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Cuistot
Cuistot offers fine California/French cuisine and is located at the Southwest intersection of Highway 111 and El Paseo. Cuistot has consistently earned top ratings in the Zagat Survey and was named one of six restaurants in the United States to score a perfect 100 for food by the Conde Nast Traveler. Dine under the stars on our beautiful terrace overlooking a desert water oasis or in one of our elegant dining rooms.
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143 Current Reviews
Summary of Diner Ratings & Reviews
Overall
(Outstanding)
4.3
/
5
Rating Breakdown 143 reviews
5 stars
(76)
4 stars
(42)
3 stars
(15)
2 stars
(5)
1 star
(5)
Food
(Outstanding)
4.3
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
4.1
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
4.4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
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Diners classify this restaurant as:
- special occasion(94)
- fit for foodies(79)
- notable wine list(74)
- romantic(74)
- great for outdoor dining(54)
- good for groups(35)
Cuistot Reviews List
Review 1 for Cuistot
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Go for the ambiance
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"The truffle pasta was good, and the salad was excellent. I was disappointed in the spinach flan, lobster claw appetizer and especially the lemon meringue tart for dessert. The service was wonderful and the atmosphere was tranquil."
Dined on 5/12/2013
Special Features: romantic, great for lunch, special occasion
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Review 2 for Cuistot
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
Not so Good for Brunch
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Poor)
1
/
5
Ambiance
(Fair)
2
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Have been to Cuistot for dinner a couple of the times, and the food and service were great. However, the food and service for brunch not so great."
Dined on 5/12/2013
Special Features: special occasion
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Review 3 for Cuistot
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
My New Favorite in the Desert!
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"I live in Newport Beach and only get to our home in Palm Desert when my husband drags me there (I love the water he loves to play golf) but this was a special weekend I was going to have lunch with a friend of 40 years that I hadn't seen in 15 years along with her mother and sister. I was bringing my mother and my grown son and his fiance. Not knowing where to have this reunion I relied on OpenTable and websites. I wanted someplace where we could talk and have a leisurely lunch and good food. Cuistot was the PERFECT place the atmosphere was lovely, the wait staff very attentive and food superb! The Chef/Owner stopped by twice to make sure we were pleased. We stayed 3½ hours! It is expensive but worth every dollar! You won't be disappointed!"
Dined on 5/11/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, great for outdoor dining, great for brunch, romantic, notable wine list, great for lunch, special occasion
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Review 4 for Cuistot
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
MOTHERS DAY BRUNCH
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Poor)
1
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"THIS IS ONE RESTAURANTS IN THE DESERT. WE HAVE BEEN THERE MANY TIMES FOR LUNCH, DINNER, AND HAPPY HOUR. I LIKED THIS RESTAURANT SO MUCH I INVITED MY FAMILY FOR MOTHERS DAY. I WAS TOTALLY EMBARRASSED! THE FOOD-FOUR MEMBERS OF MY FAMILY HAD AN EGG DISH. THE POACHED EGGS WERE OVER DONE. MY COUSIN HAD HALF AN EGG SHELL ON HER PLATE. THE WHITE CHOCOLATE CHEESECAKE WAS DIVINE. THE SERVICE-IN ONE WORD-HORRIBLE. MY HUSBAND ASKED THE MAITRE'D IF THEY ONLY HIRED THE SERVERS FOR THE DAY. SHE TOLD HIM THEY WERE REGULAR STAFF. I HAD TO WAIT ABOUT 15 MINUTES TO GET A CUP OF COFFEE. AND IT GOES ON. I WAS SO DISAPPOINTED THAT WE WILL NOT GO BACK."
Dined on 5/12/2013
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Review 5 for Cuistot
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Mid May in the Desert
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"We had as personalized-as-service-can-be service. Not only a knowledgeable waiter, but a lot of attention from the sommelier, as well as the chef-owner. Needless to say, we had a superb experience food, wine , and comfort wise. Fantastic preparation of the meal, and a superbly crafted wine list, with equally superb pricing. Believe me they certainly have Domaine Romanee Conti on the list, but also a lot of very well selected more modestly prices offerings. Even at that, in virtually every case, they had the "right" vintage rather than the "wrong" vintage in their selections. Bravo."
