Palo

If you're thinking about going, go. The food was tasty and flavorful. My party was celebrating a birthday and the server treated us to a wine tasting! Great service and a cozy atmosphere.

Our first visit to Providence - and for only 24 hours - but we chose wisely in finding Palo for dinner, a short walk from our hotel. The atmosphere is in one of the city’s oldest buildings right by the river and at the base of College Hill. Think stone walls, wood beams, candles on tables, and dimmed lighting. There was buzzy, Saturday night energy and all was good. Service was exceptional, with a super friendly and knowledgable server - tatted and pierced and happy to work at a place where she can be herself and deliver an awesome experience to people like us. She gave great advice on how many tapas to order, things to try that we may not have considered, which gins worked best with which tonics, and made us feel warmly welcomed to Palo and to Providence. We ate very well, starting with an excellent charcuterie board with thinly sliced meats and a nice local goat cheese, also a highly addictive fig jam. We also had patatas bravas, pan con tomate (with red and green tomato options; both were delicious but I was team green), grape leaves, and zanahorias, maybe the best plate of carrots I’ve ever had with spices and extras that made it pop. We tried the fish cheeks and they were well sauced and meaty, but a little too tough for my taste. For cocktails, we love a good Spanish-style gin and tonic and Palo delivers the big glass, aromatic presentation, and nice variety of gins and specialty tonics from which to choose. I selected a great Japanese gin with a yuzu infused tonic and it was perfect. We were too stuffed for dessert, but Palo’s server and kitchen treated us very well, making our first visit to Providence a memorable one.

The food and the drinks were delicious. Our waiter Santiago was awesome and very knowledgeable. We did sit next to windows that were a bit drafty but overall our experience was good. The wife and I will definitely be back🤙🏼

Every single thing we tried was amazing! Our party of four had the Charcuterie board, the carrots, the eggplant, the grilled eggplant, the corn ribs, the meatballs, the grilled calamari (DO NOT SLEEP ON THIS), and the pistachio tart. Michelle, our waitress, was the cherry on top of a lovely evening!

“Okay” tapas. Some of the sauces are a bit confusing, either too bold or unsure why it’s needed, such as the hot sauce for the fish screwer. I wouldn’t regret to skip the jamón and croquet if have 2nd chance.

What a sumptuous supper we had here. Great service and delicious food. Love the atmosphere. We especially enjoyed the scallops and patates braves

I have been a fan of Palo since they opened. You can tell the owner is very passionate and it shows. Everything from the ambience, to the service and consistency shows the hard work and dedication that goes into this line of work. The bartender and server Michelle provides great hospitality that keeps us coming back along with the phenomenal food & drinks. I cannot recommend Palo enough. One of the top places in providence!

What a pleasant surprise! The garlic shrimp was especially delicious — super fresh and flavorful. The calamari was also quite unique. Our whole family loved the corn and pork ribs — the sauce was absolutely delicious. The ham and cheese in the tapas easily matched what we had in Spain. Prices were very reasonable, and the atmosphere felt warm and cozy. We called ahead to make a reservation, so it wasn’t too crowded around 5 ：30PM.

I went here with one of my besties for my birthday celebration. It was pretty empty when we walked in but we sat at the bar since we didn't have a reservation- it was nice and started to fill up shortly after we arrived. What we got: The grilled calamari-was exceptionally tender... lots of flavor and spice not chewy at all. The razor clams- were very garlicky and lemony-delicious! The duck baclava- so interesting and different... tasted somewhat like a fancy bite of thanksgiving dinner with stuffing and all. Chorizo and cheese platter- good, it is what it sounds like. Drinks were fantastic as well, we tried a few different cocktails and also had a sample of an espresso martini- friendly bartenders! If you want to sit at a table instead of the bar, make a reservation... but the bar was nice! Good ambiance overall and would love to try other things on their menu- definitely a fun splurge night out on the town!,

YUM! Our favorites were the mushroom toast and the broccoli Caesar. The cheese board also had great selection and came with a large slices! The drinks were also delicious, and it was awesome you could customize your own! This is an awesome place for date night or to bring people in town. It's a ton of fun to share a bunch of dishes too! The restaurant itself is gorgeous; it has the feel of the first floor of a historic home that was redone into a modern bar and restaurant. My husband and I will definitely be back to try some more soon!

