First time eating pizza it was very good Katie is a great bartender This is Italian elevated read more

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I used to think this was the best restaurant in Idyllwild, but over the years a few newer spots have taken that title for me. On this visit, the bread was a bit disappointing. It used to be fresh and delicious, but this time it tasted like it had been sitting out for a while--parts of it has the texture of croutons. The risotto was also underwhelming. It lacked flavor, and the vegetables were cut into such large pieces that it was difficult to get a balanced bite of everything. We only managed a few bites before deciding not to finish it. If I'm honest, Trader Joe's makes a better risotto. That said, the salad and the mussels were both very enjoyable, and the back porch remains one of the restaurant's biggest highlights. The atmosphere is beautiful and still makes it a lovely place to relax and dine. I also thought it was a very sweet touch that the servers brought water out for the dogs on the patio--it made the experience feel especially welcoming for pet owners. While this visit didn't quite live up to my memories, the setting, friendly service, and thoughtful hospitality still make it a place worth visiting. read more

FERRO - Muscles and salad - Pizza Near Me - Idyllwild, California

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This restaurant is absolutely wonderful! I love the beautiful drive to Idyllwild, and dining here is always a highlight of the trip. Our waiter was fantastic--friendly, attentive, and truly made the experience special. I always hope to get him whenever we visit. One of my favorite things about this restaurant is the bread. It's incredibly delicious, and the butter served with it is just as amazing. The food is consistently excellent, and the atmosphere is perfect for relaxing and enjoying a great meal. I highly recommend this restaurant to anyone looking for a relaxing dining experience with outstanding food and exceptional service. We literally come here at least three times a month. read more

FERRO - Starter bread - Pizza Near Me - Idyllwild, California

We had a lovely time at Ferro! Our waiter Spiros G was such a delight! They gave us olives and breadsticks to start which was such a nice touch. My hubs enjoyed his pork over polenta. I had a seafood risotto and it was stock full of shellfish! We sat out in the front patio with our pup and it was a wonderful evening. Def plan to go again when we're back in town! read more

FERRO - Pizza Near Me - Idyllwild, California

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Really great spot. Highlights are the freshly made pasta! We were visiting for my birthday and they were so kind to bring me out a dessert. I had an amazing non alcoholic sparkling wine! Lots of mocktails and great selection of wines and cocktails as well. Next time we would definitely like to try the pizza. They looked and smelled amazing cooking in the outdoor pizza oven. Room for improvements- Cacio e Pepe was slightly dry, my husband's potatoes were overcooked on his steak, and service was slow. But overall would come back for sure. Our server was so sweet but she had too many tables! It took about two hours which is long with a toddler. Overall solid spot in Idy. read more

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One of the higher end Italian restaurants Idyllwild and it sure won't disappoint. Most of our food was exceptional. The Caesar salad was just fantastic. The salsiccia pizza, which has Italian sausage, a cream sauce, and scallions, was amazing. Just the right amount of spice and a big portion. The spaghetti meatballs could use a little more flavor. Service was just superb. They were attentive and exceptional. They even gave us the tiramisu on the house because we were celebrating her birthday. Do not sleep on the tiramisu. Definitely one of the tops in Idyllwild. read more

This is my second time at Ferro and it's always a great time. The space has that cozy, warm, rustic vibe that fits Idyllwild perfectly. We had a table reservation but ended up sitting at the bar instead.The bar itself is pretty small with only a handful of seats, but that made it more intimate and fun. We ended up chatting with the other guests and it turned into one of those unexpectedly great nights. Bryan, our bartender/server was adorable, friendly, and really made the whole experience enjoyable. We ordered the following: Gamberoni alla Griglia - big, juicy prawns with a light char and clean natural flavors. Simple, fresh and done right. Lasagna with Boar Special - my boyfriend ordered this and it was definitely on the richer side. He couldn't finish it and had to take it home, but said it was even better the next day. Salmone Arrosto - perfectly cooked, flaky, and not dry at all. Light, simple, and really satisfying the portion was pretty generous. I ended up taking some home too. If you're looking for a casually upscale date night spot while in town, I highly recommend this place. Staff, service, food, and drinks are always on point. read more

