La Palapa

Average User Rating

Perfect

About La Palapa

La Palapa combines authentic Mexican home cooking with a festive bar and a warm and friendly atmosphere which makes for the perfect place to dine or celebrate any occasion! We specialize in "Mexico City style" tacos and quesadillas and regional home cooking. Our menu includes such dishes as Tacos al Pastor, Mole Negro Oaxaquen, Salsa Pibil and many other specialties from different regions of Mexico. Our Margaritas are all made with fresh juices and are delicious, especially when you add house made hibiscus aqua fresca and a chile-piquin salted rim! We have many flavors ...from the traditional fresh lime to mango, blood-orange, ginger, tamarind, wild blueberry and more! Refreshing mexican beer cocktails, such as the Michelada and the Chelada are even given special attention at La Palapa. We also have an extensive tequila selection, cocktail and beer menu. La Palapa is available for catering on or off premise. We specialize in creating menus for private parties and events.

Quick Facts

Cuisine: Mexican
Accepts Credit Card: Yes
Parking: N/A

Atmosphere: N/A
Take Reservations: Yes
Serves Alcohol: N/A
Smoking Allowed:No

User Reviews for La Palapa

food		“...The staff was really helpful, we were a big group and we got a good table so that was a good start. I had the red wine sangria which was pretty good... “...Stylish Mexican restaurant in the heart of the East Village. Portions aren't huge for the price, but are decently tasty... “...We went out for my friend's birthday dinner Saturday night and saw 2 or 3 other birthday dinners there, sweetened by the restaurant bringing trays of champagne flutes for the whole table... “...Hands down the BEST Mexican in the city.Menu is innovative authentic, not Tex Mex with cheddar jack overload... “...Big bonus: My partner and I just discovered theire $10 Sangria Pitcher Sundays! This will now be a regular post-church event for us :-) The pitchers look small but aren't ladden with too much ice like a lot of places... “...Agree on the Sunday Sangria, and menu creativity, not to mention large portions. But the quality of the food was so-so...
ambiance		“...Life feels relaxed-when you enter this St. Marks place cocina... “..."Uhmmm.... “...Great and fun place for a small group. Food is creative...
service		“... Defeats the purpose of making the effort. Dinner and service was superb, so that made up for it...
value		“...I went to La Palapa on a Thursday night and the bar was low key and inviting. Great staff! All were super upbeat and friendly... “...Great place! On Sundays, you can get a pitcher of sangria for $10 (the regular price for a sangria is $8, so this is a steal.) Try the guacamole and ...
drinks		“.... the drinks are great as well... “...everything is solid. Good drinks too... “... Though it was crowded, the hostess got us seated quickly which was great! I l. But the drinks and the service made up for it! Reservations recommended... “... It's located in a fun area and have been here several times with a group and it al. They are very accommodating and their drinks are pretty great too... “... It's such a beautiful space, the servers are professional and what you expect from good server in Manhattan, the food quality is excellent, they make great drinks, have a good wine selection and their prices are reasonable and the atmosphere is amazing - gorgeous actually...
chips		“... Al fresco dining welcomes you as you walk into a lively bar scene, where patrons are sipping margaritas and noshing on zesty salsa and tortilla chips... “... I got a side of green beans and there was more of it than the quesadilla. chips and guacamole were good (pretty hard to mess up)... “... The waiters brought chips and guacamole to the table that we didn't even order which came to a whopping 27 dollars. I would visit again but would be m... “... They also did away with the complimentary chips and salsa, which is disappointing. Call in advance for reservations because this place gets packed on...
menu		“... My bartender was prompt, fresh, and helpful. She was extremely informative on the bar menu, happy hour, and food menu with a ton of specials... “... Atmosphere was "festive" like it says on the menu (which included a good variety of tacos, small plates, and entrees), but it can get hard to hear once the restaurant hits peak dinner time... “...I ate at La Palapa last night and I had probably the best service ive ever had, my waitress was so knowledgeable about the menu and gave great recommendations... “...menu is innovative authentic, not Tex Mex with cheddar jack overload. I have been here several times, and enjoyed every vegetarian-friendly item on t...

All Reviews for La Palapa

Anonymous

December 05, 2011

Food

10

Decor

10

Service

10

So let me begin by mentioning I normally do not give my opinon on places. How to start? Recently, on a trip I visited La Palapa in Manhattan. So I am from Paris but have been to NY a ton of instances. My spouse and I enjoy the uniqueness of dining establishments. I thought La Palapa to generally be stylish completely, from the style through the appearance. The staff in that restaurant was really pleasant! The hospitality was spectacular. The entrees showed up very quick. One of my personal problems would be the preso was not that remarkable. The idea was good however failed to offer you that amaze feeling. The very good quality together with amount of food was basically fine. All in all Brilliant food! My wife and I had a terrific night! So refreshing with there being so many N.Y. dining establishments that are bad. Go right now before the buzz becomes ridiculous.

Overall Rating

10

"Perfect"