Dined on 5/10/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
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Review 6 for Cuistot
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Wine dinner
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"I was at Cuistot for a 'special event' dinner - a wine dinner featuring Willamette Winery. It was all very delicious.
And I would go again for another wine event."
And I would go again for another wine event."
Dined on 5/08/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies
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Review 7 for Cuistot
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Cuistot delivers
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"We have dined at Cuistot a number of times over the years and have always found the food and service to be consistent. We recently dined at the restaurant when they were serving two large groups. When we walked in, we were a bit worried we would be "forgotten" by the servers, but it was obvious they tried to keep track of us and we had no issues. Food was great, I always try to go with the specials for that evening. Try to dine on the patio if available and the weather is nice - great ambience."
Dined on 5/08/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, great for outdoor dining, notable wine list
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Review 8 for Cuistot
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"We attended the Williamette Valley wine dinner. The food was not nearly up to the standard we have come to expect from Cuistot. The veal was so under-cooked and not tender at all. Some veggies were overlooked while others were undercooked. The wine was good, but did not seem to pair very well with each course."
Dined on 5/08/2013
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Review 9 for Cuistot
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Great experience. Quiet, great design, good for more planned dinning out times. Recommend. bit expensive but worth it."
Dined on 5/05/2013
Special Features: romantic, special occasion
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Review 10 for Cuistot
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Great for girlfriend lunch
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Fair)
2
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"My friend and I had a lovely lunch at Cuistot. I had the scallop salad which was divine and she had a shrimp salad which she said was yummy as well. Our server was very attentive and the overall ambiance of the restaurant is just lovely. The only thing I didn't like was that apparently they offer fashion shows during lunch (which we were not aware of) and the model was going around from table to table before the show to talk about the store where she models and what they offer. I found that intrusive - I was there to enjoy a nice lunch with a friend who was moving away, not to watch a fashion show, and it put a damper on an otherwise wonderful experience."
Dined on 4/30/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for outdoor dining, notable wine list, romantic, great for lunch, special occasion
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Review 11 for Cuistot
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Almost perfect/
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Except for the front manager, this is an outstanding restaurant. The manager is generally not friendly and his overall manners are lacking. A high end restaurant should have a better representative dealing directly with the public."
Dined on 04/27/2013
2008
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, great for outdoor dining, romantic, special occasion
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Review 12 for Cuistot
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
The Cheese souffle for lunch
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"The Cheese souffle for lunch was fabulous. Enjoyed a lively room and informal modeling from local retailers."
Dined on 04/26/2013
2007
Special Features: fit for foodies, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion, great for lunch
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Review 13 for Cuistot
Overall rating
(Poor)
1
/
5
We were seated in the Brasserie
Food
(Poor)
1
/
5
Service
(Poor)
1
/
5
Ambiance
(Poor)
1
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"We were seated in the Brasserie 25 area, next to the doors the waiters use to serve those seated outdoors (noisy). After 20 minutes we walked out because no one had come by to greet us, give us a wine list, or take our order. (We did receive bread after about 10 minutes.) It was not crowded (Tuesday night). A waiter was serving a table of four nearby but he did not approach us. Also, a guest in the regular restaurant approached a manager type to get drinks for his table. Horrible. I cannot rate the food because I never had any."
Dined on 04/23/2013
2006
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Review 14 for Cuistot
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
the $25 brassiere menu is
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"the $25 brassiere menu is a great value. many choices. substantial portions. well prepared and beautifully presented."
Dined on 04/20/2013
2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, special occasion
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Review 15 for Cuistot
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Best food in town with a great
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Best food in town with a great wine list. Service was great and even the chef came out to ask how we enjoyed the meal."
Dined on 04/21/2013
2013
Special Features: notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
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Review 16 for Cuistot
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
So Tasty
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"We were warmly greeted and shown to our booth. Our server was extremely helpful and very attentive.
The food was so tasty and the fillet was cooked to perfection, everything on my plate was delicious.
When we were leaving our smiling valet already had our car waiting and cooling in the desert heat, just a perfect place to go. Bernard came by to chat after we had eaten, it was extremely good and I would highly recommend it"
The food was so tasty and the fillet was cooked to perfection, everything on my plate was delicious.
