Le Vallauris

4.7

5084 Reviews

$50 and over

French

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2 people

22 Dec 2024

19:00

Booked 47 times today

Great for outdoor dining
Good for special occasions
Romantic

Established in the heart of Palm Springs at the foot of the San Jacinto Mountains, Le Vallauris has been one of the highest rated restaurants in the Coachella Valley since its inception in 1973. The exquisite cuisine at Le Vallauris is prepared by Executive Chef, Jean-Paul Lair, who has graced the restaurant for over 25 years. The Historic Landmark was built in 1927 as a home for the Roberson family, who managed Palm Springs' first hotel, The Desert Inn. Many grand parties were held in the house for guests such as Duke Ellington, Nat King Cole, Louis Armstrong and many more. Later on, when the restaurant was established it became a favorite place for Presidents and the Hollywood elite, and local socialites.

Dining areas

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Elegant
Price
$50 and over
Cuisines
French, Mediterranean, Californian
Hours of Operation
Brunch Sun 11:00 am–1:30 pm Dinner Daily 5:00 pm–8:45 pm
Phone number
(760) 325-5059
Website
http://www.sohohouse.com/restaurants/le-vallauris
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, JCB, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Smart Casual
Executive Chef
Jean Paul Lair
Catering
Coming Soon...
Private party facilities
Le Vallauris has 2 inside dining rooms for private parties each one with a capacity for up to 50 persons. The Patio can also be used on a "buy out" basis for up to 150 persons and a tree shaded Gazebo is available for up to 100 guests. These facilities are able to use an array of "prix fixe" menus.

Location
385 West Tahquitz Canyon Way, Palm Springs, CA 92262
Area
Palm Springs
Cross Street
S Cahuilla Rd. and N Museum Dr.
Parking details
Le Vallauris proposes Valet Parking operated by a third party.The suggested fee is $4 per car.
Entertainment
Le Vallauris has a pianist in the bar.
Additional
Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Vegan

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Popular dishes

Kolikof Ossetra CaviarUS$125.00
Kolikof Tripple Zero CaviarUS$165.00
Kolikof Golden Ossetra CaviarUS$195.00
Oyster Of The Day
(Seven or eight)
SOU DU JOUR
Maine Lobster SaladUS$30.00
exotic medley, passion fruit dressing, asparagus, avocado, baby frisse
House Smoked SalmonUS$22.00
condiments, toast
Raw Seared Ahi TunaUS$25.00
sesame crust with seaweed, cucumber and avocado salad, ginger dressing
Crunchy Boston ScallopsUS$27.00
green apple vinaigrette baby frisée & carrot julienne salad
HAMACHI SASHIMIUS$28.00
Green Onion | Yuzu Kosho Dressing | Mango Jalapeno Sorbet
EscargotsUS$19.00
Classic garlic butter
PORT WINE DUCK LIVER MOUSSEUS$25.00
Haricot Vert | Endive Salad Raspberry Dressing
BACKED MARINATED BUCHERON GOAT CHEESEUS$19.00
Rustic Toast | Red Beet Salad | Raspberry Dressing
STUFFED BARTLETT PEAR WITH ROQUEFORT & WALNUTUS$19.00
Baby Frisée | Endive | Walnut Dressing
HEIRLOOM TOMATOUS$25.00
Tomato Basil Sorbet | Basil | Olive Oil | Shallot

