Pacifica Seafood Restaurant
Pacifica Seafood Restaurant serves fresh seafood with steak and pasta at 73505 El Paseo, with sustainable seafood and a Wine Spectator Award of Excellence in 2026.
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- Address
- 73505 El Paseo, Palm Desert, CA 92260
- Phone
- +17606748666
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Seafood Stew, Sugar-spiced Salmon, and mustard catfish
Seafood Stew, Sugar-spiced Salmon, Pacifica's Original Mustard Catfish, and Baked Oysters with Spinach give the menu clear anchors. The kitchen focuses on fresh seafood with steak and pasta, including sustainable seafood.
El Paseo terrace with mountain views
73505 El Paseo puts Pacifica Seafood Restaurant in Palm Desert. A terrace, mountain views, conversational noise, and leisurely pacing make it a fit for dinner when conversation matters.
Wine Spectator recognition and craft cocktails
The beverage side covers craft cocktails and an extensive wine list. Wine Spectator gave the restaurant an Award of Excellence in 2026, a useful signal for diners weighing wine with seafood.
City Peers
Comparable venues nearby, for context on price, style, and recognition.
| Venue | Cuisine | Price | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pacifica Seafood Restaurant | Fresh Seafood with Steak & Pasta | $$$ | El Paseo |
| Mitch's on El Paseo | Prime Seafood, Sushi & Steaks | $$$ | El Paseo |
| Castelli's | Classic Italian Ristorante | $$$ | Palm Desert |
| Chez Pierre Bistro | Classic French Bistro | $$$ | El Paseo |
| Shorebird | Prime Steak & Seafood | $$ | El Paseo |
| Piero's PizzaVino | Traditional Neapolitan Pizza | $$ | El Paseo |
Recognition history
Dated appearances from independent guides and award organizations, with the underlying list record or original source where available.
Wine Spectator Award of Excellence
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At a Glance
- Elegant
- Date Night
- Group Dining
- Special Occasion
- Terrace
- Open Kitchen
- Extensive Wine List
- Craft Cocktails
- Sustainable Seafood
- Mountain
Current opening hours
- Monday
- 3:30–9 PM
- Tuesday
- 3:30–9 PM
- Wednesday
- 3:30–9 PM
- Thursday
- 3:30–9 PM
- Friday
- 3:30–9 PM
- Saturday
- 3:30–9 PM
- Sunday
- 3:30–9 PM
Hours can change for holidays and private events. Last verified .
Beautiful dining room with an upbeat atmosphere, attractive views of The Gardens on El Paseo, bustling bar, and warm hospitality.