Bar Cecil

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   Anne

   Chicago

   12 reviews

   5.0

   12 reviews

   Dined today

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   The Escargot and the Steak Frites did not disappoint. They were incredible.
   

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   Lauren

   Central Coast

   16 reviews

   vip
   3.0

   16 reviews

   Dined today

   1. Overall 3
   2. Food 3
   3. Service 4
   4. Ambience 3

   The restaurant had a cool vibe. The food and wait staff were good. However, we were seated in the covered outdoor area, right near the arched door entrance. It was quite a cool evening in December. There were heaters installed and running around the patio seating area, but the entryway door was constantly being opened by staff in order to seat guests. That in itself was not the main issue, but the fact that at least 50% of the time the door was not closed after the host and guests came through was a problem. The heaters were not sufficient enough to keep our table comfortable. We had to repeatedly ask that the door be closed, even after we told staff that we were cold. We ended up sitting and eating with our coats on, and this made our entire dining experience less than ideal.
   

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   Jennifer

   Los Angeles

   32 reviews

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   5.0

   32 reviews

   Dined 3 days ago

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   As always, a delight. We enjoyed the food and very gracious service including our first adventure with corkage which was a big success. We can’t wait to return
   

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   Jeffrey

   Portland

   5 reviews

   5.0

   5 reviews

   Dined 3 days ago

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Absolutely loved our dinner here. Service was best I've had in a long time anywhere. Highly recommend! Great for date night or just a good meal out. Will be back next time in town.
   

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   Jeffrey

   New York City

   2 reviews

   5.0

   2 reviews

   Dined 6 days ago

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Overall, a wonderful evening with incredible food, service and ambience.
   

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   Annmarie

   Phoenix

   13 reviews

   vip
   5.0

   13 reviews

   Dined 7 days ago

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Packed on a Tuesday night - a perfect place to enjoy dining with friends! Great food and service.
   

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   S.

   Seattle

   6 reviews

   3.0

   6 reviews

   Dined on December 3, 2024

   1. Overall 3
   2. Food 3
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 3

   We were excited to try Bar Cecil but ultimately thought it was a mediocre experience. We were not impressed with the entree selection. The steak tartare was very good but the Lays potato chips accompanying the tartare were a real disappointment. The sole was good but not great. The ratatouille was a mediocre sop to the vegetarians. The pork chop was excellent and easily the best entree on the menu. Four of us ate in a cramped booth in the noisy bar area. The covered patio area looked prettier, quieter and more spacious. For the price, there are better restaurants in Palm Springs.
   

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   lesleyc

   Palm Springs

   12 reviews

   vip
   5.0

   12 reviews

   Dined on December 2, 2024

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Another trip to bar Cecil- this time had the bread (do not miss!) the mussels to share - delicious- and the fish (with carmelized sweet potato and whipped celeriac). Honestly - we drive 25-30 minutes from La Quinta every time and it is ALWAYS worth the trip. Set your alarm and book in advance so you can get in. It’s that good.
   

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   Kim

   Calgary

   3 reviews

   vip
   5.0

   3 reviews

   Dined on December 2, 2024

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 4
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Our server was fantastic, food was very good and the place is adorable. It's the first restaurant in Palm Springs this trip where someone actually read the special event. Staff is well trained, thoughtful and made the dinner a wonderful event. Thank you
   

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    Day

    Seattle

    9 reviews

    3.0

    9 reviews

    Dined on December 1, 2024

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 3

    We arrived on time for reservation and had to wait 30 mins for our table. We asked to be served a cocktail while we waited, that didn’t happen. The hostess was vaping and drinking her own cocktail at the station while we sat with nothing. Our reservation was for 830 pm. We waited until 9, our main courses took a very long time to come. By the time we were finishing desert, the staff were packing up the restaurant around us. I think for $350, perhaps things could have run a bit smoother for us. The food was excellent, the cocktails were solid and wine was great; the service was lacking.
    

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