Palermo Italian Restaurant

On vacation. The place has a low light atmosphere so it's great for intimate dinners. Ordered meat ravioli with white sauce which was delicious, barely added salt as the sauce was already flavorful. Had a salad with some yummy ranch and had some complimentary garlic bread. Service was on point, friendly and wonderful. Waiters came by to always top off our waters without us asking so I never went thirsty. The owner was very interactive and friendly as well. Will come back again when I come to vacation here in LA

Really loved this small private owned Italian restaurant! The customer service is fantastic, the atmosphere is beautiful and the portions are huge! They have complimentary desert and bread which is a big plus to me! You can tell the staff here goes about and beyond

Incredible service, great prices, magical ambiance! Started with a little amuse bouche of pizza Rosa. Then martinis and fried zucchini, so good! Then we had the Wednesday $10 pasta with salad and garlic bread. The lentil soup was also so good and a perfect end to the meal with a little tiramisu! Thank you so much to our amazing server Maggie We will be coming back asap!!

I love this place. Owned by the nicest, sweetest Italian couple, for many years. Authentic! The food is delicious and home made. The desserts 🍨 🥧 wow. Will come back, will definitely be recommending.

Portion and atmosphere will forever keep me going back!! My first and forever time eating at this restaurant so happy with the service!! THE TASTE IS INCREDIBLE AND ITS SO SPOTLESS AND FRESH. I DEFINITELY WILL BE RETURNING!! Thanks you for such an amazing time and good laughs and a full tummy!! ❤️🤍🍝

I ordered Greek salad and the dressing is very extremely sweet. I can’t eat it. The Alfredo sauce is very thick , taste is just average The garlic bread is served hot and taste amazingly. Finally, they changed my salad without charge. Taste much better with Caesar dressing , just add tomato with I feel a bit weird. At least, I know that they cared customers from their heart and try to make dishes accomplishing satisfaction. Free Tiramisu as dessert❤️ that I did not expect that , just only thank you.

We’ve been coming to Palermo once a week for the past few months. It’s quickly become one of our #1 restaurants in LA! The staff is so warm and welcoming. We always get a delicious Coca-Cola and salad to start. And a visit is not complete without their famous Pizza Rosa. This Pizza is SO DELICIOUS. I hope everyone gets to taste it in their life! We always have the best time and the atmosphere is so jovial and pleasant. I can’t stress enough how sweet and accommodating the staff is. We always leave happy and satisfied. We went last night and I already want to go back! Thank you Palermo team, you’re fantastic!

Excellent family owned Italian joint. My people! When you’re Italian you’re always family! That’s one a-spicy meat-a ball! Cozy. Warm. Wonderful service. And the tiramisu is the best I’ve had in years!!

I ordered an Italian salad and the dressing was a bit sour. The Alfredo sauce is very thick , taste is just average The garlic bread is served hot and taste amazingly. Finally, they changed my salad without charge. Taste much better with ranch dressing. I know that they care about their customers from their and try to make dishes accomplishing satisfaction. Also it's a Great place to come on a romantic date night, nice ambience with candle light. Thank you for a great service.

I haven't been to Palermo in over 20 years and it's exactly as I remember it! Talk about nostalgia. Super friendly service and felt like traditional Italian homecooking. The lasagna was saucy and delish. The fettucine alfredo was creamy goodness. Chicken marsala was nice and tender with a side of veggies. Restaurant was clean and had a charming ambiance. Parking available in the back, or on the street if you're lucky.

