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Best Restaurants in Palm Springs
63 restaurants analyzed out of 471 identified · United States
The Coachella Valley's dining scene is shaped by its resort character - mid-century modern settings in Palm Springs, El Paseo shopping-street dining in Palm Desert, and country-club restaurants in Rancho Mirage. Prices range from moderate in Cathedral City to expensive in the resort towns. The California-casual outdoor dining culture is a year-round advantage.
Palm Springs has 63 analyzed restaurants. Some of the strongest areas for dining are Palm Springs. Top cuisines include American, French.
Grade Distribution
A1 restaurants
A-9 restaurants
B+27 restaurants
B19 restaurants
B-4 restaurants
C+2 restaurants
C1 restaurants
Top Restaurants in Palm Springs
- Farm A · Modern French, French · Downtown Palm Springs — Charming garden-patio spot for French-leaning brunch and a rotating prix fixe dinner; excellent food and ambiance with...
- L'Atelier Café Palm Springs A- · French cafe, French · Downtown Palm Springs — Charming downtown French cafe for pastries, croque-croissants, and brunch; great vibe and friendly, fast service, with...
- Elmer's Restaurant (Palm Springs, CA) A- · Breakfast and brunch, American · Palm Springs — A beloved Palm Springs breakfast-and-brunch institution with generous portions, fast friendly service, and famous...
- Bar Cecil A- · Modern American, American · Downtown Palm Springs — Stylish, buzzy modern American spot with polished cocktails and strong signatures; reservations and waits are tough,...
- Tac/Quila A- · Modern Mexican, Mexican · Downtown Palm Springs — Stylish modern Mexican with standout margaritas and elevated plates; busy, pricey, and great for groups if you book...
- Eight4Nine Restaurant & Lounge A- · New American, American · Downtown Palm Springs — Stylish New American spot with creative plates, lively vibe, and strong desserts; food often impresses but service...
- Johnny Costa's Ristorante A- · Italian-American, Italian · Downtown Palm Springs — Old-school Palm Springs Italian with red-sauce comforts, Sinatra lore, and lively service; excellent chicken parm and...
- Chef Tanya's Kitchen A- · Vegan, Plant-based · South Palm Springs — Creative vegan deli with standout sandwiches and friendly staff; counter-order setup, modest dining room, moderate...
- Spencer's Restaurant A- · Contemporary American, American · South Palm Springs — Elegant patio dining with classic American dishes, strong brunch and steaks; beautiful setting, high prices, and...
- The Tropicale Palm Springs A- · Eclectic global, Contemporary American · Downtown Palm Springs — Stylish, high-energy Palm Springs hotspot with crowd-pleasing global fusion, strong cocktails, generous portions, and a...
Top Neighborhoods for Dining
- Palm Springs — 53 restaurants, 10 rated A- or higher · Known for Mexican
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209 restaurants · 10 top-rated · Known for Mexican
Palm Springs has a restaurant scene shaped by its resort character, with mid-century modern settings and a mix of American and international options. Moderate to expensive.
78 restaurants · Known for Mexican
Cathedral City has the most affordable dining in the Coachella Valley - Mexican, American, and casual options at moderate prices. Less polished than Palm Springs or Palm Desert but with honest...
63 restaurants · Known for French cafe
Palm Desert has restaurants along El Paseo, the area's main shopping and dining street. Moderate to expensive.
44 restaurants · Known for Burgers
Rancho Mirage centres on resort and country club restaurants at expensive prices - the most expensive dining in the Coachella Valley per restaurant. The clientele is older and affluent, and the...
Tried and True
Outstanding food without the experimental edge
- Farm A · Modern French, French — Charming garden-patio spot for French-leaning brunch and a rotating prix fixe dinner; excellent food and ambiance with...
- Elmer's Restaurant (Palm Springs, CA) A- · Breakfast and brunch, American — A beloved Palm Springs breakfast-and-brunch institution with generous portions, fast friendly service, and famous...
Cuisine Strengths
- American — 30 restaurants, 4 rated A- or higher
- French — 4 restaurants, 2 rated A- or higher
Best Value
- L'Atelier Café Palm Springs A- — Charming downtown French cafe for pastries, croque-croissants, and brunch; great vibe and friendly,...
- Don & Sweet Sue's Cafe B+ — Old-school diner serving generous classic breakfasts and sandwiches with friendly, team-style...
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