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Spencer's Restaurant, Palm Springs, CA

Spencer's Restaurant

4.8
4.8
9242 Reviews
$31 to $50
American

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2 people
7:00 p.m.
Booked 126 times today
  • Great for outdoor dining
  • Charming
  • Good for special occasions

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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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    American, Contemporary American, Continental
  • Hours of Operation
    Brunch Sun 8:00 am–2:30 pm Breakfast Mon, Thu–Sat 8:00 am–11:00 am Lunch Mon, Thu–Sat 11:00 am–2:30 pm Dinner Mon, Thu–Sun 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (760) 327-3446
  • Website
    http://www.spencersrestaurant.com/
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Resort Casual
  • Catering
    Full service catering with custom designed menus for every conceivable special occasion on or off-site. Contact Brian at Brian@spencersrestaurant.com for inquiries.
  • Private party facilities
    Within easy walking distance of fabled Palm Canyon Drive in downtown Palm Springs ensconced at the base of the San Jacinto Mountains is Spencer’s Restaurant, a local hotspot with an award-winning wine list, picturesque grounds and a incredibly romantic private event space, the Bougainvillea Room.
  • Private party contact
    Brian Thorson: (760) 325-2313
  • Location
    701 W. Baristo, Palm Springs, CA 92262
  • Neighbourhood
    Palm Springs
  • Cross Street
    W. Baristo Rd. & S. Tahquitz Dr.
  • Parking details
    Guests are welcome to use our valet service or parallel park on the street.
  • Public transit
    Palm Springs BUZZ Stops Here.
  • Entertainment
    Piano AM & PM as well as live entertainment on most holidays.
  • Additional
    Banquet, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Outdoor Firepit, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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Desserts

  • Vanilla Crème BruleeUS$14.00

    Tahitian vanilla bean custard with a cellophane of caramelized sugar and seasonal berries

    • Warm Chocolate Molten CakeUS$15.00

      Also known as volcano cake for its liquidly chocolate center, baked to order and complimented with vanilla ice cream

      • TiramisuUS$13.00

        Sponge cake and layered fingers soaked in espresso syrup with sweet mascarpone mousse, finished with dusting of cocoa

        • Banana SplitUS$17.50

          Chocolate, vanilla, and strawberry ice cream. Served with banana, whipped cream, chocolate, strawberry, and caramel sauces, candied pecans and berries

          • Mixed BerriesUS$15.00

            Topped with whipped cream

            • Chocolate Pot de Crème & CookiesUS$15.00

              A creamy -rich chocolate custard Served with two freshly baked cookies

              • Banana Cream "Pie"US$14.00

                Silky vanilla custard, torched bananas, vanilla whipped cream, flaky pastry crust, caramel sauce, and shaved Maracaibo chocolate

                • Ice Cream and CookiesUS$13.00

                  Ice cream with chocolate chip cookies and pistachio nut gluten free cookies

                  • Ice Cream or SorbetUS$11.00

                    Ice cream or sorbet in a sugar gaufrette. Ask your server for available selections

                    • 24 CarrotUS$14.00

                      Not your ordinary carrot cake! Moist carrot layers with orange marmalade, Finished with a thick layer of cream cheese mousse; And crisp white chocolate wafe

                      Last updated: April 16, 2022

                      What 9,242 people are saying

                      Overall ratings and reviews

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

                      4.8
                      4.8 based on recent ratings
                      • 4.7Food
                      • 4.7Service
                      • 4.8Ambience
                      • 4.5Value

                      Noise • Moderate

                      Loved For

                      • Palm Springs / Palm Desert Cities

                        American

                      • Palm Springs / Palm Desert Cities

                        Most Booked

                      • Palm Springs / Palm Desert

                        American

                      • Palm Springs / Palm Desert

                        Most Booked

                      Review summary

                      AI-generated from verified diner reviews
                      Spencer's Restaurant dazzles with "impeccably gracious" service and a sophisticated ambiance, ideal for special occasions. Guests rave about the "wonderful" menu, with highlights like soft-shell crabs and expertly prepared steaks. While some experiences vary, the "casual elegance" and beautiful outdoor seating make Spencer's a Palm Springs favorite.

                      9,243 Reviews

                      1. cyndi

                        VIP

                        Dallas

                        4 reviews

                        5.0

                        4 reviews

                        Dined today

                        1. Overall 5
                        2. Food 5
                        3. Service 5
                        4. Ambience 5
                        Come twice a year for the liver and onions The best

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                      2. Howard

                        VIP

                        Tucson

                        540 reviews

                        5.0

                        540 reviews

                        Dined 1 day ago

                        1. Overall 5
                        2. Food 5
                        3. Service 5
                        4. Ambience 5
                        Spencers is a gem in Palm Springs! We particularly love coming here for lunch sitting in the beautiful outdoor space. Today my spouse enjoyed one of her favorites the ahi tuna salad. I ordered for the first time the rigatoni with sausage, which was better than I have had at some of the upscale Italian restaurants in PS. Our server was excellent also. Outstanding overall experience!

