Willie’s Modern Fare combines the elegance of fine dining with the warmth and conviviality for which its founders are best known. Recognized for 1501 Uptown Gastropub and numerous solo projects, co-owners Willie Rhine and Chad Gardner from the Gardner Hospitality Group invite guests to savor classic cuisine with a modern twist, along with creative cocktails and a carefully curated wine list.
Enjoy dinner and drinks in the fine dining room or expansive outdoor patio, or stop into the casual lounge for a sip and a snack.
Based on 97 reviews, the restaurant has received a rating of 4.6 stars. Price
✔️ Dine-in ✔️ Takeout ✔️ No delivery
Address:
69830 CA-111, Rancho Mirage, CA 92270
Phone: (760) 202-4499
Website:
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Hours
| Friday |
5–9 PM |
| Saturday |
5–9 PM |
| Sunday |
Closed |
| Monday
(Labor Day)
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Closed |
| Tuesday |
Closed |
| Wednesday |
5–9 PM |
| Thursday |
5–9 PM |
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Reservations: opentable.com
Reviews
Henry Depew
Went here after reading reviews. We had a good experience. Our waiter was top notch. Food was delicious. We did prime rib, beef stroganoff, short rib, and farro. We all enjoyed and would go back.
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Kenneth Cote
Willie’s was an amazing and delightful experience. Every staff member was extremely friendly, courteous, and welcoming. The food was phenomenal. Short ribs melted in your mouth and the pork chop was perfectly cooked and seasoned. The combination of flavors in the Butterscotch Pineapple Trifle was over the top and a culinary masterpiece. The trio of Creme Brulee was a treat for the tastebuds. Kudos and applause to the Chef!
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Anthony Cioffi
Sometimes I think about the motivation behind naming conventions of restaurants and how the demographic interprets those like on a subconscious plane. On the surface Willie’s seems pedestrian enough and most likely named after the owner or their favorite family pet or something. But what occurs below the surface is what fascinates me. What if the name of the restaurant was designed to trigger a deep feeling or memory of past life in a body or as an entity many times or cycles before you. Would you dream of the Chicken Marsala in your past life as a coat hanger?
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Rick Scadlock
I just love this place. It’s simple, easy, and has great service and good food. I especially enjoy the lounge where I can easily pop in for a quick bite after work, with prices that won’t break the bank. Fried chicken? Yes, please.
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Paul Rangel
Nice new place – Good Vibe and very clean – Came in on a Saturday and it was not too crowded. For some reason they sat us in a back corner which was not bad but it felt a bit cramped. Waiter was good and made some nice suggestions for 3 course dinner menu. If you plan to order dessert with coffee make you sure they bring your coffee with your dessert not after We will be back and probably try their nice bar area.
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Elizabeth F
One of the best meals we’ve had in the Desert—and we are hard to impress! Prime rib was amazing. Huge menu. Vegan options were incredible. Everything done perfectly!
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Adania Cornejo
Excellent service like old times. They really know how to treat a customer. The food was amazing and the whole experience was fabulous. Definitely now one of our favorite restaurants. Strongly recommend.
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Ron Childers
The atmosphere is very very good. We were able to enjoy our meals in a quiet comfortable room. Our server was amazingly knowledgeable on both the food and the wine. I had the Duck breast that was prepared perfectly.
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Matthew Brown
When you think of a relaxing and peaceful environment for dinner Willies modern fair will take you to elevated levels of comfort and happiness! Not only does the food taste amazing but the atmosphere does a great job of matching the taste of every dish, do not pass this restaurant up on your tour of the Coachella valleys meat spots to eat! You will not be disappointed.
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W Gobert
Wonderful place, a variety of seating areas, extensive menu, first class service. Oh, the food was terrific.
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