Amazing food and service for a little birthday celebration I attended here. Harmony was an incredible server. She even separated out our bills individually. read more

The food was amazing the chicken parmasean was delish! One of the workers stood out to me his name is Ramiro very friendly always an enjoyment to be around always on it made sure our glasses were never empty excellent worker I'd recommend my friends and family most definitely! read more

We were very happy with our dinner here, which was a birthday celebration. The service was excellent; our server understood that we were not in a rush, and he timed the delivery of our food perfectly. A pet peeve of mine is when food is delivered before cocktails are done, which he obviously understood! Delicious, warm rolls were served with tasty butter. We had three different salads, and all were delicious. Goat cheese and beets! But the steaks were easily the best part of the meal. One of us had the steak frite entree, and he said it was one of the best steaks he's ever had, and the fries were exquisite! I had the filet mignon, which was perfectly cooked, incredibly tasty, and best of all, reasonably priced! The prices are refreshingly affordable, with lots of bottles of wine under $40. Please do not change this! We want to go back for Happy Hour, but in any case we'll be back for more. The waiter also overheard that it was birthday, and he brought a shareable dessert to the table. The ambiance is cool, also, a very interesting space with irregular rooms and tasteful decor. We are very excited for this addition to the neighborhood! read more

We have been here twice. Once for dinner and more recently for happy hour. The food both times was very good. The service for the happy hour was also excellent. There were few people at happy hour possibly because it is early, only 3-5pm . They may attract more people to the bar if it was longer. The last issue we had at happy hour was a fairly weird one. There was music playing, however one of the workers who I assume was on a break was playing some sort of video on his phone. It was so loud it actually was louder than the music. We didn't complain but it was odd that if owner/manager was in house nothing was said. With all of the fabulous restaurants in this area, they need to do better. read more

Came here with a group of 6 for dinner. While we arrived separately were taking our time deciding what to eat because we were visiting, the first round of drink service was lacking, having to ask for a couple of drinks more than once. When we were ready to order, it took a while to flag someone down. The first thing we all agreed on were the rolls tasted like frozen rolls from Costco heated up. There was just no flavor. They also only gave us one pat of butter! To share!!!! And these rolls needed to be smothered in butter to give them any kind of taste. I can't speak for everyone else's food, but I had the Chicken Parm, and it was just OK. The chicken didn't have any, extremely little, breading or seasoning making it taste like grilled chicken covered in cheese with some pasta sauce. The portions were big enough, just not tasty enough to finish. They also failed my refill my Diet Coke test. Not good. The servers were nice enough, just slow. Some others in our group seemed to enjoy their food, I just wasn't impressed. read more

We ate brunch here for the first time last weekend. We both enjoyed the food very much. I had the blueberry pancakes with a side of bacon. Both came hot and were very tasty. My husband had the lox Benedict with fruit and said it was delicious. The ambience here is so lovely, the parking is easy, and the service is great. We love coming to this neighborhood gem. read more

It was alright. Stroganoff was tasty. Presentation was very nice.. Ambiance good however they need to get rid of the fake plant wall the table was shoved up against. Lots of chandeliers was fun. read more

Great service, great food, will definitely be back. Our server Juan took great care of us. The atmosphere is fantastic and ambiance is relaxing and fun! read more

California Bistro - Raspberry lemon drop - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Rancho Mirage, California

Excellent waiter. Food was decent too. Spot was really empty which gave it an eerie feel.

Omg? I love when I crave something and get it and it's just right. My steak was cooked perfect ok nice flavor, eggs were fluffy and light and the blueberry pancake was everything and more. Harmony made my experience even better with a small chat and helping me with the menu. Thanks Harmony girllllll !!!!!!! I had the patio to myself. It needed one of those fly fans on the table for sure. Overall I loved it !!!!! read more

California Bistro - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Rancho Mirage, California

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Amazing food, wonderful staff, especially my favorite server Bri! I've been for breakfast and dinner and everything was SO good. Eggs Benedict, Mushroom Soup & Scallops were my favorites. Desserts amazing also! Love this place. read more

I loved having a newer place to go that has a very appealing interior and great food. Staff was excellent. We came at lunch and this place was jam-packed. I think they're going to do very very well and they have a great summer menu - three course pre-fixed menu for $39 that looks amazing for dinner. read more

We had heard good things about California Bistro, and went to try for dinner. It wasn't bad, per se, it just wasn't as good as I hoped. The menu was rather benign, all the usual expected dishes and nothing really stood out. We asked the waiter what was good, and he struggled to answer. Got the calamari to start - crispy, not chewy, but the sauce lacked flavor. The chicken Marsala was a little dry, sauce and noodles were a little bland. This location is right between Foxy's and Willie's, so there's three restaurants in a row that serve the same food. read more

Great breakfast place -had their omelettes which were delicious. Great service and such an elegant chic atmosphere with pretty chandeliers and decor. read more

California Bistro - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Rancho Mirage, California

