Having spent a lot of time in the cultural district, I have been trying to find new and good restaurants to eat at before and after shows. The problem with this area is that there are a lot of places enticing theatre go-ers in and then not delivering the goods. A kind of bait and switch technique.
Palazzo definitely delivers. Between the two of us, we took down the lasagna and the rigatoni with sausage and pepperoncinis. The sauce was definitely the boss and tasted homemade. The sausage was DEFINITELY homemade and was hearty enough for three meals. Needless to say we left happy.
The atmosphere is dressy, upscale and romantic but not overbearing and is a perfect spot for a date or a quick jaunt before or after a show. I know this place can get busy, so I would call ahead.