Pa'La Downtown

4.7

173 Reviews

$31 to $50

International

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2 people

30 Dec 2024

19:00

Booked 22 times today

Experiences are available.

Good for special occasions
Great for live music
Great for fine wines

Pa’La means “for-the…” and it is forged in a passion to deliver food and wine that is inherently approachable and human to our community of people.
Drawing from coastal cultures of the Mediterranean and South America, ingredients are sourced locally with wild caught seafood, organic grains, and vegetables.
We created a wine program that complements the seasonality of our menu.
Focusing on organic, sustainably farmed, and high-quality products; curating a list of 300 labels, most accessible to all, and representing 15 countries, from the coastal Mediterranean, Europe, to the American continent.
Our draft beers are exclusively selected from local hand crafted breweries.
It is Pa’ La’s commitment to bring a unique and unforgettable experience to the people of Phoenix and beyond.

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Additional information

Dining style
Casual Elegant
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
International, Mediterranean, Japanese
Hours of Operation
Tue–Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Sun 5:00 pm–9:00 pm
Phone number
(602) 368-3052
Website
http://palakitchen.com/intro/downtown/
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Smart Casual
Executive Chef
Jason Alford
Private party facilities
For Private Event please reach out:events@palakitchen.com

Location
132 E Washington St, Phoenix, AZ 85004-2341
Area
Downtown Phoenix
Cross Street
2nd St / Washington st
Parking details
We validate parking at two locations, both for 2 hours. They are at the Bank of America building on the corner of 2nd Street and Washington, and Block 23 which is in front of our restaurant on Washington Street. 201 N. 1st Street Phoenix, AZ 85004 Phone: 602-254-6514
Additional
Gluten-free Options, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Vegan

Experiences

Cellar Area
Multiple dates available
Upstairs romantic seating. Away from the Jazz band
Downstairs Bar
Multiple dates available
Our comfortable bar area is right next to our main floor bar, enjoy dinner in a comfortable green leather chair, around a beautiful copper-topped round table.
Main Dining Room
Multiple dates available
Our beautiful main dining room with our open kitchen and the wood-fire oven is ready for you. Our chalk board displays our daily specials between 2 beautiful pictures of Sorrento in the Amalfi coast.

OlivesUS$10.00
smoked chili almonds + oregano + EVOO
Pickled Spanish anchovies*US$13.00
crackers
Kurobuta pork bellyUS$18.00
sour plum BBQ + pickled root vegetables
AZ Copper State bone marrowUS$19.00
caramelized onions + grilled unagi
AZ Copper State beef tartare*US$24.00
squid ink milk bread + red pepper
Woodfired octopusUS$24.00
artichokes + controne beans + smoked sweet pepper
Fresh Burrata*US$22.00
prosciutto di Parma + saffron honey + dates + pecan

Salad

Little Gem LettuceUS$19.00
goddess dressing + pistachio + pecorino
BeetrootUS$19.00
shallot + Oregonzola + dried cherry + walnut + yuzu thyme dressing

Seafood

Wild U10 shrimp*US$29.00
garlic chile ginger + togarashi + lemon + EVOO
Scallops*US$39.00
speck + green apple wasabi + celeriac miso
MusselsUS$29.00
Iberico chorizo + tomato + crustacean dashi + grilled sourdough
Miso Black CodUS$42.00
warm spinach + soubise + ancient grains
Whole wood-fired fish

Meat

Iberico pork tenderloin* (6oz)US$56.00
koji + kimchi + Ayocote beans
Argentine skirt steak* (8oz)US$56.00
honey tamari balsamic glaze
AZ Copperstate N.Y. strip* (10oz)US$68.00
tomato ponzu aioli
AZ Copperstate prime ribeye* (14oz)US$78.00
nori bordelaise
Mountain River venison cutlets* (6oz)US$54.00
pear gochujang + pickled radish

Vegetables

Japanese sweet potatoUS$13.00
cilantro + Aleppo chili crunch
ArtichokesUS$14.00
black garlic + sheeps milk feta + sourdough focaccia
Shishito peppersUS$14.00
ponzu butter + bonito flakes
Crispy Brussels SproutsUS$16.00
Japanese mustard vinaigrette + bonito flakes
Spanish Piquillo peppersUS$13.00
oregano + controne pepper + EVOO

Cocktails

Green ViperUS$17.00
El Guel Mezcal + piment d'espelette + pistachio + lime juice
NoirUS$17.00
Iwai 45 Whisky + Merletetti vermouth + squid ink
CarajilloUS$17.00
Corcel reposado Tequila + Licor 43 + espresso
Rhythm of the nightUS$17.00
Roxx Vodka + cucumber + turmeric + basil
Heaven's doorUS$17.00
Craftsman Modern Gin + elderflower + Rosé + tonic
VitacuraUS$17.00
Pisco + blackberry + blueberry + lime juice