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Ferro continues to be one of our favorite restaurants in Idyllwild. The atmosphere alone is worth the visit -- especially on the patio. Between the fire tables, heat lamps, soft music, and mountain air, it creates the perfect setting for a relaxing and memorable dinner. The food has been consistently outstanding every time we've visited. The menu offers a great variety, and watching the pizza chef work the wood-fired oven is part of the experience. The pizzas are fantastic, and their wine list has plenty of excellent options, whether you're ordering by the glass or bottle. Service has always been exceptional, and this last visit was no different. Adison took amazing care of us throughout the evening. She was warm, fun, professional, and genuinely made our celebratory dinner feel special. This was our sixth visit to Ferro, which probably says everything you need to know. Highly recommend making reservations ahead of time because this place stays busy -- and deservedly so. read more

FERRO - Polpette di Vitello. - Pizza Near Me - Idyllwild, California

From the moment we walked up to the door host to take us to our table we were treated kindly with a smile. Doorman was funny, I love his positive attitude. Our hostess Cali who brought our water and our olive and bread stick plate was super bubbly personality and nice to talk to, she was attentive to our needs at our table all night. The atmosphere was definitely romantic, dim lightning and nice ambience perfect for date night. Our server Spiro I believe was his name was very helpful In deciding drink and food orders. I loved the hibiscus gin drink and my boyfriend loved his mountain bourbon drink. The steamed clams were really delicious my boyfriend said, he also loved the margarita pizza with prosciutto. I was lucky because they make vegan pizza here with vegan cheese and vegan sausage. It was incredible. We were in town three nights and chose to come back twice because it was so good. We will definitely return. read more

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Great experience overall. Service was great. Our server, Nathan, was very kind, encouraging and attentive. His recommendations really help guide us through the menu. The restaurant itself had great vibes. The seating area inside is pretty intimate, so our seat next to the fireplace felt very cozy and warm. Ambient lighting, intentional festive decorations, and great music. Food was excellent. Ordered a Caesar salad, lemon chicken pasta and a margarita pizza. Highlight of the meal was the Caesar salad. Tasted well seasoned and the anchovies were a pleasant surprise. read more

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I can hardly wait to get back, we had such a great time there. The cuisine was incredible and the ambiance is unbeatably cool, a luxurious forest vibe. Is that a thing?! Service left not one thing to be desired, and we met fun conversationalists on the patio. read more

This spot is perfect for a date night--we saw plenty of couples enjoying the ambiance. We were seated upstairs, where the mood lighting, candlelight, and charming old-home feel blended beautifully with the modern décor. The four of us stopped in for a light dinner, and the food did not disappoint. The salads were fresh, bright, and perfectly dressed. The grilled prawns were cooked just right. The dessert leaned a bit dry, but the gelato was wonderfully rich and decadent. I'd definitely love to come back and try a more extensive meal! read more

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We visited Ferro Valentine's Day weekend on our first trip to Idyllwild. I made sure to make reservations a month in advance, and was happy I did because it was busy! Im sure the mixture of a holiday weekend and it being a Saturday was to blame, so definitely go on their website to make those reservations and plan ahead. Parking is limited right in front of the restaurant, but right across the street you have ample parking options, just make sure to arrive a little early to make some time to park. We arrived 5min. Early and checked in at the host who was very welcoming! I did make a request on my reservation for a table near the fireplace, but they took us upstairs and stuck us in a tight fitting corner. This table was against the window with my seat against the wall with no room to push my chair back comfortably and my boyfriend's seat right up against a decorative floating glass wall...which directly behind THAT was a bathroom. It definitely didnt scream "romantic dinner spot" but we rolled with it. Our waiter was great and very knowledgeable of the menu. We ended up getting the Jameson ginger mule and Fernet Francisco Willet Rye Cask. We also ordered a Caesar Salad, Zuppa di Pesce and Capesante Scottate to start. Main dishes were the Spaghetti e Polpette & Lasagne al Cinghiale e Manzo. They delivered complimentary olives/2 pretzel like sticks/ ball of butter. Shortly after that we received our drinks that were good but the mule was definitely on the sour side. Appetizers came out maybe 15min. later. I got the cup of Zuppa and it was A LOT... we shared that and still didnt finish. The Caesar Salad had freshly made Caesar dressing and topped with an anchovy filet- it was delicious. The scallops were definitely good, but there were only 3 and on the smaller side of what we imagined for the price compared to other fine dining spots we've been to. It took a bit for our main dishes to come out, but again, it was Valentine's Day. The Lasagna and spaghetti were SO good and had a good amount of portion to it. We were sad that we were so full, because we just couldnt fit dessert in when we really wanted to try the tiramisu. Our waiter got us our check super fast, we paid, and left. I think if we were to have had a different table. ..it would been the perfect experience, but at least the food was great. read more

