Food is always great and service is excellent. Veronica and Reina are two of the finest servers…read morewho know the menu and the measure of fantastic attention to detail.

Our last night in Palm Desert and found this place on yelp. Good reviews so we gave it a try…read more We showed up and there was not too many people. But it filled up quickly and is definitely a regular spot for a lot of locals. Great to see as that meant we were in a good spot. Ordered the beet salad first and that was outstanding. Good freshness and portion size. Ordered the 6 piece wings. Server was kind of enough to serve them dry with all the sauces on the side. That was great to try all the sauces which were all good. We then ordered the chicken sandwich and fries. Sandwich was great. Fries could have been seasoned a bit more. Plenty of drink options. We enjoyed all we had. Would definitely go back on our next visit to Palm Desert.

After trying a few breakfast spots in La Quinta, we found The Bunker Barand we stopped looking…read more The views overlooking the golf course are beautiful and make for a relaxing breakfast, no matter where you're seated. While the food presentation was simple, the flavor more than made up for it. I ordered the egg muffin sandwich with hash browns and fresh fruit, and everything was perfectly seasoned and delicious. My husband had the All-American Breakfast and thoroughly enjoyed his meal as well. The coffee was excellent, and the staff was friendly, welcoming, and let us choose our table. The biggest compliment I can give is that we came back every morning for the rest of our stay. If we're ever back in La Quinta, this will definitely be our breakfast spot.

Service was slow. Employees were more worried about how to transfer photos from personal phones…read morethan to service customers. Burger was good and its hard to ruin an ice tea. I think one would be better off grabbing a drink and going to the Hotel for lunch or one of the many other options in the area. I dont mind paying a premium when the service and food are premium in this case the service will keep us away.

The food and the service was Excellent!! Aaron was so pleasurable and made our evening!! Will be…read moreback.

Our server - was amazing! We loved him- his description of the food, his willingness to answer any…read morequestion, the way he explained the differences between the food items. Loved how he described several items with such enthusiasm - he practically decided what each of us ordered just by using descriptive words that had our mouths watering! He was very pleasant, knowledgeable and attentive. One of our friends requires gluten- free foods. He quickly reviewed the options available to her. Made it easy. And, he guided us to the right choices for each of us. The prime rib was cooked to perfection - medium well, the chicken and shrimp dish was delightful. As was the fish n chips. Still- hands down - the deep fried cauliflower was absolutely wonderful. The atmosphere was wonderful.

Had small veggie pizza with sausage Nicely prepared and…read morecooked Fried beans nicely cooked and flavorful

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.

THE AMBIANCE: Amazing hidden gem in the desert! This…read morerestaurant is located inside La Quinta Resort & Club, and the experience feels special from the moment you walk through the historic, tall arched wooden doors. The entrance lead you down a hallway toward the hostess stand, with couches, a bar and a piano being played to the left. To the right , you enter the main dining room. The space felt open, elegant, and immediately welcoming. Talk about fine dining at its best. The hostess was able to quickly seat our party of six, and our server immediately brought over the menus and filled our water glasses. THE FOOD: We started with the oysters , and they did not disappoint. They were served with a shallot mignonette which was vinegary in all the right ways. They were so good, that we ended up ordering a second round. For dinner, we all ordered the steak with mushrooms and broccoli. The steak was perfectly cooked, and every bite was bursting with flavor. Even the mushrooms and broccoli stood out. Everything was seasoned beautifully without overpowering the actual flavors of the vegetables. Even the bread was so good. It was served with three different butters. And dessert? Also top notch. It was the perfect ending to a wonderful dinner with friends. THE SERVICE: The service really added to the experience. Our server was attentive and took great care of us. The GM, Ray, also stopped by our table, and we ended up chatting and joking with him a bit. He was incredibly friendly and personable and made sure we were having a great experience. Between the setting, the food, the genuinely attentive service, this as one of those dinners where it all felt elevated. Definitely one of the many highlights of our stay at La Quinta Resort.

Morgan's in the Desert: Disappointment After Disappointment. $400 for Meh…read more After living in La Quinta for four years, we were ready to try Morgan's, as it's one of the last foodie restaurants in the Coachella valley that we haven't tried. We arrived early for our reservation, excited to grab a drink at the bar before dinner. Then we were told our table was already available... only to be seated at a dining table in the bar, off to the side, where apparently servers do not exist while staring at the back of the pianist and the barflies. The two bartenders were fantastic--especially Brian, who was working at warp speed--but they already had a packed bar to manage. Adding dining tables to their workload was clearly not realistic. Why were we seated there? Still a mystery. Reservation problems: I booked through the QR code advertised in The Gem for the August prix fixe dinners at La Quinta Resort's restaurants. When we arrived, we were told the prix fixe menu wasn't available that day. Sorry! So we ordered bread and oysters instead. About 15-20 minutes later, the manager came over and said they would honor the prix fixe after all. Great! Except... we'd already ordered appetizers. ‍ And wow, was it SLOW. We were seated at 5:30 and still didn't have our entrées at 7:00. Drinks regularly sat empty, and once the restaurant got busy around 6:30, water refills disappeared completely. Did I mention it was 110 degrees outside? The food? A mixed bag--but overall, wildly overpriced and underwhelming. * Oysters: Ice-cold and served with a good mignonette. Also pricey. * Bread: Fresh and warm, but the olive tapenade was aggressively salty. Again, overpriced. * Watermelon salad: The winner! Refreshing, flavorful, and the spicy nuts gave it a nice kick. Highly recommend. * Chicken cacciatore: Dry chicken, undercooked tomatoes, overcooked pasta. Never again. * Oscar filet: Delicious and well-prepared, but nothing memorable or special--especially for the price. Bottom line: We spent about $400 for a frustrating, painfully slow, mostly mediocre meal. There are too many great restaurants in the area to spend that kind of money on "meh." We won't be back.

