Pa'La Downtown

Name: Pa'La Downtown
Address: 132 E Washington St, Phoenix, AZ, United States, 85004-2341
Telephone: (602) 368-3052
Price range: $31 to $50
Rating: 4.8

4.8

248 Reviews

$31 to $50

International

132 E Washington St, Phoenix, AZ 85004-2341

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2 people

Apr 26, 2025

10:00 PM

Booked 26 times today

Experiences are available.

About this restaurant

Innovative
Lively
Good for special occasions

Pa’La means “for-the…” and it is forged in a passion to deliver food and wine that is inherently approachable and human to our community of people.
Drawing from coastal cultures of the Mediterranean and South America, ingredients are sourced locally with wild caught seafood, organic grains, and vegetables.
We created a wine program that complements the seasonality of our menu.
Focusing on organic, sustainably farmed, and high-quality products; curating a list of 350 labels, most accessible to all, and representing 15 countries, from the coastal Mediterranean, Europe, to the American continent.
Our draft beers are exclusively selected from local hand crafted breweries.
It is Pa’ La’s commitment to bring a unique and unforgettable experience to the people of Phoenix and beyond.

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Elegant
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
International, Mediterranean, Japanese
Hours of operation
Tue–Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Sun 5:00 pm–9:00 pm
Phone number
(602) 368-3052
Website
http://palakitchen.com/intro/downtown/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Smart Casual
Executive chef
Jason Alford
Private party facilities
For Private Event please reach out:events@palakitchen.com

Location
132 E Washington St, Phoenix, AZ 85004-2341
Neighborhood
Downtown Phoenix
Cross street
2nd St / Washington st
Parking details
We validate parking at two locations, both for 2 hours. They are at the Bank of America building on the corner of 2nd Street and Washington, and Block 23 which is in front of our restaurant on Washington Street. 201 N. 1st Street Phoenix, AZ 85004 Phone: 602-254-6514
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

Cellar Area
Multiple dates available
Upstairs romantic seating. Away from the Jazz band
Downstairs Bar
Multiple dates available
Our comfortable bar area is right next to our main floor bar, enjoy dinner in a comfortable green leather chair, around a beautiful copper-topped round table.
Downstairs Patio
Multiple dates available
One communal table outdoor, with misting system or heater, depending on the season!

Olives$10.00
smoked chili almonds + oregano + EVOO
Pickled Spanish anchovies*$13.00
schiaccia + oregano + arugula + red pesto
Kurobuta pork belly$18.00
sour plum BBQ + pickled root vegetables
AZ Copper State bone marrow$19.00
caramelized onions + grilled unagi
AZ Copper State beef tartare*$24.00
squid ink milk bread + red pepper
Woodfired octopus$24.00
artichokes + controne beans + smoked sweet pepper
Fresh burrata*$22.00
prosciutto di Parma + saffron honey + dates + pecan
Caviar Service 98
served with milkbread + Crème fraîche

Salad

Little gem lettuce$19.00
goddess dressing + pistachio + vegetables + blue cheese
French breakfast radish$17.00
nori butter + chardonnay vinaigrette + EVOO

Seafood

Wild U10 shrimp*$29.00
garlic chile ginger + togarashi + lemon + EVOO
Mussels$29.00
Iberico chorizo + tomato + crustacean dashi + focaccia
Miso black cod$42.00
warm spinach + soubise + ancient grains
Whole wood-fired fish

Meat

Iberico pork tenderloin*$56.00
(6oz) | koji + kimchi + Ayocote beans
Argentine flank steak*$56.00
(8oz) | honey tamari balsamic glaze
AZ Copper State N.Y. strip*$68.00
(10oz) | mushroom + black garlic + Koji turnip
AZ Copper State prime ribeye*$78.00
(14oz) | nori bordelaise

Vegetables

Japanese sweet potato$13.00
cilantro + Aleppo chili crunch
Shishito peppers$14.00
ponzu butter + bonito flakes
Crispy Brussels sprouts$16.00
Japanese mustard vinaigrette + bonito flakes
Spanish piquillo peppers$13.00
oregano + controne pepper + EVOO
Beef tallow potatoes$16.00
olives + onions + mustard + Parmigiano Reggiano

