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Mitch's on El Paseo Prime Seafood, Palm Desert, CA

Mitch's on El Paseo Prime Seafood

4.7
4.7
3768 Reviews
$31 to $50
Californian
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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2 people

7:00 PM


Booked 36 times today

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Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Cuisines
    Californian, Sushi, Seafood
  • Hours of operation
    Dinner Tue–Sat 4:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (760) 779-9200
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Carte Blanche, Diners Club, Discover, JCB, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive chef
    KELLY WALLING
  • Catering
    Special menus available for private parties or events.
  • Private party facilities
    Can handle small to large parties or events.
  • Private party contact
    Milissa Epstein: (760) 779-9200
  • Neighborhood
    Palm Desert
  • Cross street
    PORTOLA AND EL PASEO
  • Parking details
    Located in back of Plaza Roberge on Portola.
  • Additional
    Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 3,768 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.7
4.7 based on recent ratings
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.9Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.3Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Palm Springs / Palm Desert Cities

    Great for fine wines

  • Palm Springs / Palm Desert Cities

    Californian

  • Palm Springs / Palm Desert

    Great for fine wines

  • Palm Springs / Palm Desert

    Californian

3,768 Reviews
  1. CC111111111111111111111

    Palm Springs

    8 reviews

    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on June 30, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Food great. Service outstanding. Only negative it was Very noisy.

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  2. jmwdo

    Oklahoma City

    120 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    120 reviews

    Dined on June 29, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Mitch's never disappoints us, will miss them until October

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  3. OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on June 29, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    First time coming in, will definitely return for business and casual dinners.

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  4. RickK

    San Francisco

    8 reviews

    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on June 28, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Always great food…owners make a point of saying hello and ensuring your experience is enjoyable. Nice and knowledgeable staff. Great wine list. This is one of the best in the Valley. Try the Crab Cakes!

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  5. rickf

    San Diego

    13 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    13 reviews

    Dined on June 28, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Our third visit to Mitch’s in the last week! Will miss him this summer, as he offers the best menu, quality, ambiance and service among the many fine restaurants in the desert food scene. My wife had the best lamb chops she’s ever had (even better than mine!). I had a fave, the baked oysters and they were crispy and luscious on the inside. Our friends had the ahi dinner, which was amazing, and some go-to sushi rolls. Where else can you get real snow crab in your rolls? Having dinner at Mitch’s is like dining with a good friend. Thanks for everything Mitch and team. Have a great summer and see you in October.

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  6. KellyD

    Palm Springs

    105 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    105 reviews

    Dined on June 28, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The sushi as prepared by sushi. Master James is so extraordinary, and at the same time, for those that don’t eat sushi, there are ample phenomenal choices on the menu. This is our last meal there for the season, and it was another great one and we cannot wait for them to reopen in the fall.

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  7. OpenTable Diner

    San Diego

    3 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on June 25, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great food, service and ambiance. However, it can be loud inside. Overall, I would highly recommend anyone who has never been here.

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  8. MorrisB

    Los Angeles

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on June 25, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Mitch's is an exceptional restaurant. We were greeted warmly and seated in the upstairs dining area with a beautiful view. Our server was beyond spectacular and the food was magnificent. Definitely a go to location for the future.

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  9. OpenTable Diner

    New York Area

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on June 24, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Wonderful friendly and welcoming !! Mitch is top notch!! We can’t wait to be back!

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  10. rickf

    San Diego

    13 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    13 reviews

    Dined on June 23, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Another excellent dining experience with Mitch and team. We brought friends and ordered family style- A dozen delicious and fresh mixed raw oysters Chinese chicken salad- still the best Cabo and Protein roll- excellent and tasty Salmon nigiri sushi- fresh color and nicely portioned Hokaido Scallops- wish I had this recipe, my favorite Tempura Shrimp- always solid So we had a few cocktails, sat upstairs and lingered over an excellent meal and on point service. Our second night in a row at Mitch’s and we have a bigger party reserved for next week before Mitch closes for the summer.

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  11. KellyD

    Palm Springs

    105 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    105 reviews

    Dined on June 21, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    As always, it was a great experience with spectacular sushi and Tuesday Half-price wine!!

