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    The Grill on Main

    3.8 (686 reviews)
    Closed 3:00 pm - 9:00 PM
    Updated a few days ago

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    THE GRILL ON MAIN ATMOSPHERE

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    Casual
    Moderate noise
    Happy hour specials
    Outdoor seating

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    Undercooked cauliflower appetizer !! It was hard
    Al M.

    Well, I've been to this place multiple times and it's been OK but this last time not so great. We came at happy hour and the waitress seemed like she had way too many tables to handle on her own, which was not her fault. It's managements to get her some help. When service kind of slacks and you're sitting there waiting for a water in the hot sun things can take a turn. The food was just OK no lie it's expensive and you feel like for what you pay you should be getting more than what they offer. I'd probably come back to give them another shot. Maybe they just had an off day or maybe it's just changing for the worst who knows I think they can do better and I honestly think they need more service to accommodate the people dining there . The salmon tacos were dry and not appetizing. The zucchini sticks were OK I've had better. And the cauliflower appetizer was way undercooked. It was almost hard. It's got a good location, but I feel like the food is definitely lacking flavor.

    12/22/21
    Melissa L.

    Wanted to leave an updated review as I absolutely love the Grill on Main for lunch in downtown La Quinta. The ambiance is relax but pretty, staff are always very nice but the food is exceptional. Always a slam dunk when it comes to a great meal, easy to please a large crowd. The menu here is solid. Almost too many good looking options to choose from. I'm a sucker for their salads here. I haven't had a salad here I didn't like. My usual go to is their chopped BLT salad but today I tried their caprese salad with shrimp and I wish they make it a permanent staple on their menu because it come back often! The shrimp here are gigantic and always cooked to perfection. Their homemade dressings are also very good. My friend tried their poke salad and salmon tacos. The salmon tacos were definitely raved about. I'll have to try them next time. The staff here are always very nice and attentive despite being busy. Our waiter ensured that our waters were always refilled. At one point he was smart to just leave us the entire jug lol. It was clear we were dehydrated. It's little touches like this that make all of the difference. If you are staying in downtown la Quinta I'd definitely recommend this spot for lunch or dinner. Aside from solid salads they also have great appetizers and a well versed and unique menu for everyone. Cocktails here are also good. Indoor and outdoor seating options. A must try spot for sure.

    Aperture Bordeaux blend
    jon k.

    Great service and friendly vibe at the Grill. Enjoyed the Coachella salad with strawberries and blueberries that was delicious. My entree was the maple salmon with quinoa that was superb. A tasty bottle of Aperture Bordeaux blend was the perfect complement. My waiter (Rebecca) was a real pro and made for a memorable evening!

    all-natural chicken parmigiana: pounded thin, lightly breaded over linguini pasta with broccolini = $29
    Trung N.

    Tired of the food scene in Palm Springs, we opted to stay in La Quinta for Indian Wells this year. Change of pace. Change of food. We had dinner here and it was great. To start, we shared the fried calamari ($15.50). The calamari comes lightly battered topped with red pepper flakes with a side of marinara dipping sauce. This was as good as calamari could get. I ordered the chicken parmigiana ($29). The chicken parm - delish. It was lightly battered and not over-cheesed. The marinara was sweet with a subtle hint of tang. Even more perfect was the broccolini. Even though it was just the co-star, it was so, so good. If The Grill on Main is making co-stars bright and shiny, I'm absolutely here for it. The Grill on Main feels like a place locals come to for a nice Friday night dinner.

    Ahi poke tower
    Melzie C.

    Fish n chips - 7.5/10. Too much batter on the fish but it was still crunchy and tasty. Huge huge huge portion. Welll worth it. Kids meatballs & pasta - 8/10. My son says it's too much parm but it was still good and the portion sizes was great. Tuna "Tower" - 6/10. Too much sauce and tbh idk what they're thinking in that martini glass. It's difficult to get it out the "glass". It's not a tower- it's a "mar-tuna-i" lol. Otherwise fresh and good. BLT salad - 10/10. My daughter loved it and added chicken. She said the Bleu cheese dressing was closer to ranch and in a good way. Scallop Linguine - 7/10. Perfectly cooked pasta, scallop, and the bacon and asparagus- all delish. The only thing that takes it down a few points was the sauce. Most people would probably love it but I'm not used to such a rich and thick sauce so it wasn't something I would normally eat.

    Chopped salad, Grill burger & sangria
    Jana N.

