Pa'La Wood Fired Cooking

What an amazing experience! From the time that we walked in until the time that we left, the service was absolutely outstanding! The hostess that sat us gave us a thorough description of the menu and seated as promptly. And our server, Jeff, was also phenomenal! He was extremely knowledgeable about all of the ingredients of each dish, and that was impressive! Now onto the food because the food was fabulous! I started with the octopus and my husband had the pork belly. My girlfriend had the muscles and they just simply melt it in your mouth! My main entrée was miso card. I wasn't a big fan of the flavor miso but the fish was cooked to perfection. My husband had the whole Bronzino fish and he absolutely loved it! Oh yeah, and to top it off, the live jazz was spot on! We were still able to have a good conversation and enjoy live music because it was not too loud. We sat upstairs so that we could hear the live music. I can't wait to go back. Again the food was fabulous. The service was outstanding, and the atmosphere was a definite vibe that was most enjoyable!

We had a reservation for two upstairs, but we came an hour and 15 minutes early and brought a couple with us. The manager or owner made room for us downstairs. The lady they showed us to our seat was very nice. I ordered the whole fish, which was a little salty, but I think the flavor would be excellent with a little less salt. It came with an ancient grain. I didn't care for it. I would rather rice next time if it's an option. The Mrs ordered steak and said it was heavy on the soy sauce or something, so she couldn't eat it. The other couple tried a bunch of dishes, but I don't think they finished any of them. I plan to come back and try the fish again, but I will request no salt. My only problem was that our server assumed that it would be one person paying. I stated that it should be split, and he made a big deal out of it, so the other couple said they would pay for it since they ordered a lot of different dishes. I didn't like this idea, because I did have a whole fish and a drink that I didn't drink and the Mrs had a glass of wine. So we will have to catch them on the next one. In the future, he should ask about the split before bringing the check, when it's more than one couple. I'm sure he could get a bigger tip if two people are paying. Other than that, the server was great and attentive. He remembered birthdays and the anniversary of the other couple. We heard a live band playing upstairs. They sounded good. If you come here on the weekend and you don't drink, you may want to sit upstairs and listen to them play.

What a great spot! We had a reservation upstairs where the live jazz was. It was very romantic and intimate for date night. The food was good, but not quite 5 stars especially for the price point. The pork belly appetizer was amazing but the octopus was very chewy and lacked depth. The miso black cod was delicious and the Brussels sprouts were just ok. The drinks were yummy. Our server Corbin took fantastic care of us. We would definitely come back!

Based on take out- the food flavour 7/10and presentation was 6/10. I’m sure if we dined it, our experience would have been enhanced. There was only one bone marrow while on line pictures showed two. Not sure if unagi as a topping was a good idea. Why do I think anchovies would have been better as a pairing? The best thing on the menu was sweet potatoes & olives. The roasted almonds added a nice crunchy touch. The octopus was just okay, maybe it needed some kinda topping or dressing. Brussel sprouts were too saucy and lacked crispiness. Will definitely return and dine-in.

A hidden gem in Downtown Phoenix I’ve passed by so many times—finally checked it out, and I was so pleasantly surprised! Upstairs has a completely different vibe than downstairs, with a live jazz band playing that instantly transported me to Paris. I sat at the bar, soaking in the atmosphere, beautiful décor, and art-covered walls. The food and service were both excellent. I’ll definitely be back!

The food was absolutely amazing full of flavor and cooked to perfection. But what really stood out was the customer service! The staff was welcoming, attentive, and made the whole experience even better. Definitely coming back and highly recommend to anyone looking for great vibes, great people, and even better food!

