Why is Old Town La Quinta such a destination for vacationers and residents alike??? The answer is simple . . . it’s quaint, it has charm, it’s not just a line of squared-off cookie cutter buildings with no soul. Au contraire . . . Old Town La Quinta has plenty of soul. It’s picturesque Main Street is lined with shops, boutiques, restaurants and cafes and sets the stage for outdoor concerts, art shows, seasonal activities and a weekly organic Farmers Market.
Old Town has fountains, benches, winding streets and a green lawn area . . . all of which invite you to stay awhile. Once there, you’ll surely want to take in some good food and refreshment to complete your Old Town experience. Here are several establishments you will surely want to try:
- The Grill on Main – Relaxed, casual atmosphere, Classic American Fare, specialty micro-brews, an interesting wine list and full bar. Lunch, Dinner, Happy Hour daily from 2 p.m. to 6 p.m.; Weekend Brunch served on Sat. & Sun.; Live Music every Fri. & Sat. night. Located at 78065 Main St., Suite 104
- Stuft Pizza Bar & Grill – A friendly, fun place for the finest pizza from their woodfired oven, along with tempting small plates, fresh salads, sandwiches and pasta. Their bar is a great place to meet friends or unwind watching the game, or you can enjoy a meal on our patio with great mountain views! Located at 78-015 Main St., Suite #100
- Solano’s Bistro – Recently moved to Old Town, this fabulous restaurant changes seasonally, offering fresh seafood, steak chicken and pasta for lunch, bar and dinner menus – along with beer, wine and a full-bar. Patio dining. Located at 78-075 Main St.
- Old Town Coffee Company – A favorite place for locals and visitors alike to hang out, people watch, dog watch, etc. But most important is their exceptional coffee brewed to order, fresh baked goods and light food. Their motto is ‘Where Good Friends meet Great Coffee.’ Located at 78-100 Main St., Suite #102
- Hog’s Breath Inn – It’s sister restaurant is in Carmel, serving specialty entrees and fresh seafood in a comfortable dining room and patio with outstanding views. Memorabilia from Clint Eastwood’s legendary movie career makes for a fun atmosphere, popular for lunch and dinner. Located at 78-065 Main St., Suite #200
- The Wine Bar at Old Town – Offering over 200 wines from around the world in their retail shop and 15-20 wines by the glass, any bottle from their retail shop, plus a number of micro-brew beers. A small friendly menu is available to accompany your wine selection. Located at 78-015 Main St., Suite #109
- Cool Options -Featuring all natural gelato and sorbetto – delicious and intense flavors made fresh with raw ingredients, no artificial additives or unhealthy fat; all natural sugar-free ice cream, homemade gelato pies, smoothies, Izze Italian sodas, etc. Located at 78-010 Main Street, Suite #108
So there you have it . . . there is no lack of fun and delicious dining experiences in Old Town La Quinta . . . from morning until night. See you there . . . and Bon Appetit !!!
