Shorebird Palm Desert

4.4

477 Reviews

$31 to $50

Californian

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2 people

Dec 25, 2024

7:00 PM

Booked 18 times today

Experiences are available.

Great for creative cocktails
Neighborhood gem
Good for special occasions

Shorebird Restaurant is a coastal eatery that proudly presents a modern take on classic Americana flavors with influences from traditional seafood and steakhouses. Featuring a wood-fire grill and rotisserie, our signature dishes include Duroc Heritage Pork Chop with Brussels sprouts and brandy-poached apples, Faroe Island’s Salmon Mignon with a cauliflower purée, and Harris Ranch Prime Skirt Steak served with a red chimichurri sauce. For those looking for delicious, shareable plates, our Avocado Fries with a green goddess dressing, Twice Fried Chicken Wings with a chipotle gastrique, or items from our “Raw Bar,” are a great way to start your meal.

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Private dining

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Dining style
Casual Elegant
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Californian, Seafood, Steakhouse
Hours of operation
Mon–Thu 10:30 am–9:30 pm Fri 10:30 am–10:00 pm Sat 10:00 am–10:00 pm Sun 10:00 am–9:30 pm
Phone number
(760) 404-0455
Website
https://shorebirdrestaurant.com/locations/palm-desert/
Payment options
AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, JCB, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Smart Casual
Executive chef
Bert Bonnarens
Catering
Bring the Shorebird experience to your event with our outstanding catering services. Whether you're hosting a private dinner, a corporate lunch, or a large-scale event, we provide the same exceptional food & service that our restaurant is known for. For inquiries, please contact the head office at info@wildthymegroup.com.
Private party facilities
Whether you're celebrating a special occasion or planning a corporate event, Shorebird Palm Desert offers versatile spaces that cater to any need. Our venue is equipped to accommodate groups of all sizes, from intimate private rooms to complete restaurant buyouts.
Private party contact
Jordan-Kay Mouton: (760) 404-0455

Location
73-061 El Paseo, Palm Desert, CA 92260-4210
Neighborhood
Palm Desert
Cross street
Corner of El Paseo and Pines to Palms Hwy, Eddie V's across the street.
Parking details
Valet
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Delivery, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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Experiences

Shorebird x Heitz Cellar Wine Pairing Dinner
$222.00 per person
Prepaid
Jan 23, 2025 only
6:00 PM
Join us at Shorebird for an exclusive Wine Pairing Dinner with the renowned Heitz Cellar! This special evening will be guided by WSET Level 2 certified sommelier Patricia Williamson from Heitz Cellar, who brings decades of wine expertise and a passion for sharing the rich history of one of California’s most iconic vineyards. Paired with this exceptional wine selection, enjoy a culinary journey crafted by Michelin-star restaurant experienced Chef Bert Bonnarens, delivering a menu designed to complement each pour with precision and flair. Don’t miss out—limited seating is available. Book your spot today for an unforgettable evening of fine wine, gourmet cuisine, and unparalleled ambiance at Shorebird.
Celebrate the Festive Season at Shorebird
$148.70 per person
Dec 24, 2024 - Dec 31, 2024
This festive season, treat yourself to an unforgettable culinary journey with our Holiday Menu Package. Available from December 24th to January 31st, this thoughtfully curated dining experience combines the elegance of premium ingredients with expertly crafted flavors: - Roasted Butternut Squash & Lobster En Croute: Butter-poached Maine lobster in flaky puff pastry. - Poached Pear Salad: A refreshing medley of greens, Danish blue cheese, and port reduction. - Surf & Turf: Wood-fired prime tenderloin and Hokkaido scallops, complemented by lemon-tarragon risotto and brandied peppercorn sauce. Enhance your experience with sommelier-recommended wine pairings for the perfect festive touch. (Full Menu available).

Offers

Happy Hour
Multiple dates available
Sun - 4:00 PM - 6:30 PM,Mon - Fri - 3:00 PM - 4:00 PM, 4:00 PM - 5:30 PM
🍹🌊 Join Us for a Blissful Escape at Shorebird's Happy Hour! 🌴🌅 Unwind and indulge in the serene ambiance of Shorebird, where every hour is a happy one! 🍸 Sip on Elegance 🍸 Delight in our expertly crafted cocktails by Bar Manager Cesar and his team of mixologists who use only the freshest ingredients to ensure your taste buds are dancing with joy. 🍽️ Savor the Flavors 🍽️ Pair your drink with our exquisite small plates. 🌟 Enjoy exclusive happy hour discounts on our selection of beer, drinks and appetizers. It's our way of saying thank you for choosing Shorebird as your evening retreat. 🕔 Happy Hour: Monday to Friday from 3 PM to 5:30 PM at the bar area 🕔 Join us at Shorebird, where happiness isn't just an hour - it's a way of life!

