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Mole Palm Desert, Palm Desert, CA

Mole Palm Desert

4.6
4.6
285 Reviews
$30 and under
Mexican

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2 people
19:00
Booked 28 times today
  • Neighbourhood gem
  • Charming
  • Great for creative cocktails
Located at The Shops on El Paseo, Molé brings authentic flavors of Mexico to the community of Palm Desert, CA. We are proud to offer creative dishes made from scratch daily, such as Guaca-crab “jaracho” with diced mango; Colorado lamb shank adobo with ancho chile molé and minted cream; and, of course, molé con pollo made from 32 ingredients. Molé Comida showcases the pinnacle of modern Mexican cuisine by combining traditional recipes with contemporary techniques and presentation. With an unwavering focus on quality and creativity, every dish is a masterpiece that showcases Chef’s passion and skill. The restaurant’s elegant atmosphere, exceptional service, and exquisite cuisine make it a must-visit destination for food lovers seeking a one-of-a-kind culinary experience. Whether you’re celebrating a special occasion or indulging in a once-in-a-lifetime dining experience, Molé Comida promises to deliver an unforgettable culinary journey.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Mexican, Contemporary Mexican, Mexican / Southwestern
  • Hours of Operation
    Lunch Daily 11:30–16:00 Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 16:00–21:00 Fri, Sat 16:00–21:30
  • Phone number
    (760) 636-1269
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Executive Chef
    Roberto Madrid
  • Area
    Palm Desert
  • Parking details
    Private Lot
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeaway, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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Offers

  • Happy Hour

    Multiple dates available
    Sun - 16:00 - 17:00,Mon - Fri - 14:00 - 16:00, 16:00 - 17:00,Sat - 16:00 - 17:00
    🍹 Dive Into Happy Hour Bliss! 🌞 Join us every Monday to Friday, 2 PM - 5 PM, for an unforgettable Happy Hour experience! Unwind with our $10 signature Margaritas, ranging from the classic Casa to the exotic Guava, or kick back with $5 Draft Beers. Explore our select $10 wines for that perfect sip. 🌮 Tempt Your Taste Buds with our delicious Comida specials. From savory Beef Torpedoes to fresh Guaca-Crab Jarocho, we've got flavors that dazzle. ✨ Make your afternoons extraordinary. Let's toast to good times and great tastes. See you there!

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What 285 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.6
4.6 based on recent ratings
  • 4.6Food
  • 4.4Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.3Value

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Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Mole Palm Desert is a culinary gem, offering "elevated" Mexican cuisine with a creative twist. Patrons rave about the "delicious" mole and homemade tortilla chips. Guests appreciate the "wonderful service," notably from attentive staff like Matthew and Jenny. The vibrant ambiance and fresh ingredients make each visit memorable.

285 Reviews
  1. DARRYL

    VIP

    Los Angeles

    11 reviews

    5.0

    11 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Best food, best wait and service staff. Favorite place in PD.
    Mole Palm DesertResponded 1 day ago
    Dear guest, we appreciate the kind words and are glad we could provide you with a positive experience! Thank you. We look forward to seeing you soon!

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  2. Richard

    VIP

    Palm Springs

    43 reviews

    3.0

    43 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Not bad, but to my disappointment the menu has change and the food was just not as flavorful as previous visit. Good service.
    Mole Palm DesertResponded 1 day ago
    Thanks for the review, Richard. We're glad to hear that you found our service satisfactory. However, we're sorry to hear that our food did not meet your expectations. We continuously strive to enhance our flavors and your feedback is valuable to us. We hope to have the opportunity to serve you again and provide you with the excellent experience you deserve. - The Management Team at Mole Palm Desert

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  3. Elisabeth

    Palm Springs

    2 reviews

    4.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Great food and drinks. Just took a little longer than I expected but it was good!
    Mole Palm DesertResponded 2 days ago
    Thanks for visiting us, Elisabeth! We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed our food and drinks. We're always working on improving our service, and we apologize if it took longer than expected. We're glad you found it to be good and we look forward to your next visit!

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  4. Lisa

    VIP

    Palm Springs

    17 reviews

    3.0

    17 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 3
    We have been to Mole many times and I like the seared pollo dish. It was busy and the server did okay, usually we have better service. The chicken was overcooked and not as good as the other times. We tried to order a couple of Tequila's and you we out. Better luck next time? ,.
    Mole Palm DesertResponded 4 days ago
    Thanks for the review, Lisa. We're sorry to hear that your recent visit to Mole Palm Desert didn't meet your expectations. We strive to provide top-notch service and delicious food, and we're disappointed to hear that we fell short this time. We appreciate your feedback about the overcooked chicken and the Tequila's, and we'll definitely take it into consideration as we continually work to improve our guests' experiences. We hope to have the opportunity to serve you better in the future.