When we were leaving our smiling valet already had our car waiting and cooling in the desert heat, just a perfect place to go. Bernard came by to chat after we had eaten, it was extremely good and I would highly recommend it"
Dined on 04/20/2013
2012
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for outdoor dining, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion, great for lunch
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Review 17 for Cuistot
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
We were there for the $25
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"We were there for the $25 prix fixe dinner in the brasserie, It was an excellent value."
Dined on 04/16/2013
2009
Special Features: fit for foodies
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Review 18 for Cuistot
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Go there
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"This arguably is the finest restaurant in the Coachella Valley. You can tick off all the pluses but the bottom line is that you can't find any better cuisine, wine selection and service. We loved the Pouilly-Fume, Loire Valley, the Bouillabaisse and the Young Duck Oven Roasted with Spices.
Great way to celebrate my wife's 80th."
Dined on 04/16/2013
2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for outdoor dining, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
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Review 19 for Cuistot
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
The Bistro 25 fixed price
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"The Bistro 25 fixed price 3 course menu is an outstanding value. Many excellent choices offered. This upscale French restaurant has great ambiance, terrific food and an extensive wine list - although somewhat on the expensive side. Definitely worth a visit if anywhere in the Palm Springs/Palm Desert area."
Dined on 04/09/2013
2009
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, great for outdoor dining, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
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Review 20 for Cuistot
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
A Wonderful Choice
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"For a special occasion or a nice lunch or dinner date, this restaurant is a wonderful choice..."
Dined on 04/09/2013
2011
Special Features: good for groups, great for outdoor dining, special occasion, great for lunch
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Review 21 for Cuistot
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Great spot, but not on Holidays
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"This is a great fine dining spot...just do not go on a major holiday like Valentine's Day or Mother's Day. They do best when they are not crowded. Floor and reservation management has been an issue for this place for years. having said that, the food is very good and the wait staff is as well. The wine list (and the wine director) are terrific. There are lots of reasonably priced quality wines on the list.
This is a beautiful restaurant, and we continue to dine here, even after a number of issues over the years."
This is a beautiful restaurant, and we continue to dine here, even after a number of issues over the years."
Dined on 04/06/2013
2006
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, great for outdoor dining, notable wine list, special occasion
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Review 22 for Cuistot
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service was poor or maybe
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Poor)
1
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Service was poor or maybe just disorganized. Food was excellent."
Dined on 04/05/2013
2006
Special Features: fit for foodies
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Review 23 for Cuistot
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
The food was superbly prepared
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"The food was superbly prepared and the price was comparable to other restaurants of its magnitude in the area."
Dined on 04/03/2013
2013
Special Features: great for outdoor dining, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
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Review 24 for Cuistot
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
The seabass at lunch was a
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"The seabass at lunch was a very large portion and was thoughtfully executed. Nice back patio and you get a fashion show from local stores on Fridays."
Dined on 03/29/2013
2012
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion, great for lunch
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Review 25 for Cuistot
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Our Easter brunch outside
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Our Easter brunch outside on the lovely Cuistot patio was wonderful. The food is always delicious and beautifully presented at Cuistot and they did not miss a beat on this busy holiday bruch occasion. One of our favorites in the desert"
Dined on 03/31/2013
2004
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for brunch, great for outdoor dining, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
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Review 26 for Cuistot
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Great romantic Easter dinner
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Again, a great dinner to celebrte Easter. We dined outside in the romantic patio with a fire in the fireplace and the odor of begonias in the nose. My wife had oysters for an appetizer and duck for the main course. I had chosen asparagus soup and braised seabass. The dinner was just perfect."
Dined on 03/30/2013
2010
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for outdoor dining, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
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Review 27 for Cuistot
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
We've been coming to the desert
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"We've been coming to the desert for years and just tried this gem of a restaurant for the first time. What a great find. The service was attentive and timely. The food was beautifully prepared and we were able to hear one another speak without yelling over the clatter of an open kitchen or other diners. We loved it here!"
