Lively Palermo beer-and-burger hangout with strong drinks, late-night energy, and a fun patio vibe, but food consistency and service can be a real gamble on the wrong night.
Casa Temple delivers what it promises: a lively beer hall with strong happy-hour energy and a fun outdoor scene, but food execution is inconsistent and occasionally concerning. Burger quality swings from praised to heavily criticized, with repeat visits producing opposite experiences, while safety incidents including undercooked meat and a wire complaint raise red flags. Go for the beer, the social atmosphere, and the late-night vibe—not for reliable, quality dining.
Casa Temple feels like a Palermo beer-and-burger command center: lively, late-running, and built for people who want drinks first and dinner second. Reviews repeatedly point to a fun outside area, strong beer, and a social atmosphere, with one happy guest calling it the kind of place where the evening just keeps going. At its best, it sounds like a place with easy momentum; at its worst, it can feel rushed, chaotic, or just plain careless. The food leans straightforward bar fare rather than culinary fireworks: burgers, fries, empanadas, mozzarella sticks, and the occasional chicken bite with a curry twist. When the kitchen is on form, diners like the burgers and the classic comfort-food lineup, but the sample also shows the downside of a simple menu: thin patties, cold plates, rough portioning, and a few serious safety complaints. In other words, go for the beer, the happy-hour energy, and the casual social scene, not because you’re chasing a chef-y revelation. For families, this is a mixed bag. The menu does include kid-friendly staples like cheese burgers, fries, empanadas, and mozzarella sticks, so picky eaters won’t be stranded. But the overall mood is very much late-night adult hangout rather than family restaurant, and the noise, pace, and bar-centric energy make it a better fit for older kids or a quick casual stop than a relaxed dinner with little ones.
Area vibe: Trendy, nightlife- and dining-focused barrio with eclectic shops and bars.
Safety: Generally safe in main commercial streets at night with active foot traffic, usual urban precautions after late hours.
What's nearby: Near Palermo Hollywood/SoHo dining streets, bars, boutique shops, and good transport links.