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Chef's Palette
We are here to provide our patrons with a comfortable neighborhood restaurant and bar with a stylish and casual feel. Our belief is that we eat not only with our palates, but through vision and aromas; which is why we take the extra step to bring in the freshest ingredients with the trendiest plating techniques. We guarantee you will leave our establishment with an experience that is unforgettable. Our mission is to create a synergy between art, food and drink. As an artist creates magic on a canvas, Chef Jounte Burwell creates magic in his kitchen.
Whether you are in the mood for a dining experience, or just want to kick back with a beverage in our lounge, Chef’s Palette is the place for you.
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Whether you are in the mood for a dining experience, or just want to kick back with a beverage in our lounge, Chef’s Palette is the place for you.
102 Current Reviews
Summary of Diner Ratings & Reviews
Overall
(Outstanding)
4.2
/
5
Rating Breakdown 102 reviews
5 stars
(44)
4 stars
(42)
3 stars
(8)
2 stars
(5)
1 star
(3)
Food
(Outstanding)
4.1
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
4.2
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
4.1
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
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Diners classify this restaurant as:
- neighborhood gem(60)
- fit for foodies(54)
- special occasion(53)
- romantic(43)
- vibrant bar scene(34)
- good for groups(19)
Chef's Palette Reviews List
Review 1 for Chef's Palette
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"We enjoyed it! Wonderful place!"
Dined on 5/12/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, romantic
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Review 2 for Chef's Palette
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Mother's day Brunch
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"I had only been to this restaurant one other time. I was impressed, and saw on open table they had a mother's day brunch. I figured my mom would like it. She loved it and can't stop talking about it."
Dined on 5/12/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for brunch, romantic, scenic view, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 3 for Chef's Palette
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Good Buffet for Mother's Day
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"We came here for mother's day and we weren't sure how it would turn out because my wife isn't too big of a fan of buffets. The dining room was relatively small but quaint. The drinks from the bar were outstanding and they didn't skimp on the alcohol. My first impression of the buffet wasn't as positive as I'd hoped, as there were no plates available when we reached the serving station and many of the trays of food were empty or near empty. Fortunately, they filled up with fresh food and pastries not too long after and the food was quality and consistent, especially for a buffet. They don't normally open on Sundays, so this buffet for Mother's Day is out of the ordinary and something worth seeing"
Dined on 5/12/2013
Special Features: great for lunch, kid-friendly
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Review 4 for Chef's Palette
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Great Food and Service
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Took my mother there for Mother's Day and the food and service was exceptional!"
Dined on 5/11/2013
Special Features: good for groups, vibrant bar scene, romantic, neighborhood gem, hot spot, special occasion
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Review 5 for Chef's Palette
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
better than expected
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"The food was very good. First time going to this restsurant and it was better than expected. Good food and a very good manager."
Dined on 5/11/2013
Special Features: notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
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Review 6 for Chef's Palette
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
Great Service; mediocre food
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"The service was excellent. Efficient, attentive, but not suffocating. The waitress was excellent... she was on top of everything. The food was just OK, not bad in any way, just nothing memorable."
Dined on 5/11/2013
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Review 7 for Chef's Palette
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Wonderful gem close to home
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"We took our daughter, who was visiting from Australia, to a lovely evening dinner. She was impressed with the quality and selections. We enjoyed the quiet atmosphere and attentive service. She told her husband (who had returned home to Australia a few days before) about the wonderful experience and now he is expecting to enjoy the same experience when they return to Cary! How lucky we are to have an elegant place to dine within 10 minutes of our home."
Dined on 5/10/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, great for outdoor dining, romantic, notable wine list, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 8 for Chef's Palette
Overall rating
(Poor)
1
/
5
bad night
Food
(Poor)
1
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Menu not as stated on website and portions were ridiculously small.
Bad night to bring friends as guest."
Bad night to bring friends as guest."
Dined on 5/02/2013
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Review 9 for Chef's Palette
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
AWESOME!
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Great restaurant! The service was superb, the food was delicious and the ambiance was perfect! We will definitely return."
