Cork Tree Restaurant

4.6

4197 Reviews

$50 and over

Californian

Make a reservation

2 people

Feb 17, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 45 times today

Good for special occasions
Neighborhood gem
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.

Order delivery or takeout

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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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

What 4,197 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.6

4.6 based on recent ratings

4.6Food
4.7Service
4.7Ambience
4.2Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

Palm Springs / Palm Desert Cities
Californian
Palm Springs / Palm Desert
Californian

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Cork Tree Restaurant offers an elegant dining experience with "amazing service" and "delicious food." The Chilean sea bass, beet salad, and creme brûlée are particularly noteworthy. Guests appreciate the cozy ambiance, generous portions, and attentive staff, making it a "go-to" spot for celebrations and memorable meals. Highly recommended for its consistent quality.

4,197 Reviews

E
Edward
VIP
Baja California
3 reviews
4.0
3 reviews
Dined today
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Very goood food-expensive, corkage fee outrageous especially with wine list prices marked up 250-300%.
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Diane
VIP
Los Angeles
17 reviews
3.0
17 reviews
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
We dined on the patio which we enjoy. We were a party of six. We felt menu is limited. Salads were nice, good to have a mini version available . Two had the scallop dish, the scallops were nicely cooked but the accompanying Brussels sprouts were soggy and the sauce heavy. Would love to see something light and citrus with richer scallops. Two of us had the shrimp and crab cake. Appetizer. They were nicely presented but just warm, not hot.again need a little lemon on the side . The salmon dish was excellent. We felt service was a bit slow.
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Ruth
VIP
Baja California
16 reviews
5.0
16 reviews
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
One of the best meals since moving here in 2019. The food was prepared and presented perfectly. The service was impeccable
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Elisabeth
Las Vegas
5 reviews
3.0
5 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
I ordered the Chilean see bass and it was good. My spouse and I came to the restaurant for Valentines. He ordered the Rib eye and that was really good. We spent $145 per person, not including tax or gratuity. For appetizers I order the lobster stack, it was an appointment. The presentation was nice but the majority was tomatoes and cucumber, the sauce was nothing to brag about. The Ahi tuna was ok. I think for what we spent, I expected more.
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Kevin
Atlanta
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The perfect Valentine date night. The service and the meal was impeccable!
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James
VIP
San Diego
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
It was a good but the fixed price for Valentines Day was very expensive . I will not do that again
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Laura
VIP
San Francisco
2 reviews
2.0
2 reviews
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 2
2. Food 3
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 5
We always loved Corktree but the last 2 times have been poor experiences. We were there 2 hours and no dinner had arrived so we left the restaurant. Too bad because the food is always very good. Apparently our waiter never put our dinner order in according to the manager. I will say the manager comped our drinks prior to our leaving.
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Scott
Palm Springs
8 reviews
5.0
8 reviews
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The service and food have never been a disappointment. We always feel confident that we will have a very good dining experience at the Cork Tree restaurant. Highly recommend
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Denise
Denver
19 reviews
4.0
19 reviews
Dined 5 days ago
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Less butternut squash on the menu would be better.
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George
VIP
Dallas
20 reviews
5.0
20 reviews
Dined 6 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
We have dined at Cork Tree several times and have always enjoyed our visit. The sea bass and short rib are excellent. They also have a shrimp and scallops special sometimes and it is very good as well. The oatmeal cookie tini is also great for a desert drink. Service is always on point. Try Cork Tree and I think you’ll will like it.
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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 4.6 stars by 4197 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people

Feb 17, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 45 times today

Order delivery or takeout

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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Cork Tree Restaurant

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

75 Palm Springs / Palm Desert Cities Restaurants to Love This Valentine's Day

Seared Chilean Sea Bass

Organic Rainbow Beet Salad

Trio Crème Brulee

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

Overall ratings and reviews

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Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

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