I wad pleasantly surprised by this Italian gem! As soon as we walked in, we were greeted by super friendly staff who made us feel right at home. The atmosphere is incredibly inviting, with an authentic and family oriented vibe. The layout is super cozy and has that homey feel which we loved. The food? Amazing. The calamari was crispy and flavorful, the pasta was delicious, and the garlic bread--so good! You can tell they put a lot of care into what they serve. Our server Jenn was awesome--she frequently checked on us to make sure we had everything we needed. Even the older gentleman, who seemed to be the owner, came by to see how everything was. It was such a nice touch and made the experience feel really special. Also, the food was just as good the next day! I'm eating the leftovers now, and honestly, they might taste even better. We'll be back :)

Little hole in the wall that has been there 49 yrs Entire staff is super friendly quaint and cozy very homey feel we had the spaghetti and meatballs and the lasagne Bolognese VERY good

Are you roaming the streets of LA and you just got in the mood for a little Italian food? Palermo is a place for you. The restaurant is usually clean and comfortable and offers a variety of things to choose from. Service is prompt and attentive no matter what time of day you choose to pop in. The food is flavorful. I enjoy it most for a quick lunch.

Stopped in for the first time in years and was immediately greeted by Tony who is still the nicest man in the industry. To the hospitality from him and Julio to the pizza Rosa, I'll be back very soon. Food and service are incomparable!

Tony, the owner is the best. He knows everybody and greets everyone personally. The servers are the friendliest, helpful and attentive. Ambience is unmatched, you feel like you are in Italy. We've been coming here regularly since the mid 1980s with the kids and now with their kids. Always looking forward to coming here.

We had an amazing meal at Palermo's prior to going to a show at the Greek Theater. The staff was friendly, accommodating, and attentive to the excellent service they provided. The atmosphere was reminiscent of the old Italian restaurants found in any major city in the USA.

What a great place. We came in in a rush before a show at the Greek. We had a great meal and some great wine. Most importantly, they really cared about our time constrains. Thank you for a wonderful meal.

Palermo what an amazing pizza experience! The flavors were truly authentic, capturing the essence of Italian culture in every bite. My boyfriend showed me this wonderful place as he knew I had a craving for pizza but not just any pizza the best! We decided to try the meatballs pizza. Savory pie with a dough base topped with sauce, meatballs, and cheese. Toppings were fresh and full of flavor. The customer service was exceptional offering us a sample of the delicious pizza rosa. Everyone was friendly, attentive, and made us feel like part of the family. It wasn't just a meal; it was an experience. The atmosphere was lively, with fun music that made the whole place feel like a celebration. I'll definitely be coming back for more!

We dined at Palermo Italian Restaurant when they had a neighbor location near our home in La Canada. Their food has always been the same as it is now.....top notch, delicious and pleasing. The same goes for their service and the way the owners Tony and Antonette make everyone feel like "familia". Sunday was no different as we met good friends there to celebrate his birthday. They had been there two years ago after a performance at the Pantages. When he told me afterwards that he found this great Italian restaurant near Hollywood, without a thought, I said Palermo! He was astonished that I knew where they had dined. We both agreed that it's that good and it reminds him of restaurants from his youth in NYC. We will be back and we will continue to enjoy Chicken Diane, Fettuccine Alfredo and Pizza Roma from Palermo.

I'm a regular. My son loves their spaghetti and marinara. My favorites are angel hair with garlic and basil and penne with Tony Sauce. We love Palermo.

Was a good experience. Friendly staff, quick service. You will need to make up your mind for yourself.

A friend and I were in the area for an afternoon play and googled local Italian restaurants as one had popped up that we had already patronized in the past so we decided to give this one a try (so happy we did)! Parking was a bit of a challenge as they do have their own parking lot; however, all spots were taken and they were quite too close for comfort so we found street parking (just pay attention to the signage). Upon entering, it was a very warm welcome by the hostess whom appeared to be one of the owners. The establishment appeared to be a bit busy as it was approaching the 5pm dinner rush and we were seated promptly. As for the food, it was excellent! We were immediately greeted by a wonderful server (did not catch his name) & served some warm complimentary "pizza bread" that was to die for! We were also served complimentary garlic bread with our entrees which happened to be cannelloni in a meat sauce (included your choice of soup or salad). All was delicious! There's enough for two meals so I took half of mine home. We also ordered the house red wine and that was also very good. My friend ordered the cannoli for dessert and he really enjoyed it. Will definitely come again if in the area!

