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Forbici Modern Italian Restaurant, Tampa, FL

Forbici Modern Italian Restaurant

4.8
4.8
1515 Reviews
$31 to $50
Unspecified
Pizza, Live Music, Italian, Happy Hour, Brunch, Patio Seating, Lunch Specials

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2 people

7:00 PM


Booked 78 times today

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Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Unspecified
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Wed 11:30 am–10:00 pm Thu 11:30 am–11:00 pm Fri 11:30 am–12:00 am Sat 11:00 am–12:00 am Sun 11:00 am–10:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (813) 251-8001
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive chef
    Chef Fernando Sanchez
  • Catering
    For catering events please contact the restaurant via email at catering@eatforbici.com.
  • Neighborhood
    Tampa
  • Parking details
    Free parking is available behind the restaurant as well as in three parking garages in Hyde Park Villages. Metered street parking on Snow Avenue also is available through the ParkMobile app.
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Vegan, Weekend Brunch, Wine

Offers

  • Happy Hour

    Multiple dates available
    Sun - Sat - 3:00 PM - 4:00 PM, 4:00 PM - 6:00 PM
    Come join us for Happy Hour from 3 PM - 6 PM EVERYDAY! All your favorite drinks and apps are at a discounted price. Let's get the party started!

    Happy Hour Photo

What 1,515 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

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

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Tampa

    Hot spot

  • Tampa

    Lively

1,515 Reviews
  1. OpenTable Diner

    Tampa

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 4 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience3
    The food and service is always great at Forbici. It just got too loud to talk or hear each other once the live music started. But overall a great experience.

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  2. OpenTable Diner

    Tampa

    1 review

    vip
    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 6 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Amazing experience with great service. Would definitely be coming back!

    Forbici Modern Italian RestaurantResponded 4 days ago

    Thank you for your review!

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  3. OpenTable Diner

    San Antonio

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 7 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The wine and pasta were decadent and delicious. Penne Alfredo was the best in my life without trying it in Italy.

    Forbici Modern Italian RestaurantResponded 4 days ago

    Thank you so much for such a BIG compliment! We so appreciate it!

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  4. StevieCritch

    Tampa

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on November 26, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Our first, and definitely, and not last trip to Forbici. Celebrated my wife’s birthday and the service and food was exceptional! Unfortunately we ate too much for dinner so we had no room for their delicious desserts. Will be coming again very soon!

    Forbici Modern Italian RestaurantResponded 4 days ago

    Thank you for your review! So honored you celebrated your wife's birthday with us! That means so much. We look forward to having you visit many more times!

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  5. LauraM

    Tampa

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 25, 2023

    overall5food4service4ambience3
    Forbici had excellent food and reasonable prices. It took awhile for our server to come over but once she did she provided excellent service. They had my reservation ready at my scheduled time and the food came out pretty quickly. Would definitely recommend!

    Forbici Modern Italian RestaurantResponded 4 days ago

    Thank you for your review! We will note about speeding up the service at the front end but we are thrilled you enjoyed everything else. Thank you for joining us!

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  6. Jamie

    Tampa

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 25, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The Food is amazing. Staff on point. Location a plus!

    Forbici Modern Italian RestaurantResponded 4 days ago

    Thank you for your review!

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  7. DaddioMangual

    Tampa

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 25, 2023

    overall4food3service5ambience4
    A bit surprised that they served ranch with vegan poblanos. Crowded and energetic but was able to have a conversation while visiting with friends.

    Forbici Modern Italian RestaurantResponded 4 days ago

    Thank you so much for your feedback. We will share this with the team.

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  8. Josh

    Tampa

    34 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    34 reviews

    Dined on November 25, 2023

    overall4food4service5ambience4
    On a busy holiday Saturday Eli provided excellent and attentive service making for a very enjoyable evening!

    Forbici Modern Italian RestaurantResponded 4 days ago

    Thank you for your review! We will share your compliments with Eli!

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  9. emma

    Tampa

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 24, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    I come here for every occasion, this is my favorite restaurant. I get the same thing every time, the pomodoro cavetelli with a meatball and it’s always outstanding!

    Forbici Modern Italian RestaurantResponded 4 days ago

    Thank you for your review and for always referring Forbici. That means so much to us!

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  10. AmyP

    Tampa

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 24, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great for the whole family, kids, parents and grandparents!

    Forbici Modern Italian RestaurantResponded 4 days ago

    Thank you for your review!

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  11. ChristineI

    Tampa

    12 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    12 reviews

    Dined on November 19, 2023

    overall5food4service5ambience4
    We really enjoy going to Forbici. The food comes out hot and service is always good. The wedge salad cup & char are my favorites. Let’s not forget the supli and the meatballs too.

    Forbici Modern Italian RestaurantResponded on November 20, 2023

    Hi, there! Thank you for the kind words. We are so happy to hear you had such an enjoyable time with us.

