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Serves meat, vegan options available. Fine dining restaurant and bar offering labeled vegan options for appetizers, entrees and dessert. Open Wed-Sun 4:30pm-8:00pm.
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72990 El Paseo Ste 3, Palm Desert, California, USA, 92260
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- Outdoor seating
- Reservations required
- Wheelchair accessible
- Accepts credit cards
- Free Wi-Fi
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Last update on 18 Mar 2023 by Uncolored
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32 Reviews
First Review by Healthy Oak
margaretlgreen92
Points +26
Phenomenal! - Edit
My husband (omnivore) and I (vegetarian) loved it so much, we are going back a second time on our one week trip to Palm Desert. Unique options, great live music, nice atmosphere!
Read morePros: Menu options , Nice wine selection
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Brenda_C
Points +26
Great plant based options - Edit
My husband and I walked in on a Friday without a reservation and were sat at the bar. Nice place with live music. We ordered the shishito elote and lemon artichoke for our starter, both were delicious! I had the seared lions mane steak for my main and my husband had the “scallops” for his and both were very tasty.
Read moreService was excellent we can’t wait to go back.
I was too excited to eat my food I forgot to take pictures but the plating was very nicely done.
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LeahMaj
Points +38
In town for one night - Edit
On a quick in and out work trip I may have found the best spot in town! All by my lonesome I sat at the bar but was anything but lonely. This place was packed on a Thursday! I love mushrooms and saw two amazing dishes on the menu so I indulged and had them both! I chose the King Trumpet Mushroom Calamari for my appetizer and the Sautéed King Oyster Scallops for my entree. Delicious!! Full of flavor and satisfaction!
Read morePros: The mushrooms , Atmosphere, Friendly staff
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RileySam
Points +24
My fav restaurant in the desert - Edit
This is my go-to special occasion restaurant and it's a huge treat whenever I get to eat here.
Read moreIt's not a vegan restaurant, but their menu is much more plant focused than most.
On our last visit we got the grilled artichoke appetizer which was unbelievably tender and is served with warm vegan butter for dipping, the paella and the king oyster scallops. All were excellent. My friend has never eaten vegan food before and was blown away. He said the king oyster scallops were one of the best meals he's ever had! We also got the warm chocolate cake for dessert, which was amazing.
Bonus - they have a fab mocktails menu including CBD drinks which were seriously delicious.
Can't wait for another special occasion to return here!
Updated from previous review on 2024-04-14
Pros: Creative, high quality vegan choices, Servers educated about the vegan options, Creative and unique non-alcoholic drinks menu
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CarlaRose
Points +230
Flavours were amazing - Edit
For a high cost, you can have a great meal here.
Read moreThe appetizers left something to be desired…. But the mains (especially the ravioli!!!) were great!
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vsvihla
Points +568
One of the best fancy meals for vegans - Edit
We ordered the lion’s mane crab cakes, vegan paella, ravioli, and chocolate cake. It was all divine! But what really won our hearts over was how kind and accommodating they were, as we were traveling with our dog and have someone immunocompromised in our group- they set up a table with heaters outside for us! It was all delightful and we’ll certainly come every chance we get. #Veganuary
Read morePros: Clearly labeled options and knowledge about vegan , Delicious!, Creative cocktails
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tracyyoung
Points +24
The vegan adoptions are 5 star! - Edit
The tastiest vegan food in an exquisite setting. This is a special occasion restaurant and I I absolutely love their chili relano, mushroom calamari and the chocolate cake is excellent.
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vegetariangirl
Points +2615
Beautiful and plant focussed food - Edit
Loved the gourmet dishes with a focus on fresh ingredients. The flavours were really great. Loved that there are so many vegan options. We plan to come back daily on our vacation. Worth the drive from Palm Springs
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jlepin
Points +183
Disappointing - Edit
I had a lot of hopes for some ups ale vegan food but was disappointed. The menu was out of sync with what was available, it was not descriptive enough to note which plates were spicy and the actual dishes were a let down considering this is supposed to be a more upscale place.
