A great find in Indian Wells! Their bread is amazing - the complimentary bread and the garlic…read morebread. The chicken parmagiana was the best I've had in a long time. The wings was excellent. And fettuccine Alfiado was good too. We were not hungry enough to try their pizza. But we will be back to try it next time. I have a 4 star only because we waited a long time to be seated. But once seated, the server was friendly and the food came out quickly. The ambiance felt like a local bar but still family friendly.

We have been meaning to come to this place for a long time. We finally bit the bullet and made it…read more We're glad we did. it's going to be our go-to for lunch and watching football. They have a great setup with a full bar. Full cocktails, beer, wine, plus a nice menu of sandwiches, salads and pizzas. Oh yes they plus they have some pasta. I think. We went for the Cobb salad and the turkey sandwich. Toasted of course. Very nicely done. They also bring out complimentary, buttery pretzel bread sticks which were just so buttery. Delicious! You got to go. During the season I think all the TV screens will be lit up with your local game. With the demise of the Beer Hunter, I think this is where we'll be going to watch our football. Go get you some!!

Kiki's is back! The…read moreengaging owner, Jack, is a valley institution, having owned 22 restaurants in 35+ years. Burrata: excellent quality with the crave worthy house-made focaccia. Kiki's Sala: salanova lettuce is unusual but tasty -- like arugula without the bitterness. This is a large portion which you could share with four people as an appetizer. Sugar Snap Pea pizza: unexpected flavors with snap peas, mushrooms, & stracciatella. Table was divided on whether this worked. Cacio e Pepe: this version uses bucatini and is a little creamier than the classic. I ate it all regardless. Grilled Avocado: the name ignores that it includes fried artichokes as well. Satisfying and not too garlicky. Another large portion. The only disappointing item was the Polenta -- a little bland. If you get the Chicken Parm, you only need a half portion. Jack says the best two dishes are the Caesar and Linguini & Clams. They fly in Juniors cheesecake from NY! Full bar, attractive ambiance, and well trained staff. Go to Kiki's.

From the moment we walked in, the experience stood out. We had to wait a bit longer than expected…read morefor our table, but the staff handled it so thoughtfully--our waitress was incredibly friendly and sweet, and even brought us complimentary bread while we waited, which immediately made us feel taken care of. Once seated, the service only got better. Our waitress continued to be warm, attentive, and genuinely welcoming without ever feeling overbearing. What really impressed us was the owner making the rounds to personally greet each table--it added such a personal, heartfelt touch that you don't often see. As for the food, it absolutely delivered. The chicken parm was perfectly cooked with rich, comforting flavors, and the hanger steak was tender, juicy, and full of flavor. Between the exceptional service and the delicious dishes, this was one of those meals that leaves you already planning your next visit.

Food is good. But NEVER will they have your order ready on time. I called in 1-1/2 hrs before, got…read morethere at the time they said and still had to wait 45 min. If it was busy I 100% understand but I was the only 1 in there waiting.

To Go Order. Vegetarian Pizza and we added Canadian Bacon…read more It was very, very good. Was ready when promised. Will return when in the area.

This is differently an experience and well worth the trip. The food and service were perfect.read more

4.5 I 'd the entrance, the speak ez vibe, cocktails & the…read morefoodAn intimate setting with great lighting & decor. The menu might be considered small however plenty of excellent choices for everyone's palate. We started with martinis Aviation gin for me & Ketel 1 for my hubs complete with bleu cheeses olives served tall & verrry cold. Our appetizer choice, the deep fried artichokes served with a creamy tasty aioli nicely presented however a bit over salted for our tastes, hence the 4.5 vs 5 stars. We came in to Italica wanting pasta the Bolognese with wild boar/fennel sausage arrived practically overflowing from the bowl, easily could have served 2 or possibly an appetizer to share at the table. My choice the Spaghetti Alio Olio presented bucatini pasta with bread crumbs & pecorino cheese ~ OOOOH MY, sooooo DELICIOUS my bowl was inhaled. Mid meal we ordered the prosciutto ~ fig jam flatbread just perfection the jam adding sweetness in every crunchy bite. To full from our appetizer & pasta we skipped dessert this trip but we'll be back!!!!!! as the drive to Indio from Palm Desert is maybe 30 min (+\~) easy & plentiful FREE PARKING be sure to look for the all stainless patchwork door for entry, once inside relax & enjoy the vibe.

I've been here a couple times and had a really good experience. We ate outside both times, and even…read morethought it was hot, it was surprisingly comfortable but opted to eat inside on the last visit. Having done both, I prefer outside as it can get loud and feel a bit crowded on the inside. Service is top notch and the pizza is excellent. Toppings are plentiful without being overpowering, and I love their crust and sauce. More importantly, it passes the take home and reheat later test.

Well we used to love coming here But... the pizza was…read morehorrible First was wrong one brought to table Second had no sauce and just cheese and toppings. This might and most likely be last time here. So sad Oh asked for new napkins... nope didn't get... Asked for another water and nope... didn't get

Ristorante Mamma Gina was an outstanding experience from start to finish. The restaurant has a very…read moreclassy, elegant interior with a charming ambiance that makes you feel welcome the moment you walk in. Our server, Francisco, was exceptional. He was incredibly patient, knowledgeable, and took the time to answer all of our questions and explain the dishes without ever making us feel rushed. His service was truly top-notch. The food was absolutely amazing--every dish was full of incredible flavor and perfectly prepared. A special mention goes to our son's fettuccine Alfredo, which was honestly the best I've ever tasted. It was rich, creamy, and absolutely delicious. The attention to detail throughout our meal really stood out. Our water glasses were never even close to empty, and the ice-cold water was constantly refreshed without us having to ask. From the outstanding food to the impeccable service, this was a five-star dining experience in every way. Thank you, Francisco, and the entire team at Ristorante Mamma Gina. We look forward to coming back the next time we're in Palm Desert!

The ambiance is Beautiful. The staff are friendly…read more The food is absolutely horrible. Salmon is farmed, they said it was fresh but unfortunately I have been getting diarrhea and vomiting within hours of eating this. The beet salad was delicious- can't go wrong with boiling beets and chopping it up. The pear salad was gross and wilted. The spaghetti was not al dente, sadly it was over cooked. Our entire group was not impressed by the meals, but enjoyed the ambiance! If you want to lose a few pounds- get the salmon-

Delicious dinner at our favorite place. RD RNNR always has great ambience and a wonderful staff. We…read morerecommend Desiree, she's the best!!

I always coming here for a glass of wine. The bartenders, Marisa and Allison are two the kindest…read morepeople. They always make me feel welcomed when I come in.

The food is absolutely delicious and the servers are super sweet and welcoming, we had Sabrina she…read morewas very friendly! The entire restaurant is a green desert vibe, highly recommend checking this place out .

We had a great early dinner at Porta Via and everything we ordered tasted really good. The linguini…read moreand clams were cooked perfectly with no chewy pieces at all. My youngest loved her spaghetti and meatballs and she is usually pretty picky about pasta. I had the butternut squash ravioli and they were rich, creamy, and exactly what I wanted. My wife ordered the miso glazed seabass and she loved it. I stole her bok choy and that made me very happy. The restaurant is really clean with a laid back contemporary vibe and great music. The AC at our first table was blasting cold air right on us and the staff moved us right away with no issue at all. They were also incredibly kind to my youngest whose birthday we were celebrating. They surprised her with her favorite tiramisu and a candle which completely made her night. Great food, great service, great atmosphere. We will definitely be back.