Al Forno Putney is an Italian restaurant and pizzeria at 349 Upper Richmond Road. Its rustic, lively dining room is built around warm hospitality and generous portions, making it a popular setting for casual dinners, family meals and celebrations.
Twelve inch pizzas range from a simple Margherita to versions topped with spicy salami, Parma ham, mushrooms, vegetables or seafood. Calzone and garlic pizza breads add further oven baked choices, while traditional combinations of tomato, mozzarella and Italian cheeses anchor the selection.
Pasta and risotto broaden the menu through dishes such as spaghetti Bolognese, lasagne, mushroom tagliatelle and seafood spaghetti. Meat, chicken and fish mains sit alongside salads and vegetarian options, so mixed groups can order across several styles of Italian cooking.
The restaurant serves dinner from Tuesday to Sunday and adds lunch at weekends, with reservations available for planned visits. Dairy, gluten, eggs, shellfish and other allergens feature throughout Italian recipes, so guests with allergies should discuss the current menu with staff before ordering.
Address: 349 Upper Richmond Road, Putney, London SW15 5QJ, England
Al Forno Putney Menu
Stuzzichini (Appetizers)
Cestino di Pane
A basket of homemade bread. (VG)
Olive Siciliane
Marinated Sicilian green & black olives. (VG)(GF)
Panpizza all'Aglio
Oven-baked garlic pizza bread. (VG)
Panpizza con Pesto
Oven-baked garlic pizza bread topped with pesto. (VG)
Panpizza all'Aglio e Mozzarella
Oven-baked garlic pizza bread with mozzarella. (V)
Panpizza Tricolore
Oven-baked garlic bread with mozzarella, garlic, tomato and pesto sauce. (V)
Marinara
Oven-baked garlic bread with tomato sauce. (VG)
Antipasti (Starters)
Zuppa del Giorno
Fresh homemade soup of the day.
Cocktail di Gamberetti
Peeled prawns topped with our homemade cocktail sauce, served on a bed of mixed leaves. (GF)
Formaggio Fritto
Deep-fried breaded goat cheese served with homemade chilli jam on a bed of mixed leaves.
Cozze al Vino
Fresh mussels cooked with white wine and parsley. (GF)
Cozze al Pomodoro
Fresh mussels cooked with garlic, onions, tomato sauce and mixed herbs. (GF)
Fegatini di Pollo
Pan-fried chicken livers with garlic, rosemary, and white wine are drizzled with balsamic vinegar and served on a bed of mixed leaves, paired with two slices of garlic bread.
Búfala e Crudo
Fresh buffalo mozzarella with Parma ham and cherry tomatoes served on a bed of rocket. (GF)
Melanzane alla Parmigiana
Oven-baked layers of pan-fried aubergine with parmesan and mozzarella in fresh tomato sauce.
Caprese di Bufala
Fresh buffalo mozzarella and tomatoes, drizzled with olive oil and basil, served on a bed of rocket. (GF)
Funghi e Spinaci Gratinati
Oven-baked mushrooms, spinach, garlic, mixed herbs, béchamel and tomato sauce topped with mozzarella. (VG)
Bruschetta al Pomodoro
Toasted bread topped with fresh tomatoes, garlic, basil and olive oil served on a bed of mixed leaves. (VG)
Calamari Fritti
Deep-fried squid rings served with homemade fresh tartar sauce.
Sardine alla Griglia
Grilled fresh sardines drizzled with garlic and olive oil. (GF)
Caldo Siciliano
Selection of deep-fried traditional Sicilian street food appetisers.
Tagliere di Salumi
Selection of Italian cured meat, marinated olives, and a selection of Sicilian cheese served with garlic bread.
Pasta
Penne and spaghetti pasta are available gluten-free for an additional £2.50.
Lasagna
Oven-baked traditional layers of pasta with minced beef, parmesan, mozzarella, béchamel and tomato sauce.
Penne Amatriciana
Pasta with bacon, onions, and tomato sauce.
Penne Salsiccia
Pasta with slow-cooked Sicilian sausage in tomato sauce.
Spaghetti Carbonara
Pasta with pancetta, smoked bacon, egg, parmesan, and cream.
Spaghetti Bolognese
Pasta with slowly braised minced beef in tomato sauce.
Penne alla Norma
Pasta with aubergine, garlic, tomato sauce, topped with Sicilian salted ricotta. (V)
Penne Arrabiata
Pasta with garlic, chilli and tomato sauce. (VG)
Tagliatelle Funghi
Fresh egg pasta with mushrooms, parmesan and cream.
Tagliatelle Salsiccia e Funghi
Fresh egg pasta with Sicilian sausage, mushrooms, a touch of tomato, parsley and olive oil.
Spaghetti allo Scoglio
Pasta with fresh mussels, squid, and king prawns, cooked with a touch of tomato sauce, garlic, and olive oil.
Tagliatelle al Gambero
Fresh egg pasta with a touch of tomato sauce, king prawns, cherry tomatoes, parsley and olive oil.
Risotto Mare
Risotto with mussels, squid, prawns and tomato sauce. (GF)
Risotto con Funghi
Risotto with mushrooms, parmesan and cream. (GF)
Risotto Salsiccia
Risotto with Sicilian sausage, fennel seeds, smoked mozzarella, parmesan and a touch of cream. (GF)
Meat
Stinco di Agnello Arrosto
Roasted lamb shank with homemade gravy, served with sautéed potatoes. (GF)
Agnello alla Griglia
Grilled leg of lamb steak served with sautéed potatoes. (GF)
Cotoletta alla Milanese
Pan-fried breaded veal escalope served with spaghetti in tomato sauce.
