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Wally's Desert Turtle

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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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Pamela Mccollom 
recommend  Recommended
6 years ago

Had a great time having lunch and the fashion show every Friday💖💃🏻💃 

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MaFe Arango 
6 years ago

I want to thank Nicole, Michael and the whole staff for always making our time at Wally’s extra special. I recommend the sea bass, the tuna tartare and of course the soufflés (to die for!) 

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Robert Miller 
recommend  Recommended
6 years ago

I eat at all the finest restaurants in palm desert. Was blown away by every dish I had here! Best dinner I have had in my life. Will come back regularly! Wow! 

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Cheri Miller 
recommend  Recommended
6 years ago

Great place to dine! Extremely awesome fine dining experience!! Live jazz in the background!! HIGHLY recommend!! ❤️❤️❤️ 

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Caroline Yablans 
recommend  Recommended
6 years ago

I had the most wonderful experience dining at Wally’s with my parents. The service, the ambiance the Dover sole was out of this world!! 

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Roy Robbins 
recommend  Recommended
6 years ago

Excellent Christmas dinner! The sole was amazing! Service always good! 

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Michael Womack 
recommend  Recommended
6 years ago

So happy to have spent my Christmas dinner with my beautiful wife, we left soooooooooo stuffed, so delicious and such a great classy staff. 

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Christy Rucci 
recommend  Recommended
6 years ago

Food good small portions for the price 

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Lisa Popst 
recommend  Recommended
6 years ago

The 3 Course Dinner was Fabulous. The Bartender Brian and the Sax Player were both pleasant and great at their crafts. 

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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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