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  12. AVMMPM

    Tampa

    19 reviews

    5.0

    19 reviews

    Dined on November 19, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We had a delightful evening celebrating a birthday with out-of-town guests. The service was great and the food delicious. Highly recommend Forbici for any occassion.

    Forbici Modern Italian RestaurantResponded on November 20, 2023

    Hi, there! We are thrilled to hear you and your guests had such a wonderful time! Looking forward to serving you again soon.

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  13. SarahMS

    Baja California Sur

    3 reviews

    4.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on November 17, 2023

    overall4food4service4ambience3
    My fiancé and I went here for a Friday night happy hour and it was amazing! Great value for the incredible food and prices. We were sitting near a table of grade school children but the staff was very apologetic and the overall service was great. We will definitely be back!

    Forbici Modern Italian RestaurantResponded on November 20, 2023

    Hi, Sarah! We are so happy to hear you and your fiancé had such an amazing time dining with us. We appreciate your grace in understanding that we are a family friendly restaurant! Looking forward to serving you again soon!

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  14. PaulaK

    Tampa

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 17, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great service, excellent food, look forward to going back.

    Forbici Modern Italian RestaurantResponded on November 20, 2023

    Thank you for your review, Paula! Looking forward to seeing you again soon.

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  15. Leg23

    Philadelphia

    17 reviews

    5.0

    17 reviews

    Dined on November 16, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Relaxed atmosphere and enjoyable pace. Wonderful service and a very good menu the food was fantastic. We were impressed and will definitely come back again.

    Forbici Modern Italian RestaurantResponded on November 20, 2023

    Thank you for your review! We are very happy to hear you had a great time with us! See you again soon.

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  16. Mandyco

    Tampa

    5 reviews

    3.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on November 15, 2023

    overall3food3service5ambience3
    Pizza all bread and dry. Cacio y Pepe rated like max and cheese. Prosecco served in a wine glass. Sandwiches were just ok. Best thing to eat was the wedge. Service was good and waiter very polite and attentive. Disappointed in the taste of food.

    Forbici Modern Italian RestaurantResponded on November 20, 2023

    Hi, there. We are deeply apologetic that your experience did not meet your expectations. Please contact us at reviews@nxtlevelbrands so that we may make this right. Thank you.

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  17. OpenTable Diner

    Tampa

    1 review

    vip
    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 13, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The server we had Bobby was great. We were in a hurry, and he got us out in perfect time. Food is always amazing.

    Forbici Modern Italian RestaurantResponded on November 14, 2023

    Hi! Thank you for choosing to dine with us. We are pleased to hear you had a wonderful time. We will pass this along to our team. Looking forward to serving you again soon!

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  18. CindyS

    Tampa

    7 reviews

    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on November 13, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience3
    Love the food, although wish the noise could be better absorbed instead of bouncing off the floors and walls.

    Forbici Modern Italian RestaurantResponded on November 16, 2023

    Hi, Cindy! Thank you for your review! We are so happy to hear you love our food as much as we do. We appreciate your grace in understanding the liveliness of our location!

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  19. BethanyC

    New Orleans

    2 reviews

    4.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on November 11, 2023

    overall4food5service5ambience3
    Looked up best places for Risotto in Tampa - so we ended up here. My daughter filled up on the artisan bread with pesto and olive oil and I had probably the best wedge salad I've ever eaten. I ofncourse ordered the Risotto and she had the Rigatoni Pesto. She at every bit of it and I ate as much as I could of the Risotto. Both got 5 stars. The only part I didn't enjoy about our experience was the noise. I knew it would be lively, based in reviews. But, holy cow, it was crazy. And, getting to and from our table was a tight squeeze being between the half wall and the long "communal" table on bar side. People bumped into us and we bumped into servers and other guests. Would that stop me from going back? No. Will definitely go back to try some other dishes next time we're in Tampa. Service and food was top notch. Also - definitely get reservations. They were extremely busy when we arrived at 5:30. Needless to say, glad we had them at 5:45!

    Forbici Modern Italian RestaurantResponded on November 14, 2023

    Hi, Bethany! It means so much to us that you each enjoyed all of your dishes and chose to spend your Saturday night with us. We understand that we have a lively and energetic location, so we truly appreciate your grace. We look forward to serving you again!

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  20. MargaretB

    San Francisco

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 11, 2023

    overall4food5service5ambience3
    Food and service was fine. Noise level was distracting.

    Forbici Modern Italian RestaurantResponded on November 14, 2023

    Hi, Margaret! Thank you for your review. We understand that we have a lively and energetic location, and would be happy to accommodate you in the future with a quieter spot. Looking forward to seeing you again soon.

