French Rotisserie Cafe

4.4

1578 Reviews

$30 and under

French

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2 people

Nov 30, 2024

7:00 PM

Booked 25 times today

Experiences are available.

Charming
Neighborhood gem
Good for special occasions

We have deconstructed our Signature Dishes so you can have fun exploring your own version of French Bistro Cuisine. We offer the same delectable sauces & dressings made from scratch in house for you to pair with any of our salads, vegetables, organic free-range Poultry, and Seafood. Create your own plate and select your favorites or try something new - YOU decide. We are guided by the same delicious flavors and cooking techniques; no additives or preservatives are used offering several options for Gluten-free diners. Our Specialties are, as always, on the Menu: Onion Soup Gratinee, Escargots, Pâté de Foies de Volailles, Chicken or Seafood Vol-au-Vent, Lamb Tagine, Boeuf Bourguignon and scrumptious Sandwiches, all offered all day, 6 days/week, to dine-in or take-out - giving you so many options to visit us. New Coffee Bar - Paris inspired Cocktails & Full Bar, French Provenance Wine List & Beers. See you soon!

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Additional information

Dining style
Casual Elegant
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
French, Bistro, Contemporary European
Hours of operation
Tue–Sun 11:00 am–9:00 pm
Phone number
(760) 848-7684 ext. 1
Website
http://frenchrotisseriecafe.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Smart Casual
Executive chef
Alexander A. Fuentes

Location
44489 Town Center Way Ste G, Palm Desert, CA 92260-2723
Neighborhood
Palm Desert
Cross street
US Hwy 111 and Town Center Drive near Whole Foods
Parking details
Ample parking available
Additional
Beer, Cafe, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Dog Friendly, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Vegan, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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Experiences

REVEILLON DE NOEL - CHRISTMAS EVE DINNER
$89.00 per person
Prepaid
Dec 24, 2024 - Dec 25, 2024
Join us to celebrate Christmas Parisian Style! Selection of Hors d’Oeuvres: TERRINE DE FOIE DE VOLLAILLES AUX TRUFFES or ESGARCOTS DE BOURGOGNE or SALADE DE CŒUR DE LAITUE AU FROMAGE or BOUDIN BLANC DE CHAMPAGNE AUX POMMES Selection of Main Courses: FAROE ISLANDS SALMON MISO SAUCE or BOUCHÉE À LA REINE AU HOMARD or CANARD CONFIT À L’ORANGE or BOEUF BOURGUIGNON Selection of Desserts: PROFITEROLE AU CHOCOLAT or CHOCOLATE MOUSSE À LA ROSE or TARTE AUX POMMES
NEW ALL-DAY MENU - MAKE YOUR OWN PLATE
Multiple dates available
We have deconstructed our Signature Dishes so you can have fun exploring French Bistro Cuisine. We now offer the same delectable sauces & dressings made from scratch for you to pair with any of our salads, vegetables, organic free-range Rotisserie Chicken and Seafood. Create your own plate and select your favorites or try something new. We are guided by the same delicious flavors and cooking techniques; no additives or preservatives, freshly made from scratch. Our Specialties are as always on the Menu, plus scrumptious sandwiches, all offered all day, 6 days/week, to dine-in or take-out - giving you so many options to visit us to enjoy !
2024NEW YEAR'S EVE REVEIILLON
$120.00 per person
Prepaid
Dec 31, 2024 - Jan 1, 2025
Bring in 2024 in a Parisian Bistro Atmosphere with our Signature Menu classics - Amuse Bouche & Flute de Crémant to start, Selection of Hors d’Oeuvres: TERRINE DE FOIES DE VOLLAILLES AUX TRUFFES or CAVIAR, BLINIS & MEYER LEMON CRÈME FRAÎCHE (+70) 1oz (30grs) Imperial Osetra Caviar Sustainably Raised, Warm Blinis or SALADE DE CŒUR DE LAITUE AU FROMAGE or ESGARCOTS DE BOURGOGNE Selection of Main Courses: CHILEAN SEABASS AUX AGRUMES or BOUCHÉE À LA REINE AU HOMARD & PETITS LÉGUME or SNAKE RIVER FARM CÔTE DE VEAU À LA DIJONAISE +14 or WAGUY EYE OF THE RIBEYE AU POIVRE VERT + 14 OR CANARD RÔTI & CONFIT AUX MARRONS ET A L'ORANGE +10 Selection of Desserts: PROFITEROLE AU CHOCOLAT or MEYER LEMON MILLES FEUILLES or CHOCOLATE MOUSSE A LA ROSE

