Best Romantic Restaurants in Indio

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Cuisine

AmericanItalianSteakhouseSeafoodFrenchMexican

Regions

Palm Springs / Palm Desert

Neighborhoods

Indian WellsIndioLa QuintaPalm Desert

Top Rated

CharmingDog-friendlyFancyGood for business mealsGood for groupsGood for special occasions

Dining Options

All dining options

Delivery only

Takeout only

Seating Options

BarCounterStandardHigh TopOutdoor

Accessibility

Gender-neutral restroomWheelchair access

48 restaurants available nearby

1. Italica

4.7

Exceptional(220)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Italian • Indio

Booked 29 times today

Parties of 7 or more should call 442-400-3479 or email info@italica.bar.Italica is a unique, intimate hidden bar/restaurant with outstanding Italian cuisine. Our dishes are served tapas style and are meant to be combined and shared with others in your party. We have several dishes on and off our menu that are vegetarian and vegan friendly. Enter through the silver door on Miles Avenue to the right of Indio Taphouse. Due to our limited capacity, reservations are required for dinner service. We welcome walk-ins at the bar, based on availability, and encourage late-night walk-ins to join us when possible.To ensure that all our guests can savor our exquisite offerings, WE ALLOCATE A 90-MINUTE DINING TIME FOR PARTIES UP TO SIX PEOPLE.Please note that Italica is an adults-only establishment. We kindly ask that our guests be above the age of 18 and are dressed appropriately.We appreciate your understanding and look forward to providing you with an exceptional dining experience.

2. Nobu Indian Wells

4.6

Exceptional(533)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Japanese • Indian Wells

Booked 21 times today

Experience Chef Nobu Matsuhisa's world renowned cuisine in Indian Wells. Overlooking Stadium 2 in the Indian Wells Tennis Garden, guests can enjoy intimate ambiance. Indulge in Chef Nobu's famous signature dishes including Yellowtail Sashimi with Jalapeño, Rock Shrimp Tempura and Black Cod Miso as well as traditional Japanese favorites and sushi. Reservations are strongly encouraged. Sushi bar experience and bar seating is available first come first serve.

A photo of La Quinta Cliffhouse restaurant

3. La Quinta Cliffhouse

4.6

Exceptional(8094)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• American • La Quinta

Booked 115 times today

From the moment you approach the La Quinta Cliffhouse you are surrounded by the dramatic sights and sounds of this desert destination. Jutting from a massive rock outcropping above the desert floor the La Quinta Cliffhouse is renowned for its spectacular views across the valley and providing a lively, casual destination to enjoy a menu of American classics with innovative preparations focused on premium steaks and seafood at great prices. The menu highlights vibrant flavors from the valley along with a generous selection of fresh fish and seafood. The wine list has been thoughtfully chosen to complement the food and provide reasonably priced selections including rare and limited bottles.

A photo of Okura Robata Grill and Sushi Bar - La Quinta restaurant

4. Okura Robata Grill and Sushi Bar - La Quinta

4.6

Exceptional(2686)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Sushi • La Quinta

Booked 71 times today

Okura Robata Grill and Sushi Bar serves up a fusion of Japanese and California cuisine in a chic contemporary restaurant space that has an L.A./Hollywood vibe. Custom décor includes gold Kriskadecor chains hanging from the ceiling, a 4-foot high bronze Buddha and a life-size, petrified Japanese cherry blossom tree at the center of the restaurant. A “Geisha Angel” mural adorns a wall in the bar. Beyond an expansive sushi menu, there is something for everyone including skewers from the Robata Grill, Salads, Toban Yaki Steak, Tempura, Chicken, Beef and Fish Entrees, and of course, delicious desserts like Green tea Panna Cotta. The full bar features signature cocktails such as the Geisha Girl and Lychee Martini, as well as sake, wine and beer. You will be treated like family at Okura, where you can expect impeccable service in addition to premium quality food. We want to welcome you to visit us and enjoy the Okura experience!

A photo of The Bistro - Fantasy Springs Resort Casino restaurant

5. The Bistro - Fantasy Springs Resort Casino

4.7

Exceptional(1240)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• American • Indio

Booked 19 times today

A world of flavor, textures and ambiance await you at the Bistro. Start your Bistro experience with a hand-crafted, specialty cocktail at the stunning mahogany bar. The Bistro specializes in exciting, contemporary fine cuisine including succulent seafood and tantalizing sushi selections. You’ll also enjoy carefully dry-aged on site, hand-carved, premium USDA beef. The Bistro offers an enticing array of salads, appetizers, entrees and desserts, sure to impress the most discriminating of palates. Guests have the option to dine inside with a view of the exhibition kitchen, or outside overlooking palm trees and a beautiful courtyard. Reservations are recommended.