    Excellent location in old town La Quinta with a lot of other restaurants, coffee and retail spots. We came here for lunch and it wasn't too busy. We were greeted by the hostess and opted for outdoor patio seating which is a nice area with views into the plaza, with the added bonus of misters. Our waiter was great, very friendly and came to check on us at just the right intervals. One thing I appreciated was his suggestions on different salad dressings that didn't have dairy/cheese. Also unique was their option of bacon vinaigrette which of course I had to try on the chopped salad. Very complimentary with the bacon bits. We also ordered the Grill Burger which I would give 5 starts and is one tasty burger along with the fries and loved how many extra pickles they gave. Lastly, I should mention two other things: The portions are very good size and the sangria was just to my liking and was perfect for a warm desert day. I'll have to come back for dinner and definitely for the daily happy hour!

    Roast beef dip

    Great meal and great service and great spot to dine, Recommend to everyone food was hot and fresh

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    Yasmine R.

    Meatballs and drinks were the star of the show! Quaint spot, it was nice and quiet for a date night. We didn't care for the piccata but overall good!

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    Disappointed that the fried chicken special sold out so damned early. I came here specifically for your special. What the heck? At 6:30?

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    All around great dinner spot! Bar atmosphere, food and drinks all excellent. Great stop in Old Town!

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    DSRT CLUB

    DSRT CLUB

    4.7(248 reviews)
    0.0 mi
    Locally owned & operated
    Family-owned & operated

    I knew about this place for a while and heard many great things so I had to go check it out for…read moremyself. It was my bday today so I knew I had to go . Overall experience/ vibes / table service was phenomenal! The server was great very attentive to us.( jasmine). We had a chance to taste most of the top appetizers on the menu thanks to the sou chef Jesse! He made it a point to try them and they didn't disappoint! He took care of us and he made it 10 times better . Chefs kiss ! The Pork belly bites and the cutie chicken pops 10/10 everyone needs to try them! Dinner was even better! Great place for any type of event ! Go there now ! :)

    Back at it again! Came back to Palm Springs, so had to come back to DSRT CLUB and bring more…read morepeople. Service and Staff: - We came without a reservation (recommend making one during busy times), but were able to get a table if we left by 6:30pm Food and Drinks: - Bee Sting: had to get this drink again. And just like the first time, it was just as delicious with a nice little kick to it - Spanish Manchego & Truffle Fries: large enough to share. The basil aioli just really makes the dish elevated and even more delicious - Club Fresh "NO" Green: refreshing, healthy, and delicious - Poppyseed Crusted Albacore: smaller dish that can be shared if everyone Sonoma with 1-2 pieces of albacore. Delicious Miscellaneous: - Parking is available via a parking lot across the street - Recommend making a reservation - Indoor and outdoor seating available

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    DSRT CLUB - Great Drinks!

    Great Drinks!

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    Kiki’s

    Kiki’s

    4.1(283 reviews)
    2.3 mi

    Kiki's is back! The…read moreengaging owner, Jack, is a valley institution, having owned 22 restaurants in 35+ years. Burrata: excellent quality with the crave worthy house-made focaccia. Kiki's Sala: salanova lettuce is unusual but tasty -- like arugula without the bitterness. This is a large portion which you could share with four people as an appetizer. Sugar Snap Pea pizza: unexpected flavors with snap peas, mushrooms, & stracciatella. Table was divided on whether this worked. Cacio e Pepe: this version uses bucatini and is a little creamier than the classic. I ate it all regardless. Grilled Avocado: the name ignores that it includes fried artichokes as well. Satisfying and not too garlicky. Another large portion. The only disappointing item was the Polenta -- a little bland. If you get the Chicken Parm, you only need a half portion. Jack says the best two dishes are the Caesar and Linguini & Clams. They fly in Juniors cheesecake from NY! Full bar, attractive ambiance, and well trained staff. Go to Kiki's.

    From the moment we walked in, the experience stood out. We had to wait a bit longer than expected…read morefor our table, but the staff handled it so thoughtfully--our waitress was incredibly friendly and sweet, and even brought us complimentary bread while we waited, which immediately made us feel taken care of. Once seated, the service only got better. Our waitress continued to be warm, attentive, and genuinely welcoming without ever feeling overbearing. What really impressed us was the owner making the rounds to personally greet each table--it added such a personal, heartfelt touch that you don't often see. As for the food, it absolutely delivered. The chicken parm was perfectly cooked with rich, comforting flavors, and the hanger steak was tender, juicy, and full of flavor. Between the exceptional service and the delicious dishes, this was one of those meals that leaves you already planning your next visit.

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    Kiki’s - YEP! the other side of the dining room & the bar back on the right

    YEP! the other side of the dining room & the bar back on the right

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    Rigatoni Bolognese

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    Mélange - Veggie Sandwich - $14 highly recommended.

