Pat'e Palo European Brasserie
A European-style brasserie on Plaza de España, with outdoor seating directly facing the Alcázar de Colón, claiming to be on the site of the first tavern in the Americas.
Located on Plaza de España, this restaurant offers outdoor seating with views of the Alcázar de Colón. The owners claim the building dates back to 1505 and was the first tavern in the Americas (a claim from the merchant's promotion). The dishes fuse European and Caribbean flavors, with frequently mentioned items including beef with porcini sauce, spicy sea bass, coconut curry shrimp, and grilled octopus, along with vegetarian options. Prices are high, averaging about 40–65 USD per person. It is open for lunch, dinner, and brunch.
Opening hours
Commonly cited as Sun–Thu 11:00–01:00, Fri–Sat 10:00–02:00 (sources vary)
Nearby sights
- Plaza de España
- Alcázar de Colón
- Museo de las Casas Reales
- Ruins of the Monastery of San Francisco
- National Pantheon
- Ruins of the Hospital San Nicolás de Bari
- Calle Las Damas
- Ciudad Colonial