12 Best Mediterranean Restaurants near Palm Desert

“The food is fresh and delicious. (Try the beef kabobs!) The large outdoor patio has misters and fans, and faces NE away from the afternoon sun.“

“Wonderful food. Welcoming and delicious. Tavyn was friendly and professional. Highly recommend. I will be back. Thank you:)“

“This was the best Peruvian food hands down made by Peruvians so the taste was authentic with authentic ingredients. My wife and I met the chef and she’s so passionate about her food and was very friendly. Think it may have been family working there every one was so polite and friendly engaged in conversation about Peru. My wife and I had the lomo saltado and I had to get the ceviche con chicharron it was absolutely delicious. We usually make stops throughout the places we visit to try the Peruvian food and this is it. The ceviche was fresh and had all the authentic ingredients it’s like if we were sitting in Peru eating. This is going to be our go to spot when visiting the area.“

“Highly recommend! Good service! Great food! Lovely ambiance! And thanks for being you! 🍕 🥗 ☺️🎄❤️“

“Friends of ours have brought Luna grill food to our home, but this is the first time we actually went ate at the restaurant. The service is amazing. We were approached no less than four times by different servers asking how we were and if we needed anything else. The food is excellent. The pita bread is warm and tasty and the food portions are very generous, and delicious as well.
I would highly recommend it. You won’t be disappointed.“

“Everything was delicious! At first I thought it as a bit expensive but now I look at my bill and it’s quite reasonable. I got the chicken gyro sandwich plate and the gyro was delicious, just how I like it with lettuce and tomato and maybe other veggies inside. It came with a side salad, which made it a decent value imo.

Oh and I got an Arnold Palmer with their housemade lemonade and iced tea and it’s fantastic. There’s some flavor I can’t place… some sort of spice? Unusual tea? I’m not sure but I love it!

Then for dessert I got the chocolate baklava … where has this been all my life!!! Delicious 😋“

“Great food! Picked up 4 wraps the other day. They were huge. Each enough for 2 people. The type of local place that makes you happy you spent your money there.“

“Bonne paella avec beaucoup de calamars et de crevettes servie dans une poêlon sortant du four.“

“My friend and I enjoyed everything. We started with the burrata, I got the filet, and she had the salmon. Everything was delicious and tasty. We both commented that everything had the perfect amount of salt for our taste too! The tahini ice cream was interesting and not too heavy which made it the perfect way to end the meal. The service was wonderful. Interesting location and very tastefully decorated inside. We definitely splurged, but it was worth it!“

“My new favorite spot outside of Palm Springs!
The Sands Hotel team recently managed to snag one of the 3 best bartenders (Ryan Z) in Palm Springs to manage their Pink Cabana cocktail program; Palm Springs loss is most definitely their gain (and worth the short drive).

The space itself is gorgeous; the kind of slightly hidden hotel that you sorta’ have to know about. Enter through the grand double doors into the hotel lobby and through yet another set of doors, and a stunning pool area and restaurant unfold in front of your eyes. The vibe feels a bit like something out of a 1950’s movie. Just as importantly however is the quality of the food and drinks. Spot on!

Now that this unique Indian Wells space has brought in Ryan; it will get even better. I’ve definitely found a new spot worth leaving Palm Springs for.“

“The food was excellent! I rarely can find squash blossoms and when I saw them on the menu I knew I had to order. These are often seasonal and very hard to find. They were incredible. Piping hot, crispy on the outside and creamy in the middle. They are served with Marinara. I prefer honey drizzle or agave so I added my own. My mouth was singing their praises. I’m looking forward to trying so many tasty bites I saw on the menu. Two thumbs up for me.“

“Abel was the one who took care of us today. He was great. Heather, who has taken care of us in the past, was off today. Heather has always been superb. We love this place so much. Highly recommended!

Feb 21st 2025
Our lunch today, as always, was so good. Heather is such a gem! Thank you, Heather, for always being so welcoming and for being exceptional!“