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The Tropicale, Palm Springs, CA

The Tropicale

4.7
4.7
10565 Reviews
$31 to $50
Californian

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2 people
7:00 p.m.
Booked 137 times today

About this restaurant

  • Lively
  • Great for outdoor dining
  • Great for creative cocktails
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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Additional information

  • Location
    330 East Amado Road, Palm Springs, CA 92262
  • Phone number
    (760) 866-1952
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Californian, Contemporary American, International
  • Hours of Operation
    Brunch Sat, Sun 10:45 am–2:45 pm Lunch Wed–Fri 10:45 am–2:45 pm Happy Hour Daily 4:00 pm–7:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–11:00 pm
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Private parking is available in the back of the restaurant but can be limited. There is also parking available in the Casino parking structure across the street as well as plenty of street parking.
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Tony Di Lembo

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Menu

The Tropicale's menu was last updated 2024-03-22.

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  • The Pupu PlatterUS$42.00

    An exotic combination of Coconut Tiger Shrimp, Thai Chicken Satay, Korean Beef Skewers, Vietnamese Spring Rolls & Shanghai Ribs

    • Bowl of Steamed EdamameUS$19.00

      Tossed in Sea Salt

      • Hawaiian-Style Ahi Poke on a Taro Root ChipUS$23.00

        Pineapple Pepper Slaw - Chile Soy Vinaigrette

        • Iced Big Ass Shrimp CocktailUS$30.00

          Jumbo Selva Prawns - Bloody Mary Cocktail Sauce

          • Moroccan Lamb Meatballs with Warm PitaUS$26.00

            Parsley & Mint Tabbouleh - Garbanzo Hummus - Cucumber Raita

            • Spicy Shanghai RibsUS$22.00

              pineapple chili pepper slaw

              • Basket of Onion RingsUS$19.00

                Dijon Remoulade

                • Firecracker ShrimpUS$23.00

                  Ginger, Garlic & Asian Chili Sauce

                  • Crispy Nori Ahi Tuna RollUS$23.00

                    Pickled Ginger - Wasabi Soy Dipping Sauce

                    • Crispy Tempura Jumbo Selva PrawnsUS$28.00

                      Japanese Pickled Veg - Sriracha Aioli

                      • Thai Grilled Chicken SatayUS$22.00

                        Cucumber Ribbon Salad & Peanut Sauce

                        • Tangerine-Glazed Mandarin CalamariUS$22.00

                          Green Peppers, Ginger & Mandarin Oranges

                          • Spicy Korean-Style Kobe Steak SkewersUS$24.00

                            Citrus Kim Chee - Spicy Peanut Sauce

                            • Crispy Coconut Tiger ShrimpUS$23.00

                              Sweet Pickled Cucumbers - Thai Red Chili Sauce

                              Last updated: March 22, 2024

                              What 10,565 people are saying

                              The Tropicale reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

                              Overall ratings and reviews

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

                              4.7
                              4.7 based on recent ratings
                              • 4.6Food
                              • 4.7Service
                              • 4.7Ambience
                              • 4.2Value

                              Noise • Moderate

                              Loved For

                              • Palm Springs / Palm Desert Cities

                                Lively

                              • Palm Springs / Palm Desert Cities

                                Californian

                              • Palm Springs / Palm Desert Cities

                                Most Booked

                              • Palm Springs / Palm Desert

                                Lively

                              • Palm Springs / Palm Desert

                                Californian

                              • Palm Springs / Palm Desert

                                Most Booked

                              Review summary

                              AI-generated from verified diner reviews
                              The Tropicale offers a "fun vibe" with an "amazing" selection of food and drinks, particularly the "fried Coconut Jumbo Prawns." It's a Palm Springs staple known for its "great atmosphere" and "attentive service." The outdoor patio is a highlight, perfect for enjoying the "excellent" cocktails and "generous portions."

                              10,565 Reviews

                              1. Steve

                                Naples1 review

                                5.0

                                Dined today

                                1. Overall 5
                                2. Food 5
                                3. Service 5
                                4. Ambience 5
                                The food, service and ambiance were second to none!

