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EVERY DAY

we locally source the most incredible ingredients
to create an experience you can enjoy every day.

About Us

Morgan’s in the desert is La Quinta’s signature dining venue showcasing contemporary American cuisine inspired by the bounty of the Coachella Valley. The restaurant’s local focus includes sourcing the top of the region’s products, crafted with traditional cooking methods to offer deliciously simple and healthful dishes. Join us at the piano bar, in the dining room or on the fire-lit courtyard. Gather round.

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Upcoming Events

Italian Food & Wine Experience

 

Morgan’s in the desert invites you to join us for our monthly Winemaker Dinner on Wednesday, December 13, featuring Giro d’Italia – a Tour of Italy.

A special prix fixe dinner menu created and prepared for the occasion by Morgan’s culinary team will be served with the evening’s wine selections – paired in perfect harmony, of course.

We look forward to sharing with you a memorable dining experience of fine wine and exceptional cuisine as we “take flight” on this very special evening.

1ST COURSE
Baby Arugula, Goat Cheese Infused Date Purée, Sourdough Crostini
Tornatore Etna Bianco

2nd COURSE
Pumpkin Agnolotti, Sage Brown Butter Sauce
Renato Ratti Barolo Marcenasco

3rd COURSE
Maple Leaf Duck Breast, Farro, Figs, Hazelnuts, Pomegranate Reduction
Argiano Brunello Di Montalcino

4th COURSE
Tiramisu & Italian Espresso Martini or Coffee

Four Course Experience | $150 Per Person*

*Prices do not include tax or gratuity

To make a reservation, please contact Morgan’s in the desert at 760.564.7600 or on our website.

Caymus Wine Dinner

 

Morgan’s in the desert invites you to join us for our monthly Winemaker Dinner on Wednesday, January 17, featuring Dana Estates.

A special prix fixe dinner menu created and prepared for the occasion by Morgan’s culinary team will be served with the evening’s wine selections – paired in perfect harmony, of course.

We look forward to sharing with you a memorable dining experience of fine wine and exceptional cuisine as we “take flight” on this very special evening.

1ST COURSE
Pomegranate Seeds, Baby Arugula, Feta Cheese, Toasted Pine Nuts, Lemon Honey Emulsion
Conundrum White California 2022

2nd COURSE
Tuna Tartare, Tangerine Emulsion, Tobiko, Radish Sprouts
Mer Soleil Silver Unoaked Monterrey County 2021

3rd COURSE
Colorado Lamb Wellington, Truffle Infused Mushroom Cream, Tiny Baby Carrot, Pomegranate Essence
Caymus Suisun The Walking Fool Red Blend Suisun Valley 2021
Caymus Cabernet Sauvignon California 2021

4th COURSE
Chef’s Special Selection Cheese Platter
Caymus Cabernet Sauvignon Napa Valley 2021

Four Course Experience | $150 Per Person*

*Prices do not include tax or gratuity

To make a reservation, please contact Morgan’s in the desert at 760.564.7600 or on our website.

Robert Foley Wine Dinner

 

Morgan’s in the desert invites you to join us for our monthly Winemaker Dinner on Wednesday, February 7, featuring Robert Foley.

A special prix fixe dinner menu created and prepared for the occasion by Morgan’s culinary team will be served with the evening’s wine selections – paired in perfect harmony, of course.

We look forward to sharing with you a memorable dining experience of fine wine and exceptional cuisine as we “take flight” on this very special evening.

1ST COURSE
Roasted Beets, Watercress Greens, Point Reyes Blue Cheese with Champagne Honey Vinaigrette
Robert Foley Chardonnay Napa Valley 2022

2nd COURSE
Smoked Salmon, Herb Goat Cheese, Black Walnut Sourdough Crostini
Robert Foley Pinot Noir Carneros Napa Valley 2016

3rd COURSE
Filet Mignon, Okinawa Purple Sweet Potato, Port Wine Demi-glace, Spinach Crostini
Robert Foley Charbono Napa Valley 2019

4th COURSE
Poached Pear Vol au Vents
Robert Foley Conclusão Napa Valley

Four Course Experience | $150 Per Person*

*Prices do not include tax or gratuity

To make a reservation, please contact Morgan’s in the desert at 760.564.7600 or on our website.

TESTIMONIALS FROM OUR

Customers

  • “This is a very thoughtful menu. You will find something that appeals to your culinary senses. In fact there were so many I let the server surprise me. I was absolutely not dissapointed. Top notch service.”

    Lynn S
  • “Morgan’s Restaurant is a top class restaurant in the LaQuinta Resort complex. They do things right with exquisite service, attention to detail and serve great dishes.”

    David B L