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Fortuna’s Restaurant & Banquets

4.6 582 reviews Closed 827 19th St, Niagara Falls, NY 14301, United States

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Fortuna’s Restaurant & Banquets, nestled in Niagara Falls, is an Italian culinary gem that promises a delightful dining experience. With a charming ambience and commitment to authenticity, patrons praise its scratch-made dishes and attentive service. The menu boasts scrumptious offerings, including the tender veal parmigiana and hearty gnocchi paired with savory sausage, which have garnered rave reviews for their flavor and preparation. Dining here feels like a journey through Italy, enhanced by a solid wine list perfect for pairing with any meal. Diners like Raymond A. Barba commend the establishment for its dedication to customer satisfaction, noting the owner’s personal connection to diners and willingness to rectify past experiences. Meanwhile, others mention the inviting atmosphere, where professional and courteous staff elevate your dining experience, ensuring every guest feels valued. However, some reviews suggest slight inconsistencies, such as overly saucy lasagna or cold bread, though these issues appear minor in the grand scheme of the overall dining experience. Fortuna’s stands out for its blend of classic Italian cuisine and modern hospitality, leaving many, including Ray Siciliano and D.J., eager to return. Whether for a special occasion or a casual meal, Fortuna’s is a recommendation you won’t want to overlook during your visit to Niagara Falls.

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Amenities & More

Service options

  • Curbside pickup
  • Takeout
  • Dine-in
  • Delivery

Highlights

  • Great cocktails
  • Great coffee
  • Great wine list
  • Serves local specialty

Popular for

  • Dinner
  • Solo dining

Dining options

  • Dinner
  • Catering
  • Dessert
  • Seating
  • Table service

Amenities

  • Bar onsite
  • Restroom

Atmosphere

  • Casual
  • Cozy
  • Historic
  • Quiet
  • Romantic
  • Upscale

Crowd

  • Family-friendly
  • Groups
  • Tourists
Note: Amenity details are aggregated from verified visits, the venue's website and Google. They may change without notice. We recommend confirming key details (pet policy, accessibility, reservations) directly with Fortuna’s Restaurant & Banquets before visiting.

Reviews for Fortuna’s Restaurant & Banquets

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Review highlights

Based on 582 reviews

Fortuna’s Restaurant & Banquets in Niagara Falls is widely praised for its authentic Italian cuisine and classic atmosphere. Reviewers frequently highlight the quality of scratch-made dishes, such as veal parmigiana, gnocchi, and lasagna, noting flavorful and well-prepared meals. The service receives consistent commendations for attentiveness and professionalism, enhancing the overall dining experience. Some guests appreciate the restaurant’s willingness to address and remedy concerns, reflecting strong customer care. While the majority of feedback is positive, minor remarks include occasional inconsistencies like overly saucy dishes or serving bread at less-than-optimal temperature. Overall, Fortuna’s is recognized as a welcoming spot for both special occasions and casual dining, with a solid reputation for Italian fare and a well-curated wine list.

Raymond A Barba
Jun 02, 2025

I am extremely grateful to the restaurants owner for reaching out to me after my previous experience. I was asked to give them another consideration by visiting the restaurant and I was thoroughly impressed. The recognition of a customers displeasure and the desire to make it right is what makes any restaurant stand above the rest. I enjoyed the best veal parmigiana this side of the Atlantic. It was perfectly breaded and extremely tender. The cheese and sauce were well balanced and made the meal worth the second trip. And to wrap up the meal I was very pleased with their cannoli's, they were crisp and sweet with just the right amount of chocolate chips and no fruit. My server, Joslyn, was extremely courteous and always checked to make sure how the meal was going. I was extremely delighted to see a huge difference between my previous experience to what is was this time. The overall experience and the realization that the owner of this phenomenal restaurant does take the comments of their customers to heart is what all restaurants should be like. I am honored and humbled to be contacted by the owner to ensure my unfortunate experience was not overlooked. Thank you for the experience and the recognition and offering of discounts to military and first responders. I will always remember this restaurant and will definitely recommend this establishment to all.

Ray Siciliano
May 10, 2025

I did not have a reservation (if on a normal busy night or larger party, definitely recommend them) and was able to be seated almost immediately. Be hungry! The food (I had the gnocchi, sausage and sauce) was outstanding! It was so good, I ordered uncooked set for eats at home. A great place to take a date. Rock solid wine list. Wouldn't hesitate to eat there again (from out of town, but family in Niagara Falls, so back frequently enough). Ensure you have the time to enjoy dinner, and not be in a hurry. Well done!

karen valera
May 07, 2025

We went last night for dinner, nice environment, the service was really good. I ordered the shrimp scampi and it was good. My brother order the lasagna but we all agreed that even it was tasty it had way too much sauce. In general food was ok, the bread they brought to the table was cold , they should have bring it warm.

Dan Hoffman
Apr 30, 2025

Classic Italian atmosphere & cuisine. Ask for Kalena & you will have outstanding service. Everything is scratch made--pasta noodles, Italian dressing, even. Food is absolutely fantastic. You just have to go.

D J
Apr 08, 2025

My son and I had the pleasure of eating at Forumas last night. We arrived after a long day of travel and the experience was great. The staff were professional, the food was sensational (Lasagna with Meat Sauce) and a great Old Fashioned! Our server, Alyssa, was attentive and gave us some great information about the restaraunt and the Falls itself. Cannot wait to go back on our next trip up to the Falls!

Julia
Apr 05, 2025

We had a really good experience. The food was really good. The vodka pasta was delicious and the sauce was so good. The only thing I didn’t really care for was the bread, it seemed a little stale/old but everything else was good. The area it is in is very strange also but that didn’t affect my rating at all.

Michael Watz
Mar 29, 2025

We love Fortuna's. Been going there for years. Cool throwback family place with wonderful music, fantastic homemade pasta, and the best eggplant anywhere. Occasionally we do the family pack dinners too and they are a great value for a quick take home dinner.

MB P
Mar 19, 2025

Fortuna's is a little gem tucked in an area that you might not find on your own. The food is more traditional Italian cuisine and delicious. I have used them for catering as well and my guests loved the food. I recommend checking it out.

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Address
827 19th St, Niagara Falls, NY 14301, United States
Category
Italian restaurants

Opening hours

  • Monday (Today) Closed
  • Tuesday Closed
  • Wednesday 4:00 AM - 8:00 PM
  • Thursday 4:00 AM - 8:00 PM
  • Friday 4:00 AM - 9:00 PM
  • Saturday 4:00 AM - 9:00 PM
  • Sunday 4:00 AM - 8:00 PM

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