La Fortezza, a gem nestled in Newmillerdam, Wakefield, is quickly winning hearts with its authentic Italian fare and warm ambiance. Patrons rave about the delicious offerings, from the beautifully grilled Bistecca Di Ai Ferri to creamy Vitello Valdostana. Each dish showcases quality ingredients, brilliantly cooked to perfection. Reviews highlight the restaurant’s exceptional service, noting how staff are both friendly and attentive, making every visit feel special. Christine Edge and Geraldine Barrett praised the accommodating nature of the team, even adding extra seating to ensure guests feel welcomed. The stylish décor and spotless cleanliness enhance the dining experience, with diners enjoying the picturesque setting near the water. Customers appreciate the well-curated menu, offering a variety of options despite its small size, which only adds to the restaurant's charm. Jo's delightful experience, complete with a surprise birthday serenade, showcases the personal touch that La Fortezza embodies. Moreover, the convenience of free parking post-6 PM is an added bonus, making it easier for visitors to indulge in an unforgettable dining experience. Overall, La Fortezza perfectly combines a chic atmosphere, attentive service, and delectable cuisine, ensuring it remains a sought-after destination for Italian food lovers. It's a place where quality and hospitality unite, promising diners a memorable meal every time.
Amenities and More
Accessibility
Has wheelchair-accessible car park
Has wheelchair-accessible entrance
Has wheelchair-accessible seating
Has wheelchair-accessible toilet
Service options
Has outdoor seating
Offers takeaway
Serves dine-in
No delivery
Highlights
Serves great cocktails
Serves great coffee
Serves great dessert
Has great wine list
Popular for
Popular for lunch
Popular for dinner
Good for solo dining
Offerings
Serves alcohol
Serves beer
Serves cocktails
Serves coffee
Serves food
Serves healthy options
Serves late-night food
Serves spirits
Serves wine
Dining options
Serves lunch
Serves dinner
Has catering
Serves dessert
Has seating
Amenities
Has bar on site
Has toilet
Atmosphere
Casual
Cosy
Historic
Romantic
Trendy
Upmarket
Crowd
Good for groups
Popular with tourists
Planning
Reservations required
Dinner reservations recommended
Accepts reservations
Payments
Accepts credit cards
Accepts debit cards
Accepts NFC mobile payments
Credit cards
Children
High chairs available
Parking
Free of charge street parking
Free parking lot
Paid parking lot
Plenty of parking
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Reviews For La Fortezza
Christine Edge
May 14,2025
Visited this lovely place a week ago. We had not booked, but they kindly opened extra space to accommodate us. Despite being amongst only 2 groups in the extra space that night the service was great, the food was delicious and we will definitely be going back.
Geraldine Barrett
May 12,2025
Excellent place next to the water at Newmillerdam. We had not booked, but we were able to be offered a table for 2 with a good amount of time allowed. Good service. Food is delicious and well presented. Staff friendly, efficient and attentive.
shiva safaei
May 11,2025
Delicious food with an amazing starter to kick things off! Stylish vibe, great location, spotless clean, and excellent service —the perfect spot for a quality Italian meal
Jo
Apr 25,2025
Booked here for 3 of us. The restaurant looked clean, tidy and modern. We were seated straight away. It was only a small menu but had plenty of choice. Our orders were taken and our food arrived promptly. The staff were friendly and attentive. We thoroughly enjoyed our food. They also sang “happy birthday” to my husband but I missed it as I’d nipped to the loo ha ha. But all in all we enjoyed our food and would happily return in the future. Oh I believe you can park for free in Newmilller Dam carpark after 6pm too.
Summer
Apr 8,2025
Food was absolutely beautiful! The restaurant it's self was clean and decorated well. Staff ( Rosie and Hiwa )welcomed us and we're attentive throughout. We will visit again.
Isha K
Mar 13,2025
Great place, the atmosphere is amazing, very modern, stylish and clean and at a great location too. There is a car park right next to the restaurant which is free after 6pm, and the entrance to the restaurant via the car park is also very stylish. The food was amazing both main course and dessert, and definitely leave feeling satisfied.The staff were lovely also. I’ll definitely will be back again. Highly recommend dining here.
Stuart Lansdowne
Feb 24,2025
We love this place, exceptional every time, amazing food, great atmosphere, lovely setting, and really well priced, simply faultless. Highly recommended
Justyna Sokół
Feb 10,2025
Beautiful place with delicious food and great service it was a pleasure to go there, we had an amazing time, we were well taken care of and food exceeded our expectations! We absolutely recommend taking a walk around the pond and then coming in for delicious pizza or pasta, you won’t be disappointed!
Reviews For La Fortezza