Popular dishes

Overstuffed Bacon & Eggs$14.00
Free-range deviled eggs, celery, bacon, chives, paprika
Avocado Fries$17.00
Tempura battered avocado, green goddess dressing, chives, cilantro-lime salt
Buffalo Onion Rings$14.00
Beer-battered onions, Pointe Reyes blue cheese crumbles, buttered hot sauce, buttermilk ranch
Crab Cakes$29.00
Served w/ green goddess dressing, arugula, cherry tomatoes, fennel, beech mushrooms, lemon vinaigrette
Spicy Tuna Eggroll$15.00
Five-spiced pineapple, avocado, cucumbers, sweet soy sauce, spicy aioli
Japanese Black Cod$24.00
Chef Tin’s signature miso marinade
Tempura Rock Shrimp$20.00
Yuzu honey aioli, toasted sesame, mint, basil, cilantro
Hokkaido Scallops$23.00
Shaved fennel, mandarin orange, Thai basil, mirin butter glaze
Kurobuta Pork Belly$19.00
Pickled apple, crispy shallot, cilantro leaf, yuzu marmalade

Soups & Salads

San Marzano Tomato Soup$16.00
Cherry tomatoes, garden basil, chives, wisconsin cheddar finger sandwich
Lemon Caesar Salad$15.00
Romaine, Sicilian oregano croutons, shaved parmesan, lemon caesar
Turkey Cobb Salad$22.00
Smoked Turkey, bacon, tomato, blue cheese crumbles, chopped egg, avocado, buttermilk ranch
Loaded Wedge Salad$16.00
Iceberg, heirloom tomato, bacon, pickled onion, bleu cheese crumbles, buttermilk ranch

Brunch Specialties

Classic Breakfast$22.00
Two free-range eggs, two strips of bacon, crispy herb potatoes w/ lemon aioli, sourdough toast, butter, strawberry preserves
Lemon Ricotta Souffle Hot Cakes$21.00
Blueberries, butter, maple syrup
Vine-Ripened Tomato & Avocado Omelette$23.00
Mushrooms, cheddar, chives, sourdough toast, butter, strawberry preserves, crispy herb potatoes w/ lemon aioli
Bilt&$21.00
Bacon, arugula, vine-ripened tomato, two over-medium eggs, garlic aioli, brioche bun, crispy herb potatoes
Jay Bird’s™ Chicken & Waffles$24.00
Choice of Nashville Hot or Plain Jay, free-range breast, buttered hot sauce, housemade golden waffles, butter, Vermont maple syrup
Carne Adovada Y Huevos$24.00
Braised pork shoulder, two over medium eggs, cheddar cheese tostada, ranchero sauce, guacamole, fresno chillies, pico de gallo
Fish N Chips$29.00
Alaskan Cod, shoestring fries, tartare sauce, cocktail sauce, grilled lemon

Sandwiches

Snake River Farms Wagyu Burger$22.00
Gruyere cheese, arugula, tomato, dill pickle, garlic aioli, brioche bun
- $2 egg$2.00
- $3 bacon$3.00
Swordfish Sandwich$25.00
Pacific line-caught, Napa cabbage & apple slaw, spicy aioli, brioche bun
Turkey Club Sandwich$21.00
Smoked turkey, bacon, avocado, tomato, cranberry aioli
Little Havana Cubano$26.00
Braised Duroc pork shoulder, country ham, applewood smoked bacon, cilantro, five-spiced pineapple, gruyere cheese, mustard aioli, pickle

Signature Taco Platters

Veggie$28.00
Sweet potato, yellow squash, zucchini, caramelized onion
Rotisserie Chicken$34.00
Mary’s free-range rotisserie chicken
Prime Skirt Steak$44.00
Creekstone Farms premium angus beef
Carne Adovada$34.00
Santa Fe-style smoked pork shoulder
Swordfish$44.00
Cilantro-lime salt

Sides

Seasonal Berries & Fruit$9.00
Sourdough Toast w/ Whipped Honey$4.00
Butter & Strawberry Preserves$4.00
BBQ Spiced Fries & House-Smoked$9.00
Tomato Ketchup$9.00
Napa Cabbage & Apple Slaw$9.00
Applewood Smoked Bacon$8.00
Crispy Potatoes w/ Lemon Aioli$9.00

What 477 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.4

4.4 based on recent ratings

4.4Food
4.4Service
4.4Ambience
4.1Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

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

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Shorebird Palm Desert offers a stylish dining experience with a diverse menu, featuring standout dishes like the "delicious skirt steak" and "amazing pork chop." Guests praise the "outstanding service," particularly from staff like Juan. While noise levels can be high, the vibrant atmosphere and excellent cocktails make it a promising spot on El Paseo.

