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Catalan Mediterranean Cuisine
Catalan is a Mediterranean themed restaurant with an emphasis on Italian and Spanish cuisine.
Launched in 2012 by father and son duo Mark and Drew Davis, Catalan sources its products exclusively from local and sustainable sources whenever possible with the goal of providing its clientele with a farm to table dining experience.
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Launched in 2012 by father and son duo Mark and Drew Davis, Catalan sources its products exclusively from local and sustainable sources whenever possible with the goal of providing its clientele with a farm to table dining experience.
128 Current Reviews
Summary of Diner Ratings & Reviews
Overall
(Outstanding)
4.1
/
5
Rating Breakdown 128 reviews
5 stars
(52)
4 stars
(51)
3 stars
(16)
2 stars
(9)
1 star
(0)
Food
(Outstanding)
4.2
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
4.2
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
4.1
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
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Diners classify this restaurant as:
- fit for foodies(81)
- special occasion(54)
- neighborhood gem(46)
- great for outdoor dining(45)
- romantic(32)
- notable wine list(24)
Catalan Mediterranean Cuisine Reviews List
Review 1 for Catalan Mediterranean Cuisine
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Bravo!
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Amazing place and it's going to go on our list of favorites! The Catalan Paella for two was better than any we had in Spain. Service was impeccable. Staff was very friendly."
Dined on 5/12/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for outdoor dining, notable wine list, romantic, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 2 for Catalan Mediterranean Cuisine
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
One of the best in the valley..
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"This place has it all..
Just go!!"
Just go!!"
Dined on 5/08/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, great for outdoor dining, romantic, neighborhood gem, hot spot, special occasion
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Review 3 for Catalan Mediterranean Cuisine
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"There were three couples celebrating three birthdays. Service was outstanding...each course served by three servers at the same time and to the correct diner. Food was great...Four of us had the delicious Veal Skirt Steak, one Scallop entree and one pasta entree. All of us enjoyed everything... We'll be back!!!"
Dined on 4/30/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, great for outdoor dining, special occasion
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Review 4 for Catalan Mediterranean Cuisine
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Delicious food, great service. Just a delightful evening."
Dined on 4/30/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, notable wine list, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 5 for Catalan Mediterranean Cuisine
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
We were there at 7 for dinner
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"We were there at 7 for dinner but they were already out of the dish my husband ordered. The portions were small and not that impressive.i probably will not go there again. Not memorable."
Dined on 04/28/2013
2011
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Review 6 for Catalan Mediterranean Cuisine
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
The restaurant is overpriced
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"The restaurant is overpriced for the quality of the food."
Dined on 04/27/2013
2010
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, great for outdoor dining, romantic, special occasion
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Review 7 for Catalan Mediterranean Cuisine
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
We liked the ambiance and
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"We liked the ambiance and appreciated the friendliness as soon as we stepped in the door.
The bar area was busy and looked inviting, but we went directly to our table. The hostess and waitress were both very helpful and knowledgeable, and our paella, sangria, and desserts were all excellent and plentiful.
We will gladly return."
The bar area was busy and looked inviting, but we went directly to our table. The hostess and waitress were both very helpful and knowledgeable, and our paella, sangria, and desserts were all excellent and plentiful.
We will gladly return."
Dined on 04/27/2013
2013
Special Features: great for outdoor dining, notable wine list
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Review 8 for Catalan Mediterranean Cuisine
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
A really unique menu with
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"A really unique menu with a wonderfully imaginative take on dishes. The staff were extremely friendly and courteous. The prix-fix menu was a great value with copious portions. Can't wait to return!"
Dined on 04/26/2013
2012
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion, hot spot
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Review 9 for Catalan Mediterranean Cuisine
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
The facility is georgous!
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"The facility is georgous! The food very tasty and presented beautifully."
Dined on 04/24/2013
2010
Special Features: great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 10 for Catalan Mediterranean Cuisine
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Paella is to die for. The
Food
(Outstanding)
5
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5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Paella is to die for. The absolute best we ever had. Patio is great."
