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Cortona’s Italian Cuisine & Wine Bar, Fortville, IN

Cortona’s Italian Cuisine & Wine Bar

4.8 (1586)
$30 and under
Italian
209 S Main St., Fortville, IN 46040

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2 people
MonTueWedThuFriSatSun
19:00
Booked 4 times today
Experiences are available.

About this restaurant

  • Neighbourhood gem
  • Good for special occasions
  • Charming
Cortona's Italian Cuisine & Wine Bars' name sake, Cortona Italy, is a small town tucked into the hills of Tuscany. Simone Lucarini, co-owner and Chef, was born and raised in this Etruscan era town and came to live in the United States in 2015 were he met his partner and wife, Elizabeth Lucarini. He brings to the restaurant; his cooking experience, working as a cook helping open several restaurants around the world, including France, West Bank, and upper New York State to name a few. He earned his sommelier certification at A.I.S. Associazione Italiana Sommeliers. What he truely bring to Cortona's is the Italian experience; eat, drink, laugh... repeat. Visit and meet our team, enjoy our signature dish the Tortellini Cortona, or our Pasta al Fumo.

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Italian, Seafood, Wine Bar
  • Hours of Operation
    Dinner Tue–Thu, Sun 16:00–21:00 Fri, Sat 16:00–22:00
  • Phone number
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Executive Chef
    Simone Lucarini
  • Catering
    WE DO CATERING, FOR INFO PLEASE CALL <br />SIMONE 7655418450
  • Private party facilities
    FOR PRIVATE EVENTS PLEASE CONTACT SIMONE 7655418450
  • Area
    Fortville
  • Parking details
    Public Lot
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Liquor, BYO Wine, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Delivery, Dog Friendly, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeaway, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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Experiences

  • 🍷50% OFF BOTTLE OF WINE

    Multiple dates available
    🍷Enjoy 50% off bottle of Wine every Thursday
    🍷50% OFF BOTTLE OF WINE photo
  • CHEESE WHEEL PASTA EVERY DAY!

    20 Mar 2025 - 31 Dec 2025
    CHEESE WHEEL PASTA!! CHEESE WHEEL PASTA IS PASTA THAT IS MADE INSIDE A LARGE ROUND OF ITALIAN PARMIGIANO REGGIANO CHEESE , AND WHEN THE HOT PASTA HITS THE CHEESY “BOWL” IT MELTS EVEN MORE CHEESE INTO THE PASTA!! WHAT COULD BE BETTER? THIS IS EQUALLY EXCITING AS AN EXPERIENCE AS IT IS MEAL, AND IS PERFECT FOR CHEESE LOVERS AND FOODIES ALIKE!
    CHEESE WHEEL PASTA EVERY DAY! photo

Offers

  • Happy Hour Special: Bruschetta & Cocktails for $20

    Multiple dates available
    Tue - Wed - 16:00 - 20:30
    Join us every Tuesday and Wednesday from 4PM - 6PM for our delightful happy hour special! Savor the flavors of our delicious bruschetta, perfectly paired with one of our signature cocktails, all for just $20.

    Happy Hour Special: Bruschetta & Cocktails for $20 photo

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What 1,586 people are saying

Cortona’s Italian Cuisine & Wine Bar reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

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4.8
4.8 based on recent ratings
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.8Ambience
  • 4.6Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

  • Indiana

    Most Booked 1000-Point Tables

  • Indianapolis

    Great for fine wines

  • Indianapolis

    Romantic

  • Indianapolis

    Most Booked 1000-Point Tables

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Cortona's Italian Cuisine & Wine Bar offers "authentic Italian food" with a "cozy ambience" and "excellent service." Guests rave about the "cheese wheel pasta" and "short rib ragu." It's a "hidden gem" in Fortville, praised for its "friendly staff" and "wonderful dining experience." Highly recommended for Italian cuisine enthusiasts!
1,586 Reviews
  1. Avery VIP

    Indiana14 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    It was truly authentic food! Delicious. We will be back

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  2. Hillery VIP

    Indiana4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Incredible as always! We hadn’t been out to dinner just the two of us in a long time, and we knew Cortona’s would be a perfect spot. Sat at the bar, had great wine recs, and their espresso martini is the best! The freshly made pastas and sauces are so so so good!

