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Kitchen 86 in El Paseo has a modern, colorful vibe - Kitchen 86, Palm Desert, CA

Kitchen 86

4.5
4.5
313 Reviews
$31 to $50
American

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2 people
19:00
Booked 23 times today
Experiences are available.
  • Neighbourhood gem
  • Great for brunch
  • Great for outdoor dining
Kitchen 86 is a local favorite for indoor and outdoor dining on El Paseo in the heart of Palm Desert.

Featuring a deliciously eclectic menu, exceptional service, and a contemporary vibe.

Indulge in our ever-changing menu that includes seafood, steaks, lamb chops, salads, pasta, house-made curry, ramen, wood-fired pizzas, and shareable small plates.

We serve breakfast and brunch daily with bottomless mimosas and plenty of delicious menu items including vegan and gluten free options.

Whether you’re looking for breakfast, brunch, lunch, dinner, or a late-night meal, you’re sure to please your palette at Kitchen 86. We use only the freshest ingredients, with many of our menu items being organic and locally sourced.

Our Ultra Lounge is the perfect place to gather with friends for happy hour or a late-night cocktail and food until 1am.

86 Live, our state-of-the-art entertainment stage, features live music, DJs, and stand-up comedy.

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    American, Steak, Vegan
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon–Thu 10:00 am–12:30 am Fri–Sun 9:30 am–12:30 am Happy Hour Mon–Fri 12:00 pm–5:00 pm Sat, Sun 3:00 pm–5:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (760) 890-1586
  • Website
    http://www.kitchen-86.com/
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Executive Chef
    Joe Morano & Abel Gonzales
  • Catering
    Our off-premise catering service brings the exceptional quality of our restaurant to your wedding, corporate event, or any special occasion. Our talented chefs create custom menus featuring fresh and locally-sourced ingredients, all prepared with the same care and attention to detail that has made Kitchen 86 a local favorite.
  • Private party facilities
    While we do not have private dining space at Kitchen 86, we have a luxurious sister property nearby. VenueTen offers an elegant and flexible event space that can accommodate weddings and events of up to 250 guests. Our venue also has overnight accommodations for up to 40 guests, making it an ideal location for retreats or destination weddings.

Experiences

  • Night Owl Noshing: Late Night Bites at Kitchen 86

    Multiple dates available
    Looking for a place to grab a bite and unwind after a long day? Come check out our late-night menu at Kitchen 86 + Bar nightly. From 11 pm to close, we offer a selection of delicious shareables and wood-fired pizzas that are perfect for a late-night snack or meal. But it's not just the food that makes our late-night menu special - it's the atmosphere. Our cozy and inviting space is the perfect backdrop for a night out with friends, a date, or a solo meal. And with our friendly and attentive staff, and our fun and welcoming atmosphere, you're sure to feel right at home from the moment you walk through the door.
    Night Owl Noshing: Late Night Bites at Kitchen 86 photo

  • Dueling Pianos

    6 Dec 2024 - 31 Dec 2024
    Enjoy our talented dueling pianists as they perform traditional piano bar songs across all music genres, as well as music from today. Audience participation is encouraged with song requests and interactive sing-alongs. Every Thursday, Friday, Saturday & Sunday starting at 9PM. Come for the food, stay for the fun!

Offers

  • Sip, Savor, and Save: Happy Hour Specials

    Multiple dates available
    Sun - Sat - 14:30 - 15:00, 15:00 - 16:30, 16:30 - 17:00
    Join us for Happy Hour at Kitchen-86 and enjoy $5 drinks and discounted bites DAILY from 3-6 PM. Our selection of beer, house wine, and well drinks is sure to please any palate . With our discounted bites starting at just $7, you'll be able to satisfy your hunger without breaking the bank. But the real reason to come to our Happy Hour is the atmosphere. Our cozy interior and friendly staff make you feel right at home, whether you're here with friends or flying solo. And with our live music and TVs showing the latest games and events, there's always something to keep you entertained. We can't wait to show you why we're the go-to spot for affordable drinks, tasty bites, and a great time.

Menu

View menu on restaurant's website

What 313 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.5
4.5 based on recent ratings
  • 4.4Food
  • 4.5Service
  • 4.4Ambience
  • 4.4Value

Noise • Moderate

Diners' Choice Awards

  • Palm Springs / Palm Desert Cities

    Great for brunch

  • Palm Springs / Palm Desert

    Great for brunch

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Kitchen 86 delivers a delightful dining experience with "awesome service every time," and a diverse menu that caters to varied tastes, including vegan options. Guests rave about the "delicious" Boom Boom Shrimp and fun ambiance. With attentive servers like Brandon and Geena, the restaurant promises memorable visits.

