Classic Italian-American eats w/ a cult-fave spicy rigatoni; a more casual, accessible Carbone alternative.
Parm offers a more accessible and casual take on Italian-American classics, often drawing comparisons to the more exclusive Carbone. It's a great spot for familiar favorites like chicken parmesan and caesar salad, and notably serves the same popular spicy rigatoni that has gained a cult following. Don't overlook their surprisingly delicious buffalo cucumber appetizer for a unique start to your meal.
Parm serves Italian-American cuisine with popular dishes like chicken parmesan, caesar salad, and a highly-regarded spicy rigatoni, often compared to Carbone's. While some customers praise these classics and unique items like the buffalo cucumber appetizer, others have recently noted a decline in food quality, with specific complaints about overcooked or lukewarm dishes.
"The spicy rigatoni is frequently recommended and compared to Carbone's version. Other highly-praised dishes include the chicken parmesan, baked ziti, turkey sandwich, and mozzarella sticks."
Customer feedback is mixed, with some praising classic dishes and the popular spicy rigatoni, while others report recent disappointing experiences with food quality.
Important Note
Recent reviews suggest a decline in food quality, with some customers reporting disappointing experiences.
"This user recommended Parm as a cheaper version of Carbone."
Positive"This user has been really loving Parm recently."
Positive"Parm was recommended for mozzarella sticks."
Positive"The user's brother-in-law, who is Italian and a food snob, considers the rigatoni carbonara at Parm to be one of the best pasta dishes he has ever had."
Positive"The user visited Parm and enjoyed a comforting chicken parm with pasta and a salad, noting it was a good option for food not available in Raleigh, NC. The meal for two was about $75 with tip."
Positive"The commenter stated that Parm on the Upper West Side used to offer a spumoni ice cream cake that they considered the 'platonic ideal'."
Positive"The commenter mentioned that Parm restaurant used to have spumoni, but they are unsure if it's still available."
Neutral"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."
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