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Signature Oignon Soup Gratinee - French Rotisserie Cafe, Palm Desert, CA

French Rotisserie Cafe

4.5
4.5
1607 Reviews
$30 and under
French

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 38 times today
Experiences are available.
  • Charming
  • Neighborhood gem
  • Good for special occasions
We have deconstructed our Signature Dishes so you can have fun exploring your own version of French Bistro Cuisine. We offer the same delectable sauces & dressings made from scratch in house for you to pair with any of our salads, vegetables, organic free-range Poultry, and Seafood. Create your own plate and select your favorites or try something new - YOU decide. We are guided by the same delicious flavors and cooking techniques; no additives or preservatives are used offering several options for Gluten-free diners. Our Specialties are, as always, on the Menu: Onion Soup Gratinee, Escargots, Pâté de Foies de Volailles, Chicken or Seafood Vol-au-Vent, Lamb Tagine, Boeuf Bourguignon and scrumptious Sandwiches, all offered all day, 6 days/week, to dine-in or take-out - giving you so many options to visit us. New Coffee Bar - Paris inspired Cocktails & Full Bar, French Provenance Wine List & Beers. See you soon!

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    French, Bistro, Contemporary European
  • Hours of operation
    Tue–Sun 11:30 am–8:30 pm
  • Phone number
    (760) 848-7684 ext. 1
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Executive chef
    Alexander A. Fuentes
  • Neighborhood
    Palm Desert
  • Cross street
    US Hwy 111 and Town Center Drive near Whole Foods
  • Parking details
    Ample parking available
  • Additional
    Beer, Cafe, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Dog Friendly, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Vegan, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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Experiences

  • HOLIDAY SEASON SPECIALS

    Dec 26, 2024 - Dec 29, 2024
    Try our Specials for the weekend between Christmas & New Years Eve: - CASSOULET DE TOULOUSE | 45 Languedoc White Bean Stew, Duck Leg Confit, Saucisse de Toulouse, Duck & Armagnac Sausage - VEAL OSSO BUCCO | 45 Braised Bone-in Veal stewed in Castelveltrano, Olives & Capers Demi-Glace Sauce on Linguine CÔTE DE VEAU SAUCE DIANE | 78 14oz bone-in Grilled Veal Chop, Haricots Verts, Shiitake Mushrooms Mustard Sauce, Yukon Gold Puree
    HOLIDAY SEASON SPECIALS Photo
  • NEW ALL-DAY MENU - MAKE YOUR OWN PLATE

    Multiple dates available
    We have deconstructed our Signature Dishes so you can have fun exploring French Bistro Cuisine. We now offer the same delectable sauces & dressings made from scratch for you to pair with any of our salads, vegetables, organic free-range Rotisserie Chicken and Seafood. Create your own plate and select your favorites or try something new. We are guided by the same delicious flavors and cooking techniques; no additives or preservatives, freshly made from scratch. Our Specialties are as always on the Menu, plus scrumptious sandwiches, all offered all day, 6 days/week, to dine-in or take-out - giving you so many options to visit us to enjoy !
    NEW ALL-DAY MENU - MAKE YOUR OWN PLATE Photo
  • 2024NEW YEAR'S EVE REVEIILLON

    $120.00 per person

    Prepaid

    Dec 31, 2024 - Jan 1, 2025
    Bring in 2024 in a Parisian Bistro Atmosphere with our Signature Menu classics - Amuse Bouche & Flute de Crémant to start, Selection of Hors d’Oeuvres: TERRINE DE FOIES DE VOLLAILLES AUX TRUFFES or SALADE DE CŒUR DE LAITUE AU FROMAGE (St Andre Triple Cream) or ESGARCOTS DE BOURGOGNE or BOUDIN BLANC DE CHAMPAGNE AUX POMMES (French White Sausage & caramelized apples) Selection of Main Courses: CHILEAN SEABASS AUX AGRUMES or BOUCHÉE À LA REINE AU HOMARD & PETITS LÉGUME or SNAKE RIVER FARM CÔTE DE VEAU À LA DIJONAISE +15 or WAGUY EYE OF THE RIBEYE AU POIVRE VERT + 15 OR CANARD LEG & MAGRET CONFIT AUX MARRONS Selection of Desserts: PROFITEROLE AU CHOCOLAT or MEYER LEMON MILLES FEUILLES or CHOCOLATE MOUSSE A LA ROSE
    2024NEW YEAR'S EVE REVEIILLON Photo

