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Le Vallauris, Palm Springs, CA

Le Vallauris

4.7
4.7
5083 Reviews
$50 and over
French

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 32 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.

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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
  • Neighborhood
    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
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Vegan, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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Menu

Appetizer

  • Kolikof Ossetra Caviar$125.00

    • Kolikof Tripple Zero Caviar$165.00

      • Kolikof Golden Ossetra Caviar$195.00

        • Oyster Of The Day

          (Seven or eight)

          • SOU DU JOUR

            • Maine Lobster Salad$30.00

              exotic medley, passion fruit dressing, asparagus, avocado, baby frisse

              • House Smoked Salmon$22.00

                condiments, toast

                • Raw Seared Ahi Tuna$25.00

                  sesame crust with seaweed, cucumber and avocado salad, ginger dressing

                  • Crunchy Boston Scallops$27.00

                    green apple vinaigrette baby frisée & carrot julienne salad

                    • HAMACHI SASHIMI$28.00

                      Green Onion | Yuzu Kosho Dressing | Mango Jalapeno Sorbet

                      • Escargots$19.00

                        Classic garlic butter

                        • PORT WINE DUCK LIVER MOUSSE$25.00

                          Haricot Vert | Endive Salad Raspberry Dressing

                          • BACKED MARINATED BUCHERON GOAT CHEESE$19.00

                            Rustic Toast | Red Beet Salad | Raspberry Dressing

                            • STUFFED BARTLETT PEAR WITH ROQUEFORT & WALNUT$19.00

                              Baby Frisée | Endive | Walnut Dressing

                              • HEIRLOOM TOMATO$25.00

                                Tomato Basil Sorbet | Basil | Olive Oil | Shallot

                                Main Course

                                • MAINE LOBSTER RAVIOLIS$46.00

                                  Basil Bisque | Claws & Knuckles

                                  • SAUTEED MAINE LOBSTER VANILLA BUTTER$68.00

                                    Corn Lobster Bisque

                                    • GRILLED SCOTTISH SALMON$46.00

                                      Honey Lemon | Green Pepper | Corn | Spicy Infused Olive Oil | Farm Vegetables

                                      • ALASKAN HALIBUT$51.00

                                        Blood Orange Raspberry Infused Olive OIL | Braised Rainbow Carrot & Asparagus

                                        • ROASTED RACK OF LAMB$52.00

                                          Mustard Herbs & Breadcrumbs Crust | Au Jus | Ratatouille | Potato Croquette

                                          • MEDAILLON VEAL FILET$50.00

                                            Potato | Truffle Mascarpone Raviolis | Fresh Sweet Peas | Port Wine Veal Jus

                                            • BEEF FILET$62.00

                                              Balsamic Reduction | Onion Marmalade | Gratin Dauphinois | Haricot Vert

                                              • ROASTED HALF DUCK$49.00

                                                Cherry Sauce | Pomme Anna | Spinach

                                                • BRAISED BEEF CHEEKS$42.00

                                                  mashed potato and sautéed spinach

                                                  • VEGETARIAN RAVIOLIS$34.00

                                                    Basil Tomato Coulis | Asparagus & Market Vegetables

                                                    Last updated: November 6, 2024

                                                    What 5,083 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

                                                    Loved For

                                                    • Palm Springs / Palm Desert Cities

                                                      Best Ambiance

                                                    • Palm Springs / Palm Desert Cities

                                                      Great for fine wines

                                                    • Palm Springs / Palm Desert Cities

                                                      Romantic

                                                    • Palm Springs / Palm Desert

                                                      Best Ambiance

                                                    • 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.

                                                    5,083 Reviews

                                                    1. David

                                                      Los Angeles

                                                      4 reviews

                                                      4.0

                                                      4 reviews

                                                      Dined 2 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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                                                    2. Stephen

                                                      VIP

                                                      Los Angeles

                                                      93 reviews

                                                      5.0

                                                      93 reviews

                                                      Dined 5 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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                                                    3. Summer

                                                      Palm Springs

                                                      2 reviews

                                                      2.0

                                                      2 reviews

                                                      Dined 6 days ago

                                                      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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                                                    4. heidi

                                                      VIP

                                                      San Francisco

                                                      1 review

                                                      5.0

                                                      1 review

                                                      Dined 6 days ago

                                                      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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                                                    5. OpenTable Diner

                                                      San Diego

                                                      1 review

                                                      5.0

                                                      1 review

                                                      Dined 6 days ago

                                                      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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                                                    6. Carol

                                                      VIP

                                                      New York City

                                                      31 reviews

                                                      5.0

                                                      31 reviews

                                                      Dined 7 days ago

                                                      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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                                                    7. ann

                                                      VIP

                                                      Phoenix

                                                      180 reviews

                                                      5.0

                                                      180 reviews

                                                      Dined on December 13, 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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                                                    8. Dave

                                                      Baltimore

                                                      2 reviews

                                                      4.0

                                                      2 reviews

                                                      Dined on December 11, 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 December 13, 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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                                                    9. Angel

                                                      VIP

                                                      Seattle

                                                      70 reviews

                                                      5.0

                                                      70 reviews

                                                      Dined on December 9, 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 December 13, 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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                                                    10. James

                                                      Palm Springs

                                                      39 reviews

                                                      5.0

                                                      39 reviews

                                                      Dined on December 8, 2024

                                                      1. Overall 5
                                                      2. Food 5
                                                      3. Service 5
                                                      4. Ambience 5
                                                      An unusually quiet Sunday Brunch, however most pleasant!! Nicholas was right on spot with our table and seemed to be in tune with our style...relaxed, but perfect. As I have said many times...it's the true "Gem of the desert..." and the paradise we call home!!
                                                      Le VallaurisResponded on December 13, 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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                                                    FAQs

                                                    Le Vallauris is rated 4.7 stars by 5083 OpenTable diners.

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

                                                    Make a reservation

                                                    2 people
                                                    7:00 PM
                                                    Booked 32 times today
                                                    Google Map for Le Vallauris

                                                    385 West Tahquitz Canyon Way, Palm Springs, CA 92262

                                                    Dining areas

                                                    Additional information

                                                    • Cross street
                                                      S Cahuilla Rd. and N Museum Dr.
                                                    • Neighborhood
                                                      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
                                                      Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Vegan, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
                                                    • 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.

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