Le Vallauris

4.7

5055 Reviews

$50 and over

French

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2 people

Nov 24, 2024

7:00 PM

Booked 52 times today

Great for outdoor dining
Romantic
Good for special occasions

Established in the heart of Palm Springs at the foot of the San Jacinto Mountains, Le Vallauris has been one of the highest rated restaurants in the Coachella Valley since its inception in 1973. The exquisite cuisine at Le Vallauris is prepared by Executive Chef, Jean-Paul Lair, who has graced the restaurant for over 25 years. The Historic Landmark was built in 1927 as a home for the Roberson family, who managed Palm Springs' first hotel, The Desert Inn. Many grand parties were held in the house for guests such as Duke Ellington, Nat King Cole, Louis Armstrong and many more. Later on, when the restaurant was established it became a favorite place for Presidents and the Hollywood elite, and local socialites.

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Additional information

Dining style
Casual Elegant
Price
$50 and over
Cuisines
French, Mediterranean, Californian
Hours of operation
Brunch Sun 11:00 am–1:30 pm Dinner Daily 5:00 pm–8:45 pm
Phone number
(760) 325-5059
Website
http://www.sohohouse.com/restaurants/le-vallauris
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, JCB, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Smart Casual
Executive chef
Jean Paul Lair
Catering
Coming Soon...
Private party facilities
Le Vallauris has 2 inside dining rooms for private parties each one with a capacity for up to 50 persons. The Patio can also be used on a "buy out" basis for up to 150 persons and a tree shaded Gazebo is available for up to 100 guests. These facilities are able to use an array of "prix fixe" menus.

Location
385 West Tahquitz Canyon Way, Palm Springs, CA 92262
Neighborhood
Palm Springs
Cross street
S Cahuilla Rd. and N Museum Dr.
Parking details
Le Vallauris proposes Valet Parking operated by a third party.The suggested fee is $4 per car.
Entertainment
Le Vallauris has a pianist in the bar.
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Vegan, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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Popular dishes

Kolikof Ossetra Caviar$125.00
Kolikof Tripple Zero Caviar$165.00
Kolikof Golden Ossetra Caviar$195.00
Oyster Of The Day
(Seven or eight)
SOU DU JOUR
Maine Lobster Salad$30.00
exotic medley, passion fruit dressing, asparagus, avocado, baby frisse
House Smoked Salmon$22.00
condiments, toast
Raw Seared Ahi Tuna$25.00
sesame crust with seaweed, cucumber and avocado salad, ginger dressing
Crunchy Boston Scallops$27.00
green apple vinaigrette baby frisée & carrot julienne salad
HAMACHI SASHIMI$28.00
Green Onion | Yuzu Kosho Dressing | Mango Jalapeno Sorbet
Escargots$19.00
Classic garlic butter
PORT WINE DUCK LIVER MOUSSE$25.00
Haricot Vert | Endive Salad Raspberry Dressing
BACKED MARINATED BUCHERON GOAT CHEESE$19.00
Rustic Toast | Red Beet Salad | Raspberry Dressing
STUFFED BARTLETT PEAR WITH ROQUEFORT & WALNUT$19.00
Baby Frisée | Endive | Walnut Dressing
HEIRLOOM TOMATO$25.00
Tomato Basil Sorbet | Basil | Olive Oil | Shallot

