Restaurant tips for Palm Springs

Posted by Paul Kaplan on Monday, March 19th, 2018 at 3:49pm-  Modified June 3, 2021

Palm Springs has become a foodie's destination!

WE'RE THRILLED AT THE PAUL KAPLAN GROUP TO SEE SO MUCH BUZZ AROUND THE PALM SPRINGS RESTAURANT SCENE.

LA Eaterrecently published their 17 Essential Palm Springs Restaurants, Winter 2018, both brand-spanking new venues and longstanding favorites, by Lizbeth Scordo. Updated June 3, 2021, 1:58pm PST.  Although not a complete list, they highlight some of our favorites in Palm Springs.

NOTE:  People are dining out like never before!  Reservations are tough to get in Palm Springs-  so plan ahead, make reservatios well in advance!

New Restaurants!

Bar Cecil  Stunning transformation featuring fabulous art-  lively bar scene, limited but delicious menu-  make reservations here FAR in advance to get in.

1501 Uptown Castropub  Pub food-  Palm Springs style-  wonderful indoor-outdoor space in a converted Pizza Hut!  Worth going!

Boozehounds  Dogs welcome here!  Great bar and comfort food.

Gabino's Creperie  Litterally a walk up window down an alley way-  but yummy treats to go! 

Las Palmas Brewery   Las Palmas is a family owned & operated brewery and natural wine bar. Making its home in the “Old Las Palmas” neighborhood of Palm Springs, CA.

Wildest  Worth a drive to Palm Desert-  Great vegetarian options on the menu-  an excellent option for vegetarians and non-vegetarians to eat together!  

Some of our favorites:  
 
Counter Reformation

Located at the ever popular Parker hotel, in south Palm Springs.  There may be a wait, but worth it.  Some of our clients have declared Counter Reformation as their favorite dining spot in town.

4200 E Palm Canyon DrPalm Springs, CA 92264(760) 770-5000

Sandfish by Engin Onural A recent addition to the trendy north Palm Canyon Blvd. district.

1556 N Palm Canyon DrPalm Springs, CA 92262 (760) 537-1022

Shanghai Red's Oyster Bar One of the long-time standbys for fish lovers.  Great entertainment on the patio too.Yelp235 S Indian Canyon Dr

Palm Springs, CA (760) 322-9293

Rooster And The Pig-  Intimate lively eatery-  you'll typically have to wait for a seat, but it will be well worth it.  Modern Vietnamese inspired menu.

356 S Indian Canyon Dr. Palm Springs, CA (760) 832-6691

The Barn Kitchen at Sparrows Lodge

Plan ahead one of the family-style three-course dinners that take place twice a week at this restaurant within rustic-modern boutique hotel .

1330 East Palm Canyon Drive
Palm Springs, CA - 760 327 2300

Copley's on Palm Canyon An all time favorite for over a decade, with gorgeous patio dining.

621 N Palm Canyon Dr
Palm Springs, CA 92262 (760) 327-9555

 Birba Palm Springs Go here for their Mama's Meatballs alone! Lively bar and outdoor dining patio

622 N Palm Canyon Dr  Palm Springs, CA 92262 (760) 327-5678

The Pantry Downtown Palm Springs -  at the beautiful Holiday House.
Address: 200 W Arenas Rd, Palm Springs, CA 92262 Phone: (760) 320-8866

El Jefe Tacos and Tequila-  gotta love it.
1800 E Palm Canyon Dr  Palm Springs, CA (760) 322-1900 

Workshop Kitchen + Bar Well crafted cocktails in a gorgeous architectural setting.
800 N Palm Canyon Dr, Palm Springs, CA (760) 459-3451

Azúcar Restaurant and Bar Stunning restaurant with a gorgeous rooftop patio, to enjoy sunsets.
339 S Belardo Rd, Palm Springs, CA 92262 (844) 932-8044

533 Viet Fusion-  Creative Vietnamese inspired dining.
1775 E Palm Canyon Dr, Palm Springs, CA 92264 (760) 778-6595

Farm-  Farm to table via France-  Just lovely.

6 LA Plaza, Palm Springs, CA 

Some of our other locals favorites:

Grand Central

Mr Lyons

Johannes

Billy Reeds

Cheeky's

849

Are we missing one of your favorites?  Please contact us and let us know!  Bon appetite!