Dined on 03/27/2013
2011
Special Features: fit for foodies, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
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Review 28 for Cuistot
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
The evening was an excellent
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"The evening was an excellent experience. Wolud definitely recommend it to friends and family. Will definitely return."
Dined on 03/23/2013
2012
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for brunch, great for outdoor dining, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion, great for lunch
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Review 29 for Cuistot
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
This is the second time I
Food
(Poor)
1
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"This is the second time I dine at this restaurant, and although the first time (last year) the food was excellent, I cannot say the same about my second experience. Unexpected from a restaurant of that category, the hot apwtizer I ordered was aparently pre-cooked, which for seafood is even worst, and the main course needed more flavor."
Dined on 03/23/2013
2004
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Review 30 for Cuistot
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Presentations are beautiful
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Presentations are beautiful and food is delicious. Staff treats every diner as a special guest."
Dined on 03/23/2013
2008
Special Features: notable wine list, special occasion
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Review 31 for Cuistot
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
This is French? Really?
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"This unique creation in the desert has the potential to be outstanding, if only the Chef would return to his French roots. Management needs to tighten service so diners are not left wondering if they have been forgotten. The menu has flashes of France, but for the most part is really somewhat more continental than true French cuisine. While it may be easier to prepare dishes for the American palate that are "California cuisine" with a French twist, there are so many people who much prefer the subtle and complex true French cuisine."
Dined on 03/15/2013
2006
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Review 32 for Cuistot
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
The menu never disappoints,
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"The menu never disappoints, the French flair with wonderful sauces are always delicious. The wine list is varied and interesting with good choices at all price points. A lunch or dinner at Cuistot is a pleasure."
Dined on 03/15/2013
2006
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for outdoor dining, notable wine list, special occasion
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Review 33 for Cuistot
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
I rated Cuistot only "good"
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"I rated Cuistot only "good" on ambiance because the last time we were there, a crying toddler was at the table next to us. Cuistot is not a good restaurant for babies. This one should at least have been removed from the dining room by her mother until she stopped wailing."
Dined on 03/15/2013
2007
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for outdoor dining, special occasion
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Review 34 for Cuistot
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
The food was wonderful...a
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"The food was wonderful...a real dining experience...our server, Debbie, was the most professional and pleasant person...she really contributed to the evening. The restaurant is lovely and an excellent addition to the neighborhood."
Dined on 03/15/2013
2012
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
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Review 35 for Cuistot
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
The service was indifferent
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"The service was indifferent and the food mediocre. Poor value for the money. I will only be back for their Happy Hour."
Dined on 03/15/2013
2007
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Review 36 for Cuistot
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Fantastic surprise. Little
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Fantastic surprise. Little hard to find but well woth the hunt. Magnificent setting, delightful menu and Ivan, our server, was knolwdgable and friendly. went for lunch...try the cheese souffle for sure. We are going back for dinner later this week. A definite must."
Dined on 03/12/2013
2009
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for brunch, great for outdoor dining, romantic, special occasion, scenic view, great for lunch
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Review 37 for Cuistot
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
After the restaurant had confirmed
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"After the restaurant had confirmed our reservation by phone and email, when we arrivedthey couldn't find it. After offering us a table outside ( it was too cold) and a cramped one in a corner, about 15 minutes later they found a table for us the smallquiet wine room. The food was not as outstanding as some reviews. Mushroom soup was salty, sides very small. Lobster ravioli was not good . Paparadelle appy was very good.Won't be rushing back."
Dined on 03/09/2013
2010
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Review 38 for Cuistot
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Lovely French restaurant has
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Lovely French restaurant has large spacious rooms. Reservations were tough to come by - even though the restaurant wasn't full. The wine steward was excellent and helped us make special choices. Great selection of French and American wines ...
They have a prix fixe menu that is a terrific value ... soup and salad were both excellent; the mixed hors doeuvres were disappointing. Main courses varied. The nut crusted fish was very good; steak frites was predictable. The dessert was uninteresting.
Other diners ate off the main menu and enjoyed the Dover Sole."
Dined on 03/07/2013
2010
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, notable wine list, special occasion
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Review 39 for Cuistot
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
As good, if not better, than
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"As good, if not better, than any restaurant we have been in, anyplace or anytime. Consistnt. Not pretentious. A pleasure to go there. We look forward to every visit."