A photo of LG's Prime Steakhouse - La Quinta restaurant

6. LG's Prime Steakhouse - La Quinta

4.7

Exceptional(3058)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Steakhouse • La Quinta

Booked 48 times today

LG's Prime Steakhouse in La Quinta is a romantic hotspot. Reviewers rave about the 'elegant' atmosphere, 'superb' dining experience and 'exquisite' service. The 'beautiful ambiance' and 'cozy, traditional steakhouse' setting are ideal for intimate dates. One reviewer even claimed it made her husband's birthday 'very special'. The steakhouse's 'impeccable service' and 'perfectly cooked' steaks only add to the romantic charm.

A photo of POM - Fantasy Springs Resort Casino restaurant

7. POM - Fantasy Springs Resort Casino

4.4

Awesome(995)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Contemporary American • Indio

Booked 8 times today

POM is Fantasy Springs Resort Casino's answer to casino cafes. POM features breakfast, lunch and dinner in an atmosphere that's light, airy and modern. Reviewers on Yelp.com give POM 4&1/2 stars out of 5 and for good reason. The food here is of top quality. Chef Freddy Rieger even gets herbs used for cooking and garnish from the garden just outside the restaurant's French doors. The food is inventive yet hearty and the service is friendly and attentive. Patrons can also order cocktails here they won't find anywhere else around Palm Springs. How about a Date Martini or a hand-crafted White Sangria? POM excites your senses and keeps you coming back for more.

A photo of Mélange Restaurant & Bar at the Chateau Lake La Quinta restaurant

8. Mélange Restaurant & Bar at the Chateau Lake La Quinta

4.6

Exceptional(1338)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• American • La Quinta

Booked 11 times today

Mélange Restaurant & Bar at the Chateau Lake La Quinta offers a romantic experience with its lakeside dining and beautiful outdoor views. Reviewers frequently mention the restaurant's 'beautiful setting', 'wonderful ambiance', and 'intimate atmosphere'. The food, described as 'excellent', and 'delicious' with 'fresh herbs' and 'lighter, more flavorful sauces' only add to the romantic appeal.

A photo of Arnold Palmer's Restaurant restaurant

9. Arnold Palmer's Restaurant

4.9

Exceptional(4896)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• American • La Quinta

Booked 60 times today

Arnold Palmer’s Restaurant features Progressive American cuisine, including fresh seafood, steaks, and some of Arnie’s great comfort foods. This one-of-a-kind restaurant features many indoor dining options, including multiple private rooms, a beautiful bar and lounge, and an impressive wine room that houses 2,500 bottles with a large table for special events up to 20 guests. The extensive newly remodeled patio (awarded 2022 top 100 outdoor dining restaurants in the country by open table diners) offers live entertainment every night featuring Mark Linford with stunning views of the Santa Rosa Mountains and breathtaking landscape.

10. Lavender Bistro

4.6

Exceptional(6911)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Californian • La Quinta

Booked 123 times today

At Lavender we combine the finest meats and seafood with the freshest organic ingredients to create unforgettable dishes. Dine indoors in a warm, cozy atmosphere or on our stunning tree-lined patio. Lavender Bistro also prides itself on providing superb live music nightly to set a warm and friendly atmosphere.For every occasion, to change the ordinary into extraordinary, come join us at Lavender Bistro, "where memories are made!"Closed for Summer Break from the last Sunday in May until the last Thursday in September.Re-Opening 09/28/2023!

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Jacqui
San Francisco Bay Area •1 review
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
Excellent food, ambiance and service. Do not miss!
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ItalicaPrice: Expensive• Italian• Indio
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4.7
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NardaVIP
Calgary / Southern Alberta •24 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
Lovely restaurant nestled into the rock. Drinks, food and service were all good!
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La Quinta CliffhousePrice: Expensive• American• La Quinta
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4.6
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RebeccaVIP
New York City •6 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
The staff at The Bistro are extremely accommodating. The food is excellent. No complaints!!!!
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The Bistro - Fantasy Springs Resort CasinoPrice: Expensive• American• Indio
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4.7
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BarbaraS
Orange County •32 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
The food and service was excellent. We were seated in a room behind the bar. Zero ambiance and grew louder as the evening went on. I would request to never be seated in that area.
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Okura Robata Grill and Sushi Bar - La QuintaPrice: Expensive• Sushi• La Quinta
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4.6
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Lori
Columbus •20 reviews
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
Our dinner was delightful from the valet to every staff person in the restaurant. The restaurant itself self was beautifully done, the staff was so professional and the food was delicious +. Our server Brittany was absolutely fantastic, helpful, knowledgeable and very personable. We enjoyed our dining experience very much. Thank you to all the staff for making such a memorable evening.
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Nobu Indian WellsPrice: Very Expensive• Japanese• Indian Wells
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4.6

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