We personally had an incredible experience. From the time we walked in the door, until it was time to depart, we were immersed in a magical dining experience. We came for Father’s Day and selected the fixed course menu which included: OCTOPUS | SMOKED SWEET PAPRIKA + ARTICHOKE PORK BELLY + SUNOMONO MAIN COURSE 16OZ K4 PRIME RIBEYE + NORI BORDELAISE SWEET POTATO + ALEPPO CHILI DESSERT PEANUT BUTTER CHOCOLATE TORTE A BOTTLE OF WINE +$20 Oh em gee.. we were blown away.. sooooo good!! Alex our server was outstanding ❤️

Unsure how this place can have any negative feedback. We stopped by from Scottsdale and we weren’t disappointed the food and atmosphere is incredible the service was amazing as well. They have a great happy hour and the ambience is very relaxing. From the moment we met with the hostess through out the whole dinner we had great service. Highly recommend this place for a night out with friends or spouse even by yourself the bar area is nice and friendly.

We just had the most amazing experience here. I treated my husband to date night and this place was a real treat. The staff were amazing from the moment we walked through the door. I made a reservation for the second floor and they had a live jazz band playing, this really set the vibe. The food was to die for! Note that they have a rotating menu so you might not have the option to try what we did. We started with the shishito peppers and pork belly, and oh myyyyy both were so dang flavorful. Then we had the pleasure of indulging in the miso black cod and NY strip steak, which were absolute heaven. I didn't get a chance to take a pic of the food, only my cocktail. I had the carjillo which is like an espresso martini with tequila. I really liked it. We can't wait for another date night here!!

Overall wonderful experience. We were seated at a table right by the door and asked about a booth but they were all filled up so the hostess asked if we wanted a high top instead by the kitchen, which was very nice and cool! We had two servers take care of us and they explained the menu very well, very knowledgeable about all the elements of each dish and their allergens. There is a lot gluten free.. except there is no gluten free grain at all?? For instance, the cod has ancient grains with gluten but they have no rice that's gluten free at all. There's foccacia but no gf bread. So that was disappointing because a carb helps with a balanced meal. A lot of the gluten free was red meat which I don't eat so overall I was more limited hence the four stars - the grain got me... I wasn't going to pay $42 for a meal with no grain. And no chicken dishes? Odd. I ended up getting the wild u10 shrimp and Japanese sweet potato. The shrimp came with only four pieces - they were large but for $29... just expect to spend more money here if you want to be full. The shrimp was very tasty though! It had great flavor from the ginger and garlic and it was fresh and light yet packed a slight heat. Very juicy. The sweet potato also only came with three slices for $13. It was once again however, pretty outstanding flavor wise. The skin had a nice crunch while the flesh was pillow-y and delicate but still packed heat with the chili crunch. They are very good about providing adequate sauce. Also the sweet potato came out over 5 minutes before my shrimp, not sure if that's normal or something happened in the kitchen. My boyfriend got the special which was an egg pasta with pesto, cherry tomatoes, and shrimp. He said the pasta was outstanding - you could tell it was homemade - and he even liked the pesto and he's not a big pesto fan. He said the shrimp was nice And tender. He agreed the portion was small for the price but we both recognize we pay for high quality.

I give this place a 4.5 stars The only reason is, it did take a a while for them to provide me with my food. Other than that, the people were friendly, helpful, and very attentive. We came to check on me and see how my food was and I was like well. I don't have any food. If you're looking for a delicious fancy restaurant, this is a place to go. The menu changes often, so probably what I won't be available in a couple of weeks or days. Overall, but I enjoyed my favorite part. Was the mussels. I had never tried them, but the sauce it came, and was delicious. The ribeye was also good The meat was cooked. Perfection melted in your mouth. The only thing I didn't really like is all the garnish that was on top. It was in big fan of that. The other two items that I really enjoyed was the pork Valley and the sweet potato. I don't know what they put on it, but it worked really well. There was much more. I wanted to try, but it is pretty pricey. So, hopefully in my next visit. I'll stop by again and see what else they have on the menu.

Out of the three restaurants we visited during this weekend this was my favorite! The ambiance was a mix of Italy meets modern feel. Loved the pictures of Sorrento, and the jazz music for dinner! The service was amazing! The food on point! Was very happy to have a little birthday cheesecake too!

