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Italica, Indio, CA

Italica

4.7
4.7
204 Reviews
$31 to $50
Italian

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2 people
19:00
Booked 20 times today
  • Great for creative cocktails
  • Good for special occasions
  • Neighbourhood gem
Parties of 7 or more should call 442-400-3479 or email info@italica.bar.

Italica is a unique, intimate hidden bar/restaurant with outstanding Italian cuisine. Our dishes are served tapas style and are meant to be combined and shared with others in your party. We have several dishes on and off our menu that are vegetarian and vegan friendly. Enter through the silver door on Miles Avenue to the right of Indio Taphouse.

Due to our limited capacity, reservations are required for dinner service. We welcome walk-ins at the bar, based on availability, and encourage late-night walk-ins to join us when possible.

To ensure that all our guests can savor our exquisite offerings, WE ALLOCATE A 90-MINUTE DINING TIME FOR PARTIES UP TO SIX PEOPLE.

Please note that Italica is an adults-only establishment. We kindly ask that our guests be above the age of 18 and are dressed appropriately.

We appreciate your understanding and look forward to providing you with an exceptional dining experience.

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Italian, Tapas / Small Plates, Speakeasy
  • Hours of Operation
    Tue–Thu, Sun 16:30–22:00 Fri, Sat 16:30–00:00
  • Phone number
    (442) 400-3479
  • Website
    https://www.italica.bar/
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Executive Chef
    Santos Perez

Menu

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What 204 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
  • 4.8Ambience
  • 4.5Value

Noise • Moderate

Diners' Choice Awards

  • Palm Springs / Palm Desert Cities

    Italian

  • Palm Springs / Palm Desert

    Italian

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Italica elevates the dining scene in Indio with its "amazing vibe" and speakeasy charm. Guests rave about the "delicious food" featuring standout dishes like Vodka Penne and Bolognese. The "friendly and attentive" staff enhance the experience, although the cozy space can be noisy. It's a hidden gem worth discovering!

204 Reviews

  1. Brett

    Palm Springs

    4 reviews

    4.0

    4 reviews

    Dined today

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Strict seating policy, make a reservation throughout winter season. Food was good and delivered as ordered. Wait staff was friendly.

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  2. Elizabeth

    VIP

    Sacramento

    9 reviews

    5.0

    9 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Superb drinks and food. We enjoyed the fig flatbread, Caesar salad, vodka pasta, warm toffee cake and espresso martini! All superb choices!

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  3. Sandra

    VIP

    New York City

    30 reviews

    4.0

    30 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Service was good but slow and my dish was tasty but my husband said the pasta was overcooked.

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  4. angie

    VIP

    Seattle

    15 reviews

    5.0

    15 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Our second time there, and it did not disappoint! The service, the ambience for Valentine’s Day, and the food was outstanding. The weight staff was very prompt and courteous, and this is quickly become one of our favorites!

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  5. Michelle

    Palm Springs

    1 review

    2.0

    1 review

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Service was fair, food was “ehh” after discussing appetizer options with our server we decided to order the NYstrip as an appetizer, we were not aware this was served “raw” we were expecting a cooked seared NY strip. When food was delivered to our table it felt rushed. When reserving our table we specified we were celebrating a birthday, waitress did not acknowledge this. Overall, would give this place another shot as we believe everyone deserves a second try. (:

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  6. Kelly

    VIP

    Chicago

    14 reviews

    5.0

    14 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Food and service was outstanding! I can’t wait to return to try other items on their menu. While the restaurant is small, they fire up big flavors and quality in every dish. Absolutely a fan and encourage you to try this place if you haven’t already.

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  7. Julie

    VIP

    Palm Springs

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    I hesitate to say how much I love restaurant, but only because it is fairly small and I want to return again and again. The food was excellent, and everything I want in an Italian restaurant. Great service at the table and at the bar. The decor and lighting are tasteful and romantic and the black and white photos add a dash of excitement to the proceedings. Patrons are encouraged to dress nicely, which is a welcome relief!

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  8. Sally

    Los Angeles

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on 9 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great food and service!! Was a bit hard to find the restaurant, no signage outside

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  9. Tamarah

    VIP

    Palm Springs

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on 9 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The food is amazing and the staff is engaging and attentive. Is now my favorite restaurant!

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  10. Shelley

    VIP

    Palm Springs

    9 reviews

    5.0

    9 reviews

    Dined on 9 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    A fun new place in the desert. Wonderful food with great pastas and appetizers. Some unusual cocktail options also. Could use a few more meat and fish options. Unique vibe withe good service made for great evening out in Indio. Will be back!

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FAQs

Italica is rated 4.7 stars by 204 OpenTable diners.

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2 people
19:00
Booked 20 times today
Google Map for Italica

82867 Miles Ave Unit 2, Indio, CA 92201

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    Miles and Towne
  • Area
    Indio
  • Hours of Operation
    Tue–Thu, Sun 16:30–22:00 Fri, Sat 16:30–00:00
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Italian, Tapas / Small Plates, Speakeasy
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Santos Perez
  • Additional
    Gluten-free Options, Vegan
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