Main Course

MAINE LOBSTER RAVIOLISUS$46.00
Basil Bisque | Claws & Knuckles
SAUTEED MAINE LOBSTER VANILLA BUTTERUS$68.00
Corn Lobster Bisque
GRILLED SCOTTISH SALMONUS$46.00
Honey Lemon | Green Pepper | Corn | Spicy Infused Olive Oil | Farm Vegetables
ALASKAN HALIBUTUS$51.00
Blood Orange Raspberry Infused Olive OIL | Braised Rainbow Carrot & Asparagus
ROASTED RACK OF LAMBUS$52.00
Mustard Herbs & Breadcrumbs Crust | Au Jus | Ratatouille | Potato Croquette
MEDAILLON VEAL FILETUS$50.00
Potato | Truffle Mascarpone Raviolis | Fresh Sweet Peas | Port Wine Veal Jus
BEEF FILETUS$62.00
Balsamic Reduction | Onion Marmalade | Gratin Dauphinois | Haricot Vert
ROASTED HALF DUCKUS$49.00
Cherry Sauce | Pomme Anna | Spinach
BRAISED BEEF CHEEKSUS$42.00
mashed potato and sautéed spinach
VEGETARIAN RAVIOLISUS$34.00
Basil Tomato Coulis | Asparagus & Market Vegetables

What 5,084 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

4.7Food
4.7Service
4.9Ambience
4.4Value

Noise • Moderate

Diners' Choice Awards

Palm Springs / Palm Desert Cities
Best Ambience
Palm Springs / Palm Desert Cities
Great for fine wines
Palm Springs / Palm Desert Cities
Romantic
Palm Springs / Palm Desert
Best Ambience
Palm Springs / Palm Desert
Great for fine wines
Palm Springs / Palm Desert
Romantic

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Le Vallauris is a culinary gem in Palm Springs, offering a "magical setting" with a beautiful outdoor patio. Guests rave about the "amazing food" and "impeccable service," making it ideal for special occasions. With dishes like sautéed lobster and veal medallions, this spot promises an exquisite dining experience.

5,084 Reviews

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Steven
VIP
Palm Springs
28 reviews
5.0
28 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
I am going thru the menu with different entries and so far they have all been excellent. My wife is a vegan and she has been taken great care of with different slants of a vegan dish. It’s a great improvement from before. Seems like Le Vallauris has gone thru a wonderful transition with a new chief who cares for all their clients. A+ for making Le Vallauris more vegan friendly! Oh the lobster salad is I think better than before not sure I can put a finger on why but something is a bit different and more flavor plus if u like caviar or oysters they have the best!
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David
Los Angeles
5 reviews
4.0
5 reviews
Dined 4 days ago
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
I hearda lot of good things about this restaurant. I was really looking for it, but it didn’t surprise me so much. The food was tasty but not wow
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Stephen
VIP
Los Angeles
93 reviews
5.0
93 reviews
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Food and the ambience as usual was excellent.The oysters from PEI were small and sweet the veal dish I had was tender and delicious although I couldn't figure our what the dumplings that came with it tasted like
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Summer
Palm Springs
2 reviews
2.0
2 reviews
Dined on 15 December 2024
1. Overall 2
2. Food 1
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 2
Mediocre food, (rack of lamb barely warm, and not at the temperature ordered, soufflés watery) windows dirty, (why were we not seated at a middle table so all had a view (it was not a busy night), a very disinterested server, unattractive table settings, (daytime china, salt & pepper shakers from a diner). Sadly, no longer the fine dining icon it used to be.
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OT
OpenTable Diner
San Diego
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 15 December 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Elegance and high quality is how I would describe this place. We will be back !
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heidi
VIP
San Francisco
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 15 December 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Once again, the food, service and ambiance were excellent. A special place for special occasions.
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Carol
VIP
New York City
31 reviews
5.0
31 reviews
Dined on 14 December 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Wonderful as usual. We always eat here when we are in Palm Springs.
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ann
VIP
Phoenix
180 reviews
5.0
180 reviews
Dined on 13 December 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Outstanding experience. Beautiful indoor and patio seating. Impeccable service and menu fit for foodies. Delicious entries that are a work of art and the best chocolate souffle . A must try.
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Dave
Baltimore
2 reviews
4.0
2 reviews
Dined on 11 December 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
Overpriced for the food, etc. service and food slow for a night when the restaurant was not crowded. Waiter failed to volunteer the price of the special entree was $160. WOW! Glad we asked, but it was easiky 2-3x the price of any other entrée on the menu and should’ve been disclosed. Wines good.
Le VallaurisResponded on 13 December 2024
Hello. We apologize for your poor experience. We would like to gather more information from you if you have time. There should have been no issues with service especially on slower nights. Please provide us some details about your visit like server name, time of your reservation etc. I looked in the books and do not see a reservation under your name. Also please clarify the actual price mentioned for the special for the Wagyu steak. In your yelp review it says $160 but on open table $260. Please message us on here with the details or call the restaurant at any time. Thank you for your help and we look forward to another opportunity to serve you again soon.
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Angel
VIP
Seattle
70 reviews
5.0
70 reviews
Dined on 9 December 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Mark was great. Best escargot. Sat out in garden. Great trees.
Le VallaurisResponded on 13 December 2024
Thank you for taking the time to leave a 5 star review. We look forward to serving you again soon.
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Le Vallauris is rated 4.7 stars by 5084 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a booking

