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Lavender Bistro, La Quinta, CA
Lavender Bistro, La Quinta, CA
Lavender Bistro, La Quinta, CA
Lavender Bistro, La Quinta, CA
Lavender Bistro, La Quinta, CA

Lavender Bistro

4.5
4.5
6011 Reviews
$31 to $50
Californian
At Lavender we combine the finest meats and seafood with the freshest organic ingredients to create unforgettable dishes. Dine indoors in a warm, cozy atmosphere or on our stunning tree-lined patio. Lavender Bistro also prides itself on providing superb live music nightly to set a warm and friendly atmosphere.

For every occasion, to change the ordinary into extraordinary, come join us at Lavender Bistro, "where memories are made!"

Closed for Summer Break from the last Sunday in May until the last Thursday in September.
Re-Opening 09/28/2023!

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2 people

7:00 PM


Booked 52 times today

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Cuisines
    Californian, Contemporary American, American
  • Hours of operation
    Dinner Daily 5:30 pm–9:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (760) 564-5353
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Resort Casual
  • Catering
    Lavender Bistro's catered events will take our exquisite dining experience into your home or venue of your choice. Please call for more information at 760.564.5353
  • Private party facilities
    For private functions or special occasions, our private room, or semi-private large patio are available. For larger parties, weddings, or banquets, the entire restaurant / patio is available for you, please call for for pricing at 760.564.5353.
  • Private party contact
    Nicolas Despras: (760) 564-5353
  • Neighborhood
    La Quinta
  • Cross street
    Desert Club Drive and Avenida Bermudas
  • Parking details
    Public Lot
  • Entertainment
    Live Music Nightly - piano and vocals.
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 6,011 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.5
4.5 based on recent ratings
  • 4.5Food
  • 3.9Service
  • 4.8Ambience
  • 4.1Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Palm Springs / Palm Desert Cities

    Great for outdoor dining

  • Palm Springs / Palm Desert Cities

    Romantic

  • Palm Springs / Palm Desert Cities

    Californian

  • Palm Springs / Palm Desert

    Great for outdoor dining

  • Palm Springs / Palm Desert

    Romantic

  • Palm Springs / Palm Desert

    Californian

6,011 Reviews
  1. PaulN

    Cincinnati

    16 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    16 reviews

    Dined on May 29, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    As always the food at lavender was excellent. The service is outstanding and the setting is the best in the desert. Love lavender.

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  2. Luv2eat

    Los Angeles

    60 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    60 reviews

    Dined on May 29, 2023

    overall4food4service2ambience5
    We were looking forward to dining at Lavender Bistro since it was our first time back this season. Unfortunately, we had a waiter who was strictly "an order taker" who was only interested in getting our order and getting it served. He did not come back to check on us at all. Very disappointing experience. Fortunately the food was great.

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  3. MaggieG

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 29, 2023

    overall5food4service3ambience5
    Scrumptious food, outstanding service by the waitstaff and the ambiance was beautiful! We all enjoyed ourselves celebrating my husband’s birthday. We can’t wait until you open back up after the summer season.

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  4. luvitalian

    Palm Springs

    56 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    56 reviews

    Dined on May 29, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    This was another wonderful dining experience at Lavendar Bistro. We were a party of 6. After having the hostess move our party, our request, to a different table due to the hot sun shining on us, the evening was great. The wait staff was fantastic; the food was excellent; and the overall experience by all in our party was very satisfying. When they reopen later in September, we will be back.

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  5. OpenTable Diner

    Los Angeles

    4 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on May 29, 2023

    overall4food4service1ambience5
    As others have stated, the service is abysmally slow, depending on who is working your table. The ambience is really why you should go here. The outdoor area is absolutely stunning. The lights and trees make for a gorgeous display. The food is good. It’s really what you’d expect at its price point. Nothing beyond fantastic, but definitely not disappointing.

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  6. Toffeeking

    San Diego

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on May 29, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Awesome as always. Beautiful patio, great food and service

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  7. MaryC

    San Francisco

    5 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on May 29, 2023

    overall4food4service4ambience5
    can't beat Lavender for ambience. Great for a special. occasion

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  8. Redmc

    Los Angeles

    15 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    15 reviews

    Dined on May 29, 2023

    overall4food4service5ambience5
    Beautiful venue with wonderful service. Food was very good but seems pricey.

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  9. ACDC

    Los Angeles

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 29, 2023

    overall4food3service4ambience5
    Ambience was very romantic with lights all over their trees in the outside patio. Short rib was tasty. Scallops were just alright. Wine collection was impressive.

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  10. KentS

    San Francisco

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on May 28, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The ambiance was outstanding along with the superb meals and great service..

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  11. BrentL

    Philadelphia

    2 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on May 28, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Was recommended by a family member and was very happy with Lavender!

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  12. OpenTable Diner

    Los Angeles

    3 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on May 27, 2023

    overall3food4service1ambience5
    The service was actually unacceptable. I arrived with two female friends and 30 minutes later after being seated we still have not received any service. We flagged a server walking by to order drinks again time is passing by and no one is coming by to even offer us menus. One of us got up and flagged another person down to bring us menus. Now we wait. Again, no one is coming by. We flag a female server down and ask her if we have a server for our table? She flags another person down to take our order. So this is how our evening carried on, we were completely disregarded and ignored. While the tables around us that arrived after us we’re getting full attention and full service we will not be coming back.