One of my favorite meals in Providence so far. Beautiful historical space downtown, friendly and helpful service, romantic vibe and delicious food. We have had tapas many places including in Spain, and this was authentic while being a bit more unique than the usual fare. Will definitely be back! Try the chicken kebab!

Delicious food, warm ambience, and attentive service. My friend and I enjoyed and lovely time here and it was my first visit. I highly recommend a reservation becausr it is very popular! They also offer an assortment of mocktails!

Was finally able to come to Palo after hearing friends rave about it for years! Though we went on a Sunday night, the place was PACKED and for good reason! Their dishes are small yet filling and incredibly tasty!! Their mushroom toast and the falafel sandwiches were to die for!! Would recommend this restaurant as one of the " must visit" in Providence!

We came here for dinner before a PPAC performance. It was recommended to us by our mixologist at The Eddy when we visited back in April. We are delighted that we took her advice. The ambiance was cool. It is an older building with lots of character. The interior space is very well laid out and features a very large "U" shaped bar. It has a cool vibe to it and makes you feel chill. We broke tradition and sat at a table this time. Our server was awesome throughout the night. He made great suggestions for both food and drink. He was always present when we needed him. The stars of the show were the food and drink. We tried a variety of Tapas and cocktails. I am not going to list them here. I have photos for you to look at. My descriptions wouldn't do them justice. Suffice it to say that everything was flavorful, innovative, and perfectly prepared. One photo I didn't take was my wife's Espresso Martini. It is called Cafe 43. She is very particular about espresso martinis, and she said it was hands down the best she has had. My only suggestion to you is to make this a MUST TRY on your next visit to Providence. We certainly will be back.

This is an overdue review for one of the BEST restaurants in the world! Seriously can't go wrong here. I LOVE it here. Palo in Providence is hands down one of my favorite spots on Earth and I do not say that lightly. It's a clever spin on Spanish tapas with a warm, somehow therapeutic energy that just wraps around you the moment you walk in. Here's the game plan for dinner(you can always order more!): about 3 plates per couple (trust me on this), share a dessert, and order whatever mocktail or cocktail catches your eye, they're all crafted beautifully by PROS! And yes, it's always busy, so for the love of tapas, make a reservation. That said... you MIGHT get lucky at the bar if you are bad at planning ahead like I can be... IF you do everyone is amazing, we love Michelle and Isa! Two absolute gems who make the experience sparkle. Honestly, the whole team is solid though... David, Michael, and now Chris (the new manager) is doing a fantastic job carrying the torch since our BELOVED Carlos(former manager) moved on. PS Carlos, if you're reading this, we miss you!!! The most important part... Food.... TRY EVERYTHING. I mean it. But especially the tuna crudo. That Ajo Blanco sauce? I think about it at night. I dream about it. I'd write sonnets to it if I could. PLEASE PALO!!!! Never take it off the menu. Some things are sacred. So yeah. Come hungry. Come curious. Come back again and again.

Do not even try to visit. I spoke with an Avery over the phone and was told I would have a table when I arrive in fifteen minutes. I arrived and was greeted by Chris who told me there were no tables. I explained I had spoken to a female-sounding voice over the phone who explicitly said I would have a table. That did not matter to him. There is not accountability at this restaurant. Consider another place.

Awesome tapas. Blended different flavors together I hadn't had before. Everything was delicious. New wine was exceptional! Manager was very welcoming and came around to each table to let us know the door was locked to keep everyone safe as there was an active shooter at the university. Appreciate his calm thoughtfulness. Asked each group where we parked. Calm and respectful and everyone continued to enjoy a lovely evening. Thank you so much!