Read morePros: Third of the the menu is vegan, Great chocolate cake desert
Cons: Descriptions not reflective of dish, Dishes not imaginative, Expensive
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Xanadu72
Points +120
Creative vegan options - Edit
Not your run of the mill vegan options like cauliflower steak or portobello burger. Menu is clearly labeled and separate plant based section. Delish mushroom calamari. The “scallops” were the only miss. Knowledgeable servers. Extremely attentive service with attention to detail. Interesting cocktails. Good for omni, my mom said it was they best short ribs she ever had. Female chef and owner.
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KathrynGracePeulicke
Points +84
I would give this spot 5 stars if the app would let me. - Edit
I celebrated my birthday here with mixed diet company, everyone was impressed with their meal. I have never had better. Fine vegan dining is hard to find and Wildest had knocked it outta the park!! This is a must visit plan based eaters and Vegans who can tolerate a mixed menu/dining experience. #Veganuary
Read morePros: Lots of vegan options , Thoughtful preparation and presentation., Real food, cooked well for incredible flavor.
Cons: None that I can think of.
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seanlucey
Points +145
Very good - Edit
A third of the menu is vegan. We had the vegan scallops, calamari, and bourguignon. Loved it.
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mOscar2u
Points +1072
Oasis in the desert - Edit
Wildest is a gem of restaurant in the desert town of La Quinta, CA. Would give them a 5-🌟 if I could but they’re not 100% Vegan and thus will have to settle for a 4-⭐️. We were in town visiting our San Clemente neighbors who own a 2nd home here in town.
Read moreThe front of the menu teases you with their Trumpet Mushroom Calamari that is a perfect way to start. The sauces accompanying this dish were well balanced and tasty!
For dinner I settled on the Wild Mushroom Bourguignon. The gravy in the dish added a fantastic umami and blended well with the polenta.
Our neighbor Christi ordered the cauliflower steak, which were two thick cuts and came with a curry dipping sauce that was probably the best curry I’ve tasted.
This place is worth it and a true oasis in this beautiful desert town.
Pros: Great vegan options , Restaurant ambiance , Good wines
Cons: Wanted more!
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McBernstein
Points +224
Excellent!! - Edit
Beautiful renovated restaurant with a great vib, 1/3rd of the menu were vegan dishes… fantastic, delicious and plant-based!
Read morePros: Wonderful vegan dishes, Great ambience , Committed to clean healthy eating
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CeeDee
Points +153
Wow! Fine vegan dining with gluten-free in mind. - Edit
Wildest has one of the most creative vegan menus I've seen in a non-vegan restaurant. Many times, if I want to eat fine food at a nice restaurant, I'm negotiating around sides and asking a lot of questions to my server. Not here at Wildest, none of that was necessary!
Read moreGluten-free vegan ravioli. Do I actually need to say anything more?! The food here is fantastic. The atmosphere is fun and hip and open. My one regret is that it's more than 500 miles from home.
Check it out if you want to eat in a place which caters to all types of food eaters and especially treats vegans with love and respect.
Pros: Very creative vegan dishes, Lots of interesting vegan options, Gluten free didn't mean contains egg or milk!
Cons: Can get noisy
McBernstein
Great we’re going to try it tonight! Thank you for the review! Melissa
Read moreCeeDee
I hope you enjoy it! I tell everyone who is visiting Palm Springs to go, I am so impressed by their care. :-)
Read moreMcBernstein
We did!! Fantastic … fine vegan dining with tablecloths! Lol
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nickcarr
Points +33
Best vegan meal we had in the area - Edit
Extremely vegan friendly menu even though they serve a lot of meat as well. Several vegan options for apps/salads/entrees and desserts. Extremely friendly staff. Definitely the closest meal to an nyc vegan restaurant we had in the area
Read morePros: Lots of vegan options, Friendly staff
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JoshHyatt
Points +477
Great Place for a Vegan - Edit
This restaurant is wonderful and they have an amazing plant-based options. Beautiful setting and delicious food.
