Carbone's approachable cousin, serving cult-favorite spicy rigatoni & classic Italian-American comfort food. Great for lunch, happy hour, or a casual bite.
PARM offers a more approachable and wallet-friendly version of the acclaimed Carbone experience, serving up fan-favorite dishes like the spicy rigatoni. Customers can enjoy classic Italian-American comfort food, including a well-regarded chicken parmesan and Caesar salad. Don't miss the surprisingly delicious buffalo cucumber appetizer for a unique start to your meal.
PARM is known for its Italian-American cuisine, with several dishes receiving high praise. The spicy rigatoni is frequently compared to Carbone's and highly recommended. Other popular choices include chicken parmesan, Caesar salad, and garlic bread. Some diners have noted disappointment with specific dishes like the Thanksgiving sandwich and have expressed concerns about food quality consistency.
"Customers frequently recommend the spicy rigatoni, often comparing it favorably to Carbone's version. The chicken parmesan, Caesar salad, turkey sandwich, mozzarella sticks with vodka sauce, and baked ziti are also popular choices."
Overall, customer sentiment leans positive, with many recommending the restaurant for its Italian-American fare and casual atmosphere. However, some recent feedback suggests a decline in food quality and consistency across different locations.
Important Note
Some recent reviews indicate a decline in food quality and consistency, with specific complaints about overcooked dishes and disappointing Thanksgiving sandwiches. The FIDI location has also received negative feedback regarding food quality.
"Buffalo Cucumber from Parm is mentioned."
Positive"This user acknowledged that Parm has good happy hour drink prices but prefers a place where food can also be ordered during happy hour."
Neutral"In response to a negative review, this user defended Parm, stating they still have the best roast beef sandwich and good happy hour drink prices."
Positive"This user stated that Parm is 'pretty lousy now'."
Negative"Parm is recommended, specifically mentioning that the bar offers happy hour and the full menu."
Positive"This commenter suggests Parm for those who want a more sit-down sandwich experience."
Positive"This commenter suggests Parm for those who want a more sit-down sandwich experience."
Positive"The author suggests that takeout is available from Parm, even mentioning delivery to an apartment."
Positive"The author has not experienced issues with walking into Parm without a reservation."
Positive"This user felt that Parm, while previously good, has declined and now uses frozen food."
Negative"The author states that their experience at the Mulberry Street Parm location was satisfactory for rigatoni, comparing it to Carbone, though generally considers Parm a passing, not exceptional, dining experience."
Neutral"The author claims Parm's dish does not contain vodka."
Negative"Following a previous negative experience, the author reiterates that Parm's food has been consistently disappointing across multiple locations."
Negative"The author argues that the spicy vodka pasta at Parm is comparable to Carbone's, while also downplaying Carbone's overall quality."
Neutral"The author had a negative experience at Parm, citing cold chicken and greasy spicy rigatoni, and advises looking elsewhere."
Negative"The author states Parm's spicy rigatoni is similar to Carbone's but not as good, noting the pasta at Carbone was cooked better."
Negative"This user simply recommended Parm."
Positive"This user also received Parm's Thanksgiving sandwich cold and, while they enjoyed it, suggested asking for the bread to be toasted if they were to order it again."
Neutral"In response to a comment about Parm's Thanksgiving sandwich being cold, the author expressed surprise and indicated they might reconsider their choice if cold sandwiches are standard, unless it's a simple turkey sandwich."
Neutral"This user purchased Parm's Thanksgiving sandwich for nearly $23 after tax and found it to be cold, consisting of turkey, stuffing, and bread, which was unexpected for a hot sandwich."
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