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Maleza  - Maleza, Palm Springs, CA

Maleza

4.5
4.5
54 Reviews
$31 to $50
Mexican

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2 people
9:00 p.m.
Booked 4 times today
Experiences are available.
  • Innovative
  • Great for craft beers
  • Good for groups
Serious Mexican flavors meet Palm Springs’ ease at Maleza, Chef Ysaac Ramirez indoor and outdoor restaurant and bar featuring shareable Mexican classics like whole branzino and tuna tostadas crafted from fresh seasonal ingredients. At the bar explore the best of Mexico's spirits culture through a rare collection of mezcals and tequilas, inventive cocktails, beer, wine, and non-alcoholic beverages.

Maleza is open all-day and for all occasions, from laid-back patio hangs, to group celebrations, and intimate dinners for two.

Located inside the Drift Hotel.

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Mexican, Regional Mexican
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon–Thu 11:00 am–9:00 pm Fri 11:00 am–10:00 pm Sat 9:00 am–10:00 pm Sun 9:00 am–9:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (760) 549-9528
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive Chef
    Ysaac Ramirez
  • Private party facilities
    Maleza is open all day and features communal dining tables, lounge seating, and a private dining room that overlooks the pool making it the perfect place to pre-party or post up all day.
  • Neighbourhood
    Palm Springs
  • Cross Street
    S Indian Canyon Dr and E Arenas Rd.
  • Parking details
    Hotel Parking
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Entertainment, Full Bar, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Outdoor Firepit, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

  • Tacos Y Tunes

    Multiple dates available
    Join us on the patio every Tuesday night for taco and drink specials and live music from local artists.
    Tacos Y Tunes photo

Offers

  • Jueves de Drift

    Multiple dates available
    Thu - 7:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.
    Weekends start early at Drift. Join us Thursdays 7pm - 10pm for Jueves de Drift, a party born in our Baja backyard now blooming at Drifts stateside. Tap into the Cabo spirit weekly with live DJs, $5 tacos a la plancha, $5 beer, $8 cocktails, and night swims.

    Jueves de Drift photo

What 54 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.5
4.5 based on recent ratings
  • 4.6Food
  • 4.4Service
  • 4.4Ambience
  • 4.3Value

NoiseModerate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Maleza in Palm Springs offers a "creative menu" with "excellent service" and a "casual but stylish vibe." Patrons praise the "fresh and flavorful" dishes, especially the tacos, and "unique handcrafted cocktails." While the seating could be more comfortable, the "accommodating staff" and "cheerful atmosphere" make it a delightful dining destination.

54 Reviews
  1. Alex

    Seattle

    1 review

    vip
    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 15, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent food and service! We had a lovely time here.

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  2. Roberto

    Orange County

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on November 7, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The place is very nice. The food is a fashion mexican style. Very delicious. The service was very good too. The meat was delicious

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  3. De

    San Francisco

    9 reviews

    4.0

    9 reviews

    Dined on October 20, 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 3
    Great food and service! Will be back to try the branzino

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  4. Paul

    New York City

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on October 6, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The server was amazing. He accidentally gave me the wrong entree. It was as so good, I didn’t even mind. However, he brought me the one I initially ordered as well; free of charge. Unreal service. Food was great!

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  5. Lea

    Los Angeles

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on September 22, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    We sat outside on the patio which was quiet as we were the only ones outside. The food was great - we had ceviche and tacos. We loved the steak taco more than the fish. It’s cute inside but it was a bit loud.

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  6. ChristinaT

    Indiana

    19 reviews

    5.0

    19 reviews

    Dined on August 12, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Everything about this bar/tapas restaurant is absolutely fabulous . Love the mid century vibe , unique handcrafted cocktails ( try the margarita with tahine rim , and the mango option with a shot of tequila 🧡). Our server/ bartender was amazing! Make the trip - enjoy the vibe !!

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  7. Vincent

    Palm Springs

    24 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    24 reviews

    Dined on August 4, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The shorter Summer menu was delicious, excellent cocktails in a modern setting.

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  8. OpenTable Diner

    Palm Springs

    1 review

    2.0

    1 review

    Dined on June 22, 2024

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 1
    When we got there the restaurant was very loud and service was slow and very small menu choice of food and drinks and ended leaving to have dinner else where

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  9. OpenTable Diner

    San Diego

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on June 18, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Very unassuming restaurant with outstanding food. Highly recommend!

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  10. TyroneD

    Las Vegas

    24 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    24 reviews

    Dined on June 15, 2024

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 3
    Service was good, food wasn’t memorable. Nice looking spot though.

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FAQs

Maleza offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (760) 549-9528.

Maleza is rated 4.5 stars by 54 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people
9:00 p.m.
Booked 4 times today
Experiences are available.

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Maleza

284 S Indian Canyon Dr, Palm Springs, CA 92262

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    S Indian Canyon Dr and E Arenas Rd.
  • Neighbourhood
    Palm Springs
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon–Thu 11:00 am–9:00 pm Fri 11:00 am–10:00 pm Sat 9:00 am–10:00 pm Sun 9:00 am–9:00 pm
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Mexican, Regional Mexican
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Hotel Parking
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Ysaac Ramirez
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Entertainment, Full Bar, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Outdoor Firepit, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
    (760) 549-9528
  • Private party facilities
    Maleza is open all day and features communal dining tables, lounge seating, and a private dining room that overlooks the pool making it the perfect place to pre-party or post up all day.
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