Dined on 04/19/2013
2012
Special Features: great for outdoor dining, romantic
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Review 11 for Catalan Mediterranean Cuisine
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
One of our favorites! Great
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"One of our favorites! Great patio dining with music. Inside is beautiful too but so nice to sit outside. The food is Spanish with great Spanish wines. Favorite dish is the seared scallops. Chef Drew Davis combines great flavors. Our party had the Jidori Chicken and the skirt steak also.. Also loved their meals."
Dined on 04/13/2013
2007
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem
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Review 12 for Catalan Mediterranean Cuisine
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Excellent food. It was very
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Excellent food. It was very nice to meet the chef/owner. Service was not as good. We had to ask for water several time, cocktails/wine took a long time to arrive, and our waiter never returned to the table after taking our order."
Dined on 04/13/2013
2006
Special Features: fit for foodies, romantic
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Review 13 for Catalan Mediterranean Cuisine
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
One of the best in Rancho Mirage.
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"We hosted a small meeting at Catalan Restaurant and the wait staff was amazingly aware of when to disrupt us and when to hold back. The food was superb (I had the trout), the service was very receptive to our needs and the bar provided a perfect bonus to our meeting and meal. All in all, an experience I will repeat and recommend."
Dined on 04/10/2013
2012
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion
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Review 14 for Catalan Mediterranean Cuisine
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
She'll have to go w/ someone else!!
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"My wife likes the place due to a couple of liver items on the menu. 2nd time I've ordered the $39 steak. 1st time it was cooked correctly but a bad i.e. grizzly piece of meat which I assumed to be an aberration. Guess what. This time in addition to another bad piece of meat, wasn't even close to being prepared properly. Hey, what do you expect for $39!?!?!?"
Dined on 04/09/2013
2012
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Review 15 for Catalan Mediterranean Cuisine
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
A truly Mediterranean dining
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"A truly Mediterranean dining experience. Very well prepared dishes, very good service. The paella, as well as the bronzino were outstanding dishes. Worth a second visit."
Dined on 04/04/2013
2006
Special Features: fit for foodies
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Review 16 for Catalan Mediterranean Cuisine
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Chicken liver flatbread was
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Chicken liver flatbread was excellent. Paella was average. Like it was cooked in tomato soup. Veal Bolognese was very nice. Wine list was limited but plenty of quality choices. We'd eat at Catalan again, but we'd stay away from Paella."
Dined on 03/30/2013
2010
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Review 17 for Catalan Mediterranean Cuisine
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
It has vastly improved from
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"It has vastly improved from our first visit last year. Kudo's"
Dined on 03/29/2013
2007
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, neighborhood gem
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Review 18 for Catalan Mediterranean Cuisine
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service was almost too fast. If
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Fair)
2
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Service was almost too fast.
If you order a cocktail before your meal you best drink it quick or your food will get cold."
If you order a cocktail before your meal you best drink it quick or your food will get cold."
Dined on 03/29/2013
2012
Special Features: fit for foodies
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Review 19 for Catalan Mediterranean Cuisine
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Always great!
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Love this restaurant. Family run and food is marvelous."
Dined on 03/29/2013
2011
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, special occasion, hot spot
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Review 20 for Catalan Mediterranean Cuisine
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Food was very good...they
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Poor)
1
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Food was very good...they were busy and the service was slow. They forgot to enter one entree. The second bottle of wine almost missed dinner."
Dined on 03/28/2013
2005
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, great for outdoor dining
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Review 21 for Catalan Mediterranean Cuisine
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
We Shall Return!
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Great overall experience. Nice menu, good atmosphere. Service attentive but could be a bit more refined to fit the rest of the equation. Nice flavors, healthy portions, great quality for the price. We will return again soon. Not only what we ate was good but the rest of the items going by looked good too!!"
