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Mitch's on El Paseo Prime Seafood
Diners’ top pick
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$$$$
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Californian
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4.8
(3737)
Thank you for choosing Mitch's on El Paseo.
Sushi, Specialty Sake Selections, Prime Steaks and Seafood. Serving Lunch and Dinner. Climatized patio, Located at the corner of Portola & El Paseo in Palm Desert. Come join us for great food and a fabulous time!
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Eddie V's - Palm Desert
$$$$
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Seafood
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4.7
(2424)
Eddie V's Prime Seafood is a luxury dining destination known for the seafood flown in from pristine waters around the world, as well as its premium hand-carved steaks. Dishes are artistically prepared and feature an ever-changing array of seasonal seafood, along with critically acclaimed prime center-cut steaks broiled to perfection. The restaurant's award-wining wine list, which has been recognized by Wine Spectator, has more than 300 wines curated by Eddie V's very own Advanced Sommelier. In the V Lounge, guests can sip classic and creative cocktails, and enjoy signature appetizers against a backdrop of live music trios.
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Chez Pierre Bistro
$$$$
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French
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4.7
(1358)
Chez Pierre Bistro is an authentic and most charming French bistro that everybody wished they had in their neighborhood, where Chef Pierre develops his profound love for creative and innovative ideas in his kitchen.
The ambiance is intimate, friendly, his staff always very professional and his charming wife Esther watches over the dining room.
Chef Pierre has the extensive knowledge, passion and respect of the best ingredients from local farmers markets. His cuisine is superb and his daily specials are impressive, unique and follow the seasons.
In the winter you can find his famous cassoulet, in the spring, shad roe and soft shell crabs, in the summer, paella in addition to a selection of wild fish.
It is no surprise that Chez Pierre Bistro has been voted Best French restaurant of the Desert for the past 10 years and nominated among ”Best Chef of America” by his peers.
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Piero's Pizzavino
Top-rated food
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$$$$
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Italian
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4.7
(1411)
Four Key Ingredients for PizzaVino's true authentic Neapolitan Pizza--it's all about balance. The Oven, San Marzano tomatoes, Fior di Latte Mozzarella & Doppio Zero Flour. We are more than just pizza at Our Comfortable Home away from Home Restaurant. We offer Fresh Locally Grown, Organic Fruits & Vegetables, Fresh Seafood, Quality Cuts of Meat, Salads with our homemade dressings, as well as Desserts like Your Mom use to or still does make! We are OPEN LATER than Most!
Buon Appetito
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Castelli's
$$$$
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Italian
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4.7
(3943)
Named by Zagat Survey America’s 1,000 top Italian restaurants. Enter the doors of Castelli’s and you’ll believe you have just stepped into a small bistro in romantic Tuscany.
No baseball hats, no tank tops and no flip flops.
Womens designer hats are allowed.
* As of Jan 31, 2023, Castelli's is no longer accepting the $25.00 Hanson's Garage Door Gift Certificates.
**The promotion has expired**
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French Rotisserie Cafe
$$$$
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French
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4.7
(1199)
We offer a comfortable Parisian bistro ambiance and quality ingredients without formality. The delectable flavors of Regional French cuisine are at the root of our inspiration. We change with the seasons to keep our menu fresh and exciting. The Fall Menu features Free Range Rotisserie Chicken, Escargots, Duck Confit, Lobster Vol-au-Vent, Paella a La Valenciana, Bouillabaisse, Cassoulet de Toulouse, our Signature Snake River Farms 14oz Veal Chop & American Wagyu Eye of the Rib Eye, Chilean Seabass Sauce aux Agrumes, Skuna Bay Salmon, and much more. Since we prepare our dressings and sauces in house, no additives or preservatives are used offering several options for Gluten-free and vegetarian diners. Paris inspired Craft Cocktails & Full Bar, French Provenance Wine List & Specialty beers. Join us and take a quick trip to Paris.... A très bientôt,
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FERRO
Top-rated hospitality
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$$$$
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Contemporary Italian
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4.6
(1306)
FERRO offers a modern Italian menu featuring fresh pasta, Neopolitan-style pizza cooked to order in the outdoor pizza oven, thick steaks, fresh seafood, and house-made desserts. With a full bar, a great selection of both Italian and New World wines, and rotating tap beer choices. There is something for everybody!
Enjoy live music under the pines almost every night in the expansive concert area or quieter al fresco dining on the front deck. In the winter, cozy up to the beautiful fireplace in the elegant lounge/bar.
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Musashi Japanese Restaurant
$$$$
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Sushi
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4.7
(355)
Established in 1996. Musashi Japanese Restaurant and Sushi Bar has a long history of providing the Palm Desert and the Valley with the highest quality Japanese cuisine prepared skillfully.
OVER THE PAST 20 YEARS, OUR STAFF LED BY EXECUTIVE SUSHI CHEF MASAO ARAI AND AKI AKIFUMI CONTINUES THE JAPANESE TRADITION OF FRESH FISH, SOUPS AND NOODLES, AND MEATS. TRADITIONAL JAPANESE PREPARATION WITH THE FINEST INGREDIENTS AND TECHNIQUES. MUSASHI JAPANESE RESTAURANT AND SUSHI BAR REPRESENTS AND HOLDS TRUE THE LEGACY OF JAPANESE AND CALIFORNIA CUISINE.
*We seat entire party together.
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Cork Tree Restaurant
$$$$
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Californian
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4.7
(3694)
Cork Tree Restaurant is built around California products. Local ingredients are used whenever possible and wines of the West Coast, particularly California, are featured.
The wine list is always a work in progress, with a balance of well known wineries, as well as boutique wineries.
Cork Tree enhabits a style rich in California elegance. Large and round booths privately encased in wood and fabric provide intimate spaces for conversation and romance, while providing views of the understated glamour of the dining room. Beautiful Palm Trees and a natural cascading fountain make the Cork Tree Patio wind-protected and well-appointed for dining under the stars. Additionally, depending on the size of your celebration, two private dining options await.
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Jillian's
Great vibe
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$$$$
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International
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4.8
(935)
Romantic. Inviting. Original. Uncompromising quality.
Superb cuisine graciously served in an extraordinary atmosphere, is the unique inspiration of proprietors Jay and June Trubee.
Guests will experience a masterful Eclectic cuisine. Our menus are designed to include seasonal local ingredients, classic Jillian’s dishes and, of course, your preferences. To accompany your meal, we offer an extensive selection of fine wines from around the world.
Whether you choose one of our distinctive dining rooms or the inviting outdoor courtyard, enchanting garden or private terrace, every detail will be attended to, every need met. With everything from the menu selection to the wine pairings and flower arrangements that can be custom-designed for a most memorable occasion.
RESERVATIONS FOR 5 GUESTS OR MORE.......CALL (760) 776-8242
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Cuistot
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Contemporary French / American
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4.5
(2647)
Cuistot offers fine California/French cuisine and is located at the Southwest intersection of Highway 111 and El Paseo. Cuistot has consistently earned top ratings in the Zagat Survey and was named one of six restaurants in the United States to score a perfect 100 for food by the Conde Nast Traveler. Dine under the stars on our beautiful terrace overlooking a desert water oasis or in one of our elegant dining rooms.
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Ristorante Mamma Gina
$$$$
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Italian
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4.6
(1374)
Now Open for a Wonderful Indoor & Outdoor Dining Experience!
For over 34 years, Ristorante Mamma Gina has been serving truly authentic Tuscan dishes to the Palm Desert community.
Our family grew up in Florence, and we love sharing the delicious flavors and traditional recipes that have been passed down through the generations.
It's a real passion for us -- giving our best and showing total devotion to our customers is just what we do. We consider every member of our team and every person who walks in our doors as a part of the family. With a welcoming atmosphere and meals that are sure to delight, we'll make you feel as if you've stepped into Florence.
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Le Donne Cucina Italiana
Great budget-friendly spot
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$$$$
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Italian
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4.4
(947)
Taste the authentic flavors of Italy at Le Donne Cucina Italiana! Voted best Italian restaurant in Palm Desert three years running by the Desert Sun and Palm Springs Life, Le Donne Cucina Italiana makes pastas fresh every day using old-world techniques. You'll love the sophisticated atmosphere and delicious, authentic Italian dishes.

