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Wally's Desert Turtle

4.7

About this business

Specialties Wally's is known for our Imported Dover Sole, however, we have nightly Chef's Specials created by Executive Chef, Richard E. Pelz. History Established in 1978. Wally's Desert Turtle in Rancho Mirage, CA was est in 1978 by Wally Botello, the founder of the Velvet Turtle chain. Now owned and operated by his Son, Michael, Wally's continues to carry on the family business, offering fantastic food, and great service. Meet the Business Owner Michael B. Business Owner Michael's father, Wally Botello, started The Velvet ... read more

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71775 CA-111, Rancho Mirage, CA, 92270, United States

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WeekdayScheduleStatus
Mon9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Tue9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Wed9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Thu9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Fri9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
SatClosed
SunClosed
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Sue Auciello 
5 years ago

Excellent food and service was awesome!! 

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Michael Veerkamp 
5 years ago

Great timeless food, old school drinks and the best service possible. This is where you go for a special event or for a night out where you will be treated special! 

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Natasha S. Romero 
5 years ago

This place is Fabulous and they have Happy Hour every day from 5-closing great Deals and Delicious food Open to everyone!!!!! 

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Negro Brian 
5 years ago

Play says five stars always the best fantastic happy hour and I love the Rancho mirage 

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Pcar Ann 
5 years ago

Great food and good service 

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Joe Dougherty 
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 
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 Goldberg 
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 
5 years ago

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

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How is Wally's Desert Turtle rated?

Wally's Desert Turtle has a 4.7 star rating with 526 reviews. 

When is Wally's Desert Turtle open?

Wally's Desert Turtle is open now. It will close at 6:00 p.m.  

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