25 Essential La Quinta Institutions
From neighborhood classics to high-wire tasting rooms, these are the places shaping the modern dining identity of La Quinta.
Fisherman's Market & Grill
California
Local restaurant & fish-market chain offering a range of seafood dishes in a counter-serve setting.
Arnold Palmer's Restaurant
California
Classic steakhouse fare is served amid a memorabilia-covered dining room & practice putting green.
The Palms La Quinta
California
an everyday essential favorite for readers tracking La Quinta's most persuasive restaurant rooms, anchored by a Beam Score of 82.7.
Canton Bistro
La Quinta, California
Stylish restaurant & cocktail lounge presenting modern takes on traditional Chinese dishes.
Louise's Pantry
La Quinta, California
Veteran spot for diner-style comfort foods & pies with beer & wine in old-fashioned environs.
Rubio's Coastal Grill
La Quinta, California
Beach-themed chain known for Baja-style fish tacos & Mexican-inspired seafood entrees.
Broken Yolk Cafe
La Quinta, California
Cheery chain serving all-day breakfast, including Mexican dishes, plus sandwiches & burgers.
Mélange
La Quinta, California
Hotel-based dining destination for seafood, steaks, wines & signature cocktails in elegant digs.
In-N-Out Burger
La Quinta, California
Classic burger chain serving customizable burgers, hand-cut fries & shakes.
Sam's Sushi
La Quinta, California
Sushi & Japanese fare join Korean BBQ in a stylish setting decorated with light woods & birch trees.
Morgan’s in the desert
La Quinta, California
New American eatery at La Quinta Resort & Club with hacienda-style decor plus a courtyard.
Jersey Mike's Subs
La Quinta, California
New Jersey–based counter-serve sandwich chain serving jumbo subs filled with cold cuts & toppings.
TWENTY6
La Quinta, California
Easygoing restaurant & bar at La Quinta Resort serving American fare & cocktails.
Misaki Sushi & Grill
La Quinta, California
RelaxedJapanese restaurant in a strip-mall offers appetizers, sushi rolls & cooked fare plus sake.
Lavender Bistro
La Quinta, California
Modern Californian dishes featuring pasta, meat & fish served indoors or on an elegant garden patio.
Let's Eat Rice & Grill
La Quinta, California
Service options: Onsite services, Takeout, Dine-in. Popular for: Lunch, Dinner, Solo dining. Accessibility: Wheelchair accessible entrance.
Beautiful Day
La Quinta, California
Service options: Outdoor seating, No-contact delivery, Delivery, Onsite services, Takeout, Dine-in. Highlights: Fast service, Great coffee, Great tea selection.
Big Juice Bar
La Quinta, California
Service options: Curbside pickup, No-contact delivery, Delivery, Takeout, Dine-in. Highlights: Fast service. Popular for: Breakfast, Lunch.
Taqueria Teotihuacan
La Quinta, California
Easygoing strip-mall Mexican eatery offering tacos & other typical standards plus cold beer.
Jimmy John's
La Quinta, California
Counter-serve chain specializing in sub & club sandwiches, plus signature potato chips.
Torakichi Ramen - La Quinta
La Quinta, California
Service options: Outdoor seating, No-contact delivery, Delivery, Onsite services, Takeout, Dine-in. Highlights: Fast service. Popular for: Lunch, Dinner.
The Grill on Main
La Quinta, California
Casual restaurant offering traditional American fare, with a full bar & pet-friendly patio.
Five Guys
La Quinta, California
Fast-food chain with made-to-order burgers, fries & hot dogs, plus free peanuts while you wait.
Carl's Jr.
La Quinta, California
Fast-food chain known for its variety of piled-high burgers & meal combos, plus shakes.
Burgers & Beer
La Quinta, California
Local chain serving burgers & beer, plus breakfast, Mexican fare, pasta & more, in a casual setting.