We found this place looking for a happy hour to take out friend too that was coming into town. From…read morethe menu, it looked and sounded great. Wine bar doesn't open till 5 which was when happy hour started. For the first hour, they had wine, well drinks and draft beer. A few small plates also offered. It's a wine and tapas bar. It's along El Paseo before you hit the main shopping area, depending on which way you come. Entrance has a nice wall created by ficus trees and mister spraying to keep you cool. There's a decent patio with a good amount of seating. Inside is where the party is. The place is set with two seating area. Right when you walk in is the bar. A good amount of hi top seating and tables. Hi top seating that are along the window were actually very uncomfortable. Padded seats were so narrow that seating was so uncomfortable but oh well. There's the other room seating area which houses all the wine on shelves. I believe it's also a wine store but that sectioned was closed for a private event. We just wanted a drink before dinner so no food was had. From the looks of the dishes that were coming out, they looked really nice. Tapas style dishes made for sharing. With happy hour, there was a couple dishes that was included. Also they offered a deal with a charcuterie board and a bottle included. We just went with a glass of their house red and white. And an order of spicy margaritas. It's a full bar so that was nice. Margaritas were great and house wine was decent. The service was great with the bartender who was a doll and very sweet. Made drinks and still had time to come check out on people. It was still early but it did pick up for happy hour which is from 5-6 right when they open. The place was quite nice and well decorated. Beautiful wine bar that's great for mingling with friends over food drinks and tapas. Will definitely be back for some food.

Loved the cocktail but completely forgot what it was called kinda like a cucumber mojito but with…read morevodka. Wine flight was perfect as they have a great variety. We let our bartender pick for us and she did great. They also have a premium wine flight available. The Mushroom Truffle Flatbread was definitely the start of the show. Very surprised at how delicious it was! We thought it was a pizza based in the previous photos but was perfect for the two of us.

THE AMBIANCE: Amazing hidden gem in the desert! This…read morerestaurant is located inside La Quinta Resort & Club, and the experience feels special from the moment you walk through the historic, tall arched wooden doors. The entrance lead you down a hallway toward the hostess stand, with couches, a bar and a piano being played to the left. To the right , you enter the main dining room. The space felt open, elegant, and immediately welcoming. Talk about fine dining at its best. The hostess was able to quickly seat our party of six, and our server immediately brought over the menus and filled our water glasses. THE FOOD: We started with the oysters , and they did not disappoint. They were served with a shallot mignonette which was vinegary in all the right ways. They were so good, that we ended up ordering a second round. For dinner, we all ordered the steak with mushrooms and broccoli. The steak was perfectly cooked, and every bite was bursting with flavor. Even the mushrooms and broccoli stood out. Everything was seasoned beautifully without overpowering the actual flavors of the vegetables. Even the bread was so good. It was served with three different butters. And dessert? Also top notch. It was the perfect ending to a wonderful dinner with friends. THE SERVICE: The service really added to the experience. Our server was attentive and took great care of us. The GM, Ray, also stopped by our table, and we ended up chatting and joking with him a bit. He was incredibly friendly and personable and made sure we were having a great experience. Between the setting, the food, the genuinely attentive service, this as one of those dinners where it all felt elevated. Definitely one of the many highlights of our stay at La Quinta Resort.

Morgan's in the Desert: Disappointment After Disappointment. $400 for Meh…read more After living in La Quinta for four years, we were ready to try Morgan's, as it's one of the last foodie restaurants in the Coachella valley that we haven't tried. We arrived early for our reservation, excited to grab a drink at the bar before dinner. Then we were told our table was already available... only to be seated at a dining table in the bar, off to the side, where apparently servers do not exist while staring at the back of the pianist and the barflies. The two bartenders were fantastic--especially Brian, who was working at warp speed--but they already had a packed bar to manage. Adding dining tables to their workload was clearly not realistic. Why were we seated there? Still a mystery. Reservation problems: I booked through the QR code advertised in The Gem for the August prix fixe dinners at La Quinta Resort's restaurants. When we arrived, we were told the prix fixe menu wasn't available that day. Sorry! So we ordered bread and oysters instead. About 15-20 minutes later, the manager came over and said they would honor the prix fixe after all. Great! Except... we'd already ordered appetizers. ‍ And wow, was it SLOW. We were seated at 5:30 and still didn't have our entrées at 7:00. Drinks regularly sat empty, and once the restaurant got busy around 6:30, water refills disappeared completely. Did I mention it was 110 degrees outside? The food? A mixed bag--but overall, wildly overpriced and underwhelming. * Oysters: Ice-cold and served with a good mignonette. Also pricey. * Bread: Fresh and warm, but the olive tapenade was aggressively salty. Again, overpriced. * Watermelon salad: The winner! Refreshing, flavorful, and the spicy nuts gave it a nice kick. Highly recommend. * Chicken cacciatore: Dry chicken, undercooked tomatoes, overcooked pasta. Never again. * Oscar filet: Delicious and well-prepared, but nothing memorable or special--especially for the price. Bottom line: We spent about $400 for a frustrating, painfully slow, mostly mediocre meal. There are too many great restaurants in the area to spend that kind of money on "meh." We won't be back.

