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Cork Tree Restaurant, Palm Desert, CA

Cork Tree Restaurant

4.7 (4286)
$50 and over
Californian
74950 Country Club Dr., Palm Desert, CA 92260

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2 people
9:30 PM
Booked 20 times today

About this restaurant

  • Good for special occasions
  • Great for fine wines
  • Romantic
Cork Tree Restaurant is built around California products. Local ingredients are used whenever possible and wines of the West Coast, particularly California, are featured.

The wine list is always a work in progress, with a balance of well known wineries, as well as boutique wineries.

Cork Tree enhabits a style rich in California elegance. Large and round booths privately encased in wood and fabric provide intimate spaces for conversation and romance, while providing views of the understated glamour of the dining room. Beautiful Palm Trees and a natural cascading fountain make the Cork Tree Patio wind-protected and well-appointed for dining under the stars. Additionally, depending on the size of your celebration, two private dining options await.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $50 and over
  • Cuisines
    Californian, Contemporary French, Contemporary American
  • Hours of operation
    Sat, Sun 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Dinner Mon–Fri 5:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (760) 779-0123
  • Website
    http://thecorktree.com/
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Private party facilities
    We have two private dining options at the Cork Tree. There is the intimate Chef’s Table which seats 6-8 people comfortably, as well as the Meritage board room, a private room overlooking our beautiful patio that seats up to 30. For inquiries, please contact: hrod8@verizon.net
  • Location
    74950 Country Club Dr., Palm Desert, CA 92260
  • Neighborhood
    Palm Desert
  • Cross street
    Cook Street
  • Parking details
    There is ample public parking for the restaurant.
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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Menu

Cork Tree Restaurant's menu was last updated on 5/3/2025.

Dessert Wines & Ports

  • Balcones Rumble$12.00

    • Trentadue, Chocolate Amore$14.00

      • Croft Distinction$14.00

        • Croft Fine Tawny$11.00

          • Fonesca Bin #27$12.00

            • Fonseca Ten Year$15.00

              • Sandeman Founders Reserve$14.00

                • Sandeman Ten Year$16.00

                  • Sandeman Twenty Year$25.00

                    • Taylor Fladgate LBV$16.00

                      • Taylor Fladgate Ten Year$15.00

                        • Taylor Fladgate Twenty Year$26.00

                          Cognacs

                          • Courvoisier VS$18.00

                            • Courvoisier XO$62.00

                              • Hennessy VS$25.00

                                • Martell VS$18.00

                                  • Martell VSOP$23.00

                                    • Martell Cordon Bleu$65.00

                                      • Remy Martin VSOP$21.00

                                        • Remy Martin XO$70.00

                                          Scotch Whiskey

                                          • Balvenie Twelve$30.00

                                            • Bruichladdich$25.00

                                              • Chivas Regal$17.00

                                                • Dewars$14.00

                                                  • Dewars Twelve$14.00

                                                    • Johnny Walker Red$13.00

                                                      • Johnny Walker Black$18.00

                                                        • Glenfiddich Fire & Cane$20.00

                                                          • Glenfiddich IPA$25.00

                                                            • Glenfiddich Project X$29.00

                                                              • Glenfiddich Twelve$22.00

                                                                • Glenfiddich Fifteen$24.00

                                                                  • Glenfiddich Eighteen$36.00

                                                                    • Glenlivet Twelve$17.00

                                                                      • Glenlivet Fifteen$25.00

                                                                        • Glenlivet Eighteen$40.00

                                                                          • Glenlivet Twenty One$75.00

                                                                            • Macallan Ten$18.00

                                                                              • Macallan Twelve$33.00

                                                                                • Macallan Eighteen$100.00

                                                                                  • Monkey Shoulder$13.00

                                                                                    • Oban Fourteen$36.00

                                                                                      • Speyburn Ten$11.00

                                                                                        Last updated: April 13, 2022

                                                                                        What 4,286 people are saying

                                                                                        Cork Tree Restaurant reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

                                                                                        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
                                                                                        • 4.8Service
                                                                                        • 4.7Ambience
                                                                                        • 4.3Value

                                                                                        Noise • Moderate

                                                                                        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

                                                                                        Review summary

                                                                                        AI-generated from verified diner reviews
                                                                                        Cork Tree Restaurant offers a "wonderful dining experience" with "delicious food," "outstanding service," and "beautiful ambiance." Diners rave about the "best sea bass," "amazing steak," and "superb beet salad." The attentive staff, like servers Jason and Janine, enhance the experience. Some guests note occasional noise issues, but overall, the venue is perfect for special occasions.

                                                                                        4,286 Reviews

                                                                                        1. Betty

                                                                                          Greater Boston2 reviews

                                                                                          5.0

                                                                                          Dined 6 days ago

                                                                                          1. Overall 5
                                                                                          2. Food 5
                                                                                          3. Service 5
                                                                                          4. Ambience 5
                                                                                          Wonderful am I restart dinner! Our server (I have forgotten her name) was exceptional! We loved the experience!

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                                                                                        2. David

                                                                                          Palm Springs13 reviews

                                                                                          5.0

                                                                                          Dined 6 days ago

                                                                                          1. Overall 5
                                                                                          2. Food 5
                                                                                          3. Service 5
                                                                                          4. Ambience 5
                                                                                          Whenever my wife and I are looking for a great dining experience, we consider the Cork Tree, and we often go there. We have never been disappointed either in the food, the service, or the atmosphere. We were just there for Mother's Day. Thoroughly enjoyed it.