If you're thinking about going, go. The food was tasty and flavorful. My party was celebrating a birthday and the server treated us to a wine tasting! Great service and a cozy atmosphere.

I recently made a reservation for Palo Tapas Bar on Sunday, July 21 at 8:45pm for 4 Guests in the dining room through Resy. There is a note that our table will be held for 15 minutes and to call +1 401-414-7610 if running late. Palo closes at 10:00pm on Sunday and this was the latest I've been there. We were seated right away and were welcomed back. QR for the menu can be found on the table. I ordered a Aperol Spritz that had aperol, cava, and soda water. It was a nice drink, but preferred their sangria. We ordered some of our favorites to share with our visiting friends - Costillas de Maíz / Corn Ribs; Gambas al Ajillo / Garlic Shrimp; and Rabo de Toro / Oxtail. We also ordered the Croquetas de Maíz / Corn Croquettes from the Tapas de Temporada / Seasonal Tapas section. The Croquetas de Maíz / Corn Croquettes were creamy corn & mild green chile fritters (4) served with pepper jelly. The last tapa we ordered was Arayes / Pita Sliders which had ground beef filled pita bread, tahini sauce, and a side of pickles. The pita was crispy and paired very well with the tahini sauce. All the food was very good and everyone enjoyed it. Around 9:45pm, the waitress came around to let us know that it was last call for the kitchen and she'll be back around to ask if there was anything else we wanted to put in. We did want to put in another tapa so I grabbed her attention later only to find out the stove was already off. She never came back to ask us if we wanted anything. It was a little disappointing since usually their service is top notch. Prior to this time, I made a reservation for Palo Tapas Bar on Saturday, April 27 at 4:00pm for 4 Guests in the dining room through Google. We ordered some of our favorites to share with our visiting friends and some new dishes as well like the Baklava de Tomate / Tomato Baklava which had roasted tomatoes, summer vegetables, sun-dried tomato & walnut pesto, feta, and dagga (Palestinian tomato & dill salsa) and Setas al Jerez / Mushrooms with Sherry which had seared RI Mushroom Co mushrooms, sherry, and crispy shallots. We always enjoy bringing our friends to Palo Tapas Bar. The dishes are great for sharing and we have a great experience.

Five stars for Palo. This is my favorite restaurant for a chic meal in Providence. Over the past few years I've visited several times and enjoyed meals and drinks at the bar and at tables, on weekends and during the week, and in larger and small groups. Here are my thoughts after consistently excellent food and service over the years. The location: Palo is located just adjacent to Downtown Providence, situated on the edge of the East Side and the Providence River. It's an easy walk from the bus tunnel, the RISD museum, Brown campus, and other offices downtown. The building itself is the stunning brick steeple building, with another restaurant-- New Rivers--occupying the South Main St. Side. The decor is arty, sophisticated, and a little moody, with hanging lights over the bar. It's a great spot to take friends from out of town or to celebrate a special occasion. The Drinks: the bartender at Palo is excellent. The menu offers an interesting selection of wines, beers, and cocktails including an extensive gin and tonic list with multiple unique flavors. And aside from the menu, the bartender is knowledgable and friendly and can make your drink of choice. The Food: Now onto the most important part, the tapas! Palo's menu reflects the season, with a substantial selection of core plates that are always offered. Given that it's Tapas, the portions are smaller; my recommendation is choosing at least two plates per person in your group, and planning to split each plate among two or three people. First, the charcuterie selection is excellent and very customizable to your tastes-- take care not to overlook it. The seasonal salad is always a top pick for me, and I don't think you can ever go wrong there. For classics, the swordfish kebabs (3) are succulent, meaty, and fresh from the ocean. Served with the perfect medley of pomegranate arils, pickled veg, and beets, it may be my favorite item on the menu. And I dream of the lamb lollipops served atop a stone dish of black lentils and tomatoes. They practically melt in your mouth. Truly the only critique I have is that Palo doesn't offer a physical menu-- you have to use a QR code and your phone. This can be difficult particularly when dining with older friends and relatives; and even with younger people I find that using the phone to read the menu takes diners out of the moment and disrupts the "eating out" experience for me.

