Wildest Restaurant + Bar, Palm Desert, CA

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Wildest Restaurant + Bar

4.5

699 Reviews

$31 to $50

Californian

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PHILOSOPHY
WILDEST’S DYNAMIC FOOD originates in wild-caught fish, local pasture-raised and grass-fed poultry and beef, as well as plant-based meals that promise to be flavorful options to those who choose to eat meat-free. There are zero hormones and steroids in their proteins, as the restaurant strives to be cruelty free and supports local organic, biodynamic and sustainable farms. Provisions not made in house will be sourced from the coolest epicureans.

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Party Size

2 people

DateTime

Jun 28, 2022

7:00 PM

Booked 5 times today

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Dining style
Casual Dining
Cuisines
Californian, Seafood, Vegetarian
Hours of operation
Dinner Wed–Sun 4:30 pm–8:30 pm
Phone number
(760) 636-0441
Website
http://www.wildestrestaurant.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, MasterCard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Executive chef
Gladis Lizarraga

Location
72990 El Paseo Ste 3 Palm Desert, CA 92260
Neighborhood
Palm Desert
Cross street
Monterey/El Paseo
Parking details
Public Lot
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Delivery, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Popular dishes

Vadouvan Spiced Roasted Carrots*$13.00
with lemon-sumac cream / toasted pistachios
Crispy Cauliflower Florets*$16.00
with cashew parmesan / coconut milk ranch & buffalo
Dungeness Crab Cake*$17.00
lemon & crystallized ginger aioli / fennel apple / & toasted almond salad
Shanghai Shrimp$15.00
lightly fried / spicy gochujang sauce / orange segments / lime wasabi aioli / watercress
Ahi Tuna Tartare*$18.00
with avocado / mango papaya salad / sweet chili lime emulsion / furikake seasoning / plantain and sweet potato chips / micro cilantro
Duck Confit Tacos (2)$17.00
slow cook shredded duck / pickle red onion / micro cilantro / cotija cheese / green avocado salsa
Trumpet Mushroom Calamari*$18.00
lightly breaded / crushed tomato sauce / lime wasabi aioli / microgreens / furikake
Peruvian Style Shrimp$16.00
poached shrimp / mango papaya salad / watermelon radish / shaved jalapenos / micro cilantro / mango aji amarillo sauce

Salads + Bowls

Wildest Caesar
Romaine hearts / baby kale / shaved grana padana / white anchovies / lemon wedge / olive oil croutons / parsley
- Full$15.00
Mediterranean Plant Based Caesar
Romaine hearts / radicchio, / crispy chickpeas / feta cheese /cucumber/ baby heirloom tomato/ lemon wedge / caesar dressing
- Full$15.00
Candy Stripe & Gold Beet*$16.00
Baby mixed greens / goat cheese / candied pecans / coachella valley dates/ balsamic grape vinaigrette
Maine Lobster Niçoise$31.00
Artisan Lettuce / pewee potatoes / haricot verts / kalamata olives / baby heirloom tomato/ hard boil egg/ meyer lemon vinaigrette
Thai Quinoa Sesame Salad
with Thai-quinoa mix / broccoli / romaine/ shaved savoy cabbage julienned peppers / red cabbage / cucumbers / edamame/ carrots and white miso vinaigrette
- Full$15.00

Soups & Broths

Beef Bone Broth$10.00
seasonal flavor
Spinach & Kale Soup$10.00
with olive oil croutons / spinach / kale / potato / zucchini / celery / garlic
Curried Butternut Squash Soup*$10.00
With crispy spiced pepita & chickpeas / plant based creme fraiche / micro grens.