Cocktails

Patada de Mula$17.00
El Guel Mezcal + ginger + turmeric + lime + lemon
The Undertaker$17.00
NatterJack Whisky + orgeat + yuzu + egg + red wine
Carajillo$17.00
El Guel Tequila + Licor 43 + espresso
MVP$17.00
Roxx Vodka + elderflower + raspberry + Prosecco
Sage Whisper$17.00
Craftsman Modern Gin + pear + sage + white vermouth
Vitacura$17.00
Pisco + blackberry + blueberry + lime juice

N/A Libations

Phony Negroni$17.00
St. Agrestis, Brooklyn, New-York
Mayraki$16.00
orange, lime, guava, ginger
Mionetto$16.00
non-alcoholic Prosecco, Veneto, Italy

Local Draft Beers

Light lager$10.00
Pa'La Light, Huss brewery
Lager$10.00
Crispy, The shoppe
Hazy IPA$10.00
Church music, Juicy IPA, The shoppe

Beer Bottles

Dos Equis lager$8.00
Michelob ultra$8.00
Stella artois$8.00
Clausthaler N.A.$8.00
Clausthaler dry hopped N.A.$8.00

Sake

Azure$20.00
Tosatsuru prefecture, Kochi, Japan
- 6 oz carafe$78.00

Sparkling

Torrontés$16.00
Tapiz, Estate San Pablo Vineyard, Uco Valley, Argentina NV
- btl$62.00
Moscato d'Asti$16.00
Beni di Batasiolo, Piedmont, Italy '22
- btl$62.00
Pais Rosé$16.00
Estelado, Miguel Torres, Maule Valley, Chile '22
- btl$62.00
Champagne$25.00
Poivert-Jacques, NV, Champagne, France NV
- btl$100.00

Rosé

Grenache blend$16.00
Guilhem, Moulin de Gassac, Languedoc, France '22
- btl$62.00

White

Alvarinho$16.00
Aveleda, Vinho Verde DOC, Portugal '22
- btl$62.00
Chardonnay$16.00
Mâcon-Peronne, Domaine Mont-Epin, Bourgogne, France '20
- btl$62.00
Sauvignon blanc$16.00
Jacques Dumont, Val de Loire, France '22
- btl$62.00
Chardonnay$24.00
Pure Cru, Napa Valley '15
- btl$95.00

Red

Pinot Noir$16.00
Montesano, Viña Luis Felipe Edwards, Valle Central, Chile '23
- btl$62.00
Malbec$16.00
Alta Vista, Estate, Luján de Cuyo, Mendoza, Argentina '22
- btl$62.00
Cabernet Sauvignon$16.00
Bodega Norton, Reserva, Mendoza, Argentina '21
- btl$62.00
Bordeaux blend$24.00
Haut-Médoc, Château Valentin, AOC '16
- btl$95.00

What 248 people are saying

Pa'La Downtown 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

4.8

4.8 based on recent ratings

4.7Food
4.8Service
4.8Ambience
4.4Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

Phoenix
Innovative
Phoenix
Hot spot

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Pa'La Downtown shines with "incredible food and service," offering a vibrant atmosphere with live jazz. Diners rave about the "woodfired octopus" and "amazing wine list." While some find it "slightly overpriced," the exceptional service and creative dishes make it a "must-try" spot in Phoenix.

