Best Lunch Restaurants in Palm Desert

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Palm Springs / Palm Desert

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Cathedral CityIndian WellsIndioLa QuintaPalm DesertPalm Springs

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CharmingFancyGood for business mealsGood for groupsGood for special occasionsGreat for brunch

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All dining options

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Gender-neutral restroomWheelchair access

57 restaurants available nearby

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1. Café Des Beaux-Arts

4.7

Exceptional(2383)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• French • Palm Desert

Booked 34 times today

Come and savor French-Mediterranean cuisine in the heart of Palm Desert. Enjoy a truly wonderful dining experience on our patio. You'll love our extraordinary food at affordable prices. No reservations taken for small parties at lunch or breakfast time, just come on in and we'll accommodate you!

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2. The Hideout Kitchen + Bar

4.2

Awesome(151)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• American • Palm Desert

Booked 31 times today

Tucked away at The Gardens on El Paseo, The Hideout kitchen + bar offers flavors and inspirations of American food and drinks with a twist.Our dining spaces are open and social, creating a versatile neighborhood place for you—and your taste buds—to play. Whether you’re staying for breakfast, grabbing lunch, sitting down for dinner, staying for after-work drinks, or having a weekend brunch, we offer all-day menus for you to explore and enjoy!

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3. The Fix On El Paseo

4.4

Awesome(437)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Bistro • Palm Desert

Booked 9 times today

We are a California style Bistro serving Breakfast Lunch and Dinner, we take pride in serving only the freshest ingredients. We offer pet friendly al fresco dining. We have the best patio on El Paseo directly across from the Gardens On El Paseo. We will be offering a special pre-fixe menu on Christmas Eve. Please join us!

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4. Sullivan's Steakhouse - Palm Desert

3.8

Excellent(3586)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Steakhouse • Palm Desert

Booked 56 times today

The beautiful Shops and Gardens of El Paseo is home to Sullivan’s Palm Desert. Whether you’re returning from a day downtown or a peaceful nature excursion, a bit of shopping and happy hour or dinner at Sullivan’s is the ultimate grand finale. Toast with one of our craft cocktails, whether you’re partial to a blueberry lemon drop or a smoked rosemary and orange old-fashioned. Then, kick off your meal with a plate of spicy shrimp eggrolls or our classic Caesar salad. There’s an entrée to suit any mood, from our bone-in Porterhouse to our Cajun ribeye to our jumbo lump crab cakes. And on the side, indulge in a lobster three-cheese mac or our loaded baked potato. When you step through our doors, you’re greeted with a swingin’, bar-centric feel, and led to your table by a server who knows you by name. Surrounded by the sounds of live music, kick back and enjoy a luxurious happy hour or family meal. No matter the occasion, you’re always welcome to celebrate at Sullivan’s.

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5. Mastro's Steakhouse - Palm Desert

4.6

Exceptional(4495)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Steakhouse • Palm Desert

Booked 82 times today

Mastro's collection of sophisticated, classic Steakhouses and Ocean Club seafood locations are recognized for their combination of world-class service, highly acclaimed cuisine, and live entertainment in an elegant yet energetic atmosphere. A truly unparalleled dining experience.

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6. Larkspur Grill at HOTEL PASEO

4.3

Awesome(606)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• American • Palm Desert

Booked 18 times today

Welcome to Larkspur Grill!We are now accepting reservations! Experience the ultimate dining destination in Palm Desert, conveniently located near the chic El Paseo shopping district. At Larkspur Grill, we bring a modern twist to classic California cuisine, crafted with fresh, locally sourced ingredients. Join us on our patio to savor delicious dishes and refreshing cocktails while soaking in the stunning views of the San Jacinto Mountains.For groups of 6 or more, please contact the restaurant directly, and we’ll be happy to assist with your reservation.Live entertainment Tuesday - Saturday 6pm-9pm***To maintain the integrity of our live entertainment program an entertainment fee of $6.00 per person will be added to all checks during performance nights.***The entire party must be present to be seated. We kindly request that guests limit the number of checks per table to no more than two.