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                              2. Judy VIP

                                Hawaii17 reviews

                                5.0

                                Dined today

                                1. Overall 5
                                2. Food 5
                                3. Service 5
                                4. Ambience 5
                                As always, it was a pleasant and delicious dining experience. We will return.

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                              3. OpenTable Diner

                                San Diego1 review

                                5.0

                                Dined today

                                1. Overall 5
                                2. Food 5
                                3. Service 5
                                4. Ambience 5
                                We had a wonderful time celebrating three birthdays. Our waitress Nicole was outstanding , so attentive! The food was delicious! This restaurant has a great Vibe. Thank you all for making our evening special.

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                              4. Carla

                                Palm Springs8 reviews

                                5.0

                                Dined today

                                1. Overall 5
                                2. Food 5
                                3. Service 5
                                4. Ambience 5
                                Had a great date night with lots of fun and entertainment to watch

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                              5. Jan

                                San Diego5 reviews

                                5.0

                                Dined 1 day ago

                                1. Overall 5
                                2. Food 5
                                3. Service 5
                                4. Ambience 5
                                By far, the best calamari I’ve ever had! Even though it was cold, the heaters provided plenty of heat on the patio which is such a beautiful setting.

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                              6. JulieB

                                Des Moines8 reviews

                                5.0

                                Dined 1 day ago

                                1. Overall 5
                                2. Food 5
                                3. Service 5
                                4. Ambience 5
                                We absolutely loved this hidden gem. When we got there we were greeted at the outdoor patio and were told they had turned on our heater 10 minutes before we arrived. Service was excellent and the food and drinks were excellent. We sat on the outdoor patio. A definite restaurant to go to!!

                                1 person found this helpful

                              7. Samdaman

                                Portland51 reviews

                                5.0

                                Dined 1 day ago

                                1. Overall 5
                                2. Food 5
                                3. Service 5
                                4. Ambience 5
                                Our party enjoyed our time in this classic Palm Springs hotel. The food is overall tasty and service was great. The sangria I had was HUGE. Will come again next time we’re in time.

                                1 person found this helpful

                              8. AllanD

                                New York City4 reviews

                                5.0

                                Dined 2 days ago

                                1. Overall 5
                                2. Food 5
                                3. Service 5
                                4. Ambience 5
                                We come here every time we visit Palm Spring for great food, tremendous atmosphere and excellent service from fun and knowledgeable staff.

                                1 person found this helpful

                              9. Mark

                                Palm Springs1 review

                                5.0

                                Dined 2 days ago

                                1. Overall 5
                                2. Food 5
                                3. Service 5
                                4. Ambience 5
                                Wait staff was terrific. Dominic was great. Food and drinks were superb

                                1 person found this helpful

                              10. Allan VIP

                                San Francisco23 reviews

                                5.0

                                Dined 3 days ago

                                1. Overall 5
                                2. Food 5
                                3. Service 5
                                4. Ambience 5
                                Andy, our server was outstanding. Nice guy and on it!

                                1 person found this helpful

                              FAQs

                              The Tropicale offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (760) 866-1952.

                              The Tropicale is rated 4.7 stars by 10565 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 137 times today
                              Google Map for The Tropicale

                              330 East Amado Road, Palm Springs, CA 92262

                              Dining areas

                              Additional information

                              • Phone number
                                (760) 866-1952
                              • Price
                                $31 to $50
                              • Cuisines
                                Californian, Contemporary American, International
                              • Hours of Operation
                                Brunch Sat, Sun 10:45 am–2:45 pm Lunch Wed–Fri 10:45 am–2:45 pm Happy Hour Daily 4:00 pm–7:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–11:00 pm
                              • Dress code
                                Casual Dress
                              • Parking details
                                Private parking is available in the back of the restaurant but can be limited. There is also parking available in the Casino parking structure across the street as well as plenty of street parking.
                              • Payment Options
                                AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
                              • Executive Chef
                                Tony Di Lembo

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