Forbici Modern Italian Restaurant

4.7

1242 Reviews

$31 to $50

Contemporary Italian

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Modern Italian made fresh daily with an emphasis on Roman-Style Pizza! Tampa’s Original Roman-Style Pizza. Gluten-free and vegan options are available as well. Don't miss our EVERYDAY Happy Hour from 3 PM - 6 PM!

Great for Outdoor Dining, Special Occasions, Date Night, and Groups!
For reservations of 6 or larger, please contact the restaurant directly and a member of our team will assist you.

Make a reservation

Party Size

2 people

DateTime

Feb 7, 2023

9:00 PM

Booked 119 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Takeout

(813) 251-8001

Other options

Order online

Dining areas

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Cuisines
Contemporary Italian, Pizzeria, Italian
Hours of operation
Mon–Thu 11:30 am–10:00 pm Fri 11:30 am–11:00 pm Sat 11:00 am–11:00 pm Sun 11:00 am–10:00 pm
Phone number
(813) 251-8001
Website
http://www.eatforbici.com/
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.

Location
1633 W Snow Ave, Tampa, FL 33606-2836
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

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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!

Popular dishes

Shishito Peppers$7.00
Lemon, Sea Salt
Calamari alla Birra$14.00
Pickled Fresno Chiles, Tomato Aioli Flores, Gremolata
Beef Carpaccio$13.00
Thinly Sliced Wagyu, Shaved Parmesan, Preserved Lemon Aioli, Fried Capers, Arugula
Minestrone$8.00
House-made Vegetable soup, Fregola pasta
Mussels$14.00
Tomato, Fennel, White Wine, Ciabatta Toast
Fregola Sarda$9.00
Pearl-Shaped Pasta, Roasted Corn, Pancetta, Basil, Pecorino Romano
"Poppy's" Shrimp$14.00
Sauteed Shrimp, Garlic, Lemon, Fresh Herbs, Ciabatta Toast
Suppli$12.00
Arborio Rice Croquettes, House Ground Beef, Mozzarella, Pomodoro
Calabrian Chicken Wings$8.00
Chili Infused Honey, Parmesan Ranch
Antipasto Board$17.00
Artisan selection of Cured Meats, Cheeses and Accompaniments

Meatballs

Served with House Pomodoro

Traditional$13.00
All Natural Beef and Pork alla Nanny
Impossible$14.00
Meat Made from Plants

Insalata / Salads

Add: Chicken $5 | Shrimp $6 | Salmon $8 | Steak $7

La Casa$6.00
Romaine, Grape Tomatoes, Pecorino Romano, Red Wine Vinaigrette
Caesar$6.00
Romaine, Parmesan, Ciabatta Croutons, Classic Caesar Dressing
Erica$7.00
Shredded Kale, Romaine, Radicchio, Marcona Almonds, Dried Cherries, Cashew Balsamic

Grani / Grains

Add: Chicken $5 | Shrimp $6 | Salmon $8 | Steak $7

Sano$12.00
Black Rice, Broccolini, Mushrooms, Grape Tomatoes, Marcona Almonds, Basil Pesto
Alma$12.00
Farro, Crispy Artichokes, Cauliflower, Dried Cherries, Cashew Balsamic
Proteina$15.00
Grilled Marinated Chicken, Farro, Roasted Seasonal Vegetables
Risotto$9.00
Farro, Parsley, Parmesan, Wild Mushroom Brodo

Pasta

Modify any pasta with Gluten-Free Fusilli No Charge

Cavatelli$10.00
Porcini, Tomato, White Wine, Parmigiano Reggiano, Chili Flakes
Spaghetti$10.00
Cacio e Pepe
Cavatelli$8.00
Pomodoro, Basil
Roy & Betty's Linguine alle Vongole$19.00
Cedar Key Little Neck Clams
Eggplant "Lasagna"$18.00
Lightly Breaded Pan Fried Eggplant, Ricotta, Pomodoro, Housemade Mozzarella
Tagliatelle$10.00
Bolognese