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  12. OpenTable Diner

    Palm Springs

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on June 17, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    First time at Mitch’s for a date night. The waiter explained everything on the menu from various drink items etc and provided awesome recommendations. Will be going back again

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  13. OpenTable Diner

    Los Angeles

    11 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    11 reviews

    Dined on June 17, 2023

    overall5food5service4ambience5
    The sushi was very fresh. The Hamachi was delicious

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  14. OpenTable Diner

    Orange County

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on June 17, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    This is our 2nd time at Mitch’s. Both times have been the best experience. The food is amazing. The service was fantastic. We sat on the patio and the ambiance is great. We couldn’t have asked for a better experience. The owners are present and so friendly, greeting their guests, making sure everyone is taken care of and happy with their choices. Keep up the fantastic teamwork! We shall be returning soon!

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  15. JoleenM

    San Francisco

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on June 17, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Our favorite restaurant in the desert. The food is spectacular! We usually order sushi. Amazing quality and presentation. Terrific service. We will be back again and again!

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  16. OpenTable Diner

    Palm Springs

    83 reviews

    vip
    2.0

    83 reviews

    Dined on June 15, 2023

    overall2food2service4ambience3
    This is something of a mixed review. Let me begin by saying we had high hopes for this restaurant. There are not a lot of good seafood options in our area. The service was very good, no complaints in this area at all. First course was quite good for both of us; one 808 sushi roll and one Caesar salad. It was the entree course that was a huge disappointment. I had the grilled shrimp and scallops which were rubbery and tasteless. Vegetables on the plate so under-cooked I couldn't even cut them with my knife. The other entree was the salmon, which while not bad, was nothing special. The comment was "this is like something you could easily fix at home or have at a small cafe for half the price". Maybe we didn't order the right things, but for the price (dinner for two over $200 with tax/tip), everything on the menu should be spectacular. I don't think we'll be going back.

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  17. RichardS

    Palm Springs

    37 reviews

    vip
    2.0

    37 reviews

    Dined on June 15, 2023

    overall2food3service2ambience2
    Our food was good, not exceptional. Service was disappointing - we were seated in what apparently is the bar area, not the main dining room or outdoor patio.

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  18. OpenTable Diner

    Palm Springs

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on June 14, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Excellence at every aspect, consistently excellent at every point! G

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  19. SW2023

    Dallas

    14 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    14 reviews

    Dined on June 14, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    1st class dining experience with wonderful choices

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  20. Chas

    Palm Springs

    130 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    130 reviews

    Dined on June 13, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great evening and wonderful food and drinks. Really enjoyed the overall atmosphere and service.

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  21. HeidiB

    Los Angeles

    2 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on June 11, 2023

    overall3food2service5ambience4
    Our server was friendly and attentive. Employees were the best part about our experience. My steak was over cooked (medium should be pink not grey when cut into). Lobster was over cooked and chewy. Wish we would’ve stopped with cocktails and sushi.

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  22. OpenTable Diner

    Orange County

    1 review

    vip
    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on June 11, 2023

    overall5food4service5ambience5
    Mitch, the owner greeted my daughter and I in a very friendly manner. He gave us a beautiful table outside. The quality of the food and the variety of choices on the menu exceeded our expectations. It was my first time at this restaurant and will certainly be back.

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  23. Perfection

    San Diego

    104 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    104 reviews

    Dined on June 11, 2023

    overall3food3service4ambience4
    The food was typical for a steak place like Ruth Chris, or similar. Decent. Good service. Nothing over the top.

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  24. KellyD

    Palm Springs

    105 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    105 reviews

    Dined on June 11, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    As always, matches was fantastic. Despite the fact that I have been there, many many times, I had to dishes I’ve never had before both were outstanding.

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  25. OpenTable Diner

    San Diego

    3 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on June 9, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    First time and it won’t be our last time here. Food, service and outside seating were great!

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  26. ToniS

    Palm Springs

    10 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    10 reviews

    Dined on June 9, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We had a phenomenal experience at Mitch’s including service, bar tender and food. The Dover Sole was nothing less than exquisite and my husband felt the same about the macadamia crusted lamb chops.

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  27. Mitch

    Atlanta Metro

    33 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    33 reviews

    Dined on June 9, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Was greeted by the owner, made us feel welcomed, like we were coming to his home. Service was perfect and the meal was timed right, hot and delicious. Thx, Mitch!!

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  28. eats1

    Palm Springs

    21 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    21 reviews

    Dined on June 8, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Stacy was a terrific waitress. All facets of our meals were well prepared and at the appropriate temperature.

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  29. KLS0606

    Los Angeles

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on June 7, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Blown away by this place. Friendly greeting and seating at a nice outdoor booth. Top notch service from our server and the floor managers. Everyone was polite and attentive. The food is good, proper cocktails and my birthday dessert was so surprisingly delicious! I recommend and would certainly return! So happy I chose to celebrate my 44th bday here!

