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Kitchen 86 in El Paseo has a modern, colorful vibe - Kitchen 86, Palm Desert, CA

Kitchen 86

4.3
4.3
368 Reviews
$31 to $50
American

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2 people
7:00 pm
Booked 45 times today
Experiences are available.

About this restaurant

  • Great for outdoor dining
  • Neighbourhood gem
  • Lively
Kitchen 86 is a local favorite for indoor and outdoor dining on El Paseo in the heart of Palm Desert.

Featuring a deliciously eclectic menu, exceptional service, and a contemporary vibe.

Indulge in our ever-changing menu that includes seafood, steaks, lamb chops, salads, pasta, house-made curry, ramen, wood-fired pizzas, and shareable small plates.

We serve breakfast and brunch daily with bottomless mimosas and plenty of delicious menu items including vegan and gluten free options.

Whether you’re looking for breakfast, brunch, lunch, dinner, or a late-night meal, you’re sure to please your palette at Kitchen 86. We use only the freshest ingredients, with many of our menu items being organic and locally sourced.

Our Ultra Lounge is the perfect place to gather with friends for happy hour or a late-night cocktail and food until 1am.

86 Live, our state-of-the-art entertainment stage, features live music, DJs, and stand-up comedy.

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    American, Steak, Vegan
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon–Thu 10:00 am–12:30 am Fri–Sun 9:30 am–12:30 am Happy Hour Mon–Fri 12:00 pm–5:00 pm Sat, Sun 3:00 pm–5:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (760) 890-1586
  • Website
    http://www.kitchen-86.com/
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Executive Chef
    Joe Morano
  • Catering
    Our off-premise catering service brings the exceptional quality of our restaurant to your wedding, corporate event, or any special occasion. Our talented chefs create custom menus featuring fresh and locally-sourced ingredients, all prepared with the same care and attention to detail that has made Kitchen 86 a local favorite.
  • Private party facilities
    While we do not have private dining space at Kitchen 86, we have a luxurious sister property nearby. VenueTen offers an elegant and flexible event space that can accommodate weddings and events of up to 250 guests. Our venue also has overnight accommodations for up to 40 guests, making it an ideal location for retreats or destination weddings.
  • Location
    73-130 El Paseo Suite I, Palm Desert, CA 92260-4236
  • Area
    Palm Desert
  • Cross Street
    Located between Pines to Palms Highway (Route 74) and Sage Lane
  • Parking details
    Public Parking
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Dancing, Dog Friendly, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Outdoor Firepit, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeaway, Vegan, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

  • Night Owl Noshing: Late Night Bites at Kitchen 86

    Multiple dates available
    Looking for a place to grab a bite and unwind after a long day? Come check out our late-night menu at Kitchen 86 + Bar nightly. From 11 pm to close, we offer a selection of delicious shareables and wood-fired pizzas that are perfect for a late-night snack or meal. But it's not just the food that makes our late-night menu special - it's the atmosphere. Our cozy and inviting space is the perfect backdrop for a night out with friends, a date, or a solo meal. And with our friendly and attentive staff, and our fun and welcoming atmosphere, you're sure to feel right at home from the moment you walk through the door.
    Night Owl Noshing: Late Night Bites at Kitchen 86 photo

Offers

  • Sip, Savor, and Save: Happy Hour Specials

    Multiple dates available
    Sun - Sat - 2:30 pm - 3:00 pm, 3:00 pm - 4:30 pm, 4:30 pm - 5:00 pm
    Join us for Happy Hour at Kitchen-86 and enjoy $5 drinks and discounted bites DAILY from 3-6 PM. Our selection of beer, house wine, and well drinks is sure to please any palate . With our discounted bites starting at just $7, you'll be able to satisfy your hunger without breaking the bank. But the real reason to come to our Happy Hour is the atmosphere. Our cozy interior and friendly staff make you feel right at home, whether you're here with friends or flying solo. And with our live music and TVs showing the latest games and events, there's always something to keep you entertained. We can't wait to show you why we're the go-to spot for affordable drinks, tasty bites, and a great time.

Menu

Kitchen 86's menu was last updated 2023-04-14.

