Chef Aaron Barnett is doing incredible things out at the Desert Sage Restaurant in La Quinta. My wife and I recently visited the Palm Springs area from Portland, OR, and I must say, our meal at the Desert Sage was the highlight of our trip. I found both the braised escargot and scallops particularly inspired. I mean, a smoked bacon emulsion with scallops, that to me is excitement. I ordered the Monkfish, and my wife the Duck Breast. I would recommend both dishes to anybody. The service was excellent, the wine list comprehensive, though out of fidelity perhaps we stuck with an Oregon pinot noir. In short, we had a perfect night.
Pros: Perfect food
Cons: light jazz muzak
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