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Catalan Mediterranean Cuisine, Rancho Mirage, CA

Catalan Mediterranean Cuisine

4.5
4.5
2137 Reviews
$31 to $50
Spanish

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2 people
7:00 pm
Booked 21 times today
  • Neighbourhood gem
  • Charming
  • Good for groups
Nestled on HWY 111 in beautiful Rancho Mirage. We specialize in Western Mediterranean cuisine bringing forth tastes from Italy, Spain, France and Greece while incorporating local and seasonal ingredients. Our Paella mixta and Spanish Tapas are an exclusive experience in the Desert. Indulge in our tender charred deep water octopus, 3 month house made lemoncello, and other guest favorites.

With our beautiful atrium to enjoy during cooler months, complimented by the sweet sounds of George Christian and his live guitar which features Spanish flamenco and a mix of classic rock, Catalan is an experience to be had.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Spanish, Tapas / Small Plates, Seafood
  • Hours of Operation
    Daily 17:00–21:00
  • Phone number
    (760) 770-9508
  • Website
    http://www.catalanrestaurants.com/
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Catering
    Catalan Mediterranean Cuisine in Rancho Mirage offers exceptional catering with Mediterranean-inspired dishes like paellas, seafood, and more. Customizable packages ensure your event is memorable, with top-notch service and flavors that bring the Mediterranean to your special occasion.
  • Private party facilities
    Whether celebrating a special occasion with family and friends or hosting a corporate event, “Catalan Mediterranean Cuisine” can accommodate all your special event needs.
  • Location
    70026 Hwy 111, Rancho Mirage, CA 92270
  • Area
    Rancho Mirage
  • Cross Street
    Between Frank Sinatra & Country Club
  • Parking details
    Self Parking
  • Entertainment
    Featuring live music -Acoustic Spanish Guitar- every Thursday - Saturday at 6PM during season (Nov. - May) Hours subject to change, please call for details.
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Kosher, Non-Smoking, Outdoor Firepit, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeaway, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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Menu

For the Table

  • House Marinated Spanish OlivesUSD 7.00

    Roasted garlic, herbs, chili flakes and olive oil.

    • Chef's Mixed Tapas PlateUSD 35.00

      Goat cheese-stuffed piquillo peppers, smoked chorizo, and garlic shrimp.

      • Roasted Bone Marrow & Grilled BreadUSD 30.00

        With orange marmalade and smoked sea salt.

        To Start

        • Arugula & Granny Smith ApplesUSD 12.00

          Spanish blue cheese, shaved onions, toasted almonds, with cranberry vinaigrette.

          • Mediterranean WedgeUSD 12.00

            Queso cabrales dressing with heirloom tomatoes, smoked bacon, and shaved hard-boiled egg.

            • Romaine SaladUSD 14.00

              With anchovy dressing, and crispy parmesan cheese wafer.

              • Heirloom & BurrataUSD 20.00

                Sliced Heirloom Tomatoes, Red Onions, Fresh Basil, Saba

                • Charred Deep Water Spanish OctopusUSD 28.00

                  Chickpea puree, fresno chili, olive chimichurri, and smoked paprika.

                  • Crispy Buttermilk Chicken LiversUSD 18.00

                    With cauliflower puree, queso cabrales, and saba.

                    • Steamed Carlsbad MusslesUSD 25.00

                      Fuet sausage, saffron broth, garlic herbs, and fennel pollen.

                      Cheese & Charcuterie

                      All charcuterie boards are served with grissini. Additional $4 per grilled bread order.

                      • Jamon Iberico de Bellota

                        • 3 ozUSD 60.00
                        • 5 ozUSD 90.00
                        • 8 ozUSD 140.00

                      • Chorizo Soria, Serrano Ham & Manchego CheeseUSD 40.00

                        Pickled cauliflower, whole grain mustard, Coachella date honey

                        • Hot Chorizo Palacios, Iberico Salchicon & San Simon CheeseUSD 40.00

                          Fig jam, candied walnuts, and basque peppers.

                          • Catalan Fuet, French Brie & Grilled BreadUSD 30.00

                            Cornichons, roasted garlic, and orange marmalade.

                            Pasta & Paella

                            • Paella MixtaUSD 38.00

                              Our take on a Spanish classic. Prepared with regional spices and piquillo peppers sofrito. Calamari, chicken, chorizo, shrimp, mussels, saffron, and bomba rice.

                              • Cavatappi, Beef Cheek & Truffle ButterUSD 35.00

                                Shiitake mushrooms, cotija cheese.

                                • Black Spaguetti & Rock ShrimpUSD 35.00

                                  Nduja, Calabrian chili, herbs, garlic, and white wine.