Make a reservation to be seated at a table or it is first come first serve for bar seating. I love tapa restaurants and recently travelled to Barcelona where I ate tapas everyday, so I was excited to try Palo. Overall, the food was delicious, albeit some dishes were a bit pricey for the serving (oxtail and shrimp). The cocktails were just okay - I was a little disappointed with the sangria. It tasted a bit bitter and my partners dirty martini had too much olive juice. My favorite dishes were probably the charcuterie board (the Iberico ham and the cheeses were so good!) and the tomato bread with the added anchovies. You can't go wrong with choosing the more simple tapas!

As someone who has spent extended time living and traveling throughout Spain, this menu is a dream. The restaurant itself is absolutely gorgeous and very reminiscent of Andalucía. The patatas bravas rival the best ones I've had in Spain. This is my go-to restaurant near College Hill.

Fun, friendly and upbeat environment. Great for a drink after work too. We sat at the bar and had several plates. Everything was terrific, but the star of the show was the corn- uniquely sliced and served with an aioli sauce that was out of this world. We also had the swordfish, mushrooms served on skewers, olives, a pasta with squid ink, calamari and shrimp with the heads on, and chorizo. Short walk to the train and local hotel

I can't believe I hadn't been here before. As someone who truly LOVES tapas, this place is officially on my list for future meals out. It features a lovely, cozy interior with exposed stone walls. There's an extensive menu with delicious Spanish bites to suit all tastes. We shared a variety of tapas including a meat and cheese board (we picked manchego cheese and serrano ham), patatas bravas, corn ribs, tortilla espanola, olives, garlic shrimp, pan con tomate, and mushrooms with sherry. Absolutely everything was phenomenal except for the mushrooms which were just ok for us. I would happily order all the other items next time, but would also love to throw a few other dishes into the mix to try even more of the menu. They also have a few different types of sangria and many other interesting cocktail options. I loved the elderflower and cava sangria and would definitely order it again. For dessert we had the nutella babka and it was fantastic. Would definitely recommend that too! Just a random note to add: they don't have any hot drinks so if you want coffee or tea, that's a no go. Our server was helpful and nice, but was generally pretty average. She didn't go above and beyond and was overall "fine." Not overly impressive but she took our orders and checked in on us a couple times and that was that. All in all, it's a great spot and the final bill was surprisingly reasonable considering the large quantity of dishes we ordered.

This was my first visit to Palo and my boyfriend and I split a few tapas. We got the olives, which was a great dish to munch on while we waited for the rest of the meal. We got the corn fritters, ox tail, & little fried fish. The corn fritters and ox tail were our favorites, and we felt pretty perfectly full. The food came out quickly after we ordered, and we were probably in and out in about an hour. We had a reservation and got a small table. There are a number of smaller tables and a bar area. The bar area was very busy throughout the time we were eating, but the small tables were relatively quiet and relaxed.

Yes, yes and YES! Probably my favorite restaurant in Providence! Everything I've had is delicious and it's a great place for vegetarians and meat eaters alike. The garlic shrimp are slightly spicy, intensely garlicky and succulent. The roasted squash with pepitas and labneh is hearty, warm with a delightful contrast of textures between the creamy yogurt, soft squash and crunchy pumpkin seeds. I also recommend the manchego cheese, papas bravas, pan de tomate. Oh and the mushroom toast is heaven! You can tell all the ingredients are top notch - from the fresh tasting olive oil and vegetables to the bread. I'm picky about sangria- often it's weak and way too sweet but theirs is just right! You also can't go wrong with the wines or cocktails. Service is always in point and the atmosphere is cozy and inviting. The best!