During thanksgiving break my parents and brother decided to come here during lunch. I have been here once before and the food tasted authentic. Food: 5/5 the food is authentic and very delicious. The portions are shareable even the sandwich. Even though the portions are big it does not loose it's taste. The pizza was cheesy, crunchy and doughy yummy. The Greek salad had lots of taste. My dad enjoyed his chicken Cacciatore and mom her subway. Service: 5/5 we were seated right away and our waiter checked in on us a couple of times! Ambiance: 5/5 very authentic Italian deco inside and while we were there old customers came by so you know the food is good with recurring customers. Parking: 5:5 they have a lot in the back which is good since this is a highly trafficked area with scarce parking. I can't wait to come back and try other stuff in their menu especially leading up to marathons when you can use up those carbs! Definitely recommend and will be coming back.

We came here for dinner on a sunday evening (super bowl sunday) My family was greeted by the host and sat immediately. Our server was beyond sweet and attentive. He gave us 4 small free slices of pizza right when we sat down which was a nice surprise. We ordered a pepperoni pizza and the calamari. the calamari was delicious, the batter was nice and crispy. The pizza was really good too. the pepperoni was thick and had a good spice to it. The prices on the menu seem to be the same as previous reviews from 7 years ago. Our server had mentioned their lasagna and pasta dishes are really popular. I definitely think we will come back to eat again when we are in the area. Overall a great experience. They've been around for 47 years so that has to say something about this place. Thanks for a great experience.

What a wonderful atmosphere. The Staff at this restaurant is truly warm and welcoming. I stopped in to get a slice of Pizza to go. They welcomed me like I was a meme er of their family. I will never forget this 5 minute encounter. Thank you for your kindness. Happy Halloween, Gabriel PS empty plate (nothing left to picture)

Just everything about it is great. Food, service, ambience etc good place for kids and families too.

Every time we come to Hollywood or the Los Angeles Griffith Park, or to catch a show at the Pantages we always try to make a stop at Palermo's. They never disappoint. The service is always on point and the atmosphere is always fun and uplifting. Last night when we were seated, they immediately brought out this neat little personal pan pizza looking thing with amazing cheeses on it. One little sliver for each person at the table. It was outstanding and a great way to wake up your pallet for the food that was about to come. I ordered the chicken Parmesan and it was extremely tasty as always. The wife had angel hair pasta with meat sauce and she thoroughly enjoyed it. We ordered the everything eight less anchovies and the pizza was cooked to perfection. We always have stuff left over and it's not because we didn't like it. It's because we are stuff and always over order.. If you are ever in the Hollywood area around Sunset and Vermont, you should definitely stop in. You will not be disappointed. Also, if you're lucky, the accordion playing man will be there and can give you a little bit of entertainment. Our grandchildren thoroughly enjoyed him.

If your looking for authentic Italian, than look no further. Portion sizes are humungous, so they can definitely be shared. It was my first time there and I was impressed. The ambiance is family like and comfortable with an array of wines to choose from. The service was excellent. The food was so good and they timed it perfectly so that you wouldn't have a table full of food waiting for you to eat it. Be careful with the appetizers because once we finished it, the salad, a glass of wine.... we were full lol. we took two bites of the food and packed it to go. I had so much food left over that. I took it to work the next day and shared with my coworker for lunch and I still had leftover for dinner that same night again....it's Italian so definitely share share share share and share.

I've been going to Palermo's since before I moved to the Silverlake / Los Feliz neighborhood decades ago. Tony is beyond hospitable and treats all his guests like VIPs. The pizza is fantastic (I even order to go) and the pasta dishes are ample servings - my favorite being the Pasta with "Tony sauce" - delicious! This restaurant is a neighborhood institution and a lovely gathering place for friends. Bravo!

Scampi shrimp was a bit bland. Eggplant parm was very mushy, more like chunks not the fillet, not crispy at all. I wish I loved it but I didn't. Great service though and a nice ambiance. I did really like the mushroom appetizer so I would recommend that for sure.

