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La Quinta Cliffhouse, La Quinta, CA

La Quinta Cliffhouse

4.6
4.6
7983 Reviews
$31 to $50
American

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 105 times today
Experiences are available.
  • Good for special occasions
  • Charming
  • Great for outdoor dining
From the moment you approach the La Quinta Cliffhouse you are surrounded by the dramatic sights and sounds of this desert destination. Jutting from a massive rock outcropping above the desert floor the La Quinta Cliffhouse is renowned for its spectacular views across the valley and providing a lively, casual destination to enjoy a menu of American classics with innovative preparations focused on premium steaks and seafood at great prices. The menu highlights vibrant flavors from the valley along with a generous selection of fresh fish and seafood. The wine list has been thoughtfully chosen to complement the food and provide reasonably priced selections including rare and limited bottles.
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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    American, Steak, Seafood
  • Hours of operation
    Dinner Daily 3:30 pm–9:00 pm Sunset Dinner Special Daily 3:30 pm–5:00 pm Happy Hour Daily 3:30 pm–6:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (760) 360-5991
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Private party facilities
    With multiple spaces both indoors and outdoors to choose from, let the culinary team at La Quinta Cliffhouse make your event special. We have a variety of menues already set to choose from, or we can custom design what your palate desires. Please email Brittany@LaQuintaCliffhouse.com for a welcome packet and to begin planning your special event
  • Private party contact
    Brittany McCoy: (760) 360-5991
  • Neighborhood
    La Quinta
  • Cross street
    Washington Street
  • Parking details
    Self Parking
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Vegan, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

  • Fortaleza Tequila Dinner

    $125.00 per person

    Jan 23, 2025 only
    Join us for a night of great food paired with the tequilas from Fortaleza. Limited to only 20 seats! $125/person ++ First Course: Prawn Tartare | Fermented Fresno, Corn Puree, Cucumber, Avocado, Chive Blossom Pairing | Still Strength Margarita Second Course: Jamon Iberico & Herb Salad | Mache, Arugula, Apple, Tomatillo Vinaigrette, Idiazabal, Pepitas Pairing | Fortaleza Blanco Third Course: Stuffed Quail | Sausage & Farro, Almond Mole, Local Turnip, Coriander, Chive Oil Pairing | Fortaleza Reposado Fourth Course: Snake River Farms Eye of Ribeye | Burnt Onion, Local Romanesco, Radish, Mustard Frill Pairing | Fortaleza Anejo Fifth Course: Valrhona Chocolate Flan | Spiced Almond, Raspberry, Cinnamon Pairing | Fortaleza Winter Blend 2024

What 7,983 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.6
4.6 based on recent ratings
  • 4.5Food
  • 4.6Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.2Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Palm Springs / Palm Desert Cities

    Most Booked

  • Palm Springs / Palm Desert

    Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
La Quinta Cliffhouse offers a captivating dining experience with "great atmosphere" and "stunning views." Guests enjoy a diverse menu featuring dishes like scallops, sea bass, and crab pasta. The restaurant is praised for its "amazing service" and "beautiful setting," making it a popular choice for special occasions and regular visits alike.

7,983 Reviews
  1. Jaime

    VIP

    Las Vegas

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Beautiful location for family dinner, birthday party, date night or even a quick bite after golf-Accommodates all! Backdrop is so magical, fireplace in the rocks, dainty lights in the trees and the waterfall cascading through the restaurant. I would recommend sitting outside-personal preference. Exceded my expectations. Our waitress was also amazing and very attentive. Highly recommend.

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  2. Edward

    Seattle

    12 reviews

    2.0

    12 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 3
    Not impressed. Very expensive but the service and food did not live up to what one expects from a high end restaurant. The best part of my meal was the cocktail. Food was good but not close to outstanding. And the service was just OK. Probably will not be back
    La Quinta CliffhouseResponded 1 day ago
    Thank you for choosing us as your dining hosts and for leaving thoughtful feedback, as it helps us improve in our pursuit of excellence. We take customer experience very seriously, so I apologize for us missing the mark on this particular evening. I have reached out to you privately, if you would like to discuss this further.

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  3. Suzy

    Palm Springs

    3 reviews

    2.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 2
    The last few times I have eaten at the Cliffhouse and Pacifica, the early dinner has been disapponting. In the past, the salmon had what I think was a bean/honey glaze and the rice was seasoned. While I like my veggies not over cooked, the string beans tonight were hard to cut and chew. Will you go back to preparing the salmon like you did before? Thanks.
    La Quinta CliffhouseResponded 1 day ago
    Thank you for taking the time to leave us your feedback! I am sorry our menu offerings were not enjoyable this evening. We appreciate you taking the time to share your thoughts.

