Beautiful spot, great service, food was very terrible. Onion Soup was mediocre at best, my sister's soft shells were terrible, Cesar salad very average with no distinctive tastes, carpaccio at a French spot again very mediocre. Wines are very over priced. Waste of money despite a nice staff
Chris Larson
Always wonderful
Joseph Schulman
An extremely fine French-style food and ambiance. The duck is the best I have had anywhere, and the Dover sole and many other dishes are excellent. Table-side preparation of superb desserts like crepes Suzettes and bananas Foster is also offered. Terrific souffles too. Friendly experienced owners. Valet parking available behind restaurant with elevator to restaurant on upper level.
Bob Porter
The restaurant seemed to be severely understaffed. We never want to be rushed when dining out but in this case we had trouble finding anyone for almost anything. The host with the mustache was amazing. Once seated by him, we waited about 15 minutes for a wine list and any cocktails that might be special to the restaurant. We were told there were no cocktails. A few tables away they were holding a cocktail list and we we inquired, the server said she’d check. Another server finally brought the list. The bottle of French wine showed up as a completely different vintage with an explanation that they were out of what was listed. The server said she’d work something out on the price and then started to open a younger bottle. She slipped the cork in her pocket and when asked if we could check the cork, she rummaged through a pocket full of corks until she found ours (we think). She then preceded to pull the cork through the foil instead of removing the foil. When this left jagged edges she kept picking at the top of the bottle pulling little pieces off until she could pour. Not a pretty sight. No one ever returned to offer to refill a glass.
Hoping dinner would be better we had a ceasar salad mixed table side using vinegar and oil dressing that was so heavy on the vinegar we had trouble eating it. Absolutely no anchovy flavor at all. My wife’s entree’ had scorched potatoes to the point you could see the black and a steak that was dry as a bone. My duck La’ orange was very tasty but the sides were undercooked and mushy. Desert was actually delicious, then it came time to find someone for a bill. The table to our left and the table to our right were also trying to find a person for a bill. 30 minutes later, on the verge of walking up to the host asking for a bill, it arrived. I was fully prepared to spend the $508 on dinner for two but was unprepared for the lack of service and mediocre food. It will be a long time before we return. There are too many better choices in the valley.
Stanley Jackson
A truely classy restaurant with exceptional service and elegant atmosphere. Other restaurant owners and staff need to dine here to see how it's done. Patrons are treated as if they're special and greeted on the way in and on the way out. Respect goes both way and Le Paon got it right; attention to every detail.
Steve Martinez
This place is such a hidden gem. This is my wife’s favorite place! The food is always amazing and last night our filet, lobster and scallops did not disappoint!! Our regular servers Carlos & Autumn & Mike are always so friendly! The ambiance is perfect for a night evening out or a date night. My favorite is the table side Ceasar salad and the greeting from Chef Eddie in the latter evening hours! See you guys soon Eddie & Antoine!
Michael Snow
5 Star evening as always Excellent service and ambience. Venison, Steak Diane, Escargot and French Onion soup, Bordeaux wine and Gran Marnier - Chocolate Souffle. Great wine selection and full service bar. Thank you Antoine, Eddie and entire staff.
Anne Stevens
This restaurant is fraudulent. I went to this restaurant for the ambience and food. We received our bill and it seemed very high for what we ordered. When asked to see itemized bill the restaurant was unable to provide?? I have never been to a restaurant that was unable to provide an itemized bill. They charged our card before ever leaving restaurant or tip and then proceeded to charge us an additional $100 without our consent or signature. Will not be back nor recommend:(
Christina Grady
Branch out and try this amazing 45 year staple upstairs on El Paseo in Palm Desert. Best lamb I’ve ever had. The little potatoes and vegetables on the side are also perfect. The chef and staff are amazing. Our bartender, Nunzio, is a Juilliard grad and stepped away from the bar to play piano and sing. Best experience ever! Oh and don’t skip the scalone and soft shell crab appetizer or the French onion soup!
William W Osborne
What an exquisite evening. Food, service, ambiance and a noticeable genuine caring of our satisfaction. One of my most enjoyable birthday celebrations. My only regret, we live 200 miles away from this most wonderful restaurant.
Dietary restrictions: I’m allergic to garlic and onions and the chef was so very kind and accommodating, even came to our table to make sure everything was to our liking.
Edfi and Atúan are two of my favorite places on El Paseo. They have been there for decades.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Onion Soup, Escargot, Souffle Chocolatée or Soufflé Grand Marnière
Matt Koch
The braised Kobe beef cheek changed my life. New go-to spot for special occasions!!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Katherine Yekhilevsky
Highly recommended ? ? ? ?
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Lizzy Lehn
One of my favorite meals in the valley. Everything was done perfectly. The veal sweetbreads and Duck was delicious and the soufflé was truly amazing. Loved that they had live music
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Onion Soup, Chocolate Souffle, Souffle Chocolatée or Soufflé Grand Marnière
laura underwood
A true dinning experience! Tuxedo wait staff that are friendly and professional. The Atmosphere and food will make your evening memorable!