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  3. Stela VIP

    Indiana19 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    It's always a pleasure dining at Cortona's. The ambiance and service are always top-notch, creating the perfect atmosphere. We always feel welcomed and cared for, with the staff going above and beyond. The quality of the dishes is consistently exceptional, making every meal a delightful experience. Overall, it is a wonderful place to spend an evening.

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  4. John VIP

    Indiana71 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The food here is absolutely delicious! Every dish we tried was bursting with flavor and cooked to perfection. Highly recommend the Short Ribs Ragu and the Cheese wheel! Nice wine list and cozy ambience

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  5. Michael

    Indiana13 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    This was our first visit, but it will not be our last. My wife and I split the 4 Bruschetta appetizer, which was light, and very enjoyable. My wife is still raving about the Linguine alle Vongole, which is linguine pasta with fresh clams in a white wine garlic sauce. I just had to try the cheese pasta dish, which is prepared tableside, inside a large wheel of authentic Parmesan cheese, vodka is ignited inside the wheel to soften the cheese and then the pasta added to softened cheese! There are 12 different optional proteins and vegetables to mix in or have has a side with the pasta. This is a cheese lovers delight. The tiramisu desert was the best we have experienced in many years. Nice wine list. The Prosecco was delicious.

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  6. Bill

    Indiana31 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great food and service! Authentic Italian food! Definitely recommend having dinner here!

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  7. Ryan

    Indiana4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 20 July 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    My first time visiting, but will definitely not be my last! I was a party of one, and sat at the bar. Cozy and welcoming. I enjoyed the short rib ragu - the pasta was cooked perfectly, and the short rib was unbelievable. I had made the drive about thirty minutes and I was so impressed I got a second dish - the tortellini with goat cheese and guanciale. It was equally as wonderful! I had to finish the meal with some tiramisu, which was perfect. I can’t wait to come back and share my next experience with some friends! Well done!

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  8. Avery VIP

    Indiana14 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 19 July 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    This is the best authentic Italian food that I’ve had. Everything is full of flavor. The homemade pasta in the cheese wheel was delicious and a fabulous experience. We will definitely be back!

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  9. John VIP

    Indiana70 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 19 July 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Amazing dining experience at Cortona ! The ambiance was truly magical, with soft lighting and charming decor that transported us to an Italian Osteria. Our server, Renata, was incredibly attentive and knowledgeable, guiding us through the menu with insightful recommendations. The Tortellini Cortona was rich and flavorful, and the steak Filet was cooked to perfection. The tiramisu was the perfect ending to a wonderful meal. It's clear that Cortona’s puts a lot of care into every detail. This is more than just a meal; it's an experience. Highly recommend!

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  10. Liz VIP

    Indiana22 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 19 July 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Fortville is such a cute destination and Cortona’s is a must stop when we go to Fortville. Today there was a festival in town so the vibe was lively. I don’t do TickTock but apparently there is a viral video out there making the restaurant hopping. We joined the hoopla and got the cheese wheel pasta. It was so rich and creamy a cheese lovers dream. Started with the crab cakes, some of the best I have had loaded with crab meat! Never disappoints! Great job!!

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FAQs

Cortona’s Italian Cuisine & Wine Bar offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (317) 747-4242.

Cortona’s Italian Cuisine & Wine Bar is rated 4.8 stars by 1586 OpenTable diners.

Cortona’s Italian Cuisine & Wine Bar does offer gift cards which you can purchase here.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

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Booked 4 times today
Experiences are available.
Google Map for Cortona’s Italian Cuisine & Wine Bar

209 S Main St., Fortville, IN 46040

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Area
    Fortville
  • Hours of Operation
    Dinner Tue–Thu, Sun 16:00–21:00 Fri, Sat 16:00–22:00
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Italian, Seafood, Wine Bar
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    Public Lot
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Simone Lucarini
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Liquor, BYO Wine, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Delivery, Dog Friendly, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeaway, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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