Dined on 5/08/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, vibrant bar scene, great for outdoor dining, notable wine list, romantic, neighborhood gem, hot spot, special occasion
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Review 10 for Chef's Palette
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Food was bland, otherwise okay
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Based on the overall excellent reviews on OpenTable, my fiancé and I decided to give Chef's Pallette a try for a nice dinner out. We were about 15 mins late, which was handled seamlessly by the hostess. Table/location was nice, fairly quiet. Our server was very good. The tuna appetizer was outstanding. Service from the kitchen was very slow, and our server apologized/explained they were backed up. Upon finally arriving the entrees were surprisingly bland - my Filet Mignon was prepared correctly and had great texture but seriously lacked flavor. My fiancé mentioned exactly the same of her Mahi Mahi, and they forgot several sides. For the price we expected much tastier food."
Dined on 5/04/2013
Special Features: romantic, special occasion
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Review 11 for Chef's Palette
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Food was great!
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"At our table we had everything from Ahi Tuna appetizer to grilled salmon, filet mignon and bone in pork chops. Everything was prepared perfectly, and was absolutely delicious. Our server was friendly, seemed to care about our satisfaction and was very accomodating.
Overall great experience..."
Dined on 5/01/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, romantic, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 12 for Chef's Palette
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
very nice
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"We have now been to this restaurant twice for special birthday celebrations. The restaurant is beautifully decorated with local artists' work. The waitstaff is knowledgeable, friendly and quietly attentive. The food has been great both times, and although the rice pilaf was a little undercooked for my taste, the risotto was to die for. All the dishes are creative and beautifully presented. Definitely recommend the Earth and Sky and the nuts and berries salad.
All in a a great place, and we are so glad we found it."
Dined on 4/29/2013
Special Features: neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 13 for Chef's Palette
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
A Neighborhood Gem!
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Chef's Palette is right in our backyard and for some reason we just don't go often enough. Our spur of the moment visit on Saturday evening was a delight from start to finish! Service was excellent and attentive. Food and presentation was simply outstanding. I enjoyed the special for the evening which was tuna, filet and shrimp on a bed of parmesan risotto. For dessert, my partner and I shared the banannas foster which did not disappoint. Landon our server was tuned in to our needs and attentive and of course, Cathy, always makes it a point to stop by and greet her guests. Again, not sure why we don't go more often, but this visit reminded us that we should!"
Dined on 04/27/2013
2008
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, good for groups, great for outdoor dining, late-night find, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
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Review 14 for Chef's Palette
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
This is the first restaurant
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"This is the first restaurant for Kathy the owner .
Totally admire her success for this new adventure.
5 Stars!!!!!"
Totally admire her success for this new adventure.
5 Stars!!!!!"
Dined on 04/25/2013
2005
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, good for groups, great for brunch, great for outdoor dining, kid-friendly, late-night find, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion, hot spot
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Review 15 for Chef's Palette
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
As always, top notch. This
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"As always, top notch. This has become our favorite place, both the restaurant and the bar side for hanging out! Your staff is always excellent."
Dined on 04/24/2013
2011
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion
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Review 16 for Chef's Palette
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Waited too long to try them out!
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Good food, solid service! Best restaurant in the area. We'll be back!"
Dined on 04/22/2013
2012
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem
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Review 17 for Chef's Palette
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
The food was good and the
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"The food was good and the staff ameniable to special requests. We had a group of seven and no one was disappointed with their choices of food. The lighted menus are great for those who have issues with seeing the menu!"
Dined on 04/17/2013
2009
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion
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Review 18 for Chef's Palette
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Chef's Palette is a Gem
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Excellent Food and Fantastic Service."
Dined on 04/13/2013
2010
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic
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Review 19 for Chef's Palette
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Great staffs who was willing
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Great staffs who was willing to accommodate us, my special flower requests, and special note to my beautiful love! Excellent food and preparation!"
Dined on 04/08/2013
2013
Special Features: romantic, special occasion
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Review 20 for Chef's Palette
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Good, but no rave
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"While the service was very good, I'd have the rate the food above average and the prices more than above average. The meals are generally expensive, not all, but most. Considering that the food is good, but won't knock your socks off, I found it expensive. Drinks are pricey too. Wine list is predominatly American, so choices are limted - the usual pinot grigio and a south american or two to create an international flavor, but significantly no selection of real french or italian vintages. Generally I'd go elsewhere, but it was a convenient mid-way point foe our guests. The bar menu is more reasonable. By the time dinner was ending, the band in the bar was driving us out of the dining room."