Piatti Principal / Main Plates

Fresh Fish$34.00
Piccata, Cauliflower Puree, Wilted Spinach
Salmon$23.00
Fresh Atlantic Salmon, Lemon Butter, Black & White Grains, Sautéed Spinach
Chicken$18.00
All Natural Chicken Breast, pounded thin and lightly breaded. Milanese: Arugula, Pecorino Romano, Lemon. Parmesan: Marinara, House-made Mozzarella, Basil
Veal$26.00
Catelli Farms Cutlet pounded thin and lightly breaded. Milanese: Arugula, Pecorino Romano, Lemon. Parmesan: Marinara, House-made Mozzarella, Basil
New York Strip$39.00
13oz Niman Ranch All Natural Beef, Maldon Sea Salt, Roasted Fingerling Potatoes

Contorni / Sides

Roasted Potatoes$8.00
Fingerlings, Fresh Herbs, Olive Oil, Sea Salt
Sauteed Spinach$7.00
Garlic, Olive Oil, Chili Flakes
Broccolini$7.00
Garlic, Olive Oil, Lemon, Parmesan, Chili Flakes
French Fries$5.00

Pizza Romana / Roman Pizza

Welcome to Forbici. Our pizza is a modern expression of the Roman classic. Handcrafted dough is fermented for 72 hours and baked at high temperature ensuring an incredibly light and airy crust. We offer teglia (square) and tonda (round) pizzas finished with only the finest ingredients, including our housemade mozzarella, and perfectly cut with artisan scissors

Teglia / Square

Margherita
Basil, Pomodoro, Mozzarella
- 12"$15.00
- 24"$26.00
Firebird
Quattro Formaggi, Calabrian Buffalo Chicken, Parmesan Ranch, Green Onions
- 12"$19.00
- 24"$30.00
Impossible
Meat Made from Plants, Smoked Grape Tomatoes, Pomodoro, Roasted Peppers, Basil
- 12"$19.00
- 24"$30.00
Fiore
Grape Tomatoes, Pomodoro, Roasted Peppers, Arugula, Mozzarella, Ricotta
- 12"$18.00
- 24"$29.00
Funghi
Wild Mushroom, Truffle Cream, Parsley, Olive Oil
- 12"$19.00
- 24"$30.00
Cup & Char
Premium Cured Pepperoni, Pomodoro, Mozzarella, Parsley
- 12"$17.00
- 24"$28.00
Quattro Formaggi
House-made Stracciatella, Gorgonzola Dolce, Fontina, Ricotta, Roasted Garlic
- 12"$19.00
- 24"$30.00
Salsiccia
Forbici's own Italian Sausage, Broccoli Rabe, Calabrian Chili, Mozzarella, Ricotta
- 12"$19.00
- 24"$30.00

Tonda / Round

Vegetarian Gluten-Free Crust (Vegetarian) +$2

Margherita
Basil, Pomodoro, Mozzarella
- 12"$14.00
Insalata
Chopped Salad, Tomatoes, Parmesan
- 12"$14.00
Diavolo
Grape Tomatoes, Pomodoro, Spicy Calabrian Chili, Basil
- 12"$14.00
Alora
House-made Stracciatella, Gorgonzola Dolce, Prosciutto, Grape Tomatoes, Arugula, Truffle Oil
- 12"$18.00
Cup & Char
Premium Cured Pepperoni, Pomodoro, Mozzarella, Parsley
- 12"$16.00

Bambini / Kids

Cheese Pizza$7.00
Pepperoni Pizza$7.00
Penne$7.00
Pomodoro Sauce or Butter
Grilled Chicken$9.00
Penne Pomodoro

Bevande / Drinks

S. Pellegrino$6.00
Coke$3.00
Diet Coke$3.00
Sprite$3.00
House-Made Lemonade$3.00
Orange Juice$3.00
Apple Juice$3.00
Cranberry Juice$3.00

