La Fontana Restaurant

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About La Fontana Restaurant

La Fontana Restaurant in Elora offers exceptional service and flavorful, generously portioned food. The cozy setting overlooks the river, with a patio for warmer weather, providing a pleasant outdoor dining experience. Customers appreciate the friendly staff and the chance to sit near the river, enjoying the peaceful view. The restaurant offers a variety of options, including pizzas with vegan cheese for $5 extra and two pasta dishes that can be made vegan. One customer enjoyed a pasta with Cale pesto, though found it nothing special. Pizzas are generally well-liked, and the outdoor seating area adds to the experience, despite some cleanliness issues with the gazebos. The restaurant is known for its local, fresh food prepared daily and does not charge extra for gluten-friendly options. A notable feature is the pasta-making class with Dennis, which many find fun and memorable, especially with the chance to make pasta and choose sauces, complemented by charcuterie and wine. Dennis is praised for being patient and attentive, making the experience worth returning for dinner. Overall, La Fontana is seen as a caring restaurant that does many things right, making it a top choice for visitors to Elora.