Guidebook for La Quinta
Food Scene
Nestled cliffside in the heart of the desert, La Quinta Cliffhouse has remained a local hidden gem for years as one of the desert's most sought-after places to dine, wine and gather with friends and family. The classic American menu showcases perfectly executed steak, pasta and fresh seafood dishes, complimented by an award-winning wine list and creative cocktails.
At La Quinta Cliffhouse, guests enjoy service set to stunning views of the Santa Rosa Mountains and valley. Whether you choose to dine al fresco on the cozy cliffside patio, or in the vibrant dining room or bar, the warm service and great food and drink will provide a memorable evening out.
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La Quinta Cliffhouse
78250 CA-111Nestled cliffside in the heart of the desert, La Quinta Cliffhouse has remained a local hidden gem for years as one of the desert's most sought-after places to dine, wine and gather with friends and family. The classic American menu showcases perfectly executed steak, pasta and fresh seafood dishes, complimented by an award-winning wine list and creative cocktails.
At La Quinta Cliffhouse, guests enjoy service set to stunning views of the Santa Rosa Mountains and valley. Whether you choose to dine al fresco on the cozy cliffside patio, or in the vibrant dining room or bar, the warm service and great food and drink will provide a memorable evening out.
Locally Owned and Nationally Known. LG’s is the recipient of many National and International awards. LG’s offer a selection of Prime Steaks including a 24oz Porterhouse “Jewel in the Crown”, Bone-In Rib Eye, a generous cut of Prime Rib, just to name a few. They also feature a Colorado Rack of Lamb, Kurobuta Bone-In Pork Chop. A few of their non-steak entrees include two Fresh Fish selections, Australian Lobster Tail, Alaskan King Crab Legs, and a Herb Roasted Chicken Breast. Whichever choice of entree, the best way to begin your dining experience is with their Famous Caesar Salad, prepared from scratch, tableside.
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LG's Prime Steakhouse
78525 CA-111Locally Owned and Nationally Known. LG’s is the recipient of many National and International awards. LG’s offer a selection of Prime Steaks including a 24oz Porterhouse “Jewel in the Crown”, Bone-In Rib Eye, a generous cut of Prime Rib, just to name a few. They also feature a Colorado Rack of Lamb, Kurobuta Bone-In Pork Chop. A few of their non-steak entrees include two Fresh Fish selections, Australian Lobster Tail, Alaskan King Crab Legs, and a Herb Roasted Chicken Breast. Whichever choice of entree, the best way to begin your dining experience is with their Famous Caesar Salad, prepared from scratch, tableside.
Surround yourself in majestic mountain views and manicured resort grounds as you dine lakeside at the Mélange restaurant. Mélange showcases California family farm-sourced ingredients and offers a menu of classic and contemporary dishes. Mélange has designed the ideal bar and lounge with picturesque lake views to relax and socialize with a glass of champagne or a handcrafted cocktail. Prefer to be outdoors? Take pleasure in the warmth of one of their fire pits during the winter on the lakeside patio. Bon appétit!
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Mélange
78120 Caleo BaySurround yourself in majestic mountain views and manicured resort grounds as you dine lakeside at the Mélange restaurant. Mélange showcases California family farm-sourced ingredients and offers a menu of classic and contemporary dishes. Mélange has designed the ideal bar and lounge with picturesque lake views to relax and socialize with a glass of champagne or a handcrafted cocktail. Prefer to be outdoors? Take pleasure in the warmth of one of their fire pits during the winter on the lakeside patio. Bon appétit!
Morgan’s in the desert is a signature dining venue showcasing contemporary American cuisine inspired by the bounty of the Coachella Valley. The restaurant’s local focus includes sourcing the top of the region’s products, crafted with traditional cooking methods to offer deliciously simple and healthful dishes. Either at the piano bar, in the dining room or on the fire-lit courtyard. Gather round.
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Morgan’s in the desert
49499 Eisenhower DrMorgan’s in the desert is a signature dining venue showcasing contemporary American cuisine inspired by the bounty of the Coachella Valley. The restaurant’s local focus includes sourcing the top of the region’s products, crafted with traditional cooking methods to offer deliciously simple and healthful dishes. Either at the piano bar, in the dining room or on the fire-lit courtyard. Gather round.
From the photos on the walls to the trophy-filled display cases, Arnie's essence infuses this restaurant. It's a big, clubby place where families gather for birthdays and Sunday dinners, and the service is always attentive. Among the well-crafted main courses are Arnie's homemade meatloaf, double-cut pork chops with potatoes fondant, and the popular mac and cheese. The wine list is top-notch, and there's entertainment most nights.
