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Forma Restaurant & Cheese Bar Santa MonicaA-

1610 Montana Ave, Santa Monica, CA 90403 · Italian restaurant · Santa Monica

A lively Modern Italian spot centered on cheese-forward pastas and a deep cheese program; excellent food with occasional service rough edges and a firm time-limit policy.

Our take

Forma delivers exceptional food quality anchored by its signature cheese-wheel pastas and curated selection, earning solid A-grade standing. Consistency shows some variation—oversalting and pacing inconsistencies occasionally surface—while service attentiveness wavers between warm and cool, preventing the seamless execution needed for grade A territory. Strong loyalty and a charming neighborhood setting position it as a worthwhile Westside destination for cheese lovers and Italian comfort food enthusiasts.

One caveat: Greeting and host warmth inconsistent; some guests felt unwelcome

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Opening Hours

Monday11:00–20:45 Tuesday11:00–20:45 Wednesday11:00–20:45 Thursday11:00–20:45 Friday11:00–21:45 Saturday11:00–21:45 Sunday11:00–20:45
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