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  21. MonanaBanana

    Tampa

    8 reviews

    4.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on November 11, 2023

    overall4food4service5ambience4
    We had excellent service for my birthday dinner. The hostess sat us right away, the bartender served us quickly, and our waitress Nina was outstanding. Good came out quickly. Meatballs were delicious, pasta dishes were just okay.

    Forbici Modern Italian RestaurantResponded on November 14, 2023

    Hi, there! We are thrilled to hear you chose us to celebrate your birthday dinner and had an overall great experience. We look forward to seeing you again soon!

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  22. icarly

    Tampa

    7 reviews

    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on November 10, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    One of the best happy hours in the city! I love the menu and drinks

    Forbici Modern Italian RestaurantResponded on November 14, 2023

    Hi, there! We are pleased to hear you love our happy hour as much as we do! Looking forward to seeing you again in the future!

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  23. KellyM

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 7, 2023

    overall4food4service5ambience5
    More vegan options would be awesome (vegan cheese and/ricotta).

    Forbici Modern Italian RestaurantResponded on November 14, 2023

    Hi, Kelly! Thank you for your review. We will definitely pass your suggestion along to our team. Looking forward to serving you again in the future!

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  24. ACEL16

    Washington DC

    65 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    65 reviews

    Dined on November 6, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    What an excellent dining experience from the service, food and live music at a comfortable level.

    Forbici Modern Italian RestaurantResponded on November 14, 2023

    Hi, there! We are thrilled to hear you had a wonderful time dining with us. Looking forward to seeing you at your next visit!

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  25. MeghanH

    New York Area

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 4, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The food and location was amazing. We got salmon, rigatoni Alfredo, and the happy hour pizza slices which was 2 slices for only $3. I’m from jersey and it’s always hard to find good pizza down here but it was great! Will absolutely be coming back. Good beer too!

    Forbici Modern Italian RestaurantResponded on November 6, 2023

    Thank you for your review! We are glad our pizza is approved and that you love it! We can't wait to have you join us again!

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  26. LISAK

    Exclusive

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on November 2, 2023

    overall5food4service5ambience5
    Food was pretty average but good. The service was outstanding! We sat outside and were very comfortable except for people bumping into me while they were walking through on the sidewalk.

    Forbici Modern Italian RestaurantResponded on November 6, 2023

    Thank you for your review! We appreciate your feedback about the patio experience and we will look to improve. Thank you again and we can't wait to serve you soon!

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  27. JMAL

    Richmond

    18 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    18 reviews

    Dined on October 30, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great food, festive atmosphere. We sat outside near a speaker which made it difficult to hear the conversation, but the manager came right out and lowered the volume.

    Forbici Modern Italian RestaurantResponded on November 14, 2023

    Hi, there! We are pleased to hear you had an overall great experience dining with us. We are always happy to accommodate our guests and strive for excellence. We are looking forward to seeing you again in the future!

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  28. OpenTable Diner

    San Francisco

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on October 30, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    We were very satisfied 😄 with our lunch And service. It was probably the best steak burger I ever had

    Forbici Modern Italian RestaurantResponded on November 6, 2023

    Wow! Thank you for your rave review! We are thrilled you loved your burger and service! We can't wait to serve you again soon.

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  29. gr8nite

    Tampa

    8 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on October 29, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great experience! Food and service were both outstanding!

    Forbici Modern Italian RestaurantResponded on October 30, 2023

    Thank you for your review!

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  30. OpenTable Diner

    Tampa

    11 reviews

    5.0

    11 reviews

    Dined on October 29, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Surprisingly good brunch, not crowded, food is excellent, service is good. A little pricey but worth the price.

    Forbici Modern Italian RestaurantResponded on November 6, 2023

    Thank you for your review!

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  31. OpenTable Diner

    New York Area

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on October 28, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We had a lovely evening good food and Mercedes was an excellent server! We had gone to Forbicci when it had first opened and was not impressed. We are so happy we went back. It’s a really great restaurant. Will definitely return

    Forbici Modern Italian RestaurantResponded on October 30, 2023

    Thank you so much for joining us again and sharing that you would return. We will pass your compliments on to Mercedes and the team!

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  32. OpenTable Diner

    Tampa

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on October 28, 2023

    overall3food4service5ambience3
    Too loud in the restaurant. Also need more variety on the menu.

    Forbici Modern Italian RestaurantResponded on October 30, 2023

    Thank you for taking the time to leave your review. We know our bustling location and live music can be energetic. We recommend dining on our patio if you're looking for a quieter setting. We look forward to the opportunity to serve you again!

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  33. OpenTable Diner

    New York Area

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on October 24, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great vibe! Great service! Thankful to have a good Italian meal away from home!

    Forbici Modern Italian RestaurantResponded on October 30, 2023

    Thank you for your review! We always want to be your home away from home!

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  34. NancyB

    Tampa

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on October 22, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great food and service for party of 8 for a birthday party.