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                      3. James

                        VIP

                        Palm Springs

                        118 reviews

                        5.0

                        118 reviews

                        Dined 1 day ago

                        1. Overall 5
                        2. Food 5
                        3. Service 5
                        4. Ambience 5
                        I rarely give five stars, and when I do it's usually for a grand dining experience that Michelin rates three stars. But our lunch at Spencer's yesterday with a dear out-of-town friend hit a ball of simple pleasures out of the park. The setting is iconic Palm Springs, so beautiful, comfortable and soothing. Our lunch of some of the best split pea soup I've ever had and salmon over a tastily dressed salad (we all had the same thing) that was perfectly cooked to our medium rare request was thoroughly enjoyable. The bottle of albarino that accompanied the food was one of the cheapest on the wine list (a great value), and simply delicious. Service is warm and there when you want it. All in, the experience was just about perfect. Kudos to Spencer's!

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                      4. Michael

                        Los Angeles

                        3 reviews

                        5.0

                        3 reviews

                        Dined 1 day ago

                        1. Overall 5
                        2. Food 5
                        3. Service 5
                        4. Ambience 5
                        Menu items are pleasantly varied and always prepared artfully. Mouthwatering and delicious. Wait staff is attentive, polite but never obtrusive. Patio seating is exquisite under the spread of majestic leafy trees and there are even green climate control measures to keep you comfortable in all weather. An oasis. (It’s dog friendly too, but let them know in advance if you’re bringing your buddy.)

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                      5. rebecca

                        Palm Springs

                        2 reviews

                        4.0

                        2 reviews

                        Dined 3 days ago

                        1. Overall 4
                        2. Food 4
                        3. Service 5
                        4. Ambience 5
                        Lovely outdoor dining experience, food was delicious.

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                      6. Peter

                        VIP

                        Palm Springs

                        230 reviews

                        5.0

                        230 reviews

                        Dined 3 days ago

                        1. Overall 5
                        2. Food 5
                        3. Service 5
                        4. Ambience 5
                        The Business Lunch with Salad, Sand Dabs and dessert was absolutely delicious! Our server, Michelle, was friendly and efficient

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                      7. Jules

                        Orange County

                        8 reviews

                        5.0

                        8 reviews

                        Dined 3 days ago

                        1. Overall 5
                        2. Food 5
                        3. Service 5
                        4. Ambience 5
                        Best service by all the wait staff and a great meal in addition to welcoming our well behaved dog. We loved it my steak was done perfectly.

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                      8. John

                        VIP

                        Palm Springs

                        41 reviews

                        5.0

                        41 reviews

                        Dined 3 days ago

                        1. Overall 5
                        2. Food 5
                        3. Service 5
                        4. Ambience 5
                        Great food and service. Lunch is my favorite there, being outside under the tree and sky, great place to celebrate with friends.

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                      9. Frederick

                        New York City

                        10 reviews

                        5.0

                        10 reviews

                        Dined 3 days ago

                        1. Overall 5
                        2. Food 4
                        3. Service 5
                        4. Ambience 5
                        Really nice “Date Night” with my husband. The food was very good. The steaks were excellent. Really nice ambiance. Beautiful restaurant.

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                      10. David

                        VIP

                        Los Angeles

                        6 reviews

                        5.0

                        6 reviews

                        Dined 3 days ago

                        1. Overall 5
                        2. Food 5
                        3. Service 5
                        4. Ambience 5
                        Always love Spencer’s!! They are very pet friendly there and we love to sit outside with all the lights. Spencer’s is like family for us!

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                      FAQs

                      Spencer's Restaurant offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (760) 327-3446.

                      Spencer's Restaurant is rated 4.8 stars by 9242 OpenTable diners.

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

                      Make a reservation

                      2 people
                      7:00 p.m.
                      Booked 126 times today

                      Order delivery or takeout

                      Google Map for Spencer's Restaurant

                      701 W. Baristo, Palm Springs, CA 92262

                      Additional information

                      • Cross Street
                        W. Baristo Rd. & S. Tahquitz Dr.
                      • Neighbourhood
                        Palm Springs
                      • Hours of Operation
                        Brunch Sun 8:00 am–2:30 pm Breakfast Mon, Thu–Sat 8:00 am–11:00 am Lunch Mon, Thu–Sat 11:00 am–2:30 pm Dinner Mon, Thu–Sun 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
                      • Price
                        $31 to $50
                      • Cuisines
                        American, Contemporary American, Continental
                      • Dining style
                        Casual Elegant
                      • Dress code
                        Resort Casual
                      • Parking details
                        Guests are welcome to use our valet service or parallel park on the street.
                      • Public transit
                        Palm Springs BUZZ Stops Here.
                      • Payment Options
                        AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
                      • Entertainment
                        Piano AM & PM as well as live entertainment on most holidays.
                      • Additional
                        Banquet, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Outdoor Firepit, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
                      • Website
                        http://www.spencersrestaurant.com/
                      • Phone number
                        (760) 327-3446
                      • Catering
                        Full service catering with custom designed menus for every conceivable special occasion on or off-site. Contact Brian at Brian@spencersrestaurant.com for inquiries.
                      • Private party facilities
                        Within easy walking distance of fabled Palm Canyon Drive in downtown Palm Springs ensconced at the base of the San Jacinto Mountains is Spencer’s Restaurant, a local hotspot with an award-winning wine list, picturesque grounds and a incredibly romantic private event space, the Bougainvillea Room.
                      • Private party contact
                        Brian Thorson: (760) 325-2313

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