“Small intimate little Italian restaurant. The owners are delightful and we enjoyed their personalized service and the farmers market to menu approach. Fresh home made pasta and very unique specials of the day were a hit. We throughly enjoyed the scallop carpaccio it was delicate and delicious! Pasta is homemade so not heavy and melts in your mouth. We will be back!“
“My wife and I stopped for a light lunch at the Seeet Basil Eatery in Palm Desert. We were greeted by Martin with a big smile. He showed us to a great table outside. It was a beautiful day. My wife suggested the Caprese salad. That was a wonderful choice. Fresh mixed greens with yummy soft Burrata and excellent balsamic. This fantastic salad came with heirloom tomatoes and some red onion. We asked Martin for a little fresh Parmesan to top our salad and a little olive oil on the side. This was an outstanding lunch, honestly one of the best Caprese salads I’ve ever had. I’m so glad my wife decided to stop here. I left Martin a great tip he earned every penny of it. When you get good food and good service be sure to leave a great tip! I would highly recommend the Sweet Basil California Eatery to anyone. This was truly a 5 star experience!“
“We had a large family dinner here, 9 people total.including kids. The service was excellent, our server made the night more special with his special attention and friendly humor throughout. The food was top notch, all the pastas and main plates were delicious. We would definitely go here again. The overall ambience is special and needs to be seen.“
“We stumbled into Karen's Cafe during a recent trip to Palm Desert, and it's a new favorite! All of our breakfast items were amazing, from the biscuits and gravy to pancakes. I have been spoiled and do not want to have pancakes anywhere else ???“
“Whatever Starbucks is putting into their matcha latte is causing inflammation. Either I'm allergic to the oat milk they use or the matcha tea powder mix ... or both ... so I'm finding alternatives. Sotto Voce in palm Desert has been on my radar for quite some time. Their matcha lattes are excellent quality and they don't just automatically dump vanilla syrup in it like Varraco and others do .... So they're definitely more than a cut above the rest. I put a little tiny bit of cane syrup in mine & it was perfect. This store is a bit of a challenge to get to as you have to walk through the whole mall to get to it. But the palm desert garden malls is a beautiful mall as it is open air and I could use a walk in the morning Have a Good Day“
“La Spiga Ristorante offers authentic Italian dining experience with delectable dishes. Our server was friendly and helpful. I had the rigatoni with manzo and my husband had the parpadelli with buffalo meat. Both were excellent. Will definitely come back.“
“I love their veal piccata and their side dish of polenta. Their special carrots are very good too. Friends we took for the first time were very pleased with their lasagna and special rigatoni, prepared carbonara style. The entree sizes are just right for our appetites. The cannolis, as with all their desserts, are made daily there. Tasty!“
“We have been here 3 different times over the years on our trips to the desert- came here when they first opened with our boys years ago- pizza just like we had in Italy Second time was at Christmas a couple years ago when we met family out here and wanted a place that would have something for everyone in a party of 14. Everyone loved it- mussels, calamari, pastas, pizza... Then we came here late last night after we got into town- here for our spring break get away sans kids- Sunday night, super busy, no rezzies, sat at the bar- ordered happy hour pizzas and drinks- with cannoli for the finish!! Darlings- it was ALL phenomenal! I got the prosciutto and arugula and hubby got the chicci-chicci and claimed it was amazing. I devoured my 4 slices after claiming I wasn't sure I could eat the whole thing and was probably going to take some home. Cannoli was just like the best I had in Rome by the Spanish steps! Even had a bit of orange zest!! Even sitting in the worst seats in the bar (on the end where servers pick up drinks and drop off dirty glasses) wasn't bad- servers were especially friendly and fun! Great atmosphere!! Going back this week while we are here!!“
“Our group of 10 ladies enjoyed a quiet lunch on the patio here following a visit to the Galen Artists Center. The food and the service could not have been better! Complimentary bread (that real Italian unsalted bread!) and breadsticks were served with tapenade. I ordered the prosciutto melon appetizer (1/2) and the lunch special entree of white fish and string beans. Both were great! Most items on the menu are available in half portions. Our server was charming, attentive , and kind. He was fine with separate checks, even for a party of our size! I highly recommend this restaurant.“
“Mario's Italian Café is one of a small chain of Italian restaurants in the Coachella Valley. Everyone in my party of eight was quite satisfied with their food choices. I had the daily special NY pizza slices with additional toppings and an accompanying salad. Can't be the $5.00 glass of Chianti wine!“
“The place looks more expensive than it is with Italian decor of hand-painted walls of people and places of Italy. The food is delicious - I had a nice salad and two slices of New York style pizza. My server was perfect in being there at the right time with the right attitude and the right thing, being both unobtrusive and available, which is not an easy skill to master and shows the caliber of training and attention to detail. Bravisimo!“
