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Castelli's, Palm Desert, CA
Castelli's, Palm Desert, CA
Castelli's, Palm Desert, CA
Castelli's, Palm Desert, CA
Castelli's, Palm Desert, CA

Castelli's

4.8
4.8
4106 Reviews
$31 to $50
Italian
Named by Zagat Survey America’s 1,000 top Italian restaurants. Enter the doors of Castelli’s and you’ll believe you have just stepped into a small bistro in romantic Tuscany.

No baseball hats, no tank tops and no flip flops.
Womens designer hats are allowed.


* As of Jan 31, 2023, Castelli's is no longer accepting the $25.00 Hanson's Garage Door Gift Certificates.
**The promotion has expired**

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2 people

10:00 p.m.


Booked 55 times today
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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Fine Dining
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Italian, Steak, Seafood
  • Hours of Operation
    Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (760) 773-3365
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress Code
    Smart Casual
  • Executive Chef
    Victor Martin
  • Catering
    We cater wedding receptions, private parties, or any occasion.
  • Private party facilities
    Castelli’s Ristorante’s elegant dining rooms offer the perfect setting for holiday parties, client appreciation, sporting events, birthdays, presentations. Our newest VIP room on 2nd floor features 65"TV, balcony, fireplace & restroom. View prix fixed banquet menu's and wine list castellis.net
  • Private party contact
    Linda O'Melia: (760) 773-3365
  • Neighbourhood
    Palm Desert
  • Cross Street
    Monterey Ave.
  • Parking Details
    Complimentary valet parking.
  • Entertainment
    Nightly live piano/vocals with Patrick Tuzzolino or Joe Jaggi 6PM.
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Corkage Fee, Entertainment, Full Bar, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 4,106 people are saying

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
  • 4.9Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.5Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Palm Springs / Palm Desert Cities

    Best Overall

  • Palm Springs / Palm Desert Cities

    Best Food

  • Palm Springs / Palm Desert Cities

    Best Service

  • Palm Springs / Palm Desert Cities

    Good for business meals

  • Palm Springs / Palm Desert Cities

    Italian

  • Palm Springs / Palm Desert

    Best Overall

  • Palm Springs / Palm Desert

    Best Food

  • Palm Springs / Palm Desert

    Best Service

  • Palm Springs / Palm Desert

    Good for business meals

  • Palm Springs / Palm Desert

    Italian

4,106 Reviews
  1. OpenTable Diner

    San Francisco

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 1 day ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We love this restaurant! Great food & service! Miguel is the best!

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  2. BronxBoy

    Los Angeles

    38 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    38 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    overall5food4service5ambience5
    I hadn’t been back to Castellis since before Covid, I miss this place. Old school world and charm, attentive service, good food. Hard to find a place that has good veal and actually knows how to make a martini, with the piano player in the backdrop….Jaime a great server.

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  3. ChuckS

    Los Angeles

    12 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    12 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    overall5food3service5ambience4
    Excellent service from Mimo. He made our night an excellent experience.

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  4. Frenchconnectionguy

    Los Angeles

    5 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Our waiter, Nino, was one of the best waiters I’ve encountered in many years. He reminded me of the high level of service of yesteryear. Wonderful experience!

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  5. Katie

    Portland

    34 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    34 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    overall4food4service4ambience4
    Dine here each year, and pleased with the meals.

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  6. Italianfoodlover

    San Diego

    33 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    33 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Outstanding food, service, overall experience. The pork chops are delicious (I ordered 1, not 2) and the pasta done perfectly. The garlic bread is the best. Waitstaff is almost too attentive--appeared at the table as soon as the fork was set down to whisk away the plates. But they're all so polite and pleasant that it's hard to say anything negative. Overall great experience!

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  7. GlitterG

    Los Angeles

    28 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    28 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Completely fabulous. Can’t wait to go again. Best Italian food I’ve had in a long long time. Everything was delicious. And the restaurant was clean. I always appreciate that.

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  8. Elizabeth

    New York Area

    24 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    24 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The best service and food in PS ++ Thank you for always 100%!

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  9. UniMove

    Los Angeles

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    You know the cliche: "You win some, you lose some." Eating at the same old haunts can be a bit depressing, but what's worse, trying something new and it being awful, or just so-so. Well Castelli's was, for us, that one in ten "try something new" experience that is not just okay, but fantastic. I've worked at 4-star restaurants, so I know a thing or two about top-notch service, but this place taught me a few more things. I have missed the "Ladies First" rule. It makes me wince when waitstaff at supposed nice restaurants get this wrong. But from wine recommendations to the bill, every detail was outstanding. Wish Castelli's was in my neighborhood; we'd be there regularly.

