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Catalan Mediterranean Cuisine, Rancho Mirage, CA

Catalan Mediterranean Cuisine

4.5
4.5
2138 Reviews
$31 to $50
Spanish

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2 people
22:30
Booked 15 times today
  • Neighbourhood gem
  • Good for groups
  • Good for special occasions
Nestled on HWY 111 in beautiful Rancho Mirage. We specialize in Western Mediterranean cuisine bringing forth tastes from Italy, Spain, France and Greece while incorporating local and seasonal ingredients. Our Paella mixta and Spanish Tapas are an exclusive experience in the Desert. Indulge in our tender charred deep water octopus, 3 month house made lemoncello, and other guest favorites.

With our beautiful atrium to enjoy during cooler months, complimented by the sweet sounds of George Christian and his live guitar which features Spanish flamenco and a mix of classic rock, Catalan is an experience to be had.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Spanish, Tapas / Small Plates, Seafood
  • Hours of Operation
    Daily 17:00–21:00
  • Phone number
    (760) 770-9508
  • Website
    http://www.catalanrestaurants.com/
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Catering
    Catalan Mediterranean Cuisine in Rancho Mirage offers exceptional catering with Mediterranean-inspired dishes like paellas, seafood, and more. Customizable packages ensure your event is memorable, with top-notch service and flavors that bring the Mediterranean to your special occasion.
  • Private party facilities
    Whether celebrating a special occasion with family and friends or hosting a corporate event, “Catalan Mediterranean Cuisine” can accommodate all your special event needs.
  • Location
    70026 Hwy 111, Rancho Mirage, CA 92270
  • Area
    Rancho Mirage
  • Cross Street
    Between Frank Sinatra & Country Club
  • Parking details
    Self Parking
  • Entertainment
    Featuring live music -Acoustic Spanish Guitar- every Thursday - Saturday at 6PM during season (Nov. - May) Hours subject to change, please call for details.
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Kosher, Non-Smoking, Outdoor Firepit, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeaway, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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Menu

For the Table

  • House Marinated Spanish OlivesUS$7.00

    Roasted garlic, herbs, chili flakes and olive oil.

    • Chef's Mixed Tapas PlateUS$35.00

      Goat cheese-stuffed piquillo peppers, smoked chorizo, and garlic shrimp.

      • Roasted Bone Marrow & Grilled BreadUS$30.00

        With orange marmalade and smoked sea salt.

        To Start

        • Arugula & Granny Smith ApplesUS$12.00

          Spanish blue cheese, shaved onions, toasted almonds, with cranberry vinaigrette.

          • Mediterranean WedgeUS$12.00

            Queso cabrales dressing with heirloom tomatoes, smoked bacon, and shaved hard-boiled egg.

            • Romaine SaladUS$14.00

              With anchovy dressing, and crispy parmesan cheese wafer.

              • Heirloom & BurrataUS$20.00

                Sliced Heirloom Tomatoes, Red Onions, Fresh Basil, Saba

                • Charred Deep Water Spanish OctopusUS$28.00

                  Chickpea puree, fresno chili, olive chimichurri, and smoked paprika.

                  • Crispy Buttermilk Chicken LiversUS$18.00

                    With cauliflower puree, queso cabrales, and saba.

                    • Steamed Carlsbad MusslesUS$25.00

                      Fuet sausage, saffron broth, garlic herbs, and fennel pollen.

                      Cheese & Charcuterie

                      All charcuterie boards are served with grissini. Additional $4 per grilled bread order.

                      • Jamon Iberico de Bellota

                        • 3 ozUS$60.00
                        • 5 ozUS$90.00
                        • 8 ozUS$140.00

                      • Chorizo Soria, Serrano Ham & Manchego CheeseUS$40.00

                        Pickled cauliflower, whole grain mustard, Coachella date honey

                        • Hot Chorizo Palacios, Iberico Salchicon & San Simon CheeseUS$40.00

                          Fig jam, candied walnuts, and basque peppers.

                          • Catalan Fuet, French Brie & Grilled BreadUS$30.00

                            Cornichons, roasted garlic, and orange marmalade.

                            Pasta & Paella

                            • Paella MixtaUS$38.00

                              Our take on a Spanish classic. Prepared with regional spices and piquillo peppers sofrito. Calamari, chicken, chorizo, shrimp, mussels, saffron, and bomba rice.

                              • Cavatappi, Beef Cheek & Truffle ButterUS$35.00

                                Shiitake mushrooms, cotija cheese.

                                • Black Spaguetti & Rock ShrimpUS$35.00

                                  Nduja, Calabrian chili, herbs, garlic, and white wine.