Excellent food; excellent service. Great Happy Hour!! I had the venison sliders with blueberry goat & caramelized onions. My friend had the avocado & tuna stack, which was tasty too. read more

California Bistro - Venison sliders - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Rancho Mirage, California

California Bistro in Rancho Mirage is a hidden gem worth finding. The ambiance is beautiful and inviting, with a lovely outdoor patio that's perfect for relaxing, especially during happy hour. The menu offers breakfast, lunch, dinner, and a popular Sunday brunch menu. The food is consistently delicious, portions are generous, and prices are very reasonable. What truly stands out is the excellent, fast service. The staff is friendly, attentive, and accommodating, creating a welcoming experience from start to finish. If you're in Rancho Mirage, make the effort to seek out California Bistro--you'll be glad you did. read more

Having read some positive reviews for this new spot, we gave it a try for breakfast, which is served 8:00-11:00. It was nearly eleven, but they assured us we could order breakfast, though by the time we were starting to eat, the lunch crowd showed up and the place got more lively. Perhaps too much so, as the noise level was beyond our preference. Service was polite, prompt, professional and attentive. One of us had ab omelette with some fruit and two slices of completely dry toast, which needed something to put on it, maybe butter, more likely jelly or jam. Two of us had pancakes, one with blueberries and one plain, but they added sliced strawberries to the plain order anyhow. Both were tasty and filling. This restaurant has three serving times, breakfast, lunch and dinner, and a full bar for the after work audience. Other than the dry toast, the only other nit was a pesky fly that constantly circled. read more

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Great place to enjoy brunch with friends. Ambiance was very beautiful and the staff were great. I enjoyed a vegetarian omelette with home fries and it was just to my liking. The coffee was excellent!! read more

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Very sparse for a Saturday night. Sergio, our server, couldn't have been nicer. Drinks took about 29 minutes, which considering the small number of people was a little surprising.. Food was OK ,, some better than others. One ordered lamb and it was a bit rarer than ordered so our friend got an extra drink as an apology which was nice. My dish of scallops was good. Dessert was peach cobbler and that was delicious. Was disappointed the gelato listed on the menu was not available but didn't hinder experience: one person commented that the silverware was cheap and not a good fit for the atmosphere.. I'd recommend a better remodel of the space and a little more elegance. read more

California Bistro - Scallops with risotto. - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Rancho Mirage, California

On the positive side, ambiance is very nice. Sat at the bar. Bartender was great. I was disappointed with the menu. I had a hard time finding something I wanted. I ended up with the tuna on crispy rice. That was very sad. The rice was not crispy, tuna was ok. I ordered the gluten free eggplant Parmesan. Hardly any eggplant and too much sauce and cheese. I applaud the restaurant for having a gluten free option but it was poorly done. While sitting at the bar two people who sat down ended up leaving as they were dissatisfied with the service as they waited a long time and no one ever came over to take a drink or food order. I hope they get it together as the location and venue are very nice. I hope they re-think the menu. I would like to see them succeed but a lot needs to improve. read more

I was very pleasantly surprised when visiting the former villa abate and carnival lounge location in Rancho mirage yesterday. It is sandwiched in between Willies and Foxy's on the corner of Frank Sinatra and hwy. 111. Upon entering it has stark white walls and black floors. I joined a friend from Palm Springs at the bar. We each had a glass of wine, I ordered the mango shrimp salad, which was ample with very large perfectly chilled, deveined shrimp and avocado ....he ordered the Turkey sandwich with seasoned beer battered fries. There was a delightful aioli in the sandwich and a side of cranberry sauce. Our waiter/bartender was extremely attentive and our meals are delivered in under 10 minutes. A very enjoyable experience. read more

California Bistro - Shrimp mango avocado salad and a glass of Chardonnay - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Rancho Mirage, California

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We just an exceptional experience at California Bistro! We had a party of 13 girls for a birthday party for Sunday Brunch. The food was really good and the service was impeccable! Our server, Jarmony was professional and friendly and catered to all our needs from beginning to end. The manager was also so kind and even came over and gave the birthday girl a complementary tequilla shot! The food was so fresh and prompt! Its a new restaurant in our valley, please visit them for great food and exceptional service! read more

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Great ambiance, really good food, loved the menu, the service was excellent, we enjoyed everything about this place!

