MEMO Modern Italian

Quick Verdict

MEMO Modern Italian sits in the Westchase corridor of Tampa at 10103 Montague St, and for a suburban Italian concept it punches above its zip code. Pricing details aren't confirmed in our data, but the Modern Italian category in this part of Tampa generally runs $30–$60 per head for dinner with wine — a range where MEMO competes on cooking quality rather than spectacle. If you're after an Italian-focused evening with genuine wine intent in west Tampa, this is the most credible option in the immediate area.

Who Should Book

MEMO is leading suited to the food-and-wine explorer who wants more than a red-checkered-tablecloth neighborhood Italian. The "Modern" in the name signals that this isn't a red-sauce throwback — expect cleaner plating, more considered ingredient sourcing, and a wine list that should, in a room like this, lean Italian-regional rather than generic. That last point matters: in suburban Tampa, most restaurants treat wine as an afterthought. A Modern Italian concept with any seriousness should offer by-the-glass pours that go beyond Pinot Grigio and Chianti generics. If that's the program here, it's worth the drive from central Tampa for wine-curious diners who want to drink well without crossing into downtown.

For a date night in Westchase, this format works well , Italian is a forgiving cuisine for conversation, and Modern Italian execution typically keeps the room quieter and more considered than high-energy concepts. Groups of four or fewer will find it the easiest fit; larger parties should confirm in advance whether the layout accommodates them comfortably.

Practical Details

Booking is rated Easy, which in a Westchase context means you're unlikely to be shut out mid-week. Weekends in suburban Tampa dining rooms can still fill, so calling or booking 48–72 hours ahead is sensible rather than essential. No outdoor seating details are confirmed in our data; the strip-adjacent address at Montague St suggests a primarily indoor room, but worth confirming directly.

For broader context on where MEMO fits in west Tampa's dining options, see our full Westchase restaurants guide. If you're pairing dinner with a night out, check our full Westchase bars guide for post-dinner options, or browse our full Westchase wineries guide if wine is the main event. Planning a longer trip? Our Westchase hotels guide and experiences guide cover everything nearby.

Wine Program Note

For wine drinkers comparing this against bar-forward alternatives, the benchmark is clear: dedicated wine bar programs at places like ABV in San Francisco or Kumiko in Chicago set a high bar for by-the-glass curation. MEMO's advantage over those formats is that the food program exists as a full Italian kitchen, not small plates as an afterthought. Whether the wine list rises to match the food ambition is the key question to ask when you arrive , request the by-the-glass list first and judge by how far it travels beyond the obvious Italian varietals.