SHORT ANSWER: Yes, best time off season or off hours as this place gets slammed for a reason…read more LOCATION: Great location, just off Washington in La Quinta, Easy to find parking can get busy depending on when you visit. FACILITY: Looks like a diner, is a diner, and very nice and clean. MENU: Many selections, breakfast options may be overwhelming but you'll definitely find something you want. Lunch offers very good but standard options. FOOD PREP: Always, very well done for that Louise's Pantry is, they don't fake anything here. FOOD QUALITY: Excellent for this style of food. It is a great experience. WAITSTAFF: We've been here many times, and never have we run across anyone not upbeat, polite, and happy to see a customer. OVERALL VALUE: A bit on the expensive side but considering the amount of food they bring you, it is a fair deal. TIP: Unless you are Mr. Creosote (bonus points if you know that one) for $2.00 you can get a split plate and still have a huge portion. We usually go this way respecting the seats we are taking up.

My husband and I stopped by Louise's Pantry for breakfast during our stay in La Quinta. We both…read moreordered the Country Breakfast, and unfortunately, it was just okay. The eggs needed seasoning, and the country potatoes were dry and lacked flavor, with only a couple of small pieces of onion and red pepper mixed in. My husband had the hash browns instead and felt his breakfast was just as bland. The service was pleasant, and the atmosphere was relaxed, but we were seated next to a broom, dustpan, and the bus cart for dirty dishes, which wasn't the best first impression. The restaurant also feels a bit dated. A few simple updates, like replacing the dusty artificial flowers and keeping cleaning supplies out of sight, would make a big difference. Overall, it wasn't a bad experience, but with so many great breakfast options in the area, we probably wouldn't return.

We usually come to old town once or twice a year to visit my mother in-law…read more They simplified their menu from last year and it's more tacos, quesadillas, and enchiladas - the food is a lot better than last year so this was a good change. The service was also great. I think we would definitely visit again when we are back in town. Recommend visiting the icecream shop across the street after dinner!

Overall this was a good dining experience, w/ a few hiccups. We were a Party of 8 for a birthday…read morecelebration. It appeared this place was short-staffed, and the Manager said her bartender got slammed. That explains why our drinks were slow, and why our 2nd round of drinks never even arrived at all! Manager of course took the drinks off our tab, and gave us a discount on our overall dinner bill. As for the food, my ceviche was amazing, and hubby's burrito was good. Everyone else in our party complained & was disappointed in their food. The highlight was the complimentary dessert of Mud Pie. I'm not a 'sweets person' yet after we all shared that one huge piece, I had to restrain myself to not order another piece!

Lots of vegetarian and vegan options. You order at the counter and the food is brought to your…read moretable. They are quick and the food tastes fresh. It is a great cafe style restaurant with very fresh food and home made desserts. It is a tad pricey but the food is very good. Try the tots !

First time here and simply put: It's overpriced and the food is underwhelming…read more So, it's one and done. Definitely won't be back.

Easy in and out restaurant with delicious steak and other choices…read more The server was very polite and attentive. Cool looking atmospheric seating.

We decided to give this steakhouse a try while we were in town. The restaurant was busy, and we…read morewaited about 30 minutes for a table, which was understandable. Unfortunately, the experience didn't improve much after we were seated. It took a while for anyone to greet us or even bring us water. When the bread finally arrived, there weren't any plates, and because it took so long for someone to return for our drink order, we had already decided what we wanted to eat. The food came out fairly quickly after we ordered. The salads were good, and both the baked potato and mac and cheese were delicious. The steaks, however, were just okay. The biggest disappointment was the lobster tail, which I had been looking forward to the most. It was cold, chewy, and came with cold butter. Definitely not what you'd expect from a steakhouse. One thing that really left a bad impression was the closing routine. We arrived about two hours before closing, so it's not like we came in at the last minute. About 20 minutes before closing, the staff started vacuuming around the dining room while we were still finishing our meal. I understand everyone wants to get home, but vacuuming while guests are still eating is unprofessional and really took away from the experience. Overall, there were a few good dishes, but between the slow service, disappointing lobster, and being rushed out by staff cleaning, this isn't a place we'll be returning.

The best smash burgers. Quality cuts of meat are used to…read moremake the most delicious burgers.

Disclaimer, this review will be based off a dining in experience on Aug 8th…read more The restaurant was a bit warm as we arrived, we almost debated leaving! Given the weather, we decided to still give it a shot since this location was on our must try list. We were greeted immediately by friendly staff who offered us to seat anywhere we'd like. Cold beer on summer special ($5-$6) fixed my partner back up for a moment until we felt the AC kick back on. lol. We had the Bistro Burger with Truffle Fries and the Oinker with Tater Tots. I was excited to try the Oinker after seeing they had fresh pork belly posted on their instagram that day. The Bistro was DELICIOUS! Unfortunately, I wasn't a huge fan of the Oinker after trying my partner's Bistro burger. The combination of ingredients felt dry, the burger wasn't as hot, and I realized there was no cheese in this either. What's a burger without cheese? :( I wish the server forewarned me! Maybe a grilled onion would also be better suited? I also asked for a side of their lemon aioli for my fries, and ended up adding this to my burger to add some extra sauce. The tater tots and fries were perfectly crisp. And I usually don't finish my fries, but we ate every last bite of these plates. Overall, great! I would return to try more of their various burger offerings.