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    Jackalope Ranch

    3.1 (1.8k reviews)
    ModerateBarbeque, Desserts, Salad
    Closed 4:00 pm - 8:00 PM
    Updated a few days ago

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    JACKALOPE RANCH ATMOSPHERE

    What's the vibe?
    Casual
    Moderate noise
    Good for groups
    Good for kids

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    Phil J.

    I've spent a lot of my life looking at structures and solutions, but what happened at Jackalope Ranch for our wedding wasn't about the architecture of a building--it was about the architecture of a soul-level experience. ​We came into this day looking for something authentic and grounded, and what we found was a crew that didn't just "work" an event; they cared for us like family. Amidst record, unseasonably hot weather that could have easily derailed the outdoor spirit of the day, the staff ensured every moment felt effortless. ​Erinmary and Destiny were quiet anchors. We never had to look for them; they were simply there, anticipating needs before they were even spoken. Lillian and Gilbert are names we will carry with us for the way they treated us - we will say hi from now on when we see them. My friends and family haven't stopped talking about the food--several people told me it was the best they've ever had at any wedding, period. Even as someone who isn't a drinker, I heard nothing but praise for the bartenders and the spirit they brought to the house. ​There is a weight to a day like this, a vulnerability in standing before those you love. Jackalope Ranch gave us the room to breathe. Whether it was the privacy of the events room to cool off, the stunning backdrop for our first look, helping to arrange the seating and tables or the photo shoot at the bar, they gave us the run of the place with our best interests at heart. We felt like celebrities, but more importantly, we felt seen and supported. ​I suggested they could say they "put the elope in Jackalope," but for us, they put the heart in it. It was flawless, honest, and truly unforgettable.

    Mac N Cheese
    Ashley N.

    Jackalope Ranch remains one of my regular dinner reservations when visiting my family in La Quinta. The restaurant is huge, but I still recommend making a reservation on Open Table. Inside is beautifully decorated, but I still prefer outdoor seating - there's plenty of heaters to keep you warm! The happy hour menu is limited in terms of food, and admittedly, I didn't love my wings this year. They used to have an awesome sauce, but are now served with sauce on the side, which made the wings seem dry. The meal was redeemed by the BBQ Platter, which my family usually shares with a full order of Mac n Cheese. We love sharing all of the meats and sides! Power rankings of the proteins: brisket, ribs, pulled pork, chicken, hot link! But truly, we ate it all - clean plate club!

    Prime Ribeye 15oz
    Kirk D.

    The food was definitely a lot better than I expected! I was judging this based on a past visit loooong ago, which was not memorable. But to my surprise my experience last night was great! The ambiance was nice and cozy, it'd make for a great date night spot for sure, but nothing too intimate. I ordered the Prime Ribeye with a loaded potato (just your average loaded potato) and I must say for the hefty price of $68 you can probably just buy and cook a better steak yourself (obviously). But for the price I paid, the steak was cooked perfectly medium rare, pink in the middle with a nice crust, did not need any sauce as it was seasoned to perfection in my opinion. I can't say it will be cooked that way every day, but whoever was in kitchen that night, I thank you

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    Marissa L.

    This establishment was clean. It was definitely a good experience. I will be returning here. The music was fun and our server was was present. The server kept coming back to check on us. The ribs, nachos, calamari was tasty. The entrance to the establishment is beautiful

    Fish and Chips
    Kathy S.

    Cute ambiance and great service. We had a party of 6 to jump start my hubby's 50th bday extravaganza. I tried the fish and chips. I loved that it was a decent portion and the fish was not overly breaded and puffed out too big. My hubby tried the tri-tip salad which was good. The meat was a bit overdone but they brought out a fresh batch of cooked meat the way he likes it.

    Jennifer R.

    From the moment I walked in and was greeted by the hostesses with their big, welcoming smiles, to strolling through the restaurant and feeling how friendly everyone was, my experience at Jackalope Ranch in La Quinta was just wonderful. Huge thanks to the whole team--Jessica and Mario, the bartenders, were incredibly welcoming after their summer closure, and Charlie, the general manager, made sure everything was flawless. The atmosphere was absolutely gorgeous--sitting outside on a beautiful day made it even more special. The meatloaf was my top pick, and the whole dining experience was delightful. I'm already looking forward to my next visit!

    Beef rib, substituted for garlic mash potatoes and asparagus.
    Chanel K.

    The ambiance is beautiful. A gorgeous outside garden lounge area with full bar. The hostess staff wasn't overly friendly, but our server did a great job to make up for it. The interior looks like a set out of Yellowstone. If you're looking for a great fancy date night, this place did not disappoint. We had several appetizers. But the star of the show was definitely my beef rib meal and non-alcoholic spicy margarita. It is so hard to find good NA places and I couldn't believe how good and authentic they tasted. I had been craving a beef rib for some time, and happy I found this place. The little bread muffin was excellent and buttery and soft. We will definitely be visiting again soon!

    Michael G.

    Beautiful place in Indio. We visited on a Saturday where they have a different lunch menu. More brunch oriented. Decor reminds me of a ranch home in Montana or Texas. Ok menu. Ok service. Typical prices. Nothing spectacular. I'd like to return for a sporting event to watch on that 100" television.

    It is a carved motorcycle inside Jackalope Ranch
    Kaies A.

    The restaurant is just awesome, we opted to sit outside with the waterfalls and palm trees, the grounds are immaculate, the food was great, the wagyu brisket was fall apart tender, prime rib perfect we were here on Valentines Day so it was a set menu but will be back to try more of the menu on a regular day, the service here was superb as well .

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    Worst food ever. We did mention to the manager and we got a gift card which we will never use.

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    2 years ago

    Soooo sorry. Beautiful venue however service continues to be EXTREMELY UNBEARABLE slow.

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    Good BBQ, great service, portions are plentiful. Is a repeat but be ready to be full.

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    Very unique experience. Lots of great food and a fun place to spend an evening. Lots of patio and event space.

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    2 years ago

    We waited an hour to be seated and left. We had a reservation. We were polite and told them we were leaving. They didn't seem to care

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    Great ambience for big group with 9 kids. Relaxing and absolutely wonderful service by Oscar AG!

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    Ask the Community - Jackalope Ranch

    Does Jackalope have happy hour?

    Yes!! $5 bottles of beer $7 draft, $9 well liquor, $10 house wine and a few options for bites to eat from 4-6pm

    Is the back outdoor area open for dinner now.?

    It wasn’t when we went but it may be now

    Any date for opening?

    9/14/23 at 3 PM

    Are they remodeling ? What’s going on? Is the property for sale?

    The future is uncertain and opening date is unknown; please visit us at our sister locations Kaiser Grille Palm Desert and Kaiser Grille Palm Springs. We look forward to serving you and your guests!

    I see there is a fence up around the property and the pig out front is being removed, are you closed for good?

    Thank you for your consideration! The opening date is unknown; please visit us at our sister locations Kaiser Grille Palm Desert and Kaiser Grille Palm Springs.

    Is Jakalope open?

    Thank you for your consideration! We have not yet reopened; please visit us at our sister locations Kaiser Grille Palm Desert and Kaiser Grille Palm Springs.

    Do you have the same brisket sandwich as Babes?

    We are two different restaurants.

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