French Rotisserie Cafe

4.6

1637 Reviews

$30 and under

French

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2 people

Jan 21, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 17 times today

Experiences are available.

Charming
Neighborhood gem
Good for special occasions

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 am–8:30 pm
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
Neighborhood
Palm Desert
Cross street
US Hwy 111 and Town Center Drive near Whole Foods
Parking details
Ample parking available
Additional
Beer, Cafe, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Dog Friendly, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Vegan, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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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 !
CELEBRATING 2025 LUNAR NEW YEAR WITH US!
Jan 29, 2025 - Feb 2, 2025
Celebrate 2025 New Lunar Year with our delectable signature dishes: DAURADE À LA PROVENÇALE | 59 Whole Sea Breem, Roasted on Fennel, Tomatoes, Peppers & Garlic, Safran White Wine Broth CANARD CONFIT À L’ORANGE & ANANAS | 42 Maple Farm Duck Leg & Breast Confit, Sweet & Spicy Pineapple & Orange Sauce Roasted Pineapple & Fingerling Potatoes SNAKE RIVER FARMS KUROBUTA PORK CHOP | 69 Berkshire Heritage 14oz Bone-in Pork Chop, Mustard Sauce Diane Wild Mushrooms & Yukon Gold Purée
CELEBRATE LOVE PARISIAN STYLE!
Feb 14, 2025 - Feb 16, 2025
ST VALENTIN WEEK-END SPECIALS: NOIX DE ST JACQUES AUX AGRUMES - Fresh Sea Scallops in Citrus Vermouth Sauce Braised Jumbo Green Asparagus | MR VEAL OSSO BUCCO - Braised Bone-in Veal stewed in Castelvetrano Olives & Capers Demi-Glace Sauce on Linguine | 45 SNAKE RIVER FARMS KUROBUTA PORK CHOP - Berkshire Heritage 14oz Pork Chop, Mustard Sauce Diane, Wild Mushrooms & Yukon Gold Purée | 69 WAGYU EYE OF THE RIBEYE AU POIVRE VERT - Snake River Farms 10oz, Peppercorn Sauce, Pommes Frites | 62

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What 1,637 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.6

4.6 based on recent ratings

4.6Food
4.6Service
4.5Ambience
4.5Value

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Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

French Rotisserie Cafe delights with "excellent food," "fast great service," and "wonderful atmosphere." Diners praise the "best French fries ever" and "delicious rotisserie chicken." The ambience is cozy and inviting, with attentive staff enhancing the experience. The menu, offering flexibility in customization, ensures a "fantastic meal and ambience" for every visit.

1,637 Reviews

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Dale
VIP
Portland
12 reviews
5.0
12 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Just like a real Parisian bistro. Great food and service, really good French wine list. Would definitely recommend
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Diane
San Francisco
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
One of our best meals ever! And we dine regularly at top restaurants in Napa Valley, LA, Orange County, San Diego, Paris, London, etc. I just kept making yummy noises. The French Onion soup perhaps best we've ever had. Even butter lettuce salad with tomatoes/endive and Tarragon dressing was outstanding. My Beef Bourguignon amazing, and my husband's Duck a'la orange perfectly cooked. Profiteroles for dessert had the most amazing chocolate sauce. Don't let the strip mall location nor sign missing lights on some letters dissuade you from coming here for a fabulous dinner. How packed they were (but still warm attentive greeting and service) and overflowing into not-as-scenic outer spaces, clearly a testament to how much people love their food. Can't wait to go back!
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Marilyn
Minneapolis
40 reviews
5.0
40 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Really delicious and very French. A real gem. Great staff too.
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Larry
VIP
San Francisco
22 reviews
5.0
22 reviews
Dined 4 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 3
The food, service, and hospitality are among the very best in the desert.
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Marc
Los Angeles
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined 4 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Warm welcome. Attentive and knowledgeable service from Jean Luc. We had a lovely visit.
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heidi
VIP
Los Angeles
24 reviews
5.0
24 reviews
Dined 5 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We had the salad with fennel and homemade soup fabulous
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Lynne
VIP
South Dakota
26 reviews
2.0
26 reviews
Dined 5 days ago
1. Overall 2
2. Food 1
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 3
Cocktails & appetizer are very good… Caesar salad was bland with dressing, missing seasoning….main entree again were off on seasoning…. Staff seemed indifferent, until owner talked to us… very disappointing overall
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Dawn
Palm Springs
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined 6 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Love this place. A bit of French class in the desert. Great food quality. Really good service So glad it is open for lunch again vs just dinner
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Kathleen
Munich
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined 6 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Fantastic food and great service . We all enjoyed our meals and thoroughly enjoyed our dinner . We will definitely be back !
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Mary
New Orleans
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined 6 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Sat outside but they have a lovely atmosphere and warm heaters outside. Good good as well and reasonable prices. Great service.
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French Rotisserie Cafe is rated 4.6 stars by 1637 OpenTable diners.