N/A Libations

Phony NegroniUS$17.00
St. Agrestis, Brooklyn, New-York
MayrakiUS$16.00
orange, lime, guava, ginger

Local Draft Beers

Light lagerUS$10.00
Pa'La Light, Huss brewery
LagerUS$10.00
Crispy, The shoppe
Hazy IPAUS$10.00
Church music, Juicy IPA, The shoppe

Beer Bottles

Dos Equis lagerUS$8.00
Michelob ultraUS$8.00
Stella artoisUS$8.00
Clausthaler N.A.US$8.00
Clausthaler dry hopped N.A.US$8.00

Sake

AzureUS$20.00
Tosatsuru prefecture, Kochi, Japan
- 6 oz carafeUS$78.00

Sparkling

ProseccoUS$16.00
Santome, Veneto, Italy NV
- btlUS$50.00
Moscato d'AstiUS$16.00
Beni di Batasiolo, Piedmont, Italy '22
- btlUS$62.00
Crémant de LimouxUS$16.00
Rosé, St Hilaire, Limoux, France NV
- btlUS$62.00
ChampagneUS$25.00
Poilvert-Jacques, NV, Champagne, France NV
- btlUS$100.00

Rosé

Grenache blendUS$16.00
Domaine Bieler, Cuvée Sabine, Provence, France '22
- btlUS$62.00

White

AlbarinhoUS$16.00
Nortico, Vinho Regional Minho, Portugal '22
- btlUS$62.00
Rhône blendUS$16.00
Côtes du Rhône "Signature", Font du Loup, Rhône, France '21
- btlUS$62.00
AssyrtikoUS$16.00
Alexakis, Crete, Greece '21
- btlUS$62.00
ChardonnayUS$16.00
Vendaval, Central Valley, Chile '21
- btlUS$62.00
Sauvignon blancUS$16.00
Jacques Dumont, Val de Loire, France '22
- btlUS$62.00
ChardonnayUS$28.00
Beaux Frères, Willamette Valley, Oregon '19
- btlUS$110.00

Red

Pinot NoirUS$16.00
Moulin de Gassac, Famille Guibert, Languedoc, France '22
- btlUS$62.00
Sangiovese blendUS$16.00
Rèmole, Toscana Rosso, Frescobaldi, Tuscany, Italy '20
- btlUS$62.00
MalbecUS$16.00
Alta Vista, Estate, Luján de Cuyo, Mendoza, Argentina '22
- btlUS$62.00
Agiorgitiko blendUS$16.00
Sofos, "The Wise One", Domaine Gioulis, Greece '22
- btlUS$62.00
Cabernet SauvignonUS$16.00
Vino de Eyzaguirre, Colchagua Valley, Chile '21
- btlUS$62.00
Cabernet SauvignonUS$19.00
Daou, Paso Robles, California
- btlUS$70.00

What 173 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.7

4.7 based on recent ratings

4.7Food
4.7Service
4.7Ambience
4.4Value

Noise • Moderate

Diners' Choice Awards

Phoenix
Healthy
Phoenix
Great for fine wines
Phoenix
Romantic
Phoenix
Good for special occasions

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Pa'La Downtown is a culinary gem in Phoenix, offering "incredible food" and "perfect service." Guests rave about its chic ambiance and unique menu, featuring standout dishes like the miso black cod and gnocchi. The staff's warmth and expertise enhance the experience, although some diners note occasional noise issues. Overall, a must-visit for exceptional dining.

173 Reviews

D
Darlene
Phoenix
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined today
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The most efficient service I’ve been provided with. Staff were extremely accommodating & friendly. Our waiter Pablo made us feel welcomed & made the night extra special for my husband’s birthday. Will definitely be coming back soon
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Hengyi
Nashville
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined 5 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Excellent food! Very special experience! Love the paccheri.
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Jeff
Chicago
22 reviews
5.0
22 reviews
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
3rd time this year…our server Pablo was on point very knowledgeable. I highly recommend and will be back in the new year
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Karina
San Diego
1 review
2.0
1 review
Dined on 22 December 2024
1. Overall 2
2. Food 3
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 5
The food was delicious but flavors were all over the place. We got anchovies and crackers, a sweet burrata plate and bison steak. The food was cooked well. Nothing that I am dying to go back for I just think the food is not my style for flavor profiles. I found the dishes to be too sweet or too acidic. The balance was off. The waiter was not attentive and might have been stretched thin. We had to wave him down to order our entrees and seemed to forget about us. Overall a check off my list but will not be going back. The jazz band was a nice touch
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Vi
Phoenix
8 reviews
5.0
8 reviews
Dined on 22 December 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
My mother and I were treated like queens, not because we are important dignitaries, but because that is the business model of this establishment. We will return, without expectation, but with confidence that it will be another exceptional experience. The venison, oh my, and yes it should be paired with the Malbec. Pablo, Jo, Gilles, Manner, and the rest of the lovely ladies that so graciously greeted us: thank you.
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Jonathan
Phoenix
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 21 December 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Amazing night at PaLa w my love. Amazing service, and the jazz musician played beautifully. Was quite an enjoyable and sensual romantic night.
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Doug
Phoenix
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on 18 December 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We love Pa'la. Had a beautiful dinner last night for my birthday. The octopus and venison, artichokes and sweet potatoes were amazing. Our server, Jo was fantastic and super fun. Phenomenal staff took remarkable care of us. We'd highly recommend Pa'la to everyone.
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Jeremy
VIP
Phoenix
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on 15 December 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Beautiful restaurant. The Jazz band that plays on the weekends is what makes this place unique. The food & drinks were exceptional. I’ll definitely be going back.
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Jennifer
Mexico City
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on 15 December 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Love Pa’La so much! Best fine dining restaurant in Phoenix in my opinion. Never had a bad experience here, food is always incredible. Brought several friends who had never been before and everyone was blown away. Great for vegetarians as well as those with dietary restrictions. We had one dairy allergy and one nut allergy and they were able to accommodate everything easily. Wine list is tops. Can’t recommend highly enough.
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Richard
VIP
Las Vegas
17 reviews
5.0
17 reviews
Dined on 14 December 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Food and service was great! We had a great time, group of four. The only downside is that you can't really hear the jazz music downstairs, they should add some small speakers.
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FAQs