                                  • Creamy Seafood PastaUSD 35.00

                                    Jumbo Shrimp, Calamari, Cod, Salmon, Cream, Basil, Cherry tomatoes, Linguini pasta

                                    • Bucatini & GuancialeUSD 32.00

                                      Garlic, Calabrian chili, herbs, manchego cheese, toasted bread crumbs, and fried egg.

                                      From the Sea

                                      • Pan Seared Eastern Diver ScallopsUSD 45.00

                                        Roasted brussels sprouts, butternut squash puree, garlic.

                                        • Pan Roasted Wild SalmonUSD 35.00

                                          Braised escarole, white beans, and saffron aioli.

                                          • Snow CodUSD 40.00

                                            Mango relish, almondine green beans, sweet barbeque, and sauce drizzle.

                                            • Catalan Summer Salad with Jumbo ShrimpUSD 28.00

                                              Strawberry Vinaigrette, mango, goat cheese, arugula, sweet coconut, red and green bell pepper.

                                              From the Land

                                              • Grilled Colorado Rack of LambUSD 48.00

                                                Sauteed green cabbage, mint, harissa aioli, saffron oil.

                                                • 1/2 Roasted Marinated Jidori ChickenUSD 32.00

                                                  With roasted baby carrots, and salsa verde.

                                                  • Lone Pine Ranch Braised Beef Short RibsUSD 40.00

                                                    Cauliflower puree, crispy leeks, red wine reduction.

                                                    • Pan Roasted Pork CollarUSD 38.00

                                                      Cognac butter, butternut squash puree, sweet barbecue sauce drizzle.

                                                      • 12 oz Prime RibeyeUSD 52.00

                                                        With crushed Yukon gold potatoes.

                                                        • Tomahawk Steak for 2USD 120.00

                                                          Choice of two half-salads and one side.

                                                          • 8 oz Filet MignonUSD 48.00

                                                            Red wine reduction, almondine green beans.

                                                            Sides

                                                            • Charred Shishito PeppersUSD 10.00

                                                              Lime, Maldon sea salt.

                                                              • Crispy Yukon Gold PotatoesUSD 10.00

                                                                Garlic, herbs, pecorino.

                                                                • Cauliflower PureeUSD 10.00

                                                                  Cotija cheese, white truffle oil.

                                                                  • Roasted Baby CarrotsUSD 10.00

                                                                    Garlic, salsa verde.

                                                                    • Grilled AsparagusUSD 10.00

                                                                      White Truffle Oil

                                                                      • Roasted Local CornUSD 10.00

                                                                        Chorizo Soria and Poblano Peppers

                                                                        Desserts

                                                                        • Chocolate and Caramel TorteUSD 10.00

                                                                          Caramel Drizzle.

                                                                          • Valencia Rice PuddingUSD 9.00

                                                                            Macerated strawberries.

                                                                            • Catalan Caramel Cream CustardUSD 9.00

                                                                              With Malton Sea Salt.

                                                                              • Sorbet of the DayUSD 9.00

                                                                                • Banana & Cream Cheese BuñuelosUSD 14.00

                                                                                  Caramel, cinnamon, sugar, and vanilla ice cream.

                                                                                  • Chocolate Filled Spanish ChurrosUSD 14.00

                                                                                    Cinnamon and sugar for two.

                                                                                    • Spanish CoffeeUSD 9.00

                                                                                      Myers Dark Rum, Kahlua, Triple Sec, coffee, and whipped cream.

                                                                                      • "3 Month" House-Made LemoncelloUSD 12.00

                                                                                        Dessert Drinks

                                                                                        • Armagnac de Montal, FRUSD 10.00

                                                                                          • W & H Dry Sack Sherry, ESUSD 10.00

                                                                                            • Croft Distinction, PortoUSD 12.00

                                                                                              • Taylor 10 Yr Tawny, PortoUSD 12.00

                                                                                                • Taylor 20 Yr Tawny, PortoUSD 12.00

                                                                                                  • Volpaia "Chianti Classico" GrappaUSD 17.00

                                                                                                    • Michele Chiarlo "Grappa di Moscata"USD 18.00

                                                                                                      Last updated: 3 February 2022

                                                                                                      What 2,137 people are saying

                                                                                                      Overall ratings and reviews

                                                                                                      Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

                                                                                                      4.5
                                                                                                      4.5 based on recent ratings
                                                                                                      • 4.5Food
                                                                                                      • 4.7Service
                                                                                                      • 4.2Ambience
                                                                                                      • 4.2Value

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                                                                                                      Review summary

                                                                                                      AI-generated from verified diner reviews
                                                                                                      Catalan Mediterranean Cuisine offers delightful tapas and Mediterranean dishes with "excellent food and service." The restaurant features a cozy interior and friendly staff, enhancing the dining experience. Notably, the "scallops were made to perfection," and the "red sangria" is highly recommended. While some reviews mention service and temperature issues, the new management promises improvements.

