Italian-American comfort food, known for killer sandwiches & pasta dishes. Think Carbone-level flavor, but more accessible.
This Italian-American spot offers a comforting and familiar dining experience, often drawing comparisons to more upscale establishments like Carbone for certain dishes. It's known for its solid sandwiches and classic pasta offerings, making it a reliable choice for both casual lunches and dinners. While some recent reviews suggest a decline in quality, many patrons still find it a worthwhile stop for its accessible Italian comfort food.
The restaurant serves Italian-American cuisine, with highlights including sandwiches, pasta dishes like spicy rigatoni, calamari, and mozzarella sticks. While many dishes receive positive mentions, some recent reviews have noted disappointment with specific items like the chicken parm and Thanksgiving sandwich, with some suspecting a decline in overall quality.
"Highly recommended dishes include their spicy rigatoni (often compared to Carbone's), turkey sandwiches, baked ziti, and mozzarella sticks."
Customer sentiment is mixed, with many praising classic Italian-American dishes and sandwiches. However, some recent feedback indicates a decline in food quality and consistency across locations.
Important Note
Some recent reviews suggest a decline in food quality and consistency, with specific mentions of overcooked dishes and disappointing Thanksgiving sandwiches.
"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."
Negative