We got out of the RISD museum early and had time to kill before our dinner reservation. We wandered in and immediately loved the atmosphere: low lights, quiet volumes, exposed brick, lots of wood... what's not to love? We ordered the seasonal daiquiri (watermelon aguachiles) which was incorrectly made as a house daiquiri, but quickly remedied it. We also ordered the corn croquettes and the chile jelly was easily one of the best things I've eaten in a while. I almost wished we didn't have dinner reservations because the menu looked great and the service was fantastic. We will definitely be back.

Amazing tapas place!!! My friend is a regular here, and we went right before he moved out and I'm so glad he showed me this place!! Must get foods: tomato bread, jamon iberico, patatas bravas (the best I've had), shrimp gambas, corn ribs. There are definitely more that I'll need to explore but these were standouts to me!! Drinks were also great - the Alhambra is like a cosmo, but good fruit flavors and not too strong, which I appreciated :) they even have great mocktails too!! Service is amazing. Waiters are attentive and personable and have been really great to my friend over the years. Ambiance is also great, a bit dark, but good vibes for a cute date or drink and tapas with a small group of friends! I will say this place is probably best to eat with groups of 2-4. Reservations are harder to get for more than 4 people as the restaurant is a bit small, but it's still possible - just book in advance. Parking is a bit difficult - there's a paid lot right next to the restaurant, but some street parking around that's a bit of a walk.

My family took me here for my birthday dinner. Atmosphere was casual, friendly, and fun. I absolutely loved our server who recommended some delicious tapas dishes and surprised us with a love potion and dessert for my birthday. We ordered almost everything on the tapas menu, which I might add had great variety. The bill was less than $150! When I say we left full I really mean it. Would HIGHLY recommend and we will definitely be back.

I always have a good time at Palo! Service is quick and they have so many great tapas that both are signatures and seasonal items they cycle out. A great place to go with a group that, even when busy, always feels like an energized intimate gathering!

Everything about this meal was outstanding. The restaurant itself is cozy and has an extensive menu and wine/drink list. We started with a beer and a pomegranate rose sangria. We ordered the pan con tomate and added on Serrano ham, garlic shrimp, Spanish omelet, olives and the corn ribs. Everything was fresh and delicious. The corn ribs and omelet were the highlights. Prices are reasonable for the quality and quantity of food. Would absolutely come back!!

Picked this place because it's proximity to Waterfire and was not disappointed! The space is beautiful, the service was fantastic and the food was absolutely delicious. We were seated promptly upon our reserved time, our server was extremely friendly and helpful. I opted for a gin (Mare) and tonic (Mediterranean) and it was one of the best G&T I've had, herbaceous and smooth, with just a hint of sweetness. Out of the food we've ordered, my favorite was the "marriage" of anchovies, it had just the perfect note of spiciness and saltiness, absolutely delicious. On the opposite spectrum, the grilled calamari was spicier than I expected. I was the heat was a tad less. Overall, all of the dishes we got were very good and I would happily eat them again. Highly recommend!

Palo's does it right. I was very impressed. The place has a great vibe. Old stone and wood mixed with modern touches create an elegant comfortable space. Their Spanish tapas are top notch. The spanish tapas are a hit. Their razor clams are rich with butter garlic. Order the olives side. Palo is a great spot.

Been to almost all the dining destinations in PVD - Gracies, Oberlin, Gift Horse, Persimmon... and this is right up there with the best in town. Wow. Great intimate vibe, wonderful and inventive tapas, attentive yet inobtrusive service. Our favorites were the ccarrots and swordfish kabobs. But, everything was excellent. Highly recommended.

Three of us came for an early bite before the theatre and before the place filled up. Our server, Michelle, took good care of us knowing we had limited time. We shared a Tostada de Temporada, garlic shrimp, and the spicy patatas bravas, and some drinks. We enjoyed being here especially when it is quieter which made conversation easy. It is a restaurant worth patronizing.