This is the best pizza I've had in LA! It's flavorful and every bite is layers of texture! Try the Nino's pizza - soooo good

I went to this restaurant with a friend who goes often. He said there was nothing bad on the menu. He ordered the melon wrapped in prosciutto. Excellent. All of us ordered something different. A mistake was made on my order as to the type of sauce. It was taken away and the correct meal/sauce was freshly prepared. Everyone else was about done when mine arrived. I ate some of it, but not wanting to hold up the others asked it to be packaged to go. My bag also included the meal that had the wrong sauce. That's customer service! My hotel room had a small freezer and I was able to get the pasta home to Washington State for dinner with my wife. The garlic bread that is served with the dinner was great. Our server was also great, garnering her a "healthy" tip. It is an old school restaurant where the best entry, and parking, is in the back. ENJOY!!!

Extremely excellent service from the time we entered til the time we leave. This was our first time and they were amazing with their service. Best I've had in the longest and what I mean is that they made us feel at home. The ambiance was casual friendly and the food was considerable portions wow! There pastas were delicious and we are happy .

Been wanting to come here for ages and finally made it happen. This is a great old-school Italian place in a cool, old LA neighborhood... feels like it's been around forever - hope it stays here forever but get here quick 'cause you never know. Our friendly, experienced waiter has been working this place for decades, he knows what you want more than you do! Got some wine, salad, pizza and pasta to share, simple ingredients bringing classic flavors. There's a strolling accordion-player-singer making the rounds if you want a serenade. Challenging parking but worth it.

Palermo's is my new favorite, Italian food spot! You can never go wrong with the build your own pasta. The pizza is to die for! I'll ordered the combination pizza with onions, bell peppers, and meatballs. It tasted like a Philly cheesesteak sandwich in pizza form. The staff and the owner are super friendly and it's definitely what I would consider authentic Italian food. They also have a wine cellar, so you can pick your own wine to pair with your meal. This is definitely the perfect place to go with a large group and share different entrées just to get a little taste of everything. They also gave us some of their cheese pizza to try, and honestly it was pretty good. I would order a whole pie of that one.

My friend Miss Lillian REALLY loves this place, and has been dragging me here for at least 15 years; I think she's been coming since she was a kid. The place has real Hollywood ambiance (photos) and the staff are very nice and helpful. The food is exceptional (both quality and quantity) and priced well (especially considering what's happened since Covid). That being said, still expect to spend $30-40 a plate with accessories and/or drinks plux tax and tip. (More or less depending upon how you order, Pizza and sandwiches are cheaper.) WORTH IT.

I meet up with my family here to have some family style dinner. We love the pizza and side dishes great place and service.

Haven't been here in a while but had to leave a review for all the times I've came and dined in. Love the vibe of this place, super old school Italian restaurant feel to it. Everyone's super nice and welcoming and I've felt at home everytime I've dined here. The portions are very generous and the desert is outstanding. You'll enjoy yourself here.

I haven't eaten here in several years and boy am I glad I came back! Tony and Antoinette were so nice! I told them I wished I could have gotten one of every dish to taste everything. They then got me one of the most delicious mushroom plates for free just up the variety for us! Some of the nicest people I've seen (both workers as well as the customers). The décor and ambiance are also very cute. I would definitely come back here again! For those of you that know more of the difference between Northern and Southern Italian, this place does it all well, but further excels in the Southern and Sicilian styles (Tony is Sicilian himself)!

Best Italian food in town! Service is excellent and friendly. Ambience is quite, I highly recommend the lasagna.

