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Grilled Prawns - FERRO, Idyllwild, CA

FERRO

4.7
4.7
1693 Reviews
$30 and under
Contemporary Italian

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 10 times today
  • Good for special occasions
  • Charming
  • Neighborhood gem
FERRO offers a modern Italian menu featuring fresh pasta, Neopolitan-style pizza cooked to order in the outdoor pizza oven, thick steaks, fresh seafood, and house-made desserts. With a full bar, a great selection of both Italian and New World wines, and rotating tap beer choices. There is something for everybody!
Enjoy live music under the pines almost every night in the expansive concert area or quieter al fresco dining on the front deck. In the winter, cozy up to the beautiful fireplace in the elegant lounge/bar.

Order delivery or takeout

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary Italian, Pizzeria, Italian
  • Hours of operation
    Dinner Mon–Fri 3:00 pm–9:00 pm Sat, Sun 2:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (951) 659-0700
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Executive chef
    Frank & Lori Ferro
  • Neighborhood
    Palm Desert
  • Cross street
    North Circle Drive
  • Parking details
    FERRO offers several free parking spaces off-street in front of the restaurant. Adjacent free public parking lot is available with plenty of spaces.
  • Entertainment
    Please check out our entertainment calendar at www.ferrorestaurant.com/music for our continually updated music line-up.
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 1,693 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
  • 4.6Food
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.5Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Palm Springs / Palm Desert Cities

    Good for special occasions

  • Palm Springs / Palm Desert

    Good for special occasions

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
FERRO in Idyllwild offers an outstanding dining experience with a "fantastic ambiance," "excellent service," and "delicious Italian cuisine." Highlights include the wild boar lasagna, pizzas, and vibrant jazz nights. With dog-friendly patios and a welcoming atmosphere, it's a "must-visit" for both locals and visitors seeking memorable meals.

1,693 Reviews
  1. May

    VIP

    San Francisco

    38 reviews

    1.0

    38 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 1
    If your going to seat in patio you should make sure its warm with plenty of heaters. I sat with my furry coat all through the meal. When we blowed you can see our condisation. Salad had way too much dressing and chicken was dry. Very disappointing on Valentine’s Day meal.

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  2. Joseph

    VIP

    Palm Springs

    40 reviews

    5.0

    40 reviews

    Dined on February 8, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Spectacular as always! Lori, Frank, and the whole staff are simply the best!

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  3. Sandra

    VIP

    Palm Springs

    67 reviews

    5.0

    67 reviews

    Dined on February 7, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The small plates are such a hit! The Lentil Soup was`thick and filling, simply delicious. We also had the Caesar Salad, and three different pasta dishes. We ended up taking some of the leftovers home. Thank you to Frank, Lori and the Staff for offering delectable small meals that are outstanding!

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  4. Perry

    San Diego

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on February 7, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We have been to Ferro twice and both times did not disappoint! Our server was amazing!!! The food is so delicious!

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  5. Christina Elizabeth

    Los Angeles

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on January 28, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Absolutely superb. My go to when I’m in Idyllwild. Excellent ambiance, service, food. All around comfort and joy.

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  6. Karen

    San Diego

    3 reviews

    4.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on January 28, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 2
    Food was fantastic Expensive just like everything any more But the restaurant had a strong fishy smell

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  7. Laura

    VIP

    Los Angeles

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on January 28, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    This was our favorite dinner in Idyllwild! Service was fantastic (they accommodated a shift in our reservation change, sat us at a convenient location for our baby's stroller, and were just super welcoming and friendly throughout) and food was delicious with good-sized portions. The steamed clams appetizer (vongole al vapore) was especially good, as was the wild boar lasagna, linguine fra diavolo, and butterscotch budding.

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  8. Luanne

    San Diego

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on January 27, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We always have a good experience at Ferro. The food is excellent and always fresh. The menu is diverse. The ambiance can't be beat. They are very dog friendly, with a front and back patio. Jazz on Tuesday nights is fabulous, but you must reserve well ahead of time. Pizzas (although not my first choice - this is not a pizza joint) are a fabulous pick up option for locals and visitors. Try the family meal, only available on Sunday night. It is 3 courses. Try the Open Table App, or book thru their website for reservations. IMHO, one of the 2 top restaurants in Idyllwild.

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  9. Robert

    Palm Springs

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on January 26, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 4
    Our food order was not correct. They did correct it later.

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  10. Stephanie

    Las Vegas

    7 reviews

    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on January 22, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    As always, the food was perfect, along with great service. The extra treat ( in addition to the wonderful dessert) was listening to the live Jazz band. I’m already looking forward to the next visit .

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FAQs

FERRO offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (951) 659-0700.

FERRO is rated 4.7 stars by 1693 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 10 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for FERRO

25840 Cedar St., Idyllwild, CA 92549

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross street
    North Circle Drive
  • Neighborhood
    Palm Desert
  • Hours of operation
    Dinner Mon–Fri 3:00 pm–9:00 pm Sat, Sun 2:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary Italian, Pizzeria, Italian
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    FERRO offers several free parking spaces off-street in front of the restaurant. Adjacent free public parking lot is available with plenty of spaces.
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Frank & Lori Ferro
  • Entertainment
    Please check out our entertainment calendar at www.ferrorestaurant.com/music for our continually updated music line-up.
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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