View menu on restaurant's website

What 368 people are saying

Kitchen 86 reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.3
4.3 based on recent ratings
  • 4.4Food
  • 4.3Service
  • 4.3Ambience
  • 4.2Value

Noise • Moderate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Kitchen 86 offers a vibrant dining experience with "fantastic food" and a lively atmosphere. Guests rave about the "boom boom shrimp" and diverse menu options, including vegan and gluten-free dishes. The service is often praised as "exceptional," though some mention noise levels can be high. Ideal for a fun outing!

368 Reviews

  1. NANCY VIP

    Palm Springs114 reviews

    5.0

    Dined today

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Such a fun place! Love the Boom Boom Shrimp! Yum!!! Lively, friendly, a bit noisy, but that adds to the energy. Our server Braqdon was delightful!

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  2. OpenTable Diner

    Palm Springs10 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Always consistent and food selection is versatile. Live the boom boom shrimp and the waiter, Brendan, very attentive and had great recommendations. Our friends in town for the tennis tournament enjoyed the casual atmosphere and good food .

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  3. Michele

    Palm Springs2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 5
    Good food. All the time! Nice atmosphere! Great menu.

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  4. Marc

    San Diego5 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great vibe, wait staff, food and had dueling piano’s…awesome

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  5. OpenTable Diner

    Fort Lauderdale7 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great food and great atmosphere! Piano players were awesome!

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  6. colleen

    Palm Springs17 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 6 March 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Always a great place to eat! Food service and atmosphere!

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  7. JohnA

    Palm Springs17 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on 5 March 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 5
    A good place to dine. Their menu is varied with choices that will suit your tastes. There's patio dining. High bar stool tables and normal seating are available.

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  8. Greg

    Palm Springs10 reviews

    3.0

    Dined on 5 March 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 4
    This was our second experience at Kitchen 86. We were seated quickly, in the outdoor area near the street. We then waited a long time (ten minutes or so) before anyone greeted us, and she was a little flustered and apologetic, which said to us that there was maybe some confusion about whose table we were. She said as much, saying that "she probably wouldn't be our server" but would be happy to take our drink orders. We gave her our full order, not being particularly confident that anyone would be back anytime soon. We got our drinks in good time and the wine was good. The bread came out fairly quickly as well, but it took a long time for our entrees to appear. I had the chicken picatta, which was good and hot. Vegan wife had the capellini. It was hot, the pasta was good but the rest was extremely salty, to the level that she stopped eating it. We did report this to our server, and she discounted our bill. Short version, the service was iffy and one of the entrees was way over seasoned. It's a good place but we probably won't be back any time soon.

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  9. Gloria VIP

    Palm Springs49 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 26 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Service was amazing, food was amazing! I cannot wait to go back again

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  10. Steve VIP

    Palm Springs150 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 26 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Wonderful evening outside dining on El Paseo. Party of four shared multiple small bites. Rosemary lamb chops and bang bang shrimp,were the favorites .

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FAQs

Kitchen 86 offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (760) 890-1586.

Kitchen 86 is rated 4.3 stars by 368 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a booking

2 people
7:00 pm
Booked 45 times today
Experiences are available.

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Kitchen 86

73-130 El Paseo Suite I, Palm Desert, CA 92260-4236

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    Located between Pines to Palms Highway (Route 74) and Sage Lane
  • Area
    Palm Desert
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon–Thu 10:00 am–12:30 am Fri–Sun 9:30 am–12:30 am Happy Hour Mon–Fri 12:00 pm–5:00 pm Sat, Sun 3:00 pm–5:00 pm
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    American, Steak, Vegan
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    Public Parking
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Joe Morano
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Dancing, Dog Friendly, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Outdoor Firepit, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeaway, Vegan, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Website
    http://www.kitchen-86.com/
  • Phone number
    (760) 890-1586
  • Catering
    Our off-premise catering service brings the exceptional quality of our restaurant to your wedding, corporate event, or any special occasion. Our talented chefs create custom menus featuring fresh and locally-sourced ingredients, all prepared with the same care and attention to detail that has made Kitchen 86 a local favorite.
  • Private party facilities
    While we do not have private dining space at Kitchen 86, we have a luxurious sister property nearby. VenueTen offers an elegant and flexible event space that can accommodate weddings and events of up to 250 guests. Our venue also has overnight accommodations for up to 40 guests, making it an ideal location for retreats or destination weddings.
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