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  • TomM
    1 review
    5.0
    Dined 1 day ago
    All dishes were excellent. Twin lobster tails, salmon and the seafood soup outstanding. Roasted oysters were delightful. Caesar and wedge salads were tasty. After dinner drinks were special treats. Cheyenne and all service staff were very attentive. Always a delightful time at Pacifica. Cheers.
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    Pacifica Seafood Restaurant$$$$• Seafood• Palm Desert
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    4.5
  • SheriDvip
    Palm Springs / Palm Desert Cities •46 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 1 day ago
    Excellent as always. Great service, food, wine, etc...one of our favorites!
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    Mimmo's Italian Restaurant$$$$• Italian• Palm Desert
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    4.5
  • SusanR
    Palm Springs / Palm Desert Cities •3 reviews
    5.0
    Dined on Jan 2, 2023
    January 1, 2023 We had an amazing dinner. We felt like we were in France. The pace of the service was perfect. We were eating in several courses and no course was served until everyone had finished the previous course. My husband’s coq au vin was the best he’d ever eaten. My Coquilles St. Jacques were delicious and our guest enjoyed her sand dabs. The menu is extensive and it took a bit of time to make our selections. We could easily find good choices on the wine list to compliment our choice of our main dishes. Our appetizer selection was the escargot that were delicious. Our first courses of French Onion soup and simple salad of greens, roquefort, and candied walnuts was a delicious continuation of our meal. We shared a flourless chocolate cake and an espresso gourmand topped off our meal. We left smiling and happy to have begun 2023 with an outstanding dinner.
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    Café Des Beaux-Arts$$$$• French• Palm Desert
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    4.6
  • OpenTable Dinervip
    San Francisco Bay Area •2 reviews
    5.0
    Dined on Jan 2, 2023
    Food was great and staff was amazing
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    Mastro's Steakhouse - Palm Desert$$$$• Steak• Palm Desert
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    4.6
  • chauffeurP
    San Diego •44 reviews
    5.0
    Dined on Jan 2, 2023
    Excellent food, great birthday dinner spot!
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    Ruth's Chris Steak House - Palm Desert$$$$• Steakhouse• Palm Desert
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    4.5

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Palm Springs may be located in the midst of the desert, but it is a veritable oasis of culinary delights. While the Palm Desert neighborhood is best known for its mid-century American diner scene with classic hamburgers and oversized milkshakes, the people of Palm Springs have created an international fusion to delight every palate. This quaint yet entertaining district features Mexican, Italian, Thai and Hawaiian fare, just to name a few. The hotels are a great place to find the unique Palm Springs blend of diners and luxurious atmosphere, especially when you're craving brunch with a group of friends. For you night owls, Palm Springs offers a nightlife full of bars that pair mouthwatering cocktails with delectable small plates and bites.

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