The Tropicale

4.7

10278 Reviews

$31 to $50

Californian

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2 people

24 Nov 2024

19:00

Booked 102 times today

Lively
Great for creative cocktails
Great for outdoor dining

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 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
Website
http://www.thetropicale.com/
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.

Location
330 East Amado Road, Palm Springs, CA 92262
Area
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
Dog Friendly, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Patio/Outdoor Dining

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Popular dishes

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

What 10,278 people are saying

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
4.8Service
4.8Ambience
4.3Value

Noise • Moderate

Diners' Choice Awards

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 offers an exceptional dining experience with its "great atmosphere" and "amazing food." Guests rave about the "outstanding service" and delicious cocktails. While prices are on the higher side, the lively ambiance and attentive staff make it a top choice for visitors.

10,278 Reviews

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Chris
Central Coast
7 reviews
vip
5.0
7 reviews
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Wonderful presentation. Great tasting! One of the best huevos rancheros I have ever had!
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Cary
Palm Springs
7 reviews
5.0
7 reviews
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Tropical typically provides an exceptionally high-level of service and quality!
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Jeff
Key West
17 reviews
vip
3.0
17 reviews
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 3
2. Food 1
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Tropical has been one of our favorite restaurants for years. Not sure what’s happening here, but the food has been subpar for our last three or four visits. Undercooked and cold last night. Service remains exceptional.
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Dianna
Portland
45 reviews
vip
5.0
45 reviews
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We have owned a home in Palm Springs for eleven year's. One of our first finds was walking into Tropicale for dinner. What an extraordinary experience, that night and last night. It is like the old TV show Cheers "where everyone knows your name" or for sure your face! Thank you Ranz, Tony and all of the staff for treating is so well. It is always a joy to return to Tropicale for another fantastic meal with friends and family. See you again soon. Robert and Dianna
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Elizabeth
Philadelphia
28 reviews
4.0
28 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
Nice "Old Palm Spings" ambiance. Delicious food and comfortable for a solo diner.
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Cecilia
New York City
36 reviews
vip
5.0
36 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We were greeted by the staff as we came in the door. We were seated in a lovely and comfortable booth. Our food was delicious! We topped it off with a yummy Baked Alaska. Our server, Carissa, was wonderful and also, a friendly professional. We look forward to our return. Cecilia
1 person found this helpful
S
Steve
Palm Springs
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
This is my absolute favorite restaurant in Palm Springs. Always have an amazing time. Our waiter Kai was very friendly and professional.
1 person found this helpful
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Margarita
Los Angeles
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined 5 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great ambiance, great service, wonderful experience all around. This was my second time at this establishment and it certainly delivered!
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Suzanne
Washington DC
5 reviews
4.0
5 reviews
Dined 6 days ago
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 3
Disappointed our party of 6 was seated at a 4-top + an added side chair. 3 people had to sit in 2 spaces. We had added a 6th person to our 6:30 reservation 1.5 hours before and would have expected to be accommodated or told there wasn’t enough space. We are locals who eat at this restaurant on a regular basis.
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Lydia
Palm Springs
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Cocktails were delicious, service was impeccable, food was great. The crispy goat cheese and beet salad always is our starter and it never disappoints.
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 10278 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a booking

2 people

24 Nov 2024

19:00

Booked 102 times today

Order delivery or takeout

330 East Amado Road, Palm Springs, CA 92262

Dining areas

Additional information

Cross Street
Encilia
Area
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
Dog Friendly, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Patio/Outdoor Dining

Website
http://www.thetropicale.com/
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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The Tropicale

Make a booking

Order delivery or takeout

Dining areas

Additional information

75 Palm Springs / Palm Desert Cities Restaurants to Love This Valentine's Day

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The Pupu Platter

Share Plates

The Pupu PlatterUS$42.00

Bowl of Steamed EdamameUS$19.00

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

Iced Big Ass Shrimp CocktailUS$30.00

Moroccan Lamb Meatballs with Warm PitaUS$26.00

Spicy Shanghai RibsUS$22.00

Basket of Onion RingsUS$19.00

Firecracker ShrimpUS$23.00

Crispy Nori Ahi Tuna RollUS$23.00

Crispy Tempura Jumbo Selva PrawnsUS$28.00

Thai Grilled Chicken SatayUS$22.00

Tangerine-Glazed Mandarin CalamariUS$22.00

Spicy Korean-Style Kobe Steak SkewersUS$24.00

Crispy Coconut Tiger ShrimpUS$23.00

Overall ratings and reviews

Diners' Choice Awards

Review summary

FAQs

Does The Tropicale offer delivery through OpenTable or takeout?

How is The Tropicale restaurant rated?

Is The Tropicale currently accepting bookings?

Make a booking

Order delivery or takeout

Dining areas

Additional information

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