French Rotisserie Cafe

4.6

1664 Reviews

$30 and under

French

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2 people

17 Feb 2025

19:00

Booked 26 times today

Experiences are available.

Good for special occasions
Charming
Neighbourhood gem

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 11:30–20:30
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
Area
Palm Desert
Cross Street
US Hwy 111 and Town Center Drive near Whole Foods
Parking details
Ample parking available
Additional
Dog Friendly, Gluten-free Options, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Vegan

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Experiences

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 !

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What 1,664 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

4.7Food
4.6Service
4.5Ambience
4.5Value

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Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

French Rotisserie Cafe offers a genuine Parisian bistro experience with "delicious food" and "excellent service." Guests rave about "amazing escargots," "superb beef bourguignon," and a "wonderful ambiance." The owners and staff are "warm and attentive," making it a "gem in Palm Desert." Ideal for "intimate dinners" and "special celebrations."

1,664 Reviews

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Stephen
VIP
Palm Springs
72 reviews
5.0
72 reviews
Dined today
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
We each had appetizers and an entry. All tasted good and the portions were generous. We had not eaten here in a while and appreciated to redecoration which was done last summer. We had inside seating, it's a bit noisy. For a quieter experience outside seating is available. On a fairly busy night, the service was excellent with the courses well timed. They appeared to be well staffed. The owner stopped by our table to inquire about our experience. Overall, we felt the value we recieved was excellent. Another plus, there is ample nearby parking. We will definitely return in the near future.
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Morton
VIP
New York City
179 reviews
2.0
179 reviews
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 2
2. Food 3
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 4
We usually stop several times yearly at what has been a little gem of a restaurant. Last night's stop was in no way up to what we have come to expect. Hopefully, it was one of those nights, but to wait almost a half hour for a waiter to acknowledge one's existence is unpardonable. Then we learned that the wine we ordered was unavailable. On an on. Past experience will probably find us making another try.
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Erik
San Francisco
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
One of the best restaurants I’ve eaten here in the desert! Even though it was Valentine’s Day, the service was amazing and the wait time was very minimal. The French onion soup is to die for, and the Lamb was delicious as well.
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Walt
VIP
Palm Springs
24 reviews
5.0
24 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Outstanding experience. Great food. Excellent service for an extremely busy night. A++
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Jan
VIP
Palm Springs
28 reviews
5.0
28 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We always love eating at the French Rotisserie. It was so special on Valentine's Day, with the matte finish heart balloons Great food and great service!
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Richard
VIP
Palm Springs
72 reviews
5.0
72 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Loved the restaurant, the food and the service. Prices, especially given the fact it was Valentine's Day, were very reasonable. They kept to the original menu with a few added specials which was refreshing. Most places go to a restricted menu with elevated prices. My only negative comment concern how they do or don't inform diners of certain prices. Server asks if you'd like bread & butter. Your response is "Sure" because it's complimentary but not here. It's a $5.00 up charge. Reasonable, yes, but totally unexpected. All menu items are reasonable priced and well prepared. They have a nice wine list, heavy on French wines (figures) but at very competitive prices. All in all I'd say this is a dining delight that we'll come back to again and again all the while remembering there's no free breand and butter.
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jane
VIP
Washington DC
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Very nice place with attentive staff, great food, and a good wine list.
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Larry
VIP
Jacksonville
14 reviews
4.0
14 reviews
Dined 5 days ago
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 3
Wonderful evening in Paris! Good service with good quality meals. Lovely atmosphere in Paris setting! Reasonable wine list.
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Peter Linda
VIP
Los Angeles
47 reviews
4.0
47 reviews
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
Excellent French meal here. Nice people, quiet, attractive room,good food. The lamb Tagine was excellent. The wine steward very helpful. We will come back soon.
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Brian
VIP
Palm Springs
16 reviews
5.0
16 reviews
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The whole chicken was delicious. Appetizers escargot was in the shell. Very reasonable price.
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French Rotisserie Cafe is rated 4.6 stars by 1664 OpenTable diners.