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Pacifica Seafood Restaurant
For over 15 years, Pacifica Seafood Restaurant has remained the desert's preferred spot to gather with friends and family. It's convenient location, beautiful dining room, bustling bar offering daily happy hour and nightly specials, and outdoor patio with mountain views, provide the perfect dining destination for every occasion. Come see why Pacifica Seafood Restaurant is celebrated year round for its cuisine, setting, warmth, hospitality, and service.
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Pacifica Seafood Restaurant features the freshest seafood in the desert. Our innovative menu showcases a variety of fresh seafood, which arrives daily, as well as flavorful steak and pasta dishes, salads and small plates. And it's all complemented by an extensive vodka selection, hand-crafted cocktails and award-winning wine list.
Reviews (28)
Michelle Y.
Michelle Y.
Jan 28, 2022
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Very tired of seeing people come and go without masks!
I don't care to dine anywhere if they will not enforce the mandate at the door! Over your nose and mouth? Why is this so hard?
Mikhala S.
Mikhala S.
Jan 27, 2022
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Okay, we had a truly exceptional experience here. Wow!

We came here for happy hour between 3:30 - 5 and got an awesome spot right at the rooftop glass.

Happy hour deals are great! They have a two course meal for $25, or save $2 off appetizers and cocktails, plus discounted beer and wine. We opted for the two course meals - with the option of a few soups and salads as the starter and several seafood and meat mains.

All of the cocktails our table ordered were delicious and craftfully made! Loved my pineapple lemon drop and others loved the mezcal and whiskey cocktails offered.

We tried both the
Karen W.
Karen W.
Jan 26, 2022
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We arrived for early dinner ( check out the 2 for $25 3:30-5:00 pm), friendly greeting and seated promptly. Server Shannon was excellent as was the food !
very timely and attentive service. Outside seating is fantastic view!
Highly recommended!
Arsenio G.
Arsenio G.
Jan 25, 2022
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Great food love the lobster and cold oysters .






















Raw OystersSeafood Stew super tasty
Lyle D.
Lyle D.
Jan 22, 2022
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Great rooftop with glass walls and heaters if it's windy or cold. Great happy hour menu from 3-5 pm. Seafood kabob was outstanding
Siavash A.
Siavash A.
Jan 18, 2022
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Sweet young lady on the phone was able to accommodate my request to be close to the view in the patio.
Started with a bottle of wine and mussels followed by the bass and ribeye.
Excellent experience all together.
Simon K.
Simon K.
Jan 17, 2022
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Celebrated my 30th birthday here yesterday. Wow absolutely amazing, the ambience was stunning, the service was stellar and the the food was the best seafood I've ever had
Deron R.
Deron R.
Jan 15, 2022
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We came the other night with reservations and they sat us in the midst, nay a sea of oldsters (Nothing against the oldsters as I am creeping into their territory) but we weren't feeling it and moved to the bar. Great choice! Only one other patron at the bar and we could spread out so to speak. Our barkeep was attentive and pleasant. We started with the wedge salad, which they split for us - very nice. The lady went for the short ribs and I went for the mahi mahi - both were excellent! Each entrée can be ordered as a smaller size in case you don't have the huge appetite - that&apos
W. W.
W. W.
Jan 12, 2022
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I highly recommend this restaurant. Came here for dinner and I can only say I was blown away by the delicious food and the phenomenal service. It started as soon as I was greeted by the host. She made sure she took care of us (party of three)and left the restaurant. I have never been to a restaurant that made you feel like you were returning home. No stone left unturned, hospitality at its best and very attentive. I will tell all my friends to go here. It’s worth it and must when in Palm desert or Palm Springs greater area.
LaRae B.
LaRae B.
Jan 05, 2022
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My husband and I had a great dinner here last night. We arrived early for a cocktail and were kind of hungry too. They offer something brilliant for early birds called the "Sunset Dinners" served from 3:30-5 pm. For$25 you get two courses at substantially reduced prices. Orders must be taken by 5pm. I ordered a mixed green salad and their Sugar-Spiced Salmon. Normally these two courses would cost $53, but I got them for $25. What a deal if eating early works for you! The food was delicious and the portions were the same as if you came at 8 pm. I expected "happy hour" sizes,
Sophia G.
Sophia G.
Jan 01, 2022
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We came here for a double date to celebrate our anniversaries. Because we had a reservation, we were seated immediately. We sat inside and the ambiance was great. However, I felt like our table was a little too small. Anyways, onto the important part: the food. I went with the sole entree recommended by the server and it was probably the best sole I've ever had. So tender, fresh, and full of flavor. My champagne went well with it. They were so sweet and gave us a little gift card because of our anniversaries. We enjoyed the drinks but ended up cutting dinner short for a bar down the street
Derek S.
Derek S.
Dec 30, 2021
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Came by for dinner the other night and it was a tasty experience! Had a reservation and our table was ready at the scheduled time!