248 Reviews

J
Joseph
Phoenix1 review
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Enjoyed the night the food was amazing and the service was outstanding as once we finished one of plates the next plate was already come over to the table. Highly recommended the pork belly.
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SANDY
Las Vegas1 review
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
All the staff was friendly, the restaurant was nice and clean, perfect ambience for a date night. And we loved the live jazz music playing during dinner. The food was amazing and well portioned and displayed beautifully. 10/10 experience
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Philp VIP
Phoenix17 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We like to visit when we are in the downtown area. It is a complete immersion into a totally different world. We love Phoenix, but coming to the Pa'La is a little like going to a great jazz lounge in the Old South (New Orleans). The wine was excellent, the music great and the service superb. I am vegan and gluten free, so it is a challenge to find something, but the staff always accommodates, even though it is not specified on the menu. (Maybe it should be?)
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Mario VIP
Denver2 reviews
4.0
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
Service was just ok. Very busy and very loud. The food was good but not for the prices and you get so very little of it.
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Max
Phoenix1 review
4.0
Dined on April 19, 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 3
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Overall good experience would say slightly overpriced for the dishes size
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Tyrell
Phoenix1 review
5.0
Dined on April 19, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Everything was great from the staff to the food everyone I encountered. From the host to the gm.
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julie VIP
Phoenix17 reviews
5.0
Dined on April 19, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
What a great surprise! Sat upstairs with a great jazz quartet. Dinner was exceptional from the wood fired trout to the cauliflower that was yummy. Service was perfect and fun. Do not miss this restaurant.
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Wilfredo
Phoenix2 reviews
5.0
Dined on April 13, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Alex the bartender was amazing! Thanks for a great time.
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Nikki
Phoenix1 review
5.0
Dined on April 12, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Was here for a date night and we had an amazing time! They were understanding and kind about us running late for our reservation due to baseball game traffic. Our server was super fun and very attentive. Food was all outstanding and great quality. Highly recommend the grilled octopus.
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Amanda VIP
Chicago3 reviews
5.0
Dined on April 11, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Incredible food and service! The hostess went out of her way to ensure we had a positive experience. Everything we ordered was fresh, flavorful, and perfectly executed. 100/10!!!
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FAQs

Pa'La Downtown offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (602) 368-3052.

Pa'La Downtown is rated 4.8 stars by 248 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people

Apr 26, 2025

10:00 PM

Booked 26 times today

Experiences are available.

132 E Washington St, Phoenix, AZ 85004-2341

Additional information

Cross street
2nd St / Washington st
Neighborhood
Downtown Phoenix
Hours of operation
Tue–Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Sun 5:00 pm–9:00 pm
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
International, Mediterranean, Japanese
Dining style
Casual Elegant
Dress code
Smart Casual
Parking details
We validate parking at two locations, both for 2 hours. They are at the Bank of America building on the corner of 2nd Street and Washington, and Block 23 which is in front of our restaurant on Washington Street. 201 N. 1st Street Phoenix, AZ 85004 Phone: 602-254-6514
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive chef
Jason Alford
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://palakitchen.com/intro/downtown/
Phone number
(602) 368-3052
Private party facilities
For Private Event please reach out:events@palakitchen.com

Pa'La Downtown

Make a reservation

About this restaurant

Additional information

Cellar Area

Downstairs Bar

Downstairs Patio

Tapas

Olives$10.00

Pickled Spanish anchovies*$13.00

Kurobuta pork belly$18.00

AZ Copper State bone marrow$19.00

AZ Copper State beef tartare*$24.00

Woodfired octopus$24.00

Fresh burrata*$22.00

Caviar Service 98

Salad

Little gem lettuce$19.00

French breakfast radish$17.00

Seafood

Wild U10 shrimp*$29.00

Mussels$29.00

Miso black cod$42.00

Whole wood-fired fish

Meat

Iberico pork tenderloin*$56.00

Argentine flank steak*$56.00

AZ Copper State N.Y. strip*$68.00

AZ Copper State prime ribeye*$78.00

Vegetables

Japanese sweet potato$13.00

Shishito peppers$14.00

Crispy Brussels sprouts$16.00

Spanish piquillo peppers$13.00

Beef tallow potatoes$16.00

Cocktails

Patada de Mula$17.00

The Undertaker$17.00

Carajillo$17.00

MVP$17.00

Sage Whisper$17.00

Vitacura$17.00

N/A Libations

Phony Negroni$17.00

Mayraki$16.00

Mionetto$16.00

Local Draft Beers

Light lager$10.00

Lager$10.00

Hazy IPA$10.00

Beer Bottles

Dos Equis lager$8.00

Michelob ultra$8.00

Stella artois$8.00

Clausthaler N.A.$8.00

Clausthaler dry hopped N.A.$8.00

Sake

Azure$20.00

Sparkling

Torrontés$16.00

Moscato d'Asti$16.00

Pais Rosé$16.00

Champagne$25.00

Rosé

Grenache blend$16.00

White

Alvarinho$16.00

Chardonnay$16.00

Sauvignon blanc$16.00

Chardonnay$24.00

Red

Pinot Noir$16.00

Malbec$16.00

Cabernet Sauvignon$16.00

Bordeaux blend$24.00

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FAQs

Does Pa'La Downtown offer delivery through OpenTable or takeout?