Mario's Italian Café | Best Italian Restaurant in Palm Desert, CA | Italian Restaurant near me
Palm Desert
Ciao! Step through the door on CA-111 and find yourself in a beloved Coachella Valley landmark — where the murals tell stories, Dean Martin plays in the background, and Mario himself may stop by your table.
Right in the heart of the Valley
Just around the corner from El Paseo and McCallum Theatre, this is where snowbirds, college students, and longtime locals all pull up a chair and feel right at home.
Find us on CA-111
Mario's Italian Café
Address: 73155 CA-111, Palm Desert, CA 92260
Phone: (760) 341-1130
Hours:
Daily: 11 AM–9 PM.
Lots of parking is available right along the strip.
Palm Desert's Top-Rated Choice for Authentic Family Italian
Our Palm Desert guests consistently praise Mario's Italian Cafe for its cozy, family-friendly atmosphere and attentive service. Reviewers rave about the massive, shareable portions of traditional Italian favorites, highlighting the incredibly fresh pizzas, rich carbonara, and great value.
A step back in time
Hand-painted murals, chrome counter stools, and the Valley's famous $5 glass of wine — Chianti, Chablis, or Burgundy. Wednesday nights bring Prime Rib at 5 PM that keeps regulars coming back.
All of our locations
Mario's has five homes across the Coachella Valley — find the one nearest you.