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  10. GeorgeC

    Chicago

    31 reviews

    5.0

    31 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    By far, one of the best restaurants in the Desert. One of our favorites. The food is delicious and the staff and service is outstanding! Don’t miss the chance to dine at Castelli’s when you’re in the Desert! It will become a favorite.

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  11. OpenTable Diner

    Palm Springs

    107 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    107 reviews

    Dined on November 23, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
     Castellas is my favorite restaurant in the valley. It’s always the best food, the best service and the atmosphere is like coming home.

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  12. OpenTable Diner

    Palm Springs

    48 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    48 reviews

    Dined on November 23, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    This was our best experience so far at this restaurant. We were seated in the front solarium area and it was great. Our waiter was Jacko and he was fun and very attentive to our party of four. All the food was delicious. Everybody enjoyed their meals which included steak and salmon and lobster and salad. It was my husband‘s birthday and the waiters sang happy birthday and presented a sumptuous piece of spamoni ice cream to him which made it very fun. Thank you Castelli’s.

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  13. MelD

    San Francisco

    6 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on November 23, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Castelli’s is our favorite restaurant. We have dinner there every couple of months. The people are friendly, the food is great and we make wonderful memories every time we go.

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  14. DarrenG

    San Diego

    15 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    15 reviews

    Dined on November 23, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Always wonderful! Service is impeccable, food is off the charts.

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  15. Chug

    New York Area

    3 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on November 23, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Love Castelli’s and did not disappoint us. Great food, service and ambience. My favorite in Palm Desert.

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  16. Cdr11111

    Edmonton

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on November 23, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Excellent food and quick service. Staff were attentive and prices reasonable. It wasn’t too loud so we had a chance to visit during the meal…overall a wonderful evening!

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  17. WayneS

    Los Angeles

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on November 22, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Great atmosphere with the pianist playing good uplifting music. The servers were friendly and helpful. I had the Osso Bucco and it was so tender and tasty. Will visit again for sure.

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  18. OpenTable Diner

    Seattle

    1 review

    2.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 22, 2023

    overall2food5service1ambience3
    It took 20 minutes before someone waited on us. Service was slow

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  19. Lurkinc

    Los Angeles

    41 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    41 reviews

    Dined on November 22, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    This is one of my two favorite Italian places in the valley. The food is superb. Their Fettuccine Alfredo IS as good as being in Italy. Their Veal Piccatina was thin and exquisite, and, it was of the highest quality. There are three different dining experiences here, depending upon where you are sitting. It is less noisy in the front patio.

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  20. Clover

    Los Angeles

    10 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    10 reviews

    Dined on November 21, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    What a beautiful evening! When you enter the restaurant you feel like you've been transported back in time to a NYC traditional Italian restaurant with a piano player greeting you. Waiters and staff still wear the black suits and ties. No worries though as a patron. You can still feel comfy in your sneakers. For a Monday night prior to Thanksgiving, it seemed to be a very busy place. Very short wait time. We made a reservation late, but were still accommodated. The food was absolutely delicious, very savory. We had osso buco which was flavorful and tender. And, we had one of the specials (lamb, beef and shrimps) which was delightful. The service was impeccable. They were very attentive. Overall, this was one of my favorite spots in Palm Desert. Would highly recommend. We'll be back!

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  21. CameronD

    Dallas

    7 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on November 21, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    This is one of our favorite places in Palm Springs. We come here every year. We get treated like kings and queens. It’s not inexpensive but worth every penny!

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  22. MicheleM

    Palm Springs

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on November 21, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Miguel and serving staff excellent. Food and ambience excellent, as well. Had a wonderful birthday celebration.

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  23. RitaG

    Los Angeles

    8 reviews

    4.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on November 20, 2023

    overall4food4service5ambience4
    Our server, Jack, was excellent. The food was very good. The ambience was good, with a nice piano bar. A very enjoyable evening!

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  24. JoeA

    Palm Springs

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on November 20, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We love the food, restaurant and the staff. We highly recommend to everyone who likes to have good time.

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  25. Richard

    Palm Springs

    20 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    20 reviews

    Dined on November 19, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Everything was perfect. Sauces extremely delicious. Service always at its best. Will be back soon.