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                                                                                        3. Olivia

                                                                                          Los Angeles17 reviews

                                                                                          5.0

                                                                                          Dined 6 days ago

                                                                                          1. Overall 5
                                                                                          2. Food 5
                                                                                          3. Service 5
                                                                                          4. Ambience 5
                                                                                          The atmosphere, the friendly and accommodating staff. The amazing quality of the appetizers, entrees and dessert. The cocktails and wine all warrant a 5-star rating.

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                                                                                        4. Ruth VIP

                                                                                          Baja California19 reviews

                                                                                          5.0

                                                                                          Dined 7 days ago

                                                                                          1. Overall 5
                                                                                          2. Food 5
                                                                                          3. Service 5
                                                                                          4. Ambience 5
                                                                                          Food as always is delicious. Presentation is lovely. Special shout out to our server Jason who was extremely attentive

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                                                                                        5. Bob VIP

                                                                                          Palm Springs65 reviews

                                                                                          5.0

                                                                                          Dined 7 days ago

                                                                                          1. Overall 5
                                                                                          2. Food 4
                                                                                          3. Service 5
                                                                                          4. Ambience 5
                                                                                          Wonderful restaurant. For the second time in a row a rib eye steak came out overcooked but the staff quickly remedied that and quickly brought another done perfectly. Ray was a wonderful server. All courses (escargot, salads, entrees were wonderful as were the cocktails.

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                                                                                        6. Dorene VIP

                                                                                          Los Angeles24 reviews

                                                                                          5.0

                                                                                          Dined on May 8, 2025

                                                                                          1. Overall 5
                                                                                          2. Food 5
                                                                                          3. Service 5
                                                                                          4. Ambience 5
                                                                                          We come to Palm Desert twice a year and always have dinner at the Cork Tree. It is always delicious, excellent service and relaxed. Our waitress Janine was fabulous and we will be returning in October and requesting her section.

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                                                                                        7. Mark

                                                                                          Portland10 reviews

                                                                                          5.0

                                                                                          Dined on May 3, 2025

                                                                                          1. Overall 5
                                                                                          2. Food 5
                                                                                          3. Service 5
                                                                                          4. Ambience 5
                                                                                          Always a fantastic experience at the Cork Tree. A great place to celebrate something special. Wonderful food, drink, and servic. Thanks!!

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                                                                                        8. Lynn VIP

                                                                                          Hawaii3 reviews

                                                                                          5.0

                                                                                          Dined on April 29, 2025

                                                                                          1. Overall 5
                                                                                          2. Food 5
                                                                                          3. Service 5
                                                                                          4. Ambience 5
                                                                                          Such a delicious dinner - everything was excellent!! And the service was outstanding!! We will come back when we visit next!!

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                                                                                        9. Brenda

                                                                                          Palm Springs12 reviews

                                                                                          5.0

                                                                                          Dined on April 21, 2025

                                                                                          1. Overall 5
                                                                                          2. Food 5
                                                                                          3. Service 5
                                                                                          4. Ambience 5
                                                                                          The best chicken, salmon, and Seabass, and top it off with the pear salad 

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                                                                                        10. Judy VIP

                                                                                          San Francisco41 reviews

                                                                                          5.0

                                                                                          Dined on April 19, 2025

                                                                                          1. Overall 5
                                                                                          2. Food 5
                                                                                          3. Service 5
                                                                                          4. Ambience 5
                                                                                          Dining at the Cork Tree is always excellent! The service, ambiance and food are always wonderful.

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                                                                                        FAQs

                                                                                        Cork Tree Restaurant offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (760) 779-0123.

                                                                                        Cork Tree Restaurant is rated 4.7 stars by 4286 OpenTable diners.

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

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                                                                                        Make a reservation

                                                                                        2 people
                                                                                        9:30 PM
                                                                                        Booked 20 times today
                                                                                        Google Map for Cork Tree Restaurant

                                                                                        74950 Country Club Dr., Palm Desert, CA 92260

                                                                                        Additional information

                                                                                        • Cross street
                                                                                          Cook Street
                                                                                        • Neighborhood
                                                                                          Palm Desert
                                                                                        • Hours of operation
                                                                                          Sat, Sun 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Dinner Mon–Fri 5:00 pm–9:00 pm
                                                                                        • Price
                                                                                          $50 and over
                                                                                        • Cuisines
                                                                                          Californian, Contemporary French, Contemporary American
                                                                                        • Dining style
                                                                                          Casual Elegant
                                                                                        • Dress code
                                                                                          Smart Casual
                                                                                        • Parking details
                                                                                          There is ample public parking for the restaurant.
                                                                                        • Payment options
                                                                                          AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
                                                                                        • Additional
                                                                                          Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine
                                                                                        • Website
                                                                                          http://thecorktree.com/
                                                                                        • Phone number
                                                                                          (760) 779-0123
                                                                                        • Private party facilities
                                                                                          We have two private dining options at the Cork Tree. There is the intimate Chef’s Table which seats 6-8 people comfortably, as well as the Meritage board room, a private room overlooking our beautiful patio that seats up to 30. For inquiries, please contact: hrod8@verizon.net

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