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Jillian's, Palm Desert, CA

Jillian's

4.8 (1043)
$50 and over
International
74155 El Paseo, Palm Desert, CA 92260

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 7 times today

About this restaurant

  • Great for outdoor dining
  • Good for special occasions
  • Charming
Romantic. Inviting. Original. Uncompromising quality.
Superb cuisine graciously served in an extraordinary atmosphere, is the unique inspiration of proprietors Jay and June Trubee.
Guests will experience a masterful Eclectic cuisine. Our menus are designed to include seasonal local ingredients, classic Jillian’s dishes and, of course, your preferences. To accompany your meal, we offer an extensive selection of fine wines from around the world.
Whether you choose one of our distinctive dining rooms or the inviting outdoor courtyard, enchanting garden or private terrace, every detail will be attended to, every need met. With everything from the menu selection to the wine pairings and flower arrangements that can be custom-designed for a most memorable occasion.

RESERVATIONS FOR 5 GUESTS OR MORE.......CALL (760) 776-8242

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Fine Dining
  • Price
    $50 and over
  • Cuisines
    International, Contemporary American, Contemporary European
  • Hours of operation
    Dinner Mon–Sat 5:30 pm–8:30 pm
  • Phone number
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Formal Attire
  • Executive chef
    Jay G. Trubee
  • Private party facilities
    Guests will experience a masterful Eclectic cuisine. Our menus are designed to include seasonal local ingredients, classic Jillian’s dishes and, of course, your preferences. We will gladly customize a menu to complement and enhance your event. To accompany your meal, we offer an extensive selection of fine wines from around the world. Whether you choose one of our distinctive private rooms or the inviting outdoor courtyard, enchanting garden or private terrace, every detail will be attended to, every need met. With everything from the menu selection to the wine pairings and flower arrangements that can be custom-designed for a most memorable occasion. The comfortable elegance and charming architecture create an exclusive environment making Jillian’s the perfect Palm Desert facility for intimate private dinner parties, weddings, group meetings and business gatherings.
  • Neighborhood
    Palm Desert
  • Cross street
    Portola
  • Parking details
    Valet
  • Entertainment
    Live piano music in the lounge nightly.
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Outdoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 1,043 people are saying

Jillian's reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.8
4.8 based on recent ratings
  • 4.8Food
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.8Ambience
  • 4.3Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Palm Springs / Palm Desert Cities

    Best Overall

  • Palm Springs / Palm Desert Cities

    Best Food

  • Palm Springs / Palm Desert Cities

    Romantic

  • Palm Springs / Palm Desert Cities

    Good for special occasions

  • Palm Springs / Palm Desert

    Best Overall

  • Palm Springs / Palm Desert

    Best Food

  • Palm Springs / Palm Desert

    Romantic

  • Palm Springs / Palm Desert

    Good for special occasions

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Jillian's offers an elegant dining experience with "wonderful ambiance" and "excellent service." Guests rave about the "beautiful setting" and "fantastic food," especially the rack of lamb. While some mention occasional service lapses, most agree it's a "favorite special occasion place." The charming patios and attentive staff enhance the experience.
1,043 Reviews
  1. Angela VIP

    San Francisco27 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great, fast service, and the patio area is gorgeous. The rib eye steak special was delicious. I wish they would drop the corn and beetroot from the sides that are a sample size and just increase the potato gratin and brocillini portion. The prices are also very high but the plate sizes are all big so you do get what you pay for. Overall, we had a great experience and would come back for special occasions.

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  2. Marty VIP

    Palm Springs80 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    The food is so enjoyable … both in taste and presentation. The staff is very helpful as well as accommodating. And the atmosphere is warm and wonderful.

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  3. Molly VIP

    Los Angeles23 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had a fabulous dinner once again at Jillian's last night. The service the food and the ambiance were all amazing. We loved it and can't wait to go back when they re-open in the Fall.

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  4. Carlo VIP

    San Diego11 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great overall experience. The food was nearly perfect — the meatball appetizer, pasta Bolognese, and rack of lamb were all exceptional. Ambiance was beautiful with stunning views, and service was solid. They had a nice “Happy Birthday” message on the table when we arrived, which was a thoughtful touch. However, dessert was underwhelming, and no birthday acknowledgment came with it, which felt like a missed moment. Would come back.

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  5. Russ VIP

    Nashville630 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Always great food and friendly service. Beautiful setting too!

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  6. Abby VIP

    Palm Springs4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 6, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Elegant outdoor fine dining. Venue, food and service excellent.

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  7. Diane

    New York City2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 2, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Fantastic!!!! Our favorite restaurant !! Delicious food , great service snd beautiful ambience !!

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  8. Deb VIP

    Chicago12 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on May 1, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Beautiful patio- lovely food and great ambiance. Loved everything we ordered. Expensive but great.

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  9. Lane VIP

    Portland3 reviews

    1.0

    Dined on May 1, 2025

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 4
    I’ve always heard about how good Jillian’s is and being new to the area I took my wife and mom out for dinner. It could have not gone any worse. I ordered a drink and got the wrong drink, order an appetizer and the others in my party got there’s but my came late because server forgot. I ordered a steak medium rare and it was overcooked and when they brought the chef out he basically said that he felt it was cooked appropriately. I ordered a 2nd glass of wine and they forgot it and when I talked to the manager he was unapologetic! He said I Hope you try us again. Maybe this was a off night but with all the good restaurants down here it will be tough to go back to Jillian’s

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  10. Gerry VIP

    Palm Springs79 reviews

    3.0

    Dined on April 30, 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 5
    Great food and ambiance….my problem is the condescending attitude you get from the waiters….they make it seem like they’re doing you a big favor by serving you. And….very pricey.

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Jillian's is rated 4.8 stars by 1043 OpenTable diners.

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 7 times today
Google Map for Jillian's

74155 El Paseo, Palm Desert, CA 92260

Additional information

  • Cross street
    Portola
  • Neighborhood
    Palm Desert
  • Hours of operation
    Dinner Mon–Sat 5:30 pm–8:30 pm
  • Price
    $50 and over
  • Cuisines
    International, Contemporary American, Contemporary European
  • Dining style
    Fine Dining
  • Dress code
    Formal Attire
  • Parking details
    Valet
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Jay G. Trubee
  • Entertainment
    Live piano music in the lounge nightly.
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Outdoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
  • Private party facilities
    Guests will experience a masterful Eclectic cuisine. Our menus are designed to include seasonal local ingredients, classic Jillian’s dishes and, of course, your preferences. We will gladly customize a menu to complement and enhance your event. To accompany your meal, we offer an extensive selection of fine wines from around the world. Whether you choose one of our distinctive private rooms or the inviting outdoor courtyard, enchanting garden or private terrace, every detail will be attended to, every need met. With everything from the menu selection to the wine pairings and flower arrangements that can be custom-designed for a most memorable occasion. The comfortable elegance and charming architecture create an exclusive environment making Jillian’s the perfect Palm Desert facility for intimate private dinner parties, weddings, group meetings and business gatherings.
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