                                  • Creamy Seafood PastaUS$35.00

                                    Jumbo Shrimp, Calamari, Cod, Salmon, Cream, Basil, Cherry tomatoes, Linguini pasta

                                    • Bucatini & GuancialeUS$32.00

                                      Garlic, Calabrian chili, herbs, manchego cheese, toasted bread crumbs, and fried egg.

                                      From the Sea

                                      • Pan Seared Eastern Diver ScallopsUS$45.00

                                        Roasted brussels sprouts, butternut squash puree, garlic.

                                        • Pan Roasted Wild SalmonUS$35.00

                                          Braised escarole, white beans, and saffron aioli.

                                          • Snow CodUS$40.00

                                            Mango relish, almondine green beans, sweet barbeque, and sauce drizzle.

                                            • Catalan Summer Salad with Jumbo ShrimpUS$28.00

                                              Strawberry Vinaigrette, mango, goat cheese, arugula, sweet coconut, red and green bell pepper.

                                              From the Land

                                              • Grilled Colorado Rack of LambUS$48.00

                                                Sauteed green cabbage, mint, harissa aioli, saffron oil.

                                                • 1/2 Roasted Marinated Jidori ChickenUS$32.00

                                                  With roasted baby carrots, and salsa verde.

                                                  • Lone Pine Ranch Braised Beef Short RibsUS$40.00

                                                    Cauliflower puree, crispy leeks, red wine reduction.

                                                    • Pan Roasted Pork CollarUS$38.00

                                                      Cognac butter, butternut squash puree, sweet barbecue sauce drizzle.

                                                      • 12 oz Prime RibeyeUS$52.00

                                                        With crushed Yukon gold potatoes.

                                                        • Tomahawk Steak for 2US$120.00

                                                          Choice of two half-salads and one side.

                                                          • 8 oz Filet MignonUS$48.00

                                                            Red wine reduction, almondine green beans.

                                                            Sides

                                                            • Charred Shishito PeppersUS$10.00

                                                              Lime, Maldon sea salt.

                                                              • Crispy Yukon Gold PotatoesUS$10.00

                                                                Garlic, herbs, pecorino.

                                                                • Cauliflower PureeUS$10.00

                                                                  Cotija cheese, white truffle oil.

                                                                  • Roasted Baby CarrotsUS$10.00

                                                                    Garlic, salsa verde.

                                                                    • Grilled AsparagusUS$10.00

                                                                      White Truffle Oil

                                                                      • Roasted Local CornUS$10.00

                                                                        Chorizo Soria and Poblano Peppers

                                                                        Desserts

                                                                        • Chocolate and Caramel TorteUS$10.00

                                                                          Caramel Drizzle.

                                                                          • Valencia Rice PuddingUS$9.00

                                                                            Macerated strawberries.

                                                                            • Catalan Caramel Cream CustardUS$9.00

                                                                              With Malton Sea Salt.

                                                                              • Sorbet of the DayUS$9.00

                                                                                • Banana & Cream Cheese BuñuelosUS$14.00

                                                                                  Caramel, cinnamon, sugar, and vanilla ice cream.

                                                                                  • Chocolate Filled Spanish ChurrosUS$14.00

                                                                                    Cinnamon and sugar for two.

                                                                                    • Spanish CoffeeUS$9.00

                                                                                      Myers Dark Rum, Kahlua, Triple Sec, coffee, and whipped cream.

                                                                                      • "3 Month" House-Made LemoncelloUS$12.00

                                                                                        Dessert Drinks

                                                                                        • Armagnac de Montal, FRUS$10.00

                                                                                          • W & H Dry Sack Sherry, ESUS$10.00

                                                                                            • Croft Distinction, PortoUS$12.00

                                                                                              • Taylor 10 Yr Tawny, PortoUS$12.00

                                                                                                • Taylor 20 Yr Tawny, PortoUS$12.00

                                                                                                  • Volpaia "Chianti Classico" GrappaUS$17.00

                                                                                                    • Michele Chiarlo "Grappa di Moscata"US$18.00

                                                                                                      Last updated: 3 February 2022

                                                                                                      What 2,138 people are saying

                                                                                                      Overall ratings and reviews

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

                                                                                                      4.5
                                                                                                      4.5 based on recent ratings
                                                                                                      • 4.5Food
                                                                                                      • 4.7Service
                                                                                                      • 4.3Ambience
                                                                                                      • 4.2Value

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                                                                                                      Review summary

                                                                                                      AI-generated from verified diner reviews
                                                                                                      Catalan Mediterranean Cuisine offers delightful tapas and Mediterranean dishes with "excellent food and service." The restaurant features a cozy interior and friendly staff, enhancing the dining experience. Notably, the "scallops were made to perfection," and the "red sangria" is highly recommended. While some reviews mention service and temperature issues, the new management promises improvements.

