I've enjoyed this restaurant several times. Food is always very good and well prepared…read more Seating inside is a bit tight. I prefer the patio when it isnt too hot. Unfortunately, my spouse wont go back again. Asked our server for an easy substitution and received a really testy responce. Way over the top of what was appropriate for the situation. Still worth a try if Italian is what you desire.

Il Giardino offers delicious high quality, and well prepared Italian meals…read more Knowledgeable locals eat here. It's ot a splashy venue, rather a place fora quiet evening meal with good Italian wines, and if you can, a dessert. Servers are attentive and know the menu enough to make appropriate recommendations. You can't go wrong. (I was enjoying my food so much I forgot pictures)

Wow, Amazing food! Very family oriented and welcoming, highly recommend!! Enjoyed a beautiful…read moredinner with great service

ONE OF THE BEST MEALS AND SERVICE IN MY LIFE. And i am old and have eaten in 1,000s of high end…read morerestaurants. Going back for my birthday and driving from Fresno. Can't wait. relatives coming from Chicago and Cincinnati and insist we go there.

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.

While researching Julian staples to visit/try, I came across this restaurant and was eager to try…read morebased on the "farm-to-table" aspect and not going to lie, the food looked absolutely delicious and amazing. We were not disappointed at all. Upon arriving, there was a musician playing, and they did seat us off to the right so we could not see but could hear still. There is outdoor and indoor seating, but at the time we came it appeared that the outdoor was reserved for an event. We happily sat inside! Having met Jeremy's parents earlier in the day who also recommended his restaurant, and they were just lovely, we had hoped to possibly meet Jeremy too. I wanted to try everything, but we opt on getting a few dishes to share. Our son ordered the filet mignon and they were able to substitute mashed potatoes for fries. Amazing!! The mac & brisket appetizer appeared to be the highlight and specialty and we just had to order it. Every bite was cheeesy and delicious with the brisket very moist. We couldn't go without ordering the Brussels sprouts and it had a twist with ponzu sauce and pineapple. Definitely a different take and I thoroughly enjoyed the taste. Every bite was foodgasmic and I highly recommend!!! I knew coming here that some Yelpers have experienced wavering in quality, so glad we did not experience that at all. As of the date that we came, we understood that the restaurant had been listed for sale, not sure if Jeremy sold it yet or not. I hope not, we plan on coming back this summer!

I came here with family without reservations and we were able to get in. The hostess and server…read morewere super friendly and accommodating. It was a homey atmosphere with excellent dishes.

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-

Best Italian food i have ever had. 10/10 would visit. No regrets eating here!!!!!!!!!!!!read more

Wonderful setting in beautiful downtown Julian. Great staff and delicious food!!!! The Caesar…read moreSalad is the best...it beats all the big city restaurant Caesar's ...the dressing is perfect here.

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!!

Pit stop again for happy hr. Fam & I calmly enjoyed overall…read more Cheers to the young man who politely served us. Will definitely be coming back often.

Once again, a long overdue review…read more If you snooze on Enzo's, you're a fool. As a value hound, I want to jump and share their MUST courses bar menu, as well as their lunch offering. The foodie in me implores you to visit Enzo's for grubbing. Even my little Bud agrees...because it's pup friendly.