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Morgan's in the Desert, La Quinta, CA

Morgan's in the Desert

4.6
4.6
2958 Reviews
$50 and over
Contemporary American

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 50 times today
Experiences are available.
  • Romantic
  • Good for special occasions
  • Good for business meals
Morgan’s in the desert showcases contemporary American cuisine inspired by the bounty of the Coachella Valley. We source the region’s top products – and craft them with traditional cooking methods – to bring you deliciously simple and healthy dishes.

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Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Fine Dining
  • Price
    $50 and over
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary American, Farm-to-table
  • Hours of operation
    Bar Mon–Thu, Sun 4:30 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:30 pm–11:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–9:30 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (760) 564-7600
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Resort Casual
  • Executive chef
    Andrew Cooper
  • Catering
    For Private Dining and Large Parties please contact Nancy Garvey at (760) 564-5738.
  • Private party facilities
    Dining at La Quinta Resort feeds the senses. The aromatic essences of freshly prepared, locally sourced ingredients emanate from richly colorful dishes that are a feast for the eyes. Whatever your taste in dining, La Quinta Resort serves an unforgettable experience.
  • Private party contact
    Nancy Garvey: (760) 564-5738
  • Neighborhood
    La Quinta
  • Cross street
    Washington Street and Eisenhower Drive
  • Parking details
    Complimentary Valet and Self Parking.
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

  • Tree Lighting Ceremony

    $125.00 per person

    Dec 1, 2024 only
    Sunday, December 1, 2024 Experience the magic of the holidays at La Quinta Resort & Club's annual tree lighting ceremony. Gather with Friends and family to witness the illumination of the tallest Christmas tree in the Coachella Valley. This enchanting event will feature live entertainment, delectable treats and a festive atmosphere that will captivate all ages. Immerse yourself in the holiday spirit as you stroll through the beautiful, decorated resort; sip on warm beverages and savor the sweet taste of the holiday season.
    Tree Lighting Ceremony Photo
  • Morgan's Wine Dinner Featuring BARNETT VINEYARDS

    $195.00 per person

    Dec 4, 2024 only
    Wednesday, December 4, 2024. Morgan's has curated a special menu perfectly pairing BARNETT Wines with Morgan's culinary specialties. Endive Salad with Roquefort Cheese and Arugula, Parmigiano Crisp, Toasted Black Walnuts, Aperol Vinaigrette CHARDONNAY SANGIACOMO VINEYARD CARNEROS 2022 Quail Egg Ravioli Porcini Mushroom Sauce, Parmesan Foam PINOT NOIR TINA MARIE VINEYARDS GREEN VALLEY OF THE RUSSIAN RIVER 2022 Bistecca A La Fiorentina Spinach Purée, Blistered Heirloom Tomatoes, Parmesan Tuile, Cabernet Sauvignon Reduction CABERNET SAUVIGNON SPRING MOUNTAIN DISTRICT NAPA VALLEY 2021 Dessert Classic Venetian Tiramisu, Espresso Savoiardi, Coffee Caramel Gel MERLOT SPRING MOUNTAIN DISTRICT NAPA VALLEY 2021
    Morgan's Wine Dinner Featuring BARNETT VINEYARDS Photo
  • Morgan's Wine Dinner - Featuring GRGICH HILLS

    $195.00 per person

    Jan 15, 2025 only
    Wednesday, January 15, 2025. Morgan's has curated a special menu perfectly pairing GRGICH HILLS Wines with Morgan's culinary specialties. Sumac Crusted Ahi Tuna Dragon Fruit, Blood Orange & Tangerine Reduction, Leek Powder GRGICH HILLS ESTATE NAPA VALLEY SAUVIGNON BLANC 2022 Hokkaido Scallop Celery Root Raviolo, Crispy Beet, Tarragon Bearnaise GRGICH HILLS ESTATE NAPA VALLEY CHARDONNAY 2012 Date Crusted Venison Tenderloin Salsify & Chanterelle Mushroom Ragoût, Red Quinoa, Ginger Infused Venison Jus GRGICH HILLS ESTATE YOUNTVILLE OLD VINE CABERNET 2012 GRGICH HILLS ESTATE NAPA VALLEY CABERNET 2013 Dessert Ube Cheesecake, Sago Crisp, Strawberry Sorbet GRGICH HILLS ESTATE NAPA VALLEY VIOLETTA LATE HARVEST DESSERT WINE
    Morgan's Wine Dinner - Featuring GRGICH HILLS Photo

What 2,958 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.6
4.6 based on recent ratings
  • 4.6Food
  • 4.6Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.2Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Palm Springs / Palm Desert Cities

    Great for fine wines

  • Palm Springs / Palm Desert Cities

    Romantic

  • Palm Springs / Palm Desert Cities

    Contemporary American

  • Palm Springs / Palm Desert

    Great for fine wines

  • Palm Springs / Palm Desert

    Romantic

  • Palm Springs / Palm Desert

    Contemporary American

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Morgan's in the Desert offers a sublime dining experience with "excellent food" and "great service" in a "beautiful setting." Guests rave about the filet mignon and crab cakes, while the ambience and live music create a charming atmosphere. Although a bit pricey, it's a "must-visit" for special occasions in La Quinta.