Palm Desert has a lot of experienced residents and the restaurant also has an early bird special, so we were definitely the youngest ones here by numerous decades...it got better as the night continued but the crowd also thinned out.

Started off with the ahi tuna appetizer and it was decent. Raw tuna topped with avocado with some taro chips.

The sea bass entree was excellent. Super fresh sea bass with a juicy interior, topped with a few pieces of bok choy, a bed
Christina V.
Christina V.
Dec 30, 2021
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The chilled poached prawns were massive and delicious! With a side of wasabi cocktail sauce it was perfect appetizer! We had the Le Secret de St. Pierre Rose and it was crisp and refreshing. With a rooftop patio with some amazing heaters it was the best sunset experience! Not to mention our server Vanessa was great!
Paul V.
Paul V.
Dec 29, 2021
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I was a little hesitant to pursue Pacifica Seafood Restaurant since we passed by the Sullivan's Steakhouse just right beside it. You know me; I love me my steaks. But the missus decreed it was Pacifica Seafood and that was that.

We were promptly seated on a busy Saturday night though it helps that we came in at a geriatric hour. I must say that the restaurant really looks nice and posh on the inside. As I looked onto the menu, I was pretty surprised that the 'surf' prices really approach the 'turf' prices on you common steak houses. Alas, I went ahead and ordered their
Kristin K.
Kristin K.
Dec 24, 2021
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Beautiful restaurant in a great location by a very nice shopping mall. Service a little slow if you sit at the bar in a happy hour. Drinks and food just ok. Pricey
Nancy T.
Nancy T.
Dec 23, 2021
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So we went to this restaurant not realizing it had the same menu as the one we went to last night which was La Quinta Cliffhouse. So it' was really too late to change our minds. I had the shrimp Louie and my husband had the Insalata Melania to be different. I really wanted fish but I didn't like how it was done so decided not to get it. I had two glasses of rosé and my husband had a gin and tonic those were fine. Samantha was our waitress and she was good just don't know if I would go back again.
Vahe Yacoubian
Vahe Yacoubian
Dec 18, 2021
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Came here not too long ago. I had eaten at Mastros the day before. I have to say that I prefer pacifica much better than mastros. Not only is the food tastier, but also 1/3 the cost. It might be unassuming, but appearances can be deceiving. Everything was super tasty - notably their fish and tuna tartare. Appetizers were great as well.
Food - 17/20
Atmosphere - 6/10
Service - 6/10
Total - 29/40
Brad Altfest
Brad Altfest
Dec 18, 2021
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Been coming here for a couple years, always a delicious meal and delightful service. Decided to spend New Years Eve dinner here and as usual, and especially for such a busy night, they were exceptional.
Penny
Penny
Dec 12, 2021
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This restaurant is located in the exclusive Mall District. We sat outside on the roof top deck where we enjoyed Christmas lights and great ambience. The food and service was fantastic. I would highly recommend this restaurant. Go sit, admire, take some friends or family or make a romantic night for two.. It's a great place for any of these situations. Enjoy.
Cynthia C.
Cynthia C.
Nov 15, 2021
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Bravo! Thanks to Tracy for accommodating 20 of my family members for our 30th Wedding Anniversary Celebration!

