Forte - Hackensack

The cocktails were excellent and so was the bartender. We ordered the hot antipasto for 2 and added a long hot instead of the shrimp as the last time I was ther... read more The cocktails were excellent and so was the bartender. We ordered the hot antipasto for 2 and added a long hot instead of the shrimp as the last time I was there the shrimp tasted like it came right of the freezer. Absolutely no taste..the appetizer was laden in sauce. The only thing good was the calamari! The clams, mushrooms, eggplant and artichoke were tasteless. I 've eaten here before on a Friday. Must be different cooks on off days. Would definitely drink there but not dine there at all..very disappointing..

A women delivery driver with a green Kia soul almost killed my dog delivering food to my building…. I walked out the front door and she sped through my driveway... read more A women delivery driver with a green Kia soul almost killed my dog delivering food to my building…. I walked out the front door and she sped through my driveway…. Didn’t even apologize, let alone acknowledge my presence, nothing because of this interaction I wouldn’t support this restaurant and I live on prospect Ave. The employees from Picco’s tavern had better hospitality.

Got Chicken Alfredo and Chicken Marsala , both dishes were very bland, not impressed for what it cost! I’ve had this dish before at this restaurant and I though... read more Got Chicken Alfredo and Chicken Marsala , both dishes were very bland, not impressed for what it cost! I’ve had this dish before at this restaurant and I thought it was much better. I will not take my chances again here!

Been to Forte several times and usually have a good experience. This Friday evening was not the case. We ordered 4 apps, 2 of us received our appetizers while t... read more Been to Forte several times and usually have a good experience. This Friday evening was not the case. We ordered 4 apps, 2 of us received our appetizers while the other 2 did not. Those 2 apps came out approximately 20-30 minutes later. No problem, we know stuff happens. Spoke to manager and waiter about issue so they were aware. Food then came out, 1 of the 4 of us loved the meal, the other 3 of us were a little underwhelmed. We ordered 2 desserts and coffee. Coffee turned gray when I added milk, a clear sign it sat too long in the pot and was old, it tasted how it looked. Management did not consider buying us dessert, the apps that came out late, or maybe even a drink. (Pick 1) In addition, they charged $12 extra to use our credit cards. I know it’s become the norm for smaller establishments to recoup some cash for cc fees, but this was a $300 bill for the 4 of us. Seems a little tacky to charge a cc fee on a “higher end” price point, as it should be absorbed. I noticed there are always large parties going on during dinner. I believe the quality of service to regular dinner quests, as well as food quality, is suffering as a result. We hope it improves as we really want to like it again, if we decide to go back.

Had my fiancés birthday party here. The speak easy was perfect. Me myself being a pizzeria owner met both the brothers who own all the Forte’s. They are competi... read more Had my fiancés birthday party here. The speak easy was perfect. Me myself being a pizzeria owner met both the brothers who own all the Forte’s. They are competition to me. All the years I been in the business the most humble greatest owners I ever met. Such a great family raised by im sure amazing parents. Never been happier being the host of a party. Had a lot left over from the buffet that the workers themselves packed for us to take. If I could give 10 stars I would. Great people.