I first have to talk about how lovely the staff here is. I called on a Saturday night at 5pm after going to another restaurant and getting turned away and the gentleman on the phone was so kind and said he would make something work for us and called me back in less than 20 minutes to let us know he had a spot for us. It was so appreciated by me and my party. The tapas were great and we tried a variety of things. My favorite was the corn ribs and the hummus platter. Most of the items are a bit spicy so beware! Some things were a bit much for me. But everyone else loved it. I would definitely recommend to go with a few people and try a bunch of different things! Great spot overall.

What a beautiful spot for tapas and cocktails! Palo is in a historic building, and the interior has gorgeous exposed brick walls and lots of soft lighting. We were celebrating two birthdays, and as such were offered the choice of a complimentary cava (a sort of blush Prosecco from Spain) or a dessert (Nutella Navad babka). I had the cava, which was delicious and a perfect accompaniment for the numerous tapas we ordered. Or favorites were the chicken skewers, grilled cabbage "Cesar", stuffed grape leaves, and the burrata salad (the "pink" salad). We made a few less successful choices too, things that while tasty weren't what we'd hoped for: the swordfish kebab, which - while delicious - had the same flavorings and presentation as the chicken version, and regrettably the Spanish tortilla. I've been to several different regions of Spain and in each one the Spanish tortilla is the same (and my favorite food in Spain!), and quite different from the frittata at Palo. For calling a frittata a Spanish tortilla I subtracting one star; otherwise, this is a 5-star experience.

Visited this easy to locate establishment before a PBruins game and enjoyed the vibe and assortment of tapas.

After dining here a few times per year every year since they opened, can say that Palo is holding up consistently well in terms of quality, still in early 2024. The food is mostly the same and the menu has not really changed in the last several years. Individual dishes may come and go (we really loved the lamb kabobs) but mostly the menu is identical to how it has always been. I ordered an alhambra drink and it was amazing. Refreshing, citrusy, really good! My girlfriend got a negroni which was decent. We actually traded drinks but I wasn't dissatisfied with the negroni. We ordered boquerones, pan con tomate (tomato bread), costillas de maiz (corn ribs), fideua negra, and tortilla. The fideua was by far my favorite of the night with amazing complex layers of flavor, but everything else was also good, as usual. We tried the scallops con garbanzos and it was really good, solid flavor but a bit unnecessarily spicy. The night we went, the tortilla was a bit overcooked and super heavy on potato, but still tasted OK. In our experience this was a super rare occurrence. Overall a great destination and in our experience, quite consistent and quite good.

Always welcoming. Very cool ambience. Diverse, tasty, and well executed tapas. Plentiful offerings of wine, beer, and cocktails. Friendly, professional, and efficient servers (Michelle, David, Isabella).

We ate at Palo about a year ago and we had a very nice dinner. On our second visit this last weekend we were not as happy. We had about five small plates and some were fine, but the patatas bravas had too much sauce on them. The service was good but I am getting tired of QR codes.

Phenomenal place for Spanish tapas and cocktails. We made a reservation for right when they opened, which made service attentive and the food come out nice and quickly. Highly recommend ordering a three cheese and meat board -- they're insane (a great value)!! One of our cheeses was a Great Hill Blue cheese from Buzzards Bay, MA, which made me actually like blue cheese! Other must-orders: - The Iberian pork, which was fantastic - The squash with cheese and pomegranate - Patatas bravas For my first visit, I was really impressed with the array of dishes featured on the menu for such a small restaurant. Also absolutely loved the vibe! Follow me on Instagram at @bigtastebestplace for more

We met friends here and had such a good time because we could try so many different plates. The atmosphere is rustic and warm with exposed brick and wood. cute little tables, lots of fun and a nice atmosphere.

Creative and delicious tapas, along with expertly crafted cocktails in a cozy environment that feels special. What's not to love. The service is always friendly and attentive. I visit often and always leave happy and relaxed.

