Valentinos Seafood Bar & Grill

WAS. GREAT…..They are no longer open for business.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Just a short distance from the Indian Wells Tennis Paradise, this simple seafood restaurant has a big menu. We enjoyed the freshness of various seafoods. Outdoor seatings were covered so we were shielded from the chilly weather of early spring. Service was prompt with desert California friendliness. This place deserves repeated visits because it is ideal after a long and warm day under the sun watching intense tennis.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 4

Service: 4

Recommended dishes: Fish and Seafood Platter, Octopus Sarandeado

The decor is hands down the best part of dining at Valentino’s. The plush oversized benches and rich-colored velvet-like upholstery, the colorful murals, the hot pink neon signs, the bright garlands hanging from the ceiling, and the gold embellishments create a fun, cosmopolitan, modern vibe.I had La Toxica sushi roll based on the server’s recommendation, and I was glad I did. The spicy tuna in the roll tasted great. But I didn’t care for the house-made dipping sauce made with tajin, which was too acidic for my taste. Thankfully, it comes on the side; so I just skipped it and went for traditional soy sauce instead.My friend had the Carne, Tierra & Mar dish. The presentation is exciting, coming served on a thick, round slice of dark wood. I had a taste of the steak, which was well-cooked. But the nopales (cactus) in this dish wasn’t cooked correctly and was slimy.My friend had a Margarita that she said was good. I had a glass of Pinot Grigio, but unfortunately it wasn’t served cold.Our server was friendly but slow. We were only two people there for lunch, arriving right at noon when they open. For most of our meal, we were the only table there; and at the end of our meal, there were 2 other tables there (a one-top and two-top). So, it wasn’t crowded/packed, yet it took a while for him to come around and check on us after we received our food (I needed a ramekin for the soy sauce but our server didn’t come back so I had to drizzle the soy sauce right on top of each sushi roll piece) and it took a little while for him to come with our check once we asked for it.In spite of the hits and misses, though, I’d try this place again.

Atmosphere: 4

Food: 3

Service: 3

Menu is all over the place and can be confusing. Chips and salsa were average, service is good. Recipes are good but they need fresher ingredients especially the shrimp. Prices are a little high.

Atmosphere: 3

Food: 3

Service: 4

The fajitas mix was delicious thank you for making my night

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Nice atmosphere and music. I went there on a Friday but we were never seated or acknowledged. We waited for 20 min before leaving unfortunately this is the second time this happens the food is great

Atmosphere: 3

Food: 5

Service: 1

Very fresh and amazing

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

I was denied a table outside as I did not want to sit inside while band was playing music full blast. Staff was very rude when letting me know they wouldn't accommodate me losing out on a 20% tip as i work in fine dining and tip generousAlso they don't have a full bar and will not let you know when ordering drinks. They are made with wine instead of liquor. Do Better.

Atmosphere: 1

Service: 1

Great food and service.

Food was delicious, super terrible customer service.

Atmosphere: 3

Food: 5

Service: 1

Recommended dishes: Ceviche Mitotero

Music was to loud for lunch time meal, especially Sunday brunch.Will go again

Kid-friendliness: Don't know if they would have fun.Adult atmosphere.

Atmosphere: 1

Food: 4

Service: 3

Let’s just start off by saying our Mother’s Day dinner was ruined thanks to a certain employee (didn’t catch his name) that humiliated us as we walked out of the restaurant! Handled our situation so unprofessionally! Sadly we won’t be coming here due to humiliation!

No stars!!! Terrible and unprofessional. I had originally called Valentinos for a reservations for May 10th to celebrate my mothers bday and mothers day. The person on the receiving end informed me that it was a first come first serve basis. As we arrived to the place, we were seated at a table, and i politely asked if the we could be seated in the corner area. The waitress mentioned she will find out if it was available. Then the waitress arrived and said im not hearing anything go ahead and take the table. we thank her and changed tables. As we were getting ready to order, a male waitress came over and said the table was reserved. I was taken back since i had called to previously reserve a table and was told they did not reserve. The male waiter then said they just started the waitlist/reservation right now. Then tried to back pedal and say that the people that came first had an emergency and had to leave and they were holding the table for them. I was appalled by their unprofessionalism and behavior.

The hidden gem of the desert..., my favorite spot. Great food exelente servicio the atmosphere is on point good music and art..

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Good ambience, service good not the best. I ordered a shrimp cocktail 4/10 good amount of shrimp, but lacked taste, lacked ingredients. Ordered micheladas 5/10.