Pala

I love the people that run this place and more importantly the food they make. Everything is fresh, fresh, fresh. Tasty and the wine list is impressive. The atmosphere reminds me of one of my favorite places in Italy, relaxed and a lot of good food. The prices are fair and the appetizers are worth trying as well. They do excellent fritti this side of the Atlantic! Pros: Pizza appetizers, clean bathroom, wine Cons: Sometimes slow service by NY standards, make reservation for groups 8 or more more

Felt like a mix between Rome and NYC - fantastic! Amazing pizza and salads. Service was a bit slow, but still friendly. Very cool atmosphere - perfect for dinner outside on a hot summer night. Highly recommended. Pros: atmosphere, food more

As residents, my BF and I try LES establishments with frequency and open minds. We were attracted by PALA's breezy open-air garage doors. Our server refused to give us eye contact while rattling off a snobby, lifeless presentation of PALA crust preparation (25 MINUTE COOKING TIME). A mozzarella-stuffed zucchini flower appetizer was actually 4 shriveled, oily bricks -- $10. A $6 glass of wine was a pathetic pour. and then, there's the pizza. it's a tall order to SCREW UP a classic margherita pizza -- but this was a mess. the crust PALA touts as their selling point is absolutely miserable. the sauce had no flavor. and the bill after all of this? $70 FOR 2 PEOPLE FOR DINNER. The manager, typical machissimo italian businessman, sat outside with his chef scowling and smoking -- an uncomfortable dining experience. NOT WORTH YOUR TIME AND MONEY. Pros: cool garage doors Cons: BAD PIZZA, BAD SERVICE, EXPENSIVE more

The filling Roman-style pies can be split amongst your group without breaking the bank. You'll only need a couple slices to tide you over. You'll really want more, though--especially the Umbriaca/Umbrica (?)... so so tasty. Space is slightly boring though, and you'll come across a wait unless you luck out. Pros: pizza more

I just want to say that this place is absolutely phenomenal. I vouch 100%. Great Pizza! I had their special which was funghi (mushrooms) and prosciutto. It was amazing, and they serve you in generous portions. The antipasti was also great (They handle it REALLY well on the eggplant, and the zuchini isn't bad either). Great staff, great service, enjoy this place! more

We had the Zucca and fresh mozarella pizza. Pizza was great, fresh high quality ingredients. Great wine selection too. Try the sparkling red lambrusca. more