MEMO Modern Italian
Westchase, Tampa
Restaurant in Tampa, United States
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Dress
Smart Casual
Why go
Book MEMO Modern Italian for an easy Tampa Italian meal when convenience and group flexibility matter more than awards or chef-driven theater. Lunch is the lower-risk choice for first-timers; dinner works better for small groups, casual dates, neighborhood special occasions that do not need a high-formality room.
About MEMO Modern Italian
Should you consider MEMO Modern Italian in Tampa? The basics are useful: it is open daily, starts at 4 PM Monday through Friday, opens at 11 AM on Saturday and Sunday, lists a smart casual dress code. That makes it easier to place in a practical Tampa dining plan.
Use MEMO Modern Italian when the name, Tampa location, hours, smart casual dress code fit the occasion. For anything more specific, such as exact dishes, seating style, or dietary accommodations, confirm directly with the restaurant before making plans.
Weekend daytime is available; weekdays are evening-only
MEMO Modern Italian opens at 4 PM Monday through Friday, with hours running until 10 PM Monday through Thursday and 11 PM on Friday. On Saturday, it is open 11 AM–11 PM, on Sunday it is open 11 AM–9 PM. That means weekend daytime dining is part of the schedule, while weekday lunch is not.
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Use it when the basics fit your plan
The clearest planning points are practical ones: MEMO Modern Italian is in Tampa, keeps broad weekly hours, lists smart casual dress. For pricing, menu specifics, booking rules, or occasion-specific needs, confirm directly with the restaurant.
If the group is comparing options, KELP SUSHI JOINT, Fat Beet Farm Kitchen and Bakery, Blasys Pizzeria, Flamestone American Grill, La Casa della Pasta are other named venues to consider depending on what kind of meal the group wants. MEMO Modern Italian earns consideration when its Tampa location, hours, smart casual dress code match the plan.
Planning details
- Location
- 10103 Montague St #1, Tampa, FL 33626
- Reservations
- Book on OpenTable
- Website
- memoitalian.com
- Phone
- +18134914081
The take
The Take
The Vibe
MEMO Modern Italian reads as a contemporary neighborhood restaurant that takes Italian structure seriously. The writing foregrounds a chef-driven approach and places the kitchen in a modern register—less nostalgic red-sauce fare, more technique-forward, ingredient-led cooking. Its Westchase setting and an orientation toward guests who arrive with intention give the room a composed, slightly intimate feel: refined without being stiff. Overall the vibe balances modern design and cozy neighborhood warmth, producing a sophisticated but approachable place for focused Italian dining.
Best For
MEMO is best experienced at night and suits occasions that call for purpose—date nights, family dinners, and special evenings where guests plan ahead. The restaurant’s location in a residential Westchase pocket and its higher price tier mean it attracts diners who reserve and arrive ready to engage with a chef-driven menu. It works for celebrations that favor composed service and thoughtfully executed Italian cooking, as well as for neighborhood meals when you want something more elevated than casual spots in busier districts.
Ordering Tips
Reservations are a smart move—copy emphasizes guests who ‘already decided, already reserved,’ and the restaurant’s price tier suggests limited walk-in availability. Lean into the pasta program: signature plates such as the Frutti Di Mare Pasta, Braised Beef Tortellini, and Pasta Bolognese showcase the kitchen’s focus and are reliable starting points. Expect a technique-forward take on familiar Italian ingredients; order a few pastas to share if you’re with company, and be prepared for a more formal, carefully paced dining rhythm.
Venue details
Ambiance
Welcoming, polished, and comfortable space suitable for casual dinners to small celebrations.
Tags
Vibe
Best For
Experience
At the Table
- Dress Code
- Smart Casual
- Noise Level
- Conversational
- Service Style
- Upscale Casual
- Meal Pacing
- Standard
- Capacity
- Medium
Signature Dishes
- Frutti Di Mare Pasta
- Braised Beef Tortellini
- Pasta Bolognese
Planning details
Location
Also consider
Also Consider
- KELP SUSHI JOINT, Notable alternative
- Fat Beet Farm Kitchen and Bakery, Notable alternative
- Flamestone American Grill, Notable alternative
- Blasys Pizzeria, Notable alternative
- La Casa della Pasta, Notable alternative
Restaurant context
How MEMO Modern Italian compares in Tampa
MEMO Modern Italian is the practical Italian-leaning choice when the group wants a polished casual meal with easy booking pressure. La Casa della Pasta is the closest cross-shop for diners set on pasta, while Blasys Pizzeria is the simpler pick when pizza and a lower-commitment meal are the priority.
For a different mood, KELP SUSHI JOINT is the better choice for sushi-focused diners, Fat Beet Farm Kitchen and Bakery makes more sense for daytime plans or a bakery-driven stop. MEMO is stronger for a sit-down evening where the table wants familiar Italian cues without making the reservation feel like a major event.
Flamestone American Grill is the broader American-grill alternative, better for groups that do not want to commit to Italian. Choose MEMO when the brief is Tampa, modern Italian, easy logistics; choose the peers when cuisine direction matters more than neighborhood convenience.
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Compare MEMO Modern Italian
| Venue | Location | Awards |
|---|---|---|
| MEMO Modern Italian | Tampa | No published awards |
| KELP SUSHI JOINT | Tampa | No published awards |
| Fat Beet Farm Kitchen and Bakery | Tampa | No published awards |
| Flamestone American Grill | Oldsmar | No published awards |
| Blasys Pizzeria | Tampa | No published awards |
| La Casa della Pasta | Tampa | No published awards |
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
Can MEMO Modern Italian accommodate groups?
For group plans in Tampa, confirm capacity or private dining directly with MEMO Modern Italian and use the published hours to choose a time that fits.
Is MEMO Modern Italian good for solo dining?
It may fit a solo meal if the Tampa location and hours work for you, but confirm any specific seating preferences directly.
How far ahead should I book MEMO Modern Italian?
If you are planning around peak evening times, especially Friday or Saturday when MEMO Modern Italian is open until 11 PM, check directly with the restaurant.
What are other options to compare with MEMO Modern Italian?
Other named options to compare include La Casa della Pasta, Flamestone American Grill, Blasys Pizzeria, KELP SUSHI JOINT, Fat Beet Farm Kitchen and Bakery. Check each venue directly for current menus, hours, booking details.
Is lunch or dinner better at MEMO Modern Italian?
MEMO Modern Italian opens at 4 PM Monday through Friday. Weekend daytime dining is available, with hours from 11 AM–11 PM on Saturday and 11 AM–9 PM on Sunday.
What should I wear to MEMO Modern Italian?
The dress code is smart casual. Aim for neat, polished clothing rather than formalwear unless your own occasion calls for it.