    Forbici Modern Italian RestaurantResponded on October 24, 2023

    Thank you for your review! Thank you for spending your birthday with us! We hope it was special and we hope to see you again very soon!

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  35. OpenTable Diner

    Minneapolis

    1 review

    vip
    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on October 21, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Our server Evan was amazing. Super attentive and friendly. Would definitely go back there again for the attention to providing exceptional service from him.

    Forbici Modern Italian RestaurantResponded on November 6, 2023

    Thank you for your review! We will pass your praises on to Evan!

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  36. ALBW

    DO NOT USE

    39 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    39 reviews

    Dined on October 21, 2023

    overall3food2service5ambience5
    The atmosphere is great. The service was very good. We have high expectations for the food based on recommendations. Unfortunatley, we did not find the flavors. The muscle were mah. The Beef Carpaccio had no flavor & a lot of greens. The pasta dishes were short on flavor as well.

    Forbici Modern Italian RestaurantResponded on October 24, 2023

    Thank you so much for taking the time to review our restaurant and share your experience so that we may address this with our team. We'd love to invite you back in, because we want you to always have a five-star experience. We want you to love our food as much as we love serving it. What is the best way to be in contact with you to schedule another reservation?

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  37. DC1234

    New York Area

    29 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    29 reviews

    Dined on October 21, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Had dinner with friends, amazing pasta, great service and reasonable wine list. Highly recommend!

    Forbici Modern Italian RestaurantResponded on November 14, 2023

    Hi, there! We are thrilled to hear you love our food, service, and our Italian wine list. Looking forward to serving you and your friends again soon!

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  38. OpenTable Diner

    Tampa

    7 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on October 21, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Food was so delicious !! We will definitely be back!

    Forbici Modern Italian RestaurantResponded on October 24, 2023

    Thank you for your review! We look forward to seeing you again soon!

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  39. TJ22

    Tampa

    38 reviews

    5.0

    38 reviews

    Dined on October 21, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Food was great! Service was faster than just about any busy restaurant. Party of 8 with appetizers and dinners seated, paid and out in under 1-1/2 hours and never felt rushed. Appreciated the quick service and of course great food.

    Forbici Modern Italian RestaurantResponded on October 24, 2023

    Thank you so much for this rave review. We are thrilled you enjoyed your experience, service, and timeliness. We will pass your compliments on to the entire team! We look forward to serving you again soon.

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  40. OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on October 21, 2023

    overall3food4service2ambience3
    The food was fairly good, just not as great as I was expecting. What really made it a bad time was how awful service was. Half of the tables were open, but the servers were all huddled in the middle just chit-chatting, to where I eventually had to ask who our server was just to get a drink. Keep in mind—we are very patient people. Service got worse throughout the evening. We had to stop the server from leaving to be able to finish our sentence of ordering, she did not refill our drinks (they’re very small glasses), etc. She kept going back to the little huddle to just talk. Thank goodness for the man who brings the food out, or it would have been a total bust service wise. We did still tip, hoping she will turn her service skills up several notches—but we won’t be back.

    Forbici Modern Italian RestaurantResponded on October 24, 2023

    Hi there, thank you for taking the time to share this review so we may address this immediately with our team. We sincerely, sincerely apologize and do NOT want that to ever be your experience or anyone's. We would really love the opportunity to host you again and show you the experience you deserve. Please let us know the best way to contact you.

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Safety precautions

  • Cleaning & sanitizing

    • Surfaces sanitized between seatings
    • Digital, disposable or sanitized menu provided
    • Common areas deep-cleaned daily
    • Sanitizer or wipes provided for customers
    • Contactless payment available
  • Screening

    • Sick staff prohibited in the workplace
    • Diner temperature check required
    • Staff temperature check required

FAQs

You can order delivery directly from Forbici Modern Italian Restaurant using the Order Online button. Forbici Modern Italian Restaurant also offers delivery in partnership with Uber Eats. Forbici Modern Italian Restaurant also offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (813) 251-8001.

Forbici Modern Italian Restaurant is rated 4.8 stars by 1515 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people

7:00 PM


Booked 78 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Forbici Modern Italian Restaurant

1633 W Snow Ave, Tampa, FL 33606

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Neighborhood
    Tampa
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Wed 11:30 am–10:00 pm Thu 11:30 am–11:00 pm Fri 11:30 am–12:00 am Sat 11:00 am–12:00 am Sun 11:00 am–10:00 pm
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Unspecified
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Free parking is available behind the restaurant as well as in three parking garages in Hyde Park Villages. Metered street parking on Snow Avenue also is available through the ParkMobile app.
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Chef Fernando Sanchez
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Vegan, Weekend Brunch, Wine
  • Phone number
    (813) 251-8001
  • Catering
    For catering events please contact the restaurant via email at catering@eatforbici.com.
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