Kiki's Dining & Drinks

Bernadette Reed

5 out of 5 stars★★★★★

Excellent real Italian restaurant. The food was delicious, the cocktails were fabulous and the desserts were to die for. I had the spaghetti and clams, which were fresh and marvelous. We had the honor and the pleasure of meeting the owner, Jack. He treated us like long-lost family and we immediately loved him. He’s very gracious and kind and he made our dining experience much more memorable and happy. I’m impressed with the atmosphere. Very chic and very comfortable. Everything is extremely clean and well taken care of inside and outside. I recommend this restaurant to the highest extent. I look forward to returning here because it simply feels like “HOME”! There is ample outside parking, as well as many handicapped spaces.

Norma Martinez

4 out of 5 stars★★★★☆

The service here is superb. All the staff are on point. I had the golden artichokes, and they were amazing. I had Kiki’s salad, which was perfectly dressed. The snap pea pizza was also very nice. I look forward to tasting more for my next visit. My server was Audrey and she was top notch! So lovely.

James N.

4 out of 5 stars★★★★☆

Owner is a former New Yorker, this Italian restaurant is a go to for pastas and other traditional Italian fare. Red sauce is thick and more sweet thank you may expect. However pasta are cooked to perfection and cocktails are spot on. Very popular place for bachelorette parties, at least for the day I was there.

Jennifer Velez

5 out of 5 stars★★★★★

For years, I've chased the ghost of perfect Italian cuisine...from quick weekend trips to Italy for a bowl of cacio e pepe to hunting for that authentic New York Italian-American vibe in LA. Moving to the actual desert, I genuinely thought I’d have to retire my pasta cravings or start making all my favorites myself. Then, Kiki's in La Quinta happened. I have been craving bucatini for literal years, and if you know bucatini, you know it’s a tricky pasta to master. The thickness of the noodle makes achieving that perfect al dente bite a real challenge. Kiki's didn't just meet the challenge; they obliterated it. The dish was phenomenal, a culinary reunion I knew I needed. It's rare to have a craving that lasts five years, and even rarer to find a dish that makes that wait absolutely worthwhile. But Kiki's is so much more than just the pasta. They deliver on their promise of eccentric design and sincere hospitality. The service was impeccable, the vibes were elevated, and their dedication to "quality imported ingredients and locally sourced produce" is evident in every bite. It’s the perfect place for a delicious Italian classic paired with a craft cocktail. A Quick Note on Allergies: My only "feedback" is a heads-up for those with dietary restrictions: they currently offer very few, if any, gluten-free options. I made the mistake of bringing my gluten-allergic child, and the only suitable main dish was a magnificent, albeit $80, steak. LOL (Which, to be fair, was damn well worth it!). Bottom Line: If you are allergy-free and seeking exceptional Italian classics, incredible ambiance, and a genuine connection to that molto bene feeling, Kiki's is your destination. Knowing I don't need to break out the passport to indulge in one of my favorite Italian dishes makes my heart so happy. Go see what everyone is talking about!

Joe Andrade

5 out of 5 stars★★★★★

One of the best restaurant in Indian Wells. The food exceeded all expectations. The Caesar salad came garnished with visible anchovies. Everything you taste has the chef's magic touch including the anchovies. Delicious. The pasta is perfectly cooked. Jason, their mixologist, makes elements for their cocktails in-house for incredibly delicious drinks. Try the lavender martini! The management staff went above and beyond in many ways, at one point they brought out a balloon animal for a baby in our party. Customer service is top notch, they truly treat you like family.