477 Reviews

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Linda
VIP
Palm Springs
7 reviews
5.0
7 reviews
Dined on December 17, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
This is the place to be for a festive environment, attentive staff and very delish meals with a twist! Peach sangria is heavenly, Wagyu burger was extremely good and who doesn’t like fried avocado? See ya soon Shorebird Palm Desert.
Shorebird Palm DesertResponded on December 17, 2024
Dear Linda, we appreciate the kind words and are glad we could provide you with a positive experience! Thank you.
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carole
Palm Springs
40 reviews
5.0
40 reviews
Dined on December 14, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Out brunch was fabulous! Service was perfect! Everything delicious!!
Shorebird Palm DesertResponded on December 14, 2024
Dear Carole, thank you so much for rating your experience with us so highly!
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Frances
VIP
Minneapolis
78 reviews
5.0
78 reviews
Dined on December 14, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We had a fantastic dinner last night! Everything from the drinks to dessert were phenomenal! Service was five stars, which made our experience even more pleasurable.
Shorebird Palm DesertResponded on December 14, 2024
Dear Frances, thanks for taking the time to share your positive experience. We truly appreciate it! Thank you.
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David Rick
VIP
San Diego
6 reviews
5.0
6 reviews
Dined on December 13, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We (4) had a great time at Shorebird, El Paseo! The swordfish sandwich was delicious and their service was impecable! The restaurant decor is beautiful and "free" parking was perfect!
Shorebird Palm DesertResponded on December 14, 2024
Dear David, thanks for taking the time to share your positive experience. We truly appreciate it! Thank you.
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Julie
VIP
Palm Springs
11 reviews
5.0
11 reviews
Dined on December 10, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The food was outstanding! The Swordfish sandwich was delightful! The fries and carrot cake were also fantastic!
Shorebird Palm DesertResponded on December 11, 2024
Dear Julie, thanks for taking the time to share your positive experience. We truly appreciate it! Thank you.
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Stephen
Vancouver
7 reviews
4.0
7 reviews
Dined on December 8, 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 3
Wonderful halibut dinner with great service from Michael.
Shorebird Palm DesertResponded on December 10, 2024
Dear Stephen, thanks for taking the time to share your positive experience. We truly appreciate it! Thank you.
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Laurie
VIP
Palm Springs
30 reviews
1.0
30 reviews
Dined on December 7, 2024
1. Overall 1
2. Food 1
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 1
We had a reservation, and it was our first time dining at Shorebird. We were shown to a corner table, and the noise level was off the chart. We were shown to another table more of the same next to a party of 6..sound bounces around the room and ceiling. Hostess stated they received many complaints about that and were trying to do something to correct it. The second floor was closed, and she stated the noise level was just as bad up there anyway. We were then seated at a bar table. When I went to pick up my napkin to place on my lap, the table was full of grit. When I wiped the table with the napkin, it was coated in dirt. I showed the server, and with total disgust, we went to the hostess and declined our reservation. Awful experience. Laurie D
Shorebird Palm DesertResponded on December 7, 2024
Dear Laurie, thank you for providing your feedback and letting us know about this issue. We set a high standard for ourselves and are truly sorry to hear that standard was not met in your interaction with our team. Please get in touch with our Restaurant Manager, and we would be happy to help you out. Thank you.
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Giovanna
VIP
Los Angeles
13 reviews
5.0
13 reviews
Dined on December 6, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
This was the third time we’ve had lunch at Shorebird and it was delicious! We’ve ordered the swordfish sandwich, lemon Caesar salad with grilled chicken and the crispy potatoes with lemon aioli—all very fresh and beautifully prepared. The service was excellent and the decor is lovely with a great view of El Paseo. Plenty of convenient parking in the rear lot.
Shorebird Palm DesertResponded on December 7, 2024
Dear Giovanna, thanks for taking the time to share your positive experience. We truly appreciate it! Thank you.
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Donna
Palm Springs
16 reviews
5.0
16 reviews
Dined on December 3, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Four of us went for dinner to celebrate my husband’s birthday. Two had salmon and two had Seabass. We all enjoyed our food.!!! The Keylime pie for dessert was delicious with raspberry sorbet. We all liked the clean contemporary decor. Very tasteful. We’ll definitely go back.
Shorebird Palm DesertResponded on December 3, 2024
Dear Donna, we are thrilled to learn that you had a positive experience with us! Thank you.
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Richard
Chicago
9 reviews
5.0
9 reviews
Dined on December 3, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Service was absolutely perfect. Cocktails were creative and excellent. Chicken sandwich was a winner and blackened halibut special was amazing. Can’t wait to return!
Shorebird Palm DesertResponded on December 3, 2024
Dear Richard, we are delighted that you had a great experience with us. Thank you for taking the time to rate us!
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FAQs

Shorebird Palm Desert offers delivery in partnership with Chow Now. Shorebird Palm Desert also offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (760) 404-0455.

