Reviews for Palermo Italian Restaurant in San Jose, CA
Came in on a Sunday night about an hour before closing and were seated quickly. About a few minutes after getting seated and... served some complimentary bread and water, we were told the table we were seated at was reserved and we're asked if we couldrelocate. Since the server asked nicely and let us know the situation, we didn't complain. The food was pretty good overalland the ambiance was pretty laid back but the service was a bit slow in terms of gaps between getting water refills or gettingthe dessert order or bill at the end. Pictured are the burrata, calamari, beef tortellini soup, spaghetti and meatballs,fettuccine porcini, ravioli meat sauce, panna cotta, and affogato. Would definitely come back to try more food since it's anice little spot for Italian food in San Jose. Read more
Neighborhood Italian restaurant has been at this location for a long time but we never know until lately. First, I was surprised... the location so close to the power line. Food wise, I have better. ???? maybe it’s not the type of restaurants we go to. Read more
Met up with an old work friend for lunch at his suggestion. We haven't seen each other for a little over two years due to the... pandemic. My first time here. He has dined here quite often for a few years now. The staff was attentive and right on cue,always smiling and excellent at suggestions. They would do anything to please the customer. The food was delicious, I was notexpecting to be so Wow'd! I enjoyed Spaghetti Putanesca with a generous helping of large shrimp and a nice dusting of parmesancheese. My friend had an amazing looking bowl of spaghetti with meat sauce and two meatballs (sorry I wasn't able to snap apicture of his plate). He did say it was delicious. We ended our meal with coffees and a most amazing Raspberry Panna Cotta,silky smooth. I can't wait to dine here again! NOTE: parking is directly across the street from the restaurant, although it islimited. You will be smarter to park at their alternate parking area which is located on the same side of the street as therestaurant heading East a block or so. It's located in the former Orchard Hardware site. ENJOY! Read more
So this place is very unusual!! Very much in a good way. When you walk in the host staff are super friendly and greet you with a... big smile. We did go on a Sunday night near closing time and it wasn’t so busy. Walking in the interior design of the place isa bit wacky lol. I think that’s probably the only minus in my dining experience. The waiter was super fun, friendly, and verypatient with my vegetarian bf who basically requested the chef to practically alter the entire dish he ordered. The restaurantwas very flexible and I really appreciate that. They even have an exclusive “vegan” menu which I think is a very nicegesture for customers who need to search for vegan options in a vast menu. I in the on the other hand was craving some seafoodthat night so I went with the seafood option which was Aaaaaa-mazing. I will say they barely added salt to my dish so I did haveto add some salt to get it to the right flavor. I guess it’s kind of nice that they care about the salt intake. My bf orderedan Alfredo fettuccine with some mixed vegetables. He too had to add some salt but was very please with the flavor of hismeal. I loved how we had our own little fire next to us. It felt very rustic and romantic. I highly recommend this place!!There is also free parking which I have absolutely no complaints on either :). Read more
My visit about a week ago was very great, I thoroughly enjoyed the Italian food offered here at this restaurant. It is the best... Italian food I have ever eaten. I highly recommend coming to this restaurant if you are living or visiting the area. Read more
Nice decor, large space, friendly service! Liked the pizza, fluffy crust, flavorful, tasty. The veal was tough, unfortunately.... The lobster ravioli and pasta also were average. Read more
This is a great restaurant with awesome service. We came in and were seated outside where there’s umbrellas, patio... heaters(that weren’t lit) and a roof over the outdoor dining. The food was awesome, except for the portion sizes. They’repretty tiny, my lamb chop dish only came with 2 small lamb chops… The specialty cocktails were awesome along with my chocolatecake for dessert ???????? **Not sure if price tag justifies the experience The location of this restaurant is horrible,there’s a giant power line over the building, and there’s a homeless encampment in the river behind the restaurant. Read more
Great Italian food! My husband and I have been here for a few times (sometimes with friends, sometimes with family)!!! We love... their food (pizza and spaghetti)!!! I love how I can “customize” the type of noodle (and my favorite is angel hair). I lovetheir cheese too!!! Their seafood spaghetti is super yummy! Great environment!!! One of our San Jose go-to Italianplaces!! Highly recommend it!!! (My food with my game - Pikmin Bloom) AR pictures! Read more