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1. 4 Saints
4.5
Awesome(1581)
Price: Very Expensive
• Contemporary American • Palm Springs
Booked 41 times today
With unparalleled views of picturesque mountains, 4 Saints provides a unique and modern space. Our menu is driven by bright, clean, soulful flavors that are influenced by the seasons. The beverage program provides a concise wine list, local brews, and masterful cocktails.
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2. Lulu California Bistro
4.3
Awesome(6129)
Price: Moderate
• Californian • Palm Springs
Booked 105 times today
Lulu California Bistro is Palm Springs’ landmark restaurant on world famous Palm Canyon Drive where there’s a lively vibe daily on its streetside patio, covered terrace, bar, and in its indoor dining areas featuring an extensive all day favorites menu, an award-winning three-course weekend brunch, and of course, signature cocktails and wines. The list of accolades awarded to Lulu is all encompassing: best all around restaurant, best brunch, best California cuisine, best dining experience, best outdoor dining, best pet friendly dining, best take out, and best place to hang with friends…all awarded from readers’ polls and editors’ picks over the years. Dining at Lulu is an authentic local experience with its California bistro menu, friendly and warm service, and the energy and excitement of being in Palm Springs’ most popular restaurant because, after all, “there’s always a party at Lulu!”
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3. Johannes
4.8
Exceptional(3936)
Price: Expensive
• Modern European • Palm Springs
Booked 20 times today
Chef Johannes Bacher whose global modern European award-winning cuisine including his popular fan favorite “Wiener Schnitzel” has been a downtown Palm Springs staple since 1999. Chef Bacher continues to use his many years of traveling the world as the inspiration for his subtle, creative dishes that are exciting and tastefully show off his Austrian roots. Enjoy an upscale casual dining experience whether you sit at the bar, the kitchen area, the dining room or the patios you won’t be disappointed. Whatever you choose your experience will be one of the best in Palm Springs - “Eat Well, Live Better” Johannes has been selected three years in a row for the Best of Palm Springs Awards for European Cuisine and has been recognized for the 2022 Palm Springs Business Hall of Fame. Please, No children under 5 years old. Service animals only…..Thank you!
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4. Bongo Johnny's Patio Bar & Restaurant
4.5
Awesome(724)
Price: Moderate
• American • Palm Springs
Booked 35 times today
Bongo Johnny's Patio Bar & Restaurant is a local favorite in Palm Springs, CA, known for its diverse, top-rate service, and fun, casual atmosphere. It offers a unique combination of indoor and outdoor seating, with the outdoor patio being a particularly popular spot. The menu features everything from American and Mexican breakfast fare to signature burgers, and the best Bloody Mary in town. It's also noted for its $7 bottomless champagne. Reviews rave about the friendly staff, the tasty food, and the variety of seating options.
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5. Bar Cecil
4.8
Exceptional(1756)
Price: Expensive
• Bistro • Palm Springs
Booked 41 times today
Bar Cecil is a hot spot in Palm Springs for its consistently excellent food, service, and ambiance. Reviewers rave about the beautiful and chic environment, excellent food, and exceptional service. The restaurant is particularly noted for its attention to detail and quality of food. It's a go-to place for a great time, with many guests recommending it.
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6. The Tropicale
4.7
Exceptional(10482)
Price: Expensive
• Californian • Palm Springs
Booked 194 times today
A chic and sophisticated décor provides the setting for our distinctive "world cuisine", a provocative mix of zesty influences that creates a delightful dining experience in Palm Springs, California. Plush high-backed semicircular banquettes surround our dining room and offer comfortable and private seating. The cuisine has a light, exotic feel with an emphasis on Pacific Rim specialties, from Chilean Sea Bass baked in Banana Leaves or Kahlua-Barbecued Pork Chops to all sorts of tasty tapas, salads, wood-fired pizzas, and desserts. The Coral Seas Lounge, a hip mid-century style bar is lined with sexy black leather bar-stools and is reminiscent of the upbeat lounges of old Palm Springs. It wraps around the dining room and leads outside to a lush, tropical, 2000 square foot dining patio where a variety of specialty cocktails and old-school favorites are mixed - an ideal place where friends gather and martinis are sipped under the starlit desert sky.
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7. Spencer's Restaurant
4.7
Exceptional(9432)
Price: Expensive
• American • Palm Springs
Booked 77 times today
Spencer's is an adult-oriented restaurant. We are sorry but we cannot accommodate children under 12 years old. Spencer's features an ambience that embodies the perfect blend of stylish elegance and comfortable informality. Join us for Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner or Brunch in our newly expanded indoor dining room or our award winning temperature controlled patio. Nestled at the base of the San Jacinto Mountains, Spencer's offers a popular Palm Springs tradition of culinary excellence featuring a fresh approach to classic American cuisine. Locally voted Best Breakfast, Best Sunday Brunch, Best Outdoor Dining, Best Gluten Free, Best Power Lunch, Best Wine List, Best Chef, Best Caterer and Most Romantic, Spencer's is Palm Springs' "it" place for any occasions.
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8. Eight4Nine
4.7
Exceptional(5219)
Price: Expensive
• Contemporary American • Palm Springs
Booked 103 times today
Join us for Lunch, Brunch or Dinner. Reservations recommended but not necessary. Lounge and bar open all day long for walk-ins. No reservations for lounge or bar. Open 7 days a week.
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9. Melvyn's at the Ingleside Estate
4.6
Exceptional(4238)
Price: Moderate
• Cocktail Bar • Palm Springs
Booked 53 times today
A timeless Palm Springs classic specializing in traditional American Fare with a modern twist. Located in the heart of Palm Springs, in the famous Ingleside Inn, Melvyns Restaurant also features a full bar, dancefloor and piano lounge on a first come first serve basis.
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10. Mr. Lyons
4.4
Awesome(1447)
Price: Very Expensive
• Steakhouse • Palm Springs
Booked 74 times today
Originally opened as Lyons English Grille in 1945, in 2014 the building was purchased from David Lyons and after a complete renovation we re-opened in 2015 as Mr. Lyons, a homage to Mr. David Lyons.Mr. Lyons features steakhouse classics with a modern edge. Be transported to a bygone era when jazz standards, martinis and steak ruled the day while enjoying modern luxury and innovation. A classic steakhouse with a menu that puts local small farms first, delivered with impeccable tableside service. Editors pick for best steakhouse “Palm Springs Life 2021 and 2022.” Mr. Lyons features five unique experiences/spaces: The Salon, The Lounge, The Conservatory and Terrace, The Private Dining Room, The Private Dining Patio and Seymour’s.

