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Private dining room  - Il Palio, Chapel Hill, NC

Il Palio

4.7
4.7
1790 Reviews
$50 and over
Italian
1505 East Franklin Street, Chapel Hill, NC 27514

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 16 times today
Experiences are available.

About this restaurant

  • Good for special occasions
  • Great for fine wines
  • Romantic
Il Palio is an intimate restaurant in the Siena Hotel. We strive to emulate the best of the great Italian tradition of hospitality and quality at the table and in the glass. Our vision is simple – use the best local and Italian ingredients as purely as possible and serve them with comfort and pride. We cook as an Italian might in North Carolina.

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $50 and over
  • Cuisines
    Italian
  • Hours of operation
    Breakfast Mon–Fri 6:30 am–10:00 am Sat, Sun 7:00 am–11:00 am Dinner Daily 5:30 pm–9:00 pm
  • Phone number
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Executive chef
    Robert Compton
  • Catering
    Private dining and meeting space available from 2 - 200. Please contact the Catering & Sales team at 919.929.4000 or via email: astruble@sienahotel.com
  • Private party facilities
    The Ballroom at The Siena Hotel is beautifully appointed with natural light and can seat up to 100 and receptions up to 150. It can also be split into two smaller rooms. The Terrace Room off of Il Palio is also available for events of up to 36 people.
  • Private party contact
    Michelle Castro: (919) 918-2539
  • Neighborhood
    Chapel Hill
  • Cross street
    Franklin St. and Estes Dr.
  • Parking details
    Ample, complimentary self parking and valet parking available.
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

  • Graduation Dinner

    $92.00 per person

    May 9, 2025 - May 10, 2025
    Join us as Chef Bob Compton is preparing a special 3-Course set price menu with choices along each course. This special menu is being offered on Friday and Saturday, May 9 and 10, 2025. The price $92 per person, plus tax, gratuity, and beverages. Our Restaurant Manager, Bar team, and Sommelier have created special wine pairings, cocktails, and mocktails to add to this special evening. We look forward to seeing you!
    Graduation Dinner Photo
  • Mother's Day Brunch

    $84.00 per person

    May 11, 2025 only
    Join us as Chef Bob Compton is preparing a special 3-Course set price Brunch menu with choices along each course. This special menu is being offered on Sunday May 11, 2025 and is priced $84 per person plus tax, gratuity, and beverages. Our Restaurant Manager, Bar team, and Sommelier have created special wine pairings, cocktails, and mocktails to add to this special evening. We look forward to seeing you!
    Mother's Day Brunch Photo

Private dining

What 1,790 people are saying

Il Palio reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.7
4.7 based on recent ratings
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.5Ambience
  • 4.3Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Raleigh / Durham / Chapel Hill

    Great for fine wines

  • Raleigh / Durham / Chapel Hill

    Good for special occasions

  • Raleigh / Durham / Chapel Hill

    Italian

  • Durham

    Healthy

  • Durham

    Great for fine wines

  • Durham

    Romantic

  • Durham

    Good for special occasions

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Il Palio delights with "incredible food" and "excellent service," making it perfect for special occasions. Guests rave about the "exceptional truffle tagliatelle" and the "impeccable chef's tasting menu." Massimo and Spencer are highly praised for making dining experiences memorable. While some find prices high, the "lovely ambiance" and culinary excellence ensure return visits.

1,790 Reviews
  1. Jeff VIP

    New York City8 reviews

    3.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 2
    With Il Palio's reputation, from friends that have even there before, we expected an Easter brunch somewhat above what we experienced. The crab cakes, "lamb chops" (which were actually rib chops), and house salad was excellent, however the eggplant dish was quite mushy. For a holiday, and the high Prix fix pricing, we expected a higher energy level, and a tad more service attentiveness. We might try Il Palio again, but with reset expectations on the overall experience.

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  2. Kimberly

    Washington DC15 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 15, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Our family enjoyed a wonderful meal. The staff all were so friendly and accommodating. Massimo was our sever and he made our time so enjoyable!

    1 person found this helpful

  3. Mason

    Charleston1 review

    5.0

    Dined on April 15, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Best restaurant in Chapel Hill! Massimo is the most amazing server I’ve ever had!

    1 person found this helpful

  4. Garry VIP

    Western NC10 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 10, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    One of the very best meals and dining experiences we’ve had in the US. Truly special.

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  5. Kathleen

    New York City22 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 6, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Chef Bob is outstanding and Louis the bartender makes a great Lemon drop martini. Again the oysters were great and tasty. Truffle Tagliatelle I could not resist to get again. Chef sent me dessert and this time it was phenomenal . I can’t wait to travel back to The Siena and IL Palio again.😍

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  6. Kathleen

    New York City22 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on April 3, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The truffle tagliatelle was exceptional and we told the chef . Service with Spencer was delightful and attentive. The wine he suggested was magnificent! All Staff were pleasant. The dessert was the only thing that could use a little attention , Cheesecake and torta we would not get again.

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  7. Frank

    Raleigh10 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on March 30, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    My wife & I dined with old friends on Sunday. The main reason we chose IlPalio was b/c most restaurants are closed on Sunday. We knew it would be pricier than most restos but didn’t realize how much pricier. My wife’s salad and grilled octopus were too salty, which the waiter simply shrugged at and made no effort to compensate us or ask for replacement. Everyone else was pleased with their dishes and dessert but as mentioned, prices are in the stratosphere so be warned.

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  8. Michael VIP

    Nashville70 reviews

    2.0

    Dined on March 29, 2025

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 5
    A promising start and then we couldn’t get any help. Wanted wine with dinner when the food came but no one checked on us. The food tasted great but there were shell fragments in with the entree which spoiled the experience of the otherwise tasty food. The regulars were regaled by the staff but guess we won’t be regulars at this expensive restaurant.

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  9. Jennifer VIP

    New York City14 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 29, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Went there for my daughter’s birthday and the food was phenomenal- the pasta and the fish and the veal we all had came out delicious - and really yummy focaccia to start. Wonderful night out!

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  10. Victoria

    Raleigh3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 27, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Always lovely, always perfect. Incredible food, excellent service. Highly recommend.

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Il Palio is rated 4.7 stars by 1790 OpenTable diners.

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Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 16 times today
Experiences are available.
Google Map for Il Palio

1505 East Franklin Street, Chapel Hill, NC 27514

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross street
    Franklin St. and Estes Dr.
  • Neighborhood
    Chapel Hill
  • Hours of operation
    Breakfast Mon–Fri 6:30 am–10:00 am Sat, Sun 7:00 am–11:00 am Dinner Daily 5:30 pm–9:00 pm
  • Price
    $50 and over
  • Cuisines
    Italian
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    Ample, complimentary self parking and valet parking available.
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Robert Compton
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
  • Catering
    Private dining and meeting space available from 2 - 200. Please contact the Catering & Sales team at 919.929.4000 or via email: astruble@sienahotel.com
  • Private party facilities
    The Ballroom at The Siena Hotel is beautifully appointed with natural light and can seat up to 100 and receptions up to 150. It can also be split into two smaller rooms. The Terrace Room off of Il Palio is also available for events of up to 36 people.
  • Private party contact
    Michelle Castro: (919) 918-2539
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