What 1,607 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.5
4.5 based on recent ratings
  • 4.5Food
  • 4.5Service
  • 4.4Ambience
  • 4.4Value

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Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
French Rotisserie Cafe offers a delightful taste of France with "excellent French cuisine," charming ambiance, and attentive service. Guests rave about "delicious food" including standout dishes like duck and escargots. The owners add a personal touch, making it a "favorite French restaurant in the valley." Perfect for a special meal!

1,607 Reviews
  1. Mike

    VIP

    Palm Springs

    185 reviews

    2.0

    185 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 2
    The service was awfully slow. I don't think the food was as good as it has been in the past. We had a lamb shank and duck. The lamb portion was huge while there was only one pirece of duck (Thigh and leg). The escargot was barely warm and they must have run out of the regular serving pieces as they were just placed on a saucer with minimal garlic butter. I will chalk this ups as an anomaly from what has always been one of the better restaurants in the valley.

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  2. tom

    VIP

    Minneapolis

    93 reviews

    4.0

    93 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 4
    Food and ambience were great, but we had a little trouble with the service.

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  3. Valerie

    Palm Springs

    5 reviews

    4.0

    5 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 3
    It was Christmas Eve and a prefixed menu. The food was excellent, but slow coming. They were very short of staff. Will try again on a non holiday.

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  4. Marla

    Los Angeles

    19 reviews

    5.0

    19 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Dinner was excellent, wine recommendation perfect. Server was very attentive

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  5. Shirley

    VIP

    Los Angeles

    30 reviews

    5.0

    30 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Perfect Christmas Eve dinner! The owners are so attentive and the food is delicious.

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  6. Helena

    VIP

    Salt Lake City

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Fabulous authentic French home-cooking, served in a beautifully designed room that is casually elegant. Gave 4 stars for service only because there was a wait for the main courses—but the restaurant was packed and the end result was well worth the minor inconvenience. I lived in France for a year in my younger days; the French Rotisserie Cafe is the real deal. Can’t wait to go back!

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  7. Tom

    VIP

    Palm Springs

    57 reviews

    5.0

    57 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Our first time dining here. We came early for dinner and restaurant was empty. By 6:45 it was packed. Service was outstanding, food was delicious.

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  8. heidi

    VIP

    Los Angeles

    23 reviews

    5.0

    23 reviews

    Dined on December 21, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The French Onion soup was divine, the simple French green salad with fennel and parsley delicious. The main seafood vol au vont was addictive. We will be back. Merci!!

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  9. Johnny

    San Francisco

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on December 21, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Food and ambience was excellent and the owner and service team were superb. First time eating at this restaurant and like many other first timers everyone loved the food and wine list. Everyone there could not have been nicer at the restaurant…!!!

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  10. Stephanie

    VIP

    San Francisco

    19 reviews

    5.0

    19 reviews

    Dined on December 20, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had a lovely dinner here. The service was warm and efficient, the cocktails were excellent (and huge!) We each had the roast chicken which was fantastic - appreciated the ability to customize our salad, sides, etc. dessert was awesome too! Don’t miss this hard to find gem (tucked away in a strip mall next to Handel’s.)

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FAQs

French Rotisserie Cafe does offer delivery in partnership with Chow Now and Postmates.

French Rotisserie Cafe is rated 4.5 stars by 1607 OpenTable diners.

French Rotisserie Cafe does offer gift cards which you can purchase here.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 38 times today
Experiences are available.

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for French Rotisserie Cafe

44489 Town Center Way Ste G, Palm Desert, CA 92260-2723

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross street
    US Hwy 111 and Town Center Drive near Whole Foods
  • Neighborhood
    Palm Desert
  • Hours of operation
    Tue–Sun 11:30 am–8:30 pm
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    French, Bistro, Contemporary European
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    Ample parking available
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Alexander A. Fuentes
  • Additional
    Beer, Cafe, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Dog Friendly, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Vegan, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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