The Palm is an upscale steakhouse (with more than just steak!) that somehow maintains a laid back vibe. The caricatures on the wall of local "celebrities" and real celebrities are a great conversation piece. It keeps the mood light in an otherwise serious genre of restaurants. Let's get to the food.
I have tried a number of things here. Their portions are large enough for a hungry male or 2 hungry females. Their steak options are always delicious-simply prepared, and really let the flavor of the meat shine. These steaks are not dolled up and pampered. The girl next door of meats.
The bread basket is phenomenal. Love the seedy bread. I have split the crab cake entree with another female. These crab cakes are excellent. Not heavily breaded and served with a tasty mango salsa. Much like the meat, you are tasting the crab-as opposed to layers of butter/salt/misc. seasonings. For dessert, get the tiramisu. The lady fingers are soaked through, just the way I like them.
They have a nice wine selection-love the Stag's Leap Cabernet. Service is great to boot!