We have the best dinner and best service at Metallica restaurant in Indio. This is a very special…read moreplace. If you have an experienced it, please try it. Our waiter was excellent. I'm very charming. The Chef came out and introduced himself and made the dinner very special.

Fantastic atmosphere walking in and loved our hostess. She actually stopped by a few times just to…read morechat and make sure we were being well taken care of. Drinks were good. I had the Italica Martini, which had both olives and a lemon twist which I wouldn't have thought I would have liked, but I really did. It's pricey but that is to be expected. Unfortunately, some of the dishes fell flat with our group. One asked our server if the lemon pasta was extremely lemony and she had said no, which just wasn't the case. (I tasted as well just to confirm) I enjoyed my dish which was the ravioli, maybe a little less stuffed than i prefer, but sauce was tasty and the amount served was perfect for me, who tends to eat on the lighter side these days. Others complained about the Bucatini from their dishes that the pasta was a bit mushy. So I think I was the happiest with my food. I'd go back if it was closer just for the vibe, but that being said, it's a little of a trek from Palm Springs and we have a lot of great local spots I will probably go to that are in that price range.

We had a good experience at Kiki's. We ordered the Bucatini Cacio e Pepe, Caesar salad, Hot Honey…read morePepperoni Pizza, a kids' pepperoni pizza, a kids' cheese pizza, and the Shrimp Caserecce Alla Vodka. The Shrimp Caserecce Alla Vodka was definitely the best dish we had--really flavorful and the highlight of the meal. The Hot Honey Pepperoni Pizza was also very good. For dessert, we tried the New York cheesecake, gelato, and an affogato. All three were good and a nice way to finish the meal. The service was great and everyone was friendly. The restaurant was a little warm inside, but it was extremely hot outside, so that may have been part of it. Overall, Kiki's was good. We enjoyed the meal and the service, and there were definitely a couple of standout dishes, especially the Shrimp Caserecce Alla Vodka.

My fiancé and I recently visited Kiki's in La Quinta for a date night, and overall, it was a…read morefantastic culinary experience. We started our evening with their homemade focaccia, which was an absolute standout. It was incredibly fresh, flavorful, and the perfect way to kick off the meal. For our mains, we shared Tony's pizza and the bucatini and meatballs. The pizza was spectacular, the crust was dialed in perfectly with just the right amount of crisp and chew. The bucatini pasta itself was thick and absolutely delicious. Our only real critique of the night was the meatballs; unfortunately, they were a little cold right in the center. That being said, the flavors across every single dish were spot on. It is clear that Kiki's puts a lot of love into their food, especially their homemade doughs and pastas. We will absolutely be back to give them another try!

My family has been raving about this old timey Italian restaurant in Indio so I was eager to give…read morethem a try. Ciros is a long time staple in the community and has been open since the 60's - which is beyond impressive in these times. We should all continue to support our local staples that have been serving generation after generation. We came in for a super early weeknight dinner and that was the right move. The place was empty and relaxed. However, as we finished our meal a slow trickle of people started to come in which was nice to see. Not sure if this spot ever gets "packed" but it had a good amount of regulars and plenty of takeout orders. We sat at a comfortable booth and I liked the decor. Very old school, slightly aged, but all of the nostalgic vibes that if you were a local growing up here, it'd feel like home. What's also cool is they have an open area kitchen in the front of the restaurant so you can watch the chef make your pizzas. Loved it. Staff was friendly, efficient and attentive. Again, they weren't busy but staff kept our drinks filled, cleared plates as needed and provided great service. 5 stars definitely on the service and overall welcoming atmosphere. Prices were standard and I will say they give great portion sizes. All of us had leftovers to take home which is always a good thing. The food is standard old school Italian. Very mom And pop, decent. I'd say I'd rate the food between 3.5-4 stars but it really depends what you get. My starter side salad was crisp, fresh and well dressed with thousand island. Also the bread basket was warm and addicting. For my meal I got the shrimp scampi pasta which I thought was good but not amazing. The highlights were the large shrimp and noodles were cooked perfect. The oil - lemon - garlic sauce overall was just okay. Garlic was garlic-ing but it lacked maybe seasoning? I think scampi pasta dishes can be hard to master as they sometimes feel more oil forward than buttery, which I would have preferred. I definitely liked my dish but would get something different the next time. Truly their classic baked pasta and red sauce dishes looked fantastic and I'd get that next time, can't beat a classic.

