Local Reviews
In September 2017, Darren W said about Il Palazzo Chelmsford
There was nothing disastrously wrong , but it could have all been better . the calamari was under cooked and could have done with 30sconeds longer in the fryer, we had asked for olives before our starters but they never turned up . My crab salad was nice but you had to play hunt the crab as it was all in very small peace's through out the salad leaves. The main course was also brought out within what seemed 2 minuets of us finishing our starter, where a 10 minuet gap would have been more fitting.
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In October 2017, richie216 said about Il Palazzo Chelmsford
We tried Il Palazzo, Chelmsford for the first time yesterday. Table for 4 on an early booking at 6.15pm. Not in a great part of Chelmsford but if you’re being dropped off and collected, that’s not a problem. Food was good with a wide choice available, service OK but maybe lacking enthusiasm and restuarant was very spacious with plenty of room between tables. (unlike Olio’s in town which is cramped).
The only letdown was our waiter insisted I could not put the gratuity on my card with the bill. Cash only he said. Like many people I don’t carry a lot of cash nowadays and so I explained this and left what I could which was about half of what I would have tipped had I been able to use my card. On our way out the (apparent)manager asked me how things were, I told him good but consider changing the cash only tipping policy, and he told me we were able to put the tip on the card if we wanted to! So I left with the feeling that our waiter had not been not honest with us. The management should address this tipping issue so customers are clear on what they can and can’t do. Apart from that, the whole experience was quite good and we will return.
The only letdown was our waiter insisted I could not put the gratuity on my card with the bill. Cash only he said. Like many people I don’t carry a lot of cash nowadays and so I explained this and left what I could which was about half of what I would have tipped had I been able to use my card. On our way out the (apparent)manager asked me how things were, I told him good but consider changing the cash only tipping policy, and he told me we were able to put the tip on the card if we wanted to! So I left with the feeling that our waiter had not been not honest with us. The management should address this tipping issue so customers are clear on what they can and can’t do. Apart from that, the whole experience was quite good and we will return.
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In October 2017, Chris B said about Il Palazzo Chelmsford
Good choice for my wife's birthday meal. Nice spacious italian, atmospheric, decor a bit cheesy but look beyond this cos the food's good. Sardinian fish stew was really good and my wife's veal beat her!
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In October 2017, sid13 said about Il Palazzo Chelmsford
Went here on Friday night with friends, service was good not rush at all but not left waiting.
Very good selection of food and what we had tasted good would go back again restaurant is nice and clean with a modern feel to it.
Very good selection of food and what we had tasted good would go back again restaurant is nice and clean with a modern feel to it.
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In October 2017, Geoff B said about Il Palazzo Chelmsford
Three of us had booked to go and see/ listen to the show at the theatre, needing a light bite we decided to try this place as it was just up the road, what a good choice!! The staff were really welcoming and even though we had not booked it was no trouble, we had the garlic bread with cheese as a starter and it was more than enough for three, main courses were simple but good, although the carbonara was not as creamy as it could have been, better another time maybe, well worth a visit and we will be back again for sure, great value!!
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In November 2017, Loura S said about Il Palazzo Chelmsford
This was our first time visit to this il palazzo restaurant in Chelmsford , we was greeted by friendly staff our first impression was great.
To cut story short let me tel you what we hade, Start with white wine Gavi di gavi £26.95, and followed by Gamberoni Piccanti , sauteed king prawns with garlic,fresh chilli,tomato sauce,white wine ,fennel seeds and salad garnish,
And Sarde alla Griglia, fresh grilled sardines ,served with a dressed mix saladFor main we hade Filleto di Manzo 8oz 28 days aged fillet steak served on toasted bread topped with pate and Madeira wine sauce. and and Vitello Saltimbocca , escalope of veal wrapped in parma ham with sage ,red wine, demi glace.£16.95 and both mains has come with sauteed potatoes and vegetable.
Highly recommended we will be back very soon.
To cut story short let me tel you what we hade, Start with white wine Gavi di gavi £26.95, and followed by Gamberoni Piccanti , sauteed king prawns with garlic,fresh chilli,tomato sauce,white wine ,fennel seeds and salad garnish,
And Sarde alla Griglia, fresh grilled sardines ,served with a dressed mix saladFor main we hade Filleto di Manzo 8oz 28 days aged fillet steak served on toasted bread topped with pate and Madeira wine sauce. and and Vitello Saltimbocca , escalope of veal wrapped in parma ham with sage ,red wine, demi glace.£16.95 and both mains has come with sauteed potatoes and vegetable.
Highly recommended we will be back very soon.
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In November 2017, Steve R said about Il Palazzo Chelmsford
I visited the Palazzo restaurant in Chelmsford this evening. The restaurant is located in the busy area opposite the bus and train station. It is a mid sized restaurant with a number of car parks nearby.
Il Palazzo was not busy but the staff were very welcoming and helpful. The menu is extensive and a comprehensive drinks menu is also available with a selection of wine by the bottle or a house wine available by the glass. Draught lager is also available.
The food on offer is a typical selection of Italian food with meat, pizza, pastas, fish, etc aswell as a selection of specials.
I ordered meatballs in tomato sauce and garlic bread with cheese as a starter. It was a tasty dish and served as a decent sized portion. The main was however superb - fish stew with a selection of very tender squid, mussels, prawns, vegetables, garlic and a tasty sauce served with bread. Another good portion of food with plenty of flavour and I could have eaten it again.
A refreshing vanilla panna cotta desert finished my meal and was light and tasty.
A very enjoyable meal with the Sardinian fish stew the star of the show. I found Il Palazzo to be a good restaurant although it is not the cheapest. I may return here if the opportunity presents itself but it is likely to be infrequent.
Service was excellent throughout and I was not hurried at all. The food was delivered quickly and fresh and I would recommend the restaurant overall.
Il Palazzo was not busy but the staff were very welcoming and helpful. The menu is extensive and a comprehensive drinks menu is also available with a selection of wine by the bottle or a house wine available by the glass. Draught lager is also available.
The food on offer is a typical selection of Italian food with meat, pizza, pastas, fish, etc aswell as a selection of specials.
I ordered meatballs in tomato sauce and garlic bread with cheese as a starter. It was a tasty dish and served as a decent sized portion. The main was however superb - fish stew with a selection of very tender squid, mussels, prawns, vegetables, garlic and a tasty sauce served with bread. Another good portion of food with plenty of flavour and I could have eaten it again.
A refreshing vanilla panna cotta desert finished my meal and was light and tasty.
A very enjoyable meal with the Sardinian fish stew the star of the show. I found Il Palazzo to be a good restaurant although it is not the cheapest. I may return here if the opportunity presents itself but it is likely to be infrequent.
Service was excellent throughout and I was not hurried at all. The food was delivered quickly and fresh and I would recommend the restaurant overall.
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In November 2017, wanny2014 said about Il Palazzo Chelmsford
Family birthday get together ,10 persons. Good food pleasantly served in good atmosphere.all staff work hard and busy but have time for you. Recommend
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In November 2017, simonwT6433CD said about Il Palazzo Chelmsford
six of us at the table and no one left hungry or disappointed. Good food and attentive service, I can’t believe this was my first visit definitely won’t be my last!
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In December 2017, selinka2005 said about Il Palazzo Chelmsford
First visit on Tuesday for dinner with my girlfriend s while visiting Chelmsford . Wow!! Fabulous food and service - the staff were so professional but also very friendly and the quality of the food was outstanding- Thank you for a fabulous experience and we will certainly visit again 👍🏼
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