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  13. MichaelB

    Palm Springs

    9 reviews

    5.0

    9 reviews

    Dined on May 27, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We love Lavender's! Beautiful courtyard, romantic, great food. We will be back!

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  14. 1foodie

    Seattle

    24 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    24 reviews

    Dined on May 22, 2023

    overall3food5service1ambience5
    Have dined many times here-food always delish! Service however was very poor- didn’t bring our appetizer - then got our entrees wrong -didn’t check to see if we and our two out of town guests would need anything!

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  15. Divachef

    Vancouver

    4 reviews

    3.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on May 22, 2023

    overall3food4service2ambience3
    After our order was taken we felt throughout the evening that our waiter sort of "ignored us at times" we poured our own wine twice, and we felt perhaps because our order wasn't a big item ordered that he realized the final bill wouldn't be big thus a not so big a tip. Actually and I mentioned it to him, the young chap (bus boy?) who brought water, bread etc was much more attentive than our waiter. Whether he had too many tables to look after but over all it was a good evening,. Prices are quite high, portion are huge and the no corkage on Sun is wonderful we must say, when you look at the prices of wines on the list. It's a lovely place for a special occasion. Overall we enjoyed but might explain why we hadn't been back for 7 yrs!

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  16. OpenTable Diner

    Alabama

    5 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on May 21, 2023

    overall3food4service1ambience4
    The server rudely rushed us through our meal From start to finish with increasing aggressiveness. I’ve never experienced anything like it.

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  17. Kate

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 21, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We had a beautiful birthday dinner. Easily sat our group of 9. Food was delicious, drinks were on point! Thank you!

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  18. Cici

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 21, 2023

    overall4food4service3ambience4
    It was a nice atmosphere and the food was good. If they sit you outside, ask for one of their fly fans if they don’t already have one on the table. If not the flies will be all over you and your food. They had a singer/guitarist outside but you could barely hear him, which to me defeated the point of having him. We were celebrating our 6th yr wedding anniversary and usually the waiter would ask if it was our first time there and if we’re celebrating anything, but he didn’t. Got handed drink menus and food menus and that was it. It was a nice place but when we come back to the area again we may not revisit.

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  19. LizaC

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 21, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We took my mother out for a birthday celebration and it exceeded our expectations. The food was superb, they even had vegan options for my husband and I and then provided a "birthday desert" with a candle. This will be our new go-to for special occaisions.

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  20. maryr17

    Palm Springs

    46 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    46 reviews

    Dined on May 21, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We had four generations in our party and we found something for every taste. The service was prompt and efficient and the ambiance made everyone from 2 to 85 happy. We have been here before and we love introducing family and friends to Lavender.

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  21. CynthiaS

    Las Vegas

    2 reviews

    4.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on May 20, 2023

    overall4food5service4ambience4
    Good was delicious. In spite of the high number of diners, the food came quite quickly. Service was friendly and prompt. Only SMALL complaint is tolls were hard.

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  22. FDiD

    Chicago

    9 reviews

    5.0

    9 reviews

    Dined on May 20, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Lavender Bistro is a magical place! The food, the ambience and the service was all outstanding! I probably had the best salmon that I’ve ever had there!

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  23. Kathryn

    Portland

    4 reviews

    3.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on May 20, 2023

    overall3food3service4ambience4
    My husband and I had halibut which was the dinner special. We both found our fish dry and over cooked. Would not order this again. I would recommend Lavender Bistro to a friend with emphasis on the outdoor seating.

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  24. RobinPaul

    Los Angeles

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on May 19, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Jerry was our server; remembering his name is a good sign of satisfaction, and my party of two was supremely satisfied. Food wonderful, both the choices and the preparation/taste. Outdoor seating sublime, other diners supplied great atmosphere, and Scott Carter on the guitar & vocal laid down a perfect song selection and delivery. Happy, and thank you - Paul

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  25. SaraM

    Los Angeles

    10 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    10 reviews

    Dined on May 19, 2023

    overall4food5service5ambience5
    Everything was great, it was just too hot. Wish there were some fans or misters. Will wait till next season to come back cools off.

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  26. Sasha

    Palm Springs

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 19, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Excellent as always. Great, food, great service, lovely ambience.

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  27. CraigB

    Orange County

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 18, 2023

    overall4food5service3ambience4
    Music was not appropriate for dinner and way too loud. We left at 8:30 pm and the musician finally started to play more mellow music on a Wednesday nite

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  28. CHI2021

    Palm Springs

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on May 17, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Been here several times. Never a bad visit. Always exceptional. From staff to food no complaints. Love lavender bistro. Please keep up the good work.

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  29. LisaA

    Los Angeles

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on May 15, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Wonderful dining under the tree canopy and lights. Service is top notch!! Food very good and good portion size.

