Al dente Trattoria

491 N Palm Canyon Dr, Palm Springs
(760) 325-1160

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Al Salmone Dine in: Yes Outdoor seating: Yes Takeout: Yes Delivery: Yes Curbside pickup: Yes
Fettuccine Primavera
Spaghetti Carbonara
Chicken Parmigiana
Insalata Tricolore
Quattro Formaggio
Chicken Parmesan
Penne Arrabiata
Pesto Spaghetti
Lobster Ravioli

Menu

Featured items
Bolognese
Tomato, garlic and crushed red pepper
Caesar Salad
Romaine lettuce, house-made Caesar dressing, croutons and Parmesan
Tiramisu
House made ladyfingers dipped in espresso, layered with mascarpone cheese and cocoa
Bisteca di Manzo
Grilled New York Steak seasoned and grilled to perfection
Ravioli Aragosta
Lobster-filled in "Our Famous Pink Sauce" (tomato, cognac and cream)
Caprese Salad
Fresh Buffalo Mozzarella, tomato, and fresh basil

Antipasti
Caprese Salad
Fresh Buffalo Mozzarella, tomato, and fresh basil
Caesar Salad
Romaine lettuce, house-made Caesar dressing, croutons and Parmesan
Tricolore
Baby arugula, radicchio and Belgium endive with our house-made balsamic dressing
Mista Italiana
Assorted baby field greens lightly dressed in house-made balsamic dressing
Polpette di Pomodoro Appetizer
All beef meatballs in a tomato basil sauce
Gamberoni Griglia Appetizer
Perfectly grilled jumbo shrimp brushed with garlic and extra virgin olive oil

Zuppe
Cup Minestrone
"Tuscan Style" garden vegetables in light tomato broth
Bowl Pasta e Fagioli
Cup Pasta e Fagioli
"Seasonal" small pasta, pancetta and cannellini bean soup
Cozze e Vongole
Mussels and Manila clams in a red or white broth
Bowl Minestrone
Bowl Zuppa del Giorno
Cup Zuppa del Giorno
Our chef's house made soup of the day

Pasta
Bolognese
Tomato, garlic and crushed red pepper
Ravioli Aragosta
Lobster-filled in "Our Famous Pink Sauce" (tomato, cognac and cream)
Caprese
Fresh chopped tomato, garlic, Buffalo Mozzarella, garlic and basil
Pink Sauce
Velvety tomato, cognac & touch of cream
Carbonara
Pancetta (Italian bacon), creamy egg yolk, finished with Parmesan
Alfredo
Pesto
Fresh basil and herbs, garlic, olive oil, pine nuts, Parmesan and a touch of cream (may be ordered without cream)
Arrabiata Alla "Angry Style"
Tomato, garlic and crushed red pepper sauce
Quattro Formaggio
Gorgonzola, Romano, Fontina, and Parmesan blended in creamy sauce
Aglio e Olio
Fresh fragrant garlic and olive oil
Pomodoro e Basilico
Fresh tomato and basil sauce
Primavera
Fresh garden vegetables in tomato and basil sauce (Red or White Sauce)
Ravioli Ricotta e Spinaci
Pasta enveloping fresh Ricotta cheese and spinach in tomato basil sauce
Buttered Pasta
Al Salmone
Smoked salmon in a creamy cognac sauce
Checca
Fresh chopped tomato, basil, olive oil and garlic
Polpette Marinara
All beef meatballs in marinara sauce
Frutti di Mare
Calamari, shrimp, clams and mussles in tomato garlic sauce
Alle Vongle
Fresh manila clams, garlic, olive oil with white wine and fragrant herbs (Red sauce available)
Primavera con Pollo
Seasonal garden vegetables with chicken in velvety light cream sauce
Alle Cozze
Fresh mussels, garlic, olive oil with white wine and fragrant herbs

Risotto
Risotto Tres Funghi
Mix of three mushrooms in a blend of white wine, garlic, and Parmesan
Risotto Verde
Tender chicken, fresh spinach, olive oil & oil
Risotto Gamberoni
Jumbo shrimp in "Our Famous Pink Sauce", velvety tomato, cognac & touch of cream
Risotto Primavera
Fresh garden vegetables, tomato and basil sauce

Secondi
Bisteca di Manzo
Grilled New York Steak seasoned and grilled to perfection
Pollo Parmigiana
Lightly breaded chicken satueed in tomato, garlic and oregano sauce, topped with Mozzarella
Pollo Piccata
Pollo Marsalla
Chicken breast sateed in Marsala wine and mushrooms
Pollo Limone
Chicken breast with a vibrant lemon butter reduction
Scallopini Parmigiana
Lightly breaded veal satueed in tomato, garlic and oregono sauce topped with Mozzarella
Salmon Filet
Grilled to perfection
Pollo Funghi
Chicken breast with fresh mushrooms, splash of white wine and olive oil
Pollo Balsamico
Chicken breast in garlic, rosemary, balsamic reduction
Scallopini Marsala
Veal medallions satueed in red Marsala wine sauce and mushroom
Scallopini Piccata
Veal medallions satueed in lemon, butter and capers
Gamberoni Griglia
Jumbo shrimp braised in garlic and olive oil, butterflied and grilled to perfection
Pollo Pizzaiola
Chicken breast satueed in Marsala wine and mushroom

Sides
Side Vegetables
Side Potatoes
Side portion of roasted rosemary potatoes

Dessert
Tiramisu
House made ladyfingers dipped in espresso, layered with mascarpone cheese and cocoa
New York Cheesecake
Made the traditional way, New York style with cream cheese
Cannoli
House made cannoli with sweetened ricotta cheese, orange lemon zest and chocolate chips
Dolce del Giorno
Ask your server for today's selection
Limoncello Tartufo
Lemon gelato with a heart of limoncello, covered in meringue sprinkles
Spumoni
Layered rum, chocolate, hazelnut, strawberry and pistachio ice cream with cherries
Sorbetto Mango
Sorbetto Strawberry

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Recent Reviews

The main entree was delicious. The ambience and music was very entertaining. My wife and I really enjoy classic 50-60s era music. The wine selection was satisfying. Our server provided excellent pairings with our meal. The only thing I found lacking was the bread. If I can make a recommendation, toasted bread with oil and vinegar would be much better. 👌
September 2025
Such good classic Italian! Their marina / arrabbiata sauce is a MUST try if you like garlic. I love their tiramisu as well. The staff here are always so warm and treat us with the kindest hospitality. I prefer to sit outside but the inside is very nice as well (maybe slightly more formal inside).
September 2025
The best in the valley for sure.
The staff was attentive and patiently explained any and all questions regarding different dishes, meats and sauces.
The service was 100% spot on.
The food amazing!
I had the mahi-mahi piccata and have never had better anywhere.
The tirimisu was to die for. Also one of the best I've ever had.
Definitely a hidden gem in the Palm Springs downtown area.
August 2025

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Al dente Trattoria

491 N Palm Canyon Dr, Palm Springs, CA 92262
(760) 325-1160