We had a reservation here last Tuesday to try their "Restaurant Week" menu…read more We pulled into the parking lot a few minutes before reservation and there were only two cars in the parking lot so we drove around the back thinking that's where we're supposed to park but no cars there either and we were a bit confused. When we pulled back around to the front, there were some yellow pylons near the front of the entrance and some garbage on one of the outdoor tables and it looked very dark inside as if the lights were off, we figured they had to have been closed so we drove off to have dinner elsewhere. A bit later, we get a notice from OpenTable that we did not check in so I called the restaurant the following day to ask them what happened, the nice young lady that answered the phone told us that they were open at the time of our reservation. If they were indeed open, what a turn off to have only two cars in the parking lot, pylons in front and trash stacked on the outdoor table, I can't imagine what the inside would look like or the kitchen.

Attn. vegans and anyone who has dietary restrictions: AVOID THIS PLACE!…read more Even if you ask for a vegan version of a menu item, they'll give you the non-vegan version. And they'll make that mistake with both your appetizer and entree. If you're lucky and they don't mess up your order, it will be void of flavor. Just go anywhere else. You'll probably get better food and a better experience.

From the moment we walked in until the moment we left, this place reminded us what genuine…read morehospitality is supposed to feel like. We've dined here many times, but on our most recent visit we had the pleasure of meeting the new owners, Raphael and his lovely wife Angie, and honestly, what a beautiful couple. Humble, kind, welcoming, and the kind of people who make you feel like you've known them for years. We were celebrating our anniversary with our children and family, a group of 9, and unfortunately we were running late. I called and told them we'd be there in about 10 minutes, and instead of making us feel rushed or uncomfortable, they simply said, "Don't worry, we'll take care of you when you get here." That alone told me a lot about the kind of people they are. They seated all 9 of us comfortably and treated us like family. We ordered a little bit of everything, including almost all the appetizers. The bone marrow is an absolute MUST, especially with the toasted bread that comes with it. The kids loved the Iberico Jamón, which is truly a delicacy and absolutely worth trying. We also ordered the ribeye and specifically asked for it medium-well plus. The chef somehow cooked it exactly the way we had pictured it in our heads. Perfectly done and full of flavor. Honestly, everything that came out of that kitchen was delicious. The seasoning, the Mediterranean flavors, the quality of the ingredients, you can taste the care that goes into the food. But what really stood out were the little things. One of our kids got cold, and the owners noticed before we even said anything and adjusted the AC. Our bread was getting low, and before we could even ask, another basket appeared at the table. Those small details say more about a restaurant than anything else. They were paying attention. They cared. And they wanted us to have a great night. Raphael and Angie, thank you for welcoming us, taking care of our family, and making our anniversary dinner such a memorable evening. You didn't treat us like customers, you treated us like family, and that means a lot. We'll absolutely be back. Wishing you both nothing but success and many beautiful years ahead. See you soon! PS: I normally take photos of my food but the meals were too good and didn't get a chance for Photos

Terrible place. Not good whatsoever. Paella is half cooked, rice is hard. Lamb chomps was rare, it…read morewas taken back and still rare and certain sections burnt. Cauliflower purée is a pile of grease. Kids pasta was literally plain boiled pasta. I mean this place is charging $50 a dish for absolutely mediocre food. Horrible. Wouldn't recommend one ounce. I don't need a reservation in my name in order for me to have visited. I came tonight 6/8/26 7pm

I took my boyfriend here for his birthday dinner, and we left genuinely impressed. From the moment…read morewe walked in, we were warmly greeted and seated right away. Our server, Louisa, was absolutely wonderful. She was incredibly friendly, took the time to walk us through the menu, and even let us sample a variety of sake to help us find our favorite. Louisa truly made our experience memorable with her attentive and welcoming service. On top of that, the food was delicious. We had such a great time and will definitely be coming back. Highly recommend!