Popular dishes

GINGER MISO SALMON$36.00
Faroe Islands Salmon, Soy Ginger Miso Glaze, Sauteed Spinach and Shitake Mushrooms
Chilean Seabass Sauce Meunière$52.00
Pan Seared in Butter, Lemon, Caper & Fines Herbes Sauce Roasted Fingerlings & French Haricot Verts
Ginger Glazed Pavé de Saumon$36.00
Skuna Bay Salmon, Soy Ginger Glaze, Sweet Potato Purée, Shitake Mushrooms & Wilted Spinach
Moules Marinières & Frites$30.00
Blue Mussels from Canada in Chardonnay Fennel Crème Fraîche Broth, Pommes Frites
Noix de St Jacques aux Agrumes$42.00
Fresh Sea Scallops seared in Citrus Vermouth Sauce, Braised Jumbo Green Asparagus
Bouchée à la Reine au Homard$42.00
Lobster Vol-au-Vent, Puff Pastry, Baby Vegetables Sauce à L'Armoricaine (Cognac Flambée Sauce)

Viandes & Rotis

STEAK FRITES$49.00
10oz Sirloin Steak, Cognac Green Peppercorn Sauce – Pommes Frites
- Rare
- Medium Rare
- Medium
- Medium Well
- Well Done
HALF ROTISSERIE CHICKEN$29.00
House Salad, ½ Rotisserie Chicken, Pommes Frites, Aioli, au Jus
Boeuf Bourguignon$39.00
Short Rib Beef Stew Burgundy Wine, Yukon Gold Purée, Lardons, Mushrooms & Baby Carrots
Moroccan Lamb Tagine$39.00
Slow Roasted New Zealand Lamb Shank in Tangy Spices, Fennel & Green Olives on Couscous
Veal Osso Bucco$42.00
Braised Veal Shanks stewed in Castelveltrano, Olives and Capers Demi-Glace Jus on Fettucine
Steak au Poivre Vert$45.00
10oz Sirloin Culotte Steak, Cognac Green Peppercorn Sauce, Pommes Frites
Côte de Veau à la Dijonnaise$64.00
Snake River Farms 14oz Bone-in Veal Chop, Baby Vegetables, Yukon Gold Purée

Volailles & Confits

BRUSSELS SPROUTS$8.00
Pancetta, Parmesan
Duck Leg Confit$39.00
Maple Leaf Farms Leg of Duck, Whole Grain, Mustard Sauce, Gratin Dauphinois, Brussels Sprouts
Vol-au-Vent à la Forestière$29.00
Rotisserie Chicken, Wild Mushrooms, Haricot Verts in Puff Pastry Bouchée & Pistou Cream Sauce
Paëlla a la Valenciana$45.00
Spanish Saffron Rice, Rotisserie Chicken, Gambas, Chorizo Sausage, Mussels & Clams
Poulet Rôti Sauce Chasseur$30.00
Free-Range Organic Half-Chicken Wild Mushrooms, Tomato Tarragon Sauce, Roasted Fingerlings
Provence Rotisserie Chicken$29.00
Free-Range Organic Palisades Ranch Half Chicken, Yukon Gold Purée, Glazed Carrots & Au Jus
Cassoulet de Toulouse$45.00
Languedoc Hearty White Bean Stew, Duck Leg Confit, Pork Saucisse de Toulouse, Duck & Armagnac Sausage

Hors 'd'Oeuvres

CABOCHA PUMPKIN VELOUTE$10.00
Kabocha Pumpkin SOUP (Non-Dairy)

Nos Specialités

Patè De Foie De Volailles$15.00
Housemade Cognac Chicken Liver Mousse, Country Bread & Cornichons
Escargots de Bourgogne$22.00
Wild Snails (8) from Burgundy, France in Shells, Garlic Herb Butter, Baguette
Fromage au Four$18.00
Whole Baked Brie, Balsamic Garlic & Onions Confits Cranberry Compote, Glazed Pecans & Honey Drizzle
Merguez Frites$14.00
Lamb Moroccan Sausages, Pommes Frites, Harissa Spicy Sauce
Fruits de Mer du Chef$22.00
Vietnamese Lemongrass Curry Broth, Chef Selection of Steamed Seafood

Les Salades

BISTRO CEASAR SALAD$12.00
Romaine, Parmesan Crisp, Fried Capers, Baguette Crumble, Caesar Dressing
Cœur de Laitue$11.00
Butter Lettuce Salad, Fines Herbes, House Vinaigrette
Riviera Watermelon Salad$15.00
Watermelon, Baby Greens, Fresh Mint, Garlic, Fines Herbes Boursin Crumble, Citrus Vinaigrette
Salade de Chèvre Chaud$16.00
Mixed Lettuces, Green Beans, Shaved Fennel, Candied Pecans Herb Goat Cheese Croutons, Tarragon Honey
Desert Caesar Salad$12.00
Romaine, Parmesan Crisp, Fried Capers, Baguette, Crumble, Caesar Dressing
La Jardinière Beets & Burrata$20.00
Rainbow Beets, Arugula, Fresh Burrata, Prosciutto, Roasted Hazelnuts, Basil Pistou & Olive Oil Drizzle

Les Soupes

Heirloom Tomato Bisque$8.00
Chilled – Non-Dairy – Vegan & Organic
Chicken Soup à L'Ancienne$9.00
House Made Rotisserie Chicken & Vegetables
Soupe à L'Oignon$12.00
French Onion Soup Gratinée Comté Cheese
Soupe de Poissons$14.00
Saffran Fish Soup à la Provençale et sa Rouille
Velouté de Potiron$10.00
Kabocha Pumpkin Soup – Brown Butter Sage

