Il Forno Restaurant has chosen the beginning of the Steelers and Cardinals football season to celebrate its grand opening.
“I’m a die-hard Steelers fan, and, of course, I love the Cardinals, too,” said Peter Pizzurro. “So, we decided to create some great football season food and drink specials to kick off the grand opening, and to carry on throughout the season during the Cards and Steelers games.”
Since both the Cardinals and the Steelers kick off their respective regular seasons on Sunday, Sept. 9, that day was chosen for the grand opening. The Steelers play the Seattle Seahawks at 1:25 p.m., at home, and the Steelers meet the Denver Broncos at 5:20 p.m., in Denver.
“We’re not a sports bar, but we have three big-screen TVs, which are visible from the bar and any seat in the house, so you can see the game while enjoying some great food and drinks,” said Peter. “All of our staff will dress in football jerseys to add to the fun.”
September also signals the opening of Il Forno’s outdoor patio, great for the cooler evenings. They also are planning to start having entertainment on Friday and Saturday evenings, and have engaged a local singer who sings Tony Bennett and Frank Sinatra songs.
Il Forno is located on the west side of the Home Depot shopping center, at Power and McKellips roads. Hours are Tuesday through Thursday, from 11 a.m. to 2:30 p.m., and 4 to 9 p.m.; Friday and Saturday, from 11 a.m. to 2:30 p.m., and 4 to 10 p.m.; and Sunday, from 11 a.m. to 8 p.m.
For orders or information, call (480) 641-1000.