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Italica Bar: Italian Speakeasy in Indio!

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Italica Bar: Italian Speakeasy in Indio!

Looking for a cool vibe, attentive service, and exceptional classic Italian food with a modern twist? Italica Bar in the heart of  Indio might not be on your list.  But it should be. You might miss it... tucked beside The Taproom on Miles Avenue,  the shiny door and welcome mat are the only indication that a hidden experience is waiting for you.  A true case of "if you know, you know"!  italica bar

I was looking for something unique for my birthday dinner last night, and had heard about an Italian speakeasy in Indio.  I was happy to learn that they were open in the summer, because many restaurants close here in the off-season.  We were surprised to walk into this dark and chic dining room and find it packed and hopping... on a 100° July evening.  

Italica Bar

Dinner was delicious with the Pasta Bolognese, Chicken Milanese, and Beef Carpaccio outstanding favorites!  The atmosphere transports you to a modern-chic Italian place with a big city feel.  The service was friendly and knowledgeable- and Amanda was outstanding !

Highly recommend Italica for a unique and captivating dining experience off the beaten path!  

  

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Kathy Schowe   760.333.8886  California LifestyleRealty                                             

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Don Baker
Lane Realty - Eatonton, GA
Lake Sinclair Specialist

First, I was taken aback that summer is "off season" anywhere in California.  Then I read your menu and missed some foods I don't eat anymore.  Wife has AGS and so we're both not eating mammal.  I occasionally still do when I travel for work, but only if I have 3 to 5 days before I go home. 

Jul 17, 2025 12:57 PM
Kathy Schowe

Don Baker ,  I hope you treat yourself every once in a while!  We have very warm summers, and most snowbirds leave for 6 months or so. We have the valley to ourselves!  Thanks for stopping by! Kathy

Jul 17, 2025 02:15 PM
Joan Cox, Retired Broker/Owner
Denver, CO
Enjoying Every Day to Its Fullest!

Kathy, happy belated birthday, and sounds like Italica bar is my kind of place.  Sounds like a good time.

Jul 17, 2025 02:47 PM
Kathy Schowe

Joan Cox ,  Our first time there and we really enjoyed it!  Kathy

Jul 18, 2025 12:33 PM
Patricia Feager
Appraisal Review Board, Denton County, TX - Flower Mound, TX
Licensed to April 2027

Kathy Schowe - Sounds like a fun place! Happy belated birthday. We have to be good to ourselves and celebrate our milestones. 

Jul 17, 2025 03:28 PM
Kathy Schowe

Patricia Feager ,  It's always hard for me to figure out what to do for my birthday!!  This one was (is ) a good one!  Kathy

Jul 18, 2025 12:34 PM
Dorie Dillard Austin TX
Coldwell Banker Apex Realtors, LLC ~ 512.750.6899 - Austin, TX
Educating. Encouraging. Serving.

Good morning Kathy,

OMG...you scored big when you found this spot for your birthday dinner! I know I'd love this vibe! Is that an Aperol Spritz pictured? My granddaughters got me drinking those! 😍

Jul 18, 2025 03:58 AM
Kathy Schowe

Dorie Dillard Austin TX ,  Aperol Spritz is my go to apertivo!  I make them at home too!  Very light and refreshing!  Kathy

Jul 18, 2025 12:35 PM
Nina Hollander, Broker
Coldwell Banker Realty - Charlotte, NC
Your Greater Charlotte Real Estate Broker

Good morning, Kathy... I was salivating reading about your dinner. And that dessert looks amazing!

Jul 18, 2025 04:37 AM
Kathy Schowe

Nina Hollander, Broker ,  The whole experience was awesome!!  Kathy

Jul 18, 2025 12:35 PM
Roy Kelley
Retired - Gaithersburg, MD

Good Friday morning, Kathy.

This is a good recommendation to share with area residents and visitors. 

Have a great day and an outstanding weekend.

Jul 18, 2025 04:45 AM
Kathy Schowe

Roy Kelley ,  Hope you have a great weekend as well!  Kathy

Jul 18, 2025 12:36 PM
Kat Palmiotti
eXp Commercial, Referral Divison - Kalispell, MT
Helping your Montana dreams take root

Happy Belated Birthday! If I were ever in your area, I'd have to try this!

Jul 18, 2025 05:24 AM
Kathy Schowe

Kat Palmiotti ,  Thank you so much!  Have a great weekend!  Kathy

Jul 18, 2025 12:36 PM
Michael Jacobs
Pasadena, CA
Pasadena And Southern California 818.516.4393

Hello and Happy Belated Birthday, Kathy - finding new places to visit is another opportunity to discover something special.  Italica Bar in Indio California sounds like a dining adventure.  Highlighting local businesses especially when they might not otherwise get as much attention is neighborly in a most thoughtful way.  

Jul 18, 2025 05:33 AM
Kathy Schowe

Michael Jacobs ,  Thank you!  It's always fun to find a new spot!  It's a little off our beaten path... but we will return to Italica Bar!  Kathy

Jul 18, 2025 12:37 PM
Brian England
Ambrose Realty Management LLC - Gilbert, AZ
MBA, GRI, REALTOR® Real Estate in East Valley AZ

That sounds really nice!  I know of at least two speakeasy-type places near me, yet I have never visited them, haha.

Jul 18, 2025 05:41 AM
Kathy Schowe

Brian England ,  It's kind of fun to feel like you are "in the know"  !  You should try them!  Kathy

Jul 18, 2025 12:38 PM
Jeff Dowler, CRS
eXp Realty of California, Inc. - Carlsbad, CA
The Southern California Relocation Dude

Hi Kathy:

Thanks for the recommendation...Italica sounds like a terrific place to dine, and celebrate a special occasion. Dinner sounded wonderful and that desert is right up my alley!

Jeff

Jul 20, 2025 10:30 AM
Kathy Schowe

Jeff Dowler, CRS ,  It was our first time to Italica Bar, and we will go back!  A very cool place!  Kathy

Jul 20, 2025 10:34 AM