Palermo Italian Restaurant
(323) 663-1178
1858 N Vermont Ave
Los Angeles,
CA
90027
34.1049
-118.2916
Neighborhoods: Central LA, Los Feliz
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In Short
This red-sauce joint has long been popular with the Ragu-loving masses. Plastic cups of 75-cent wine are handed out by the host, keeping the throngs filling Palermo's small sidewalk patio happy until a table opens up. Inside this local favorite, the atmosphere is cramped and loud, with boisterous groups spaced among quieter couples on dinner-and-a-movie dates. Servers appear almost instantly to take drink orders and serve up free slivers of house pizza.
User Reviews
CSMobileUser
March 09, 2009
This by far has been the best place, not just the best italian food but the service was so good. I would recommend this to everyone. And the owner Tony is so nice, this was our first time going and we were leaving he told us to sit back down and when we went back the waitress came we dessert and said "Tony said 'you must have dessert and it's on the house.'" We will definately go back with out a doubt. And the prices are worth for what the BIG portions they give
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asp811
June 28, 2008
The first time I went to Parlermos they were located on Hillhurst Ave., and I was just a kid. Then they moved to their current location on Vermont and grew the business to what it is today. Its always felt like home and their food has remained consistent over time. The "Special Pizza" is my favorite, it comes with a bit of everything (including anchovies) and a couple of slices go a long way. I also recommend ordering any of their pastas "baked." I mean if you're already eating there, what's a couple of more calories between friends? They also have a full bar in back in case you need a cocktail. Everyone works hard there, no stand around modeling from the crew. Everyone is busy doing something, trying to get you seated, bringing you water, your order, checking up on you, etc... The place is good for large parties, birthdays, and kids. Its also a favorite of the local police department and you often see uniformed personnel there. They have valet parking in the back but it fills up quickly. I often have to find parking in the surrounding streets, which I have always found to be safe. The area has grown quickly and there's lots of activity from the nearby movie theater and other dining locales, so budget another 15 to 20 minutes to find parking.
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photostylist
June 27, 2008
By far the best Italian food anywhere. Best service. These people are like family members you actually like. We just moved to WA. and are missing you.
read full reviewThe Details on Palermo Italian Restaurant
Parking:
Meters on Vermont can be sparse, so use the valet or the metered lots behind the buildings just east of Vermont.
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Restaurant Special Features:
Local Favorite, Lunch Spot, Late Night Dining, Outdoor Dining