Main Entrees

From the Land

Porcini Char-Spiced Grass Fed Rib Eye Steak$50.00
12 oz grassfed wagyu ribeye/ with crispy herb fries
All Natural Braised Beef Short Ribs$39.00
balsamic pomegranate sauce / roasted citrus carrots / brussel sprouts / micro greens/ dates
Grass Fed Filet Mignon$48.00
with wilted spinach / mushrooms / fingerling potato / fig red wine reduction / micro greens
Free Range Chicken Scallopini$32.00
With roasted fingerling potato / carrots / lemon caper sauce / fresh herbs

From the Land - Add a Side

Crispy Herb Fries$8.00
Sweet Potato Fries$8.00
Seasonal Vegetables$8.00
Truffle Fries$12.00

From the Sea

Pan Seared King Salmon$38.00
with black lentis / broccolini / cauliflower / swiis chard-spinach- kale mix / orange segments / smoked citrus sauce / micro greens
Sautéed Chilean Sea Bass$42.00
wild bok choy / mushrooms / broccolini / shaved beets / scallions / white miso ginger sauce
Pan Seared Scallops$38.00
with swiss chard/ capers / sun dried tomato/ cauliflower / artichokes hearts / brown butter lemon sauce
Clam and Shrimp Pasta$38.00
with baby heirloom tomato / tiger shrimp / spinach / black ink linguini / capers/ chili flakes / lemon wine sauce

From the Plants

Chile Relleno$24.00
stuffed with Jackfruit Carnitas style / plant based cheese / guajillo enchilada sauce / sour cream / black Beans / red onion micro cilantro
Sauteed Plant Based Scallops*$26.00
king oyster mushroom / pea puree / okinawa sweet potato / crispy chickpeas / tamarind apple essence / micro greens / furikake spice
Roasted Cauliflower Steaks$24.00
with beluga lentils / spinach / roasted bell pepper / butternut squash / Moroccan curry sauce
Grilled Vegetable Platter & Spreads$24.00
with broccolini / baby heirloom tomatoes / eggplant/ mushrooms / squash/ hummus with roasted red pepper tapanade/ harissa sauce / Vegetarian lavash

Add a Side

Grilled Chicken$8.00
King Salmon$12.00
Sautee Red Shrimp$8.00
Plant Based Meatballs$8.00
Crispy Plant Based Chicken$8.00
Plant Based Chicken$8.00
Pan Seared Tofu$8.00

