Reservations paired our group of four with a couple celebrating a birthday. There were a couple of…read moreother empty seats at our table. The soup and salad were flavorful. Soup nice and hot. Salad fresh. Good start. Our chef was entertaining and did the usual tricks, onion volcano, flipping food into the guests mouths. He was fun and all of our food was good. I chose shrimp and chicken. The others in our group wanted filet and chicken which was not an option on the menu but they accommodated without issue. We had more than enough food and took some home for lunch the next day. Staff was efficient and accommodating. Nice stop.

Always a great dining experience. Excellent service, great food & fun atmosphere. Everything was…read moredelicious and first time ordering from the Early Bird menu.

I really enjoyed our experience here! We took the JW boat around the lake and it dropped us off at…read moreMikado. Highly recommend taking the boat. It was really beautiful going around the lake and seeing the resort lit up. We had really great service! The chef was hilarious and put on a good show! He had funny jokes that I haven't heard from the other teppanyaki places. He did a really good job cooking too. Got the Mikado special which comes with filet, shrimp and lobster. Got it with a side of garlic butter to dip the meats in. That's a must, IYKYK. Dynamite shrimp would be a pass next time. I liked the gyoza and coconut shrimp. The vanilla ice cream was the delicious ending to such a fun night!

To celebrate my kids' birthdays, we made reservations at Mikado. We first stopped to see the…read moreflamingos, then took the boats to the restaurant. The place was almost empty and they squished us in with another family, which made it somewhat uncomfortable. Our waitress was also extremely rude. She immediately asked to take our orders- before we even had time to sit down. She spoke too fast and seemed stressed or angry, or like she was rushing us out. I didn't appreciate feeling like I was taking up space- she made us feel unwelcome. Despite this, we took our time and ordered drinks, which were nice and strong (albeit overpriced) The menu is also expensive, and although we ordered nothing out of the ordinary, our bill was over $300.00. The food tasted fine. No complaints there. We enjoyed watching our chef cook in front of us and the overall experience was a memorable one. Nevertheless the kids had a fun evening, and I made the best of it, but I will not be returning. At that price point there are many better food options in the Palm Desert area.

We had a fantastic evening dinner at shogun and were treated as VIP. Enjoy having Jr as our Teppan…read moreMaster Chef

Chef Aaron presents very well. He was funny and personable. His food was well prepared. He…read moredefinitely made our celebrations a great one!!

Great service, great ambiance - felt like I was actually in Japan - with the koi pond and…read moreeverything else. My daughter loved feeding the fish. Food was excellent- way better than Benihana here in in LA We were very satisfied

I strongly advise against dining at Kobe Japanese Steakhouse in Palm Springs. I had a reservation…read morefor my mother's birthday celebration, but our experience was far from enjoyable. Upon arrival, the hostess informed us of a wait, but she couldn't provide a reason. Despite arriving promptly after a spa treatment, we were starving and expected to be seated soon. However, after a frustrating 25-minute wait, I approached the hostess to inquire about the delay. She offered no explanation, but eventually led us to a table occupied by a family who had already ordered appetizers and drinks. We decided to skip the drinks, as we were too hungry to eat on an empty stomach. We hoped to order later, but unfortunately, no one ever returned to our table. As a result, we never had the chance to order our food. To make matters worse, we noticed that other tables were able to order and receive their meals and cocktails much more quickly. It seemed as though our chef was either unaware of our table or completely absent. We were left with no idea when we could expect to order our actual food. Finally, we decided to leave, and we never had the opportunity to enjoy our meal. While we did manage to get some miso soup, it was extremely salty. In addition to the poor food quality and the terrible customer service we received from the hostess, I also noticed some of the tables were a bit rowdy. The chef was performing tricks and throwing shrimp into people's mouths, which was a bit tacky and didn't seem safe. Overall, I highly recommend avoiding Kobe Japanese Steakhouse. Don't waste your time and money on this disappointing dining experience.

Located in a shopping plaza. Got the Tori Katsu chicken cutlet set and a spicy tuna roll…read more The chicken katsu was done right. Crispy on the outside, juicy on the inside, and not greasy. It came together perfectly with the sides and felt like a complete, comforting meal. Everything on the plate tasted fresh and well prepared. The spicy tuna roll was a nice addition. Clean flavors with just enough spice, and it balanced out the richness of the katsu. The restaurant has a calm, casual feel and it's easy to sit and enjoy your food. Staff was friendly and attentive, and service was smooth. Definitely a spot I'd come back to when I'm in the mood for a solid Japanese meal.