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  5. Cindy

    Seattle

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent experience! Rave reviews for the carne asada, lamb shank and shrimp enchiladas. Best tortilla chips ever! We will be back.
    Mole Palm DesertResponded 4 days ago
    Thanks for the review, Cindy! We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed our carne asada, lamb shank, and shrimp enchiladas. It's great to know that our tortilla chips hit the spot too! We're glad that we could provide you with an excellent experience at Mole Palm Desert. We can't wait to welcome you back for more of our delicious dishes. Cheers!

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  6. Sue

    Palm Springs

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The food and service were outstanding. Matthew waited on us and provided stellar service. We were so pleased with our experience and will definitely be back.
    Mole Palm DesertResponded 4 days ago
    Thanks for visiting us, Sue! We're thrilled to hear that you had an outstanding experience with our food and service. It's always our goal to provide top-notch service and delicious meals. We're glad that you found our staff's service to be outstanding. We appreciate your feedback and look forward to welcoming you back to Mole Palm Desert. Thanks again!

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  7. Sam

    VIP

    San Francisco

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Best Mexican food I ever had. Very creative and well presented.
    Mole Palm DesertResponded 4 days ago
    Hello Sam, We're overjoyed to hear that you had such a wonderful experience at Mole Palm Desert! It's fantastic to know that you found our food creative and well presented. Your kind words truly mean a lot to us. We strive to provide our guests with the best Mexican cuisine, and it's always rewarding to hear when we've succeeded. We look forward to serving you again soon. Best Regards, The Management Team

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  8. Mary

    Palm Springs

    9 reviews

    5.0

    9 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had a party of 7 for Christmas Eve ( my third time at Mole) all food is prepared with unique take on Mexico cuisine. Especially love the mole enchiladas, and lamb shanks. Everything on ment is flavorful and served with a nice presentation. Frank our server was great, and so was all who were there to welcome us! Drinks were delicious and unique. Will be back.
    Mole Palm DesertResponded 4 days ago
    Hello Mary, We're thrilled to hear that you and your party enjoyed your experiences at Mole Palm Desert! It's fantastic to know that our unique take on Mexican cuisine, especially the mole enchiladas and lamb shanks, left a memorable impression. We're also delighted that you loved our presentation and service. We can't wait to welcome you back for more memorable dining experiences. Thank you for your kind words and high ratings! Best regards, The Management Team

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  9. Daren

    VIP

    San Francisco

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 3
    Their food was bland and their salsa was horrible.
    Mole Palm DesertResponded 1 day ago
    Hello Daren, We're truly sorry to hear that your experience at Mole Palm Desert didn't meet your expectations. We strive to provide our guests with flavorful dishes and high-quality ingredients, and it's clear we missed the mark this time. We appreciate your feedback on our food and service, and we'll certainly take your comments into consideration as we continually work to improve our offerings. We hope you'll give us another chance to impress you in the future. Best, The Management Team

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  10. sharon

    VIP

    Vancouver

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on 23 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great food. Fresh flavours. Definitely recommend this restaurant.
    Mole Palm DesertResponded on 24 December 2024
    Hey Sharon, We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed your dining experience at Mole Palm Desert! It's wonderful to know that our fresh and flavorful food hit the mark and that you'd recommend us to others. We strive to provide our guests with a memorable dining experience and your kind words truly mean a lot to us. Thank you for the perfect rating and we look forward to serving you again soon! Best, The Management Team

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FAQs

Mole Palm Desert offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (760) 636-1269.

Mole Palm Desert is rated 4.6 stars by 285 OpenTable diners.

Mole Palm Desert does offer gift cards which you can purchase here.

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

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2 people
19:00
Booked 28 times today

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Google Map for Mole Palm Desert

73-130 El Paseo, Suite M, Palm Desert, CA 92260-4210

Additional information

  • Area
    Palm Desert
  • Hours of Operation
    Lunch Daily 11:30–16:00 Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 16:00–21:00 Fri, Sat 16:00–21:30
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Mexican, Contemporary Mexican, Mexican / Southwestern
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    Private Lot
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Roberto Madrid
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeaway, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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