Thank you to the best server Nicole who is so delightful! Her favorite saying "It's my pleasure," genuinely shows as she works in tandem with the supporting staff.

Chef Luis, you and your kitchen staff are amazing to handle all our orders. Omg, the Macadamia Nut Halibut literally melted in the mouth, it was so tender. It pared wonderfully with the Ginger Sticky rice and asparagus.

It was an exceptional time! Thanks for the printed Congratulation menus as an added touch
Melissa L.
Melissa L.
Nov 07, 2021
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One of my all time favorite restaurants in the desert. If you are looking for a meal to impress then Pacifica should be next on your list.

I love this restaurant because they are located on the second floor which leads to a view of the shops & downtown hustle and bustle (okay not that much hustle in the desert but you know what I mean). They have lovely little private dining cabanas that are along the buildings edge. I'd highly recommend for some privacy and a better view.

Service has always been 5 stars. Professional and friendly. Our waiters always are on top of it here. They know
Tiffany A.
Tiffany A.
Nov 05, 2021
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We'd received a coupon for $10 off from the sister restaurant and thought we'd come over and give this place a try. It was a weekday but still super busy and we only wanted an app so sat in the bar. Tried some of the best tuna tartare I've ever had and both ladies working at the bar were awesome. Our drinks were good as well. We'd definitely come back next time we are in town, it's a nice area.
Dan Gentilucci
Dan Gentilucci
Oct 24, 2021
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Fantastic dinner with breathtaking sunset view. The food and service were both spectacular. The baked scallop appetizer was phenomenal.
Miroslav Klivansky
Miroslav Klivansky
Aug 16, 2021
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Great food and professional, friendly staff. We got there toward the end of the evening and the only disappointment was one of the dishes we wanted was sold out. So come earlier if you want the explore the full menu. Worth the visit!
William Crouch
William Crouch
Jul 03, 2021
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Excellent restaurant. Great service. The Pan Seared Chilean Seabass was perhaps the best piece of fish I have ever had in a restaurant. Great kids menu with plenty of options for picky eaters of any age. Mine are right and six and both were happy and content. Make reservations to guarantee a table.
Vanessa D.
Vanessa D.
Jul 02, 2021
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Came here for a special birthday dinner for my bf. When I made the reservations, the website did ask if it was for a special occassion. When we checked in the host handed me a birthday card to which I of course handed it to my bf. It was a card which also offered a $10 coupon off our next visit.
From the start everyone was so friendly. I can not stop gushing over our server. I wish i would have gotten his name to properly shout him out. He just had such a wonderful personality and checked in on us a perfect times. As this was a special occasion I decided to try one of their cocktails so I got
Gloria List
Gloria List
May 20, 2021
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Located on the second floor, this seafood restaurant is a must try. All the items on the menu are fresh and enjoyable and the cocktail menu is plentyful. ☆Make it a point to try to go before 5pm as a few of their dishes are half off! The ambience is wonderful to bring family or friends with plenty of seating inside and out. COVID safety in place/handicap parking & seating/make reservations before you go.
Gabi M.
Gabi M.
May 14, 2021
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The scene at Pacifica is great... entertaining and a fun vibe. It was packed on a recent Saturday night, but my sis-in-law and I put our name on the list, went for a stroll, grabbed a drink elsewhere, and were alerted that an outdoor table was ready... score!

We shared the ceviche and each ordered a salad with the special salmon... We also splurged on dessert as my SIL had recently celebrated a big birthday.

The reason for 3 stars is that we both found the food to lack flavor. It was pricey, but we wouldn't have minded if there was more flavor. Our server was friendly and attentive