Best Restaurants for Foodies in Cathedral City

Discover the best restaurants in Cathedral City

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AmericanItalianSeafoodFrenchJapaneseFusion / Eclectic

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Palm Springs / Palm Desert

Neighborhoods

Indian WellsPalm DesertPalm Springs

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A photo of GiGi’s Palm Springs restaurant

1. GiGi’s Palm Springs

3.9

Excellent(765)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• American • Palm Springs

Booked 22 times today

GiGi’s Restaurant & Lounge is a desert-inspired, Modern American restaurant, serving creative farm-to-table fare with a commitment to the freshest locally sourced ingredients.The menu includes items such as Truffle Portobello Fries with garlic and parmesan and Mignon Surf with filet mignon cubes, jumbo shrimp, roasted potatoes, seasonal vegetables and au poivre sauce.The Indoor and Outdoor Spaces combine flowing dining spaces with a large Indoor/Outdoor Bar, Lounge, and Firepit Cocktail area, serving elevated and reimagined classic cocktails with a worldly flair. Our space is a sophisticated, high energy dining environment, featuring various live music performances, Rotating DJ’s and more, in GiGi’s Poolside Garden at the base of the San Jacinto Mountains.

A photo of Tía Carmen-Indian Wells restaurant

2. Tía Carmen-Indian Wells

4.5

Awesome(118)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Southwest • Indian Wells

Booked 10 times today

Located at Hyatt Indian Wells, acclaimed Chef Angelo Sosa debuts his second location of Tía Carmen in Greater Palm Springs.Paying homage to the beauty of the Southwest’s stories, land and farmers throughout the dining experience.

3. Johannes

4.8

Exceptional(4003)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Modern European • Palm Springs

Booked 27 times today

Chef Johannes Bacher whose global modern European award-winning cuisine including his popular fan favorite “Wiener Schnitzel” has been a downtown Palm Springs staple since 1999. Chef Bacher continues to use his many years of traveling the world as the inspiration for his subtle, creative dishes that are exciting and tastefully show off his Austrian roots. Enjoy an upscale casual dining experience whether you sit at the bar, the kitchen area, the dining room or the patios you won’t be disappointed. Whatever you choose your experience will be one of the best in Palm Springs - “Eat Well, Live Better” Johannes has been selected three years in a row for the Best of Palm Springs Awards for European Cuisine and has been recognized for the 2022 Palm Springs Business Hall of Fame. Please, No children under 5 years old. Service animals only…..Thank you!

4. Le Vallauris

4.6

Exceptional(5270)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• French • Palm Springs

Booked 37 times today

Overlooking the San Jacinto Mountains in Downtown Palm Springs, Le Vallauris serves a selection of French-inspired dishes with a Californian twist in the restaurant and the tree-shaded courtyard. Open for dinner every evening and brunch on the weekends, enjoy live music performances and the daily changing menu featuring French-inspired seasonal dishes and favorites including Dover Sole, Maine Lobster Ravioli, and Veal Filet.

A photo of Sandfish Sushi & Whiskey restaurant

5. Sandfish Sushi & Whiskey

4.6

Exceptional(3845)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Sushi • Palm Springs

Booked 54 times today

SANDFISH SUSHI AND WHISKEY HAS BEEN SERVING MODERN SUSHI DELICACIES IN UPTOWN PALM SPRINGS SINCE 2018.Our chef and founder Engin Onural draws in cultural influences from his world travels to create a truly unique dining experience.

6. 4 Saints

4.5

Awesome(1625)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Contemporary American • Palm Springs

Booked 25 times today

With unparalleled views of picturesque mountains, 4 Saints provides a unique and modern space. Our menu is driven by bright, clean, soulful flavors that are influenced by the seasons. The beverage program provides a concise wine list, local brews, and masterful cocktails.

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

7. Mitch's on El Paseo Prime Seafood

4.8

Exceptional(4648)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Californian • Palm Desert

Booked 57 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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8. Trio Restaurant - Palm Springs

4.3

Awesome(3981)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• American • Palm Springs

Booked 24 times today

Trio offers a lively, modern dining experience with exceptional service. Known for its chef-driven California cuisine, Trio sources fresh, local ingredients to create innovative dishes with a distinctive modern twist. Whether you are a local or a tourist, Trio promises a memorable dining experience. Located in the heart of Palm Springs’ Uptown Design District, Just steps away from unique shops, hotels and galleries, Trio is a 15-minutestroll to downtown and the iconic Marilyn Monroe statue, and a short10-minute drive from the Palm Springs Tramway.Trio continues to earn accolades, including TripAdvisorTraveler’s Choice Award and Certificate of Excellence in 2024, WineSpectator Award of Excellence in 2024, and on Yelp’s Top 100 Placesto Eat. Additionally, it’s been recognized as a Diners Choice byOpenTable. Make your reservation today and experience the best ofPalm Springs dining!

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9. Waldo's Ristorante

4.4

Awesome(988)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Italian • Palm Desert

Booked 13 times today

Welcome to our home! Waldo’s was founded by restaurateur Waldo Cesoni with the intention of becoming “the destination point” for a true Italian culinary experience. The restaurant pays homage to the essence of the great Italian American restaurants of mid-20th century in New York, where delicious, exceptionally well-prepared food was served in settings that were simultaneously elegant, comfortable, and unpretentious.

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10. Le Donne Cucina Italiana

4.6

Exceptional(1147)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Italian • Palm Desert

Booked 6 times today

Taste the authentic flavors of Italy at Le Donne Cucina Italiana! Voted best Italian restaurant in Palm Desert three years running by the Desert Sun and Palm Springs Life, Le Donne Cucina Italiana makes pastas fresh every day using old-world techniques. You'll love the sophisticated atmosphere and delicious, authentic Italian dishes.

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Peter
New York City •5 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
Excellent food and great service. Would like to see more traditional German selections.
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JohannesPrice: Expensive• Modern European• Palm Springs
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4.8
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SusanVIP
San Francisco Bay Area •3 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
Food is fabulous! As is the entire experience. Shout out to “chef” who made this evening so incredibly special. Miguel, our server, went beyond, beyond! Thank you all.
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Tía Carmen-Indian WellsPrice: Expensive• Southwest• Indian Wells
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4.5
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Sarah
San Francisco Bay Area •6 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
Quality of their fish was outstanding and service was great!
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Sandfish Sushi & WhiskeyPrice: Moderate• Sushi• Palm Springs
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4.6
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TomVIP
Palm Springs / Palm Desert Cities •93 reviews
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
Always the best - professional staff - Olivier is the best - and the food was outstanding! Marc served us - he was great!
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Le VallaurisPrice: Very Expensive• French• Palm Springs
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4.6
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CollinVIP
Denver / Colorado •6 reviews
4.0
Dined on Apr 11, 2025
First timer at GiGi’s and loved it! The space is adorable, the hotel adds to the ambiance and fun! Loved our food and excited to dine again on our next trip to PS!
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GiGi’s Palm SpringsPrice: Expensive• American• Palm Springs
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3.9

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