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While visiting Idyllwild we were looking for a nice restaurant to enjoy, unfortunately this one missed the mark. The ambiance is nice, the patio is fine but underwhelming with all of the reviews saying how nice it is. Service was good the whole time. The downside was the food, and for the price it definitely was NOT worth it. The complimentary bread sticks and olives were delicious, definitely the highlight of our meal. My burrata salad was fresh and good, the Caesar salad was flavorless. Our entrees came out looking delicious but it turned out to be one of the worst entrees we've had. The spaghetti and linguine were both super undercooked and hard. The meatballs were borderline raw. The sauce on my seafood pasta was very spicy and flavorless, the lobster and prawns were cooked nicely though. Overall we were really disappointed with having our nice meal here. In my opinion it was overpriced for the quality of food we received. read more

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Stumbled upon FERRO while walking around Idyllwild for a mid-week staycation. We saw it had a nice front patio where we could bring baby strollers and was pleasantly surprised when they offered us seating in their back patio. The back patio is really beautiful and secluded with lots of shade and pine trees all around. We ordered oysters, jumbo prawns, breakfast pizza, broccolini, clam linguine, carpaccio and 8 ounce rib eye. The standouts for us were the prawns, pizza and broccolini. They make their bread and pastas in house and it tasted really good. The other dishes were solid but not our favorite, with the steak being over-salted and a bit too rare. I rather have my steak more rare than medium (ordered medium rare), but it was too rare for others at the table. The cut they used was also very weird to me. Must more like a rougher filet tenderloin than a rib eye. I've had a lot of steaks in my life and that wasn't like a rib eye at all. Besides nitpicking the steak, everything else was really good, great ambiance, great service, and a live jazz band on a Wednesday. Really enjoyed it and would come back. read more

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Came here as part of our family trip to enjoy dinner in idyllwild. My mother and her friend ordered the sea bass while my husband and I tried the braised rabbit. The food was great, well seasoned, and cooked well. The only real downsides we had was the service and ambiance. While our server was very nice and attentive, none of the staff who came by assisted with getting some more light to where we were seated. We had only one candle on our table and no other light source as the umbrella of our table was blocking the other sources of light. It was very difficult to see the menu and also see what we were actually eating. Honestly, if this was addressed as we told multiple staff members if we could get another candle or light source and still got ignored, it would have made this so much better. Other than that, we did still enjoy the food and the drinks. read more

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The food, the service and the ambiance was superb. Our waiter was on point. The staff always kept my water glass full. I highly recommend going... read more

Made reservations for an early dinner. There are different areas to dine but only the 2nd floor was left available. The restaurant appears small from the outside but once we entered it opened up to a cozy and intimate space. We were greeted right away as we entered and our server was friendly as she took our orders. The menu had amazing options. We were also given a happy hour menu which i couldn't resist in ordering wine from. Received complementary bread sticks, butter and olives while we waited. Our food choices were delicious. We selected to start off with insalata burrata and for our mains lasagna, marinara with mushrooms, pepperoni pizza and the linguine with chicken. The dishes were all made perfectly. We even ordered desserts, sorbets and the bread pudding, and totally forgot to take pictures since they were devoured within minutes. Didn't think we'd find one of our most memorable Italian dining experiences in Idyllwild. Coming from the East coast (Jersey specifically) where Italian food is plentiful our hunt to find anything similar can be a chore..but we hit gold with Ferro! Thrilled to find this little gem of a place in the mountains. Will certainly be back when we return to Idyllwild. read more