Read morePros: Great vegan options, Great outside setting
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Meesh121
Points +61
Slap your momma good - Edit
Oh my goodness gracious this place is delicious. I got the vegan scallops & they were to die for. I highly recommend them. The flourless chocolate cake was perfection. I’m not really a sweets person but I literally wanted to lick the plate. The caramel was amazing.
Read morePros: Delicious , Beautiful plates
Cons: None
JoshHyatt
I agree. The vegan scallops are amazing.
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Theveganmegan
Points +105
I LOVE IT HERE. - Edit
The food is delicious. Lots of vegan options. Love the atmosphere. Some nights they have live music. Great vibes.
Read morePros: Lots of vegan options. , Great ambiance. Sometimes live music!, Great service.
Cons: Fills up! Make a reservation.
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srf
Points +311
Good experience but didn’t like the plant based scallops - Edit
I had a good but not great experience here. I sat outside and the service was good. There were plenty of vegan options on the menu and most of what we shared was good. However, I thought the vegan scallops had a very strange aftertaste to them. I didn’t enjoy this dish, and would recommend getting something else if you dine here.
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Deille
Points +25
Great place! Also Gluten-free. - Edit
Loved it! Their menu caters to a variety of dining requirements and everyone was happy. I had the awesome Trumpet Mushroom Calamari with an addictive vegan Wasabi aioli and the Thai Quinoa Sesame Salad, which was light and fruity.
Read morePros: Vegan + gluten-free options!
Cons: A little pricey, but it is also not BAU food.
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Nicholas-L
Points +16
High-end Vegan Cuisine - Edit
This is my favorite vegan-friendly restaurant in the Coachella Valley. High quality ingredients deliver a unique flavor unlike anything I have had elsewhere. My favorite item is the vegan scallops (mushrooms). Upscale ambiance and wine selection make for a perfect date spot.
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TattedYankee
Points +376
Much better experience than last time - Edit
This time around I had a salad, lasagna, and dessert. The staff was on top of their game much better food this time around
Read moreI had the Chile rellano it was good, but the beans had a weird lime taste to them
My friend thought the same thing he finished the Chile rellano and hated the beans he barely touched them
Updated from previous review on 2019-06-17
Cons: Expensive
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eaglenws
Points +519
Excellent Vegan Choices - Edit
We had lunch at Wildest Greens today. My wife had a vegan burrito and I had a grilled veggie sandwich. Both were excellent. We then topped it off by splitting a slice of vegan cheesecake. All vegan items are clearly marked on the menu. I would highly recommend Wildest Greens to anyone passing through the area.
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Burning Bananas
Points +50
NOT WHAT IT USED TO BE - Edit
When this restaurant was Wildest Greens, we loved it. Actually drove from San Diego a couple times to specifically eat there. Had a full plant based menu and descent portions. The dining rooms m was friendly as was the staff.
Read moreFast forward to this weekend... everything has been redone.
The chill vegan place is now a upscale bar restaurant. With the focus being the bar. The dinner menu went from many vegan choices to 4. Seems they have lost the core values of being plant based. I would look elsewhere as the new menu is pricey, the servings are smaller and the staff just seems more focused on recommending things to puff up the check. Lastly they seem to run on a clock now. The first pass at the new restaurant we arrived around 4, they wouldn’t serve anything on the dinner menu until 5:30. WTF, we left and had dinner lover at Tanyas. A few days later we showed up about 1:30 for lunch and they promptly told us they close at 2 so the chef and prep dinner...
I used to recommend this place to my non vegan friends because it was awesome. It was my favorite vegan restaurant period. Not anymore. I’d pass on this one.
Sorry some changes are not good changes.
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alyssagoesplantbased
Points +18
We will be back! - Edit
Left full and happy! All family members said it was amazing! Most definitely try the vegan cheesecake, best I’ve ever had!
Read morePros: Lots of vegan-gluten free options
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The Veggie Cook
Points +1201
Very Good - Edit
Saw this on happycow so we stopped in to grab lunch while driving through the area recently. It's a nice little place that offers healthier food and lots of organic. We got a green juice, a fruit smoothie, the vegan chili, and a buddha bowl. Everything tasted good. The prices are not cheap but the quality is there.
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