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Johnny Costa's, Palm Springs, CA

Johnny Costa's

4.8
4.8
2261 Reviews
$31 to $50
Italian

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2 people
19:00
Booked 22 times today
  • Good for special occasions
  • Neighbourhood gem
  • Charming
From the classic Italian music to the candlelit tables, the nostalgic atmosphere at Johnny Costa’s Ristorante feels like traveling back to midcentury times. It’s no wonder Frank Sinatra was once a regular at this fine Italian restaurant, which has been honored by Palm Springs Life as best Italian restaurant for 10 consecutive years. The Costa family continues the legacy of late chef-owner Johnny Costa, who was pals with Sinatra when he moved to Hollywood from New York in the 1960s, and a decade later served as the singer’s personal chef at his desert home. Costa’s pedigree lives on in his legendary recipes, including his classic cioppino. Open for dinner at 5 p.m. Closed Sunday & Monday

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Italian, Seafood
  • Hours of Operation
    Dinner Tue–Thu 17:00–21:30 Fri, Sat 17:00–22:30
  • Phone number
    (760) 325-4556
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Executive Chef
    Vince Costa
  • Private party facilities
    Private banquet room available for groups of 15 – 35. Group/Banquet menus can be customized to fit your budget and group needs.
  • Area
    Palm Springs
  • Cross Street
    Ramon/Baristo
  • Parking details
    Parking in front of the restaurant on Palm Canyon Drive and a parking lot behind the restaurant on Indian Canyon Drive.
  • Public transit
    SunLine Public Transit
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Delivery, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeaway, View, Wine

What 2,261 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.8
4.8 based on recent ratings
  • 4.8Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.5Ambience
  • 4.4Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Palm Springs / Palm Desert Cities

    Italian

  • Palm Springs / Palm Desert

    Italian

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Johnny Costa's is celebrated as "the best Italian in the desert," offering "amazingly consistent" dishes and a warm, welcoming atmosphere. Guests praise the "exceptional service" and "excellent food," with favorites like veal parmigiana and tiramisu. A true Palm Springs institution, it promises a delightful dining experience every visit.

2,261 Reviews
  1. Joseph

    Los Angeles

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Had a great experience would highly recommend. Great food and ambiance

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  2. Scott

    VIP

    Palm Springs

    12 reviews

    5.0

    12 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Fantastic food and service. A little pricey but the quality and portions make it a good value. We accidentally arrived a half hour before our reservation but they graciously accommodated us.

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  3. Steven

    Sacramento

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Best lasagna and cream Brule we have ever eaten. Great friendly service. Asked for quiet table and got one. We will be back.

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  4. Steven

    New Orleans

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    I come to Palm Springs and Johnny costa’s every year for modernism week and every year the food and service are great.

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  5. Caren

    VIP

    Minneapolis

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Johnny Costas is one of our favorite Italian restaurants in Palm Springs, which includes Palm Desert, Rancho Mirage, etc. I have never had a bad meal and we have gone there many times in the last 6 years we have been wintering in Palm Springs. Their Eggplant Parmigiana is the best; however, other people in my family would argue that the chicken parmigiana or spaghetti and meatballs are the best. You cannot go wrong with anything you order. It is old school Italian food, Delicious.

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  6. Mike E

    Milwaukee

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    First time visit based on others experience. They were not wrong. Excellent meal and over priced. Definitely going back soon.

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  7. Jacci

    VIP

    Vancouver

    52 reviews

    5.0

    52 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Amazingly Amazing as always! Love the service, love the food, love the ambiance!

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  8. Connie

    Chicago

    40 reviews

    4.0

    40 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    We were expecting a much better Italian meal. My husband had the gnocchi and enjoyed it. My son had the eggplant Parmasean and thought it was great. I had the vegetable penne and it was fair at best. The vegetables were tasteless and the white sauce not very good. very disappointing. i only ate part of it and complained to the waiter. Salad and garlic bread were good. Mushroom soup was delicious. very elderly crowd and noisy! They we’re having a great time! I guess you need to know what to order! We won’t return.

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  9. Cindy

    VIP

    New Orleans

    8 reviews

    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Food was delicious!! Staff excellent!! Atmosphere Lovely

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  10. Stephen

    Palm Springs

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    As always, great food and engaging service. It's why it's one of our favorites.

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FAQs

Johnny Costa's offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (760) 325-4556.

Johnny Costa's is rated 4.8 stars by 2261 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a booking

2 people
19:00
Booked 22 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Johnny Costa's

440 S Palm Canyon Dr, Palm Springs, CA 92262-7304

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    Ramon/Baristo
  • Area
    Palm Springs
  • Hours of Operation
    Dinner Tue–Thu 17:00–21:30 Fri, Sat 17:00–22:30
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Italian, Seafood
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    Parking in front of the restaurant on Palm Canyon Drive and a parking lot behind the restaurant on Indian Canyon Drive.
  • Public transit
    SunLine Public Transit
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Vince Costa
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Delivery, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeaway, View, Wine
  • Phone number
    (760) 325-4556
  • Private party facilities
    Private banquet room available for groups of 15 – 35. Group/Banquet menus can be customized to fit your budget and group needs.
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