As an ELITE YELPER who takes his reviews seriously-- I really wanted to like CIROS. I had never…read morebeen before and I asked a woman about her recommendations and she was unhelpful and couldn't care less that I was going to be a NEW customer. I ordered a margarita pizza and she said it would be ready in 20 minutes. I live in La Quinta and it took me 20 minutes to get there. Upon arrival as I was standing at the host table for at least 7 minutes-- a server rushed by and said " I will be with you soon"-- no smiles and no customer service. After another 5 minutes an employee said the pizza was not ready and would let me know. All in, it was 45 minutes to get the food. The thing that really turned me off was the complete lack of customer appreciation and ZERO " Welcome to CIROS "-- I receive better " Welcomes" from Panda Express, Subway and The Habit. Customers want to feel valued for their patronage and effort to get the restaurant. On a side note-- garlic bread is NINE dollars! Are you kidding? Most Italian restaurants including SABATINOS and ROSATIES provide FREE garlic bread/garlic knots with every order to complement the pasta entree. CIRO'S pricing is next level expensive and comes with a COLD welcoming. Game Over. Won't be returning.

I loved Italian food and have never tasted arrabiata pasta like I've ate here…read more All was fresh and authentic. Service was on top since we entered, the staff were very friendly and professional. Clean and well organized place to dine in. And for take out (which of course we did).

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.

Immaculate service and good Mamma Gina will always be my family and I favorite restaurant for…read moreall life celebrations. The special care and details they put into their food is just amazing. Their mussels and clams in red sauce just a fan favorite as well as their seafood pasta!

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!

Sabatino's Pizza is seriously one of my absolute favorites! Of course their pizza is AMAZING and…read morealways hits the spot, but if you're only ordering pizza, you're definitely missing out. Their subs are so good, and don't even get me started on the wings!! Their wings are literally the ONLY wings I'll order. I've tried wings from so many places and nothing compares. My two favorites and my go-to every single time are the Sweet Chili and Honey Hot. Both are packed with flavor and absolutely a MUST TRY! Everything we've tried has been delicious, the quality is always consistent, and it's one of those places you find yourself craving over and over again. Whether you're in the mood for pizza, a good sub, or some seriously amazing wings, Sabatino's never disappoints. If you haven't tried their wings yet, do yourself a favor and order the Sweet Chili and Honey Hot, you can thank me later! Definitely one of our go-to spots and a place we'll continue coming back to!

07.08.2026 Delivery order…read more Hubby was craving wings when we stayed at the Grand Hyatt Indian Wells. I wanted to try something local besides the usual Wingstop chain. Despite the almost one hour we had to wait, the food was pretty good. We ordered Sheri's Famous Wings and a small Sabatino's Special pizza to share. The wings were ginormous and were cooked almost perfectly. I think they brine them to keep the interior moist and flavorful. The exterior was still pretty crispy when they arrived. The pizza was good. The crust was between a thicker crust and a thin crust pizza. The sauce was tasty and I loved all the veggies on top. Despite all the toppings loaded on top, the middle of the pizza was definitely cooked well.

Had an incredible dinner here last night! Thank you to Luba and her team for the warm experience…read moreand out of this world service. Incredibly attentive to every need, this restaurant has rightfully earned its high ratings. We found that this restaurant was very affordable, especially coming from San Diego to visit. We got two appetizers, two entrees, two glasses of wine and two desserts for a total $160! Intimate setting, incomparably fresh pasta and taste/seasoning that had us pause for a moment having to make sure our vegetarian dishes indeed did not have any meat products in them. DELICIOUS!

It was just a regular Tuesday night until we arrived at Trattoria Mezzomondo! What an amazing…read moreexperience! Everything was fabulous ... the exquisitely prepared food, the attentive servers, and the welcoming atmosphere all made for such a memorable experience.

This spot is a hidden gem, a diamond in the rough. When we sat down we knew it was a local family…read moreowned favorite...unlike all of the chains in the area that only care about your moment. We got great value for our money and the food was delicious. The pomodoro was like nothing I've had before. The scallops and shrimp were extra fresh and perfectly cooked. My wife got the beef bolognese which was good, though she liked my dish a lot more lol Service was very friendly and nice. They also give complimentary bread. It's a small hole in the wall spot, but definitely worth the visit. We'll be back next time we're in town. We can for the Jerry Seinfeld show 5/5 overall

Old school "red sauce" Americanized Italian. The marinara is decent enough, nothing special…read more Pasta is cooked to American tastes and is not exactly "al dente". The service is good, the prices reasonable. Decor is dated but clean. Parking is plentiful. If the "Italian" food version of the '50's to the 80's is what you or your out of town guests seek likely you'll enjoy Norma's.

A friend took me there for my birthday. She had the poke…read moreand loved it. Our server, Thomas, recommended the Mediterranean salad to me which was fantastic!!! Thomas was very attentive and made sure everything was to our liking. Five stars additionly just for Thomas. I was shocked when he brought out a dish ice cream with a giant sparkler in it for my birthday. Over the top!! Loved it!! It was a delightful experience!

I have been here 2 different times and both were excellent. Xavier is an outstanding employee.read more