Dined on 03/24/2013
2005
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, romantic
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Review 22 for Catalan Mediterranean Cuisine
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Perfect Paella
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"As always, the food was superb. If you love Paella, this is the place! The special coctail of the night - Pear Mojito, was great. Our server was stunning, delightful, knowledgeable, but not intrusive. (I don't remember her name, just that she used to be an investment banker!) I was there with my most improtant customer and his wife. She informed us that one of the dishes we ordered was going to take about 20 minutes more, and so she offered us olives and pate to tide us over! That was brilliant; the mark of a top notch restaurant. Thank you Catalan for a perfect evening."
Dined on 03/23/2013
2006
Special Features: fit for foodies
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Review 23 for Catalan Mediterranean Cuisine
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
We had a wonderful evening.
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"We had a wonderful evening. Seated in a booth with guitar music coming from the patio,we had excellent service so good that we never experienced any pause in the smooth orchestration of the meal.
First course chicken liver was to die for and the steak and scallops were cooked just right. Accompanying vegetable were delicious-spininch and a medley of perhaps endive and mushrooms.
Best meal we have had in the Desert in many years!"
First course chicken liver was to die for and the steak and scallops were cooked just right. Accompanying vegetable were delicious-spininch and a medley of perhaps endive and mushrooms.
Best meal we have had in the Desert in many years!"
Dined on 03/21/2013
2011
Special Features: fit for foodies, romantic, special occasion
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Review 24 for Catalan Mediterranean Cuisine
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service was actually a little
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Service was actually a little too fast.
The prices, however, were very good value!"
The prices, however, were very good value!"
Dined on 03/16/2013
2011
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for outdoor dining, romantic
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Review 25 for Catalan Mediterranean Cuisine
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
The atmosphere was wonderful.
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"The atmosphere was wonderful. Maybe because it was a Saturday night in March the scallops were very undercooked, osso busso was not hot, paella was mostly rice with small pieces of calamari, shrimp, chicken, lots of sausage and an OK amount of clams. We had a lovely waitress but not attentive - it was busy.. I do think that if the food is better this could be a real gem in the desert."
Dined on 03/16/2013
2008
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Review 26 for Catalan Mediterranean Cuisine
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Finally a restaurant is here
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"While dining in the desert for over 40 years finally a restaurant that has connected all the dots, the food coupled with the service and a very prompt reservation system that gets this restaurant a 5 star for knowing what they are doing. The only complaint was the Paella was absent the Saffron. We are eager to get back and try the Tappas."
Dined on 03/16/2013
2002
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, great for outdoor dining
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Review 27 for Catalan Mediterranean Cuisine
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
This is high quality cuisine:
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"This is high quality cuisine: both the classical paella and the veal skirt-steak entrees were exceptional, as was the garlic/fried spinach soup. Staff were out-going, relaxed, confidant, competent and friendly without being intrusive. This was my first time there; it is quite expensive, so I won't be able to go very often; but price scale is not unreasonable, given the quality/creativity/originality of the cuisine. The chef + manager/owner must be especially knowledgeable & worked in or lived in Catalon~ia.: a region of the world not known by name to many of my friends! For northern end [kind of] of Valley, this is a rare, exceptional restaurant. Acoustic quitarist was first-rate too..."
Dined on 03/15/2013
2011
Special Features: great for outdoor dining, special occasion
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Review 28 for Catalan Mediterranean Cuisine
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
The food is ho-hum. The salad
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"The food is ho-hum. The salad with pears is vast, far too big. Looks silly. Had the paella the other night. Not bad, and quite a bit better than the last time. Too few Spanish wines by the glass. Heh, it's called Catalan, why not more Spanish wine? For Palm Springs, this place is just fine, but it would fail in a big city."
Dined on 03/15/2013
2012
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Review 29 for Catalan Mediterranean Cuisine
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
Was not impressed, the food
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Was not impressed, the food was bland. To start my group had the blood orange margarita which was tequila with some kool-aid. My dish was osso bucco, the meat was so tough I decided not to eat it. Would not return and not suggest the restaurant."
Dined on 03/10/2013
2004
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Review 30 for Catalan Mediterranean Cuisine
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Very enjoyable, relaxing,
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Very enjoyable, relaxing, unusual and delicious menu choices."