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7. Mimmo's Italian Restaurant

4.6

Exceptional(2126)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Italian • Palm Desert

Booked 30 times today

We are open! Come and join us and check out our beautiful new bar and dining area.The foundation of good Italian cooking is the freshest of ingredients prepared with simplicity, bringing together flavors so no one ingredient overpowers another. Mimmo’s Italian roots begin in his hometown of Bagheria, Sicily. The fresh fruits and vegetables picked from his family’s farm were on the table, or tavola, that night. Our logo of the lemon and lemon flower, or zagara, is a symbol of Sicily’s rich history of growing and exporting lemons, and a reminder of Mimmo’s many memories of lemon picking in his grandfather’s groves. APRIL 30TH 2012 WAS OUR OPENING DAY. PLEASE BE AWARE THAT WHEN BOOKING FOR OUTDOOR, YOU WILL SEATED OUTDOOR.WE ARE OPEN DAILY FROM 5 PM.HAPPY HOUR ARE DAILY FROM 5PM AT THE BAR. No happy hour on Valentine’s Day or special holidays GIFT CARDS ARE NOW AVAILABLE AT: Mimmospd.com

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8. Ristorante Mamma Gina

4.6

Exceptional(1721)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Italian • Palm Desert

Booked 20 times today

Now Open for a Wonderful Indoor & Outdoor Dining Experience! For over 34 years, Ristorante Mamma Gina has been serving truly authentic Tuscan dishes to the Palm Desert community. Our family grew up in Florence, and we love sharing the delicious flavors and traditional recipes that have been passed down through the generations. It's a real passion for us -- giving our best and showing total devotion to our customers is just what we do. We consider every member of our team and every person who walks in our doors as a part of the family. With a welcoming atmosphere and meals that are sure to delight, we'll make you feel as if you've stepped into Florence.

9. Babaloo Lounge

4.1

Excellent(350)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Gastro Pub • Palm Desert

Booked 3 times today

We are a gastropub specializing in Cuban and Peruvian flavors. While still adhering to age old family recipes, we strive to be innovative and open minded, just as our ancestors were when these flavors were first imagined. Here at BaBaLoo, we want to take on this multicultural challenge by providing the most authentic dining experience that Lake Havasu City and Palm Desert have to offer. Cuba and Peru are rich in history, and nothing tells that tale better than their diverse flavor combinations. We take ideas from cuisines around the world; Chinese, Japanese, Spanish, Caribbean, and African flavors have heavily influenced Cuban and Peruvian food throughout history.

A photo of Mitch's on El Paseo Prime Seafood restaurant

10. Mitch's on El Paseo Prime Seafood

4.8

Exceptional(4568)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Californian • Palm Desert

Booked 88 times today

Thank you for choosing Mitch's on El Paseo. Sushi, Specialty Sake Selections, Prime Steaks and Seafood. Serving Lunch and Dinner. Climatized patio, Located at the corner of Portola & El Paseo in Palm Desert. Come join us for great food and a fabulous time!

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Alfred
Los Angeles •2 reviews
5.0
Dined today
It was our first time but won't be our last. The food wad great, we had good service and would recommend The Fix highly.
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The Fix On El PaseoPrice: Expensive• Bistro• Palm Desert
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4.4
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kathyVIP
Vancouver / British Columbia •5 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
Went to Happy hour, the food was delicious and the prices very reasonable
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The Hideout Kitchen + BarPrice: Moderate• American• Palm Desert
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4.2
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RonaldVIP
Chicago / Illinois •9 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
Great experience, food and service! Costly, but the details and quality of the food was outstanding!
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Mastro's Steakhouse - Palm DesertPrice: Expensive• Steakhouse• Palm Desert
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4.6
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JoEllen
1 review
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
We chose Tuesday Evening for special menu for $99 for two. Choice of appetizers to share, entree for each of us, side dish to share & desert to share. For entrees our choice was the 14 oz Ribeye & the Shrimp stuffed with crab. Our side dish was garlic mashed potatoes & our dessert was key lime pie. Everything was delicious. Our service was prompt & cordial. We had a wonderful time at Sullivan’s with Melanie as our waitress.
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Sullivan's Steakhouse - Palm DesertPrice: Very Expensive• Steakhouse• Palm Desert
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3.8
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RogerVIP
Palm Springs / Palm Desert Cities •10 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
Always great food and fun place. Bread the best in the desert.
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Café Des Beaux-ArtsPrice: Expensive• French• Palm Desert
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4.7

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