What an amazing experience! From the time that we walked in until the time that we left, the service was absolutely outstanding! The hostess that sat us gave us a thorough description of the menu and seated as promptly. And our server, Jeff, was also phenomenal! He was extremely knowledgeable about all of the ingredients of each dish, and that was impressive! Now onto the food because the food was fabulous! I started with the octopus and my husband had the pork belly. My girlfriend had the muscles and they just simply melt it in your mouth! My main entrée was miso card. I wasn't a big fan of the flavor miso but the fish was cooked to perfection. My husband had the whole Bronzino fish and he absolutely loved it! Oh yeah, and to top it off, the live jazz was spot on! We were still able to have a good conversation and enjoy live music because it was not too loud. We sat upstairs so that we could hear the live music. I can't wait to go back. Again the food was fabulous. The service was outstanding, and the atmosphere was a definite vibe that was most enjoyable!

Great place at downtown Phoenix to enjoy dinner with friends. The tapas menu are really affordable and tasty. Love the Fire-grilled octopus, pork belly, and Japanese sweet tomatoes with chilly oil. The house red Cabernet from Chile was really good. It is kind of pricy for dinner entrees.

I have been wanting to come here for years & finally made it. Host and hostesses were 5 star as well as all of our servers. Never skipped a beat with superb fine dining service. Jazz trio entertains upstairs, with an impressive wine cellar and intimate dining room. Ambiance is classy but not stuffy. The chef here spent a decade at one of my other faves, Roka Akor. So I knew it would be great but THIS great?! This amazing restaurant has such delectable food, it had me dreaming about it. Unique sourced ingredients are used & their menu is always changing. Everything I ate was literally a party in my mouth. So much so, we ordered most of the appetizers twice. The complimentary focaccia bread, the tenderly soft kurobuta pork belly was sinfully delicious, as was the woodfired octopus & fresh burrata. Saying I cannot wait to return is an understatement.

The food was absolutely amazing full of flavor and cooked to perfection. But what really stood out was the customer service! The staff was welcoming, attentive, and made the whole experience even better. Definitely coming back and highly recommend to anyone looking for great vibes, great people, and even better food!

Best Mediterranean fine dining experiemce. Great service. Exceptional food. Live music. It's such a fun and delightful time here. The food is refreshing to eat. Very clean eating and simple ingredients. Temperature of the food was perfect and presentation was appealing. Friendly staff really makes it that much more a great time. The atmosphere is intimate yet lively with the live music. Friday's and Saturday's is the time to dine and catch the entertainment.

My boyfriend took me here for our anniversary and we couldn't stop talking about it for weeks! Pa'La has a gorgeous ambiance with a live jazz playing throughout dinner (make sure to book for upstairs). The food was so good we were scrapping our plates by the end! All the food is ethically sourced and the best ingredients on the market. We got the steak, scallops (not sure if on the menu anymore) and Japanese sweet potatoes. Steak and potatoes were great. Scallops weren't my favorite as I am not huge on seafood. The staff are well educated on the menu and give great recommendations based on your palette.

What a special place. From the moment you walk in you just get all the good vibes. Gorgeous decor, friendly faces, impeccable menu. We came in pretty last minute and the wonderful owner was able to seat us with a little creative arrangements. Everyone was so kind and friendly. The drinks are very creative and yummy but the menu... ah, the menu. So wonderful and delicious. We will definitely be back on our next trip to the Phoenix area!

What a disappointment. Our expectations were for a great experience. We were immediately put on the back foot when after ordering a draft beer, we were told that there were no draft beers available due to a mechanical issue. And there were only two bottle choices. We had a nice chat with the bartender and then ordered a couple of starters, the olives and pickled anchovies. Both came quickly. The olive app was laughable. The kitchen opened the fridge and dropped 15 cold green olives in a bowl. There was no attempt to warm or season them. No presentation whatsoever. Just 15 cold olives for $6. Just embarrassing for Pa'la. The anchovies were adequate, served with tiny tasteless pastry rings. Their website menu showed anchovies and almonds for $8 but they had removed that offering and we had $13 anchovies without almonds instead. This was an underwhelming experience from start to finish. Just awful.