What 699 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.5

4.5 based on recent ratings

4.5Food
4.5Service
4.4Ambience
4.2Value

Noise • Moderate

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Palm Springs / Palm Desert Cities
Fit for Foodies
Palm Springs / Palm Desert Cities
Healthy
Palm Springs / Palm Desert Cities
Californian
Palm Springs / Palm Desert
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TomJ
Los Angeles
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
Love this place
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wildest
Los Angeles
9 reviews
vip
5.0
9 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience4
I was so impressed with this place! Delicious food and so many options for vegans. Will definitely be back.
S
Stephluvsfood
Los Angeles
69 reviews
vip
5.0
69 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great experience. The short ribs and filet were delicious, and the salmon was very good. Great Caesars salad.
OT
OpenTable Diner
San Francisco
13 reviews
vip
5.0
13 reviews
Dined 3 days ago
overall5food5service3ambience5
They were super flexible in moving our large party reservation last minute. Food was amazing. We had the ahi tuna, cauliflower, carrots and shrimp from the appetizer menu. All delicious but super props on the cauliflower. Entrees we’re great. Wonderful atmosphere. The service was a tad slow but not unbearable.
PS
PSDiner19
San Francisco
18 reviews
vip
3.0
18 reviews
Dined 5 days ago
overall3food3service3ambience3
This was our third trip to Wildest for dinner. We brought another couple and ordered fries for the entire table after telling them how fabulous Wildest's shoestring fries are. They no longer have them, only regular thin fries which were fairly limp. Everyone did enjoy their meal or at least they said they did so we may come back at some point. We were just very disappointed.
AB
AnneB
Central Coast
12 reviews
5.0
12 reviews
Dined 5 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience4
great bartender, Dennis, wonderful apps and main courses. trumpet mushrooms and scallops. Outstanding The only improvement I would offer is the weak welcome at the hostess podium. uninspiring I been there 5 times and never pleasant and should be
AH
AmyH
1 review
1.0
1 review
Dined on June 19, 2022
overall1food1service1ambience1
We unfortunately had to leave because there was an overwhelming smell of sewer. We were really looking forward to dining here but stayed for a mere 5 minutes because we couldn’t take the smell.
RF
RobertF
Los Angeles
14 reviews
vip
5.0
14 reviews
Dined on June 19, 2022
overall5food4service5ambience4
Loved the plant-based menu!! We’ll be back!
S
Sheue
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on June 18, 2022
overall5food5service4ambience5
Wildest is my favorite restaurant in the desert. They have such beautiful, well thought out dishes with more sustainably grown or raised ingredients. Menu has a lot of desirable vegan and gluten free options. It’s healthy fine dining.
OT
OpenTable Diner
Palm Springs
9 reviews
5.0
9 reviews
Dined on June 18, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
The food was Great. The drinks were fantastic and Our Waitress Grace was so helpful for picking up the right food. Specially the appetizers. She complemented the night with her positive attitude and smiley face.
KC
KCKid
Palm Springs
2 reviews
vip
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on June 17, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great unique menu items with something for everyone.
j
jslimopen
Orange County
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on June 13, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
First time it was fantastic our server Grace was great and the food very well made we will make this our preferred restaurant
LQ
LQFoodie
Palm Springs
42 reviews
4.0
42 reviews
Dined on June 11, 2022
overall4food5service5ambience4
A really good place to eat. Inside, the décor is modern, sophisticated, and underplayed. We don't prefer the high tables that are in much greater abundance than anywhere else I can remember, but the conventional tables were available as well. We were there on a Friday during Restaurant Week. Still, it was not crowded at all. Our server told us the special menu was selected from main one, but the portions were somewhat smaller. Still, I thought the main menu could have had a greater variety of entrees. The appetizer, calamari and mushrooms, was wonderful. The Caesar salad was cold and fresh. The sea bass was a little plain, but fine. The veggie ravioli in what I call a meatless ragu sauce is worth coming back for. Outstanding. And the chocolate mousse desert slid right down. Prices were fair. Did not evaluate the wine list. They are not on the Wine Vault program so I drank at home.
RS
RestaurantSophisticate14
Palm Springs
47 reviews
vip
5.0
47 reviews
Dined on June 11, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
High quality fresh food and fabulous service.
OT
OpenTable Diner
Vancouver
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on June 10, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
I enjoyed my experience. I’d go back.
JA
JAYDEE
Palm Springs
7 reviews
5.0
7 reviews
Dined on June 9, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Heard favorable things about Wildest but wasn't expecting the expansive space, gorgeous decor, exquisite service, expansive menu, tasty cuisine. Do NOT underestimate this new(er) Palm Desert establishment!
MR
MelanieR
Los Angeles
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined on June 6, 2022
overall3food3service2ambience5
Difficult communication with our server, and 2nd time such has been the case. Not the same servers, either. Squid Ink Pasta wasn’t as good as previous visit either.
ME
MaryEllen28
Palm Springs
13 reviews
5.0
13 reviews
Dined on June 6, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Amazing service, delicious food!! Would definitely return for fabulous meal!
C
Chuck
Palm Springs
17 reviews
vip
5.0
17 reviews
Dined on June 5, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Amazed at the quality, presentation, and flavors of every dish we tried!! We weren't sure what to expect based on the name or the website write up but we found the menu descriptions very interesting. The variety and breadth of the dishes is quite surprising. And when we tasted the food we couldn't believe how delicious every bite was. We have eaten at some of the best restaurants in over 60 countries and the flavors and experiences at Wildest were on par with many of them! A real desert treat!!
GF
GaleF
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on June 5, 2022
overall4food4service4ambience4
Great food, the Cadillac Margaritas were fantastic, although it was a little noisy-the energy was exciting. My guest was impressed with everything, we will return!