Dined on 03/11/2013
2008
Special Features: great for outdoor dining, special occasion
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Review 31 for Catalan Mediterranean Cuisine
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Second time we had been there.
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Second time we had been there. Whole Sea Bass was much smaller than the first time."
Dined on 03/12/2013
2002
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Review 32 for Catalan Mediterranean Cuisine
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Nice location in Rancho Mirage, CA
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"The decor of the restaurant is upscale and beautiful. Along with the intimate dining room, the restaurant has a small bar and outdoor dining area. The food was very fresh with a nice presentation. The taste of the Spanish/Italian influenced food was good. The wine menu is very small and not very exciting. I asked the Server if she had any wine recommendations, and she replied that she was not that familiar with the wine list and had to ask the Bartender. We ended up with a bottle of Temparillo suggested by the Bartender, and I wasn't impressed with it. Overall, the dining experieince was good."
Dined on 03/06/2013
2007
Special Features: fit for foodies, romantic
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Review 33 for Catalan Mediterranean Cuisine
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Excellent restaurant. We're
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Excellent restaurant. We're up for it every 2 weeks or so."
Dined on 03/11/2013
2007
Special Features: fit for foodies, notable wine list
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Review 34 for Catalan Mediterranean Cuisine
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Still our very favorite go-to
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Still our very favorite go-to place when guests are visiting from out of town. Weather permitting, dining in the courtyard makes for a lovely venue for fabulous food!"
Dined on 03/09/2013
2011
Special Features: great for outdoor dining, special occasion
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Review 35 for Catalan Mediterranean Cuisine
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
We really enjoyed our dinner,
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"We really enjoyed our dinner, the food was prepared well and nicely presented. I would have given it 5 stars but felt the menu didn't offer enough variety. Our server was awesome."
Dined on 03/06/2013
2010
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, great for outdoor dining, notable wine list
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Review 36 for Catalan Mediterranean Cuisine
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Excellent paella
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Food and ambiance were excellent."
Dined on 03/05/2013
2006
Special Features: neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion
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Review 37 for Catalan Mediterranean Cuisine
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ole Catalan
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Anything with chicken livers is terrific. Service attentive and knowledgeable. Interesting menu"
Dined on 03/04/2013
2003
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 38 for Catalan Mediterranean Cuisine
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Wonderful happy hour deals
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Wonderful happy hour deals IN THE BAR. Delicious food. Great service. Enjoyed the evening sitting at the bar. Yummy sangria. We had the 3 course prix-fixed dinner (in the bar). Osso bucco was savory and generous - brought some home. The paella was absolutely stunning. Loaded with all the good stuff. Brought some of that home also. Generous portions."
Dined on 03/04/2013
2004
Special Features: fit for foodies
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Review 39 for Catalan Mediterranean Cuisine
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Absolutely Delightful!
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"I took my parents here for dinner as a thank you. We were a little hesitant to eat out in the courtyard as my mother gets cold, the staff turned on all the heaters and it was so toasty warm, we had to ask them to turn some off, they were very accommodating. The courtyard had a delightful atmosphere and our waitress was well informed and attentive. I ordered the scallops and enjoyed every bite, I was anxious to hear what my father had to say about his steak as he can be very critical, but he loved it and his portion was very generous. We ended up sharing the Cappuccino ice cream which was the perfect finish. I was delighted to find out that the bottle of wine I ordered was half price as it was a Wednesday special. We will return!"
Dined on 02/27/2013
2012
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for outdoor dining
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Review 40 for Catalan Mediterranean Cuisine
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
This was our third visit,
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"This was our third visit, it just keeps getting better each time. One of the most enjoyable evenings we have experienced is quite some time."
Dined on 02/27/2013
2003
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, notable wine list
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Review 41 for Catalan Mediterranean Cuisine
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
A Great Evening!
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Great experience! Linda is a great server and knows her job very well. A great time was had by our party of four - delicious food and outstanding service!"