Absolutely phenomenal. My entire group I was with loved everything. I honestly can't remember the last time I raved about a restaurant like this! We did tapas style and tried the Beef tartar, Octopus, Sweet potatoes, Pork belly, Iberico pork, the Pasta special, the house Focaccia, the Shishito peppers, the cod, and we got the cheesecake and chocolate torte dessert. They have an amazing happy hour every day 5-630 and also all day Sunday and live jazz on weekends. Our server, Ana, was also fantastic in giving recommendations. I can't wait to go back.

General manager Gilles described Pa'La as "for the people" and that it certainly is. I felt so welcomed and valued even the first time I dined at Pa'La for happy hour. There is a cozy yet spacious bar upstairs and live music on Fri-Sat. Some of my favorites were the squid ink milkbread, anchovies, and Randy's killer espresso martini (ask him what the secret ingredient is!). I most recently dined at Pa'La again after several happy hours because I noticed they were rated as "dine fearlessly" (highest rating) on the Seed Oil Scout app (a movement to map out restaurants that care for their customers by cooking with healthy and natural oils) which is aligned with a new lifestyle/diet I am following. I sent an email requesting a special accommodation for my dietary needs and Gilles and Chef Jason jumped right on it with enthusiasm. We had the most outstanding Omikase experience. Every course was crafted with such attention to detail and care for my diet. Modifications were made with ease. Chef Jason made numerous appearances at our table and engaged with us throughout the evening. For the first time in about 6 months, my anxiety about dining out melted away and I was able to enjoy the ambiance, the flavors, and my company without having to worry if I was going to accidentally eat something that I wasn't supposed to or wondering if I was ruining the night (for my company and the staff) by asking countless questions about ingredients. Some of my favorites were the tartare on sweet potatoes, trout, anchovies (of course), shishito peppers, and ribeye (even though everything was my favorite!). We've been back since and everyone remembered us, even our server Brittany. We joked that we felt like royalty here because we were treated so well, but really it is a privilege to dine at Pa'La and know Gilles, Jason, and Brittany. They are the true stars and they make Pa'La so special.

Pa'La Downtown was originally the birthday dinner destination but we were skeptical about the menu. Once we got there the ambiance was nice enough but the menu left a lot to be desired. Maybe we didn't get the concept so we decided on two cocktails. The live jazz was really nice and so was our server and the drinks had a kick to them.

Delicious. Food options were good, very expensive and small portions, but food was a 5/5, prices 4/5, ambiance 5/5, staff amazing and out of this world. Had such a great experience.

If cozy vibes and global bites had a baby, it'd be this Phoenix gem. Pala Wood Fired cooking is serving up Mediterranean, South American and Japanese vibes all on one menu--think global flavors, local ingredients, and serious wood-fired magic. The space is warm and cozy, the staff treats you like royalty, and the menu? It's a rotating lineup of shareable small plates that basically demand you try everything. We're talking tapas-style bites that are packed with flavor and creativity. While nothing totally blew my mind, everything was really solid--fresh, flavorful, and beautifully done. Heads up: their menu changes depending on what's fresh and in season, so don't get too attached to any dish you see here (RIP to the ones that got away). But if you're looking for a place that feels a little special without being stuffy? Pa'La's your girl. Five stars, wood-fired and well-deserved.