Beautiful spot, great service, food was very terrible. Onion Soup was mediocre at best, my sister's soft shells were terrible, Cesar salad very average with no distinctive tastes, carpaccio at a French spot again very mediocre. Wines are very over priced. Waste of money despite a nice staff
Always wonderful
An extremely fine French-style food and ambiance. The duck is the best I have had anywhere, and the Dover sole and many other dishes are excellent. Table-side preparation of superb desserts like crepes Suzettes and bananas Foster is also offered. Terrific souffles too. Friendly experienced owners. Valet parking available behind restaurant with elevator to restaurant on upper level.
The restaurant seemed to be severely understaffed. We never want to be rushed when dining out but in this case we had trouble finding anyone for almost anything. The host with the mustache was amazing. Once seated by him, we waited about 15 minutes for a wine list and any cocktails that might be special to the restaurant. We were told there were no cocktails. A few tables away they were holding a cocktail list and we we inquired, the server said she’d check. Another server finally brought the list. The bottle of French wine showed up as a completely different vintage with an explanation that they were out of what was listed. The server said she’d work something out on the price and then started to open a younger bottle. She slipped the cork in her pocket and when asked if we could check the cork, she rummaged through a pocket full of corks until she found ours (we think). She then preceded to pull the cork through the foil instead of removing the foil. When this left jagged edges she kept picking at the top of the bottle pulling little pieces off until she could pour. Not a pretty sight. No one ever returned to offer to refill a glass.
Hoping dinner would be better we had a ceasar salad mixed table side using vinegar and oil dressing that was so heavy on the vinegar we had trouble eating it. Absolutely no anchovy flavor at all. My wife’s entree’ had scorched potatoes to the point you could see the black and a steak that was dry as a bone. My duck La’ orange was very tasty but the sides were undercooked and mushy. Desert was actually delicious, then it came time to find someone for a bill. The table to our left and the table to our right were also trying to find a person for a bill. 30 minutes later, on the verge of walking up to the host asking for a bill, it arrived. I was fully prepared to spend the $508 on dinner for two but was unprepared for the lack of service and mediocre food. It will be a long time before we return. There are too many better choices in the valley.
A truely classy restaurant with exceptional service and elegant atmosphere. Other restaurant owners and staff need to dine here to see how it's done. Patrons are treated as if they're special and greeted on the way in and on the way out. Respect goes both way and Le Paon got it right; attention to every detail.
This place is such a hidden gem. This is my wife’s favorite place! The food is always amazing and last night our filet, lobster and scallops did not disappoint!! Our regular servers Carlos & Autumn & Mike are always so friendly! The ambiance is perfect for a night evening out or a date night. My favorite is the table side Ceasar salad and the greeting from Chef Eddie in the latter evening hours! See you guys soon Eddie & Antoine!
5 Star evening as always
Excellent service and ambience. Venison, Steak Diane, Escargot and French Onion soup, Bordeaux wine and Gran Marnier - Chocolate Souffle. Great wine selection and full service bar. Thank you Antoine, Eddie and entire staff.
This restaurant is fraudulent. I went to this restaurant for the ambience and food. We received our bill and it seemed very high for what we ordered. When asked to see itemized bill the restaurant was unable to provide?? I have never been to a restaurant that was unable to provide an itemized bill. They charged our card before ever leaving restaurant or tip and then proceeded to charge us an additional $100 without our consent or signature. Will not be back nor recommend:(
Branch out and try this amazing 45 year staple upstairs on El Paseo in Palm Desert. Best lamb I’ve ever had. The little potatoes and vegetables on the side are also perfect. The chef and staff are amazing. Our bartender, Nunzio, is a Juilliard grad and stepped away from the bar to play piano and sing. Best experience ever! Oh and don’t skip the scalone and soft shell crab appetizer or the French onion soup!
What an exquisite evening. Food, service, ambiance and a noticeable genuine caring of our satisfaction. One of my most enjoyable birthday celebrations. My only regret, we live 200 miles away from this most wonderful restaurant.
Dietary restrictions: I’m allergic to garlic and onions and the chef was so very kind and accommodating, even came to our table to make sure everything was to our liking.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Restaurantji Recommends
Edfi and Atúan are two of my favorite places on El Paseo. They have been there for decades.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Onion Soup, Escargot, Souffle Chocolatée or Soufflé Grand Marnière
The braised Kobe beef cheek changed my life. New go-to spot for special occasions!!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Highly recommended ? ? ? ?
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
One of my favorite meals in the valley. Everything was done perfectly. The veal sweetbreads and Duck was delicious and the soufflé was truly amazing. Loved that they had live music
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Onion Soup, Chocolate Souffle, Souffle Chocolatée or Soufflé Grand Marnière
A true dinning experience! Tuxedo wait staff that are friendly and professional. The Atmosphere and food will make your evening memorable!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
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