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Wally's Desert Turtle
4.8
3785 Reviews
$50 and over
Contemporary American
Make a reservation
2 people
Dec 11, 2024
7:00 p.m.
Experiences are available.
- Romantic
- Good for special occasions
- Fancy
Additional information
- Dining styleCasual Elegant
- Price$50 and over
- CuisinesContemporary American, Californian, Steak
- Hours of OperationDinner Tue–Thu, Sun 5:30 pm–8:30 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–9:30 pm
- Phone number(760) 568-9321
- Payment OptionsAMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
- Dress codeBusiness Casual
- Executive ChefAlan Lopez
- Private party facilitiesWally's Desert Turtle is one of the desert's premier locations for upscale private dining. An elegant, classy and majestic space to host family celebrations, corporate events or just memorable moments.Please contact our special events department for bookings: wallysdtevents@gmail.com
- NeighbourhoodRancho Mirage
- Cross StreetBob Hope Drive
- Parking detailsValet Parking, Private Lot Self-Parking, and Street Parking available
- Public transitSunline Transit Agency<br />Bus Line #111<br />Bus Stop #659<br />Highway 111 and Rancho Las Palmas Westbound<br />
- EntertainmentGreat Live Entertainment Nightly with the Bolivar Brothers, Michael and John ... playing the standards, the classics, some current hits, and a sprinkling of guest requests ...Celebrating Springtime in the Desert with a $38 Three-Course Seasonal Prix Fixe Menu in our Bar and Sahara Lounge, from 5:30pm to 6:30pm, Sundays through Thursdays.
- AdditionalBanquet, Bar Dining, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine
Experiences
Christmas Eve at Wally's
Dec 24, 2024 onlyJoin us for a special Christmas Eve dinner starting at 3:00 pm. We will be serving a special preset menu, half portions will be available for children. Unless we receive 48 hours notice, there will be a cancellation fee of $15 per person. A la carte options will not be available.
Domaine Carneros by Tattinger - Wine Dinner
US$175.00 per person
Prepaid
Feb 13, 2025 only5:00 p.m.Tattinger's Domaine Carneros wines will showcase their complexity and range in a meal fit for a Queen and King. Experience the versatility of sparkling wine in this Wine Dinner highlighting the versatility of Champagne style wines with our Wally’s Modern California cuisine. This limited-edition menu will feature elements of our classic menu with some contemporary twists across a savory and sweet experience. Brut 2019 Brut Rose NV La Reve 2016 Demi Sec 2020 Hosted in partnership with Domaine Carneros and curated by Wally's Chef and Sommelier.
New Years Eve First Seating
US$95.00 per person
Dec 31, 2024 onlyJoin us for a special Prix Fixed menu this New Years Eve! The first seating will begin at 5:00 and will feature a four course meal curated by our own Chef Alan Lopez. We ask for 48 hours notice for any cancellations or party changes to avoid a charge of $15 per person.
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FAQs
Wally's Desert Turtle is rated 4.8 stars by 3785 OpenTable diners.
Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.
Make a reservation
2 people
Dec 11, 2024
7:00 p.m.
Experiences are available.
71775 Highway 111, Rancho Mirage, CA 92270
Additional information
- Cross StreetBob Hope Drive
- NeighbourhoodRancho Mirage
- Hours of OperationDinner Tue–Thu, Sun 5:30 pm–8:30 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–9:30 pm
- Price$50 and over
- CuisinesContemporary American, Californian, Steak
- Dining styleCasual Elegant
- Dress codeBusiness Casual
- Parking detailsValet Parking, Private Lot Self-Parking, and Street Parking available
- Public transitSunline Transit AgencyBus Line #111Bus Stop #659Highway 111 and Rancho Las Palmas Westbound
- Payment OptionsAMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
- Executive ChefAlan Lopez
- EntertainmentGreat Live Entertainment Nightly with the Bolivar Brothers, Michael and John ... playing the standards, the classics, some current hits, and a sprinkling of guest requests ...Celebrating Springtime in the Desert with a $38 Three-Course Seasonal Prix Fixe Menu in our Bar and Sahara Lounge, from 5:30pm to 6:30pm, Sundays through Thursdays.
- AdditionalBanquet, Bar Dining, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine
- Phone number(760) 568-9321
- Private party facilitiesWally's Desert Turtle is one of the desert's premier locations for upscale private dining. An elegant, classy and majestic space to host family celebrations, corporate events or just memorable moments.Please contact our special events department for bookings: wallysdtevents@gmail.com