I was in town visiting my son and he suggested we try this place on a Wednesday night. No reservations but we was able to sit at the bar and was immediately served a drink. Great atmosphere and the staff was very friendly. I asked questions about each dish and they never acted annoyed. When the food was presented it was flavorful and an adventure to eat. I would go back and definitely recommend to a friend for a fun night out.

We waited 15 minutes to be sat at the bar, we ordered and were greeted with hostility. The bartender with glasses and a white beard was very rude, the other bartender who was supposed to be serving us ignored us the whole time. The food was great but the service was terrible. I am in the food service industry so I understand having a bad day but it was ridiculous.

The food was great but the people were somewhat hostile, the man behind the bar was rude and we didn't get water until we were done eating. Still, great food. edit (sorry if this seems excessive, I am just surprised at the response I received below): I would like to reiterate that I not only COMPLETELY understand both the laws and responsibilities of anyone serving alcohol, but I understand especially from an owner's perspective. This was not my issue whatsoever, which is why I neglected retelling our entire experience. Our issue was with the fact that the owner made us feel extremely uncomfortable by addressing us with a rude tone. It seemed like he was maybe a bit busy and overwhelmed, but the reason my friend mentioned being in the service industry is because despite the inherent stress of our position to serve, we still both would address any customer kindly and respectfully (unless they are unkind, in which case I can understand a reciprocation of unkindness). I would like to apologize for not respecting your position to regulate alcohol consumption (even though I am, in fact, 22 years old and simply did not order a drink). However, when the owner is standing in front of us watching us for the entire meal (and also not filling our empty waters until our food was cleared), it would obviously make anyone a bit uncomfortable after being addressed unkindly. It just ruined our experience honestly. Again, I understand stress-induced frustration, but as the owner, I would consider how your tone affects your guest's experience. Also want to reiterate that the food was amazing! I recommend the spicy potatoes and the corn fritters

Great ambiance, creative food, good portions to share. Good selection of mocktails as well

Honestly when I looked at the menu and other reviews, I did not want to go here. My friend did and she pushed. Well, we went and I regret the money I spent. It was small, dimly lit, with very greasy food. The noise level was pretty high and we were shoved in a corner by a heating or air conditioning unit with wires. Most of the food was fried, service was slow and our waiter seemed high as a kite. He was definitely on something. The scallops were the only memorable dish. Those were VERY good. Small portions for the price.

Just returned from here for dinner with a friend and I had to immediately rave about the splendid experience we had! It was both our first time and though we were initially unsure about the hardy exterior, our concerns were allayed as soon as we entered the restaurant. The ambience was pleasant and inviting without being too stuffy. The menu was via a qr code and had many enticing dishes. A paper menu would have been nice to avoid scrolling up and down a long list of items. But this was minor! The food was all yummy with our standout favorite being the roasted carrots topped with burrata and pistachios! we also had charcuterie with one cheese type and ham - this came with jam, spicy relish, grapes, crostini! We also shared lamb kebabs, corn ribs, and olives. We finished the dinner with a chocolate and pistachio dessert. All around a fantastic meal and great service from an attentive staff! I can't wait to return!

Absolutely loved this place and can't wait to come back! Located around the corner from New Rivers. Easy reservations via Resy, parking lot adjacent to the building - cost me $10 but worth not having to worry about sufficiently feeding a meter or scouring the streets for a spot. We ordered a charcuterie board - all meats and cheeses were delightful! There wasn't one that we didn't enjoy. Also ordered a side of olives for my girlfriend who is an olive connoisseur - none for me, thank you. Also ordered the eggplant, the grilled calamari and the swordfish. The grilled calamari was absolutely delicious - watch out RI fried calamari, you've got competition. I'd order this again and again. Swordfish was a bit dry - tasted better with the accompanying sauce. Eggplant - different but tasty. My sangria was just ok, I'll try something else next time. Very cool vibe in the place, service was excellent and friendly. The owner was stealthy about it and actually let us outstay our welcome by an hour but politely asked if we could wrap it up as there were patrons waiting. We said he should've let us know sooner, he replied he didn't want to interrupt our time. Very kind of him but we could've left sooner lol. Will be back!!!!