My friend and I both got recommendations for this place, so we decided to give it a try. The restaurant and bar spaces are both beautiful and all staff we encountered were friendly and professional. We found a table in the bar and ordered off the happy hour menu, which offers $2 off ALL alcohol, not just select items. My friend got the fish and chips (she loved it) and I tried the venison sliders with blue cheese and caramelized onions. Both dishes had ample portions. Sliders came with sweet potato and regular fries, which was a nice surprise. We shared the apple pie dessert, which felt more like a bread pudding and was absolutely delicious. Special shoutout to our waiter, Angel. He was very attentive and really went the extra mile for us on a special request. Just a terrific experience. I'll definitely return. read more

Food was really good, service was great. Very nice ambiance, definitely coming back. Thank you Good selection of alcohol read more

Food is expensive and mine was supposed to be a hot sandwich with a cream sauce came out cold and congealed. Drink was $20 and was very bland - couldn't taste any alcohol at all. I won't be back. read more

First time visiting and went for happy hour. Great experience! Chris's margarita is the best I've ever had (found out he is only there Fridays, worth planning for that!). I had the turkey burger and it was perfect, perfect French fries too. Big restaurant with multiple areas for different moods - more casual or more upscale. Looking forward to going back and trying more food items. read more

A very new restaurant. We were here for breakfast and it was good except the portion was on the light side. read more

California Bistro - Three eggs breakfast - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Rancho Mirage, California

2 Star on this review says "Could have been better" and that is perfect. It wasn't awful but definitely could have better food. The staff were wonderful, atmosphere was nice, prices are about as expected. But the menu and food both needed some help. We looked at the menu on the website before going and looked fine so we went. Normally there is some type of theme or angle for the menu but looked like they looked at 20 other restaurant menus and took a couple things from each. The food (at least what we had) seemed pretty flavorless. The Sanddabs had no taste at all. It at least had some sauce but very little. Even it's vegetables were bland. Our other plate- Linguini Shrimp Checca sounded good with basil, garlic, sun-dried tomatoes and shrimp. The basil bits were tiny and no flavor. Garlic? Didn't taste any at all. The tomatoes were just chopped tomatoes. They were not sun-dried which is the reason I ordered this dish as I love sun-dried tomatoes. After dinner we even commented on the rolls- fresh, warm, and a slight smell of hot fresh bread but when eating- no flavor. Funny how that same theme ran throughout the whole meal. We might go back some time but not for awhile. Oh, and before we went I had heard they charge you to use your credit card. I checked the menu to see if there was a notice and there was not. When I got the bill it had a "Cash" price and a "Non-Cash" price. The non-cash was 4% higher. Even the bill does not say cc fee or even the amount. Ours was $2.88 fee. Really? Just put it in your food costs. Not advising people in advance is NOT good business. Oh, and if you look at their own online menu you would expect it to be the same as the menu you are given in the restaurant. Some food items are different which is fine but the Scallops says $38 on their website yet the menu you get in the restaurant shows $48. read more

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This is a beautiful new restaurant. Went there for lunch with a large group and the wait staff was very accommodating. Lots of good choices to pick from. A great addition to the neighborhood. read more

Nice new restaurant still getting up to speed. I expect some of the kinks to be worked out in the next few weeks, such as getting all plates to the table while still warm, fixing wobbly tables, and not charging for a split just because we wanted to share a salad off the same plate (the manager did comp that when we asked ). I do hope they will go more bold with spiciness (they provided crushed red pepper on request), as most Coachella Valley cuisine is a step above nursing home spice levels. read more

The service was very nice and the patio was lovely on a beautiful spring evening. The food was good. Maybe a little expensive given the quality, but overall it was a nice meal without needing a reservation on a beautiful Friday night. read more

California Bistro - Halibut - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Rancho Mirage, California

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Delightful surprise! California Bistro is open for business. We stopped by for brunch and the Eggs Benedict are delicious. Outdoor seating is spotless and the servers were excellent (Bravo, Sergio!). Located next to Willie's. Prices are not bad. read more

California Bistro - Patio at California Bistro - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Rancho Mirage, California

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Great food great service I will definitely be back it's a must try James was a good server

This is a very pretty restaurant. We ate there for lunch. I had the Chicken Pesto Panini with French fries and it was delicious. My friend had the Croque Monsieur and it was also good. Service was fast, efficient, and pleasant. It wasn't too expensive. read more

A friend and myself have been doing our weekly breakfast here for about two months now. The food is outstanding, the service perfect and the restaurant itself is most pleasant and comfortable. I have no doubt that lunch and dinner are equally as good. read more

A group of us had lunch there today to celebrate a BDay. Excellent food, excellent service. Super cute place as well. Highly recommend! read more

Food was excellent. Food is reasonably priced ..early happy hour from 3 to 5. Only sat at the bar and service was very good.

Service was great, very cosy atmosphere but the food was subpar. The kind of food you would expect from a late night diner but with way higher prices. We ordered the breakfast burrito and the Denver omelette. The burrito was reminiscent of our college dorm burritos, which we enjoyed but expected a higher quality. The omelette was greatly overcooked. read more

Last night was our 2nd visit. 1st time we enjoyed Happy Hour; great options and delicious beverages! Last night I enjoyed the Chicken Parmigiana & my husband had the Lobster ravioli. Both plates were delicious! + We enjoyed their Tiramisu for dessert. Everything was spectacular from service staff, to quality of food. Atmosphere was soothing; not too noisy; clean; background music. Truly a new restaurant that is run well with quality service & staff! read more