardless if you know how to cook . One knows what tastes good and to give a decent proportion. You will NOT be disappointed at FERRARO !!! My family will go out of our way to be in this wonderful Family and local oriented delicacy restaurant.. Anytime. Im a Foodie !! They met all our expectations and beyond ! So refreshing and delicious in all aspects ! Kindness , humor , patience , fantastic food , well priced !!! Amazing . Xoxoxo Tammie We will be back ! Thank you for everything Dietary restrictions: Oh my goodness The owner was more than pleased to accommodate with any ones needs. Amazing ! We had a large group of over 20 people

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 21, 2023

We booked a party for 25 people to celebrate my daughters 15th birthday. Italian cuisine is not my go to but let me tell you how delicious the ragu beef lasagna was, dam good. All of our guests loved their meal and they indulged us with music requests. Will definitely go back. The owners were on top of every detail and didnt skip a beat

★★★
December 21, 2023

The food is excellent but very small portions and poor value. Pasta is filling, so you shouldnt have to order an appetizer just to get a full meal. An Italian restaurant that doesnt offer bread service is really cheaping out, all so that you feel forced to order more just to fill your belly. You expect bread service for a fine dining Italian restaurant, especially if youre paying $30 for a very small plate of pasta. Ive been to this establishment twice and had the same very friendly server but the service wasnt great. I didnt mind waiting for the food both times but when your server asks you if you want coffee or dessert and you say no, it is expected that she should bring you the bill. Almost a half hour later we finally had to flag her down to ask for it. Disappointing! With the increased cost of food, people really do notice when theyre being taken advantage of

★★★★★
December 21, 2023

The best Italian food ever! And they even have an Italian food market in the restaurant with their own made sauces and fresh pasta!!!

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 21, 2023

A little hidden but it is a gem!!! The food was delicious!! I had risotto and it was the best I d ever had!! The presentation lacked lustre but the taste made up for it!! Well worth a visit!!

★★★★★
December 21, 2023

Ok this is my first ever review! I don t do them because my time is valuable and mostly restaurants are good but not worth my review. This one is outstanding and I never say that lightly. The pizza the pasta the lamb all done to perfection. The service and the atmosphere make this one worth the travel within the Calgary area. I almost hate telling people and making it busier than it already is. Thank you Nila

★★★★★
December 21, 2023

Pleasantly surprised by the quality and preparation of their handmade offerings. Delightful service by the owner (?). They go to the head of the class in Airdrie and would certainly compete for in a larger market like Calgary as well.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 21, 2023

Had the Ceaser salad & paccheri funghii pasta was the best Gotta go again. Ooh so many things to try

★★★★★
December 21, 2023

Amazing fresh authentic Italian food, service. Portions were plentiful, one pizza was big enough to share with my husband, we were full halfway through!

★★★★★
December 21, 2023

The service was great...also food excellent....our waiter was Will.The best ..tks

★★★★★
December 21, 2023

Best Fettuccine Alfredo I ve had! Focaccia with bruschetta and mushroom soup were also amazing! Service was excellent with Faith as our server. This place is a hidden gem for sure; highly recommend! Vegetarian options: Excellent options for vegetarians Dietary restrictions: Very accommodating with preferences and restrictions

Local Guide
December 21, 2023

Sat down and it took nearby 30 minutes to get drink orders in, which set the theme for the entire night. Took a hour to get appetizer orders in and nearby two hours for entrees. After waiting more than two hours for food, it came out in cold plate and was not hot. The bill and machine were dropped off and the server left the table. After paying, we saw ourselves out. Overall, would not recommend this place because waiting two hours for passable Italian food is not desirable.

December 21, 2023

I would give it a zero for service but that wasn t an option. We were there for a special occasion and since we were a large group, they asked us to pre-order our meals, which we did about three weeks ago. We I waited two and a half hours for our food to arrive with only a few updates on when it might arrive. When it arrived, many meals were missing or wrong. When we pointed this out, the owner yelled at us and took a bite out of someone s food to prove that it was cooked properly and then gave it back to her to eat. We refused it. This was not an enjoyable evening and we will not be back. Ever.

★★★★★
December 21, 2023

This place is truly PHENOMENAL. Went with my family and we all ordered very different items and tried bites of each others. The ravioli framaggio was by far my favourite. They had Bison on special for a few weeks and it was a close second. Everything including our appies were a perfect size. The atmosphere was very authentic and servers were great! Nyla (the owner) is a doll . We will be back to try more of the menu and I cannot recommend this place enough!

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 21, 2023

Great food and great service

December 21, 2023

My husband and I came here once before, months ago. The service was awful but the food was good so we thought we d give it another chance. I brought my family a couple days ago and it was the worst service I ve ever experienced while dining. When I called to make the reservation I got the privilege of overhearing the lady who answered the phone complaining with someone else about accommodating us (6 people, with over a weeks notice - not unreasonable) and the other lady assuring her she would come in to cover us. Alright, fine. We showed up for dinner and waited. And waited. It took over 30 minutes for our drinks to come, another hour for appetizers, and another hour after that for dinner. All the while watching servers and cooks enter and exit through the front, past our table, to take many many cigarette breaks. At this point our drinks were empty. Nobody checked on us to find out how our appetizers were or how our meals were. When I inquired about when our meals might come, I was told that there was a larger party they were serving first and we d have to wait. No offering of how long we d need to wait for. Just wait. Ultimately we watched several other tables come in after us, get fed, and leave. The bill was left at our table, nobody asked how it was, if we d want dessert, or anything. If they had asked we would have told them, or hoped that they would have noticed all of our plates were full. We ll not go back.

