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Al dente, Palm Springs, CA

Al dente

4.7
4.7
1104 Reviews
$30 and under
Italian

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 20 times today
  • Great for outdoor dining
  • Charming
  • Neighborhood gem
Al dente Trattoria - A quaint cucina with a decidedly European atmosphere, has served Palm Springs and international clientele for over 30 years.

Al dente proprietor Kendra Riccio and Executive Chef Oscar Cardenas present an extensive menu of pastas with homemade sauces, beef, veal, and fresh seafood entrées for lunch and dinner in a casual fine dining atmosphere. Located on historic Palm Canyon Drive, downtown Palm Springs, within walking distance to major hotels, convention center, shopping and casinos.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Italian, Mediterranean, Vegetarian / Vegan
  • Hours of operation
    Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 4:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (760) 325-1160
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Resort Casual
  • Neighborhood
    Palm Springs
  • Cross street
    W. Alejo Road /Private Lot entrance of W. Alejo Rd. May enter through back
  • Parking details
    Parking lot in rear of restaurant. Entrance from Alejo RD. Back entrance into Al Dente from parking lot.Street parking on both Alejo RD and in front of Al Dente on N.Palm Canyon DR.
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 1,104 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
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.9Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.6Value

NoiseModerate

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  • Palm Springs / Palm Desert Cities

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  • Palm Springs / Palm Desert Cities

    Best Value

  • Palm Springs / Palm Desert Cities

    Italian

  • Palm Springs / Palm Desert

    Best Service

  • Palm Springs / Palm Desert

    Best Value

  • Palm Springs / Palm Desert

    Italian

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Al Dente in Palm Springs is a charming Italian gem renowned for its "excellent food and service." With a cozy atmosphere, it's perfect for romantic dinners or group gatherings. The menu offers diverse and authentic Italian dishes, with standout options like veal piccata and homemade cannoli. "Highly recommend" for a memorable dining experience.

1,104 Reviews
  1. Robert

    Palm Springs

    11 reviews

    5.0

    11 reviews

    Dined today

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had a great dining experience and look forward to returning to this restaurant

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  2. David

    Palm Springs

    29 reviews

    5.0

    29 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Al Dente has the best Italian in the area, served in a casual and comfortable atmosphere. The friendly and professional servers are excellent. The pasta with arrabiata sauce is the best I've ever had - and I've been to Italy plenty of times!

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  3. RONALD

    VIP

    Los Angeles

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Not the first time I’ve been here. I enjoyed it so much. That’s why we came again. I would recommend it highly. 

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  4. Lynne

    Toronto

    3 reviews

    4.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    I booked a table for 6, however when we arrived we were informed there wasn’t a table inside big enough for our parry and we’d have to eat on the patio. Initially I was somewhat perturbed until I selected a fairly isolated part of the patio with a covered ceiling and two heaters. It was like having a private room! As seniors, having a quiet atmosphere to not only enjoy our meals but each others company was ideal. The inside of the restaurant was quite noisy so in the end this outside table was a huge score.

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  5. Karla

    VIP

    Orange County

    17 reviews

    5.0

    17 reviews

    Dined on January 10, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The service was spot on and the food was delicious. Our salmon appetizer was perfect for our table. We enjoyed sitting outside even though it seemed chilly, we were comfortable. The bread and bruschetta sauce was a nice touch. We’ll be back

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  6. John

    VIP

    Kansas City

    24 reviews

    5.0

    24 reviews

    Dined on January 7, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent spot. Food and service were both top notch. Very personable. Highly recommend it.

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  7. Phil

    VIP

    San Francisco

    80 reviews

    3.0

    80 reviews

    Dined on January 5, 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 4
    A nice small Italian restaurant on the main boulevard in Palm Springs. Our seating was a but cramped but romantic for us. The initial service was prompt, but our waiter was frantic with what seemed like too many other tables for the night. If not for the very attentive bus table team, the night would have been a disappointment. They were great, packaging up, and temporarily storing our leftovers while we had our meals. My steak was very good and well spiced. My wife was disappointed with her pasta, calling it tomatoe sauce poured over noodles, lacking flavor. The outdoor tables could be a delight with a warm evening meal with lots of people watching on the promenade.
    Al denteResponded on January 6, 2025
    Thank you for taking the time to share your detailed feedback. We're glad you enjoyed the romantic atmosphere and appreciated the efforts of our bus team—they truly do go above and beyond to enhance our guests' experience. We’re also thrilled to hear you enjoyed your steak, but we’re sorry your wife’s pasta did not meet her expectations. Our goal is to deliver flavorful and memorable dishes for every guest, and we regret that we fell short in this instance. We’d love the opportunity to welcome you both back and ensure a much better experience. Please don’t hesitate to let us know if something doesn’t feel right during your next visit. Thank you again for your feedback, and we hope to see you on a warm evening soon for some delightful people-watching on the patio!

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  8. Alan

    VIP

    Palm Springs

    58 reviews

    5.0

    58 reviews

    Dined on January 4, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Great Food. Good Service. Diverse Menu! Love the Bread, Tomatoes and Garlic!!

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  9. Dennis

    VIP

    Sacramento

    2 reviews

    3.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on January 3, 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Service was great. Food was good but nothing beyond predictable Italian
    Al denteResponded on January 6, 2025
    Thank you for dining with us and for sharing your feedback! We're thrilled to hear you enjoyed the service provided by our team. We strive to deliver a memorable dining experience, and we’re sorry to hear the food didn’t exceed your expectations. Next time, please don’t hesitate to let our staff know in the moment—we’d be more than happy to address any concerns or suggestions right away to ensure your visit is exceptional. We truly value your input and hope to welcome you back soon!

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  10. Stan

    VIP

    San Francisco

    50 reviews

    5.0

    50 reviews

    Dined on December 29, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Always good food, the lasagna was excellent, great patio, very friendly and welcoming! A neighborhood gem!!!

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FAQs

Al dente does offer delivery in partnership with Uber Eats. Al dente also offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (760) 325-1160.

Al dente is rated 4.7 stars by 1104 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 20 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Al dente

491 N Palm Canyon Dr, Palm Springs, CA 92262

Additional information

  • Cross street
    W. Alejo Road /Private Lot entrance of W. Alejo Rd. May enter through back
  • Neighborhood
    Palm Springs
  • Hours of operation
    Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 4:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Italian, Mediterranean, Vegetarian / Vegan
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Resort Casual
  • Parking details
    Parking lot in rear of restaurant. Entrance from Alejo RD. Back entrance into Al Dente from parking lot.Street parking on both Alejo RD and in front of Al Dente on N.Palm Canyon DR.
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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