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Venice - Paloma restaurant
5.9

Paloma

  • Venice
  • $$$
  • Upscale
  • Food
    great
  • Vibe
    great
  • Perks
    great

Food: Inexcusably dismal meals

Legions of foodies flock to Paloma expecting divine Mediterranean cuisine and walk away disappointed. Best of the worst are the Tuna Tartare and the Orzo Bowl with Salmon, meeting just managed adequacy. From blandness to undersized portions and downright poor value, the dishes dangerously flirt with culinary disaster. Their Mushroom Pasta, although delectable, fails to make up for other significant misses.

  • Okay Taste

    Some dishes are hits and flavorful; others miss and are mediocre.

  • Low Quality

    Cheap fatty meats, flavorless prosciutto, and cheap ingredients disappoint.

Top 3 dishes at Paloma

  1. 1

    Classic Hummus 🏆

    Delicious smoky flavor elevates this classic hummus, leaving diners satisfied.

    Classic Hummus dish
  2. 2

    Pita Bread

    Warm, fluffy, with a touch of sesame seeds, perfectly complements dips.

    Pita Bread dish
  3. 3

    Pesto Gnocchi

    The pesto sauce is creamy and rich, considered best by some.

    Pesto Gnocchi dish

Vibe: Pleasantly intoxicating atmosphere

The paradox of Paloma’s ambiance is blatant- it effortlessly sways between being an intimate date-night spot and a vibrant, photogenic buzz center. The calming, tasteful lighting echoes elegance within cozy spaces. The entertainment adds to the vitality in the form of music but one can't ignore the spiteful disappointment with overpriced and misleading drinks.

  • Great Ambiance

    Elegant, cozy ambiance with soothing atmosphere and tasteful lighting

  • Bad Drinks

    Drinks overpriced, misleading espresso martinis without alcohol cause disappointment.

Perks: Adequate service, mixed perks

Parking is as elusive as decently cooked food at Paloma, but they do make up for it with a straight-forward reservation process and a welcoming outdoor dining area. Despite the ability to accommodate groups, issues persist with service inconsistencies and their approach to dietary requirements borders on apathy. Venturing here appears to be a gamble with no guaranteed payoff.

  • Great Outdoor

    Spacious patio, inviting with heat lamps, perfect for dining outdoors.

  • Okay For Groups

    Accommodates groups well, but some dishes need better execution.

  • Hard To Park

    No parking available, only street parking and expensive valet.