2 people

22 Dec 2024

19:00

Booked 47 times today

385 West Tahquitz Canyon Way, Palm Springs, CA 92262

Dining areas

Additional information

Cross Street
S Cahuilla Rd. and N Museum Dr.
Area
Palm Springs
Hours of Operation
Brunch Sun 11:00 am–1:30 pm Dinner Daily 5:00 pm–8:45 pm
Price
$50 and over
Cuisines
French, Mediterranean, Californian
Dining style
Casual Elegant
Dress code
Smart Casual
Parking details
Le Vallauris proposes Valet Parking operated by a third party.The suggested fee is $4 per car.
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, JCB, Mastercard, Visa
Executive Chef
Jean Paul Lair
Entertainment
Le Vallauris has a pianist in the bar.
Additional
Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Vegan

Website
http://www.sohohouse.com/restaurants/le-vallauris
Phone number
(760) 325-5059
Catering
Coming Soon...
Private party facilities
Le Vallauris has 2 inside dining rooms for private parties each one with a capacity for up to 50 persons. The Patio can also be used on a "buy out" basis for up to 150 persons and a tree shaded Gazebo is available for up to 100 guests. These facilities are able to use an array of "prix fixe" menus.

Le Vallauris

Make a booking

Dining areas

Additional information

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Chocolate Truffle

MAINE LOBSTER RAVIOLIS

Maine Lobster Salad

Appetizer

Kolikof Ossetra CaviarUS$125.00

Kolikof Tripple Zero CaviarUS$165.00

Kolikof Golden Ossetra CaviarUS$195.00

Oyster Of The Day

SOU DU JOUR

Maine Lobster SaladUS$30.00

House Smoked SalmonUS$22.00

Raw Seared Ahi TunaUS$25.00

Crunchy Boston ScallopsUS$27.00

HAMACHI SASHIMIUS$28.00

EscargotsUS$19.00

PORT WINE DUCK LIVER MOUSSEUS$25.00

BACKED MARINATED BUCHERON GOAT CHEESEUS$19.00

STUFFED BARTLETT PEAR WITH ROQUEFORT & WALNUTUS$19.00

HEIRLOOM TOMATOUS$25.00

Main Course

MAINE LOBSTER RAVIOLISUS$46.00

SAUTEED MAINE LOBSTER VANILLA BUTTERUS$68.00

GRILLED SCOTTISH SALMONUS$46.00

ALASKAN HALIBUTUS$51.00

ROASTED RACK OF LAMBUS$52.00

MEDAILLON VEAL FILETUS$50.00

BEEF FILETUS$62.00

ROASTED HALF DUCKUS$49.00

BRAISED BEEF CHEEKSUS$42.00

VEGETARIAN RAVIOLISUS$34.00

Overall ratings and reviews

Diners' Choice Awards

Review summary

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