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Cuistot, Palm Desert, CA

Cuistot

4.7
4.7
2891 Reviews
$31 to $50
Contemporary French / American

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 18 times today
Experiences are available.
  • Good for special occasions
  • Charming
  • Romantic
Cuistot offers fine California/French cuisine and is located at the Southwest intersection of Highway 111 and El Paseo. Cuistot has consistently earned top ratings in the Zagat Survey and was named one of six restaurants in the United States to score a perfect 100 for food by the Conde Nast Traveler. Dine under the stars on our beautiful terrace overlooking a desert water oasis or in one of our elegant dining rooms.

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Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary French / American, Californian, French American
  • Hours of operation
    Dinner Mon–Sat 5:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (760) 340-1000
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Executive chef
    Bernard Dervieux
  • Private party facilities
    From small, intimate gatherings to large Receptions and Dinners for up to 320 Guests Private Wine Room, Veranda , Fireplace Room, Bistro and Waterfall Terrace For inquiries contact michael@cuistotrestaurant.com
  • Private party contact
    Michael Shimer: (760) 340-1000
  • Neighborhood
    Palm Desert
  • Cross street
    We are located at the corner of Hwy 111 & El Paseo (west end).
  • Parking details
    Plenty of parking
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

  • Justin Vineyards Wine Dinner

    $0.00 - $145.00 per person

    Feb 5, 2025 only
    5 Courses - 5 Amazing Justin Wines! Fresh Lobster Ravioli with Truffle Sauce & Justin Rosé 2023 Fresh Scallops Wrapped in Bacon, Asparagus with Fernand Sauce & Justin Chardonnay 2022 Lamb Chops over Lentils, Fresh Herbs & Lamb Jus & Justin Reserve Cabernet 2022 Roasted Skuna Bay Salmon over Braised Beet Greens with Justin Cab Franc Buerre Blanc & Justin Justification 2021 Dessert- Melting My Heart, Warm Chocolate Cake with Valrhona Chocolate & Sorbet & Justin Isosceles 2021 NO CHANGES OR SUBSTITUTIONS ALLOWED
    Justin Vineyards Wine Dinner Photo
  • Won't You be Our Valentine?!

    $139.00 per person

    Feb 14, 2025 only
    3 Course Dinner $139++ 1st Course Choice of; Shrimp Cocktail; Home made Duck Foie Gras Creamy Terrine; Classic Caesar Salad; Fresh Tomato Basil Bisque or Tartare of Heirloom Tomatoes 2nd Course Choice of: Butcher Cut Sliced Filet with Black Peppercorn Sauce; Loup de Mer "Branzino" with Almond Crust with an Almandine Herb Lemon Sauce; Pork Tenderloin Medallions; Stuffed Free range Chicken Breast; or Coquillette Pasta Dessert: Fresh Berry Tarte
    Won't You be Our Valentine?! Photo

What 2,891 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
  • 4.6Food
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.4Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Palm Springs / Palm Desert Cities

    Romantic

  • Palm Springs / Palm Desert

    Romantic

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Cuistot in Palm Desert promises a "wonderful dining experience" with "great ambience" and "exceptional service." Chef Bernard's presence and culinary expertise are highly praised. The restaurant features a cozy fireplace room, ideal for special occasions. Standout dishes include the rack of lamb and lobster ravioli. "Always an enjoyable experience."

2,891 Reviews
  1. twanna

    VIP

    Palm Springs

    7 reviews

    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Always a 5 star place for us. That is why we take our friends to show them the best in the desert.

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  2. Tristen

    VIP

    Salt Lake City

    87 reviews

    5.0

    87 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    absolutely fantastic! our friends had never been here, and they were blown away!! the food, the ambience and the service was impeccable .... Thank you for another great dining experience

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  3. Scott

    VIP

    Calgary

    14 reviews

    5.0

    14 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great meal, beautiful ambience and exceptionally friendly and efficient service. Our absolute favourite restaurant in the valley.

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  4. Sandy

    Omaha

    55 reviews

    5.0

    55 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The mushroom soup and the Dover Sole coupled with the BEST waiter who has been there a long time made the experience OUTSTANDING!

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  5. David

    Minneapolis

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Everything at Cuistot is excellent. We were able to enjoy excellent food looking at the fire in the cozy room. I love that it was quiet and we could have conversation. Really good service.

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  6. Craig

    VIP

    Palm Springs

    28 reviews

    4.0

    28 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    The food and service were lovely However, restaurants who want to be know as an upscale restaurant must enforce a minimum dress code. Shorts, short shorts, torn dirty jeans, filthy shoes, etc should never be acceptable at a fine dining establishment

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  7. michael

    VIP

    New York City

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    One of the best restaurants in the desert. Outstanding food and service.

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  8. Brian

    VIP

    Orange County

    13 reviews

    5.0

    13 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent food and experience. Can hardly wait to return.
    CuistotResponded 6 days ago
    Thank you Brian! Looking forward to seeing you again soon!

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  9. Kathleen

    VIP

    Palm Springs

    14 reviews

    5.0

    14 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Lovely dinner in the wonderful Fireplace Room. Excellent menu and waitstaff.

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  10. Ryan

    VIP

    Los Angeles

    17 reviews

    5.0

    17 reviews

    Dined on January 18, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent from start to finish! Our favorite French resto in the desert

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FAQs

Cuistot offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (760) 340-1000.

Cuistot is rated 4.7 stars by 2891 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 18 times today
Experiences are available.

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Cuistot

72595 El Paseo Ave, Palm Desert, CA 92260

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross street
    We are located at the corner of Hwy 111 & El Paseo (west end).
  • Neighborhood
    Palm Desert
  • Hours of operation
    Dinner Mon–Sat 5:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary French / American, Californian, French American
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    Plenty of parking
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Bernard Dervieux
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
    (760) 340-1000
  • Private party facilities
    From small, intimate gatherings to large Receptions and Dinners for up to 320 Guests Private Wine Room, Veranda , Fireplace Room, Bistro and Waterfall Terrace For inquiries contact michael@cuistotrestaurant.com
  • Private party contact
    Michael Shimer: (760) 340-1000
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