Main Course

MAINE LOBSTER RAVIOLIS$46.00
Basil Bisque | Claws & Knuckles
SAUTEED MAINE LOBSTER VANILLA BUTTER$68.00
Corn Lobster Bisque
GRILLED SCOTTISH SALMON$46.00
Honey Lemon | Green Pepper | Corn | Spicy Infused Olive Oil | Farm Vegetables
ALASKAN HALIBUT$51.00
Blood Orange Raspberry Infused Olive OIL | Braised Rainbow Carrot & Asparagus
ROASTED RACK OF LAMB$52.00
Mustard Herbs & Breadcrumbs Crust | Au Jus | Ratatouille | Potato Croquette
MEDAILLON VEAL FILET$50.00
Potato | Truffle Mascarpone Raviolis | Fresh Sweet Peas | Port Wine Veal Jus
BEEF FILET$62.00
Balsamic Reduction | Onion Marmalade | Gratin Dauphinois | Haricot Vert
ROASTED HALF DUCK$49.00
Cherry Sauce | Pomme Anna | Spinach
BRAISED BEEF CHEEKS$42.00
mashed potato and sautéed spinach
VEGETARIAN RAVIOLIS$34.00
Basil Tomato Coulis | Asparagus & Market Vegetables

What 5,055 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
4.7Service
4.9Ambience
4.4Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

Palm Springs / Palm Desert Cities
Best Ambiance
Palm Springs / Palm Desert Cities
Great for fine wines
Palm Springs / Palm Desert Cities
Great for outdoor dining
Palm Springs / Palm Desert Cities
Romantic
Palm Springs / Palm Desert
Best Ambiance
Palm Springs / Palm Desert
Great for fine wines
Palm Springs / Palm Desert
Great for outdoor dining
Palm Springs / Palm Desert
Romantic

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Le Vallauris offers a "magical" dining experience in Palm Springs, featuring "exquisite food" and "impeccable service." Guests rave about its "beautiful outdoor courtyard" under 50-year-old Ficus trees, creating a "romantic" ambiance. The menu is varied and "creative," with standout dishes like the lobster ravioli and soufflés. Perfect for special occasions!

5,055 Reviews

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Steven
Palm Springs
27 reviews
vip
4.0
27 reviews
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Wonderful experience and will be taking a few of our family members this Friday to experience the great food and service
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James
Palm Springs
32 reviews
vip
5.0
32 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We love dining here. Last night we both had the beef cheeks, which were delicious. The crispy scallops were also good. Thank you Raymond for the recommendation! I had a wonderful crème brûlée for dessert while my husband enjoyed the chocolate pots de crème. Service was excellent. Give. What other restaurants are charging these days, this place is a good value.
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LeeAnn
Palm Springs
11 reviews
vip
5.0
11 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We had a lovely dinner on the beautiful outdoor patio. With the heaters, the temperature was perfect! Food and service were exceptional.
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Tijana
Orange County
3 reviews
vip
3.0
3 reviews
Dined 4 days ago
1. Overall 3
2. Food 2
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 5
Food very average and overpriced. Too many servers so confusion over what guests actually ordered or needed. Great ambience in gazebo tho’
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teri
Denver
7 reviews
vip
5.0
7 reviews
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We had a lovely evening celebrating my husband’s birthday. Nick and Linda were wonderfully attentive. The food was delicious as always
Le VallaurisResponded 6 days ago
Thank you for taking the time to leave a 5 star review. We look forward to serving you again soon.
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Catherine
San Antonio
51 reviews
5.0
51 reviews
Dined on November 16, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Our meal was excellent, as always! The mushroom soup was amazing - if they have it, get it! The Caesar salad had a lovely spice to it and was crisp and crunchy. The lamb was perfectly cooked, as was the filet. We opted to share the Grand Mariner soufflé and were surprised at how light it was - not always a good thing as a soufflé should have a little bit of weight to it, but it was very good and not grainy at all.
Le VallaurisResponded 6 days ago
Thank you for taking the time to leave a 5 star review. We look forward to serving you again soon.
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Dave
Phoenix
11 reviews
vip
5.0
11 reviews
Dined on November 13, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
MARK was our excellent server. Very impeccable and knowledgeable. He enthralled us with the history of the restaurant and of course, his knowledge of the delicious meals. Linda, his table attendant was always smiling and welcoming. Ask for Chef Gabe's puff potato pillows of goodness ... you won't be disappointed!
Le VallaurisResponded on November 14, 2024
Thank you for taking the time to leave a 5 star review. We look forward to serving you again soon.
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M
Monique
New York City
7 reviews
vip
5.0
7 reviews
Dined on November 13, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
This restaurant is truly a treasure and a gift to the Palm Springs area. The service was exceptional and the atmosphere is festive and beautiful. I pre-organized a birthday dinner with the manager and they were extremely helpful preparing a special cake for our party and pre-ordering the wines. Highly recommend.!!!
Le VallaurisResponded on November 14, 2024
Thank you for taking the time to leave a 5 star review. We look forward to serving you again soon.
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Nicolas
Palm Springs
34 reviews
vip
2.0
34 reviews
Dined on November 13, 2024
1. Overall 2
2. Food 2
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 5
Ain’t what it used to be. Menu boards gone to flimsy paper. Sommelier not familiar with featured French wine. Rack of lamb over cooked. Waiter had no charm. $6 parking fee. Bar would not give change for a $10. Music distracting and too loud. Just not the class it used to be over the forty years we have dined there. Last time!
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Kevin
Palm Springs
13 reviews
vip
5.0
13 reviews
Dined on November 13, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
I have been a customer of this establishment for 30 years. It is still Palm Springs elegant dining experience.
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Le Vallauris is rated 4.7 stars by 5055 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people