    Mélange

    3.7(344 reviews)
    1.9 mi
    $$

    We just came for drinks and an appetizer for Mothers Day. We shared the Mezza platter which was…read morehummus and pita and some other bites. It was good and had a good selection. The view was gorgeous. Highly recommend for a date or casual drinks. Only reason for not 5 stars was because we came at 1 pm and they didn't allow us to order the charcuterie. Understood that it's part of the dinner menu but it's literally just cheese lol

    The beautiful setting has kept us coming back for years for happy hour with friends and lovely…read moredinners, but there's been a vibe shift lately. The food isn't nearly as high quality and it feels like less care is going into training the wait staff and curating positive guest experiences. I used to crave the bacon wrapped dates but they're now on the fatty side. The most notable change is that there used to be lovely tables with fire pits and cozy conversation seating and it's all been replaced with dining seating that's less conducive to dining with friends. Most important is the warm red wine and the shift in happy hour prices to "only if we have a bottle already opened" where you only find out if you won the happy hour lottery when you get the check. My question is, if the Meiomi wasn't already opened, why wasn't it chilled? Bottom line, hoping they go back to a more hospitality vibe and focus so we can come back and enjoy the lovely atmosphere again soon.

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    Mélange - Nov 18, 2022

    Nov 18, 2022

    Mélange - French Dip $18

    French Dip $18

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    La Quinta Cliffhouse

    La Quinta Cliffhouse

    4.0(1.6k reviews)
    2.8 mi
    $$$

    Came back to Cliffhouse and received excellent service from Susie. I made reservations for when…read morethey opened and I recommend this as this place does get busy, especially during the happy hour time. Happy Hour is 3:30-6 and there's a few dollar discount on selected food items and drinks. For appetizers, we ordered the Burrata platter and the dates. We also ordered a date burger and the following martinis: pear, pink lady, and espresso martini. This was my first time trying an espresso martini (ever) and I'm glad I waited until the end of dinner before ordering it. It's more a dessert or finishing drink. The Burrata platter was delicious and beautifully presented. The dates were good but too sweet for our tastes (yes, we are aware dates are naturally sweet, LOL). We only ate a few and saved the rest for later. The date burger and fries were delicious. The only downside was I asked for the burger to be cooked medium and it was well done. The drinks were good and beautifully presented. The ambiance and atmosphere, for this restaurant, is very upscale and unique. I will continue visiting each time I'm in La Quinta. See you soon!

    Wonderful service and attention to detail! Make a reservation especially if celebrating a special…read moreoccasion. We got a nice table next to the waterfall. Incredible pork ribs - melt in your mouth and super flavorful. The seafood ceviche was also surprisingly yummy - the sauce they created was perfect and the best part!! Salmon was good - flaky and had a unique smoky flavor. I would definitely get the chocolate mousse again - light, airy, fun consistency and it reminded me of European chocolate.

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    Lavender Bistro - Short rib with mashed potatoes and vegetables

    Lavender Bistro

    3.8(977 reviews)
    0.2 mi
    $$$

    This is a fun spot to bring friends visiting from out of town or for a special occasion. The…read moreoutdoor seating area is a must as it's beautifully lit with twinkling lights wrapped around every tree creating a pretty setting in the evening. You can easily make reservations online which is super convenient. The service here is always excellent and professional, and the menu offers something for everyone. The wine list is solid and their cocktail program is impressive as well. Parking is easy too: there's free self-parking or valet service available. Overall, it's a wonderful restaurant, but definitely ask for a table outside to enjoy that gorgeous ambiance. Sitting inside is a bummer in comparison.

    We were greeted warmly by the host team, but the experience declined immediately after being…read moreseated. Our server never properly greeted us and incorrectly assumed we didn't need a cocktail menu because I brought a bottle of wine (I'm a certified sommelier working in fine dining). We did want cocktails--and unfortunately, when they arrived, they were rancid and undrinkable. No one checked on them. My wine was poured into a glass that smelled like dirty socks. When I asked for a clean glass, the request was met with visible annoyance. Despite paying a significant corkage fee, service deteriorated to the point where I was pouring my own wine. We were aggressively rushed to order--asked roughly five times within four minutes. The steak tartare was not fresh, overwhelmingly mustard-forward, and poorly balanced. The Caesar salad was fine, but unremarkable. The pork chop, recommended medium, arrived in about five minutes and was badly overcooked, dry, and inedible. After waiting over 10 minutes for a check-in, we were told the kitchen had already closed and were offered a box instead. We asked for the dish to be removed from the bill. This felt like another case of younger guests being treated dismissively. Having spent years in fine dining, this was a deeply disappointing and frankly embarrassing hospitality experience. Ambiance alone cannot make up for poor service and careless execution.

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    Lavender Bistro - Oysters

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    Italica - The beautifully lighted bar.

    Italica

    4.3(157 reviews)
    5.7 mi

    The service was amazing the food was great and the atmosphere was inviting. We had ceaser salad…read morebolognese and fried artichokes red wine.

    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.

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    Italica - Blistered Zucchini  Crunchy, flavorful and spicy

    Blistered Zucchini Crunchy, flavorful and spicy

    Italica - Bar seating

    Bar seating

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