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Chicken parm & other Italian-American classics go gourmet at this hip, diner-inspired space.

At a glance

#468 of 605 Bars in New York #224 of 254 Italian restaurants in New York

LocalGuideWorld score: 4.20

3.7 km from the center of New York

Rating breakdown

  • 5 ★54%
  • 4 ★25%
  • 3 ★10%
  • 2 ★4%
  • 1 ★6%
235 Columbus Ave, New York, NY 10023, United States
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Quick facts

What is the rating of Parm?
Parm is rated 4.2 out of 5 based on 1,200 reviews.
How does Parm rank in New York?
Parm is #468 of 605 Bars in New York by LocalGuideWorld score (rating weighted by number of reviews).
Where is Parm located?
235 Columbus Ave, New York, NY 10023, United States — 3.7 km from the center of New York.
How can I contact Parm?
Phone: +1 212-776-4921 · Website: parmitalian.com
Shuborno Biswas
This place came recommended by family in town, and what a great recommendation! Lots of seating but not too loud, extremely friendly and attentive service, and best of all, great food.

We started with fresh house mozzarella and prosciutto. Both were delicious, served finished with olive oil. I had my choice of IPAs (great local draft list), and picked the sweetest on the server's recommendation.

The kids meals looked great, both my kids had chicken and fries - the chicken was a breaded cutlet sliced up and the fries were thin, crispy and delicious.

I had the chicken parm, with that same house mozz melted on top of the 3 pieces, and it came with a side of pasta for which I chose the rigatoni with vodka sauce (which was recommended by the server). I have nothing bad to say about that chicken parm, but wow, the rigatoni in vodka sauce was a dream. Buttery and silky with some onion in the sauce, I could just order a plate of that next time.

On vacation, these casual family friendly places with great food and service are a dream. I'd come again, but I'd have to come hungry given the rich food and big portions!
Abilash Sivalingam
It seems like a crowded place that is bustling and lively with a lot of good food options but to me I think the food was a bit lacking the chicken palm which would have been the highlight of the show here was a bit on the dry and tough side and was I found quite lacking.

The sitting outdoors was wonderful and you felt like you were really insert in New York and I would recommend this if you want to have a bit of a lively please sitting inside was however seem very noisy and chaotic the music was playing a bit too loud and might not be conducive for conversations and meet ups.

The pasta on the other hand I definitely would recommend because the sauce was creamy tangy with Tomatoey goodness.

The garlic bread was also equally as delicious and crispy. The sesame seeds on top also a good crunch and added a nice texture to the bread.

Found the service somewhat disappointing because it did take a while for us to flag down the weather and we didn’t feel like the food to quite a while to get served even though it wasn’t as crowded as we thought it would have been at the peak period .
H F
Food is good but very rich (too creamy)
The service is average and so is the atmosphere
A bit on the expensive side for this class of restaurant. Chicken Parma is the highlight…. But the chicken batter a bit greasy. Next time I will try something else… away from buttery / creamy dishes
Anthony Moniki
We recently dined at Parm restaurant in NYC, and I would give it a solid 3 stars.

The highlight of the meal was definitely their famous shrimp pasta. The flavors were okay, I found it a bit heavy on the butter, which made me feel queasy, sick to my stomach right away, full and uncomfortable all day the day after.

On the positive side, my boyfriend and I did enjoy their chicken parm sandwich. It was tasty and satisfying, even though we felt it was just average compared to other similar dishes we've tried elsewhere.

The garlic bread, unfortunately, was a bit underwhelming. The promised of garlic bread is to make the taste of garlic noticeable and that was far from what we were offered.

One thing I can't complain about is the ambiance. The restaurant has a cute and comfortable atmosphere, making it a pleasant place to dine and friendly customer service.

Overall, Parm offers a decent dining experience, couples and big group but there are some aspects of the food that could use improvement. If you're looking for a cozy spot with some decent dishes, it's worth a visit, but don't expect to be blown away.
Moniki
We recently dined at Parm restaurant in NYC, and I would give it a solid 3 stars.

The highlight of the meal was definitely their famous shrimp pasta. The flavors were okay, I found it a bit heavy on the butter, which made me feel queasy, sick to my stomach right away, full and uncomfortable all day the day after.

On the positive side, my boyfriend and I did enjoy their chicken parm sandwich. It was tasty and satisfying, even though we felt it was just average compared to other similar dishes we've tried elsewhere.

The garlic bread, unfortunately, was a bit underwhelming. The promised of garlic bread is to make the taste of garlic noticeable and that was far from what we were offered.

One thing I can't complain about is the ambiance. The restaurant has a cute and comfortable atmosphere, making it a pleasant place to dine and friendly customer service.

Overall, Parm offers a decent dining experience, couples and big group but there are some aspects of the food that could use improvement. If you're looking for a cozy spot with some decent dishes, it's worth a visit, but don't expect to be blown away.
Wardski Doedels
The food was beyond delicious. A friend recommended this to me a mere 30 minutes beforehand, yet we were still seated and served right away. We were never left waiting either, as the personnel always seemed astutely aware of our wants and needs at any given time.
We ordered the Mozarella sticks and the garlic bread for starters, and the Penne Scampi, the Eggplant Parm and the Meatball Parm for the main course. Every single one of them were delicious. An immaculate balance of taste, texture and looks created a dish that I myself could only describe as perfect.
The prices were on point as well, with our total bill (family of four) not even eclipsing the 200$ mark.
This restaurant is an absolute must for anyone and everyone in the area, whether you’re a tourist simply passing by (like us) or a local who’s been living here for years.

Five stars.
Ina Li
Simple straight forward Italian American menu that’s reasonably priced, spacious interior with side walk options, friendly fast service. The specialties rigatoni carbone with the famous sauce and the classic meatball hero are both well flavored and portioned, perfect for a casual meal.
Chazz Coleman
Undeniably the most powerful and chic restaurant on this planet. This food is filled with spices, passion, and saucy love. You walk in with your shoulders, back, and head slouched over like a baby sloth and you leave out with more gusto than a Popeye after he shotgunned a can of spinach. If I could get an internship here I would. The prices are fair and the vibes do not scare. Sell your car and give them the cash in exchange for food. Trust me.

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