                                                                                                      2,138 Reviews

                                                                                                      1. Rebecca

                                                                                                        Palm Springs

                                                                                                        6 reviews

                                                                                                        5.0

                                                                                                        6 reviews

                                                                                                        Dined 3 days ago

                                                                                                        1. Overall 5
                                                                                                        2. Food 5
                                                                                                        3. Service 5
                                                                                                        4. Ambience 5
                                                                                                        My family and I enjoyed a lovely meal for Christmas Eve after church. Although our reservation was for 7 we arrived about 15 minutes early and were seated right away. The staff were attentive and constantly came to the table to offer drinks, more bread, and filled up water glasses. We ordered paella, mussels, ribeye, scallops and seafood pasta. All were delicious. The restaurant seemed busy so it did take a little longer to get food but we were offered a deliciousness custard desert on the house for our wait.

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                                                                                                      2. Chihhan

                                                                                                        Los Angeles

                                                                                                        2 reviews

                                                                                                        5.0

                                                                                                        2 reviews

                                                                                                        Dined 7 days ago

                                                                                                        1. Overall 5
                                                                                                        2. Food 5
                                                                                                        3. Service 5
                                                                                                        4. Ambience 5
                                                                                                        Great service. Great food. We had a wonderful night.

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                                                                                                      3. Doug

                                                                                                        Palm Springs

                                                                                                        30 reviews

                                                                                                        5.0

                                                                                                        30 reviews

                                                                                                        Dined on 18 December 2024

                                                                                                        1. Overall 5
                                                                                                        2. Food 5
                                                                                                        3. Service 5
                                                                                                        4. Ambience 4
                                                                                                        Rack of lamb, paella and the octopus were all excellent! Darwin is an excellent server. Really enjoyed our evening.
                                                                                                        Catalan Mediterranean CuisineResponded 7 days ago
                                                                                                        Thank you. We will let Darwin know>

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                                                                                                      4. Jaime

                                                                                                        Palm Springs

                                                                                                        2 reviews

                                                                                                        5.0

                                                                                                        2 reviews

                                                                                                        Dined on 15 December 2024

                                                                                                        1. Overall 5
                                                                                                        2. Food 5
                                                                                                        3. Service 5
                                                                                                        4. Ambience 5
                                                                                                        What a pleasant atmosphere and now family owned business, from the moment you step in you are greeted with a beautiful smile from Angela, nice ambiance music and great atmosphere overall. Gotta try the passion fruit margarita, loved the food and paella, delish. Raphael, the new manager was most welcoming and their crew, from the waiters to the bussers were all great. Excellent service and food. We will definitely go back to try more of their food.
                                                                                                        Catalan Mediterranean CuisineResponded 7 days ago
                                                                                                        Thank you. Yes we are excited to be running the restaurant with new fresh energy!

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                                                                                                      5. Janet

                                                                                                        Palm Springs

                                                                                                        6 reviews

                                                                                                        5.0

                                                                                                        6 reviews

                                                                                                        Dined on 15 December 2024

                                                                                                        1. Overall 5
                                                                                                        2. Food 5
                                                                                                        3. Service 5
                                                                                                        4. Ambience 5
                                                                                                        The food is outrageously delicious. The ambience is open and inviting. We felt as if I were actually in Spain. After Covid, we are very particular about where we go to eat and this is our new favorite restaurant.
                                                                                                        Catalan Mediterranean CuisineResponded 7 days ago
                                                                                                        Thank you for the lovely review.

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                                                                                                      6. Judith

                                                                                                        VIP

                                                                                                        San Francisco

                                                                                                        37 reviews

                                                                                                        5.0

                                                                                                        37 reviews

                                                                                                        Dined on 13 December 2024

                                                                                                        1. Overall 5
                                                                                                        2. Food 5
                                                                                                        3. Service 5
                                                                                                        4. Ambience 5
                                                                                                        New owners; same delicious menu! Kind of a hidden gem that deserves more attention.
                                                                                                        Catalan Mediterranean CuisineResponded 7 days ago
                                                                                                        We are excited to be a part of this restaurant and add some fresh young energy!

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                                                                                                      7. Susan

                                                                                                        Chicago

                                                                                                        8 reviews

                                                                                                        5.0

                                                                                                        8 reviews

                                                                                                        Dined on 11 December 2024

                                                                                                        1. Overall 5
                                                                                                        2. Food 4
                                                                                                        3. Service 5
                                                                                                        4. Ambience 4
                                                                                                        A really nice experience on a Tuesday night. It was quiet (and late) on a week night but our servers were gracious. Scallops and saffron risotto were terrific with fresh spinach that was just wilted on top. Mixed paella was also good. Wines were fresh which was appreciated.