Dined on 02/22/2013
2004
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 42 for Catalan Mediterranean Cuisine
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Finally a Paella worth the wait
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Good Mediterannean/Spanish food. I hardly ever like the Paella at most restaurants (sorry Jose Andres....) It's usually bland, boring yellow rice with a smattering of seafood. This Paella had real substance with tomato, garlic and saffron infusing the rice, and plenty of seafood. It was a little soggy and there was none of the promised crust on the bottom, so I can't give it more than 4 stars. But that's high praise for me - and I was home-trained in Spain!The rest of the food was good, but nothing particularly memorable or innovative. And the lack of a salt-baked fish was a surprising omission from the menu.I'll be back next year!Service and ambiance were nice; our waitress was very attentive and pleasant"
Dined on 02/17/2013
2008
Special Features: fit for foodies
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Review 43 for Catalan Mediterranean Cuisine
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Food was amazing - I had the
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Food was amazing - I had the veal skirt steak.
We all enjoyed the drinks & the food.
Will certainly go again!"
We all enjoyed the drinks & the food.
Will certainly go again!"
Dined on 02/18/2013
2008
Special Features: fit for foodies, special occasion, hot spot
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Review 44 for Catalan Mediterranean Cuisine
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
We think this is some of the
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"We think this is some of the best food we have had in the desert. The menu can be intimidating at first but don't be afraid to try some of the wonderful flavors they offer. The arugula salad can almost be a meal in itself. The veal bolognese is my favorite, but my husband enjoyed the skirt steak and spinach. We will definitely go back again and will make it a preferred choice when entertaining friends."
Dined on 02/16/2013
2011
Special Features: good for groups, great for outdoor dining, special occasion
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Review 45 for Catalan Mediterranean Cuisine
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Don't Get the Paella
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"This is a beautiful restaurant and has only been open nearly one year. The chicken liver appetizer is amazing. However, for my main course I had paella. It was nearly tasteless. There is better paella at the Palm Springs Street Fest. My friend had calamari for his appetizer. It was good - but very bland. He put some hot sauce on it and it was much better. He had pasta for his entree and it was also very bland. Again - adding some hot sauce gave it a little zest.
This is a good restaurant with a good ambiance. But the food is mediocre and has very little flavor. If they could work to enhance and enrich their food's taste - they should do great."
Dined on 02/17/2013
2011
Special Features: great for outdoor dining, romantic
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Review 46 for Catalan Mediterranean Cuisine
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
As always, the food is excellent;
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"As always, the food is excellent; staff attentive and very professional."
Dined on 02/13/2013
2011
Special Features: fit for foodies
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Review 47 for Catalan Mediterranean Cuisine
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
My husband & I had the pre-fixe
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"My husband & I had the pre-fixe meals. I ordered the paella it was good but I had better. However, my husband had the Osso Bucco and that was excellent. The desserts were exceptional, so overall the meal was very good."
Dined on 02/14/2013
2006
Special Features: fit for foodies, romantic, special occasion
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Review 48 for Catalan Mediterranean Cuisine
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
Disappointed
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Poor)
1
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"I had been wanting to try Catalan since they opened and Valentine's Day seemed like the perfect time. I made our reservation 2 weeks in advance to ensure we would have a good table. Upon our arrival we were walked about 10 feet from the front door to our table. Every time someone walked in or out we were blasted by cold air. The food was very good but we walked out agreeing that the portions were too small. The price was way too high for value received. We left hungry and agreed we won't be returning to Catalan or recommending it to our friends."
Dined on 02/14/2013
2010
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Review 49 for Catalan Mediterranean Cuisine
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
this was a great find in the
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"this was a great find in the desert, we started with the meat and cheese plater which was great ! .....then the salads all three were stars.....three great main dishes with live music all night. wonderful dinning experence. JP"
Dined on 02/16/2013
2008
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem, romantic
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Review 50 for Catalan Mediterranean Cuisine
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Staff was great from beginning
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Staff was great from beginning to end, a super experience."
Dined on 02/14/2013
2011
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem
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