Dined on 03/12/2013
2009
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, great for outdoor dining, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion, great for lunch
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Review 40 for Cuistot
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
Very expensive for a so so
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Poor)
1
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Very expensive for a so so evening. It was really spoiled by poor service. We will not return."
Dined on 03/08/2013
2009
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Review 41 for Cuistot
Overall rating
(Poor)
1
/
5
Lousiest Dinner in Palm Desert.
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Poor)
1
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"The lousiest meal we had during our vacation in Palm Desert. Service was abysmal. The restaurant is way understaffed. It took 20 minutes after we were seated to be given a menu. then it took another 1/2 hour for the waiter to come back and take our order. Then it took almost an hour for our main course to arrive. What a disappointment. I ordered the short ribs. The presentation would have been better at a diner. Greasy ribs thrown onto a bed of mashed potatoes. No vegetables, not even a garnish. The ribs were practically tasteless. We were not alone, the guests at the table next to us sent back their food. When we were leaving the restaurant, we heard others complaining too. Never again."
Dined on 03/08/2013
2007
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Review 42 for Cuistot
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Cuistot is one of our favourite
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Cuistot is one of our favourite restaurants in Palm Desert.We had made a special request and even though they were busy they made an effort to fulfill our request which was very much appreciated.The food is outstanding.Be sure to try their signature mushroom soup served uppiping hot in copper pots.Service is very friendly,great wine selection and extensive menu...something for everyone."
Dined on 03/08/2013
2013
Special Features: good for groups, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion, great for lunch, hot spot
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Review 43 for Cuistot
Overall rating
(Poor)
1
/
5
We had to request a waitress
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Poor)
1
/
5
Ambiance
(Fair)
2
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"We had to request a waitress after waiting 20 minutes"
Dined on 03/06/2013
2011
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Review 44 for Cuistot
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Start tasting your food
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"We wanted to have the happy hour menu but it was a Half hour before the happy hour ended So they put us in the bistro section so that we couldn't Participate In happy hour The food at the bistro section was okay. The short ribs were very bland they lacked seasoning other than salt the mashed potatoes where grainy and almost runny--you could have mistaken them for polenta. The presentation of the short ribs was not very appealing either.
The cassoulet was a huge disappointment there was no crispy crust on the top of it with breadcrumbs, the homemade sausage was very dry the and overseasoned and the beans were also over seasoned and it was difficult to tell the lamb from the duck all in all really disappointing preparation. The red pepper T"
The cassoulet was a huge disappointment there was no crispy crust on the top of it with breadcrumbs, the homemade sausage was very dry the and overseasoned and the beans were also over seasoned and it was difficult to tell the lamb from the duck all in all really disappointing preparation. The red pepper T"
Dined on 03/05/2013
2004
Special Features: great for outdoor dining, romantic
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Review 45 for Cuistot
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
One of the best dinners I've
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"One of the best dinners I've ever had. Food was amazing! Loved it."
Dined on 03/05/2013
2002
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
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Review 46 for Cuistot
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Enjoyed a truly wonderful
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Enjoyed a truly wonderful and romantic Valentine's Day Menu to celebrate my wife's birthday!"
Dined on 02/14/2013
2009
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
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Review 47 for Cuistot
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
My husband received a gift
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"My husband received a gift card to Cuistot for his 70th birthday, so we were looking forward to a magical meal. All of our expectations were met!"
Dined on 03/02/2013
2011
Special Features: special occasion
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Review 48 for Cuistot
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Confirm you seating
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Fair)
2
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Cuistot's is an outstanding restaurant. However, we were delegated to the bar area as the main dining room was over sold. We didn't appreciate that they did not honor our reservation. Food and service was great, but pretty costly for sitting in the bar area."
Dined on 02/28/2013
2010
Special Features: notable wine list, special occasion
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Review 49 for Cuistot
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
THE PERFECT RESTAURANT in EVERY Way
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
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
Dined on 03/02/2013
2009
Special Features: special occasion
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Review 50 for Cuistot
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Quite and amazing place to
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Quite and amazing place to eat."
Dined on 02/28/2013
2007
Special Features: special occasion
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