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  30. Missy

    Los Angeles

    29 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    29 reviews

    Dined on May 15, 2023

    overall3food3service4ambience5
    Always a favorite but just didn’t deliver this time. I come often and love Lavendar Bistro but this time it started in the bar w a horrible vodka martini. Had to send it back. Even though it was warm, we elected to sit in the beautiful patio garden. Perhaps not a great choice this time of year because of the heat. We started w the beet salad which is normally wonderful but this time the beets were really tough and hard. I then had the lobster ravioli which was delicious. My daughter had the steak and ordered medium and it came out bloody rare. She sent it back because it was almost ‘walking’ and it took 30 minutes to get back. By this time we were finished and took it to go. Service was slow but not our servers fault for what’s happening in the kitchen. To say we were disappointed is an understatement especially since they’ve raised prices quite a bit and it was a special occasion. It’s still a beautiful atmosphere but will definitely rethink the next visit.

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  31. ErinH

    Las Vegas

    19 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    19 reviews

    Dined on May 15, 2023

    overall5food4service5ambience5
    Other than my dads steak being well done and chewy my meal was delicious, the lobster ravioli is to die for!!! I was a little sad you took my fav lobster salad off the menu but the crab one is excellent as well. I was a little uncomfortable with one of the hostesses she was handing roses out as it was Mother’s Day looked me up and down and moved onto another lady. I didn’t need one I’m not a mom but it was rude

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  32. JulieF

    Las Vegas

    4 reviews

    3.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on May 15, 2023

    overall3food2service2ambience5
    Food was just okay and we felt like we were being rushed through our dinner. The ambience and setting is delightful but do not need to go back.

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  33. Goddess

    Los Angeles

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on May 15, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Everything was great. Food was delectable, servers fast, professional and quick. Ambiance the best. Our new favorite restaurant.

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  34. KelvinA

    San Francisco

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on May 14, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Second time here and didn’t disappoint. The ambiance is great and do are the lobster raviolis.

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  35. KG13

    New York Area

    3 reviews

    vip
    2.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on May 14, 2023

    overall2food1service2ambience1
    If you are nostalgic for a food menu that seems stuck in the 1990s that seems to be governed by the concept that the more flavors included on one plate (with individual dishes that regularly include fruit, vegetables, protein, salsa, Asian fusion and American flavors) the better, than this place is for you.

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  36. OpenTable Diner

    San Diego

    9 reviews

    5.0

    9 reviews

    Dined on May 14, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great place!! The ambiance was great and the seafood tower appetizer and short ribs were amazing! I ordered the lavender cocktail and it definitely did not disappoint.

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  37. Patti

    Miami

    4 reviews

    4.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on May 14, 2023

    overall4food4service3ambience5
    i think that the servers need to wear something else in the heat... they are not very pleasant when they are miserable and hot. Ours had a somewhat attitude then warmed up after i asked him if he was hot in his tie and long sleeves.. then he laughed and said he was not. i really felt badly for him.

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  38. KerrieG

    Palm Springs

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on May 13, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We always enjoy a night out at Lavendar Bistro! Great food, music and ambiance.

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  39. Stella

    Philadelphia

    7 reviews

    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on May 13, 2023

    overall5food4service5ambience4
    We should have chosen outdoor seating but it was hot so we went indoors. Outdoors was cool enough and more ambiance. Our server, Oscar, was very good!

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  40. suburbanmommy1

    Orange County

    13 reviews

    5.0

    13 reviews

    Dined on May 13, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Food was amazing, everybody liked their dishes, service was very good, and the atmosphere is lovely. It was crowded, Friday night before Mothers Day, live music made it a bit noisy and it was a little too hot to be sitting outdoors, but it’s our second time there and we would go back again anytime.

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Safety precautions

  • Cleaning & sanitizing

    • Surfaces sanitized between seatings
    • Digital, disposable or sanitized menu provided
    • Common areas deep-cleaned daily
    • Sanitizer or wipes provided for customers
  • Physical distancing

    • Limited number of seated diners
    • Distancing maintained in common areas
    • Extra space between tables
  • Protective equipment

    • Waitstaff wear masks
    • Diners must wear masks unless eating or drinking
  • Screening

    • Sick staff prohibited in the workplace

FAQs

Lavender Bistro is rated 4.5 stars by 6011 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 52 times today
Google Map for Lavender Bistro

78073 Calle Barcelona, La Quinta, CA 92253

Additional information

  • Cross street
    Desert Club Drive and Avenida Bermudas
  • Neighborhood
    La Quinta
  • Hours of operation
    Dinner Daily 5:30 pm–9:00 pm
  • Cuisines
    Californian, Contemporary American, American
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Resort Casual
  • Parking details
    Public Lot
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Entertainment
    Live Music Nightly - piano and vocals.
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
    (760) 564-5353
  • Catering
    Lavender Bistro's catered events will take our exquisite dining experience into your home or venue of your choice. Please call for more information at 760.564.5353
  • Private party facilities
    For private functions or special occasions, our private room, or semi-private large patio are available. For larger parties, weddings, or banquets, the entire restaurant / patio is available for you, please call for for pricing at 760.564.5353.
  • Private party contact
    Nicolas Despras: (760) 564-5353
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