“•Service was absolutely great. Went (11/26/22).•100/100 definitely recommend. It was a lil empty but it’s okay. It’s a hidden gem ? for me. ?•Pool tables!!•Futuristic jukebox!!!!! (Bluetooth) ***you do need to purchase credits***Limited artists, that are known (if that makes sense) (Red Mercedes or Blackjack by Aminé) 100/100 recommend!• TRY SCREWBALL! Don’t forget to read the sign !“
“There are more sandwiches to choose from than the spicy Tuscan I picked. The case is full of meat, cheeses, and salads. The bread is fantastic, not grocery store bread, baked right there bread. You can smell the real Italian food when you walk in. They even have groceries if you want to cook at home. Can't wait to return.“
“Service was poor at the beginning of our dinning experience. Server seemed perturbed at our requests. They got better after we said something. Food was superb. We will go again but if service remains the same we will go to another Italian restaurant“
“I moved here full-time a few months ago. We wanted to try an Italian restaurant we'd never been before. Ristorante Gina's popped up. I was a bit leary of the reviews saying the food lack taste but we gave it a go. Ristorante Gina's did. NOT disappoint. The service was friendly. We did not have reservations (which I highly recommend), so we got on their walk-in waitlist and were seated accordingly. I'm pleasantly surprised at the portions and pricing of their dishes. The portions were moderate and pricing was fair. Too many restaurants fill your plate and over charge. In my opinion, everything was "on-point". Thank you for a lovely Monday night evening.“
“Excellent service, from the moment we walked in the door... Waitress, Diane, was so sweet and accommodating, as were the busboys... Overall ambience, good food and great service make it a winning combination. Can't wait to go go back with friends.“
“We visited here for my dads birthday. We had a very nice time. We did wait a little due to our large party. However, they did accommodate our 2 extra persons above our reservation. Plus, there were seats available for us to wait at. The food was delicious. Our server was excellent. The atmosphere was inviting. We did enjoy ourselves tremendously.“
“Delicious! Better than the previous Italian restaurant that was in the same spot (food-wise). We had chicken parm, veal Marsala, and puttanesca. All were delicious. Parm chicken was cooked perfectly but wish something closer to the epic puttanesca sauce was on it as it was kind of bland. Veal Marsala was perfect. Tiramisu and Canneloni were delicious. They also made a very nice Nigroni. Service was attentive, if hectic. Restaurant was full and loud but had a festive, upbeat vibe. Ask for a table away from the bar if you are a party of two that doesn't want to scream your conversation. Great window tables in dining room for parties of four. Restrooms were very clean. We will be back!“
“I recently had the pleasure of visiting Olive Garden, and I must say, it was an experience to remember! After years of mediocre service at this location, I was pleasantly surprised by the exceptional service I received at Olive Garden. From the moment we stepped in, it was evident that this would be a dining experience like no other.The first thing that caught my attention was the speed of service. Our Server Devin was incredibly efficient, promptly attending to our needs without sacrificing the quality of service. It was refreshing to have our orders taken swiftly and accurately, ensuring that we could enjoy our meal without unnecessary delays.However, what truly set this experience apart was the personalized attention we received, particularly towards our son. Devin went above and beyond to prioritize our son's order, ensuring that he was served first. The thoughtful gesture not only made our son feel special but also showcased the exceptional level of service provided at Olive Garden.The servers attentiveness and genuine care further enhanced our dining experience. He was knowledgeable about the menu, providing helpful recommendations and accommodating any dietary preferences we had. His friendly demeanor and warm personality created a welcoming atmosphere that made us feel valued as customers.I would be remiss not to mention the exceptional quality of the food. The dishes were prepared with utmost care, and the flavors were simply outstanding. Each bite was a burst of culinary delight, leaving us craving for more. The combination of exceptional service and delectable food truly made this visit to Olive Garden unforgettable.In conclusion, I cannot praise Olive Garden enough for the outstanding service we received. The speed, attentiveness, and personalized care we experienced were unparalleled, making it a dining experience that will be remembered for years to come. To the server Devin who made this experience exceptional, I offer my heartfelt gratitude. Thank you for going above and beyond to ensure our satisfaction. Olive Garden has earned my highest recommendation, and I eagerly look forward to my next visit.“
“We really enjoyed dinner here. Ordered the Cannelloni do Ricotta but substituted meat sauce, and it was the best meat sauce I’ve had in a long time. Also got Bruchetta Flatbread and Fettuchini Alfredo with GF noodles. We really enjoyed the food and felt that the service was excellent. Portions were generous. Food seemed naturally made fresh.“
“My son LOVES the pizza here! We order takeout often and it's amazing every single time. I love the shrimp scampi. Literally the best scampi sauce I've ever had! Capers, wine, garlic, butter, cherry tomatoes, parsley! Just perfection! If you like shrimp scampi, this is definitely a must try!“