Formosa just might be my new favorite location to frequent just based off the staff. I was lucky enough to have a manager by the name of "shoeless" Joe Jackson on new years and he was by far the nicest and most knowledgeable bartender in Iowa city. He bent over backwards to ensure we had a great time since our... More

I really want to like Formosa since I live upstairs in the same building, but it is consistently mediocre, and sometimes awful. Last night I had reservations at another restaurant, but changed to Formosa because of bad weather. I didn't want to leave the building in high wind and rain, so three of us went downstairs to Formosa. I knew... More

i went to formosa last night with people for a wedding and can honestly say that this is the worst service i have ever recieved. the bartender was extremely knowlegable on what was in the specialty drinks that we asked for and was extremely friendly, however he had nothing to work with.. what bar doesnt stock bud light or coors... More

What a waste. It is a beautiful space and decor. I stopped in to order two entrees and a sushi special roll. I had a drink while waiting at the bar. The timing of the food was slow - but that was fine, as I knew I just stopped in. When I returned home - I noticed there was no... More

Half of our party got their food after waiting for 45 minutes, other half waited another 1/2 hour. Ordered Chicken Teriyaki and Tropical Shrimp. Not at all sure what the "chicken" actually was - definitely not chicken. Served with plain broccoli and raw onions. After having to wait so long for the food, my husband canceled his order but the... More

I've been to Formosa a few times since it has opened. I always enjoyed their food and drinks and the "fun" atmosphere. But we recently dined there, the menu was completely changed. It was extremely unsatisfying and expensive for what we were offered. Also the service was about the worst i have ever had! The waitress ignored us all night... More

I've only had one meal at Formosa--it was delicious. More

Excellent sushi, great samples More

When Formosa first opened, they were going for the fondue/thing-- veggies or meats, steeped in (bland) broth. That never quite took off... More recently, the food has gotten so much better. They have a good selection of unique sushi rolls and appetizers, and the entrees are quite good too. They are also one of the only restaurants in town that... More