Palomar emerges in reviews as a seafood-forward spot that blends a lively market vibe with dining, featuring a standout raw bar, a broad selection of oysters, frequent mentions of mussels and calamari, and the option to pick a fish at a counter and have it grilled or prepared to order. Dishes like gravlax, tuna tartare, and various grilled fish receive particular praise, with many noting the freshness and thoughtful preparation, while some visits mention that portions or pricing can be on the small side or that service can be inconsistent during peak times. The ambiance is described as cozy yet energetic, with a terrace that many enjoy and a staff described as friendly, attentive, and professional. The overall impression across reviews is that Palomar offers a memorable seafood experience with high quality, a unique market-to-table concept, and strong value for seafood lovers who want to explore fresh catches and inventive preparations.
Have yet to dine at the restaurant, but my go to place for all fish & seafood. Coolest fishmonger in town with their dried & aged fish. Quality cannot be beat.
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Absolutely loved my meal at Palomar! Simone & the team were warm & welcoming, & the service was spot-on. The raw bar is exceptional, fresh, beautifully presented, & bursting with flavor. The ambiance is cozy yet vibrant, making it a standout spot for seafood lovers. Highly recommend! Can't wait to return.
If you go for fresh fish & other sea food amazing selection & they prepare it really well just for me it was missing a little flavour plus I took the tuna burger I'm a big burger fan & was super disappointed being in a high end seafood restaurant the president choice burger at maxi taste better it needs a little work on it to elevate the flavour profile
Wonderful experience in Jean Talon market. This place seems to be very popular, the tables were almost never empty. The drinks (innovative cocktails) were very tasty & the food was fresh & made with love. Frito mixto was an amazing mix of seafood & fish & the sauces that came with them were perfectly complimenting the food.
Jul 18, 2024
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We ordered eggs Benedict with crab & the sea food cornet. The quality of the food was alright. The bechamel sauce was cold by the time it got to the table & the seafood was a bit overcooked. After ordering, our drinks came after 25 & the food came another 20 minutes after that. After our plates were picked up by another waiter, the waitress spent the better part of the 20 minutes talking it up to her colleague before going to see another table & passing the buck to another colleague to take the bill, because she knew the service was bad. In the end it's a tourist trap. It's darned shame too, because the concept of a seafood brunch is cool. The breakfast cocktails were really good.
This seafood restaurant is very special for making unique seafood dishes: fish sausages, seafood bacons & hamon, etc. Definitely worth trying. It's also a delicatessen so you can pick up ready-to-eat food to take home if you want. Worth trying
There's a lot to like about this restaurant - there's fresh seafood & the cooked dishes are quite interesting (like the Oscar Benedict which I loved), but it doesn't get full score only because their service is painfully slow. They may be understaffed or their ops aren't tied down but either way expect to wait around 15-20 min for even your drinks to arrive. Otherwise it's got lots of promise!
Dec 17, 2023
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Loved this seafood place. The raw bar is great, had the oysters, fresh & yummy. Had the half lobster, great presentation & delicious 😋 🤩 great service 🤠😁 for sure going back soon.