Accompaniments

Gratin Dauphinois (Scalloped Potatoes)$9.00
Pommes Frites (Aioli Mayonaise)$8.00
Brussel Sprouts (Pancetta & Parmesan)$8.00
Small Mixed Greens Salad$4.00
Sweet Potato Purée$7.00
Glazed Garlic & Thyme Carrots$6.00
French Haricots Verts Almondine$10.00
Braised Jumbo Green Asparagus$10.00

What 1,578 people are saying

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4.4

4.4 based on recent ratings

4.4Food
4.4Service
4.4Ambience
4.3Value

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French Rotisserie Cafe offers a "hidden gem" dining experience with "fantastic" food and "wonderful service." Guests rave about the rotisserie chicken, seafood puff pastry, and duck dishes. The charming atmosphere and attentive service create a cozy ambiance. While some find portions small, the "excellent service" and delicious flavors keep diners coming back for more.

1,578 Reviews

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Jack
Calgary
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
Great place with a nice menu twist Nice experience
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Jeannine
Phoenix
25 reviews
vip
4.0
25 reviews
Dined 4 days ago
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 3
It appears to be an older restaurant with the bathrooms standing out. You are asked to throw your toilet paper in the trash. Not a fan of doing that. The inside is charming, though we are outside as it was a lovely day. I thought I didn’t like Brussels sprouts and the ones I had with my tasty duck have forever changed my mind. If you’ve had macarons in Paris, skip those; our apple tart was flaky and not too sweet. We’re glad we went, but not enough to return.
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Mark
San Diego
68 reviews
4.0
68 reviews
Dined 5 days ago
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
A very pleasant local bistro. Service was delightful, portions were generous. Rotisserie chicken was a real standout as was steak frites.
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Patricia
Palm Springs
4 reviews
vip
1.0
4 reviews
Dined 6 days ago
1. Overall 1
2. Food 1
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 1
This was possibly the worst meal I have had in many years. The chicken volevent was cold and unfavourable. Service was sketchy. In all, a very disappointing dinner. We will NEVER go back
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Clare
London
10 reviews
2.0
10 reviews
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 2
2. Food 1
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 3
We were very disappointed with the food, we have eaten here previously, and it was always great, but last night it was substandard. The mussels were stringy and the steak was overcooked even though I asked for v rare. The servers kept trying to clear the table even though we were not finished.
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Mark
Palm Springs
64 reviews
vip
3.0
64 reviews
Dined on November 21, 2024
1. Overall 3
2. Food 2
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 3
Excited to try this restaurant based on the reviews. First I must say this was lunch, so maybe not indicative of dinner. They have good recipes I believe, based on what we tasted. The cooks let them down in this case. One of us had a 1/2 chicken. Flavor was good, but the breast was an almost sawdust dry. The fries were tasty, and the mustard sauce with mushrooms was a delight. One of us saw what looked like a Croque Monsieur with ham and a gooey cheese grilled on slices of bread. It looked delicious. However, the ham sandwich ordered off the menu was a cold sandwich with cold brie cheese, and stale bread that was crumbly and not fresh. Couldn't eat the bread. The ham was very good, as were the cornichons. The wait-staff were kind but not effusive. We each had a glass of wine: one a chardonnay from Languedoc, ,and the other a red blend from the same region. Cost of the wine was $10 each, which we thought was a great price point. Cost was not cheap - it was $$76 incl. tax, plus a $14 tip. We might go back for dinner, but probably not for lunch again.
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Donald
Las Vegas
170 reviews
vip
5.0
170 reviews
Dined on November 21, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Excellent ambiance, service and evening. The Duck was sublime and the Moroccan Lamb was delicious. I would recommend this restaurant to everyone. If you haven't eaten at this restaurant give it a try you will not be disappointed.
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Karel
Hawaii
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on November 20, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Excellent French cuisine and ambience as well as the service. This will definitely be on our dining list when we visit.
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Vanessa
Los Angeles
163 reviews
vip
5.0
163 reviews
Dined on November 20, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
French rotisserie is the true traditional French bistro experience. This restaurant serve the best escargots in the valley. Our server Jean Luques was excellent and the atmosphere is always jovial. We enjoyed tremendously the duck a l’orange and the beef bourguignon. A perfect casual dinner!
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Katy
Palm Springs
14 reviews
vip
3.0
14 reviews
Dined on November 17, 2024
1. Overall 3
2. Food 5
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 5
Server was very abrupt when she advised my friend that the credit card had expired. She dropped it on the table and walked away. A better way to handle this would have been to quietly ask for another credit card. My friend, who I had just introduced to the restaurant, was embarrassed and will probably not return. The same server then came and told us we needed to leave immediately as they needed our table. One of the reasons our dinner took so long was the issue with the credit card. We waited a good ten minutes before she returned for another card. We go to the French Rotisserie about 3 times a month and bring new people almost every time. This was disappointing experience to say the least.
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