I went here for dinner on Mother's Day to celebrate. I was immediately greeted and seated. When I arrived, there weren't a lot of people but the space quickly filled up with other parties. The waitress was so sweet and down to earth. I wish I remembered her name! She took pictures of me after when I asked and she went the extra mile by providing some lighting. It was nice. I got the Japanese sweet potato appetizer, then I got the octopus for my first course, prime NY strip steak cooked medium rare for my main course, and the chocolate peanut butter torte for dessert. Everything was SO GOOD and well-made. The sweet potato appetizer was my fav and in my opinion, is a must try! I also got a margarita and some other drink that has blackberry and whiskey. It was reminiscent of an old fashioned. I was also served complimentary bread. The place was clean and well-kept, including the bathroom. They have a really pretty wine wall as well. I will be back for the communal dinner that they host on Tuesdays! My only suggestion is that when you are doing a special menu for a holiday, maybe consider not serving a dessert with peanuts although I feel like they would accommodate someone who may have an allergy because the waitress did ask me if I had any allergies or sensitivities. I thought that was considerate.

What an amazing place! I was excited to come after reading about the live Jazz band. I was trying to figure out where to sit to be close to the Jazz band. I was looking online but couldn't find it and I tried calling, but no answer. So I made a reservation in the dining room. If you want to be by the band, reserve the lounge room. I get there and explained to the GM. He checked to see if there was availability but there was not. But he kept alert and he did get us a table at the end by the band for dessert. It was fun. Also the GM (Giles Kolakowski) who was amazing and attentive recommended some delicious wine from France after telling him that my fav wine was from that country. He took really good care of us and made us feel special. Our server was super sweet and loved her energy ( shout out to Samantha)! We ordered appetizers, entrees and sides for sharing. Everything was delicious, cooked to perfection and on another level. I have not one single criticism to say. I will definitely be back. Every time I have a guest over visiting me from out of town, this place will be on my itinerary every time. If you have not been, make sure you make the time to experience it. You will not be disappointed.

Pa' La downtown is one of my absolute favorite restaurants. I had my 4 year anniversary last night and I had the most magical experience! Seriously, the staff made my night so special. I set up a reservation with Gilles and the staff rolled out the red carpet for my evening. All of the servers told us Happy Anniversary and made us feel like celebrities! We had the warm olives and nuts along with the charred octopus for appetizers. I highly suggest this combination. We had the Tomahawk steak for dinner, it was absolutely incredible! We also enjoyed a side of squash cooked to perfection. My partner is sober and for the grand finale they brought us a complementary glass of champagne and non alcoholic champagne for her. This is the first time any restaurant has added this level of service and details. I was truly touched. We both were so filled with joy and gratitude for the level of service we received. We devoured the flan and ice cream, it was literally a party in my mouth! Pa 'la is a fantastic spot for a date night, girls night out, special work events. Oh and they have live jazz on Tuesdays. Thank you for making my anniversary one I will never forget! Truly blessed!

Tonight was our first time here, and my wife and I chose it for date night. They did not let us down. We started with oysters, which were fresh and delicious. Next, we tried their smoked Brussels sprouts--absolutely incredible. We also enjoyed a few different types of cocktails. What's great is that all the cocktails are the same price, so you can just focus on what you like to drink without worrying about the cost. For our main dish, we shared the ribeye, which was perfectly cooked and tender. We also had sweet potatoes on the side--so delicious. I highly recommend making a reservation to ensure you get a spot. You don't want to miss out. We're already planning to come back for my birthday or another special event.

Came here for the first time last night for an anniversary. We were really excited about the live jazz, but left disappointed when there wasn't any. It's possible that we needed to request seating on the second floor, but even then, we didn't hear any music coming from up there. If that is the case, I think that should be listed on the website or even asked upon arrival. Our server was friendly, but seemed rushed and stressed--likely due to being understaffed. It affected the experience, especially when we had to ask for water refills more than once as well as waiting a decent amount of time for our check. As for the food: * The wood-fired octopus was okay. The salad underneath was overly vinegary and kind of overpowered the dish. * The mussels were one of the highlights--the broth they came in was delicious, though the mussels themselves were on the smaller side. * The Argentine flank steak was definitely the standout. Perfectly cooked and packed with flavor. * The asparagus was good, nothing too memorable. * The Wagyu fat potatoes were the biggest letdown. Undersalted and bland, they tasted more like boiled potatoes with a few olives tossed in. It was also frustrating that the dishes didn't come out together--we ate our sides without the meat and the meat without the sides, which took away from the overall meal. I had planned to take pictures of this dining experience but once I was disappointed by the octopus, I stopped. so this would be the only picture I have. I love the concept of combining Mediterranean and Asian influences, but it felt like the execution missed the mark. Not a terrible experience, but not one I'd return for.