What 1,242 people are saying

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4.7

4.7 based on recent ratings

4.7Food
4.7Service
4.6Ambience
4.4Value

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OpenTable Diner
Washington DC
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined 1 day ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
Sat outside on a beautiful evening. All the noise and loud live music left inside! Food was terrific. Appetizer meat balls were delicious, and the grouper dinner was done just right, plus one of the best wedge salads I’ve ever had! Mercedes was a very attentive server.
J
John
Tampa
20 reviews
5.0
20 reviews
Dined 1 day ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
You cannot go wrong with an evening here. It is a regular for us
SM
ShelbyM
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 1 day ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
The bread appetizer was delicious, margarita pizza was nice and crispy, the cacio de pepe with chicken was delicious. Beautiful place for a casual date night. Our waiter was also very efficient and nice.
OT
OpenTable Diner
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 4 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great good Fantastic service Lovely ambience
OT
OpenTable Diner
Naples
2 reviews
vip
5.0
2 reviews
Dined 4 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
We truly enjoyed each dish! The pizza was fantastic and the pasta was fresh and unique. Our server, Tyler, was kind and attentive, and the manager came by to check on us. We had a wonderful time from start to finish!
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eatfoodyes
Washington DC
12 reviews
vip
5.0
12 reviews
Dined 4 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
It was a lovely meal with friendly service.
OT
OpenTable Diner
Baltimore
9 reviews
5.0
9 reviews
Dined 5 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great service, amazing happy hour menu, delicious food and ambiance!
OT
OpenTable Diner
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 5 days ago
overall5food5service4ambience4
That pesto rigatoni was gasssss
OT
OpenTable Diner
Tampa
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined 6 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
Birthday - waiter noticed presents on the table & brought out a birthday donut!
OT
OpenTable Diner
Tampa
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on January 31, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great experience
OT
OpenTable Diner
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on January 30, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Eliana was absolutely the reason why my girlfriends and I came back ONE DAY LATER. She was so attentive and helpful but not overbearing. She is the reason why we think the wings are THE BEST. I absolutely love coming here because of her and the bartender Megan!!! We will be back for more Margaritas and I can’t wait for more pizza. Keep up the smiling faces. Great job ladies.
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lisaP
Washington DC
2 reviews
1.0
2 reviews
Dined on January 28, 2023
overall1food1service1ambience1
I made the mistake of trying dinner on Gasparilla Day weekend. It was a madhouse, but I figured since I had a reservation, I would be ok. The reservation was useless. I was placed outside at a small table behind the door. I waited for service while celebratory drunks stood over me and dropped drinks breaking glass. By the time someone finally came to give me a menu, I gave up and left.
FM
FeliciaM
Tampa
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on January 28, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
The food is excellent. Service is quick. The atmosphere is great!
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dgwdc
Washington DC
10 reviews
vip
5.0
10 reviews
Dined on January 26, 2023
overall5food5service4ambience5
Awesome food and great feel. Pretty loud so was hard to hear the server at times. Did a casual team dinner and it was perfect!
OT
OpenTable Diner
Jackson Hole
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined on January 24, 2023
overall3food3service5ambience5
Ambience and Service was great but food was so-so. Not worth the price. Drinks were terrible.
VC
VinceC
1 review
2.0
1 review
Dined on January 22, 2023
overall2food2service1ambience3
We were seated 10mins later, we were asked what we wanted to drink. Linguini and clams had more clam shells than actual clams. Water dripped on my head from a water pipe above me.
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OpenTable Diner
New York Area
1 review
vip
2.0
1 review
Dined on January 15, 2023
overall2food1service5ambience4
Unfortunately the food was not good…fish smelled and all was served cold! Never going back
SB
SheikaB
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on January 14, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience4
Food was amazing, service was great, music was pretty loud and club style, which was not necessary, and didn't match everything else about the restaurant. But overall really great experience.
TP
TomfromPhilly
Tampa
104 reviews
vip
5.0
104 reviews
Dined on January 14, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Fantastic brunch Eggs Purgatory...awesome
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OpenTable Diner
New York Area
1 review
vip
5.0
1 review
Dined on January 12, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Without question my favorite restaurant in town! From the food to the staff, Forbici is number one in the Tampa Bay area.
BF
BFF2B
Richmond
6 reviews
5.0
6 reviews
Dined on January 12, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
An interesting and wide-ranging menu with numerous GF offerings and many fresh takes on Italian food. The service was amiable and efficient. Salad greens and dressings were fresh, carpaccio was sinful, and proteins were artfully prepared. Strong wine list, inventive cocktail menu--a standout among some stiff competition in Hyde Park Village. Don't miss it.
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Travis
Tampa
11 reviews
4.0
11 reviews
Dined on January 11, 2023
overall4food5service5ambience5
Excellent as always! Our server was fantastic, and the food is amazing!
RN
RobN
Columbus
5 reviews
vip
3.0
5 reviews
Dined on January 11, 2023
overall3food2service3ambience4
