Palma

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28 Cornelia Street (at nr. 4th St.)
New York, NY 10014

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Low key, charming, the best! I don't really want you to know this as this place is still a relatively well-kept secret but they deserve you to know. The zuppe di pesce is a must a...

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Attended a birthday party here at the back of the restaurant. The ambiance was nice, but our group did not have privacy. We kept getting interrupted by various people walking in t...

EXCELLENT FOOD, Charmless waiter. 6/20/2006

Everything we ordered tasted great from the apps, drinks, meal and all. The artichoke was a great treat as were their magaritas!!! Too bad our tip couldn't reflect it, we didn't feel comfortable leaving our worthless waiter any regard. The garden is ideal for seating, but it's all good! Pros: Food! Cons: one waiter more
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Worth the Wait 5/30/2006

I finally went over to Palma last weekend. The front room was bustling with activity, and (as a New Yorker) I was not surprised that I'd have to wait for my table. I rather appreciated the host tell me honestly how long I could expect to be waiting, rather than having him hand me a lie and a smile (like some other places in this ever-changing city would have done). So I settled in at the bar, and chatted with others there while we waited. Very communal, very fun, very New York. When I had my dinner, the appetizers were flawless (try the carciofi and the polpettini), the entree was succulent (and fun having the branzino fileted at the table), and the tiramisu....well, you'll have to try it yourself! All in all, a very positive experience that reminded me of why I've never left New York. more
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Nice place 5/17/2006

The food here is good although my chicken had a little too much sauce on it, and reasonably priced compared to any Manhattan Restaurants. We had a 7:30 reservation and were seated inside right away, it would have been about a 20 minute wait for the outdoor garden. The server was friendly and apologized for not being more responsive to our table. The wine list is okay although some of the drinks offered are really more ports than glasses to be served during the meal, which the menu doesn't really distinguish. Other than that, not bad. more
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TERRIBLE SERVICE 5/10/2006

We went to Palma last Friday night and had the most terrible service I've experienced in years. We arrived on time for our 8:30 pm reservation to be told of a ""slight wait"" by the maitre d'. This slight wait extended into a TWO HOUR WAIT during which the rude maitre d' told each of the members of our party a different story, seated people who arrived before us first, and was generally both cocky and unpleasant. When we finally walked away at 10:30 pm and complained about our experience, he did not even apologize. We went around the corner to a great little French bistro where the staff was both pleasant and likeable and the food great (Le Gigot). This place is DEFINITELY not worth it. Life's too short. Cons: Terrible service, Long wait, Rude maitre d' more
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Gotta eat here 4/4/2006

Great food, great ambience. Must make reservations though. Cool outdoor dining more
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Maitre'd Must Go --AGREED!!!! 3/12/2006

Arriving at the restaurant 10 minutes late, my friends and I were informed that our reservation was already given away. We gladly offered to wait for the next available table. However, the Maitre'd obnixously informed us that no additional tables will be opening up for the evening. Since it was barely 10 o'clock on a saturday night and many patrons looked ready to leave, I was completely shocked that I had to ask again what he meant by ""we will not be seating any more people for the evening."" I don't know if this was his pathetic tactic to make this tiny restaurant a bit more exclusive or that he was just on some sort of bizarre power trip. All in all, the food is not even good enough to justify for that type of rude attitude. Pros: neighborhood feel Cons: rude behavior more
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Nice place for drinks 3/3/2006

I stopped by Palma last night and had drinks but no food so can't comment on that. Wine and coffee were both great. My friend and I stayed at the bar for almost 2 hrs and were not rushed but was serviced well... the ambience of this place is small and rustic but quaint. May come back here to try the food out! Pros: cozy, location, good wine more
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Excellent Experience 9/28/2005

Dinner for four at Palma. Promptly seated and provided drinks in a hurry. For apps - calamari and shrimp. Very fresh and flavorful. Arugla salad with fennel, oranges and olives was nice, but nothing special. Entrees were out of site. Perfectly cooked lamb, well accompanied by rabe and potatoes. Swordfish and spinach ravioli were spot on. The star of the show was the fish stew. A thin, crusty dome of bread covered a large bowl of seafood, fresh herbs and an exquisite broth. When the server cuts the dome and folds it back, the scent that escapes burns itself into your memory. The taste makes you reconsider dinner plans forever. With the back gardens casual atmosphere and the attentive wait staff, and you have a go-to restaurant. Only negative was the wait for the food perhaps the smallish kitchen? but it didnt sour the overall excellent experience. Pros: Food, Atmosphere more
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My Favorite After Babbo 9/12/2005

My husband and I happened to stumble upon it as we were strolling through the village and ended up having a really fantastic time dining in the garden out back. It was very romantic and the food was excellent. My husband had the lamb which was very tasty and I had the zuppa di pesce which has gained the reputation of being their signature dish. It was just fantastic and a deal for $23 given the abundance of seafood in the dish. Our waitstaff was very friendly and quite attentive. The food took awhile, but the ambiance was so lovely that we didn't care. I'm definitely going back for the zuppa. more
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Superior Italian Cuisine 8/26/2005

