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The Tropicale, Palm Springs, CA

The Tropicale

4.8
4.8
10311 Reviews
$31 to $50
Californian
A photo of The Tropicale restaurant

The Tropicale

4.8
$31 to $50
Californian
Palm Springs

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2 people
7:00 p.m.
Booked 72 times today
  • Great for outdoor dining
  • Lively
  • 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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Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • 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
  • Phone number
    (760) 866-1952
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive Chef
    Tony Di Lembo
  • Catering
    Order wonderful Tropicale creations for any occasion. Call, place an order and we will have it ready for pick up. If you'd like to bring in your own special platters we can plate your choice of food and have them ready whenever you'd like.
  • Private party facilities
    Our wonderful patio can be rented out for private functions.
  • Neighbourhood
    Palm Springs
  • Cross Street
    Encilia
  • 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.
  • Entertainment
    Every Tuesday and Thursday starting at 5:00, it's renowned jazz musician Derrik Lewis and his trio at the keyboard.
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Dog Friendly, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 10,311 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
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.8Ambience
  • 4.3Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Palm Springs / Palm Desert Cities

    Californian

  • Palm Springs / Palm Desert Cities

    Most Booked

  • Palm Springs / Palm Desert

    Californian

  • Palm Springs / Palm Desert

    Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
The Tropicale in Palm Springs is a vibrant dining gem known for its "amazing food" and "phenomenal vibe." Guests rave about its "delicious cocktails," lively atmosphere, and attentive service. The outdoor patio is a highlight, offering a charming setting with misters to stay cool. Ideal for special occasions and fun evenings.

10,311 Reviews
  1. Sarah

    Berlin

    16 reviews

    vip
    2.0

    16 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 4
    Ich kenne das Tropical seit Jahren aber gestern war es eine Katastrophe! Das Essen würde ich niemandem empfehlen! ! Schätze es ist unter einer anderen Leitung und den Koch sollten sie auch ersetzen! Schade

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  2. Scott

    Washington DC

    11 reviews

    5.0

    11 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Fun vibe, special treat! Ordered the pu pu platter, worth it! Tasty and filling.

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  3. Polly

    Palm Springs

    4 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    It is always a pleasure to dine at The Tropicale. The service and attentiveness to our needs was spectacular! Our favorite place in Palm Springs

    1 person found this helpful

  4. Nick

    London

    14 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    14 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Recommended by guests in the hotel we were staying in and so glad they did!

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  5. Sandi

    Las Vegas

    52 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    52 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Absolutely love everything about The Tropical! Food, service and lively environment. Best patio in Palm Springs! Our server, Ashley, made our experience incredibly fun - great food recommendations and entertaining banter. Will definately ask to be seated with Ashley again! Always good to see the manager, Michelle, greeting guests and ensuring they are having a good time.

    1 person found this helpful

  6. Lawrence

    Chicago

    14 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    14 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    good food and drink good service, is pricy, but we love it

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  7. Diane

    Orange County

    16 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    16 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great atmosphere and excellent cuisine. Wait staff very attentive and friendly. Thanks for a great Happy Hour with friends!

    1 person found this helpful

  8. Shoshan

    Chicago

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We have been to Tropicale many times w/family & a fun time is always had by all - thanks!

    1 person found this helpful

  9. Ellen

    Cincinnati

    11 reviews

    vip
    2.0

    11 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 5
    In the entirety open patio area, they sat us next to the door that led to the trash. The food was bland. The server was only mildly friendly. I doubt I would return.

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  10. edward

    San Francisco

    9 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    9 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The service was outstanding. We went with 2 small grandchildren and the service and food exceeded expectations.

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FAQs

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

The Tropicale is rated 4.8 stars by 10311 OpenTable diners.

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

A photo of The Tropicale restaurant

The Tropicale

4.8
$31 to $50
Californian
Palm Springs

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 p.m.
Booked 72 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for The Tropicale

330 East Amado Road, Palm Springs, CA 92262

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    Encilia
  • Neighbourhood
    Palm Springs
  • 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
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Californian, Contemporary American, International
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • 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
  • Entertainment
    Every Tuesday and Thursday starting at 5:00, it's renowned jazz musician Derrik Lewis and his trio at the keyboard.
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Dog Friendly, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
    (760) 866-1952
  • Catering
    Order wonderful Tropicale creations for any occasion. Call, place an order and we will have it ready for pick up. If you'd like to bring in your own special platters we can plate your choice of food and have them ready whenever you'd like.
  • Private party facilities
    Our wonderful patio can be rented out for private functions.
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