SN
SharonN
Palm Springs
44 reviews
vip
5.0
44 reviews
Dined on June 5, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
We love Wildest. We came years ago before Covid. Then when they joined wine vault we tried it again. We have been twice in 10 days and brought friends yesterday who loved it too. The best waitress Page waits on us ! Love her! Cannot wait to go back.❤️
C
Chaz
Palm Springs
29 reviews
vip
5.0
29 reviews
Dined on June 2, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
As usual Wildest Restaurant exceeds expectations!!
OT
OpenTable Diner
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on May 30, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
It was our first time and a fantastic experience! The service was excellent, the meal was delicious and the evening was wonderful! We are excited to return soon with friends!!!
p
piston
Orange County
27 reviews
vip
2.0
27 reviews
Dined on May 29, 2022
overall2food2service4ambience3
Disappoitment for sure. Chicken and Waffles was a poor choice. Very bland chicken, no seasoning. Syrup delivered in the plastic container??? Seems odd for $22. Beignets made us both sick all afternoon. Something in that batter or oil. We eat this type of food often. Unfortunately, we cannot recommend or visit again when we are in this area.
OT
OpenTable Diner
Palm Springs
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined on May 29, 2022
overall3food3service5ambience5
The interior of the restaurant is beautiful! They did an amazing jon! The beet salad was awesome! The waffle was nothing special and the fact it was served with a portion cup of Smuckers syrup was a turn off! This syrup is low quality and full oh high fructose corn syrup. I expected to be served real maple syrup or would not have ordered it. There was very little Avocado on the toast. With the high cost of goods I would rather pay more than have less quality. I might go for dinner at some point but not sure after this experience
SR
StephanieR
Orange County
11 reviews
vip
3.0
11 reviews
Dined on May 28, 2022
overall3food4service2ambience4
Our third or fourth visit and disappointing -- drinks were very slow to arrive (both rounds) and server ordered wrong dish for one of us. But they brought the correct dish as quickly as they could and apologized profusely. Wines are expensive by the glass but good quality stuff. This is a nice restaurant, great decor and ambiance, not inexpensive, but we were dismayed by the fact that some diners were VERY casually dressed and there were several toddler-age children in the dining room on a Friday night. Didn't feel like an adult night out to us.
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Eddie
Seattle
11 reviews
5.0
11 reviews
Dined on May 26, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
We had the sea bass, salmon, filet and short rib. All were very good. The beet salad was also very good. The food was served quickly but we were allowed as much time as we wanted to dine. The service was attentive but not too much. The ambiance was very nice with an urban, hip feel.
OT
OpenTable Diner
London
13 reviews
vip
5.0
13 reviews
Dined on May 23, 2022
overall5food3service5ambience5
Food was excellent except the steak which was over cooked Very good place to eat in dessert
OT
OpenTable Diner
Vancouver
6 reviews
5.0
6 reviews
Dined on May 22, 2022
overall5food5service4ambience4
Very creative menu. Everything was great! Definitely the place for your vegan friends. Only complaint was noise level (especially with the live music). Liked it better without the music (as good as it was). Will definitely be back!!
NC
NatalieC
Palm Springs
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on May 21, 2022
overall5food4service5ambience5
Definitely will return. Wished they would serve a gluten free pasta with veggies.
DG
DeborahG
San Diego
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on May 21, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
We were a party of 6 and everyone loved their dinner. We really like the decor of the restaurant too. We like sitting at the back of the restaurant. Quieter and enjoyable to be able to talk and hear everyone. Be back soon!
B
Beegrn
San Diego
16 reviews
5.0
16 reviews
Dined on May 20, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Service was excellent and the vegan /gluten free options were outstanding. I had the scallops and my vegan daughter had the vegan scallops and both were top notch. The vegan chocolate cake for desert was delicious.
CB
CyndieB
New England
14 reviews
5.0
14 reviews
Dined on May 19, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Food and menu = amazing! Wait staff impeccably trained. Wine list UNBELIEVABLE. In general a tad pricey (not everyday going out to dinner for us) but well worth it!
DC
DenaC
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on May 16, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
The entire experience at Wildest is magnificent every time! Highly recommended!
K
Kent
San Diego
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on May 15, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
First time at this restaurant. The vegan dishes are AMAZING! Unbelievable flavors. Dennis our waiter was wonderful. Great service.
OT
OpenTable Diner
Orange County
8 reviews
5.0
8 reviews
Dined on May 14, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
We were in town for a golf event and found this restaurant on Open Table. We were delighted with the decor, ambiance, service and food. The group’s favorites were: Buffalo cauliflower and Peruvian shrimp for starters. The beet salad, short ribs and filet mignon were scrumptious. For dessert their banana split version was delicious, great balance of tart and sweet, the upside down pineapple cake was great too. Drinks were strong and service was on point! Our big party enjoyed everything they had.
F
Fantastic
Los Angeles
25 reviews
vip
5.0
25 reviews
Dined on May 12, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Excellent food, service, one of the best restaurants in the desert! Must try!
KR
KennyR
Palm Springs
6 reviews
5.0
6 reviews
Dined on May 12, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Always, always…the most impressive and impeccable service, food, and ambiance. I LOVE THIS PLACE! For friends, for my work colleagues, and with my wife all the experiences have been phenomenal. The owner comes to speak every time I walk in, like she’s been knowing us for years—such a personal touch.
B
Bambi
Las Vegas
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on May 9, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
The food was tasty and the wait staff exceptional.
OT
OpenTable Diner
London
13 reviews
vip
4.0
13 reviews
Dined on May 8, 2022
overall4food5service5ambience5
Front of house was poor They had no diet coke Service was excellent along with food