Pa'La Downtown offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (602) 368-3052.

Pa'La Downtown is rated 4.7 stars by 173 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a booking

2 people

30 Dec 2024

19:00

Booked 22 times today

Experiences are available.

Order delivery or takeout

132 E Washington St, Phoenix, AZ 85004-2341

Additional information

Cross Street
2nd St / Washington st
Area
Downtown Phoenix
Hours of Operation
Tue–Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Sun 5:00 pm–9:00 pm
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
International, Mediterranean, Japanese
Dining style
Casual Elegant
Dress code
Smart Casual
Parking details
We validate parking at two locations, both for 2 hours. They are at the Bank of America building on the corner of 2nd Street and Washington, and Block 23 which is in front of our restaurant on Washington Street. 201 N. 1st Street Phoenix, AZ 85004 Phone: 602-254-6514
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive Chef
Jason Alford
Additional
Gluten-free Options, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Vegan

Website
http://palakitchen.com/intro/downtown/
Phone number
(602) 368-3052
Private party facilities
For Private Event please reach out:events@palakitchen.com

Pa'La Downtown

Make a booking

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

Cellar Area

Downstairs Bar

Main Dining Room

Tapas

OlivesUS$10.00

Pickled Spanish anchovies*US$13.00

Kurobuta pork bellyUS$18.00

AZ Copper State bone marrowUS$19.00

AZ Copper State beef tartare*US$24.00

Woodfired octopusUS$24.00

Fresh Burrata*US$22.00

Salad

Little Gem LettuceUS$19.00

BeetrootUS$19.00

Seafood

Wild U10 shrimp*US$29.00

Scallops*US$39.00

MusselsUS$29.00

Miso Black CodUS$42.00

Whole wood-fired fish

Meat

Iberico pork tenderloin* (6oz)US$56.00

Argentine skirt steak* (8oz)US$56.00

AZ Copperstate N.Y. strip* (10oz)US$68.00

AZ Copperstate prime ribeye* (14oz)US$78.00

Mountain River venison cutlets* (6oz)US$54.00

Vegetables

Japanese sweet potatoUS$13.00

ArtichokesUS$14.00

Shishito peppersUS$14.00

Crispy Brussels SproutsUS$16.00

Spanish Piquillo peppersUS$13.00

Cocktails

Green ViperUS$17.00

NoirUS$17.00

CarajilloUS$17.00

Rhythm of the nightUS$17.00

Heaven's doorUS$17.00

VitacuraUS$17.00

N/A Libations

Phony NegroniUS$17.00

MayrakiUS$16.00

Local Draft Beers

Light lagerUS$10.00

LagerUS$10.00

Hazy IPAUS$10.00

Beer Bottles

Dos Equis lagerUS$8.00

Michelob ultraUS$8.00

Stella artoisUS$8.00

Clausthaler N.A.US$8.00

Clausthaler dry hopped N.A.US$8.00

Sake

AzureUS$20.00

Sparkling

ProseccoUS$16.00

Moscato d'AstiUS$16.00

Crémant de LimouxUS$16.00

ChampagneUS$25.00

Rosé

Grenache blendUS$16.00

White

AlbarinhoUS$16.00

Rhône blendUS$16.00

AssyrtikoUS$16.00

ChardonnayUS$16.00

Sauvignon blancUS$16.00

ChardonnayUS$28.00

Red

Pinot NoirUS$16.00

Sangiovese blendUS$16.00

MalbecUS$16.00

Agiorgitiko blendUS$16.00

Cabernet SauvignonUS$16.00

Cabernet SauvignonUS$19.00

Overall ratings and reviews