Morgan’s in the desert is La Quinta’s signature dining venue showcasing contemporary American cuisine inspired by the bounty of the Coachella Valley. The restaurant’s local focus includes sourcing the top of the region’s products, crafted with traditional cooking methods to offer deliciously simple and healthful dishes. Join us at the piano bar, in the dining room or on the fire-lit courtyard. Gather round.
New American eatery at La Quinta Resort & Club with hacienda-style decor plus a courtyard.
Crystal Sparks
If I could give this place 100 stars I would. WOW!
I’ve been traveling the world, like all over the world, like Asia, Latin America, and Europe, and I can honestly say this food is at the top of my list! THE VERY TOP.
I have ALOT of allergies so I just gave them the list and they took care of me — adjusting everything and tweaking recipes just for me 🙂
The food is INCREDIBLE but WAIT there’s more.
The service is THE BEST I’ve ever had. My waitress, Marilynn was the sweetest lady ever. The GM, the chef, Sous chef all came
by to show love and ask me how I was enjoying my dinner.
The atmosphere is 10/10!!! Newly renovated, super schick and beautiful decor. The performers were top notch and such a vibe! A man and lady were singing and playing piano and the saxophone and bringing all the jams.
I cannot believe how much I enjoyed this place! Cannot wait to return!!!
Highly recommend EVERYTHING.
… moreLisseth Benitez
We had a great time at Morgan’s! The atmosphere was welcoming, and we never felt rushed—neither when ordering nor while enjoying our meal. Our experience was made even better by Javier, our waiter, who helped us select a great wine and offered thoughtful food recommendations! The food may take a little while, so I recommend some patience—but it’s absolutely worth the wait. Overall, a great experience!
… moreEle P
Our first visit to Morgan’s in the Desert didn’t go as planned. Despite having reservations, we were seated outside in the heat and had to wait over 40 minutes for an indoor table. The watermelon salad took over an hour to arrive and was simply chopped watermelon with some salad sprinkled on top. Our fries sat under the heater for too long and were hard, while the seafood linguine had dried out under a lamp and contained only two shrimp and tiny scallops the size of peas. We waited over 1 hour for our food.
However, Brian from Morgan’s made a huge difference. He invited us back for a second chance and ensured we had a much better experience. This time, we got good seating, and Brian treated us to the summer menu fixe, which included a delicious mozzarella and tomato salad, basil pasta, and a peach crumble ice cream dessert. The service was excellent thanks to Brian. I will definitely return because of him. Thank you, Brian, for offering us an amazing second experience!
… moreJoe Smith
Had a wonderful dinner here. The atmosphere outside was ideal. Our waitress was amazing (Marilynn) and she could not have been any sweeter. The cocktails were on point… Basil Me Down. Incredible martini! For food, we enjoyed the beet salad (fresh), the short ribs (so tender), the scallops (perfectly seared) and the lobster mac n cheese. Our dessert was an anniversary surprise. Very tart yet light. We will certainly return next year during our annual desert vacation.
… moreEvelyn L
Morgans in the Desert restaurant at La Quinta Resort is the perfect place to celebrate a special occasion in Palm Springs. From the moment we arrived, the service was top-notch, and we were seated promptly since we had a reservation. I couldn’t resist ordering the braised short ribs, which were melt-in-your-mouth delicious. My friends were equally impressed with their steak, sea bass, and pork chops. We also shared some sides & appetizers. The staff went above and beyond to make our birthday celebration memorable, even bringing out two desserts for the birthday person to share with the table. The ambiance was simply stunning – we chose to sit outdoors and enjoyed the warm desert breeze and the beautiful palm trees, which made for a picturesque backdrop. I highly recommend Morgans in the Desert for anyone looking for an great dining experience in Palm Springs.
… moreJason Stamm
Excellent. Service was amazing, food was delicious and thoughtful, and the ambiance was perfect. Definitely worth it.
*Edit* We visited again and they continue to impress. Seared seabass with glazed lentils was delicious, and chef has continued to refine the braised short ribs. The new take on the Coachella Citrus is just as vibrant as the original I had before with far more subtlety. The ambiance and grounds are immaculate as always. Kudos to you La Quinta, you guys never disappoint.
… moreEric Hanson
Morgans is located at the La Quinta Resort and Spa.. when checking in front desk agent made a reservation for us! We arrived at 7:00, seated immediately in a booth. Restaurant is beautiful and menu has many seafood options… our Server(Adam?) was professional and attentive.. Wine list is outstanding! They have indoor and outdoor seating… Our dishes we ordered were all super tasty! Definitely recommend the Chilean Sea-bass it was outstanding! TYSM Morgans! We will be back!
… moreamber b
Marilyn was our server and she was top notch. The misters made for a delightful outdoor dining experience even June. We started with the lemon drop and a Boulevardier, and their warm bread. Marilyn recommended the gazpacho with berries which was refreshing. Just make sure you like cucumber. After that we shared the mushroom bucatini which was absolute rich deliciousness. My partner had the filet with the added blue cheese crust and broccolini. Marily decanted our wine and it perfectly complimented our meal. The chocolate birthday cake is decadent but only available if you have a birthday-don’t we all have a birthday? Well, we did this night.
… moreTyler S
LQ Resort is probably one of the best properties in the desert and Morgan’s embodies the desert from a bygone era. Inside, the decor is so rustic and classic.
The food, although pricey is great. I came here a couple years back and they were a little heavy on the salt but that has since been fixed. I’ve been here a couple of times in the past year and both times were excellent. The presentation is top notch and the food was cooked to perfection. It’s a perfect place for a celebration.
… moreDNicole R
Amazing food! Everything we had was outstanding! Every dish looked like a work of art. We received fantastic service from Magdalena. Impressive wine list. Gorgeous setting for outdoor dining. Plenty of fire tables and outdoor heaters for cooler nights.
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