Suggestion for food: Never, never eat so much that you feel full. (There could be something wonderful coming up next!) Also, never, never finish food that you don't like. You really won't hurt anyone's feelings if you try something new and then decide that you don't like it. Save room for that next something wonderful!
After our recent experience at Palo, I totally agree with your advice! We started out with an appetizer platter which I wasnt too thrilled with. Then soup & salad which was pretty good. Our meals were very good(couldnt finish it though), and dessert was unbelieveable. It just kept getting better and better!