I keep coming back for the creative, delicious meals and of course the live music. PA'LA delivers on all fronts for a great downtown experience. The servers are attentive and the jazz flows on the weekends. Get a table in the upstairs lounge for better listening! The murals on the wall and ceilings are awesome, as is the wonderful smell of wood fired cooking; PA'LA is a must hit!

Food and Ambiance was fair nothing to say oh my god about. We were on the seconded floor and the jazz was great, the service was the problem, it seems the wait staff forget about your order, and you have to keep reminding the staff about your food. Eat on the first floor and have drinks on the second to listen to the jazz, you will have a better experience. Kitchen is on the first floor! Sorry but it was a so-so restaurant, and we will not go back. It is not that good of a restaurant and the kitchen is not big enough to handle and serve more than 20 people. The hype is total BS

I gave Pa'la another try and it was PHENOMENAL! That's the quality and experience that I was expecting the first time so I'm so glad I went back to try it again. They hit it out of the park! If I could give more than 5 stars, I would. Pros 1.Both my husband and I had the omakase and I'm so glad we did because we were able to try sooooo many different things. It's well worth the price for the quality of food and super fresh ingredients. 2. Our server, Brittany, was so sweet and helpful, and the manager (didn't get her name) made the dinner more than a dinner - it was an experience! 3. We sat upstairs this time and really enjoyed the atmosphere. I love that it feels like a place that would be in NYC, where I'm from. Felt very comfortable, lounge like, romantic and sexy. 4. All of the food tasted so fresh, beyond tasty, and you can tell there was a lot of thought, love and creativity put into each dish. 5. The foie gras was sweet and savory, smooth, and perfectly balanced. 6. The wagyu was melt-in-your-mouth delicious! 7. The bucatini with seafood was so creamy and delicious. Comfort food. Love the addition of uni. Yumm so darn good. Cons None, nada, NA Cannot wait to go back. Going to book a reservation right after I finish writing this review. I'm still dreaming about our experience and want to experience it over and over again.

First time trying this restaurant and let me tell you, the food was amazing. The flank steak was just melted in my mouth and was seasoned perfectly, i recommend the octopus and also the potato's they were just as amazing. The service was also great!! My server was so nice and explained everything for us because it was our first time. We will be back definitely:)

Came here for a birthday dinner. The upstairs ambiance was nicer than downstairs in our opinion. Our server explained tapas to us after we had told him we came here specifically for tapas. We thought a lot of the dishes were good like the octopus and bone marrow but the monkfish had a smell to it that seemed like it was not fresh. For the cost, I expected a bit more

Pa'La has a location on 24th and one downtown. 2 total separate vibes, 2 amazingly separate experiences. We had dinner at the downtown location upstairs Saturday night with live jazz. Our service was extraordinary our food was delicious and the ambiance was amazing. This location is quite nice and made for a wonderful date night out.

Came here with coworkers. The vibe is very intimate but the food is delicious! We say upstairs on a Friday night and listened to a jazz band play. Great vibe but very hard to talk as it was very loud. Food was delicious! Ordered some small tapas for appetizer. Got the olives and the pork belly. Olives were good but had some sort of spice / flavor in it; pork belly was extremely tender. Both plates were tiny! However at the end of our meal we had plenty of food. For main I got the muscles and they were quite tasty! Sweet potato for a side, which was slices of whole white sweet potato and quite delicious!! Would absolutely recommend however maybe next time was downstairs for a less intimate vibe.

Tried Pa'la for the first time and loved it. We chose to be sat at the cellar and I'm happy we did because it was beautiful. Our server was very attentive and friendly, and all of the food we ordered were delicious. This was also the most convenient and perfect spot for dinner before heading to a concert at the Footprint center, which was only a 2-3 minute walk. We will definitely be coming back!

