Le Vallauris

4.6

5224 Reviews

$50 and over

French

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2 people

Mar 21, 2025

March 2025

7:00 p.m.

Booked 58 times today

About this restaurant

Good for special occasions
Great for outdoor dining
Charming

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, Gabriel Morales, Award winning Angeleno Chef who has replaced the long time Chef Jean Paul Laire as he retired in 2024. 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 favourite 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
Gabriel Morales
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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Popular dishes

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

What 5,224 people are saying

Le Vallauris reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.6

4.6 based on recent ratings

4.6Food
4.6Service
4.8Ambience
4.2Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

Palm Springs / Palm Desert Cities
Great for fine wines
Palm Springs / Palm Desert Cities
Romantic
Palm Springs / Palm Desert
Great for fine wines
Palm Springs / Palm Desert
Romantic

Review summary

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Le Vallauris offers a "charming patio" and "amazing food" with a "superb" dining experience. The "attentive staff" and "impeccable service" create a "wonderful" atmosphere. Known for its "exquisite" French cuisine, it features standout dishes like the "Grand Marnier soufflé" and "sautéed lobster." Perfect for special occasions, it's a "gem in Palm Springs."

5,224 Reviews

RJ
RushedatJoes VIP
Los Angeles19 reviews
3.0
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 5
Medicare service and mundane food at Luxury Prices.
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psdiner VIP
Palm Springs4 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Nice evening. Raymond is an exemplary waiter. Everything well executed.
Le VallaurisResponded 1 day ago
Thank you for taking the time to leave a 5 star review. We look forward to serving you again soon.
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Jeff VIP
Detroit3 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 2
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The special was coco van and the chicken served was dry. We sat down for the first seating so it should have been much more moist. It was embarrassing since we took a guest who never dined there and she ordered the dish. Too bad for what we have come to expect as good food.
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Sue VIP
Seattle72 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
This was our second time having dinner here. We so enjoyed being in their beautiful patio, plus afterward in the bar with fabulous bartender Carlos!
Le VallaurisResponded 3 days ago
Thank you for taking the time to leave a 5 star review. We look forward to serving you again soon.
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Suzanne
Seattle2 reviews
4.0
Dined 4 days ago
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The service was above and beyond. Definitely recommend sitting outside.
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Jon VIP
Phoenix3 reviews
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We love Le Vallauris! Great experience with fabulous food and a very attentive staff, especially Brock our waiter. we are foodies and we both agreed this may have been the best meal we have ever had. The Scallops were are favorite, close 2nd was the lobster ravioli and branzino. The chocolate souffle was as light as a cloud, sooo yummy. We will definitely be back again the next time we are in Palm Springs. Jon and Tish Sedona AZ
Le VallaurisResponded 3 days ago
Thank you for taking the time to leave a 5 star review. We look forward to serving you again soon.
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TimG VIP
Tucson1 review
2.0
Dined 5 days ago
1. Overall 2
2. Food 2
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 5
The experience has changed dramatically from past visits. I had beef cheeks, which were bland, served over flavorless spinach and gummy mashed potatoes. My son had the veal, which he said was under seasoned and tough. The third diner had the branzino, seasoned well and cooked nicely, but not French. The servers didn’t seem to care about our displeasure. The busboy was the friendliest and most interactive. I grieve the changes.
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OT
OpenTable Diner
Palm Springs3 reviews
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Always a great time here very fancy. Took the wife for anniversary of course is expensive but this is why you come to the five star restaurants. We sat in the patio, which is always lovely but if you’re looking for more quiet or nobody around you, the inside is just as nice. Seems like everybody wants the patio.
Le VallaurisResponded 3 days ago
Thank you for taking the time to leave a 5 star review. We look forward to serving you again soon.
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Robert VIP
Palm Springs38 reviews
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Truly haut cuisine...and the setting: magnafique. Can't wait to come again.
Le VallaurisResponded 3 days ago
Thank you for taking the time to leave a 5 star review. We look forward to serving you again soon.
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Rod VIP
Palm Springs6 reviews
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Everything was wonderful! the setting the food and the service was delightful
Le VallaurisResponded 3 days ago
Thank you for taking the time to leave a 5 star review. We look forward to serving you again soon.
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Le Vallauris is rated 4.6 stars by 5224 OpenTable diners.

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Booked 58 times today

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
Gabriel Morales
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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Chocolate Truffle

MAINE LOBSTER RAVIOLIS

Maine Lobster Salad

Appetizer

Kolikof Ossetra CaviarUS$125.00

Kolikof Tripple Zero CaviarUS$165.00

Kolikof Golden Ossetra CaviarUS$195.00

Oyster Of The Day

SOU DU JOUR

Maine Lobster SaladUS$30.00

House Smoked SalmonUS$22.00

Raw Seared Ahi TunaUS$25.00

Crunchy Boston ScallopsUS$27.00

HAMACHI SASHIMIUS$28.00

EscargotsUS$19.00

PORT WINE DUCK LIVER MOUSSEUS$25.00

BACKED MARINATED BUCHERON GOAT CHEESEUS$19.00

STUFFED BARTLETT PEAR WITH ROQUEFORT & WALNUTUS$19.00

HEIRLOOM TOMATOUS$25.00

Main Course

MAINE LOBSTER RAVIOLISUS$46.00

SAUTEED MAINE LOBSTER VANILLA BUTTERUS$68.00

GRILLED SCOTTISH SALMONUS$46.00

ALASKAN HALIBUTUS$51.00

ROASTED RACK OF LAMBUS$52.00

MEDAILLON VEAL FILETUS$50.00

BEEF FILETUS$62.00

ROASTED HALF DUCKUS$49.00

BRAISED BEEF CHEEKSUS$42.00

VEGETARIAN RAVIOLISUS$34.00

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