Da real deal, Toto Mo Oyshi (awesome) & Mo bettah than Tokyo bcuz: No jet lag & U don't need a big…read morebag of ca$h ...Don't get me wrong, It ain't cheap, but it's WORTH IT! Delightful Japanese Owner/Hostess Go with da seasoned broth & premium wagyu.... YOLO

There are a lot of reasons to eat at La Quinta Cliffhouse but in my most New Yawk accent ever you…read moreneed to know that their lobstah is from Maine. A lot of places in this desert serving lobster a lot of it from South Africa (and other place) and perhaps I'm biased but *taps heels* "there's no place like home!" The best lobster is hands down always gonna be the east coast. Sorry not sorry, rules is rules. In addition to great lobster they have Stuffed Zucchini Blossoms and if you grew up in or around Italian American culture, this dish is special. It gave warm fuzzies and memories of making these in childhood. They're light, crispy, salty and stuffed with delicious ricotta...a true gem of thia desert you won't want to miss. They were busy and service was still great. We sat outside to enjoy the beautiful cliffside view. The cocktail menu was fun and unique! And our kind server accommodated the birthday in our party with this huge ice cream tiered cake. If you plan on having another birthday, here is where you're going to want to celebrate! Thanks, @laquintacliffhouse for hosting us and making a special evening some how even more special.

We have been dining at this restaurant for over 16 years, and the food is consistently delicious…read moreand the servers are usually very friendly and accommodating. During our most recent visit, we enjoyed the seasonal Peach Blossom Cosmo cocktails, as well as the crispy calamari and Caesar salad. For our main courses, we ordered the braised short ribs and the pan-seared sea bass. Unfortunately, the sea bass did not taste fresh. We alerted our server, who promptly took it back to the kitchen, and we ordered a second braised short ribs instead, which was perfect. While this was a rare issue, we wanted to share our feedback. We look forward to returning soon, just as we have for all these years.

The food was phenomenal and the service was stellar. A beautiful little shop that feels cozy and…read morehomey. Sun was incredibly kind and helpful with any questions we had about menu items and checked on us every once in a while. Not a local but I will definitely be returning to this resturant when I'm in the area!

SHORT ANSWER: Yes, very good for small local ramen restaurant…read more LOCATION: Located in Palm Desert in the Whole Foods cluster of retail businesses. Parking can be a nightmare... FACILITY: Nice and clean inside, greeted at entry and seated immediately. MENU: Pretty simple to read, I am not a ramen expert but found what sounded good, and it was. FOOD PREP: it was oaky, not great like some of the other ramen placed we visit. FOOD QUALITY: very good, enjoyed the creamy base. WAITSTAFF: nice and very professional, very fast service at lunch. OVERALL VALUE: just ok, we shared a ramen bowl which made the $ better, but one bowl would be way too much for one person... we also enjoy a spicy tuna roll so we left stuffed. TIP: if you're an expert maybe this is great, just saying my world was not rocked.

Really enjoyed dinner here especially as a vegetarian. The options were great and I wanted to try…read moreeverything. But in time. The vegetarian paella is so delicious and well prepared. The portion size is plentiful. The potato tapas has a perfect blend of cream and spice. The Elote was perfect in every way. Everything was absolutely delicious and well prepared. The service was very attentive including all the way through the nicely presented take away packaging for my leftovers. A must visit.

Really great ambiance Service was great Multi dining areas…read morewhich is great The paella, which is a favorite of many is great if you like lots of rice and salty The appetizers were average Recommend this place for the ambience the food is good but nothing that's extraordinary But I'd recommend your own experience it's definitely worth a try

We absolutely loved this place! It's a cute little speakeasy in Palm Springs. The parking is valet…read morein the lot and is $15 just a heads up! You can park on the street for free though and walk over. The bar was super cute and we loved the theme! It was very small but we went around 9ish and there was only 3 other groups there, so we didn't have a problem. Our waitress was Katie, and she was great! She let us taste the wines before ordering them and we loved chatting with her. She also gave us a free Polaroid picture and it was so nice as my mom is visiting. A great keepsake! The food was so so good! We loved everything we ordered. It was all so unique and tasty. The confessional booths were also very fun to hang out in. Would definitely recommend going here!!

Such a cool place to visit. Great small bites and wine list. Love that you can get 3 ounce pours…read moreand try different things. It's very dark and moody. No reservations so get there when they open at 5.

The food is amazing awesome staff and food takes a while but the wait is worth it. Campechana is so…read moregood

Delicious Mexican food!! I totally understand why it is on the Michelin guide…read more The restaurant itself is a decent size with both indoor and outdoor seating, but I would def recommend getting indoor just because it is so hot. We got seated almost immediately and our server was super attentive and answered all of our questions about the menu. As for the food, all of the seafood was super fresh and the ceviche was so refreshing on such a hot day. The tacos were also very flavorful, with the shrimp one being our favorite. They did not skimp on the protein and vegetables in the short rib enchilada and posole either. All in all, I would highkey recommend this restaurant if you're in the area!