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Le Vallauris, Palm Springs, CA

Le Vallauris

4.7
4.7
5088 Reviews
$50 and over
French

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2 people
7:00 p.m.
Booked 42 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
  • Neighbourhood
    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 CaviarUS$125.00

    • Kolikof Tripple Zero CaviarUS$165.00

      • Kolikof Golden Ossetra CaviarUS$195.00

        • Oyster Of The Day

          (Seven or eight)

          • SOU DU JOUR

            • Maine Lobster SaladUS$30.00

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

              • House Smoked SalmonUS$22.00

                condiments, toast

                • Raw Seared Ahi TunaUS$25.00

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

                  • Crunchy Boston ScallopsUS$27.00

                    green apple vinaigrette baby frisée & carrot julienne salad

                    • HAMACHI SASHIMIUS$28.00

                      Green Onion | Yuzu Kosho Dressing | Mango Jalapeno Sorbet

                      • EscargotsUS$19.00

                        Classic garlic butter

                        • PORT WINE DUCK LIVER MOUSSEUS$25.00

                          Haricot Vert | Endive Salad Raspberry Dressing

                          • BACKED MARINATED BUCHERON GOAT CHEESEUS$19.00

                            Rustic Toast | Red Beet Salad | Raspberry Dressing

                            • STUFFED BARTLETT PEAR WITH ROQUEFORT & WALNUTUS$19.00

                              Baby Frisée | Endive | Walnut Dressing

                              • HEIRLOOM TOMATOUS$25.00

                                Tomato Basil Sorbet | Basil | Olive Oil | Shallot

                                Main Course

                                • MAINE LOBSTER RAVIOLISUS$46.00

                                  Basil Bisque | Claws & Knuckles

                                  • SAUTEED MAINE LOBSTER VANILLA BUTTERUS$68.00

                                    Corn Lobster Bisque

                                    • GRILLED SCOTTISH SALMONUS$46.00

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

                                      • ALASKAN HALIBUTUS$51.00

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

                                        • ROASTED RACK OF LAMBUS$52.00

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

                                          • MEDAILLON VEAL FILETUS$50.00

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

                                            • BEEF FILETUS$62.00

                                              Balsamic Reduction | Onion Marmalade | Gratin Dauphinois | Haricot Vert

                                              • ROASTED HALF DUCKUS$49.00

                                                Cherry Sauce | Pomme Anna | Spinach

                                                • BRAISED BEEF CHEEKSUS$42.00

                                                  mashed potato and sautéed spinach

                                                  • VEGETARIAN RAVIOLISUS$34.00

                                                    Basil Tomato Coulis | Asparagus & Market Vegetables

                                                    Last updated: November 6, 2024

                                                    What 5,088 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 Ambience

                                                    • Palm Springs / Palm Desert Cities

                                                      Great for fine wines

                                                    • Palm Springs / Palm Desert Cities

                                                      Romantic

                                                    • Palm Springs / Palm Desert

                                                      Best Ambience

                                                    • 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.

                                                    5,088 Reviews

                                                    1. sonja

                                                      Orange County

                                                      4 reviews

                                                      5.0

                                                      4 reviews

                                                      Dined today

                                                      1. Overall 5
                                                      2. Food 5
                                                      3. Service 5
                                                      4. Ambience 5
                                                      We definitely recommend this place again. The the ambience and the service was great. The food was spectacular. Nice bottle of wine with lobster salad. The hubby had halibut and I had the lobster ravioli. You cant go wrong with those choices. Kat our server was very attentive and delightful to talk with.

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                                                    2. Ian

                                                      VIP

                                                      San Francisco

                                                      10 reviews

                                                      5.0

                                                      10 reviews

                                                      Dined today

                                                      1. Overall 5
                                                      2. Food 5
                                                      3. Service 5
                                                      4. Ambience 5
                                                      Loved it. Service was incredible and food is delicious

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                                                    3. Michael

                                                      VIP

                                                      New York City

                                                      10 reviews

                                                      4.0

                                                      10 reviews

                                                      Dined 1 day ago

                                                      1. Overall 4
                                                      2. Food 4
                                                      3. Service 3
                                                      4. Ambience 5
                                                      One of the classic gorgeous dinner patios in Palm Springs. Food is classic and solidly prepared. Service is professional with a noticeable tinge of corporate for some reason. Overall does not disappoint.

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                                                    4. David

                                                      Los Angeles

                                                      17 reviews

                                                      5.0

                                                      17 reviews

                                                      Dined 2 days ago

                                                      1. Overall 5
                                                      2. Food 5
                                                      3. Service 5
                                                      4. Ambience 5
                                                      When we arrived, the maitre d’ told us that chef JeanPaul Lair was retiring and that they were transitioning to a new chef. If so, the change has been seamless. The food was excellent as always, as was the service and ambience.

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                                                    5. Steven

                                                      VIP

                                                      Palm Springs

                                                      28 reviews

                                                      5.0

                                                      28 reviews

                                                      Dined 3 days ago

                                                      1. Overall 5
                                                      2. Food 5
                                                      3. Service 4
                                                      4. Ambience 5
                                                      I am going thru the menu with different entries and so far they have all been excellent. My wife is a vegan and she has been taken great care of with different slants of a vegan dish. It’s a great improvement from before. Seems like Le Vallauris has gone thru a wonderful transition with a new chief who cares for all their clients. A+ for making Le Vallauris more vegan friendly! Oh the lobster salad is I think better than before not sure I can put a finger on why but something is a bit different and more flavor plus if u like caviar or oysters they have the best!

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                                                    6. David

                                                      Los Angeles

                                                      5 reviews

                                                      4.0

                                                      5 reviews

                                                      Dined 5 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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                                                    7. Stephen

                                                      VIP

                                                      Los Angeles

                                                      93 reviews

                                                      5.0

                                                      93 reviews

                                                      Dined on December 16, 2024

                                                      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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                                                    8. Summer

                                                      Palm Springs

                                                      2 reviews

                                                      2.0

                                                      2 reviews

                                                      Dined on December 15, 2024

                                                      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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                                                    9. heidi

                                                      VIP

                                                      San Francisco

                                                      1 review

                                                      5.0

                                                      1 review

                                                      Dined on December 15, 2024

                                                      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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                                                    10. OpenTable Diner

                                                      San Diego

                                                      1 review

                                                      5.0

                                                      1 review

                                                      Dined on December 15, 2024

                                                      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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                                                    FAQs

                                                    Le Vallauris is rated 4.7 stars by 5088 OpenTable diners.

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

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                                                    2 people
                                                    7:00 p.m.
                                                    Booked 42 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.
                                                    • Neighbourhood
                                                      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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