Beautiful ambiance...so sexy and soft. The service was amazing and so personalized. Our cocktails were delicious and refreshing, recommended from our server Alex. I will go back again and again, just for happy hour. The place is so pleasant and comfortable.

My boyfriend and I love coming here! The scallops were so buttery and melt in your mouth. I was in heaven. Oysters are good since and mignonette is my favorite here! Summer squash was quite delicious our server recommended we get that side dish. My boyfriend got a bone in steak and was cooked perfectly to his liking. The vibes here are on a different level for Phoenix. Jazz music on the weekends is such a romantic touch! I love how I feel like I am in a different city when you step into Pa'La. Being able to see the Chefs prepare you're fresh food is something I love. I don't love how close the tables are to other guests but it is a smaller building and they make do with what they have. We get sat right away every time and are treated with respect and hospitality as every restaurant should with their guests!

Very nice restaurant but I felt a bit underdressed. I didn't know it was kind of a fine dining scene. I was looking more into the food menu hehe. Anyway, the vibe is more of a late date night scene. My family and I went for dinner (party of 7) and we had my nephew come along (he is 2 years old). He was well behaved so it was good. We were seated upstairs. There are stairs to go up in the dining area but for me, temporarily walking with a cane, super glad they had an elevator. But that elevator took forever lol I do love the menu and the food choices we had ordered however, it was just a small plate. Would love to order more though and perhaps try other cocktails and perhaps the NY strip steak (which they ran out of last night- Sunday) for next time. Also there was one food- photo un-named (a server came to our table and set it down but we didn't order the food, so it came to us by mistake) but our waitress that night apologize but still told us to try because it's really good (which it was!) and it didn't get charge on our check They do validate parking for 2 hrs. We parked right across (Chase bank)

Celebrated my husband's 50th birthday. Pablo was amazing we had a party of 9 with a toddler. He was very patient and kind. Food was a 10 out of 10 and the Jazz band was phenomenal. We will be back for sure.

We had a party of 8. Our table was ready upon arrival. We only had one server and he was absolutely amazing and attentive to all of our needs. On to the food. Literally every dish that we had was so good that we would finish it and order another. I'm not kidding. The food was so good that we asked our server if we could meet the chef. To our surprise, the chef actually came out and we showered him with gratitude and compliments. I officially have a favorite restaurant in downtown Phoenix. I can't wait to go back!

I saw a post on Instagram for Friday Night jazz music and had to go check it out. I've been to Pa'La before but this was the first time upstairs. It has a completely different vibe than downstairs. It's much more dark and moody with some really cool murals on the walls and ceiling. Our server was great but food came out in such a weird order and not together at all. The complimentary focaccia bread was a nice touch. My steak was delicious. Both our mains came out first, but not together and then the broccolini came out right at the end so you didn't even really get to eat everything together. Our server apologized for the delay and comped one of our glasses of wine for our troubles. I will definitely go back on a different Friday night for a glass of wine and to listen to the music.

Excellent food drinks and atmosphere. Will be back for sure! Service was impeccable as well with very engaging and knowledgeable staff

This is a lovely restaurant with great ambience and atmosphere and delicious food. Their happy hour is an amazing deal. I'm always a little worried when I'm there on a Friday night as it never seems that busy. But they are really trying to do something here. They have live jazz upstairs a lot of nights and the atmosphere up there in particular is really nice. Lighting is nice and low, and I always have had great service. Food wise, the Japanese sweet potatoes and the pork belly are things we always get. The wine list is also huge and varied, they even have details on each wine listed. Please check this place out, it's great!

Phenomenal food and flavors . I would definitely recommend checking this place out. They spend a lot of focus on getting the quality right and their service is top notch. Very well done to this store team ! The location itself is very cool as well.