Cold food service was ok poor excuse for real Italian food
SM
StephanieM
Tampa
4 reviews
4.0
4 reviews
Dined on January 11, 2023
overall4food4service3ambience3
Some disconnects between wait staff and kitchen which were corrected pretty quickly. Very loud for a Tuesday night. Food was good and lots of choices.
OT
OpenTable Diner
Tampa
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on January 10, 2023
overall5food5service3ambience5
It was my daughters bday and they didn’t wish her until I mentioned even though I stated in my reservations. And than When I asked her to bring something she forgot and bought us the bill. I reminded again and she bought a donut with no candle and said we don’t have any. My 12 year old and I were very disappointed
YP
YaPaJa
Naples
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on January 10, 2023
overall5food5service4ambience5
Good ambiance and food. Good evening with family and friends
AG
AndreaG
New England
1 review
vip
5.0
1 review
Dined on January 8, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience4
Delicious food and great service.
OT
OpenTable Diner
Tampa
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on January 8, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
I took my mom to Forbici for lunch and we had an amazing time!! Our waitress was amazing, the food was delicious, and the overall vibe of the restaurant was great!! They also had live music which was a nice surprise! I got the Cacio e Pepe and my mom got the Cavetelli, and we both loved our meals!! We will definitely be going back soon :)
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Jenny
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on January 8, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Our time at Forbici was just great. Our server was so personable and friendly and her service was top notch. Food was amazing. We got the Suppli, the Carpaccio (Fantastic), Mushroom Risotto and the Squash Cavatelli..... Everything tasted so delicious. My husband has decided that this is his fav restaurant now! we will def be back.
JG
JGDV
New England
7 reviews
vip
5.0
7 reviews
Dined on January 8, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience4
Waitress was awesome. Explained the food and drinks in great detail.
J
Josh
Tampa
30 reviews
vip
4.0
30 reviews
Dined on January 7, 2023
overall4food4service4ambience4
Great Happy Hour!
OT
OpenTable Diner
Tampa
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on January 7, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
our server alex was so amazing! the food was delicious.
OT
OpenTable Diner
Tampa
1 review
vip
5.0
1 review
Dined on January 6, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Had a party change and they were super helpful in letting me change it so I didn’t have to cancel. Food was really good. Sat outside and the heaters were on so it wasn’t too cold. Overall great experience
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Arnie
Tampa
64 reviews
vip
4.0
64 reviews
Dined on January 6, 2023
overall4food3service4ambience4
Forbici is good, not great. Pizza is good. We had Brussels sprouts which were not good—mushy and oily. Cocktails were all too sweet. Service was excellent, but overall the food could be much better. It’s such a great location though.
BB
BocaBeth
Orlando
33 reviews
vip
3.0
33 reviews
Dined on January 6, 2023
overall3food2service5ambience5
Great happy hour specials and a vibrant area for enjoying dinner with friends. The food on this particular visit was a little "off" compared to previous visits. So I wouldn't say it's the norm for this happening place in Hyde Park. Go with the pasta dishes, the meatballs, and their Margarita Siciliana.
OT
OpenTable Diner
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on January 5, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
We went to celebrate my son’s birthday. The service was amazing. I wish I remembered our server’s name. She was super friendly and attentive. The food was great. The calamari, pasta and brussel sprouts were excellent.
SW
SusanW
Naples
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined on January 3, 2023
overall3food4service3ambience3
We were celebrating a birthday and indicated so on our online reservation. I also called the restaurant to confirm we could add an additional person to our table without changing our reservation time and told them over the phone we were celebrating a birthday. When we arrived at the restaurant, we were seated at a table near the bar area. We learned after a few minutes there was a special event going on and it was so loud we had to yell to be able to hear each other. The waitress also had trouble hearing us when we placed our drink, appetizer, and food orders. There were no tables outside or we would’ve moved to one of those. It took our waitress too long to come over and greet us, take our drink order, and ultimately take our dinner order. When asked about multiple things on the menu, she was not sure. She also asked us if we were celebrating a special event, so I can only assume this information does not transfer through the online reservation process. This restaurant had been recommended to us by several people so my expectations were high. The food was delicious so I would definitely go back, but I would ask first if there were any special events going on as it was just too loud where we were seated to be enjoyable. I would also be home for that. I would also ask to be in a section with a different server.
SG
ShaundiaG
Orlando
13 reviews
vip
5.0
13 reviews
Dined on January 3, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
I always have the best time here. Food is tasty , the service is pleasant, the atmosphere itself is a vibe
Forbici Modern Italian RestaurantResponded on January 5, 2023Shaundia, thank you so much!
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LauraL
Tampa
4 reviews
vip
4.0
4 reviews
Dined on January 3, 2023
overall4food4service3ambience3
Meatballs were delicious. The Erica salad is always a home run!
Forbici Modern Italian RestaurantResponded on January 5, 2023Laura, thank you!
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BeatriceW
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on January 2, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
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Forbici Modern Italian RestaurantResponded on January 5, 2023Beatrice, thank you so much!

