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From the classic Italian music to the candlelit tables, the nostalgic atmosphere at Johnny Costa’s Ristorante feels like traveling back to mid-century times. It’s no wonder Frank Sinatra was once a regular at this fine Italian restaurant, where his favorite juicy steak & clam dish are named in his honor. The Costa family continue the legacy of late chef-owner Johnny Costa, who was pals with Sinatra when he moved to Hollywood from New York in the 1960s, a decade later served as the singer’s personal chef at his desert home. Costa’s pedigree lives on in his legendary recipes, including his veal saltimbocca & classic cioppino. Voted Best Italian by Palm Springs Life Readers! Johnny’s son, Head Chef Vince Costa & his cousin General Manager, Sal Illiano continue the family tradition, perfectly executing the family recipes and delighting customers with an amazing dining experience. His brothers John Jr, Tony, cousin Chip & Vince’s sons Giovanni & Vincenzo assist running the restaurant.From the classic Italian music to the candlelit tables, the nostalgic atmosphere at Johnny Costa’s Ristorante feels like traveling back to mid-century times. It’s no wonder Frank Sinatra was once a regular at this fine Italian restaurant, where his favorite juicy steak & clam dish are named in his honor. The Costa family continue the legacy of late chef-owner Johnny Costa, who was pals with Sinatra when he moved to Hollywood from New York in the 1960s, a decade later served as the singer’s personal chef at his desert home. Costa’s pedigree lives on in his legendary recipes, including his veal saltimbocca & classic cioppino. Voted Best Italian by Palm Springs Life Readers! Johnny’s son, Head Chef Vince Costa & his cousin General Manager, Sal Illiano continue the family tradition, perfectly executing the family recipes and delighting customers with an amazing dining experience. His brothers John Jr, Tony, cousin Chip & Vince’s sons Giovanni & Vincenzo assist running the restaurant.