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Ristorante Donetella

71511 Highway 111, Rancho Mirage, CA 92270
(760) 773-6434
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Ranked #15 of 71 restaurants in Rancho Mirage
Cuisines: Italian
Dining options: Reservations
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- 17 Apr 2013
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Dining options: Reservations
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2 reviews
4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 17 April 2013 via mobile

The pasta is almost all homemade and melts in your mouth. I love the food, ambiance and classy service. To me, there is literally no other place to go for Italian in the desert. Donatella herself is such a lady and its a special treat when she is there. This place does not get the accolades that it deserves, perhaps... More

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Vancouver, Canada
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17 restaurant reviews
6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 6 April 2013 via mobile

Wear your smart casual outlet find to this Mediteranean retreat tucked off HWY 111. Ambience is Italian light and looks more authentic after a couple glasses of wine selected from relevant wine list. Enjoy mature family time at this pleasant, comfortable spot. Love the pristine white table cloths & professional service with ties! Food is good. Choose something more flavorful... More

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mendocino
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1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 25 February 2013

What a lovely find, thank you trip advisor. Right down the street from our vacation rental in an office building. All four of us enjoyed an excellent dining experience. From the lovely atmosphere, to the friendly and knowledgeable server and the excellent authentic Italian food we were all more then satisfied. The fresh baked rolls were hot and fresh, the... More

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Hagerstown, MD
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6 restaurant reviews
9 helpful votes 9 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 24 February 2013

The rolls were slightly burnt - I had to ask for butter. The pasta was okay but nothing to brag about. Would not return.

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Rancho Mirage, California
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 24 January 2013

I am always looking for good authentic Italian food and, in my opinion, it is not easy to find outside of Italy. I was taken to Donatella's by friends for the first time last week and was very pleasantly surprised. The ambience was most pleasant, the service was good, the staff warm and friendly, the menu extensive and the food... More

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Saint Louis, Missouri
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34 restaurant reviews
15 helpful votes 15 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 4 January 2013

My wife and I tried Donatella's on an early weekday night. The place quickly filled to capacity as the evening wore on. The seafood spaghetti pasta with mussels and shrimp was well prepared with plenty of seafood but not exceptional. My wife had the smoked salmon pasta which was disappointing - less than average flavor. Service was attentive early on,... More

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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 29 December 2012 via mobile

Excellent food - tastes like homemade Italian! The fagioli was excellent - huge portion! We'll return!

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Bellevue, Washington, United States
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36 restaurant reviews
39 helpful votes 39 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 17 November 2012

this small family owned Italian restaurant gives special service a new meaning-- a small intimate place with the owners active in setting you, being sure you are well served and perosanally cooking wonderful Italian food-thier Osso Bucco is just the best and I'm a bit of a snob when it comes to this particular dish--there are many really good Italain... More

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Sioux City, Iowa
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35 restaurant reviews
26 helpful votes 26 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 26 October 2012

This restaurant is trying very hard to be special. Fairly busy for a Friday night , but not jammed. Strip Mall location. I don't think there are any booths. The owner came around several times. Started to get alittle creepy because she really didn't have anything to say. A little pushy with the wine list, but we consented. I Ordered... More

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Palm Desert, California
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 29 September 2012 via mobile

The best Italian restaurant in the Valley. The food is superb and the staff is terrific. Donatella and her husband, Pietro, have created a cozy, warm and inviting restaurant, where the food will definitely have you coming back time and time again.

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