We came in for lunch and ordered two katsu ramens, one mild and one spicy. When the food came out,…read morethe server placed the bowls down without saying which one was which. I ended up giving one to my 3- and 5-year-old kids, thinking it was the mild one. After a few bites, they started complaining that their mouths were burning. I tasted it myself and realized they had been given the spicy ramen--the one that was supposed to be for my husband. Then we waited even longer for the other order, only to receive a shrimp and noodle dish that we never ordered. At that point, we were already starving and had waited so long that I just decided to eat it and share it with the kids rather than wait even longer. The food itself was nothing special. The shrimp was fried, but the noodles tasted like regular packaged ramen, and the broth was bland. I couldn't really taste much of anything, and for the price, I expected a lot more. We spent about $90 for two soups, one sushi roll, and a drink. For that price, the food and service should have been much better. Between the order mix-up, not being told which ramen was spicy, the long wait, and the mediocre food, this place definitely did not live up to the hype.

Staff was very nice and welcoming, the hibachis was good. We got the steak and shrimp one, and the…read morechicken a shrimp one, a little salty for me but my wife and dad finished most of it. It was a little bit expensive for the amount of food on each plate My kids got the chicken kaarage, and gyoza, pretty standard. the yellowtail and avocado roll, the rice on the sushi was a little bit mushy. The hibachi came in to go containers instead of plates, which was a little odd, since we eating there. Bathrooms nice and clean, store organized, Good for a quick bite. Dragon egg approved

Palm Desert seems to be a little skimpy with really good food options but we came across…read moreHibachi2Go. Thought it might be a nice option considering most options are chains or fast food. We ordered too late so takeout was the only option. We tried the ribeye and salmon combo as well as the chicken and shrimp hibachi combo. We also ordered a Dynamite roll, California and a Shrimp Tempura roll. The hibachi items were okay. We were hungry and it seemed to fit the bill. The salmon was a bit salty and the ribeye was a little dry. The shrimp was fine but the chicken was a little bland. You get a white spicy sauce with it, unsure if you drizzle or dip. It didn't add much more flavor, just a little kick. The rolls were standard. The Dynamite sounded so appealing with the soy rice paper, but overall it was average. The white spicy sauce was drizzled over it plus the Dynamite is already a spicy roll to begin with, so be forewarned. For the chef to have lived in Japan and have extensive experience in Japanese restaurants, the expectation was a bit higher. Our whole order was $82 but they do add a surcharge which is the cost to pay with your credit card. Side note: It's a bit of a pet peeve of mine when businesses charge you this fee bc to me it's their cost of doing business. Businesses never used to do this, but seemed to have pivoted to this after covid. They should just build it into the cost of the food. Anyway, overall this place was a good change of pace for the offerings in Palm Desert, but unsure if I would return here.

Very good restaurant 3 Japanese sushi chef…read more Real sushi except always same fish no day ,week special I wish more variety But sushi is very good

Terrible service. Old lady was racist and mean…read more Waited over an hour and was ignored.

Excellent service and even better meal. If possible, try and sit at the chef counter. They're very…read moreinformative and have lots of great recommendations. Some of the best uni I've had in a while. Yellowtail and salmon were also delicious

Good food, presentation of sushi was good. Fish was excellent seams to be a good grade. Needs a…read morelittle better grade of sushi rice though. Service needs a little improvement. Ambiance needs some improvement looks a little tired.

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

We absolutely love coming to Mitch's on El Paseo! From the moment you walk in, you're treated like…read morefamily. The food is consistently outstanding, and the service is always warm and welcoming. Mitch and the entire team are simply the best. Whether we're dining with family or meeting friends, it's always a fantastic experience. The crispy rice is absolutely to die for, and the oysters are a must-order every time. I always get the filet, and it has never disappointed--perfectly cooked and incredibly flavorful. If you're looking for amazing food, exceptional service, and a place that makes you feel right at home, Mitch's is the place to go. Highly recommended!

. anniversary during our first visit to Palm Desert. From the outside, it's pretty understated for…read morea spot on El Paseo--but stepping inside was a completely different experience. The space is much larger than it appears, and the impressive wine selection immediately stood out. We were warmly welcomed by Mitch himself, which set the tone for the evening. We chose to sit on the patio, where we enjoyed a beautiful sunset--made even better when the staff kindly lowered the umbrellas so we could take it all in. For dinner, I had the sticky rice and the 808 sushi roll, both of which were outstanding, while my husband ordered the pork chop and loved it. To top it off, we were surprised with a complimentary flourless chocolate cake for dessert, and it was absolutely decadent. The service throughout the night was excellent, attentive without being overbearing. We even had the chance to say goodbye to Mitch and his wife on our way out, which added a personal touch. It's always special to discover and support a unique, locally owned restaurant like this