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  30. OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on June 7, 2023

    overall4food4service4ambience5
    Mitch’s is one of our very favorites. I’ve gone 4 or 5 times this year. We will be back in October.

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  31. DebraE

    San Diego

    5 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on June 4, 2023

    overall4food5service5ambience4
    Great waiter. Flys were issues with food. Overall good.

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  32. SharlaJ

    Palm Springs

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on June 4, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The food and service are top notch!! We sat on the patio and it was lovely. Beautiful ambiance. A delightful evening!

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  33. PDCarolyn

    Palm Springs

    92 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    92 reviews

    Dined on June 3, 2023

    overall3food5service5ambience3
    The food was fabulous and the service was excellent. That being said it wasn't the most pleasant experience because, even though I requested inside seating, we had to sit outside in the heat. The misters were helpful but some customers complained so they had to be shut off. I understand it was Friday and crowded but we would have been happy to wait for a table inside. It was disappointing to see so many diners in "beyond casual" dress. Short shorts, ragged shirts, flip flops, etc. were the dress of the evening. Staying home during Covid wearing sweats must have been the influence. Too bad!

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  34. KarenK

    Palm Springs

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on June 2, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Our server, Mallory, was attentive and responsive to our needs without hovering, which is a balancing act, I know. Food was amazing and the wine pairing recommendations were on point. A fabulous and wonderfully priced experience at Mitch’s On El Paseo during the Greater Palm Springs Restaurant Week!

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  35. KevinB

    San Francisco

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on May 31, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The service was great and the food very tasty. I enjoyed the halibut special.

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  36. OpenTable Diner

    Palm Springs

    10 reviews

    5.0

    10 reviews

    Dined on May 28, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Mitch’s took my breath away! The quality, taste and presentation of their seafood was excellent. The ahi and ahi taco appetizer was one of the best I have ever had. The restaurant has a wide welcoming area when you walk in. I was greeted warmly but the owner when checking in with my reservations. The owner has a great presence helping and greeting people throughout the restaurant during dinner. The restaurant is busy and larger than it looks from the outside. The service was incredible! Note - a good potion of the restaurant has an outside patio. They use misters to cool down the area but not the entire patio has the misters. Note- the restaurant offers complimentary valet parking. The sign is hard to see so be on the look out.

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  37. TracyP

    Los Angeles

    8 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on May 28, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Mitch’s never disappoints. Everything they do is perfect. The service, the drinks, the food and the desserts are all amazing.

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  38. BrentD

    Los Angeles

    12 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    12 reviews

    Dined on May 28, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Always one of my favorite restaurants. the Chilean sea bass is my favorite as is the jalapeño poppers which like no other I have experienced. Their Chocolate balloon cake is wonderful and the presentation is one to behold. We are going to miss them through the summer, but will be back at their door in the Fall.

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  39. zephyr

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 27, 2023

    overall3food5service1ambience2
    Repeat visit for us. First time was fabulous, this time is was not good. Long wait to get drinks when we sat down... 20 minutes minimum. Then the waiter disappeared only to come back 30 minutes later to take our order. The noise was so bad we could hardly carry on a conversation. The food was great, but again... it took the waiter a long time to reappear. I am not sure we will return again. Very disappointing.

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  40. OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 26, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Wonderful experience! Great food and service! Can’t wait to come back

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Safety precautions

  • Cleaning & sanitizing

    • Surfaces sanitized between seatings
    • Sealed or wrapped utensils used
    • Common areas deep-cleaned daily
  • Screening

    • Sick staff prohibited in the workplace

FAQs

Mitch's on El Paseo Prime Seafood offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (760) 779-9200.

Mitch's on El Paseo Prime Seafood is rated 4.7 stars by 3768 OpenTable diners.

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 36 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Mitch's on El Paseo Prime Seafood

73951 El Paseo, Palm Desert, CA 92260

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross street
    PORTOLA AND EL PASEO
  • Neighborhood
    Palm Desert
  • Hours of operation
    Dinner Tue–Sat 4:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Cuisines
    Californian, Sushi, Seafood
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Located in back of Plaza Roberge on Portola.
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Carte Blanche, Diners Club, Discover, JCB, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    KELLY WALLING
  • Additional
    Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
    (760) 779-9200
  • Catering
    Special menus available for private parties or events.
  • Private party facilities
    Can handle small to large parties or events.
  • Private party contact
    Milissa Epstein: (760) 779-9200
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