You may see diners wandering about viewing the fine art, but the Massimo decor is designed to enhance, not compete with, the cuisine. Your cheeks will be stained with tears of joy as you experience the stuffed Portabello Mushroom prepared in Barolo Red Wine Sauce. The Pollo Millegusti, boneless stuffed chicken breasts with roasted peppers, spinach and cheese, saut ed in Porcini Mushroom Sauce, will have you spontaneously speaking fluent Italian. Lucia still does the cooking, but Bruno and his son Joe bring the diverse ingredients of the superlative restaurant together with their own sense of composition. A popular wine bar, a varying selection of fine art and background music featuring both standards and contemporary Italian favorites, together with a thoughtfully sculpted contemporary decor, makes Massimo a very special getaway.
Groups are welcome, and the banquet facility is nicely integrated with the general dining area.
Massimo Ristorante Italiano is conveniently located on the corner of Highway 111 and Frank Sinatra Drive, directly across the street from the Rancho Mirage Civic Center. But you really, really don t want to. This is a feast for all of your senses. The suggested wine is the Super Tuscan, Il Carbonaione Podere Poggio Scalette, 1994. Our mailing list is private and will not be shared in any way.