Cozy and intimate setting, good prices, and nice options for drinks and snacks. Also a good place to have a cute little dessert-and-coffee-date. However, I must go there on certain days, due to the fact that there is one female server who is quite obnoxious, and is often under the impression that everyone in the room wants to hear her rather un-witty and uninformed "soap box" comments, or what she feels are funny/charming statements. The specific example that comes to mind is her loudly vocalized stance on being strongly opposed to abortion. I'll refrain from going off on some social or political tangent here, because everyone has the right to their own viewpoints, but I would suggest to this employee three things: 1.) Customers do not come to receive these broadcasted pseudo-lectures from you; 2.) Keep in mind that there just might be a patron or two who would be sensitive to this particular topic (eg, victims of forced intercourse); 3.) Rather than wearing clothing that falsely suggests you might be "punk-rock" or liberal-minded, wear something that would give a better indication of your narrow-minded, uneducated, unprofessional "Agro-ness" so no one is confused when they walk into this sweet little coffee house.

I decided visit this coffee shop because a heard it was good. I'll admit it's located at a very cool spot right on Ladd's Circle in Ladd's Addition. Unfortunately, when I walked in I was greeted by a foul odor, like spoiled milk. The smell permeated throughout the shop but eventually my nostrils got used to it. The employees also seemed to be drinking the sour milk because they seemed smug and very bored. The drinks were ok not anything I would go out of my way for. It does have a really cool decor throughout the place though. Maybe, caught them on a bad day but as for my last it was really disappointing.

A great place to get away for a cup of coffee and some studying. I also go with friends and share some of their yummy desserts and play a game of scrabble. (They have a stack of games on the shelves in the back.)

Its always fun, the prices are right and the people who work their and get their coffee at Palio are always an interesting bunch.

When I lived in Ladd's this was my favorite place to go. It's right on the beautiful Ladd's Circle and the ambience is slow, laid-back, peaceful, and park-like. The raised book-nook is cosy and there are board games and reading material for your pleasure. My other favorite table is like a picnic table in another nook-- it's cosy and makes you feel like you're hanging out in a park, but warm and dry. The interior is really neat and relaxing-- interesting windows and hanging lamps abound. The people behind the counter are always friendly, and they always have a selection of good vegan cookies. Fabulous un-rushed hangout spot. It's the best to take a walk around the rose gardens and stop here for refreshment.

Palio is great if you want a low-key place to read a book, play a game, or chat quietly with friends. The cheesecakes are fantastic, too!