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  4. Lita

    Palm Springs

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We were there for my husband’s birthday and so for this special occasion splurged. It was expensive, but the food and service were excellent. I had the salmon and my husband had steak. We had calamari as the appetizer. And of course drinks.
    La Quinta CliffhouseResponded 1 day ago
    Thank you for choosing La Quinta Cliffhouse to host your special occasion! We take this honor very seriously, and it gives us great satisfaction to hear when we deliver excellence.

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  5. Wendy

    VIP

    Grand Rapids

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We love the Cliff House and enjoy bringing out of town guests to experience the unique atmosphere and great food and drinks. Fabulous service, Thank you Michael!! She made our experience with her recommendations and knowledge of the menu perfect for our meal entrees. Cliff House doesn't disappoint!!😊
    La Quinta CliffhouseResponded 1 day ago
    We are so pleased to hear our team left an impression of excellent service. This is always our goal and it gives us joy to know when we achieve this. We look forward to hosting you again!

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  6. Margaret

    VIP

    New York City

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 3
    Our dinner was fabulous and our server Susie was terrific!!
    La Quinta CliffhouseResponded 1 day ago
    Thank you for taking the time to leave us a review and for recognizing our excellent staff here at La Quinta Cliffhouse! We are very lucky to have a team of the very best people, and it means so much to hear our brand of hospitality made your evening special.

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  7. Len

    Manitoba

    17 reviews

    4.0

    17 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 4
    Food was very good, service was attentive at the beginning but slow at the end. We were there for Happy Hour, then ordered off the main menu. Our party had 10 drinks off the Happy Hour menu, however when I paid the bill, I never noticed we did not receive the discount. I didn’t notice until this morning. That was a $20 overcharge and is disappointing. It was a special night out that leaves a bitter taste in my mouth.
    La Quinta CliffhouseResponded 1 day ago
    Thank you for choosing us as your dining hosts and for leaving thoughtful feedback, as it helps us improve in our pursuit of excellence. We take customer experience very seriously, so I apologize for us missing the mark on this particular evening. I have reached out to you privately, if you would like to discuss this further.

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  8. Tracy

    VIP

    Orange County

    45 reviews

    4.0

    45 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Nice place to come for an upscale dinner. We had cioppino, pork chop, braised beef which were all outstanding. The swordfish was dry and just ok. Our server, Michael, was fantastic. Should have asked her how she got her name.
    La Quinta CliffhouseResponded 5 days ago
    Thank you for taking the time to leave us a review and for recognizing our excellent staff here at La Quinta Cliffhouse! We are very lucky to have a team of the very best people, and it means so much to hear our brand of hospitality made your evening special. Thank you for leaving your thoughts on the menu!

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  9. eduardo

    San Antonio

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great experience for my dad birthday the service was amazing as well the food my favorite was the ribeye
    La Quinta CliffhouseResponded 5 days ago
    Thank you for choosing La Quinta Cliffhouse to host your special occasion! We take this honor very seriously, and it gives us great satisfaction to hear when we deliver excellence.

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  10. Karen

    VIP

    Cincinnati

    3 reviews

    2.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 4
    Very nice ambience. We sat outside with heaters which was fine until one heater ran out of gas. Had to ask twice to get that taken care of. Service was the problem of the evening. We did not get our orders for 90 minutes and when they came out they were cold. Server promised she would be back in a minute multiple times only To disappear or spend long amounts of time chatting with others in our view. Food was not terrible but was not all that great either and again was cold when it finally arrived.
    La Quinta CliffhouseResponded 5 days ago
    Thank you for choosing us as your dining hosts and for leaving thoughtful feedback, as it helps us improve in our pursuit of excellence. We take customer experience very seriously, so I apologize for us missing the mark on this particular evening. I have reached out to you privately, if you would like to discuss this further.

    Is this helpful?

FAQs

La Quinta Cliffhouse is rated 4.6 stars by 7983 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 105 times today
Experiences are available.
Google Map for La Quinta Cliffhouse

78-250 Highway 111, La Quinta, CA 92253

Additional information

  • Cross street
    Washington Street
  • Neighborhood
    La Quinta
  • Hours of operation
    Dinner Daily 3:30 pm–9:00 pm Sunset Dinner Special Daily 3:30 pm–5:00 pm Happy Hour Daily 3:30 pm–6:00 pm
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    American, Steak, Seafood
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    Self Parking
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Vegan, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
    (760) 360-5991
  • Private party facilities
    With multiple spaces both indoors and outdoors to choose from, let the culinary team at La Quinta Cliffhouse make your event special. We have a variety of menues already set to choose from, or we can custom design what your palate desires. Please email Brittany@LaQuintaCliffhouse.com for a welcome packet and to begin planning your special event
  • Private party contact
    Brittany McCoy: (760) 360-5991
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