We stumbled on this jewel by accident and I am so glad we did. The ambiance is great. We sat at the bar and the bartenders were friendly and funny. They helped me pick a delicious wine and even helped us with the menu choices. We started with the escargot. Absolutely delicious!! I love the garlicky sauce with the crisp bread and the perfectly cooked escargot. The lobster was fantastic with a dijan sauce. Unbelievable! Lobster ravioli was great but I must mention the amazing bread. They bring a basket with the meal and it is very good. We didn’t have reservations but they were happy to allow us to sit at the bar. I even had jeans on. What a treat. I definitely recommend this jewel to anyone who wants true Italian. Wish I could have tried desert but I was stuffed.
I went with 4 kids and the server David was fabulous. He treated them like anyone else. Some places look down on kids. He was amazing, knowledgeable, funny, friendly and not to mention good looking.
My kids adored him. The food was amazing. My son devoured the 1/2 pound of crab legs. The garlic bread was so yummy and the Tiramisu was to die for.
Excellent atmosphere and music. Fantastic food and service. I would recommend to everyone. Can't wait to come back and visit on our next trip to the desert .
Total class, ultimate service, excellent food. What a great vibe the place has. From the live piano music in the bar, to the friendly and professional staff. We make it a point to make our Christmas Eve dinner reservations well in advance. We wouldn’t want to miss out. Thanks Castelli’s!
I go here every time I'm in the desert. Great vibe (live piano/singer is really nice), excellent food and service. Brought my bf and his mom last night, their first time. They both loved it. Garlic bread is to die for.
Our first time, thoroughly impressed by perfect fettuccini, lobster tails, lobster ravioli! And, the garlic bread, so good! Our waiter, Tony, was very attentive! Nice evening indeed.
Food was amazing. Had the fettucinne Alfredo with shrimp. We had a great dinner with appetizers, wine 2 meals and tiramasu. Under $120. Would highly recommend
I would have gone 3.75 if that were possible, but 4 was a little to much. Had the Veal Ribeye with a side of Pesto Gnocchi. Wasn't thrilled that it was an up charge for the gnocchi, but it was worth it. The ribeye was good, nearly perfectly cooked, but almost to much char on the outside. Internally it was perfect and tasty though. We shared the Creme Brûlée at the end and it was a great finish to a lovely meal. The service was impeccable. Tony, our waiter, was awesome. Price was a touch high, but I'd go back again if I'm ever in Palm Desert again.
Food is very good. Atmosphere is old school, but so are the customers! Very busy place. The pork chop is very good.
A little place w great food.. Have to agree w Lisa... I have had the best Pork -Chops at this Italian restaurant. Everything about this place speaks of Italian Hospitality. It may be a bit small, but the food, wine selection, and service was all great. If you can find it, this place is worth a visit. Try the pork-chops.
Pork Chops are the best. This restaurant has a lot of atmosphere, and it can be really busy. However, my husband and I always try to eat here whenever we are in Palm Springs. I love the pork chops; they are a "signature dish" for Castelli's and they are great.
We spend 2 to 3 months each year in Italy and the rest of our time here in the desert. Castelli's is our go to place in the desert with an amazing old school atmosphere, John at the bar and his staff are wonderful, wait staff is on point and the best part of all is their food. Their Osso Bucco is legendary and rightfully so. Add in their terrific wine list and you have a place not to miss...see you soon!!
If you want a memorable, positive dining experience, this is the place! Very pretty on the inside and personable hostesses and waitstaff. And the food!!! Delicious. I had Osso Bucco (first time ever having it) and it was sublime. Perfectly cooked. Also you must try the Spumoni Ice Cream Pie. Flavor for days!! I highly recommend this establishment and we will come back next time we are in town.
I can’t rave about this delicious old school Italian restaurant enough! We booked a reservation for a family reunion meal that far exceeded our expectations. We had a blast. I ordered the lamb and bruschetta and both were far beyond my expectations and very delicious. The atmosphere, the service, the food!! Drinks and wine are A+ too. You won’t be disappointed here, you fact you might just enjoy the best meal of your life. I whole heartedly recommend Castelli’s !!!!
Oh my heavens, best restaurant I've eaten at in all of Palm Springs! This is a classic, "old school" Italian restaurant right out of the 50's and 60's. Reminds me of Angelo's in Little Italy district of Manhattan. Amazing service, amazing menu, great wine list and the food was spectacular!!! Wonderful evening, thank you!
beautiful, lovely food, good sized portions
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