This review is especially meant for Italian ex-pats, New Yorkers, Sicilian Americans and anyone who longs for a genuine Old Country family meal while posted here "in the wild" in Los Angeles. I am one of those, a Sicilian American New Yorker who misses genuine, fresh, delicious meals that we could have when we lived back at home. You just don't find a Sicilian restaurant easily in Southern California, or perhaps, the entire West Coast (I lived in the East Bay up north for awhile and don't remember any). And, the fact that the owner is truly from the Palermo region himself and is there literally greeting, helping, welcoming patrons, is a bonus that is almost matchless now anywhere. Tony came right over to our table and chatted warmly for as long as we wished and seemed genuinely delighted that we were there. So much so that he added extras that go beyond the ordinary and that we will never forget. Grazie de cuore, Signor Tony! As one would expect, if you know Sicilians at all, the entire restaurant was spotless, cheerful, cozy, radiating quality and a celebration of the culture itself. The place mats are an education in themselves (see my pictures). But, what sets Palermo Ristorante apart from any other place in the greater Los Angeles area (and maybe the world, LOL??) is the food. When Tony assured us every single thing we would eat was made from scratch, he wan't exaggerating. For example, you may have had fried mozzarella elsewhere, but I guarantee you, not like this. Fresh marinara, golden cubes lightly breaded and toasty - squisita! Take a look at my photos to see what else we ordered. The menu is deep and that means (as if we need any excuse) we will have to return often and try every single non-meat item on it. As a vegetarian for over 40 years, I had no problem identifying a long list of dishes that I absolutely must try soon. Even vegans will be happy here. We figured out where to put the car for free, which is easiest if you just venture down the side streets off Vermont and park in the residential areas. Then walk, especially now when the weather is lovely. The environs are charming and eclectic and we truly enjoyed seeing people doing their spring yard upgrades, every house unique. Parking on Vermont is metered and only for one hour. You will want more than an hour to savor Palermo, believe me. We loved everything about it, i.e., the location in Los Feliz (yes, it makes us joyful to be there, noi eravamo quelli felici), the subdued restful lighting, the elegant mural, celebrity photos, vast wine collection on display (wow! make a list folks, this is a bonus at Palermo) and the prompt, efficient, solicitous service. (I want to thank Alex for taking such great care of us -- she is simply the best!) We especially loved meeting and getting to know Tony, il nostro compaesano. Don't miss this jewel for lunch or dinner or just dessert and coffee.

Nice people, great atmosphere and bigger than I expected inside, love the dough, will be back.

The food was great big portion took it to go had left overs great service too definitely recommend

The food was pretty good, I enjoyed the pasta dish I ordered. It was cooked well and the sauce was flavorful. The service was also solid, our server was attentive and friendly. I would recommend this place to others looking for a decent Italian meal.

Just got off a one hour bus commute and stumbled into this place and got drawn in with a slice of pizza. An older gentleman greeted me and took my order and even offered me a small soda on the house. I never really write Yelp reviews but I've never gone into a place and got treated with so much kindness. The slice of pizza was delicious!!! Coming back here with friends and family. Thank you for being so nice Palermo team!

Traditional Italian-American and a neighborhood institution. Extremely welcoming staff/owners and classic aesthetics. I usually go for red sauce dishes and I often order their "Philadelphia Steak" sandwich which actually reminds me more of Chicago beef sandwich options at neighborhood Pizza spots - not dipped (Bear) style but the alternate choice which is on many menus.

I had a very nice experience with family for dinner. There is limited parking in the back and plenty of tables and chair inside and outside dining. We went there after seeing a very nice show near there. I didn't have to wait for a table and ordered drinks. Server is attentive. It was a hard decision cause it's been 20 plus years since I've been there. I had spaghetti with meat sauce and meatballs with garlic bread and chose salad with all three dressings on sides. It was very busy but wait for food wasn't very long and was very good portions, taste and filling! Server gave me some refills and all over is great! I love to come again whenever I'm around!

I have been coming here for years, family owned business with comforting and welcoming service. The ambiance has always been pleasant and the food is still fresh and delicious.... Pizza, pasta you name it. It's a phenomenal family atmosphere to where you will not be disappointed. The wine selection is fantastic and you will never leave disappointed. Maggie was our server and was the most amazing person to be at our table. She greeted us with a welcoming smile and was very polite and suggestive about the menu making the experience even better. I'm so glad we chose to dine here again. I definitely recommend Palermo's as a place for fine Italian cuisine. Tony as always is there to make your dining experience even more enjoyable.