313 Reviews

  1. Robert

    VIP

    Montreal

    22 reviews

    5.0

    22 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great Vegan Crusted Pizza with Gorgonzola and Boom Boom Shrimp

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  2. Johannes

    VIP

    San Diego

    2 reviews

    2.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 4
    Kitchen 86 is nice with good food choices. The food portions were appropriate and very tasty. Not until we ordered cafe latte did we have a bad experience. The milk used had gone bad and when we asked the waiter to replace our coffees, he doubled down and refused to make it right. He went back to check the milk and stated they used whole milk and therefore sour tasting lumps of milk on top of the cafe’s were good. So sad, he could have made us happy but decided not to do it. Client service was tumbling our otherwise good experience.

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  3. Dan

    Palm Springs

    9 reviews

    3.0

    9 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 3
    Pleasant setting, good menu selection, friendly if not attentive wait staff

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  4. Judith

    VIP

    Palm Springs

    75 reviews

    4.0

    75 reviews

    Dined on 13 December 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 2
    The pizza was very good. One person sent back their eggplant parmesan because she said it was too salty to eat. The background music was just awful. It really detracted from our experience.

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  5. Jann

    Seattle

    32 reviews

    5.0

    32 reviews

    Dined on 10 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had an excellent lunch here. Very comfortable and enjoyable seating outside, excellent service person, and good food. This is our go to spot when we have people visiting us.

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  6. Robert

    VIP

    Seattle

    10 reviews

    5.0

    10 reviews

    Dined on 8 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Miguel was an excellent server, the ambiance was great and the food fantastic, as usual. Highly recommended!

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  7. Mary

    VIP

    Los Angeles

    9 reviews

    3.0

    9 reviews

    Dined on 1 December 2024

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 3
    Breakfast Burrito was great and the waffles were super tasty. Service was pretty slow, but the servers were friendly. 

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  8. Sheila

    Chicago

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 1 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Fantastic food and service in downtown Palm desert.

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  9. Ivy

    VIP

    Los Angeles

    13 reviews

    4.0

    13 reviews

    Dined on 1 December 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Our waiter was wonderful! We chose to sit inside because of weather, but outside gives off better vibes

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  10. Debbie

    San Francisco

    6 reviews

    2.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on 1 December 2024

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 3
    Terrible service. $18 for a Caesar salad seemed excessive. $38 scampi dish had four prawns, it was a skimpy portion took forever to get an order of the flatbread and when it came, it was barely warm, my tomato and mozzarella stack, two of the tomatoes were in edible. The stack consisted of three or four tomatoes, max.  the waiter did offer to take my order off the bill. I would’ve preferred to have paid for my entrée and have had the total dish edible. 

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FAQs

Kitchen 86 offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (760) 890-1586.

Kitchen 86 is rated 4.5 stars by 313 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a booking

2 people
19:00
Booked 23 times today
Experiences are available.

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Kitchen 86

73-130 El Paseo Suite I, Palm Desert, CA 92260-4236

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    Located between Pines to Palms Highway (Route 74) and Sage Lane
  • Area
    Palm Desert
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon–Thu 10:00 am–12:30 am Fri–Sun 9:30 am–12:30 am Happy Hour Mon–Fri 12:00 pm–5:00 pm Sat, Sun 3:00 pm–5:00 pm
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    American, Steak, Vegan
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    Public Lot
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Joe Morano & Abel Gonzales
  • Additional
    Dog Friendly, Gluten-free Options, Outdoor Firepit, Vegan
  • Website
    http://www.kitchen-86.com/
  • Phone number
    (760) 890-1586
  • Catering
    Our off-premise catering service brings the exceptional quality of our restaurant to your wedding, corporate event, or any special occasion. Our talented chefs create custom menus featuring fresh and locally-sourced ingredients, all prepared with the same care and attention to detail that has made Kitchen 86 a local favorite.
  • Private party facilities
    While we do not have private dining space at Kitchen 86, we have a luxurious sister property nearby. VenueTen offers an elegant and flexible event space that can accommodate weddings and events of up to 250 guests. Our venue also has overnight accommodations for up to 40 guests, making it an ideal location for retreats or destination weddings.
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