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La Quinta Cliffhouse, La Quinta, CA

La Quinta Cliffhouse

4.6
4.6
7939 Reviews
$31 to $50
American

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 116 times today
  • Good for special occasions
  • Charming
  • Neighborhood gem
From the moment you approach the La Quinta Cliffhouse you are surrounded by the dramatic sights and sounds of this desert destination. Jutting from a massive rock outcropping above the desert floor the La Quinta Cliffhouse is renowned for its spectacular views across the valley and providing a lively, casual destination to enjoy a menu of American classics with innovative preparations focused on premium steaks and seafood at great prices. The menu highlights vibrant flavors from the valley along with a generous selection of fresh fish and seafood. The wine list has been thoughtfully chosen to complement the food and provide reasonably priced selections including rare and limited bottles.
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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    American, Steak, Seafood
  • Hours of operation
    Dinner Daily 3:30 pm–9:00 pm Sunset Dinner Special Daily 3:30 pm–5:00 pm Happy Hour Daily 3:30 pm–6:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (760) 360-5991
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Private party facilities
    With multiple spaces both indoors and outdoors to choose from, let the culinary team at La Quinta Cliffhouse make your event special. We have a variety of menues already set to choose from, or we can custom design what your palate desires. Please email Brittany@LaQuintaCliffhouse.com for a welcome packet and to begin planning your special event
  • Private party contact
    Brittany McCoy: (760) 360-5991
  • Neighborhood
    La Quinta
  • Cross street
    Washington Street
  • Parking details
    Self Parking
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Vegan, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 7,939 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
  • 4.5Food
  • 4.6Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.3Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Palm Springs / Palm Desert Cities

    Most Booked

  • Palm Springs / Palm Desert

    Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
La Quinta Cliffhouse offers a "wonderful dining experience" with "delicious food" and a "great atmosphere." Guests appreciate the "excellent service" and "beautiful location." The "sunset meal" is a highlight, offering great value. While some found the service inconsistent, many praise the "attentive staff" and "memorable celebrations."

7,939 Reviews
  1. Carrie

    Palm Springs

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined today

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 4
    Our server wasn’t interested in serving this evening. Everything else was great, but her disinterest put a damper on our meal.

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  2. Mike

    VIP

    New York City

    19 reviews

    5.0

    19 reviews

    Dined today

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Beautiful restaurant with fantastic views, food and service. We go here often when we are in LaQuinta

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  3. OpenTable Diner

    Palm Springs

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Pulled up to valet greeted and wished me a happy holidays. Walked up the stairs beautiful waterfall. Walked in spoke to the girls at the desk. We were seated pretty quickly to the main dinning area. It was packed of course it’s the holiday season. Andy was our server took my drink order asked what he recommended for an appetizer. He recommended calamari. It was yummy and I had brown sugared salmon with mash potatoes and green beans. It was amazing!! Unfortunately no room for dessert. Definitely recommend!!! 

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  4. Cameron

    Minneapolis

    10 reviews

    5.0

    10 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Hosts accommodated request for outside seating, which was appreciated. Lovely to sit outside under heaters. Menu had lots of options without being overwhelming. Service was attentive and food came quickly. Everyone enjoyed their meals. Ceviche was good but nothing outstanding. Cioppino was full of seafood, and fantastic. Crab pasta was good, but would have preferred bigger crab pieces. There was plenty of crab - they didn’t skimp, but it was mostly shredded. Overall, a good experience.

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  5. T

    Manitoba

    15 reviews

    5.0

    15 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    La Quinta Cliffhouse offers a dining experience as captivating as its stunning location. The approach to the restaurant sets the tone for the evening—meandering through a beautifully lit pathway surrounded by rugged rock formations and desert flora feels like stepping into a hidden oasis—with a grand water feature. Once inside, the warm ambiance and classy decor only elevate the anticipation for the meal. Starting with appetizers, the calamari was perfectly crispy with a delightful dipping sauce, while the tuna appetizer delivered fresh, bold flavors with an artistic presentation. For mains, the salmon was flawlessly cooked, its buttery texture complemented by mashed potatoes and gravy, and French green beans. The braised ribs were melt-in-your-mouth tender, rich with deep, savory flavors, and the crab pasta was a creamy, indulgent treat, perfectly balancing sweet crab meat with al dente noodles—perfect al dente! Every dish was presented like a work of art, showcasing the chef’s attention to detail. Pairing the meal with a glass of crisp, effervescent Prosecco added a celebratory touch to the evening. La Quinta Cliffhouse delivers not just a meal, but an experience—combining incredible flavors, stunning presentation, and a setting that feels magical. It’s a must-visit for anyone seeking an unforgettable dining adventure.

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  6. Bradley

    Los Angeles

    30 reviews

    5.0

    30 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Always a great pleasure to go during the holidays to the Cliffhouse. Great service excellent food amazing atmosphere. Thank you merry Christmas 

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  7. Michael

    Las Vegas

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great food and service. Great restaurant . Will go dine there again.

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  8. Wendy

    VIP

    Grand Rapids

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We took our two adult sons here for Christmas Eve dinner. Michael our waitress was outstanding!! Her recommendations were spot on!! Food, drinks, service were awesome 👍. We will be back and recommend it to friends!!

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  9. Tina

    VIP

    Palm Springs

    40 reviews

    5.0

    40 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We went for dinner on Christmas Eve; full menu! It was phenomenal! From the moment we arrived, the hostess was welcoming, our table for 5 was ready within 5 minutes (with the accommodation I requested), and our server was attentive and personable! Our food was really yummy…it’s been a long time since I’ve been there and everything was delicious. Two thumbs up for the lamb chops and their Local Salad is fantastic! Everyone enjoyed their meal; short rib, salmon, lobster tail, and fettuccini. Honestly, it was all wonderful and they brought out an Ice Cream Wedge for our birthday celebrant. A great evening!!

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  10. Susan

    Phoenix

    14 reviews

    5.0

    14 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    What a beautiful place to have Dinner. Completely exceeded our expectations and was absolutely perfect sitting in the patio under the lights for Christmas Eve dinner

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FAQs

La Quinta Cliffhouse is rated 4.6 stars by 7939 OpenTable diners.

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 116 times today
Google Map for La Quinta Cliffhouse

78-250 Highway 111, La Quinta, CA 92253

Additional information

  • Cross street
    Washington Street
  • Neighborhood
    La Quinta
  • Hours of operation
    Dinner Daily 3:30 pm–9:00 pm Sunset Dinner Special Daily 3:30 pm–5:00 pm Happy Hour Daily 3:30 pm–6:00 pm
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    American, Steak, Seafood
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    Self Parking
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Vegan, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
    (760) 360-5991
  • Private party facilities
    With multiple spaces both indoors and outdoors to choose from, let the culinary team at La Quinta Cliffhouse make your event special. We have a variety of menues already set to choose from, or we can custom design what your palate desires. Please email Brittany@LaQuintaCliffhouse.com for a welcome packet and to begin planning your special event
  • Private party contact
    Brittany McCoy: (760) 360-5991
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