Dined on 04/06/2013
2010
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, good for groups
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Review 21 for Chef's Palette
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
The food was excellent as
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"The food was excellent as was the service and the atmosphere. All contributed to a great experience."
Dined on 04/03/2013
2011
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, good for groups, romantic, special occasion
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Review 22 for Chef's Palette
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
We tried Chef''s Palette based
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"We tried Chef''s Palette based on friends recommendations. Three of us had dinner on a Saturday night. We all enjoyed the Ahi tuna appetizer. My daughter and I enjoyed our entrees of salmon and filet. My husband, however, was disappointed in his bone-in ribeye. The quality of the meat, particularly for the price, was not good. Overall, we enjoyed our dinner and service was good. We probably will try again."
Dined on 03/30/2013
2010
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion
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Review 23 for Chef's Palette
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
GO HERE NOW
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"This restaurant has it all, beautiful local artwork, on friday and saturday nights live entertainment in the bar area, and absolutely fresh and amazing food. My significant other and I were looking for a new place that is not a chain and is worth going out and we absolutely found it. A great drink menu, knowledgable staff although we came in 15 minutes before the kitchen closed they allowed us to order anything and everything we wanted without any frustration. I work in the industry myself and it is so nice to be greeted and taken care of even being so late to dinner! We will absolutely be back! THIS PLACE IS GREAT!"
Dined on 03/30/2013
2010
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, good for groups, great for outdoor dining, late-night find, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion, great for lunch
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Review 24 for Chef's Palette
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Stephanie, was great, she
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Stephanie, was great, she said the specials for that night without a hitch, like the swordfish dinner was an everyday item. My wife couldn't choose a wine for her dinner so Stephanie let her sample 2 before she chose one. The scallops wrapped in bacon with the lemon herb orzo was great, so good I remember what I ate! My wife's chicken dish was excellent too, we shared with each other! We didn't have dessert because it was our wedding anniversary, which no one at the restaurant knew, and we had truffles at home made by a couple in Fuquay that I purchased earlier in the day. It was a great dining experience and we thank you."
Dined on 03/30/2013
2009
Special Features: fit for foodies, romantic, special occasion
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Review 25 for Chef's Palette
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Good Food, Good Value
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Went here for the first time on a Thursday night - discovered a great "Thank You Thursday" prix fixe deal for two: couple of entrees, an appetizer to share, soup or salad each, and dessert to share along with a couple glasses of wine for $40. What a great deal - the food was prepared and presented well, very generous portions - leftovers were sufficient for lunch the next day. Competent and friendly service. I would recommend Chef's Palette to anyone in the Cary area looking for a pleasant and dependable dining experience close to home."
Dined on 03/28/2013
2009
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Review 26 for Chef's Palette
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Great Meal Had By All
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"The food was fantastic and the service was excellent. The server we had was very friendly and accommodating. Also had the chance to meet the owner and she was as delightful as the server which happend to be her daughter."
Dined on 03/28/2013
2012
Special Features: neighborhood gem
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Review 27 for Chef's Palette
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Enjoyed our dinner but they
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Enjoyed our dinner but they were out of a menu item that 3 of our party wanted. Missing cookies in dessert - when we asked were told they were out. There was a VERY long wait between salad and dinner. No additional bread offered and we were just left to sit it out. Food was good and server was very pleasant."
Dined on 03/23/2013
2013
Special Features: special occasion
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Review 28 for Chef's Palette
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Outstanding service and excellent
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Outstanding service and excellent food. Simple elegance in decor. Portion size on lamb shank on the small size, but, otherwise, a very good dish. Chicken Francese beautifully presented and perfectly cooked. I liked that the menu listed actual anchovies as an optional addition to the Caesar salad, which was very fresh. This was our first visit, and we made an early reservation (6:00), and got right in, but the entire dining room and bar room were packed by 7:30 on Saturday night, so the word is apparently out on this Cary gem. Imaginative specialty cocktails--we loved the Vargas Martinis--no vermouth, but olive juice and blue-cheese stuffed olives with Tabasco. Apple tart dessert with ice cream was tasty version of apple dumpling."
Dined on 03/23/2013
2006
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
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Review 29 for Chef's Palette
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Consistently very good, the
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Consistently very good, the chicken francese is excellent as are most beef dishes we have tried. Service is always pleasant and efficient."