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Arnold Palmer's Restaurant
78164 52nd AveFrom the photos on the walls to the trophy-filled display cases, Arnie's essence infuses this restaurant. It's a big, clubby place where families gather for birthdays and Sunday dinners, and the service is always attentive. Among the well-crafted main courses are Arnie's homemade meatloaf, double-cut pork chops with potatoes fondant, and the popular mac and cheese. The wine list is top-notch, and there's entertainment most nights.
Jackalope Ranch is as much a destination as it is a Restaurant. With 21,000 square feet, several patios with a view of luscious landscaping and twin waterfalls, three glorious kitchens, and a centrally located Southern Pride smoker wafting the sweet fragrance of apple, cherry, and hickory woods, there is quite a bit to relish here — on and off the menu. And even though the restaurant is known for its exceptional meats and signature barbecue, other menu items, such as a notable selection of fish, stand out considerably.
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Jackalope Ranch
80400 CA-111Jackalope Ranch is as much a destination as it is a Restaurant. With 21,000 square feet, several patios with a view of luscious landscaping and twin waterfalls, three glorious kitchens, and a centrally located Southern Pride smoker wafting the sweet fragrance of apple, cherry, and hickory woods, there is quite a bit to relish here — on and off the menu. And even though the restaurant is known for its exceptional meats and signature barbecue, other menu items, such as a notable selection of fish, stand out considerably.
La Brasserie Bistro & Bar is an authentic French bistro that juxtaposes sophistication, charm and casualness with a high-energy environment. Patrons are enveloped by the authentic style and comfort from the moment they walk through the door. The menu features fresh and traditional bistro cuisine. From the ambiance, to the courteous service, and of course the food and wine; this family owned and operated bistro is everyone’s favorite neighborhood eatery.
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La Brasserie Bistro & Bar
78477 California 111La Brasserie Bistro & Bar is an authentic French bistro that juxtaposes sophistication, charm and casualness with a high-energy environment. Patrons are enveloped by the authentic style and comfort from the moment they walk through the door. The menu features fresh and traditional bistro cuisine. From the ambiance, to the courteous service, and of course the food and wine; this family owned and operated bistro is everyone’s favorite neighborhood eatery.
At Lavender bistro you will be entranced by their beautiful restaurant adorned with French doors that open to an Award-winning patio filled with hundreds of sparkling lights, fresh flowers and the melodic sounds of live music.
Voted “Best romantic Restaurant”, you will savor their "New American Cuisine” that will captivate your palette. Lavender bistro serves only the finest, freshest and organic ingredients. If you're looking for lighter fare, visit their 'famous' and lively Fireside Lounge where happy hour and live music is offered nightly from 4pm to close.
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Lavender Bistro
78073 Cll BarcelonaAt Lavender bistro you will be entranced by their beautiful restaurant adorned with French doors that open to an Award-winning patio filled with hundreds of sparkling lights, fresh flowers and the melodic sounds of live music.
Voted “Best romantic Restaurant”, you will savor their "New American Cuisine” that will captivate your palette. Lavender bistro serves only the finest, freshest and organic ingredients. If you're looking for lighter fare, visit their 'famous' and lively Fireside Lounge where happy hour and live music is offered nightly from 4pm to close.
Originally located in La Quinta, Okura has since expanded to the Laguna Beach dining scene and continues to inform the standard between the two locations through its unique style, inventive specialties, and focus on fresh ingredients.
Okura’s menu spans a wide range of delectable options, from unique appetizers to classic Japanese sushi to delicious Robata Grill entrees, including succulent Kobe steaks. Okura serves only the freshest selection of raw fish and seafood, delicately and skillfully prepared by master sushi chefs.
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Okura Robata Grill & Sushi Bar
78480 CA-111Originally located in La Quinta, Okura has since expanded to the Laguna Beach dining scene and continues to inform the standard between the two locations through its unique style, inventive specialties, and focus on fresh ingredients.
Okura’s menu spans a wide range of delectable options, from unique appetizers to classic Japanese sushi to delicious Robata Grill entrees, including succulent Kobe steaks. Okura serves only the freshest selection of raw fish and seafood, delicately and skillfully prepared by master sushi chefs.
Solano’s Bistro has become a local hot spot. It is considered La Quinta’s “neighborhood gem”. Solano’s dishes incorporate the bright bold flavors of Baja up the coast to the fresh ingredients of the Pacific Northwest. Whether you're a desert resident or just visiting, trying Solano's is a must.
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Solano's
78075 Main StSolano’s Bistro has become a local hot spot. It is considered La Quinta’s “neighborhood gem”. Solano’s dishes incorporate the bright bold flavors of Baja up the coast to the fresh ingredients of the Pacific Northwest. Whether you're a desert resident or just visiting, trying Solano's is a must.