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I cannot say enough good things about Ferro. Be advised; if you are coming on a Tuesday, make reservations! They book up quickly because of their live music. We were seated on the front patio for two people and two dogs. The service was incredible and the food was even better. It's going to be a reason I return to Idyllwild, no question. read more

Ferro is a beautiful restaurant...It was our first time here and definitely ill give another try...of course ill have reservation for the first floor. They had beautiful patio to... They werent so busy but as they mentioned their most tables were booked...we didnt have reservations...Make sure have reservations because they are keeping tables for their reservation eventhough if they dint show up and be late which i like it...Sometimes for some reason people get late and miss their table and some restaurants dont accept it...Sometimes its a good gesture to keep the table... Service was ok...The server who helped us forgot the drink. Also, i asked them to not put anchovies in top of my salad and put aside which they didnt! They brought Pizza and the items on top of it didnt stick to each other due to lack of cheese! Also, they didnt offer shaved cheese on top or even crushed bell pepper...It wasn't on the table! If its not table, most likely the waiter offers but nobody did offer and i asked for crushed pepper and when i figured out i wanted shaved cheese nobody was upstair so sitting the first floor will give you better service...When we were walking out i saw the shaved cheese on the counter... The lentils soup was phenomenal...It was my favorite part of order but it was missing a bread...Soup often comes with bread specially in Italy and italian restaurants but i didnt get any and it was too late to order the bread...Dont forget to order bread with your soup.4/5 The salad was good, except i told them no anchovies on top of it...The shrimp was ok but it didnt taste anything...4/5 Carpaccio was so delicious and carefully sliced...I think this part was 5/5. The Pizza didnt stick together and it was missing cheese...I hope they offered shredded cheese or crushed red pepper....4/5 Overall, its a good restaurant but it was missing so many items...I was hoping that they will acknowledge they didnt bring the drink but no one did acknowledge so probably the waiter didnt put in menu or they have just missed.1/5 The person who welcomed us was very welcoming and friendly...The lady in bar was so sweet. The other thing, it was a toilet in second floor and while second floor was too small and no windows were open the smell of it wasn't pleasant and it was too close to tables so if there is no windows open or door itsnt surprising...Im very sensitive to smell... read more

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Looked for a nicer restaurant in the small town of Idyllwild for an anniversary dinner and found the perfect spot. Not a lot of nicer places since the town is so small but such a cute little hidden gem. Service was great and both the server and the host made a great effort to make the dinner flow and lovely! Also not pictured, but Cesar salad was 10/10 and the best Cesar I have had in my whole life. THAT WAS THE PORTION SIZE OF PARM THAT A CESAR DESERVES. Gosh it was fabulous. Oh the the bread had sea salt on top supppperr yum and fluffy on the inside. read more

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Looks like they can get pretty busy - we came on Saturday right when they opened and there were already people seated and plenty came after us. I tried their lemonade, margherita pizza & caprese salad w/ ribeye. Everything tasted good! Service was quick and kind. Gender neutral restroom & street parking only. read more

FERRO - Margherita - Pizza Near Me - Idyllwild, California

Wow! What an adorable restaurant. We sat outside and the ambiance was great. The server - didn't catch her name - was lovely. We ate a few things from the happy hour menu that were delicious. Nice light bites. Our favorite dish was the salmon. Perfection. Thank you for a lovely experience! We will be back! read more

FERRO - Salmone Arrosto - Pizza Near Me - Idyllwild, California

Amber was so welcoming and kind. Amazing customer service. The food is delicious! The outdoor back patio is cozy and inviting. I'd definitely recommend coming here for happy hour. read more

Plenty of free parking spaces. We were able to go in without reservations during the week but when we passed by over the weekend, we saw a long line so I recommend making a reservation. Ordered the following: - Vongole al Vapore - Salsiccia di Finnochio e Panna - Burrata Insalate - Linguine alla Bolognese - Lasagne al Chinghiale e Manzo - Risotto ai Frutti di Mare - Nivole Moscato d'Asti (delicious but they give you very little) The portions were good for the dishes and they were delicious. I'm not sure if they were short staffed that day, but our server seemed busy and was not very attentive/focused read more

