Forno Magico

The service was quick enough, efficient & the food presented in a lovely manner. The pasta entree I ordered was soupy, the sauce was not thickened at all. But other than that- salad and drink were good enough. They are not cheap with the liquor bc in tipsy halfway through the drink- I’m not an alcoholic but enjoy weekend drinks if that helps gauge your expectations 😉 $60 for one side salad, cocktail and pasta entree

It's been a long while since I trekked through Houston's George Bush Intercontinental airport. Today, I appetite brought me to Forno Magico located in the C terminal. With appetizer offerings such as Italian wedding soup and wonderfully sized pizzas, I opted to sample a few choice items. I started off with the bowl of Italian wedding soup and the garlic knots(wonderful baked bread with garlic and olive oil) and went all in for the sausage and mushroom pizza. From the eclectic decorum to the brick oven style for pizza, Forno Magico delivered on food and service. Give them a try next time you are traveling through Houston. Pro diner tip: If you fly United and have miles accrued, you can pay for your dining experience with your United Miles(I did for my meal experience). 🙂

I'm not sure where all the poor service grief comes from on these reviews. You have to scan the QR code, pick your food/drinks, pay and a server will bring it to your table. Our server Demond was attentive, knowledgeable and friendly. Pizza was good, particularly from an airport quality perspective. The atmosphere was elegant yet warm and cozy.

I typically avoid airport pizza like the plague, but this place has me thinking that may be an errant overgeneraIization. I didn't have the service issues mentioned quite a bit before, my service experience was quite the opposite; communicative and supportive. The most important thing was the pizza delivered, pun not even considered until typing this review. If there is a guy named George on the oven, the pizza will be good, I've watched many cooks across the globe and this guy is a huge asset because he is focused, consistent, and gives a you know what.

This restaurant is truly a pasta lover’s dream come true! From the moment you walk in, you’re greeted with warm smiles, the comforting aroma of fresh herbs and garlic, and an atmosphere that feels both cozy and elegant. Every visit has been an outstanding experience, and I can honestly say it’s one of the best places to enjoy authentic, flavorful pasta dishes. The food is absolutely incredible. Every pasta dish tastes homemade — fresh, perfectly cooked, and full of flavor. The noodles are tender but not overdone, and you can tell they use high-quality ingredients in every single dish. The sauces are rich, balanced, and made from scratch — whether it’s creamy Alfredo, zesty marinara, or a deep, flavorful bolognese, each one feels like it’s been simmered with care and passion. My favorite is the [you can personalize here — “fettuccine Alfredo” / “spaghetti carbonara” / “shrimp scampi”] — it’s absolutely divine! The sauce coats every strand of pasta perfectly, and the flavors are out of this world. The portions are generous, and every bite makes you want to savor it slowly so it lasts a little longer.

Stood around waiting to be seated with nothing from staff until another customer told us it's seat yourselves. QR code for ordering didn't work because there's almost no cell signal and no Wi-Fi. Grabbed menus ourselves. No water provided. Just two bottles of overpriced Pellegrino at the table. Pizzas were pretty good. Prosciutto Pizza arrived with the prosciutto added after the pizza was cooked. Not my preference but ok.

**Restaurant Review** We stopped by this restaurant while waiting for our flight, and overall, it was a great choice. We ordered pizza, coffee, and a salad, and everything was ready surprisingly quickly. The pizza was delicious, with an especially flavorful and perfectly crispy crust. The salad was fresh, and the coffee was a nice touch to round out the meal. While the food was tasty and the service efficient, the prices were a bit on the higher side. Still, it was a pleasant experience, and we’d recommend it if you don’t mind paying a little extra for good quality.

I got the broken meatball rigatoni it was delicious! Tasted really authentic! Great meal and portion. I had leftovers to eat during my flight! The server was really attentive as well! I’ll definitely be stopping here before my next flight out of IAH!