Nov 24, 2024

7:00 PM

Booked 52 times today

385 West Tahquitz Canyon Way, Palm Springs, CA 92262

Dining areas

Additional information

Cross street
S Cahuilla Rd. and N Museum Dr.
Neighborhood
Palm Springs
Hours of operation
Brunch Sun 11:00 am–1:30 pm Dinner Daily 5:00 pm–8:45 pm
Price
$50 and over
Cuisines
French, Mediterranean, Californian
Dining style
Casual Elegant
Dress code
Smart Casual
Parking details
Le Vallauris proposes Valet Parking operated by a third party.The suggested fee is $4 per car.
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, JCB, Mastercard, Visa
Executive chef
Jean Paul Lair
Entertainment
Le Vallauris has a pianist in the bar.
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Vegan, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://www.sohohouse.com/restaurants/le-vallauris
Phone number
(760) 325-5059
Catering
Coming Soon...
Private party facilities
Le Vallauris has 2 inside dining rooms for private parties each one with a capacity for up to 50 persons. The Patio can also be used on a "buy out" basis for up to 150 persons and a tree shaded Gazebo is available for up to 100 guests. These facilities are able to use an array of "prix fixe" menus.

Le Vallauris

Make a reservation

Dining areas

Additional information

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Chocolate Truffle

MAINE LOBSTER RAVIOLIS

Maine Lobster Salad

Appetizer

Kolikof Ossetra Caviar$125.00

Kolikof Tripple Zero Caviar$165.00

Kolikof Golden Ossetra Caviar$195.00

Oyster Of The Day

SOU DU JOUR

Maine Lobster Salad$30.00

House Smoked Salmon$22.00

Raw Seared Ahi Tuna$25.00

Crunchy Boston Scallops$27.00

HAMACHI SASHIMI$28.00

Escargots$19.00

PORT WINE DUCK LIVER MOUSSE$25.00

BACKED MARINATED BUCHERON GOAT CHEESE$19.00

STUFFED BARTLETT PEAR WITH ROQUEFORT & WALNUT$19.00

HEIRLOOM TOMATO$25.00

Main Course

MAINE LOBSTER RAVIOLIS$46.00

SAUTEED MAINE LOBSTER VANILLA BUTTER$68.00

GRILLED SCOTTISH SALMON$46.00

ALASKAN HALIBUT$51.00

ROASTED RACK OF LAMB$52.00

MEDAILLON VEAL FILET$50.00

BEEF FILET$62.00

ROASTED HALF DUCK$49.00

BRAISED BEEF CHEEKS$42.00

VEGETARIAN RAVIOLIS$34.00

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