I have had very few better Italian dining experiences in NY. Palma has great food and an excellent wine selection. My girlfriend said she's never had better fettecini, even in Italy! more
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Great time!! 8/25/2005

My wife threw me a surprise birthday party at Palma last night and it was one of the best times I've ever had at a restaurant. The food was incredible, the space was beautiful andthe service was exceptional. The party was held in the back ""farmhouse"" which really looked like you were in someones country kitchen. We had our own personal server who attended to us all night and was a pleasure to have around. There was never an empty glass on our table which is saying something since our group likes to have a drink or two. I don't even know what to say about the food...from start to finish everything was simply amazing. more
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Not Good for Private Parties 7/10/2005

45 standing staff not frindley vat all 65 min to get food food cold more
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Great Place for Dinner! 6/26/2005

I have eaten at Palma twice now, and both times have had excellent service. The waiters and waitresses have always been lovely, but the bar staff can be a bit of a mixed bag. Other than that, the space is very nice and very versatile - romantic, cozy, relaxing, warm. The outdoor patio is perfect for larger groups, weather permitting. The food is top-notch, and reasonably priced. Pros: ambience, food more
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Maitre d' must go 6/19/2005

If it wasn't for the maitre d', this would be a perfect little place. Great ambiance and perfect food, however the maitre d' MUST GO. Even with a couple of open tables it was clear this ungrateful host wanted to 'flip' our table in less than an hour. We ordered wine, starters, entrees, coffee and dessert When we offered to have our coffee in the garden following a down pour (so he could use our table!) he told us he did not have enough dry table cloths but 2 minutes later he seated other couples in the garden. The wait staff was very friendly and hard working, but they did seem a little afraid of the pain-in-the-ass maitre d.... Pros: Food, Ambiance Cons: Maitre d' more
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gia0007 11/3/2004

What a hidden treasure. The food was excellent as well as the decor. Although the bartender had major attitude issues. Luckily, the manager sat us quickly and saved us from the misery. I highly recommend this place, but I would asked to be seated immediatedly and not have an cocktail at the bar. more
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Excellent 10/29/2004

Having dined at many Italian restaurants in the city, this one is a true gem. The food was delicious (the artichoke and lamb was A+) and the staff was truly a pleasure. Our waiter, Ian, was very attentive and I must admit we are high maintenance eaters (on the side etc.). The garden is beautiful and the decor brings you back to Europe. This is a definite must go. Pros: Delicious, Attentive Staff more
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fiona t 10/24/2004

Highly recommend. What a beautiful place, my husband and I felt like we were Italy again...The food was very good and the manager was more than accomodating. He actually took the time to explain the menu at length, we were pleasantly surprised. If you want take a trip to the Mediterranean in NYC, this is the place... Pros: food, staff/management more
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A RARE GEM 9/25/2004

Maybe they were having a bad day for the other guy, but our experience was completely different. A charming restaurant , with great innovative food and friendly service. They have small intimate seating in front, an inner private courtyard with tables and umbrellas and a very private house behind the courtyard set up like a Tuscan kitchen for special small group parties. Very romantic ""Village secret""place. Service a step slow , but who notices Pros: great food, beautiful unique spac, welcoming staff more
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the best time 9/24/2004

Maybe some folks came on a bad day, but our gruop had the a great meal, in what has to be one of the charming restaurants in NYC. Its located on a Village brownstone street . They have a inner private courtyard and if you want they also have a a small house in the courtyard set up like a kitchen in Tuscany for more private parties. The foods was just wonderful and the service, friendly and welcoming albeit a bit slow (who really noticed ). A rare gem GO there , but reserve in advance Pros: food, atmosphere, staff more
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Horrible experience 9/14/2004

The staff was non-existent, the food was bad, not just taste but freshness. The clams were'nt even open. I can't believe I stayed in that place for as long as I did. The worst resturant experience I've ever had. Pros: none, none, none Cons: , staff, price more
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An Italian & Mediterranean Restaurant located on the most romantic block in the West Village with a Beautiful Garden. Hidden Gem: Private Carriage House available for Private Parties!

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  • Enjoy A Beautiful Garden Dining Experience in the West Village!

    Book Our Private Carriage House for your next private luncheon or dinner party. Holds up to 18 people.

    A mellow, Mediterranean mood prevails at Palma, a Sicilian spot that solidifies Cornelia Street as one of the best small restaurant blocks in Manhattan. Decor is simple and soulful, with chestnut tables and a stone-tile floor. Well-chosen music and soft-voiced, olive-skinned servers help the restaurant dance to a sultry undertow.

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  • The Scene
    A mellow, Mediterranean mood prevails at Palma, a Sicilian spot that solidifies Cornelia Street as one of the best small restaurant blocks in Manhattan. Decor is simple and...

  • 6/17/2004 Provided by Citysearch
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  • Hours: Mon 6pm-11pm Tue-Sat 12pm-11:30pm Sun 12pm-11pm
  • Payments: Visa, American Express, Master Card
  • Neighborhoods: Downtown, West Village
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