Las Casuelas Quinta blends the tastes of colonial Mexico with contemporary California in traditional Las Casuelas style. While you listen to the terrific sounds of live entertainment, enjoy dining under the Tropical Palapa Patio or by the massive fireplace in the Great Room, there's something for all the sense at Las Casuelas Quinta.
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Las Casuelas Quinta
78-480 CA-111Las Casuelas Quinta blends the tastes of colonial Mexico with contemporary California in traditional Las Casuelas style. While you listen to the terrific sounds of live entertainment, enjoy dining under the Tropical Palapa Patio or by the massive fireplace in the Great Room, there's something for all the sense at Las Casuelas Quinta.
Arts & Culture
La Quinta celebrates its public arts program with a perspective that moves from local to global. Try the City Art Tour and visit the La Quinta Museum.
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La Quinta Museum
77-885 Avenida MontezumaLa Quinta celebrates its public arts program with a perspective that moves from local to global. Try the City Art Tour and visit the La Quinta Museum.
Sightseeing
Discover the many Hollywood Stars who lived, loved and played in this beautiful desert oasis called, Palm Springs! The Palm Springs Walk of Stars immortalizes over three hundred of them in Downtown Palm Springs along Palm Canyon Drive, Museum Way and Tahquitz Canyon Way.
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Palm Springs Walk of Stars
10 N Palm Canyon DrDiscover the many Hollywood Stars who lived, loved and played in this beautiful desert oasis called, Palm Springs! The Palm Springs Walk of Stars immortalizes over three hundred of them in Downtown Palm Springs along Palm Canyon Drive, Museum Way and Tahquitz Canyon Way.
Shields Date Gardens is a historic date palm orchard founded in 1924. Shields' fifteen-minute presentation, Romance and Sex Life of the Date is still shown today in a small theater at Shields.
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The Cafe at Shields
80225 California 111Shields Date Gardens is a historic date palm orchard founded in 1924. Shields' fifteen-minute presentation, Romance and Sex Life of the Date is still shown today in a small theater at Shields.
Don’t just go. Go big with Adventure Hummer Tours. See the San Andreas Fault and Joshua Tree National Park from a new perspective, with a little wind in your hair, in a four-wheelin’ Hummer.
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Adventure Hummer Rentals
105 E Twin Palms DrDon’t just go. Go big with Adventure Hummer Tours. See the San Andreas Fault and Joshua Tree National Park from a new perspective, with a little wind in your hair, in a four-wheelin’ Hummer.
Individuals and families can enjoy open-air Jeep Tours to the San Andreas Fault, Palm Springs Indian Canyons, or the majestic Painted Canyon in the Mecca Hills Wilderness Area. Desert Adventures also offer climate controlled tours to Joshua Tree National Park.
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Desert Adventures
74794 Lennon PlIndividuals and families can enjoy open-air Jeep Tours to the San Andreas Fault, Palm Springs Indian Canyons, or the majestic Painted Canyon in the Mecca Hills Wilderness Area. Desert Adventures also offer climate controlled tours to Joshua Tree National Park.
Entertainment & Activities
Nestled in the desert mountains of Rancho Mirage, this California resort offers on-site restaurants and a casino.
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Agua Caliente Spa
32-250 Bob Hope DrNestled in the desert mountains of Rancho Mirage, this California resort offers on-site restaurants and a casino.
The closest casino to Puerta Azul. It offers $3 blackjack and has over 800 slots.
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Cassino Augustine
84-001 Avenue 54The closest casino to Puerta Azul. It offers $3 blackjack and has over 800 slots.
Fantasy Springs offers world-class gaming at a desert oasis setting. Home to 2,000 slots & video poker and 40 table games.
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Fantasy Springs Resort Casino
84-245 Indio Springs PkwyFantasy Springs offers world-class gaming at a desert oasis setting. Home to 2,000 slots & video poker and 40 table games.
Evolve Yoga offers classes seven days a week and welcomes all ages and walks of life to practice yoga. Including Vinyasa, Gentle, Hot Yoga and more!
Evolve Yoga
50-991 Washington StEvolve Yoga offers classes seven days a week and welcomes all ages and walks of life to practice yoga. Including Vinyasa, Gentle, Hot Yoga and more!
The PGA West Stadium Course has been called “Dye-abolical” in honor of its designer Pete Dye. If you are up for a challenge, this is it. There are several holes here that you won’t see anywhere else. It ranks among the Top 100 Courses that you can play according to Golf Digest and Golf Magazine.
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Stadium Course at PGA West
56150 Pga BlvdThe PGA West Stadium Course has been called “Dye-abolical” in honor of its designer Pete Dye. If you are up for a challenge, this is it. There are several holes here that you won’t see anywhere else. It ranks among the Top 100 Courses that you can play according to Golf Digest and Golf Magazine.