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  26. OpenTable Diner

    Los Angeles

    14 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    14 reviews

    Dined on November 19, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Wonderful food and excellent service! Definitely a find in Cathedral City!

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  27. OpenTable Diner

    Los Angeles

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on November 18, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience3
    Amazing experience as always. The staff goes out of their way to make your dining experience memorable. One of our guests left their bag on the back of their chair, as we were walking to our car one of our waiters came running out to the car with the bag. Bravo!!!

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  28. OpenTable Diner

    San Francisco

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on November 18, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great restaurant in Palm Desert. Love this place and the food!

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  29. AJEB

    Los Angeles

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on November 18, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Always a great experience at Castelli’s. Great food and service…

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  30. MrMB22

    Columbus

    23 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    23 reviews

    Dined on November 18, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience3
    Great food & service bu too loud in. Porch area.. The food was great!

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  31. BrentH

    Ottawa

    30 reviews

    5.0

    30 reviews

    Dined on November 18, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    All aspects of the evening were exceptional. Started with the fast and friendly valet parking which is always much more convenient than scouting out a parking spot. We were seated promptly and the service the entire meal was perfect. We had a variety of dishes and they were all extremely well prepared. Highly recommend.

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  32. OpenTable Diner

    Chicago

    32 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    32 reviews

    Dined on November 18, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Fantastic food, great service and a throwback to fine dining experiences From the appetizers to the cocktails to the main course was as good as it gets

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  33. OpenTable Diner

    Palm Springs

    7 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on November 17, 2023

    overall4food5service5ambience5
    We have been fortunate to always receive exceptional Food and great service!

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  34. DavidW

    Palm Springs

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on November 17, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The best, highest quality Italian food in the valley....and who knew Martin Short would show up at the piano for a little Sinatra last night.....really fun.

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  35. Katie

    Portland

    74 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    74 reviews

    Dined on November 16, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    As always, our favorite, Italian restaurant in Palm Desert. Food was once again amazing, Service was impeccable, and the atmosphere is great!

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  36. LisaL

    Chicago

    311 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    311 reviews

    Dined on November 15, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We had an amazing dinner last night. We had a great bottle of wine with osso bucco and salmon. Everything was outstanding and fabulous service. Thanks

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  37. Axe14

    Las Vegas

    8 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on November 15, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The unique garlic bread is simply phenomenal. Always great service and is my go to spot for my birthday dinner.

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  38. SalG

    San Francisco

    11 reviews

    4.0

    11 reviews

    Dined on November 14, 2023

    overall4food5service5ambience4
    The server was very informative and answered all questions about the menu. The food was excellent and well prepared.

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  39. RobertW

    Los Angeles

    6 reviews

    2.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on November 13, 2023

    overall2food2service4ambience2
    Very loud and food was not as good as it use to be !

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  40. Lyssa

    Palm Springs

    42 reviews

    vip
    2.0

    42 reviews

    Dined on November 13, 2023

    overall2food2service2ambience2
    We were seated in the enclosed patio after requesting a quiet table im pretty sure we were near the loudest people in the place. We requested 2 separate checks and our waiter firmly replied ‘NO’. His pushy loud obese demeanor was very out of place…dinner was $200.00 a couple with 3 entrées, three salads, one stuffed mushroom appetizer and for drinks. Don’t bother going. There’s a better one down the street called Mimios

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FAQs

Castelli's is rated 4.8 stars by 4106 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people

10:00 p.m.


Booked 55 times today
Google Map for Castelli's

73098 Highway 111, Palm Desert, CA 92260

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    Monterey Ave.
  • Neighbourhood
    Palm Desert
  • Hours of Operation
    Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Italian, Steak, Seafood
  • Dining style
    Fine Dining
  • Dress Code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking Details
    Complimentary valet parking.
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Victor Martin
  • Entertainment
    Nightly live piano/vocals with Patrick Tuzzolino or Joe Jaggi 6PM.
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Corkage Fee, Entertainment, Full Bar, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
    (760) 773-3365
  • Catering
    We cater wedding receptions, private parties, or any occasion.
  • Private party facilities
    Castelli’s Ristorante’s elegant dining rooms offer the perfect setting for holiday parties, client appreciation, sporting events, birthdays, presentations. Our newest VIP room on 2nd floor features 65"TV, balcony, fireplace & restroom. View prix fixed banquet menu's and wine list castellis.net
  • Private party contact
    Linda O'Melia: (760) 773-3365
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