Safety precautions

Cleaning & sanitizing
- Surfaces sanitized between seatings
- Digital, disposable or sanitized menu provided
- Contactless payment available
Physical distancing
- Distancing maintained in common areas
- Extra space between tables

Protective equipment
- Waitstaff wear masks
- Diners must wear masks unless eating or drinking
Screening
- Sick staff prohibited in the workplace

FAQs

Wildest Restaurant + Bar offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (760) 636-0441.

Wildest Restaurant + Bar is rated 4.5 stars by 699 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

Party Size

2 people

DateTime

Jun 28, 2022

7:00 PM

Booked 5 times today

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72990 El Paseo Ste 3 Palm Desert, CA 92260

Additional information

Cross street
Monterey/El Paseo
Neighborhood
Palm Desert
Hours of operation
Dinner Wed–Sun 4:30 pm–8:30 pm
Cuisines
Californian, Seafood, Vegetarian
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
Public Lot
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, MasterCard, Visa
Executive chef
Gladis Lizarraga
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Delivery, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://www.wildestrestaurant.com/
Phone number
(760) 636-0441

This restaurant now offers Takeout

Wildest Restaurant + Bar

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Takeout from OpenTableNew

Additional information

Pan Seared Scallops

Trumpet Mushroom Calamari

Crispy Cauliflower Florets

Start

Vadouvan Spiced Roasted Carrots*$13.00

Crispy Cauliflower Florets*$16.00

Dungeness Crab Cake*$17.00

Shanghai Shrimp$15.00

Ahi Tuna Tartare*$18.00

Duck Confit Tacos (2)$17.00

Trumpet Mushroom Calamari*$18.00

Peruvian Style Shrimp$16.00

Salads + Bowls

Wildest Caesar

Mediterranean Plant Based Caesar

Candy Stripe & Gold Beet*$16.00

Maine Lobster Niçoise$31.00

Thai Quinoa Sesame Salad

Soups & Broths

Beef Bone Broth$10.00

Spinach & Kale Soup$10.00

Curried Butternut Squash Soup*$10.00

Main Entrees

From the Land

Porcini Char-Spiced Grass Fed Rib Eye Steak$50.00

All Natural Braised Beef Short Ribs$39.00

Grass Fed Filet Mignon$48.00

Free Range Chicken Scallopini$32.00

From the Land - Add a Side

Crispy Herb Fries$8.00

Sweet Potato Fries$8.00

Seasonal Vegetables$8.00

Truffle Fries$12.00

From the Sea

Pan Seared King Salmon$38.00

Sautéed Chilean Sea Bass$42.00

Pan Seared Scallops$38.00

Clam and Shrimp Pasta$38.00

From the Plants

Chile Relleno$24.00

Sauteed Plant Based Scallops*$26.00

Roasted Cauliflower Steaks$24.00

Grilled Vegetable Platter & Spreads$24.00

Add a Side

Grilled Chicken$8.00

King Salmon$12.00

Sautee Red Shrimp$8.00

Plant Based Meatballs$8.00

Crispy Plant Based Chicken$8.00

Plant Based Chicken$8.00

Pan Seared Tofu$8.00

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