Palmina By Puglia
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2500 N Palm Canyon Dr D2, Palm Springs, CA 92262
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What reviewers say
Palmina By Puglia is praised for its authentic Italian cuisine, friendly staff, and cozy atmosphere, though some guests report service and pricing issues.
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What do most reviewers say about the food quality at Palmina By Puglia?
Multiple customers highlight the authentic Italian flavors and excellent dishes, such as mushroom soup, gnocchi, pizza, spaghetti with special sauce, chicken piccata, tiramisu, and rigatoni bolognese. One review noted the carbonara lacked flavor compared to the show version, and another mentioned the wine price was high relative to market value.
Source: 7 of 8 reviews • Confidence: high (explicit mention)
How is the atmosphere and service typically described?
Guests often mention a cozy, inviting, and romantic atmosphere, with friendly and attentive staff. The executive chef, Antonelo Zito, was noted for personally visiting tables. However, one review criticized the service for being awkward, with difficulties finding reservations, language barriers, and unprofessional handling of the bill.
Source: 6 of 8 reviews • Confidence: medium-high (recurring theme with one conflict)
What are the common pricing concerns mentioned?
One review found the burrata dish overpriced at $24 and the beer and Coke Zero expensive ($10.50 and $5.50 respectively). The pizza peppone was considered slightly less overpriced at $38, but the overall impression was that some menu items were pricey compared to perceived value.
Source: 1 of 8 reviews • Confidence: low (limited evidence)
Do any reviews mention inconsistency in dining experiences?
Yes, one reviewer reported an excellent first visit followed by a disappointing second visit, citing flavor inconsistencies in carbonara and pizza, and noting the wine price as a drawback. This suggests potential inconsistency in quality.
Source: 1 of 8 reviews • Confidence: medium (specific case)
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★★★★★4.1291 reviews
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- Plus Code
- VC3X+65 Palm Springs, California
- Timezone
- America/Los_Angeles
- Google Place ID
- ChIJQe1F_z8b24ARoC2c9LUSWLI
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