My wife and I were downtown to watch a show and decided to try this place for dinner. We had reservations and were seated in a nice quiet area upstairs near the beautiful glass wine cellar. We originally were going to try the restaurant week menu but ended up going with their standard menu. It's Tapas style so we shared each plate. We started with the Bone marrow, Octopus and pork belly. The were all fantastic. Such great flavors! We finished off the meal with Japanese Sweet Potatoes and the Flat Iron steak. Both were to die for. The flat iron steak was so tender and had an amazing beef flavor. They also have a great wine list. We had a fantastic GSM from the Rhône region of France. Paired perfectly with the food that we ordered.

One of the best dining experiences I've had. The food was incredible, the ambience and all the little details were amazing, and all of the servers were extremely attentive and kind! Also, their happy hour is SO worth it -- and yes you must get the pork belly if you come.

We finally made it to Pa'La. We made the reservation for our family dinner at the upstairs lounge - beautiful space, our server was very knowledgeable, courteous but was definitely about upselling. We were told that portions are small (tapas style) and even smaller if we order off happy hour menu and it wouldn't be enough for the 5 of us to try. So we ordered from a regular menu - food is delicious with beautiful presentation but prices are very high for the amount of food you get on the plate - reason for 4 instead of 5 stars. Make sure you are ready to spend $$$$.

Came here on a Thursday afternoon for happy hour and was able to be seated right away. Hostess and waiter were both extremely friendly. Had the red wine on happy hour which was tasty and decently priced. For food, I had the smoked burrata which was very good and a perfect portion for 2 people. There were a few other food items on happy hour which looked good but I didn't get the chance to try. Happy hour prices were decent so I will definitely be back to try out some of the other items.

Jazz band and tapas on a Friday night. Ahhhmqzing vibe for date nights for sure. Or if you just appreciate these type of things like I do. 5/5 vibes: the jazz band 4/5 food top: bone marrow ; needs work: beef tartare needs flavor 5/5 service 4/5 price point

The atmosphere at Pa'La was really nice. Our waiter was very friendly. We got the Omakase, which came with eight or nine different courses, all of the courses were really interesting and dishes I've never had before, it was great to experience new styles of food. Our favorite dishes were the steak and the raw trout!

We stopped in here prior to attending my a comedy show. We really enjoyed the happy hour drink and tapas menu was a fantastic introduction to the different flavors this menus showcases. We opted for the upstairs lounge since our goal was to be a little more casual. Our servers were friendly and knowledgeable. I'll definitely plan to return for dinner in the future.

Late afternoon after working to set up an event across the street at the convention center, I was so happy to see that this restaurant was right there! I have been trying to go in and have reservations for about a month and a half or more but since it's a bit out of my way , I had not been able to make time to drive up or I should say to drive downtown. However , totally worth the wait! I had a delicious appetizer in the drinks were absolutely amazing! My friends had really good meals and of course we all enjoyed our drinks ! I also have to mention the customer service was exactly what I expected out of a bar restaurant like this one ! I highly recommend it and you need to come and try it for yourself !!!

The pork belly the pork belly the pork belly. Everything was good but if Jimi could do it agin he'd get 9 orders of pork belly. Only complaint was the bathroom stall door opens too closely to the toilet making one maneuver to the left side of the toilet (as you're facing it) to allow room for the door to swing. All is forgiven though because of the pork belly!!! Special mention to the Octopus too. 5 stars

Pa'La is a fancy downtown restaurant with a variety of seating options downstairs, upstairs, and outside. Always remember to book ahead with a reservation site because we saw people with no reservations getting turned away. This place is pricey for Arizona. For 2 people, we spent over $200 for drinks and food with no dessert. The staff was very attentive and the food was delicious. I really enjoyed my charred steak. It was the best part of the meal. This place loses a star because of the low light and kitchen noises we heard while we were seated. Also, the hostess told us we may need to move to a different table halfway through our meal because the 4 top we were seated at was reserved. We didn't end up moving, but it was weird to be told that halfway through our meal. Other than that, we had a decent experience, and the food was delicious. Cheers!