Restaurant
Unclaimed profilePalo
Providence, RI · $$
Inebrious
Beverage Program Score
The editorial take
Palo's beverage program leans into Spanish and Mediterranean identity with a cocktail list that includes a Txakolina margarita and a rum blend with sherry and arak. The wine program is anchored by Spanish and Portuguese bottles plus an extensive sherry section. A dedicated Gin Tonic section and a deep back bar with local Rhode Island spirits round out the offering.
- What should I order?
- Start with the Txakorita, a Txakolina margarita with tequila and passion fruit liqueur, or the Old World Oasis with rums, oloroso sherry, and arak. For wine, try the Ameztoi Txakolina by the glass. The build-your-own Spanish Gin Tonic is a must for gin enthusiasts.
- Who will enjoy this place?
- Drinkers who appreciate Spanish and Mediterranean flavors, sherry aficionados, and those seeking creative cocktails with a regional twist. The extensive amaro selection and local spirits will appeal to spirit enthusiasts.
- When should I go?
- The dedicated 'La Hora del Vermut' happy hour suggests a good time to visit for lower ABV classics and vermouth, though specific hours are not documented.
- What should I expect to spend?
- Cocktails are uniformly $14, with non-alcoholic cocktails at $8 and sodas at $4. By-the-glass wines range from $11 to $18, bottles from $42 to $160, and beers from $3 to $11.
- What makes the beverage program distinctive?
- A beverage program that integrates Spanish and Mediterranean influences across categories, from a Txakolina margarita to a dedicated Gin Tonic section and an extensive sherry list. The back bar includes local Rhode Island spirits, adding a sense of place.
Beverage categories
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Cocktails
Creative Spanish- and Mediterranean-inspired cocktails with a dedicated Gin Tonic section.
Menu strengths
- — Creative cocktail list with Spanish and Mediterranean influences.
Standout selections
- — Txakorita: Txakolina margarita with tequila, passion fruit liqueur, lime.
- — Old World Oasis: Blend of rums, oloroso sherry, ras el hanout, pineapple, coconut, arak.
Pricing: All listed cocktails are $14; non-alcoholic cocktails are $8.
Wine
Diverse wine list with strong Spanish and Portuguese representation, extensive sherry selection, and unique offerings like Lebanese wines and a porrón sharing option.
Menu strengths
- — Diverse wine list with strong Spanish and Portuguese representation.
- — Includes unique offerings like Lebanese wines and a porrón sharing option.
Standout selections
- — Ameztoi Txakolina: Traditional txakolina, light, crisp, refreshing with natural spritz.
- — Le Mesnil Brut Grand Cru Champagne (375ml): 100% chardonnay, creamy, light, with dried flowers and minerality.
Pricing: By-the-glass wines range from $11 to $18; bottles from $42 to $160; sherry from $7 to $11 per glass.
Beer
Curated selection with local and international craft breweries, including a non-alcoholic pilsner. Offers a variety of styles from lagers to IPAs.
Menu strengths
- — Curated selection with local and international craft breweries.
- — Offers a variety of styles from lagers to IPAs.
Standout selections
- — ANXO Cidre Blanc: Dry cider from Washington DC, made with Goldrush apples, gluten-free and sugar-free.
- — Notch: Kölsch: Kölsch-style session beer from Salem, MA, medium-light body, bready, crisp.
Pricing: Beers range from $3 to $11; Miller High Life Ponies at $3 each or 6 for $15.
Nonalcoholic
Dedicated non-alcoholic cocktail menu with four options, plus non-alcoholic beer and sodas. Affordable pricing.
Menu strengths
- — Dedicated non-alcoholic cocktail menu with four options.; Includes non-alcoholic beer option.
Standout selections
- — Orange: Fresh orange juice, lemon, simple syrup, egg white.
Pricing: Non-alcoholic cocktails are $8 each; sodas are $4; non-alcoholic beer is $6.
Spirits
Extensive and diverse spirit selection including local Rhode Island producers and a dedicated amaro section.
Menu strengths
- — Extensive and diverse spirit selection.; Includes local Rhode Island spirits.
Standout selections
- — Rhodium Forager Gin: Gin from Rhode Island with locally foraged botanicals.
Pricing: Amaro selections are priced at $9 per glass; other spirit prices not listed.
How it sits with the food
The Spanish and Portuguese wine list, including txakolina and albariño, pairs naturally with tapas. The sherry program offers versatile matches, and the porrón sharing option adds a communal element to the table.
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