Kitchen 86

4.4

347 Reviews

$31 to $50

American

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2 people

17 Feb 2025

19:00

Booked 42 times today

Experiences are available.

Neighbourhood gem
Great for outdoor dining
Great for brunch

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
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.

Location
73-130 El Paseo Suite I, Palm Desert, CA 92260-4236
Area
Palm Desert
Cross Street
Located between Pines to Palms Highway (Route 74) and Sage Lane
Parking details
Public Lot
Additional
Dog Friendly, Gluten-free Options, Outdoor Firepit, Vegan

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.

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.

Popular dishes

What 347 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.4

4.4 based on recent ratings

4.4Food
4.3Service
4.3Ambience
4.3Value

Noise • Moderate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Kitchen 86 delights with its "great atmosphere" and diverse menu, featuring "delicious" pizzas and a "fantastic" steak sandwich. The "attentive" service, especially by servers like Jesus and Miguel, enhances the experience. While some find it "loud" indoors, the outdoor seating offers a pleasant alternative. "Highly recommended" for its vibrant ambiance and flavorful dishes.

347 Reviews

E
Elizabeth
VIP
Greater Boston
5 reviews
1.0
5 reviews
Dined today
1. Overall 1
2. Food 1
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 1
Unfortunately, this was not good. We sat for 20 mins before we even met a server. When I finally went to the host station to get things moving there was another person behind me who also jumped in and complained about the same thing, they had been waiting for 30 minutes for a server. Our food took over 40 mins to come after we ordered it, (over an hour from the time we sat down. Turned out our server had waited till our appetizer hit to put in our entire order despite us asking for it all at once (due to the initial delay in even having our orders taken.) 3 out of the 4 things we ordered were just terrible cheaply made food. Way over garlicky/salty/dry. From when we sat down outside we were chilly and yet it took them over 35 minutes to honor our request to get the heat lamps lit. I now have a sore throat n the next day. This place is just not the upscale experience and service that the prices would suggest. NOT RECOMMENDED.
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laura
VIP
Chicago
15 reviews
2.0
15 reviews
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 2
2. Food 2
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 3
We ate outside which was nice. We ordered a salad and pizza to share. We requested the salad as a first course followed by the pizza. They brought the pizza first. The Kale Caesar salad was nothing interesting: just greens and a few tiny croutons. No shaved Parmesan, anchovies, etc. we ordered the pizza with barrata cheese but there was not much cheese. Very ok.
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Jessie
Palm Springs
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We had a great meal food was good Jesus our waiter was great menu was great pricing wasn’t bad thanks
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ALAN
VIP
Chicago
34 reviews
5.0
34 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Excellent pizza. The dueling pianos were wonderful. Looking forward to coming back
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Ann
VIP
Columbus
19 reviews
5.0
19 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We were in The area for two weeks and tried lots of restaurants. You were the best.
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Kathy
VIP
San Francisco
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on 8 February 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Amazing food, entertainment & great service!! Love this place!
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Dori
Palm Springs
13 reviews
4.0
13 reviews
Dined on 7 February 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
I love that Kitchen 86 is offering its whole breakfast and brunch menu for just $12.86 as long as you're there before a certain time. My eggs benedict were delicious. Quick service and good attentiveness.
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Murray and Debra
VIP
Vancouver
19 reviews
5.0
19 reviews
Dined on 7 February 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Good food. Attentive server. Steak salad was delicious. Steak was "melt in your mouth" tender.
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Eric35NHtoCA
VIP
Greater Boston
21 reviews
4.0
21 reviews
Dined on 2 February 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 3
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Get meat not pasta here, great service & fun atmosphere though
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Eve
VIP
San Francisco
16 reviews
5.0
16 reviews
Dined on 2 February 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
Loved the fact they code their menu for vegan, GF and have healthy menu options. Their brussel sprouts are par boiled, then finished in a pan. Delicious, fresh food, which wasn't over salted. Woohoo! So hard to find a restaurant that doesn't over salt their food and let's the flavors speak for themselves. We will go back!
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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 4.4 stars by 347 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a booking

2 people

17 Feb 2025

19:00

Booked 42 times today

Experiences are available.

Order delivery or takeout

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
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.

Kitchen 86

Make a booking

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

Experiences

Night Owl Noshing: Late Night Bites at Kitchen 86

Offers

Sip, Savor, and Save: Happy Hour Specials

Popular dishes

Boom Boom Shrimp

Margherita

Chicken Picatta

Menu

What 347 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Review summary

FAQs

Does Kitchen 86 offer delivery through OpenTable or takeout?

How is Kitchen 86 restaurant rated?

Is Kitchen 86 currently accepting bookings?

Make a booking

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information