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Palermo Italian Restaurant

Name: Palermo Italian Restaurant
Address: 1858 N Vermont Ave, Los Angeles, CA, 90027, US
Price range: $$

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Palermo Italian Restaurant is one of the best italian restaurants in Los Angeles for date night, especially if you want a strong option in Los Angeles.

Palermo has held its corner of Los Feliz, and it knows exactly what kind of night it's built for.

Editorial review updated•Jul 28, 2026

Palermo has held its corner of Los Feliz, and it knows exactly what kind of night it's built for. This is a room that leans warm and a little theatrical — Sicilian seascapes painted across every inch of wall, waitstaff who address you like a beloved teacher, and a pace that assumes you're in no hurry to leave. They pour a dollar cup of house wine while you wait, then send out a complimentary Pizza Rosa and a basket of toasted garlic bread before you've decided anything. It's disarming, and it does most of the work of setting the mood. The thick, feta-topped Pizza Rosa is the signature — Sicilian-style, closer to Chicago depth than Naples restraint. The lasagna arrives layered with four cheeses under Bolognese, the kind of old-fashioned plate that suits a booth and a long conversation. Ask for the Tony sauce, a light tomato they'll put on anything. Not a subtle room, but a generous one. Better for a comfortable, unhurried date than a sharp first impression.

Sophie Laurent, Food Editor

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Date Night

Price and pace

Moderate spend

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Los Angeles | 1858 N Vermont Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90027, USA

Price

Moderate spend

Taste Score

8.8/10

Address

Los Angeles | 1858 N Vermont Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90027, USA

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Pizza Rosa

Lasagna

Shrimp Scampi

Chicken Parmigiana

Meatball Sandwich

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Palermo Italian Restaurant looks like a good night-out option in Los Angeles because it reads polished without feeling overly formal. It also holds a 9.4 rating across 1,845 Google reviews.

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9.4 from 1,845 Google reviews

Best for

Date Night

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Italian in Los Angeles

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Moderate spend

Best for

Date Night

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Google rating: 9.4 from 1,845 reviews

Price point: $$

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9.4 from 1,845 reviews

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There's a certain confidence to a small storefront on Beverly that keeps its hours simple—noon to nine, seven days—and lets the fish do the talking.

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Address: 1858 N Vermont Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90027, USA
Price: $$
TastyPals score: 8.8/10
Google rating: 9.4 (1,845 reviews)
Cuisine: Italian
Neighborhood: Los Angeles

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What cuisine does Palermo Italian Restaurant serve?

Palermo Italian Restaurant is a Italian restaurant located in Los Angeles, Los Angeles. Palermo has held its corner of Los Feliz, and it knows exactly what kind of night it's built for.

What is Palermo Italian Restaurant best for?

Palermo Italian Restaurant is best for date night. Palermo Italian Restaurant looks like a good night-out option in Los Angeles because it reads polished without feeling overly formal. It also holds a 9.4 rating across 1,845 Google reviews.

How much does it cost to eat at Palermo Italian Restaurant?

Palermo Italian Restaurant is in the Moderate spend price range ($$). Google rating: 9.4 from 1,845 reviews

What should I order at Palermo Italian Restaurant?

Start with Pizza Rosa, Lasagna, Shrimp Scampi and Chicken Parmigiana. These dishes are shown from TastyPals notes or restaurant data on this page.

Is Palermo Italian Restaurant worth visiting?

Palermo Italian Restaurant holds a 9.4 Google rating from 1,845 reviews. Palermo Italian Restaurant looks like a good night-out option in Los Angeles because it reads polished without feeling overly formal. It also holds a 9.4 rating across 1,845 Google reviews.

Where is Palermo Italian Restaurant located?

Palermo Italian Restaurant is located at 1858 N Vermont Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90027, USA. Directions are available via Google Maps.

Is Palermo Italian Restaurant good for a date night?

Yes — Palermo Italian Restaurant is tagged for date night dining. Palermo Italian Restaurant looks like a good night-out option in Los Angeles because it reads polished without feeling overly formal. It also holds a 9.4 rating across 1,845 Google reviews.

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