Shorebird Palm Desert is rated 4.4 stars by 477 OpenTable diners.

Shorebird Palm Desert does offer gift cards which you can purchase here.

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

Make a reservation

2 people

Dec 25, 2024

7:00 PM

Booked 18 times today

Experiences are available.

Order delivery or takeout

73-061 El Paseo, Palm Desert, CA 92260-4210

Additional information

Cross street
Corner of El Paseo and Pines to Palms Hwy, Eddie V's across the street.
Neighborhood
Palm Desert
Hours of operation
Mon–Thu 10:30 am–9:30 pm Fri 10:30 am–10:00 pm Sat 10:00 am–10:00 pm Sun 10:00 am–9:30 pm
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Californian, Seafood, Steakhouse
Dining style
Casual Elegant
Dress code
Smart Casual
Parking details
Valet
Payment options
AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, JCB, Mastercard, Visa
Executive chef
Bert Bonnarens
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Delivery, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
https://shorebirdrestaurant.com/locations/palm-desert/
Phone number
(760) 404-0455
Catering
Bring the Shorebird experience to your event with our outstanding catering services. Whether you're hosting a private dinner, a corporate lunch, or a large-scale event, we provide the same exceptional food & service that our restaurant is known for. For inquiries, please contact the head office at info@wildthymegroup.com.
Private party facilities
Whether you're celebrating a special occasion or planning a corporate event, Shorebird Palm Desert offers versatile spaces that cater to any need. Our venue is equipped to accommodate groups of all sizes, from intimate private rooms to complete restaurant buyouts.
Private party contact
Jordan-Kay Mouton: (760) 404-0455

Gift card

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Shorebird Palm Desert

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Private dining

Additional information

Gift card

Shorebird x Heitz Cellar Wine Pairing Dinner

Celebrate the Festive Season at Shorebird

Happy Hour

Jay Bird's Fried Chicken Sandwich

Swordfish

Hokkaido Scallops

Starters

Overstuffed Bacon & Eggs$14.00

Avocado Fries$17.00

Buffalo Onion Rings$14.00

Crab Cakes$29.00

Spicy Tuna Eggroll$15.00

Japanese Black Cod$24.00

Tempura Rock Shrimp$20.00

Hokkaido Scallops$23.00

Kurobuta Pork Belly$19.00

Soups & Salads

San Marzano Tomato Soup$16.00

Lemon Caesar Salad$15.00

Turkey Cobb Salad$22.00

Loaded Wedge Salad$16.00

Brunch Specialties

Classic Breakfast$22.00

Lemon Ricotta Souffle Hot Cakes$21.00

Vine-Ripened Tomato & Avocado Omelette$23.00

Bilt&$21.00

Jay Bird’s™ Chicken & Waffles$24.00

Carne Adovada Y Huevos$24.00

Fish N Chips$29.00

Sandwiches

Snake River Farms Wagyu Burger$22.00

Swordfish Sandwich$25.00

Turkey Club Sandwich$21.00

Little Havana Cubano$26.00

Signature Taco Platters

Veggie$28.00

Rotisserie Chicken$34.00

Prime Skirt Steak$44.00

Carne Adovada$34.00

Swordfish$44.00

Sides

Seasonal Berries & Fruit$9.00

Sourdough Toast w/ Whipped Honey$4.00

Butter & Strawberry Preserves$4.00

BBQ Spiced Fries & House-Smoked$9.00

Tomato Ketchup$9.00

Napa Cabbage & Apple Slaw$9.00

Applewood Smoked Bacon$8.00

Crispy Potatoes w/ Lemon Aioli$9.00

Overall ratings and reviews

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Review summary

FAQs

Does Shorebird Palm Desert offer delivery through OpenTable or takeout?

How is Shorebird Palm Desert restaurant rated?

Does Shorebird Palm Desert offer gift cards?

Is Shorebird Palm Desert currently accepting reservations?

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

Gift card