Saltimbocca alla Romana
Pan-fried veal topped with Parma ham and sage in homemade gravy sauce, served with sautéed potatoes. (GF)
Scaloppine ai Funghi
Pan-fried veal with mushrooms in truffle oil and cream sauce, served with sautéed potatoes. (GF)
Scaloppine al Limone
Pan-fried veal with lemon sauce, served with sautéed potatoes. (GF)
Pollo ai Funghi e Spinaci
Grilled chicken breast with spinach and mushrooms in cream sauce, served with sautéed potatoes. (GF)
Pollo alla Loggia
Grilled chicken breast with asparagus, peppers and onions, topped with mozzarella in gravy sauce, served with sautéed potatoes. (GF)
Pollo Panato
Pan-fried breaded chicken breast, served with chips.
Salsiccia al Sugo
A stew of Sicilian sausage with fennel seeds, cannellini beans, and potatoes in garlic, chilli, and tomato sauce. (GF)
Bistecca alla Griglia
Grilled sirloin steak, served with sautéed potatoes. (GF)
Steak Sauces
Diana
Mushrooms, onions, mustard, brandy and homemade gravy sauce
Al Pepe
Peppercorns and homemade gravy sauce
Al Gorgonzola
Gorgonzola cheese and cream sauce. (GF)
Pesce (Fish)
Filetto di Spigola
Grilled fillet of sea bass with garlic, white wine, olive oil and cherry tomato sauce, served with sautéed potatoes. (GF)
Salmone al Cartoccio
Oven-baked fresh salmon topped with cherry tomatoes, garlic, peppers, onions, and black olives served with sautéed potatoes. (GF)
Gamberoni all'Aglio (6)
Pan-fried king prawns with white wine, garlic, and butter, served with sautéed potatoes. (GF)
Gamberoni Arrabiata (6)
Pan-fried king prawns with chilli, garlic and tomato sauce, served with sautéed potatoes. (GF)
Calamari Fritti
Deep-fried squid rings served with homemade fresh tartar sauce and sautéed potatoes.
Sardine alla Griglia
Grilled fresh sardines drizzled with garlic and olive oil, served with sautéed potatoes. (GF)
Cozze al Vino
Fresh mussels cooked with white wine and parsley, with a side of sautéed potatoes. (GF)
Cozze al Pomodoro
Fresh mussels cooked with garlic, onions, tomato sauce and mixed herbs, with a side of sautéed potatoes. (GF)
Pizza
All small pizzas available on gluten free base for additional £2.50 / Vegan cheese available from £2.30+. Small serves 1, Medium serves 2, Large serves 3. Extras: Small £2.50, Medium £3.50, Large £4.50.
Margherita
Tomato sauce and mozzarella. (V)
Diavola
Tomato sauce, mozzarella and spicy salami.
Napoli
Tomato sauce, mozzarella, anchovies, capers and olives.
Siciliana
Tomato sauce, buffalo mozzarella, and aubergine topped with Sicilian salty ricotta.
Prosciutto Rucola
Tomato sauce, mozzarella, rocket, Parma ham and parmesan shavings.
Europea
Tomato sauce, mozzarella, frankfurters and chips.
Sferracavallo
Tomato sauce, mozzarella, squid, king prawns and mussels.
Capricciosa
Tomato sauce, mozzarella, spicy salami, mushrooms, ham, artichokes and olives.
Vegetariana
Tomato sauce, mozzarella, aubergine, zucchini, mushrooms, peppers, artichokes and olives. (V)
Salsiccia e Melanzane
Tomato sauce, buffalo mozzarella, Sicilian sausage and aubergine.
Calzone (Folded Pizza)
Tomato sauce, mozzarella, ham and mushrooms.
Prosciutto Funghi
Tomato sauce, mozzarella, Parma ham and mushrooms.
Bufala e Crudo
Tomato sauce, buffalo mozzarella and Parma Ham.
Tonno e Cipolla
Tomato sauce, mozzarella, tuna and onions.
Al Pollo
Tomato sauce, mozzarella, grilled chicken breast, jalapenos.
Quattro Formaggi
Mozzarella, Brie, Parmesan, and Gorgonzola cheese.
Faccia di Vecchia
Mozzarella, Sicilian olives with stone, cherry tomatoes, anchovies and parmesan cheese.
Rustica
Mozzarella, Sicilian olives with stone, spicy salami, cherry tomatoes and parmesan cheese.
Insalatone (Main Course Salad)
Insalata di Pollo
A selection of green leaves, grilled chicken breast, crispy bacon, shaved Parmesan, and croutons with olive oil.
Insalata Italiana
Selection of green leaves, rocket, cherry tomatoes, buffalo mozzarella, basil and olive oil. (GF)
Contorno (Side Dishes)
Insalata Mista
Selection of green leaves, tomatoes, olives, cucumber, carrot, onions, and sweet peppers with homemade dressing.
Insalata Pomodoro e Cipolla
Fresh tomatoes, red onions, Sicilian olives (with stones), oregano, and olive oil. (GF)(VG)
Insalata di Rucola
Rocket, tomatoes and parmesan shavings in olive oil. (GF)
Insalata Verde
Selection of green leaves, cucumber, olives, and green peppers in olive oil. (GF)(VG)
Vegetali Misti
Selection of steamed vegetables. (GF)(VG)
Spinaci all'Aglio
Sautéed fresh spinach with garlic and olive oil. (GF)(VG)
Riso, Chips, Patate
Rice, chips or sautéed potatoes. (GF)(VG)