Kyra lopez
La Palina was a very family oriented place that me and my boyfriend had went to as our car was getting repaired nearby! I enjoyed the penne vodka, a garden salad and the pistachio ice cream! The service was great we came around the time where there was no rush by the time we left there were families there for Sunday dinner! The owners were very attentive and had a lovely sense of humor as well as the waiters! The food was very good I never have a bad experience with Italian signature meals my boyfriend had the chicken Parmigiana which was very crisp and the sauce was so flavorful as well! I’d come back for Sunday dinner and enjoy a nice cocktail as encouraged by the waiters! 10/10 experience
… moreAnthony Baglio
Haven’t been here since I was a kid. Everything was excellent!!!!!! Food was amazing. Service was great. Not too many places like this anymore where you feel welcomed and like family. Prices are also very reasonable for the quality and portions. Can’t wait to visit again.
… moreSteakEm All
Nice local Italian restaurant without going out to Manhattan. Kids are always happy and the service is friendly and fast. Love the fried zucchini they serve on the side! Chicken parmigiana, the penne with broccoli rabe and sausage and lemon chicken are always a hit.
… moreDebra Gorman
I can’t give enough positive feedback about La Palina. If I could give 10 stars I would. While visiting my daughter I wanted some authentic Italian food and found this place one mile from her home. The minute you walk in it was like being with family. The staff (possible owners?) are so attentive, funny and kind. The food is better than my mom’s and my naunie’s (sorry mom) which I didn’t think was possible. The prices are fantastically fair for the quality and portions given. We started with the calamari which was fresh, delicious & perfect. We ordered 2 meatballs (I wanted to try everything), chicken parm and linguine Alfredo. All were THE BEST I have EVER had. No one makes meatballs like my mom used to and they were better! The chicken was tender and delicious. The red sauce, drinkable. The Alfredo sauce to die for. The BEST. The Italian bread and garlic bread… fabulous! We made a reservation. The place was packed. Vibe was old school, Italian music, buzzing with laughter and chatter. We will be back every time I visit my daughter.
… moreH L
Excellent food. Best pork chop I’ve ever had. You have to try their pork chop it’s amazing. Sauce is very fresh and tasty on the pasta dishes. Even the free garlic bread is amazing. They seem to get packed so you need a reservation. The staff is fast and friendly.
… moreFoodstaham
Good place for parties. Family style menu. Service was good. Cappuccino was nice! Wine and beer were decent.
Tiny valet parking lot next to the restaurant.
… moreMaria
Classic Italian restaurant.
I was expecting a bit more from the atmosphere but it is just an old school place.
Food is great and that is the most important factor. Service is great as well.
I had grilled salmon with spinach , so delicious, and my daughter got grilled shrimps with salad.
We enjoyed the food.
This place is more for older crowd, we were the youngest ones in the whole place.
… moreEd Flores
I have been coming here 20 years + and it never disappoints. Everything I have tried is delicious fresh and is made with care. Every bite is like a hug. My favorite dish has to be the shrimp Oreganata. I alternate with the filet of sole oregenata. Anything oreganata!! I would probably eat a shoe from this place if it was oreganata. My wife gets the veal spiedini which is perfectly made. It is a great experience. They treat you like family. When you order an espresso they bring the bottle of Sambuca without even asking and they don’t bring you glass of sambuca with an espresso bean when you just want a little pour. This is my favorite Italian restaurant in a borough that is filled with great Italian restaurants
… morekorra dale
An excellent overall experience! The atmosphere (4 stars) was great, and even with standard food and service (3 stars), the total package felt like 5 stars to me.
… moreRichard Mauro Ricchiuti
UPDATE…081823, came for a visit and food and service wonderful. Carlos was great. ORIGINAL…One of the great neighborhood Italian mainstays. I love coming back to Brooklyn and having a real Italian meal here!
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