Dined on 03/23/2013
2007
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, notable wine list
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Review 30 for Chef's Palette
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
We arrived for our 7:45 reservation
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Poor)
1
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"We arrived for our 7:45 reservation on time. The table wasn't ready so we got a beer at the bar, which was very crowded, but felt like a good first impression of the restaurant. We weren't seated for 20 min. After being seated we wait for 10 min to see our waiter, and then another 50 min. after that to receive our entree. Was very surprised at the pricing of the food, really no entree under $18 and a significant amount of seafood. The Mushroom Montage had 4 mushrooms in it and was basically $25 for chicken and pasta in an Alfredo sauce and the Lamb shank was stingy, the portion size was not comparable to everything else we saw dinners receiving. Went in excited but was very disappointed."
Dined on 03/23/2013
2011
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Review 31 for Chef's Palette
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Best dining experience I've
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
"Best dining experience I've had scine leaving CA."
Dined on 03/08/2013
2013
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, good for groups, late-night find, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion, hot spot
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Review 32 for Chef's Palette
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Delicious food, warm atmosphere,
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Delicious food, warm atmosphere, great dining experience."
Dined on 03/08/2013
2006
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, romantic
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Review 33 for Chef's Palette
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
The food was very good and
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"The food was very good and so was the service. All wait staff were very friendly and courteous. Illuminated menus were very neat!"
Dined on 03/01/2013
2011
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, good for groups, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion
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Review 34 for Chef's Palette
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Had a great dinner - our guests
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Had a great dinner - our guests said the scallops were the best he ever had!"
Dined on 02/27/2013
2010
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 35 for Chef's Palette
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Highly Recommend
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
"Consistently great menu items, presentation, and taste. Highly recommend!"
Dined on 02/14/2013
2013
Special Features: neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion
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Review 36 for Chef's Palette
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
Beautiful restaurant, mediocre food
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"I was very disappointed after reading good reviews for this restaurant. My husband and I went for the Valentine's Day Prix Fixe menu. The appetizer was good. The salad was beautifully presented but the vinegar in the dressing almost choked me. Then we waited for 40 minutes before getting our entrees. We both ordered the filet mignon. My husband's was was cooked to his liking but mine, which was supposed to be medium, was extremely dry and chewy. I told the waiter when asked that it was dry and he offered a new one but I did not want to wait another 40 minutes so refused. Usually this would have prompted a visit to our table by the manager which is what I expected. But the manager never showed up which was very disappointing."
Dined on 02/14/2013
2009
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Review 37 for Chef's Palette
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Wonderful night out
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Was our first visit here and everthIng was wonderful! Great food and service! We will be back soon!"
Dined on 02/23/2013
2008
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, late-night find, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion, hot spot
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Review 38 for Chef's Palette
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
excellent service and food.
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"excellent service and food. Will be back to try other things on the menu. Everything looked so good so choices were tough to make."
Dined on 02/23/2013
2009
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, neighborhood gem, hot spot
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Review 39 for Chef's Palette
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Everyone in our group was
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Everyone in our group was unhappy about something with their meal. The lamb shank was not cooked long enough (meat was NOT fall off the bone tender). In fact the meat was almost tough and chewy. Nor were the vegetables - potatoes and carrots were still "crunchy". Mac and cheese was not hot.
The only good thing about the meal was the calimari, which was the best I've ever had. But an appetizer does not a meal make!
The service was okay, but we felt as if the wait staff was hovering - we didn't feel like we could relax. One couple felt very "rushed.""
Dined on 02/22/2013
2006
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Review 40 for Chef's Palette
Overall rating
(Poor)
1
/
5
Good service, evening special not!
Food
(Poor)
1
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"My husband ordered the special of the evening. It arrived cold cold cold!"
Dined on 02/23/2013
2010
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Review 41 for Chef's Palette
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
We went on a Thank You Thursday
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"We went on a Thank You Thursday and had a delicious gourmet meal for a very reasonable price. We started with appletinis (also on special for $5). They were perfect. Our shared appetizer was fried artichokes with a spinach cream sauce and they were very tasty. Then we each had a salad. My husband had swordfish and pesto risotto. I had pork tenderloin wrapped in bacon with sour cream smashed potatoes. We both had the sautéed squash as the vegetable. The dinner included a glass of wine. For dessert we shared a banana foster with ice cream. Everything we had was delicious and well presented, I highly recommend this restaurant. The service was also top notch. We plan to go back often."