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Ferro in Idyllwild has such a charming, woodsy vibe--truly the highlight of the experience. We ordered the pizza, cacio e pepe, and tiramisu. All of the dishes were good and enjoyable. The pizza had a nice flavor, the cacio e pepe was comforting, and the tiramisu was a pleasant finish to the meal. Overall, the food was decent, and the cozy mountain setting and atmosphere definitely made the visit feel special. Great date night spot. read more

FERRO - Pizza Near Me - Idyllwild, California

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This restaurant is perfect for a quiet dinner under the stars on front porch or indoors where it's cooler. Located a little past the Welcome to Idyllwild banner, on the right side you'll also find store-front or plenty of free parking in the lot across the street. No streetlights though so be careful walking back to car. We used our cellphone flashlights. Strongly recommend making reservations on OpenTable as the place is popular. We did for 7:30 pm and happy our request to sit on front porch was accommodated. It also had a fire pit which they lit for us and it wasn't hot at all just the perfect ambiance for this mountain gem. Hostess was busy hopping - she worked hard dealing with people who didn't have rez, finding proper menus, getting drink menus to us when they ran out, lighting the fire pit and basically being a good first impression. Our server was nice too and very patient with us deciding what to drink and eat. Busgirl kept our waters filled through entire meal which was slurped up due to altitude keeping us hydrated. The food- 5-stars see pics below- margarita pizza, linguine with clams, seriously delectable fare and perfectly cooked. A very nice wine list to accompany and the final bill wasn't bad at all, We didn't have room for dessert but they do offer it. They also have a little bar inside with more dining tables and a large area in the back of house with more tables and nice little lights for ambiance. They have t-shirts for sale but I'd recommend ordering them ahead of time because manager has to get them from a storage area as they are not displayed. Lost a star due to the slightly longish wait for the wine, so next time we will order that first while we peruse menu for the entree. As we departed they were singing happy birthday to another patron, but managed to thank us for coming with genuine smiles of appreciation. read more

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Phenomenal dining experience period. Tucked in the heart of Idyllwild you'll find an incredible experience from check in to dining, and finally desert. Staff is incredibly friendly and attentive, always willing to lend a hand whenever they can. Amber helped out and even brought a thoughtful congratulation card for our anniversary. The food hit the spot, overdelivering every bite. The location has a unique upscale backyard vibe, which blends the comfort of home with a nice touch of upscale class. Will be coming here again no doubt! read more

FERRO - Pizza Near Me - Idyllwild, California

We had dinner at FERRO while staying in Idyllwild and everything was absolutely perfect. The cocktails were amazing, the seafood soup was delicious, and the steak and lobster were outstanding. Every dish was cooked beautifully and full of flavor. The service was exceptional--attentive, friendly, and welcoming. We will definitely be back next time we're in town. Highly recommend if you're visiting Idyllwild and looking for delicious dinner. read more

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Everything about Ferros is amazing , the ambiance , the service " always helpful , kind and generous with time and attention to our needs and knowledge of menu as for the food there is not enough I can say about how good it is , but I will say we travel the world and also dine at many many Italian restaurants, this top our list, for authenticity and quality of ingredients, flair , flavor and we have our favorites !! Highly recommended the pesto pizza with goat cheese, the Caesar salad is the best as an appetizer " each bite will make your mouth explode with flavors and your taste buds will love you . The small bites menu is so yummy , each item given a try you will not be disappointed. The pastas all are so perfectly cooked and balanced with fresh basil And incredibly delicious, the cocktails are mesmerizing and little pieces of art . Speaking of art the walls are filled with beautiful warm black and whites and a little mixture of history " the brat pack and nods to the years past give this little gem in idyllwild an awesome sleep easy feel with a out door bar making wood fired pizzas where you may bring your fur baby to enjoy a wonderful glass of wine of wine under the stars . Look forward to each time we get there ! read more

