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The Palms
#271251
12/14/2021 05:37 PM
12/14/2021 05:37 PM
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Joined: Jul 2012
Posts: 288 Edam, Saskatchewan - Canada
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In all our visits (over 20 now) we have primarily stayed in the Oyster Pond area. With a week at Simpson Bay this year, I was excited to go to restaurants that even though very good, just aren’t worth the drive over at night.
Based on the numerous positive reviews here, last night we dined at The Palms for the first time. Maurice had the drunken ribs and pronounced them the best ribs he had ever had on island. I tasted them and agreed. I did think that $35 was maybe a bit pricey for ribs, but we have noticed that ALL of the restaurant meals are more expensive this trip. I don’t know if it is Irma or COVID related, and I don’t care. The people here have to make a living and tourism $$ have been scant these last few years. Still a good value to me.
I had the shrimp curry and the chef was kind enough to make it mild for me. I love the flavor in curries and know that they don’t have to be hot to be delicious. Unfortunately, not every restaurant realizes that fact. Not a problem here, mild yet still packed with flavor.
We had great service and and an extremely pleasant evening. Loved the vibe, casual yet very attentive service. I understand now why it is on the list of favorites for so many TTOLers!
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Re: The Palms
[Re: PrairieGirl]
#271256
12/14/2021 06:15 PM
12/14/2021 06:15 PM
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Joined: Mar 2004
Posts: 4,303 Vancouver, WA
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Great to hear to hear you got to enjoy The Palms. I haven't done a report yet but my other favorites in that area based on our last trip would also include Astra noting that we tend to just order appetizers which becomes plenty for a meal and we ate at Sale and Pepe this last trip and while in the past I have been happy but not exactly excited to eat there this last trip was awesome. Enjoy!
I do want to add, yes they are expensive but nobody does spare ribs as well as Greg. A lot of time goes into those ribs.
Last edited by Todd; 12/14/2021 06:18 PM.
I prefer the Isle seat
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Re: The Palms
[Re: GaKaye]
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12/14/2021 09:25 PM
12/14/2021 09:25 PM
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Joined: Jun 2009
Posts: 4,882 Portland, OR
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Greg's Drunken Ribs are not your typical island ribs. I always get two meals out of one order, which makes them very economical, in addition to how delicious they are. Same for me. Not at all expensive when you can get two meals out of an order.
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Re: The Palms
[Re: SXMScubaman]
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12/15/2021 10:34 AM
12/15/2021 10:34 AM
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Joined: Aug 2003
Posts: 568 Bucks County, PA
snuba
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My son ordered them and I tried one, was good but not for $35, didn’t think they were that special. Now the lasagna and curried shrimp are a different story! Both are excellent and priced reasonably. Funny how people’s tastes vary.
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Re: The Palms
[Re: PrairieGirl]
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12/20/2021 01:43 PM
12/20/2021 01:43 PM
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Posts: 515 Eastern Caribbean
Ritchard
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We eat at The Palms I would think more than half of our Friday nights. Greg and Jo have become like family. If you go, you'll want to try the signature cocktail: the Passionfruit Capirinha. Delicious and deceivingly POTENT.
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