We arrived just as they were about to open; Willie, the maitre d' was just putting on his jacket. We asked to be seated outside which is the best spot. What a perfect evening to be dining outdoors. The temperature was probably in the mid 70's though they had air condition outside, they didn't need it last night. They had the prix fixe dinner but the group opted to order a la carte. The menu which they posted on a board looked exciting. Too many things we wanted to try so we decided we would try and order different entrees.
We ordered 2 appetizers to share. The fried oysters sounded enticing with the wasabi and creme fraiche sauce, and since they were fried, Sandi and Cindy approved. The oysters were light and crispy and the sauce had just the right kick to it; not too spicy. The other appetizer was the roasted tomato with burrata. The burrata was delicate and creamy.
Sujata, Cindy and Sandi decided to have fish for their entrees. Cindy had the Sauteed Whitefish with whole grain mustard and crispy stuff on top, we guessed that it may have been fried leeks. This was an exciting fish. It had so much flavor that had I ordered it, I would not have felt deprived. The Grilled Halibut was also nice and flaky and both Sujata and Sandi loved them; but if I had to choose my next fish dish, I would have to go with the Whitefish. I ordered the Roast Rack of Lamb with pesto sauce. This was cooked to perfection and was absolutely delicious.
Service could not have been better. There was always someone filling our glasses with champagne and someone available to tend to our needs. Willie made sure we were well taken care of. By the time we ordered our dessert, the patio was full of diners.
For dessert, Cindy and I had to order the Grand Marinier Souffle as we remembered it to be excellent. It still was the same Grand Marinier Souffle though it made our eyes pop out when they set it on the table. It was a huge work of art. Sujata and Sandi both nut lovers, ordered the Pecan Pie with Bourbon Ice Cream. I had a taste of the bourbon ice cream "wow" it had lots of bourbon in it....terribly good!
Paul Bruggemans, a co-owner of LeVallauris came by see how we were enjoying our food. It was unanimous; we all loved everything and we did ask him what time they open for lunch. Right there and then we put in our reservation for the following day.
What a fun evening we had. It really was perfect in every way you could possibly imagine. Le Vallauris is located at 385 W. Tahquitz Canyon Way in Palm Springs. It would be a sin not to dine at this restaurant at least once!
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