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.
Harold made our dining experience fantastic! He was kind, attentive, & made sure we had everything we needed. His positive attitude & great service really stood out. Next time you're at Palma be sure to ask for Harold !!
Question de pourboire les serveurs(e) devraient être plus respectueux & polis envers leurs clients.Accepter le pourboire offert & ne pas trop argumenter. Le client a toujours raison même s'il n'a pas raison.
It was my second time at Palma*. I really love the place is beautiful, the vibe is so nice, I love the music. We came for drinks & had the Short ribs Udon which was so tasty & compared to what I thought seeing the plate the portion was okay once eaten, wouldn't mind some more noodles tho haha.
I asked for an espresso martini but with a Irish cream like liqueur & it was perfect !
Great place & very nice staff !
Nous avions de haute attente car on avait entendu parlé en bien. Par contre, nous avons été déçu. Serveuse absente, ce qui a donné un service long. Les services de boissons ne concordaient pas avec les services de nourriture. Le service est bas de gamme, on s'attendait à un degré supérieur. La nourriture était bonne mais sans plus.
Feb 28, 2025
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Un souper exceptionnel, un Samedi soir dans Griffintown !! Morue Noire delicieuse, côté levé imbattable, gnocchis au boeuf Wagu.......tout était PARFAIT! Super service, avec le sourire & ambiance de feu! Nous allons y retourner & je le recommande fortement!
The food is fine. It's not excellent or extraordinary. The quality is not worth the price tho. As for the service, same thing. It was definitely just fine.
Jan 26, 2025
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It was rather quiet as I was a early bird still the music was good. The spring roll exceeded my expectations. The sparkling water was my request & was not forced to me. I had a mocktail to accompany my meal.
Nous sommes allés fêter une amie. C'était ma première fois dans cet endroit... & probablement la dernière. Dès notre arrivée, nous étions six, mais on nous a placés à une table prévue pour quatre personnes. Il n'y avait même pas assez de place pour tout le monde. Après de longues discussions & beaucoup d'insistance, ils ont fini par ajouter une table. Pourtant, la réservation avait été faite plus de deux semaines à l'avance. La soirée semblait déjà mal partie. Une nouvelle barmaid était en poste ce soir-là, & nous avons dû retourner trois cocktails qui étaient tout simplement mal faits. Ensuite, un plat principal a également dû être retourné, car il semblait qu'ils avaient littéralement renversé tout le sel dans l'assiette. À chaque interaction, la serveuse nous donnait l'impression que nous étions dérangeants, ce qui a rendu l'expérience encore plus désagréable. De plus, des jeunes en jogging entouraient notre table, ce qui ne correspondait pas du tout à l'ambiance qu'on espérait. Les prix étaient exorbitants pour ce qu'on a reçu. Honnêtement, le service, la nourriture & l'organisation laissent vraiment à désirer. Cependant, je dois reconnaître que l'endroit est magnifique, & certains cocktails (quand bien faits) étaient excellents. Malgré cela, je n'y retournerai pas. Une énorme déception.
Way too much people to handle make service slow.. also food might be better been the 3x for diner & was disappointed all 3 times but the sushies are great.. music & atmosphere are amazing but food is 6.5 to 7/10 & i think they serve way too much people at the time for what they can handle sadly. But its still a good place with a great vibe for ambiance
Maralago vibes, not my scene at all, a friend invited me & paid the very hefty bill. We got the seafood tower, REAAAALLY good! My old fashion was alright.
Jan 22, 2025
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This spot has great cocktails & music. The food is also very good, we got the sushi & we were pleasantly surprised ! Great for a night out with friends.
The food here is expensive, but I'd say it's quite worth it. Usually at higher end restaurants, the portions are so small you kind of have to decide if the experience was worth it, because you can't judge it based on food alone. However, here, they actually feed you a decent portion while providing high quality dishes which are presented well. We had the tasting menu & each dish was served just as we were finishing the previous one. Service was effective & friendly. The interior of the restaurant was very nice & the music being played by the DJ was great. My only suggestion would be that around prime dinner time, the music should be a bit quieter such that diners can easily converse with each other. I'd definitely recommend this restaurant to anyone looking for excellent Asian-American fusion cuisine.
