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A photo of Sol Y Sombra restaurant
4.5
Awesome(474)
Price: Expensive
• Traditional Spanish • Cathedral City
Booked 1 time today
Sol Y Sombra restaurant offers up a true taste of the desert! Located inside The NEW Paloma Resort's historic Adobe, our tapas-style menu that celebrates the Coachella Valley’s agricultural roots, lacing Spanish-inspired dishes with citrus, dates, chilies and other locally-grown ingredients. Paella fans can sample several versions of the signature Spanish dish, ranging from traditional to vegetarian. Our team's mixologists can create custom drinks with the freshest ingredients and top-shelf spirits. Rounding out the beverage offerings is an excellent selection of Spanish and California wines -- plus, one of the desert's best tequila lists!To make the most of your dining experience, come hungry and bring friends so you can try everything! *a 20% auto gratuity will be added to parties of 5 guests or more.
A photo of Manhattan in the Desert - Palm Springs restaurant
4.4
Awesome(1035)
Price: Moderate
• American • Palm Springs
This popular New York Style Deli serves up amazing deli sandwiches, soups and salads and much more - huge menu, huge portions.
A photo of Melvyn's at the Ingleside Estate restaurant
4.7
Exceptional(4140)
Price: Very Expensive
• Contemporary American • Palm Springs
Booked 40 times today
A timeless Palm Springs classic specializing in traditional American Fare with a modern twist. Located in the heart of Palm Springs, in the famous Ingleside Inn, Melvyns Restaurant also features a full bar, dancefloor and piano lounge on a first come first serve basis.
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4.6
Exceptional(1875)
Price: Expensive
• American • Palm Springs
Booked 18 times today
The sophistication and glamour of the Rat Pack era comes alive at Michael Holmes’ Purple Room, the desert’s premier supper club. The Purple Room is where Frank, Sammy, Dean and their pals cavorted on and off the stage in the swinging 60s.Step in and you’ll be transported back to the elegance of the era: an intimate and inviting room, classic cocktails, world-class cuisine and the best in live entertainment seven nights a week. Hobnob with celebrities, locals, and visitors alike at Michael Holmes’ Purple Room — where Palm Springs plays!Tuesday-Thursday enjoy acclaimed jazz entertainers from 6:30 to 9:30, No cover.Tuesday through Thursday is the best Jazz Happy Hour in Valley from 4:00 to 6:00Friday through Sunday join us for dinner and a show (tickets required) featuring nationally-known entertainers. The Purple Room has been voted #1 on TripAdvisor and one of the top 100 restaurants in the country by Open Table.
A photo of Le Vallauris restaurant
4.7
Exceptional(5086)
Price: Very Expensive
• French • Palm Springs
Booked 44 times today
Established in the heart of Palm Springs at the foot of the San Jacinto Mountains, Le Vallauris has been one of the highest rated restaurants in the Coachella Valley since its inception in 1973. The exquisite cuisine at Le Vallauris is prepared by Executive Chef, Jean-Paul Lair, who has graced the restaurant for over 25 years. The Historic Landmark was built in 1927 as a home for the Roberson family, who managed Palm Springs' first hotel, The Desert Inn. Many grand parties were held in the house for guests such as Duke Ellington, Nat King Cole, Louis Armstrong and many more. Later on, when the restaurant was established it became a favorite place for Presidents and the Hollywood elite, and local socialites.
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4.8
Exceptional(1091)
Price: Moderate
• Italian • Palm Springs
Booked 9 times today
Al dente Trattoria - A quaint cucina with a decidedly European atmosphere, has served Palm Springs and international clientele for over 30 years.Al dente proprietor Kendra Riccio and Executive Chef Oscar Cardenas present an extensive menu of pastas with homemade sauces, beef, veal, and fresh seafood entrées for lunch and dinner in a casual fine dining atmosphere. Located on historic Palm Canyon Drive, downtown Palm Springs, within walking distance to major hotels, convention center, shopping and casinos.
A photo of Grand Central Palm Springs restaurant
4.5
Awesome(431)
Price: Moderate
• American • Palm Springs
Booked 5 times today
GRAND CENTRAL is in the unique walkable downtown plaza location. Delight in locally sourced produce in our spacious environment. We offer outside dining, private dining and our main dining room, the former 1936 Desmonds department store. We offer coffee, breakfast, lunch, dinner and a full bar.
A photo of Babaloo Lounge restaurant
4.3
Awesome(337)
Price: Expensive
• Gastro Pub • Palm Desert
Booked 1 time today
We are a gastropub specializing in Cuban and Peruvian flavors. While still adhering to age old family recipes, we strive to be innovative and open minded, just as our ancestors were when these flavors were first imagined. Here at BaBaLoo, we want to take on this multicultural challenge by providing the most authentic dining experience that Lake Havasu City and Palm Desert have to offer. Cuba and Peru are rich in history, and nothing tells that tale better than their diverse flavor combinations. We take ideas from cuisines around the world; Chinese, Japanese, Spanish, Caribbean, and African flavors have heavily influenced Cuban and Peruvian food throughout history.

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  • PETERVIP
    Palm Springs / Palm Desert Cities •372 reviews
    4.0
    Dined 3 days ago
    We all enjoyed our lunches. A bit pricey, but it's Palm Springs and enjoyable.
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    Manhattan in the Desert - Palm SpringsPrice: Moderate• American• Palm Springs
    4.4
  • SandraVIP
    Seattle / Eastern Washington •113 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 3 days ago
    Lovely evening, great ambiance and Peter did an excellent job. Steak tartare came with potato chips? Instead of crackers? The fire desserts were presented in a bowl instead of shallow plate and 4 little plates to share. Way too sweet compared to Brennan’s in New Orleans. Bar did not have crème de menthe? For after dinner drink in the bar.
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    Melvyn's at the Ingleside EstatePrice: Very Expensive• Contemporary American• Palm Springs
    4.7
  • AnneVIP
    Los Angeles •5 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 3 days ago
    8 friends came to dine after playing pickleball at 5pm and we had a wonderful experience. Our server was friendly and attentive. The chef delivered our many tapas which were uniformly wonderful and beautiful. They nicely split our checks so we could pay separately and brought out complimentary dessert (cheesecake). The mocktails were fantastic as was the Spanish wine which the server let us taste before committing to a bottle. We had such a good time!
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    Sol Y SombraPrice: Expensive• Traditional Spanish• Cathedral City
    4.5
  • StevenVIP
    Palm Springs / Palm Desert Cities •28 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 3 days ago
    I am going thru the menu with different entries and so far they have all been excellent. My wife is a vegan and she has been taken great care of with different slants of a vegan dish. It’s a great improvement from before. Seems like Le Vallauris has gone thru a wonderful transition with a new chief who cares for all their clients. A+ for making Le Vallauris more vegan friendly! Oh the lobster salad is I think better than before not sure I can put a finger on why but something is a bit different and more flavor plus if u like caviar or oysters they have the best!
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    Le VallaurisPrice: Very Expensive• French• Palm Springs
    4.7
  • Linda
    Sacramento / Sacramento Valley •2 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 6 days ago
    This is a throwback to the 1960’s, when the Rat Pack played here. Within an old hotel, we were warmly greeted upon entering and shown to our table. The waitress was attentive and graciously fulfilled our requests for putting cheese on the side and swapping a vegetable from one meal to another. The food was delicious! Wasn’t expecting that. We saw a show with Rose headlining. She has a pleasant voice and even more pleasant personality. We stayed to the very end. Thank you, we really enjoyed the experience.
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    The Purple RoomPrice: Expensive• American• Palm Springs
    4.6
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