"Another desert star" has reviewers singing the praises of its friendly, not stuffy Gallic ambiance and unpretentious service, along with its wonderful New French-Mediterranean cuisine with "Romantic" decor and Beautiful Tree Lined Patio Seating.

The Coachella Valley is blessed with an abundance of first-class French restaurants, and that list includes Le St. Germain. Executive Chef Didier Tsirony prepares dishes that are a fusion of French and California cuisine. The scent of warm, comforting black mussels steeped in a curry broth of tomatoes and cilantro may greet you as you enter; the earthy dish is one of the favorites on the menu.

Others include a salad with warm onions, tomatoes and creamy Maytag blue cheese; crab ravioli with seared tiger shrimp and curry lobster sauce; and pan-seared veal tenderloin studded with tomato risotto, onion marmalade and rosemary au jus.

Like its sister restaurant, Le Vallauris, Le St. Germain has an extensive wine list. You can choose wine by the bottle or the glass to complement Chef Didier's imaginative dishes.