Restaurant PALMA located in the heart of Griffintown, offers a unique experience that immerses all the senses through refined taste, bespoke mixology and unparalleled ambiance.
Palma offers a chic, high-energy dining and nightlife experience with a vibrant atmosphere, stylish décor, and a club-like vibe that many reviews describe as perfect for a night out. The food frequently earns praise for freshness and variety, with standout items including sushi, crispy tuna, rock shrimp, lobster dumplings, filet mignon, and a memorable tomahawk, plus a range of delicious starters and seafood options. Cocktails and wine get positive mentions as well, though some diners note that certain dishes or desserts don’t always match the price. Service is described as warm, attentive, and efficient by many, but experiences vary, with occasional long waits, overbooking, and billing hiccups noted in a few visits. Palma is seen as a great spot for celebrations and group dinners as well as romantic evenings, thanks to the combination of great food, responsive staff, and the atmosphere that shifts from dinner to nightclub as the night unfolds. Prices are generally high, and some guests feel value does not always align with cost, while others regard the overall experience as worth it, with reservations recommended to minimize crowding.
I like the sushi, & the salad in the menu, also the ambiance is cool; however the service can be away better, even at the bar they don't fill up your glass of water during the time you are there
We had an awesome time there saturday night! Vibes were great & service was impeccable. Our waitress Patty really had a great energy & made sure we didn't miss anything all evening long.
Came by on a Sunday night. Great ambiance, service was excellent. From start to finish. Everyone was very friendly & professional. Lorianne was a great bartender as well as Alisha; great cocktails, they took good care of me as well as Troy at the entrance. I'll be back for sure, might have to become a Sunday tradition.
Expérience mitigée au Palma. Invitée dans un groupe de 17, on nous a imposé un menu table d'hôte à 120 $ minimum par personne, sans avertissement. La nourriture était correcte, sans plus. À la fin, un pourboire de 20 % a été automatiquement ajouté par tête. Manque de transparence évident.
Jun 28, 2025
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We had a fantastic evening at Palma in Montréal. The space is beautiful, chic, vibrant, & perfect for a night out. Every dish we tried was delicious, from the fresh sashimi & burrata to the perfectly cooked steak. The cocktails? Top-notch. Creative, balanced, & definitely part of the experience.
It's definitely on the pricier side, but the quality of food, presentation, & atmosphere make it worth it. Great service too. Perfect for a date night or a celebration with friends
Je suis allé manger au Palma hier soir. J'ai adoré mon expérience & j'ai été agréablement servi par le serveur Harold. Il était très professionnel & sympathique. La nourriture était très bonne & l'ambiance est une des meilleurs à Montréal. Je conseille Palma fortement.
Sabrina & Jacob were nothing short of excellent. Patient & attentive for our party of 8, & made sure we had a phenomenal time. Thank you, we'll be back!
Expérience incroyable au restaurant Palma! 🌟 Le service était exceptionnel, surtout grâce à Harold, qui a rendu notre soirée mémorable avec son attention & sa gentillesse. Je recommande vivement ce restaurant & je remercie Harold pour un service impeccable. À refaire sans hésitation!
Palmas been my go to for years!! I specifically always ask to be served by Harold !!! You got to try Palma & ask to be served by Harold he's simply going to give you the time you deserve!!
Had an okay experience. Was really looking forward to it, but didn't fully meet expectations. Beautiful place, amazing atmosphere, but food, pricing, & service aren't as great. The food was pretty good, but nothing special, especially for the prices, my biggest complaint is not being told a bottle of water is $9…flat water…they don't even charge that in Europe, it's actually not legal most places in Canada. Sure 4-5 I guess but 9 & not being told that was ridiculous. The service was also mediocre. Watched our service chat with her friends while waiting on her to order, get boxes, order another drink, & the bill…Not the most for friendly, didn't do service checks, & at the end asked for what tip percentage. What? Been to hundreds of restaurants & never had them put in the tip percentage. Was so uncomfortable, especially given her service was so so. Was nice to try, but not set on coming back
I came for my friend's birthday party. Overall, my experience was okay.
The negatives :
- The music was waaaaaay too loud & it was really difficult to hear conversations with friends
- 20$-24$ for cocktails... Is a choice 🥲
- My server was really nice. HOWEVER, they explained that the reason my Udon Noodles Short Ribs took too long was because they put it as a'main dish', while the rest of my friends got their entree for the Table d'Hôte. Althought understandable, one of my friend who came after me got their meal before I did : it was the Udon Noodles Truffle Mushroom, which was basically the same food different font. It's kinda confusing why we didn't have it at the same time, mais bon.
The positives :
- My food was good, but the truffle noodles are better than the short ribs in my opinion
- I love the design of the restaurant
- Despite receiving my food late, the service was still great & my server was nice.
I'd say it's a restaurant you'd want to come for the ✨aesthetic✨, but I will come back for the Truffle noodles, they're 100% worth the try!