                                                                                                      2,137 Reviews

                                                                                                      1. Chihhan

                                                                                                        Los Angeles

                                                                                                        1 review

                                                                                                        5.0

                                                                                                        1 review

                                                                                                        Dined 4 days ago

                                                                                                        1. Overall 5
                                                                                                        2. Food 5
                                                                                                        3. Service 5
                                                                                                        4. Ambience 5
                                                                                                        Great service. Great food. We had a wonderful night.

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                                                                                                      2. Doug

                                                                                                        Palm Springs

                                                                                                        30 reviews

                                                                                                        5.0

                                                                                                        30 reviews

                                                                                                        Dined 7 days ago

                                                                                                        1. Overall 5
                                                                                                        2. Food 5
                                                                                                        3. Service 5
                                                                                                        4. Ambience 4
                                                                                                        Rack of lamb, paella and the octopus were all excellent! Darwin is an excellent server. Really enjoyed our evening.
                                                                                                        Catalan Mediterranean CuisineResponded 4 days ago
                                                                                                        Thank you. We will let Darwin know>

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                                                                                                      3. Jaime

                                                                                                        Palm Springs

                                                                                                        1 review

                                                                                                        5.0

                                                                                                        1 review

                                                                                                        Dined on 15 December 2024

                                                                                                        1. Overall 5
                                                                                                        2. Food 5
                                                                                                        3. Service 5
                                                                                                        4. Ambience 5
                                                                                                        What a pleasant atmosphere and now family owned business, from the moment you step in you are greeted with a beautiful smile from Angela, nice ambiance music and great atmosphere overall. Gotta try the passion fruit margarita, loved the food and paella, delish. Raphael, the new manager was most welcoming and their crew, from the waiters to the bussers were all great. Excellent service and food. We will definitely go back to try more of their food.
                                                                                                        Catalan Mediterranean CuisineResponded 4 days ago
                                                                                                        Thank you. Yes we are excited to be running the restaurant with new fresh energy!

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                                                                                                      4. Janet

                                                                                                        Palm Springs

                                                                                                        6 reviews

                                                                                                        5.0

                                                                                                        6 reviews

                                                                                                        Dined on 15 December 2024

                                                                                                        1. Overall 5
                                                                                                        2. Food 5
                                                                                                        3. Service 5
                                                                                                        4. Ambience 5
                                                                                                        The food is outrageously delicious. The ambience is open and inviting. We felt as if I were actually in Spain. After Covid, we are very particular about where we go to eat and this is our new favorite restaurant.
                                                                                                        Catalan Mediterranean CuisineResponded 4 days ago
                                                                                                        Thank you for the lovely review.

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                                                                                                      5. Judith

                                                                                                        VIP

                                                                                                        San Francisco

                                                                                                        37 reviews

                                                                                                        5.0

                                                                                                        37 reviews

                                                                                                        Dined on 13 December 2024

                                                                                                        1. Overall 5
                                                                                                        2. Food 5
                                                                                                        3. Service 5
                                                                                                        4. Ambience 5
                                                                                                        New owners; same delicious menu! Kind of a hidden gem that deserves more attention.
                                                                                                        Catalan Mediterranean CuisineResponded 4 days ago
                                                                                                        We are excited to be a part of this restaurant and add some fresh young energy!

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                                                                                                      6. Susan

                                                                                                        Chicago

                                                                                                        8 reviews

                                                                                                        5.0

                                                                                                        8 reviews

                                                                                                        Dined on 11 December 2024

                                                                                                        1. Overall 5
                                                                                                        2. Food 4
                                                                                                        3. Service 5
                                                                                                        4. Ambience 4
                                                                                                        A really nice experience on a Tuesday night. It was quiet (and late) on a week night but our servers were gracious. Scallops and saffron risotto were terrific with fresh spinach that was just wilted on top. Mixed paella was also good. Wines were fresh which was appreciated.

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                                                                                                      7. Juan

                                                                                                        Palm Springs

                                                                                                        1 review

                                                                                                        1.0

                                                                                                        1 review

                                                                                                        Dined on 11 December 2024

                                                                                                        1. Overall 1
                                                                                                        2. Food 2
                                                                                                        3. Service 2
                                                                                                        4. Ambience 1
                                                                                                        Not attention to details: Serrano dry, cut too much in advance, manchego not clean ( 60% with part of the bark) coliflor, just seasoned with vinegar, burned toast. Prime rib eye, over cooked. Potatoes too grease with vegetable oil. crema catalana: HORRIBLE, not topped with sugar instead a caramel at the bottom , vanilla from extract a dull presentation. No music ambient. Floor cleaning (fabulous) over power de salon smells ( no ideal for enjoyment of food). Service, average.
                                                                                                        Catalan Mediterranean CuisineResponded on 17 December 2024
                                                                                                        Dear Juan, Thank you for sharing your feedback. I sincerely apologize for your recent visit. As the new owner of Catalan effective 12/10, I take your comments seriously and I am committed to addressing these concerns. We aim to provide exceptional service and it clear we fell short during your visit. I hope you will give us a another chance to show you the high quality experience Catalan is meant to provide.