2,959 Reviews
  1. Carol

    San Francisco

    45 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    45 reviews

    Dined today

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Fabulous as always. The patio is such a fun place to eat. Thanks Salvador.

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  2. Tammie

    Orange County

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Food and service was exceptional. Risotto with shrimp and salted caramel gelato were both both fabulous

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  3. Emmanuel

    Palm Springs

    38 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    38 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great evening at Morgan’s our server Javier is friendly and knowledgeable food and wine recommendations were excellent.

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  4. david

    San Francisco

    13 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    13 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Lovely atmosphere, attentive staff but not enough choices for entrees and same ones from 6 mos ago. Ended up having appetizers and can’t recommend them. The service was amazing though. Great waitress with impeccable professionalism.

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  5. Amanda

    Portland

    2 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Delicious food and excellent service. Our waitress, Marilyn, was outstanding.

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  6. Brett

    Philadelphia

    20 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    20 reviews

    Dined on November 13, 2024

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Beautiful restaurant at the La Quinta Resort. Service was very good and overall a pleasant meal with my wife while attending a conference at the hotel (convenient). Food was good but not great.

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  7. Gregg

    Minneapolis

    15 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    15 reviews

    Dined on November 13, 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 4
    Expect slow service…we waited the better part of an hour for our food.

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  8. Fillmore

    Orange County

    25 reviews

    3.0

    25 reviews

    Dined on November 13, 2024

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    The overall experience was good, just not as good as I had expected from the reviews and ratings that I had read. The atmosphere was elegant. And the food was well prepared, but nothing was imaginative or outstanding.

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  9. Don

    Palm Springs

    3 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on November 9, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Our dinner with friends was absolutely exceptional. We ate outside on their beautiful patio. It was quite chilly outside, but with their patio heaters, it was totally comfortable. Another benefit of eating on the patio was that we were able to converse easily with our guests. There was no noisy inside restaurant echos, nor were we trying to talk over the interior entertainment. Beautiful property. The food was done to perfection: pork chop, short ribs and a filet mignon. Our waiter, “Marilyn” was awesome, very attentive and just a lovely person. Do put Morgan’s on your must try list!

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  10. Leslie

    Los Angeles

    21 reviews

    4.0

    21 reviews

    Dined on November 4, 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 5
    I so wanted this birthday celebration to be as fabulous as it has been when I have dined at Morgan’s in the Desert in the past. Unfortunately, there were some hiccups. It started out as silly little things they forgot, but then it went to a mistake in an order, way too much time between giving us a menu and taking our drink order, food being described differently than when it arrived, and service that was OK but not over the top like it was in the past. The five of us spent four hours there and the bill was over $500. Don’t get me wrong, the restaurant is beautiful and the menu inventive.

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FAQs

Morgan's in the Desert offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (760) 564-7600.

Morgan's in the Desert is rated 4.6 stars by 2958 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 50 times today
Experiences are available.

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Morgan's in the Desert

49-499 Eisenhower Drive, La Quinta, CA 92253

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross street
    Washington Street and Eisenhower Drive
  • Neighborhood
    La Quinta
  • Hours of operation
    Bar Mon–Thu, Sun 4:30 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:30 pm–11:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–9:30 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Price
    $50 and over
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary American, Farm-to-table
  • Dining style
    Fine Dining
  • Dress code
    Resort Casual
  • Parking details
    Complimentary Valet and Self Parking.
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Andrew Cooper
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
    (760) 564-7600
  • Catering
    For Private Dining and Large Parties please contact Nancy Garvey at (760) 564-5738.
  • Private party facilities
    Dining at La Quinta Resort feeds the senses. The aromatic essences of freshly prepared, locally sourced ingredients emanate from richly colorful dishes that are a feast for the eyes. Whatever your taste in dining, La Quinta Resort serves an unforgettable experience.
  • Private party contact
    Nancy Garvey: (760) 564-5738
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