Went out with some friends to get some Tapas at Palo. They take reservations via Resy, so it was easy to grab a table at the time/date we wanted. The menu is 100% digital, so after scanning the QR code, we placed our order. My husband and I got the Tabla Combinado (Charcuterie with Manchego cheese, Mahon and Queso al vino. For meats, we got the lomo, jamón serrano and sobrasada). Every bite of everything was delicious. The waitress was very sweet, friendly and attentive. The board came with caramelized onions, apricot jam and a spicy pepper spread as well. This place has a good variety of vegetarian and seafood dishes. Our friends loved the Berenjenas (eggplants grilled with a honey drizzle), the falafel sliders and the Fideua (a paella like dish with noodles instead of rice). They loved their choices and they said, we have to come back again soon! A winner !

I visited Palo Tapas for the second time recently and had a great experience. I honestly recommend making a reservation first. This time, I wanted to try multiple dishes so my friends and I did a taste-testing family-style. First, we tried the cocktail menu. I personally liked the "Palomara" and the "Alhambra". I do not recommend "La Sucia", unless you like savory and salty drinks of the worst food combinations ever. We ordered the Razor Clams, Spicy Potatoes, Mushrooms with Sherry, Eggplant, Garlic Shrimp, the Grilled Calamari, Scallops with Chickpeas, and the Oxtail. I love how there are several vegetarian options, seafood, and charcuterie. My favorites were the scallops, spicy potatoes, and the mushroom with sherry. I feel like the sauces that they use in these dishes definitely enhance the flavors. I thought we ordered a good mix of dishes to try, definitely be open to trying it all! I also like the vibes of the space as well, very cozy and tavern-like. Service was also friendly. I would definitely recommend Palo Tapas for a date night or small get together with friends.

We went with a group of four and shared everything (as you should at a tapas bar!!!) everything was phenomenal - flavors of food, quality of food, service, drinks, etc. We will definitely be back!!!

Palo is an Andalusian style tapas bar that offers Spanish tapas heavily influenced by Moorish culture and historically as a major trading port between the Americas. The influence of different religions, cultures, and cuisines really shows in their extensive and unique menu. You'll need a reservation to dine here as it was packed on the weekend. The service here was so welcoming and the servers explained each dish when they arrived, which really elevated the experience. We got the corn ribs, tomato bread, grilled shrimp, grilled calamari, stuffed grape leaves. Everything was excellent but my favorites were the corn ribs, grilled calamari, and stuffed grape leaves. I was surprised that the portions were pretty large for these dishes as well. Surprise hit and recommended by our waitress were the grape leaves- they were tender and the beef was seasoned well, and paired great with the roasted eggplant purée and pomegranate seeds, you should absolutely get this! Overall it was a little pricey but well worth it for a special occasion or splurge!

I like the food it was very flavorful however, the service was not what we expected. My employee got there early and told our waitress about the event and she somehow came out with a bday dessert. Not one to be picky or complain but our server was not pleasant. We felt like she was overwhelmed or a bit dry. Very loud and aggressive with taking our orders.. Tone and delivery is everything.. something to think about. My guest tried to make light hearted jokes and she was so serious which set the tone for her service. Also if we were told we had a limit on time that would be nice but she abruptly came at the end and said you have 20 min. I didn't even have time to have make a toast we were rushed out. Not blaming her but if she was more pleasant and not so rushy i think it would have went more smoothly. Obviously gratuity was included and we are all in the same industry so we're not cheap and we know how it works! Service is everything, even if food sucks and service is good I would go regardless. Overall unsatisfied with service but love the food. This was a very special occasion but was off with server. I wouldn't go back If she will be serving me but like I said food isn't bad.

We love Palo. The service is consistently great, the food fresh and delicious. I love the atmosphere too, usually on the busy side, never too loud, interesting mix of old world/new decor, friendly non hipster vibe. Its always good.