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                                                                                                      8. Steve

                                                                                                        Portland

                                                                                                        100 reviews

                                                                                                        5.0

                                                                                                        100 reviews

                                                                                                        Dined on 10 December 2024

                                                                                                        1. Overall 5
                                                                                                        2. Food 5
                                                                                                        3. Service 5
                                                                                                        4. Ambience 5
                                                                                                        Outstanding in every way. Interesting and varied menu with many pasta and paella offerings. Many appetizers to chose from. We shared the burrata/beet salad and octopus. Both were fantastic. I had the bucatini, my wife had one of the paellas. Again both fabulous. The portions were so large we took home enough for dinner the next night. Also, decent wines by the glass. We were too full for dessert but I would bet that it would be as good as everything else. Excellent!

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                                                                                                      9. Melanie

                                                                                                        VIP

                                                                                                        Los Angeles

                                                                                                        27 reviews

                                                                                                        5.0

                                                                                                        27 reviews

                                                                                                        Dined on 7 December 2024

                                                                                                        1. Overall 5
                                                                                                        2. Food 5
                                                                                                        3. Service 5
                                                                                                        4. Ambience 4
                                                                                                        I was surprised this place wasn’t more crowded. We had great service and a delicious meal. Bone marrow and octopus starters were both excellent. I had a paella and well it wasn’t Spain level perfect. It was really flavorful good!
                                                                                                        Catalan Mediterranean CuisineResponded 4 days ago
                                                                                                        Bone marrow always a winner! Thank you!

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                                                                                                      10. Richard

                                                                                                        Los Angeles

                                                                                                        6 reviews

                                                                                                        5.0

                                                                                                        6 reviews

                                                                                                        Dined on 27 November 2024

                                                                                                        1. Overall 5
                                                                                                        2. Food 5
                                                                                                        3. Service 5
                                                                                                        4. Ambience 5
                                                                                                        Excellent in all respects. Very busy but efficient waiter

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                                                                                                      FAQs

                                                                                                      Catalan Mediterranean Cuisine offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (760) 770-9508.

                                                                                                      Catalan Mediterranean Cuisine is rated 4.5 stars by 2137 OpenTable diners.

                                                                                                      Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

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                                                                                                      2 people
                                                                                                      7:00 pm
                                                                                                      Booked 21 times today

                                                                                                      Order delivery or takeout

                                                                                                      Google Map for Catalan Mediterranean Cuisine

                                                                                                      70026 Hwy 111, Rancho Mirage, CA 92270

                                                                                                      Additional information

                                                                                                      • Cross Street
                                                                                                        Between Frank Sinatra & Country Club
                                                                                                      • Area
                                                                                                        Rancho Mirage
                                                                                                      • Hours of Operation
                                                                                                        Daily 17:00–21:00
                                                                                                      • Price
                                                                                                        $31 to $50
                                                                                                      • Cuisines
                                                                                                        Spanish, Tapas / Small Plates, Seafood
                                                                                                      • Dining style
                                                                                                        Casual Dining
                                                                                                      • Dress code
                                                                                                        Smart Casual
                                                                                                      • Parking details
                                                                                                        Self Parking
                                                                                                      • Payment Options
                                                                                                        AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
                                                                                                      • Entertainment
                                                                                                        Featuring live music -Acoustic Spanish Guitar- every Thursday - Saturday at 6PM during season (Nov. - May) Hours subject to change, please call for details.
                                                                                                      • Additional
                                                                                                        Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Kosher, Non-Smoking, Outdoor Firepit, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeaway, Wheelchair Access, Wine
                                                                                                      • Website
                                                                                                        http://www.catalanrestaurants.com/
                                                                                                      • Phone number
                                                                                                        (760) 770-9508
                                                                                                      • Catering
                                                                                                        Catalan Mediterranean Cuisine in Rancho Mirage offers exceptional catering with Mediterranean-inspired dishes like paellas, seafood, and more. Customizable packages ensure your event is memorable, with top-notch service and flavors that bring the Mediterranean to your special occasion.
                                                                                                      • Private party facilities
                                                                                                        Whether celebrating a special occasion with family and friends or hosting a corporate event, “Catalan Mediterranean Cuisine” can accommodate all your special event needs.

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