Fodor's Expert Review Forma Restaurant and Cheese Bar
$$$
Santa Monica
Italian
Pasta is served here dalla forma, meaning it's cooked, then dipped into a cheese wheel and stirred up until it's coated with melted cheese before serving. Catering to a higher-end crowd, Forma specializes in cheeses, pastas, and pizzas. It also serves small plates like fresh mozzarella knots, arancini balls, and crispy artichokes prepared Roman style. A generous happy hour from 3 to 6 lets you discover many of the specialties without breaking the bank.
Quick Facts
Known For:
- Amazing pasta stirred in a cheese wheel
- Fresh mozzarella knots
- Roman-style crispy artichokes
