Enzo's Bistro & Bar
Italian · Rancho Mirage · $$
Neighborhood Italian with handmade pasta and artisan pizza; the arancini won a local Indy Endorsement in 2026. Second location in La Quinta at 78121 Avenida La Fonda.
Food & drink
PalmSpots keeps this list short on purpose — rooms we would send a friend to, with the patio and happy-hour details that matter in the desert.
Italian · Rancho Mirage · $$
Neighborhood Italian with handmade pasta and artisan pizza; the arancini won a local Indy Endorsement in 2026. Second location in La Quinta at 78121 Avenida La Fonda.
Mexican · Rancho Mirage · $$
The big hacienda-style sibling of the Palm Springs original, with fountains, patios and mariachi. Las Casuelas Nuevas is a Mexican spot in Rancho Mirage. Prices sit in the mid range. Served here: brunch, lunch, dinner. There is a patio. Kids are comfortable here. Best for groups, families, margaritas.

American · Rancho Mirage · $$
Comfort-food kitchen at the Westin with a fire-pit patio and a solid brunch. State Fare Bar + Kitchen is an American spot in Rancho Mirage. Prices sit in the mid range. Served here: breakfast, brunch, lunch, dinner. There is a patio. Kids are comfortable here. Best for brunch, casual dinner.