A Hidden Gem in Los Feliz! This Italian & Pizza restaurant has been serving generations of patrons for over 40 years. We had a great time here and the food was quite good. They have a few seats outside but the ambience of the interior will take you back in time. If you go inside, they have pictures of some celebrities that have eaten here over the years. The waitress here was a riot, as she told us she'd been here for over 20 years and told us some wonderful stories! They have booths inside, and parking behind the building too.

Palermo crushes it. Large portions, classic hot delicious food. Plenty of seating for larger families or parties of any size.

This is about as good as it gets for OG Italian food in Los Angeles. The atmosphere is great, they have paintings of Italy on the walls and old-school benches and booths. Service is lightning fast! They have super delicious standard Italian dishes. Our group had Pizza, salad, lasagna, spaghetti, soup and everything was delicious. The cannoli for dessert was delicious and they even gave us a free slice of chocolate cake because we were having a hard time deciding which to order! They have a dedicated parking lot in the back which is perfect since street parking in this neighborhood is tough. I've been here a few times over the years and recently went out with a group who was looking for something different, I suggested we come here and everyone loved it! We are already planning to come back.

Ahhhh Palermo. Never disappoints! Food, service, ambiance is always Even though this isn't a regular of ours nor do we live in the neighborhood, we are always treated like regulars. Love that and it's the reason we try to get there at least once a year. When my mother in law comes, we will go back. Would love to check out spaghetti Wednesday.

This place was very cozy and homey. You can tell it's been around for a while. I went for lunch on a Thursday so it was fairly quiet however still a lot of people dining. The parking was easy in the back which I appreciate for that area especially. They brought complimentary garlic bread it was delish(a little cold). Ordered Greek salad and pizza Rosa soooo yumm even though the pizza was a bit cold it was still absolutely delicious. I put the Greek salad toppings on top of it too and it complimented it greatly. What stood out about this place was the service they were so attentive and nice and even sent over complimentary tiramisu. Would love to try more things but something tells me I might always stick to that pizza! Might order to go next time and warm it up in the airfryer for a more melty vibe.

the free pizza rosa appetizer was so yummy. we got the alfredo and signature creamy chicken dish, which paired well but a few bites in and it was just too overwhelming for our taste buds. the marinara pasta that came with the chicken was alright, nothing special.

To start they gave us a slice of pizza as an appetizer. I had a lasagna and my wife had homemade ravioli. We took a pepperoni pizza home for later. Food and service was amazing again.

Palermo is for the palate! This authentic Italian restaurant off Vermont Ave just before the light at Franklin Ave (where it intersects) will sweep you away with its super neighborhood charm. When you walk in you're greeted right away by amazing staff maybe even Tony aka Anthony himself (the owner). They have a selection of dressing, dry desserts and wine for purchase in the main waiting area... Which will be a very brief one. The entire restaurant is covered in paintings (of Italy), pictures (of locals), portraits (headshots also of famous folks) and touches of warmth. The menu at Palermo's has every need and wanted covered from world famous pizza (including gluten free crust) to healthy salads and savory pasta dishes (with some strong vegan options) and beyond. I'd been near this Los Feliz, Los Angeles treasure a few times over the years, but never thought to stop in and enjoy a meal or better yet (an experience). It was such a great night out with my more than special friend Art, who knows this spot very well and even has his picture on the wall in the back!! The dinner salad with THICK Italian dressing was quite unique, and had a good flavor that was both rich and distinct. We had some nice appetizers (which I believe can be modified to preference), including the marinated mushrooms. They have some limited outdoor seating in front and an abundance of booths, tables and beyond inside. As well as a full bar and did I mention ALL THE WINE... yum!! Quality everything across the board!! I'm FULL and grateful for these experience with a huge GRAZIE to Tony and everyone at Palermo's, top notch "crafting mouth-watering italian cuisine!"

In a pinch, I ordered a pizza with some hesitation. It was tasteless and the crust was rubbery. Yeech!