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 4.7 stars by 1242 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

Party Size

2 people

DateTime

Feb 7, 2023

9:00 PM

Booked 119 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Takeout

(813) 251-8001

Other options

Order online

Google Map for Forbici Modern Italian Restaurant

1633 W Snow Ave, Tampa, FL 33606-2836

Dining areas

Additional information

Neighborhood
Tampa
Hours of operation
Mon–Thu 11:30 am–10:00 pm Fri 11:30 am–11:00 pm Sat 11:00 am–11:00 pm Sun 11:00 am–10:00 pm
Cuisines
Contemporary Italian, Pizzeria, Italian
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

Website
http://www.eatforbici.com/
Phone number
(813) 251-8001
Catering
For catering events please contact the restaurant via email at catering@eatforbici.com.

Forbici Modern Italian Restaurant

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Takeout

Other options

Dining areas

Additional information

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Happy Hour

Beef Carpaccio

Meatball

Salmon

Antipasti / To Start

Shishito Peppers$7.00

Calamari alla Birra$14.00

Beef Carpaccio$13.00

Minestrone$8.00

Mussels$14.00

Fregola Sarda$9.00

"Poppy's" Shrimp$14.00

Suppli$12.00

Calabrian Chicken Wings$8.00

Antipasto Board$17.00

Meatballs

Traditional$13.00

Impossible$14.00

Insalata / Salads

La Casa$6.00

Caesar$6.00

Erica$7.00

Grani / Grains

Sano$12.00

Alma$12.00

Proteina$15.00

Risotto$9.00

Pasta

Cavatelli$10.00

Spaghetti$10.00

Cavatelli$8.00

Roy & Betty's Linguine alle Vongole$19.00

Eggplant "Lasagna"$18.00

Tagliatelle$10.00

Piatti Principal / Main Plates

Fresh Fish$34.00

Salmon$23.00

Chicken$18.00

Veal$26.00

New York Strip$39.00

Contorni / Sides

Roasted Potatoes$8.00

Sauteed Spinach$7.00

Broccolini$7.00

French Fries$5.00

Pizza Romana / Roman Pizza

Teglia / Square

Margherita

Firebird

Impossible

Fiore

Funghi

Cup & Char

Quattro Formaggi

Salsiccia

Tonda / Round

Margherita

Insalata

Diavolo

Alora

Cup & Char

Bambini / Kids

Cheese Pizza$7.00

Pepperoni Pizza$7.00

Penne$7.00

Grilled Chicken$9.00

Bevande / Drinks

S. Pellegrino$6.00

Coke$3.00

Diet Coke$3.00