Forno Alto — Restaurant in Altoona

So the layout was a little confusing. We did research beforehand and knew what sandwich we wanted to order. When we went into the cafe, they had some but not all the sandwiches we were expecting on the menu. We adjusted and had the muffaletta, which I wouldn't get again because the bread was dense, stale, and inedible. And we got the Pompeii, which was really good and surprisingly warm. As we were leaving, we saw next door, in another building, in a different parking lot, was the deli. When we went in there, it was the menu we were expecting (the Milan). But no tables to sit. So next time, we would order from the deli and eat at the Cafe? Last comment is on friendliness. A real missed opportunity for them. We came here because of what we read online and several people commented on friendliness in addition to excellent food. Every employee we encountered was decidedly not friendly, short, and cold. Didn't ask if we needed anything else, how everything was, even if they could help us. We will go back to try the Milan, but like I said, a real missed opportunity for...

We normally grab lunch here. Quality, delicious brick-oven toasted sandwiches! Their classic Italian is incredible. The sandwich has the perfect ratio of meat to accoutrements, not overly dressed. The light char from the brick-oven on the fresh baguette gives the sandwich a crisp, toasted texture. They have a great coffee/latte selection, with a rotating seasonal menu. (The current Fall menu has a couple of flavors like caramel apple and pumpkin butter pecan!) You can sit inside, which has a TV with a game on usually. or on their outside benches, which is nice if you’re bringing a leashed pet. They have other Italian offerings such as desserts, candies, gelato, coffee (moka) pots, and specialty cooking classes. You can snag one of their event flyers which shows upcoming events like a crab sale or pumpkin carving pizza night. Overall really...

Can’t speak highly enough of this place truly such a phenomenal all around place.. the owner/son are both stand up gentleman and the young girls who work up front are also great! The food is truly outstanding I’m a foodie I travel and eat all around.. this place deserves an award for the taste bud exploding food they serve. They take their time and perfect their crafts every pizza and sandwich that comes out is made with love and it shows! I’m lucky to have this place local to me and I highly recommend to check...