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                                                                                                      8. Juan

                                                                                                        Palm Springs

                                                                                                        1 review

                                                                                                        1.0

                                                                                                        1 review

                                                                                                        Dined on 11 December 2024

                                                                                                        1. Overall 1
                                                                                                        2. Food 2
                                                                                                        3. Service 2
                                                                                                        4. Ambience 1
                                                                                                        Not attention to details: Serrano dry, cut too much in advance, manchego not clean ( 60% with part of the bark) coliflor, just seasoned with vinegar, burned toast. Prime rib eye, over cooked. Potatoes too grease with vegetable oil. crema catalana: HORRIBLE, not topped with sugar instead a caramel at the bottom , vanilla from extract a dull presentation. No music ambient. Floor cleaning (fabulous) over power de salon smells ( no ideal for enjoyment of food). Service, average.
                                                                                                        Catalan Mediterranean CuisineResponded on 17 December 2024
                                                                                                        Dear Juan, Thank you for sharing your feedback. I sincerely apologize for your recent visit. As the new owner of Catalan effective 12/10, I take your comments seriously and I am committed to addressing these concerns. We aim to provide exceptional service and it clear we fell short during your visit. I hope you will give us a another chance to show you the high quality experience Catalan is meant to provide.

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                                                                                                      9. Steve

                                                                                                        Portland

                                                                                                        100 reviews

                                                                                                        5.0

                                                                                                        100 reviews

                                                                                                        Dined on 10 December 2024

                                                                                                        1. Overall 5
                                                                                                        2. Food 5
                                                                                                        3. Service 5
                                                                                                        4. Ambience 5
                                                                                                        Outstanding in every way. Interesting and varied menu with many pasta and paella offerings. Many appetizers to chose from. We shared the burrata/beet salad and octopus. Both were fantastic. I had the bucatini, my wife had one of the paellas. Again both fabulous. The portions were so large we took home enough for dinner the next night. Also, decent wines by the glass. We were too full for dessert but I would bet that it would be as good as everything else. Excellent!

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                                                                                                      10. Melanie

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                                                                                                        Los Angeles

                                                                                                        27 reviews

                                                                                                        5.0

                                                                                                        27 reviews

                                                                                                        Dined on 7 December 2024

                                                                                                        1. Overall 5
                                                                                                        2. Food 5
                                                                                                        3. Service 5
                                                                                                        4. Ambience 4
                                                                                                        I was surprised this place wasn’t more crowded. We had great service and a delicious meal. Bone marrow and octopus starters were both excellent. I had a paella and well it wasn’t Spain level perfect. It was really flavorful good!
                                                                                                        Catalan Mediterranean CuisineResponded 7 days ago
                                                                                                        Bone marrow always a winner! Thank you!

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                                                                                                      FAQs

                                                                                                      Catalan Mediterranean Cuisine offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (760) 770-9508.

                                                                                                      Catalan Mediterranean Cuisine is rated 4.5 stars by 2138 OpenTable diners.

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

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                                                                                                      2 people
                                                                                                      22:30
                                                                                                      Booked 15 times today

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                                                                                                      Google Map for Catalan Mediterranean Cuisine

                                                                                                      70026 Hwy 111, Rancho Mirage, CA 92270

                                                                                                      Additional information

                                                                                                      • Cross Street
                                                                                                        Between Frank Sinatra & Country Club
                                                                                                      • Area
                                                                                                        Rancho Mirage
                                                                                                      • Hours of Operation
                                                                                                        Daily 17:00–21:00
                                                                                                      • Price
                                                                                                        $31 to $50
                                                                                                      • Cuisines
                                                                                                        Spanish, Tapas / Small Plates, Seafood
                                                                                                      • Dining style
                                                                                                        Casual Dining
                                                                                                      • Dress code
                                                                                                        Smart Casual
                                                                                                      • Parking details
                                                                                                        Self Parking
                                                                                                      • Payment Options
                                                                                                        AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
                                                                                                      • Entertainment
                                                                                                        Featuring live music -Acoustic Spanish Guitar- every Thursday - Saturday at 6PM during season (Nov. - May) Hours subject to change, please call for details.
                                                                                                      • Additional
                                                                                                        Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Kosher, Non-Smoking, Outdoor Firepit, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeaway, Wheelchair Access, Wine
                                                                                                      • Website
                                                                                                        http://www.catalanrestaurants.com/
                                                                                                      • Phone number
                                                                                                        (760) 770-9508
                                                                                                      • Catering
                                                                                                        Catalan Mediterranean Cuisine in Rancho Mirage offers exceptional catering with Mediterranean-inspired dishes like paellas, seafood, and more. Customizable packages ensure your event is memorable, with top-notch service and flavors that bring the Mediterranean to your special occasion.
                                                                                                      • Private party facilities
                                                                                                        Whether celebrating a special occasion with family and friends or hosting a corporate event, “Catalan Mediterranean Cuisine” can accommodate all your special event needs.

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