Arnold Palmer's Restaurant

Name: Arnold Palmer's Restaurant
Address: 78164 Avenue 52, La Quinta, CA, United States, 92253
Telephone: (760) 771-4653
Price range: $31 to $50
Rating: 4.8

4.8 (5102)

$31 to $50

American

78164 Avenue 52, La Quinta, CA 92253

Make a reservation

2 people

Jun 15, 2025

7:00 PM

About this restaurant

Great for outdoor dining
Good for special occasions
Neighborhood gem

CLOSED FOR SUMMER JUNE 1ST THROUGH SEPTEMBER 25TH
Arnold Palmer’s Restaurant features Progressive American cuisine, including fresh seafood, steaks, and some of Arnie’s great comfort foods. This one-of-a-kind restaurant features many indoor dining options, including multiple private rooms, a beautiful bar and lounge, and an impressive wine room that houses 2,500 bottles with a large table for special events up to 20 guests. The extensive newly remodeled patio (awarded 2022 top 100 outdoor dining restaurants in the country by open table diners) offers live entertainment every night featuring Mark Linford with stunning views of the Santa Rosa Mountains and breathtaking landscape.

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Additional information

Dining style
Casual Elegant
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
American
Hours of operation
Dinner Mon–Sat 5:00 pm–9:00 pm
Phone number
(760) 771-4653
Website
http://www.arnoldpalmersrestaurant.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Smart Casual
Private party facilities
Call for details

Location
78164 Avenue 52, La Quinta, CA 92253
Neighborhood
La Quinta
Cross street
Washington Street
Parking details
We offer both valet and self-service parking.
Entertainment
Various local artists perform nightly in Arnie's Pub.
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Entertainment, Full Bar, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Outdoor Firepit, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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What 5,102 people are saying

Arnold Palmer's Restaurant reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

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4.8

4.8 based on recent ratings

4.8Food
4.8Service
4.9Ambience
4.5Value

Noise • Moderate

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Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Arnold Palmer's Restaurant offers a delightful dining experience with "exceptional service," "outstanding food," and a "beautiful setting." The patio ambiance is enhanced by live music from a "world-class guitarist." Diners praise the attentive staff and diverse menu, making it a "must-visit" spot in Palm Desert.

5,102 Reviews

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Jason VIP
San Francisco Bay Area2 reviews
1.0
Dined on May 31, 2025
1. Overall 1
2. Food 1
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Steaks over cooked and not good. This is the third time this year I’ve had an overcooked steak. I’m sick of sending it back so I just ignored it and decided I’m not coming back. .
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Barbara VIP
Palm Springs / Palm Desert Cities7 reviews
5.0
Dined on May 31, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The outside patio is beautiful and music is a plus. Food always great, staff is wonderful.
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Tricia VIP
Palm Springs / Palm Desert Cities85 reviews
4.0
Dined on May 31, 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 3
Brianna did an outstanding job of serving our table. However, I was disappointed that the Branzino didn't have the scallop mousse filling as promised. When I asked Brainna about it she responded that I should have said something sooner that she could have shown me where it was. Not possible as it wasn't in the fish. Other than that the food was as wonderful as always.
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Teresa
Seattle / Eastern Washington1 review
5.0
Dined on May 30, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
What a great restaurant! The staff is wonderful, food is really good and the setting is fantastic!!
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jeff VIP
Los Angeles59 reviews
5.0
Dined on May 28, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Absolutely gorgeous restaurant inside and out. We LOVE the patio. It’s beautiful, they have umbrellas and misters when needed, and the musician is absolutely fabulous. The music is just the right amount of sound. You can still have a conversation quite easily. He’s lovely and plays 7 days/week. The food is outstanding with so many great options I could go back every week! Service is fantastic too. This is my fave restaurant in the desert.
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Peter VIP
London16 reviews
5.0
Dined on May 27, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
Recommend the patio when the temperature allows. Guitarist was playing outside as well. Nice food selection and efficient service. Must visit the Trophy room. Best restaurant we experienced locally.
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Patrick
South Carolina1 review
5.0
Dined on May 27, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Another great time at Arnold's. We recommend it to all.
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Larry
Unspecified1 review
5.0
Dined on May 25, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
My family & I had a fantastic experience at restaurant. The entire experience was exceptional & we look forward to returning soon.
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Chris VIP
San Diego29 reviews
5.0
Dined on May 25, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Brianna took great care of us. The food and service were exceptional. Can’t wait to return next season .
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Heidi VIP
Los Angeles32 reviews
5.0
Dined on May 24, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
T H E best in the Desert. You have one more weekend to enjoy before closing for the summer season.
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Arnold Palmer's Restaurant is rated 4.8 stars by 5102 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people

Jun 15, 2025

7:00 PM

Google Map for Arnold Palmer's Restaurant

78164 Avenue 52, La Quinta, CA 92253

Dining areas

Additional information

Cross street
Washington Street
Neighborhood
La Quinta
Hours of operation
Dinner Mon–Sat 5:00 pm–9:00 pm
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
American
Dining style
Casual Elegant
Dress code
Smart Casual
Parking details
We offer both valet and self-service parking.
Payment options
AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Entertainment
Various local artists perform nightly in Arnie's Pub.
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Entertainment, Full Bar, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Outdoor Firepit, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://www.arnoldpalmersrestaurant.com/
Phone number
(760) 771-4653
Private party facilities
Call for details

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Arnold Palmer's Restaurant

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