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  • Benjamin
    Palm Springs / Palm Desert Cities •2 reviews
    5.0
    Dined today
    Cocktails were delicious & hand crafted right in front of us! The food was absolutely delectable my steak was cooked to perfection along with the caccio de Pepe! The espresso martini & chocolate cookies were a perfect way to end an amazing dinner! Thanks Alex the great host & the Avery the bartender who over excelled in service!
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    Bar CecilPrice: Expensive• Bistro• Palm Springs
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    4.8
  • Joshua
    Las Vegas •2 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 1 day ago
    Absolutely delicious food and amazing service, had a great view on the patio overlooking Palm Springs. Worth every penny to celebrate my wife and I 4 year anniversary.
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    4 SaintsPrice: Very Expensive• Contemporary American• Palm Springs
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    4.5
  • DencilVIP
    Palm Springs / Palm Desert Cities •60 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 3 days ago
    We had our Valentine's Dinner with out of town friends at LuLu's. I'm so glad we picked LuLu's as our restaurant. The food and service were top notch. All of my friends enjoyed their meal. The restaurant had a violinist which made dining much more enjoyable and the restaurant was nicely decorated for Valentine's Day. I will definitely be returning for a meal in the near term. I highly recommend this restaurant and I have been a full time resident for over ten years now.
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    Lulu California BistroPrice: Moderate• Californian• Palm Springs
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    4.3
  • Jeff
    Palm Springs / Palm Desert Cities •1 review
    5.0
    Dined 3 days ago
    Outstanding as always. I have never had a bad meal or bad service at Bongo Johnny's. Everything is always simply amazing. I did try the Shrimp Risotto this time and it was mind blowing incredible. Thank you always for making our visits always something special even if just a Tuesday it is always made to feel like a celebration. Love you guys, keep you the great job. A favorite of our and always a go to place. Jeff
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    Bongo Johnny's Patio Bar & RestaurantPrice: Moderate• American• Palm Springs
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    4.5
  • Gary
    Palm Springs / Palm Desert Cities •2 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 4 days ago
    Everything was splendid. Best schnitzel we’ve had in a long time. We didn’t care for our apple strudel but that could be just personal taste. But all in all, we will be back again.
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    JohannesPrice: Expensive• Modern European• Palm Springs
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    4.8

Discover best hot spot restaurants in Palm Springs

Discover the vibrant dining scene in Palm Springs / Palm Desert, a true culinary oasis that offers a variety of hot spots perfect for any food lover. Restaurants in this area are renowned for their exceptional ambiance, creative menus, and high-quality service, making them must-visit destinations. Whether you're looking for sophisticated American cuisine, intimate supper clubs, or unique alfresco dining experiences, Palm Springs / Palm Desert has it all. The area is celebrated for its beautiful outdoor settings and stunning mountain views, enhancing the dining experience with a picturesque backdrop. Each restaurant offers a unique vibe, from trendy and modern to nostalgic and glamorous, catering to diverse tastes and occasions. Reviewers consistently praise these hot spots for their delicious food, attentive staff, and overall excellent dining experience. If you're seeking a memorable meal in a stunning location, Palm Springs / Palm Desert's dining scene will not disappoint.

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