★★★★
Local Guide
December 21, 2023

We have been there recently and food was amazing but we were waiting for 2 hours for our food. If you plan to go there - plan to be there 3-4 hours lol but actually it s not fun :(

★★★★★
December 21, 2023

My husband and I live in airdrie and we have been to this restaurant many times and have never been disappointed! The last few times, Faith has been our server and she is very lovely, quick to attend to us and makes sure we are taken care of!

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 21, 2023

Ferraro has gone to great lengths to provide an authentic Italian dining experience. Ive spoken with the new owner, and it was inspiring to hear him describe his commitment to quality. A restaurateur for decades with previously successful restaurants in Montreal (a food capital), he brings expertise and passion to this location. All food is prepared on-site with fresh ingredients, with the critical ones being sourced from Italy. All of the sauces are made fresh daily. The Salmon was exquisite and the pizza was good. Airdrie is fortunate to have a restaurant of this caliber in our neighbourhood. Airdrie is a great community, but needs more local restaurants. Lets support our restaurants so we arent stuck with Montanas and the like. Also, pricing is very reasonable for the quality of the food and the overall dining experience with most dishes landing in the mid $20 range.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 21, 2023

Great place to take all this kids, the ravioli with the Rose sauce was amazing, fettuccini Alfredo noodles were a a hit with the kids- you have to wait a little bit for your order because they are actually making everything fresh so it s worth the wait. Parking: The entrance is a little bit hidden, we looped the entire commercial block before we found the entrance. It was also dark

December 21, 2023

I was there for a very special occasion with my family, we were a large group of about 25 we called and made a reservation well before the occasion, we had pre ordered all our meals and also name checked them. The place was cozy and intimate, I asked the one of the owners for a drink for myself and my two boys (5 and 2) it took over 30 mins for this as the owner forgot to tell the waitress.2 hours goes by and my boys are hungry and getting antsy I took them outside for some body breaks but they still continued to get up and run the hall ways, the owner came by and told me the kids can t be in and out of this hallway as that s where the servers are which is fine, but honestly after 2 and half hours I was squirmy. I decided to take my kids and myself out of the celebration and asked for my food to go, I barely got that a family member had to run it out to me and when I got home.. it was the wrong order. I think it s absolutely disgusting that not only was a really special night ruined but then even after not getting my correct meals packed up i still had to pay 20% for auto gratuity. My family and I will definitely not be back. Kid-friendliness: Definitely don t want to take kiddos here. Too long of a wait for food. They get antsy.

★★★★★
December 21, 2023

Such a special place! Manny is so personable and the food is incredible. We got a tour of the pasta counter where everything is made from scratch, and with much love.

★★★★★
December 21, 2023

Fantastic experience! Food, atmosphere, Emmanuel, great night overall. A wonderful gem in Airdrie.

★★★★★
December 21, 2023

Ask for the cacio pepe. Absolutely delicious. Prepared at your table this spaghetti dish is amazing. As always Nyla and Manny made us feel very welcome.

★★★★★
December 21, 2023

Nice hidden gem Vegetarian options: Tomato salad and the pasta was really good Food : 5/5 |

★★★
December 21, 2023

Staff is really great, but pizza needs a lot of work. Add a bit of salt to your pizza dough, it is incredibly bland. Neapolitan pizza should not be loaded down with toppings, it should be light, easy to pick up and folded if desired. I picked up a slice and all the toppings slid off, you could use about half the amount of cheese. I avoid pizza from the major chains, sorry but this was no better. I truly want the local restaurants in Airdrie to succeed and thrive, please try harder.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 21, 2023

Excellent service, food and atmosphere!

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 21, 2023

Absolutely delightful place. Polite and welcoming staff that will serve you with a smile. The pizza is like a little piece of Italy away from home, simply delicious. Hands down the best in town. Give it a try, you will not regret it.

★★★★
Local Guide
December 21, 2023

Fresh hand made pasta, ribeye cooked to perfection. Only one server for full restaurant. We are both former industry folks and it was nice to see staff step up and support. Will be back and will recommend highly. Need more independent restaurants in the sea of franchises that is Airdrie....

★★★
Local Guide
December 21, 2023

Food was excellent, but that is where it ended. We had to wait forever for everything. After a very long wait our drinks arrived without any garnishing whatsover - even the Pina Colada. Then it was a long wait for our meals. After waiting for dessert, only one was presented. Another wait for the second dessert. Will probably not return.

★★★★★
December 21, 2023

Excellent food and service owners are fantastic

★★★★★
December 21, 2023

First time. Had the mozzarella ball, pasta, steak. Pasta sauce is just simply something that has to be experienced. Food

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 21, 2023

Im so happy such a great restaurant moved into an already beautiful space. The food was fantastic. I highly recommend Gigis spaghetti. Great wine list that sounds like it rotates for an exciting new selection fairly often. The Staff were great! Great personal experience that they made special for every table.

★★★★★
December 21, 2023

Hands down the best Italian restaurant I have been to. The food was unbelievable. Friendly owners and a warm and inviting atmosphere. Definitely returning here to keep trying the menu . Grazi grazi Ferraro

★★★
December 21, 2023

I was really hoping Id love this restaurant, after having read all the reviews, but overall it was just okay. The pasta tasted like it was from a box, and there was nothing exceptional about the flavor. It was fine, but could have been a lot more refined. Especially when you considered how fancy the place looks. We went with our 2 children, and they sat us in a back room of the restaurant (rather than the main restaurant) where there were several other family patrons. It seemed as though this separate room was meant to allow families to have a place where they didnt feel so awkward with young kids, while also preserving the atmosphere of the main restaurant for those patroms who didnt have children. I did appreciate this, as it took the pressure off a bit.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 21, 2023

So delicious! Reservations recommended