Best Lunch Restaurants in La Quinta

My friend and I like to try new restaurants and Kestrel did not disappoint. We also order things we haven't had before which included: Pistachio Old Fashion, Desert Sunset and, Crab Hashbrown. I thought Thommy was wonderful. He read the table, he was engaging, light and fun. I would poach him if I owned a restaurant. He was knowledgeable of the menu and steered us in the right direction as we like to share everything. The Pan Roasted Seabass was cooked perfectly and was also a highlight. The Date Carrot Cake was over the top delectable. It was sticky and sweet and full of flavor. A large piece we could possibly finish after everything else we had but, we will fight over who gets to take it hoe and have it with their coffee tomorrow. My only "huh" moment was realizing the Desert Sunset Cocktail was $24 (more than any glass of wine on the menu). I just don't feel that price fits the Craft Cocktail experience. Hats off to you Blais and Team!

In order the roast chicken with fettuccine already every year and this year is as wonderful as always, maybe the best ever.

Really enjoyed the food and the view. The service was great.

We arrived early and had an early cocktail in the beautiful bar area. Hostess came and got us when our table was ready. Lovely dinner and waitress, Zia, was so lovely. Our dessert order was erroneously delivered to another table, so Desert Club was gracious enough to not charge us for the dessert. Thank you for a lovely evening.

This is a lovely restaurant in La Quinta’s historic Old Town community. I always enjoy my time here; the menu selections are all very delicious and the balcony seating is a favorite spot for stunning mountain vistas.