Dined on 02/21/2013
2009
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, romantic
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Review 42 for Chef's Palette
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
My wife and I enjoyed a wonderful
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
"My wife and I enjoyed a wonderful meal at Chef's Palette Friday night, Valentine's weekend. Kathy and her team do a wonderful job. Our waiter Daniel was very attentive throughout the entire meal.We have never been disappointed either from the dining room side or bar side. We can recommend Chef's Palette without reservation."
Dined on 02/15/2013
2013
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, late-night find, neighborhood gem, hot spot
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Review 43 for Chef's Palette
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
We first visited the restaurant
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"We first visited the restaurant in June of 2012. Since then we have made it a frequent, location of choice for casual dining. Whether it is just the two of us or a group of 8, we have always enjoyed being a guest at The Chef's Palette. The food is excellent and fresh. Hot items are hot and cold items are cold...not always the case in other restaurants. The service is excellent and everyone makes you feel appreciated. Our grandson loves the illuminated menus!!!"
Dined on 02/14/2013
2010
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem
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Review 44 for Chef's Palette
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Food was very good. Great
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Food was very good. Great service."
Dined on 02/15/2013
2012
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
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Review 45 for Chef's Palette
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
You're missing out...get here!
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"In short, this meal was ridiculously good! We split 2 appetizers (bruschetta and shrimp Jaiden) both of which were excellent. My fiance had the chicken which was moist and flavorful...you would never know chicken could taste so good. I had the scallops wrapped in bacon which were also phenomenal. As I brought the scallop to your nose, the mouth-watering aroma of the smoked bacon filled my nostrils. Enjoying the scallop itself was an experience...like biting into a warm, soft stick of butter (the texture, not the flavor, although the flavor was fantastic as well!).
Last comment...RUN, don't walk here!"
Dined on 02/14/2013
2002
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion, hot spot
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Review 46 for Chef's Palette
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Great Restaurant!
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"This was our first visit to Chef's Palette, on Valentine's Day, and we were NOT disappointed. Our food, and service, was excellent, and pricing was very reasonable. We were impressed by the backlit dining menu.........wish other restaurants offered them, especially in dim lighting!ha.
It's a definite "keeper" on our list of restaurants!"
Dined on 02/14/2013
2008
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion, hot spot
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Review 47 for Chef's Palette
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
My wife and I visited the
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"My wife and I visited the Chef's Palette for the first time on Valentine's Day 2013. The food was great, the atmosphere was relaxing, and the service was fantastic. We will definately be dining there again."
Dined on 02/14/2013
2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 48 for Chef's Palette
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Go for the food, not for the
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Fair)
2
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Go for the food, not for the service. We would rate the food 4/5 service 2/3. I would recommend the owners train their waitstaff/hostess better. The service was only OK."
Dined on 02/11/2013
2013
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Review 49 for Chef's Palette
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
EVERYTIME I EAT AT CHEFS PALETTE,
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"EVERYTIME I EAT AT CHEFS PALETTE, I AM NOT DISAPPPOINTED. IT IS THE KIND OF RESTURANT YOU CAN RUN IN TO HAVE A DRINK AND A BURGER OR IF YOU WANT A WONDERFUL MEAL THAT TOO.
IT IS MY FAVORITE RESTURANT - HATS OFF TO THE STAFF."
IT IS MY FAVORITE RESTURANT - HATS OFF TO THE STAFF."
Dined on 02/12/2013
2011
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, good for groups, great for outdoor dining, late-night find, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion, great for lunch, hot spot
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Review 50 for Chef's Palette
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Good first visit
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"My husband and I went with another couple and all four of us liked our food, although my lamb shank wasn't "falling off the bone" as advertised. Altho delicious, it needed work to get the meat off! My husband had the scallops and said they were outstanding. My friend got the chicken and enjoyed it, and I can't remember what her husband got, but it was different from ours and he liked his choice, too. I do remember that he ordered a small salad with his meal, however, and it was big enough that he was full part-way into his meal. We'll certainly go back."
Dined on 02/08/2013
2010
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