Another Pete Dye designed course. This one is nestled at the base of the Santa Rosa mountains and is tamer than the Stadium Course. It is one of my all-time favorite courses due to its routing alongside the mountains. Make sure you bring your camera, you’ll want to take a picture from the 16th tee.
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La Quinta Resort Mountain Course
50-200 Avenida Vista BonitaAnother Pete Dye designed course. This one is nestled at the base of the Santa Rosa mountains and is tamer than the Stadium Course. It is one of my all-time favorite courses due to its routing alongside the mountains. Make sure you bring your camera, you’ll want to take a picture from the 16th tee.
The Firecliff course at Desert Willow is a great course with lots of bunkers, several water features and natural desert areas.
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Desert Willow Golf Resort
38-995 Desert Willow DrThe Firecliff course at Desert Willow is a great course with lots of bunkers, several water features and natural desert areas.
Just a short drive away SiverRock is a course that is inviting to golfers of all skill levels as it has several tee boxes. It is nestled up against the Santa Rosa mountains where you may get a glimpse of the local Bighorn sheep.
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SilverRock Resort
79179 Ahmanson LnJust a short drive away SiverRock is a course that is inviting to golfers of all skill levels as it has several tee boxes. It is nestled up against the Santa Rosa mountains where you may get a glimpse of the local Bighorn sheep.
The courses at Indian Wells are fantastic, I recommend playing both. Don’t forget to ask for their replay rate if playing the same day.
Both courses are visually stunning. The Celebrity course has some pretty unique holes and is a really fun play. The Players course starts off with a reasonable length par 5 to ease you in and gradually builds from there.
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Indian Wells Golf Resort
44-500 Indian Wells LnThe courses at Indian Wells are fantastic, I recommend playing both. Don’t forget to ask for their replay rate if playing the same day.
Both courses are visually stunning. The Celebrity course has some pretty unique holes and is a really fun play. The Players course starts off with a reasonable length par 5 to ease you in and gradually builds from there.
The Greg Norman course is just across the street from your home at Puerta Azul. The Norman course is more of a target golf experience as once you are off of the fairway you’ll most likely find yourself on desert hard pan.
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PGA WEST Greg Norman Golf Course
81-405 Kingston HeathThe Greg Norman course is just across the street from your home at Puerta Azul. The Norman course is more of a target golf experience as once you are off of the fairway you’ll most likely find yourself on desert hard pan.
Parks & Nature
Hiking enthusiasts seek out La Quinta because of its many spectacular trails surrounded by preserved natural beauty and spectacular mountain views.
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Cove To Lake Trailhead
Calle TecateHiking enthusiasts seek out La Quinta because of its many spectacular trails surrounded by preserved natural beauty and spectacular mountain views.
Shopping
Sometimes shopping is like a swim meet in a cold pool. Don’t think about it, just dive in and swim fast. Go the distance at the Cabazon Outlets and Desert Hills Premium Outlets, about a 45-minute drive away.
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Desert Hills Premium Outlets
48400 Seminole DrSometimes shopping is like a swim meet in a cold pool. Don’t think about it, just dive in and swim fast. Go the distance at the Cabazon Outlets and Desert Hills Premium Outlets, about a 45-minute drive away.
Known for its public art and art galleries, spas, and salons, the Rodeo Drive of the desert is El Paseo. It is home to the annual Fashion Week El Paseo, the largest runway event on the West Coast. In the El Paseo shopping district, the odds of striking gold are in your favor.
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El Paseo Shopping District
Known for its public art and art galleries, spas, and salons, the Rodeo Drive of the desert is El Paseo. It is home to the annual Fashion Week El Paseo, the largest runway event on the West Coast. In the El Paseo shopping district, the odds of striking gold are in your favor.
Target
78935 CA-111Walmart Supercenter
79295 CA-111The Costco of golf stores. The PGA Tour Superstore is huge. From balls to clubs to clothing, if you can’t find it here it probably doesn’t exist.
PGA TOUR Superstore
72280 CA-111The Costco of golf stores. The PGA Tour Superstore is huge. From balls to clubs to clothing, if you can’t find it here it probably doesn’t exist.
Pete Carlson’s shop has a homey feel to it. Possibly due to its smaller size however mostly due to the many knowledgeable salespeople always willing to help you find what you are looking for.
Pete Carlson's Golf & Tennis
73741 CA-111Pete Carlson’s shop has a homey feel to it. Possibly due to its smaller size however mostly due to the many knowledgeable salespeople always willing to help you find what you are looking for.
Essentials
Costco Wholesale
79795 CA-111Ralphs
49908 Jefferson StSprouts Farmers Market
79050 CA-111Stater Bros. Markets
81056 CA-111