Our History
The Spirit of Mexico in the Heart of Rancho Mirage
The tradition began in the 1900s in the culturally rich city of Mazatlán, Mexico, where founder Florencio "Del" Delgado's grandmother prepared sumptuous dishes and perfected classic Mexican recipes to share with and pass down to her children. That tradition lived on when founders Mary and her husband "Del" decided to open the Original Las Casuelas in 1958 serving family recipes that had been passed from generation to generation.
Las Casuelas Nuevas quickly became a neighborhood favorite for its flavorful food, handcrafted margaritas, and beautiful ambiance that transports you on a two-hour Mexican getaway in the heart of Rancho Mirage.
In 1983, Joaquin and Sharon enlisted architect Raul Sosa of David Christian Associates to design the award-winning outdoor patio. Inspired by the town of San Miguel de Allende—renowned for its architectural style and stonework—the patio, nestled under trees and twinkling lights, transports guests to another place and time.
After over 50 years in business, the Delgado family continues its dedication to traditional, home-style recipes, prepared fresh in our kitchens. As founder Del said, "We worked on a philosophy of giving the customer plenty to eat, treat them well, and they'll come back."
The Delgado family brought their vision to life with the opening of Las Casuelas Nuevas in Rancho Mirage, the first Spanish colonial hacienda restaurant in the country. Designed by architect Arthur Valdes, every detail was carefully chosen to create an authentic atmosphere, from the distinctive rooflines and intricate wrought iron accents to the timeless aesthetic that transports guests to another era.
In 2006, the city of Palm Springs, CA honored Mary Delgado by shining a star with her name on the city's walk of fame. More recently, the street which runs next to the restaurant was dedicated as Via Florencio, citing his "vision and faith in Rancho Mirage and for starting Restaurant Row."
We will not be offering discounts or Happy Hour from April 11 – April 27.
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