La Quinta’s signature dining venue
Morgan’s in the Desert showcases contemporary American cuisine inspired by the bounty of the Coachella Valley. We source the region’s top products – and craft them with traditional cooking methods – to bring you deliciously simple and healthy dishes.
Dinner
Dining Room
Tues – Thur: 5pm – 9:30pm
Fri – Sat: 4pm – 9:30pm
Dark: Sun & Mon
Bar + Entertainment
Lounge
Tues – Thur: 5pm – 9:30pm
Fri – Sat: 4pm – 9:30pm
Dark: Sun & Mon
Live Entertainment
Fri & Sat: 6pm – 9:30pm
Dinner
Dining Room
Tues – Thur: 5pm – 9:30pm
Fri – Sat: 4pm – 9:30pm
Dark: Sun & Mon
Bar + Entertainment
Lounge
Tues – Thur: 5pm – 9:30pm
Fri – Sat: 4pm – 9:30pm
Dark: Sun & Mon
Live Entertainment
Fri & Sat: 6pm – 9:30pm
Menus
- Dinner Menu
- Dessert Menu
Starters
Bread Service
Roasted Garlic Butter, Celtic Sea Salt Butter
Prime Beef Carpaccio
Arugula, Parmigiano Reggiano, Extra Virgin Olive Oil, Capers
Spicy Cajun Shrimp
Creamy Polenta, Crispy Leeks
Curry Cauliflower pb/gf
Seasoned Curry Chai Tea Roasted Cauliflower, Pickled Red Pearl Onions, Plant-Based Garlic Emulsion
Basil & Ricotta Cheese Ravioli
Petite Peas, Basil Cream Sauce, Crispy Prosciutto, Pine Nuts
Arancini
Garlic Marinara, Parmigiano Reggiano, Garlic Sundried Tomato Aioli
Crab Cakes
Meyer Lemon Aioli, Rocket Greens, Pickled Red Pearl Onions
Soups & Salads
Farmers Market Soup
Inspired in the Bounty of the Coachella Valley
Lemon Pepper Salad
Romaine Lettuce, Parmigiano Reggiano, Lemon Pepper Dressing, Garlic Sourdough Crostini
Citrus Salad gf/vg
Butter Lettuce, Berries, Candied Ginger, Grapefruit Emulsion, Micro Mint, Candied Walnut
White Button Mushroom & Heirloom Tomato Salad
Lemon, Olive Oil and Basil Dressing
Composed Dishes
Potato Gnocchi pb
Garlic & White Wine Sauce, Roasted Artichokes, Spring Peas, Vegan Parmesan Cheese
Jidori Chicken gf
Onion Purée, Sautéed Spring Onions, Aziz Farm Beets, Confit Dates, Chicken Demi-Glace
Yuzu-Infused Duck Breast
Potato Fondant, Sautéed Bok Choy, Garlic Glaze
Pan Seared Salmon
Hasselbeck Potato, Seasonal Vegetable Medley Ragout, Citrus Beurre Blanc
Braised Short Rib gf
Artichoke Ragout, Garlic Pomme Purée, Demi-Glace
Beef Tenderloin Tournedos
Twin Beef Medallions, Seasonal Vegetables, Straw Potatoes, Red Wine Mushrooms Demi
12oz Snake River Farms Pork Chop gf
Roasted Napa Cabbage, Sautéed Cherries & Fennel, Braised Pork Belly, Cherry-Infused Pinot Noir Reduction
A La Carte - Land
8oz USDA Prime Filet Mignon gf
16oz USDA Prime New York Strip gf
16oz USDA Prime Ribeye gf
A La Carte - Sea
Grilled 8oz Salmon gf
Sautéed Garlic & Capers Baja Shrimp gf
Sides
Whipped Potatoes vg/gf
Parmesan Creamed Spinach & Artichoke
Ginger Cream Corn & Crispy Ginger with Chives gf
Mac & Cheese
French Fries vg/gf
Choice of Sea Salt, Parmigiano Reggiano, or White Truffle
Canyon Creek Mushrooms gf
Sautéed Garlic & Shallots, White Wine, Herb Compound Butter
Sautéed Brussels Sprouts gf
Candied Applewood Bacon, Roasted Shallots
Enhancements
Point Reyes Blue Cheese Crust gf
Port Wine Demi-Glace gf
Candied Applewood Bacon gf
Herb & Garlic Butter gf
Garlic Aioli gf
Paprika Aioli gf
Tarragon Béarnaise gf
Meyer Lemon Aioli gf
Finale
Lotus Biscoff Cheesecake
Salted Caramel, Macerated Berries
Black Forest Tiramisu
Amarena Cherries, Mascarpone Chantilly
Morgan’s Banana Foster Bread Pudding
Salted Caramel Gelato
Valrhona Jivara 40% Chocolate Crème Brûlée
Crème Chantilly, Fresh Berries
Signature Experiences
The Dalmore Scotch & Vosges Truffles
Discover the art of pairing as Dalmore’s iconic 12, 15, and 18-year single malts harmonize with Vosges’ decadent truffles.
Post Dinner Martinis
Salted Caramel
Stoli Vanilla, Caramel Liqueur, Tuaca
Espressotini
Belvedere Vodka, Mr Black Coffee Liqueur, Cold Brew
Chocolatini
Stoli Vanilla, Mozart Chocolate Liquor, Whipped Cream
Ports
Graham’s 10y Tawny Port
Nutty, Honey, Figs, Rich Fruit
Graham’s 20y Tawny Port
Nutty, Orange Peel, Rich, Smooth, Elegant
Graham’s 30y Tawny Port
Dried Fruits, Honey, Mellow, Long Finish
Graham’s 40y Tawny Port
Complex,, Fruit, Toffee, Chocolate, Outstanding Finish