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Forte Ristorante

4.1 (97 reviews)
Closed • 12:00 pm - 10:00 PM

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Happy hour specials
Good for groups

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Tomahawk veal chop - exceptional
Pasquale P.

Consistency, quality and an entertaining DJ on Friday and Saturday night. I've come here about 5 times to eat dinner and it's always consistently delicious and good quality food. Their style of cooking really aligns with me. This most recent visit, I had the mussels fra diavolo, raw oysters and their Tomahawk veal chop which was exceptional

Fettuccine Alfredo with breaded chicken cutlet
Nicole C.

Very upscale beautiful restaurant. Valet parking available. You can reserve a table in their dining room or hang by the bar area. Service was impeccable and the food was even better. We really enjoyed ourselves.

bolognese
Terry K.

This place is stunning! We came for Valentine's Day and every dish was incredible. My boyfriend got the Chicken Martini and I got the bolognese which was one of the best I've had. Food came out quick and the place was huge and felt so fancy. Our only qualms were the waitress was a little stiff and kinda just had the vibe of let's get this over with. Also, we had a 5:30 reservation we made well in advance and were placed in the "Speakeasy" room which is really more suited just for drinks. The table was so small it was hard to have our plates and drinks on it. A little pricey but the food was worth it. We'll be coming back for a date night for sure!

Alex C.

We gathered for a family holiday dinner at Forte's new Hackensack location and had a wonderful experience. Valet parking was a huge plus since street parking is limited. The restaurant was beautifully decorated for the holidays, creating a festive and inviting atmosphere. There's also a full bar with seating if you prefer to dine there. We ordered several dishes, and every single one was outstanding: * Lasagna - house-made pasta layered with rich Bolognese and béchamel * Chicken Martini - Parmesan and panko-crusted chicken in a lemon butter white wine sauce, served with sliced potatoes and escarole * Shrimp Risotto - pan-seared shrimp with morel mushrooms, asparagus, and truffle * Short Rib Special with risotto * Chicken Saltimbocca - prosciutto, sage, mozzarella, spinach, and chicken jus * Spicy Rigatoni Vodka with Grilled Chicken - house-made rigatoni in a perfectly spicy vodka sauce All of the meals arrived hot, flavorful, and absolutely mouthwatering. For dessert, we shared a charcuterie-style platter that included crème brûlée, New York cheesecake, Sicilian cannoli, tiramisu, and zeppoli--an excellent way to end the meal. Our server, Franklin, was fantastic--attentive, friendly, and always checking in for refills or just to chat and make sure we were enjoying ourselves. Highly recommend Forte. Everything from the food to the service was very well done. Thank you for a great night!

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Avery B.

The pizza gear is amazing. Service was great and quick. They also have a large menu to choose from. We got pepperoni and mushroom pizza which were both really good. I'd definitely recommend this place to others.

Creamy Polenta
Kaylee G.

Celebrated my moms birthday here tonight and had such an incredible experiences. We ordered the hot antipasto for 2, stuffed artichoke,& mozz en carrozza to start and WOW. Delicious. My husband ordered the chicken saltimbocca, I got the chicken martini, and my mom got the osso bucco. All of us were silent for the entirety of the meal cause we didn't want to stop enjoying each bite. Our server was very friendly and attentive. Love the the old black and white photos around the resturant. 10/10 experience & can't wait to come back!

Espresso Martini
Natalie S.

Don't worry about parking; just pull your car right up to the door and your car will be valeted. Upon entering Forte, you can go to the right and utilize their coat check, or keep on walking to your right and make your way to the bar. Beautiful ambience at the bar. Inviting, great cocktails, and exceptional service. If you walk through the front door and walk straight, you'll be greeted by the host, and she'll take you to your table. Carlos Landi was our server and his service was 5-star, simply impeccable. Not only did he go over everything on the menu with us and tell us the specials, he let us chat after our meal and didn't rush us out. Overall 5/5 and we all will be back!! Delicious!

Crème brûlée
Jacklyn P.

Forte is an Italian restaurant with valet parking, and from the outside, it's a bit misleading. Before you even walk in, you'll see a dress code posted, setting the tone for the evening. The service was just okay--our server did the bare minimum to check in on our table. The crowd? Mostly big Italian guys, with the bar area vibing to '70s hits and freestyle music. The best part? Watching groups of moms dancing and letting loose--it definitely adds to the entertainment. Food: Our table of four started with stuffed artichokes, mini meatballs, and burrata. Solid appetizers but nothing extraordinary. We should have changed the spongy meatballs for the crab cakes. For the mains: Salmon with polenta and grilled asparagus - Not bad, but honestly, you could make better salmon at home. Veal Parm - Easily the standout dish. Rich, flavorful, and worth ordering. Shrimp with squid ink linguini - I can't comment on this one because I personally can't stand squid ink. The smell alone is enough to tell me all I need to know about this bitter dish. Chilean Sea Bass with Parmesan Risotto - Tasty, but at $50, it wasn't exactly a game-changer. For dessert, we shared the tiramisu and crème brûlée--both were delicious and ended the meal on a high note. A little disappointed I just found out restaurants no longer torch the crème brǔlee at the table. Overall, Forte is a fun spot for large groups. The food is decent but overpriced for what it is--you're really paying for the atmosphere. If you're looking for a place where you can eat, drink, and dance, this could be your spot. Just don't go in expecting mind-blowing Italian cuisine. Would I return? Maybe--with the right group of people

Chilean Seabass with artichoke dry, roasted peppers spinach so delicious
Vilma D.

I love going to Forte indulging on their delicious specials this time. I had the Chilean Seabass, which was to die for fell apart like butter meat very well cooked and nice portion. My friend had the lobster ravioli, which were also delicious and the vodka sauces definitely a treat. The wine is awesome. I had the Cabernet service is nice. We sat at the bar although ambience is a little serious and older, the food is worth the visit get ready to spend around $100 per person and the perk is the valet parking. You don't have to worry about your car and walk distances or start looking for parking.

Ivette V.

Visited Forte on a Friday with reservations for two. There is valet service in front of the restaurant which is convenient. Once we entered the restaurant we were greeted and directed to the coat check. Thereafter we were given the option of the main dining area or the speakeasy. We chose the speakeasy. The speakeasy is very nicely decorated and has a dark speakeasy vibe. The server was friendly. We ordered the beat salad as our appetizer, which was very good. It came with what seemed to be a fried cheese on top which complimented the flavors of the dressing. Next, we ordered entrees. I ordered the spicy rigatoni with blackened chicken and my sister ordered the chicken francese. Both dishes were very good. I took the remainder of my dish home and it was good even as left overs. For dessert, I ordered the chocolate mousse and my sister ordered the crème brûlée. I wasn't much of a fan of the chocolate mousse, but I did eat it. They lost a star because the speakeasy area has a door that leads to the residential building/restroom which would bring in a cold draft of air every time someone opened it. Also, our server was slow. It seemed she disappeared for a while as we waited for the dessert menu. Overall good food. They have a DJ on Fridays. Customers are diverse and it seems to be mainly a 40+ crowd.

Randi P.

Nice atmosphere. Great service. Food was just ok! My husband hated the chicken parm sandwich. I wish it was more reasonably priced because we live down the block. Not sure if we'll be back b

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2 years ago

The food, atmosphere & service was outstanding! What a great place for a night out for authentic Italian food! Delicious!!

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3 years ago

I celebrated my 55th Birthday and it was amazing. The service, food and newly decorated restaurant made my night!

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Excellent food, consistent. Beautiful decor A nice welcome to the community including delivery.

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