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My wife and I came in a little early for dinner. I'll just summarize the experience. Initial greeting - friendly and efficient Initial table service - Great. Place settings water drink order with discussion about the wines. The server answered all our questions. Meal order and menu questions- right on time and all questions answered. He started with my wife and then me. Food service- Good timing, correct temp. Correct cook on the chicken. Chicken was seasoned and skin was roasted nicely. Veggies were soft but not mushy. And seasoned. My spaghetti bolognese was perfect. That's all I can say about it. And I had asked for a red Italian varietal with the pasta. No reminder needed. It was delivered seconds after the food arrival by another server. Their secret, all servers have their heads on a swivel. I watched them as they moved about. They were always looking for an opportunity to assist. Just a fabulous relaxing dinner with my wife. read more

Romantic in the evening. Ceasar Salad 8/10 Linguine with mussels and clams 9/10 Linguine with chicken cream sauce....very rich. 7/10 Service Impeccable. 10/10 read more

Best upscale restaurant in Idyllwild! Service is very friendly and kind. Dishes were excellent as you could tell they use high quality and fresh ingredients. My favorite was the margherita pizza! read more

FERRO - Margherita & Lasagne al Cinghiale e Manzo - Pizza Near Me - Idyllwild, California

Grabbed some pizzas to go and they were SO GOOD! The perfect food to bring back to the cabin on a chilly rainy night to watch movies. The service was friendly and the pizzas were ready exactly when they said they'd be on the phone. read more

FERRO - Pepperoni with red onion and jalapeño - Pizza Near Me - Idyllwild, California

Exceptional service and food. I got a pizza and it was one of the best I have ever had. The service was attentive and upbeat. The atmosphere was fun and casual, while the food itself was very much like fine dining. Will be back! read more

Beautiful, dog-friendly outdoor back patio area. The Insalata Burrata was wonderfully fresh with creamy burrata. The Linguine Fra Diavolo featured tasty seafood and a delicious spicy marinara. The Ricotta e Zucca wasn't my favorite- the crust was okay, could've used more flavor. We enjoyed the large non-alcoholic beverage selection - we got a NA rose a NA cocktail- both were excellent. read more

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Took a weekend trip to Idyllwild and Ferro was highly recommended! Booking a reservation was very easy online and we got outdoor seating which was very beautiful in their back patio! We ordered the Linguine alla Bolognese, Spaghetti alla Carbonara, and Insalata di Cesare. Both the pasta dishes were delicious and I really liked the carbonara with the guanciale. The Ceasar salad was very delicious - it came with sardines and felt very light! Would highly recommend! The drinks were just ok - we ordered the verdita margarita and spicy ginger man. I wasn't the biggest fan but the meal made up for it! To end it all we got the banana bread with Nutella and gelato and that was soooo good! Overall it was such a nice time and would highly recommend Ferro! read more

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Lord this place just gets better every time. It's worth the 90 min drive once a month to come here. The ambiance, the food and service is still second to none. The new drinks on the menu were all perfectly balanced and elevated like everything else this gem has always offered. read more

Ferro is an absolute standout in Idyllwild. Over two visits to the city I've eaten at Ferro a few times, and every time discovered something else amazing on the menu. I've had the pork chop which was absolutely wonderful, probably the best pork chop I've ever eaten. I've had wonderful pasta dishes, including the lasagna, indulged in a wonderful shrimp appetizer, had good pizzas. The servers are always very friendly, professional, and attentive. They have seating inside and outside, and both are comfortable and cozy and add to ambiance of the restaurant. You can't go wrong with any of their delicious and fresh meals. They are a wonderful dinner option. read more

Came to Idyllwild for our anniversary and booked dinner at FERRO. First off, their service was great! Their staff were all kind and welcoming. We were sat by the little fireplace by the front door and it was such a welcoming ambiance. Their food was also very tasty. I got their eggplant parmesan with spaghetti and my husband got the wild boar and prime rib lasagna. It was all cooked to perfection. Their drink menu is kind of limited to wines and some beer. They have some cocktails as well. Highly recommend this place!! read more

FERRO - Melanzane alla Parmigiana e Spaghetti Eggplant Parmesan. - Pizza Near Me - Idyllwild, California