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Wally's Desert Turtle

4.6

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To savor unforgettable continental cuisine in the most exquisite restaurant in the desert, Wally’s Desert Turtle is a must. The most highly awarded restaurant in the desert is the proud recipient of the prestigious Mobil Travel Four Star Award, AAA Four Diamond Award, and the DiRoNA Award, to name a few.This magnificent restaurant was built by Wally Botello, the founder of the famed Velvet Turtle chain, and is now owned and operated by his son Michael. Entering over twinkling lights, you will be swept away... read more

Location details

71775 CA-111, (at Rancho Las Palmas), Rancho Mirage, CA, 92270, United States

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WeekdayScheduleStatus
Mon4:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.
Tue4:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.
Wed4:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.
Thu4:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.
Fri4:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.
Sat4:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.
Sun4:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.
4.6605 reviews
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Joe Dougherty 
recommend  Recommended
5 years ago

what a treasure of the deserts past and delicious food to boot. Michael even came to our table and chatted us up , what a true gentleman. 

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Frank Enriquez 
recommend  Recommended
5 years ago

The family tradition is passed on from Wally to Michael. Great food and fabulous service. This is how fine dining is done. Will miss this when Michael retires. 

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Cheryl Stern-Goldberg 
recommend  Recommended
5 years ago

The restaurant is beautiful and elegant Inside. The service was excellent and the food was exceptional. 

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Laura Machado Slater 
recommend  Recommended
5 years ago

Wonderful place. Delicious food. Ambiance fantastic! The best part was the company! Francine and Brian ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️ 

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Antonio Baciu 
recommend  Recommended
5 years ago

I didn’t think I could still be overwhelmed by impeccable service, last night was a moment to remember.👏🏽 wow, just wow!! 

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Wolfgang Brodeßer 
recommend  Recommended
5 years ago

Best in the valley !!!!!!!!!!!!!!! 

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Rachel Anne Kushner 
recommend  Recommended
5 years ago

Service is impeccable and the apricot soufflé was out of this world!!! 

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Debbie Butler 
recommend  Recommended
5 years ago

Outstanding service, food, was excellent all around atmosphere. Great place to have a special event. Also nice happy hour cocktails and food. 

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Shirley Barnett Fialko 
recommend  Recommended
6 years ago

Friday luncheon with Fashion Show. 

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How is Wally's Desert Turtle rated?

Wally's Desert Turtle has a 4.6 star rating with 605 reviews. 

When is Wally's Desert Turtle open?

Wally's Desert Turtle is closed now. It will open at 4:00 p.m. 

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