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   SarahV

   Palm Springs

   31 reviews

   vip
   5.0

   31 reviews

   Dined 1 day ago

   overall5food5service5ambience5

   The food was good as always. Service from all that was excellent. The host was friendly and very prompt to help and seat us. Cesar and Mikey gave us great service as always. We love this place! Food is always so fresh and tasty, comes out very prompt.

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   RachelSheedy

   Palm Springs

   49 reviews

   vip
   5.0

   49 reviews

   Dined 5 days ago

   overall5food5service5ambience5

   The most beautiful view in the valley and a yummy breakfast served early. They are also super welcoming to pups. Love this place!

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   Daisy

   Palm Springs

   66 reviews

   vip
   5.0

   66 reviews

   Dined 7 days ago

   overall5food5service5ambience5

   Thanks to the handsome and attentive waiters, and thanks to the talented chef(s), we had a fine lunch. The New England clam chowder was perfectly spiced.

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   OpenTable Diner

   Los Angeles

   2 reviews

   5.0

   2 reviews

   Dined on July 31, 2022

   overall5food5service5ambience5

   This was our first time. The food and bloody Mary’s were really good and the views were incredible.

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   PeterG

   Palm Springs

   114 reviews

   vip
   4.0

   114 reviews

   Dined on July 31, 2022

   overall4food4service4ambience5

   Food was good and service was unremarkable

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   JamesM

   Los Angeles

   23 reviews

   vip
   4.0

   23 reviews

   Dined on July 30, 2022

   overall4food5service5ambience4

   Always good. Chicken sandwich and burger were delicious. Services was very friendly, view is amazing.

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   HowardG

   Los Angeles

   3 reviews

   5.0

   3 reviews

   Dined on July 29, 2022

   overall5food5service5ambience5

   This is one of the most elegant, upscale but comfortably casual, fine restaurants in Palm Springs - with beautiful views, delicious food, excellent service, quiet ambiance and very moderate prices. We are regular patrons.

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   PaulO

   Palm Springs

   49 reviews

   vip
   2.0

   49 reviews

   Dined on July 28, 2022

   overall2food3service2ambience3

   I have dined here many times before and it has been fine, not great, but fine. I invited a friend to have lunch with me and booked the table using Rewards. I received the virtual Rewards card from OpenTable. I informed the host that I was going to use the Rewards card to pay for part of the meal. I was told that they could not accept it. I asked for the manager. I was given an email and phone number. I emailed the manager and asked how they planned to make it up to me, since accepting the Reward card is a part of the restaurant's agreement with OpenTable. After days of getting no response I contacted OpenTable; they provided a partial solution, but as of this writing (a week after the reservation) I have still no word from Escena. Needless to say I am extremely disappointed and will not return.

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   JimK

   Palm Springs

   3 reviews

   vip
   4.0

   3 reviews

   Dined on July 24, 2022

   overall4food3service5ambience5

   Beautiful views. Great service, average food. gives a moderate price.

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    KimR

    Palm Springs

    12 reviews

    5.0

    12 reviews

    Dined on July 10, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    The serving staff were exceptionally attentive and friendly. The food, as always, was outstanding. An excellent menu with the salmon being a particular favorite.

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    Edward

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on July 10, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Great drinks, appetizers were very good, main course was delicious. Service was outstanding, the views are amazing, will absolutely come back and tell friends about this hidden gem!

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    ClayJ

    San Diego

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on July 9, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Great food, excellent service, nice ambience. Highly recommend!

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    BelgiumChocolate

    San Francisco

    4 reviews

    4.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on July 3, 2022

    overall4food4service4ambience5

    Dining on the terrace is wonderful. The view of the mountain is spectacular. We were there for brunch on a Sunday with 100 degrees temperature, however the shade and the fanned misters kept it very comfortable and pleasant.

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    Hunray1

    Denver

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on July 3, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    We eat here all the time and it is predictably great!

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    Harrier

    San Francisco

    15 reviews

    3.0

    15 reviews

    Dined on July 3, 2022

    overall3food3service2ambience5

    We love the location and ambiance however this is the second time we had an unfriendly server! I ordered scrambled eggs with cottage cheese, no potatoes or fruit as I am on a diet. I was never asked what kind of toast I wanted nor if I even wanted toast. When wheat toast came with my order I told the server I didn’t want toast and would like to substitute tomatoes. I was charged an additional $5. It’s not the money it’s the attitude and lack of anticipating a guests needs. Disappointing!

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    RegularsJimMatt

    Palm Springs

    32 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    32 reviews

    Dined on July 3, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Javier the server wad phenomenal. Attentive with great advice on choices. The famous house made potato chips and sauce are reason enough to return as this local often dies.

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    MichaelS121816

    New Mexico

    4 reviews

    2.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on June 26, 2022

    overall2food3service2ambience3

    We have been trying to get in to Escena Grill for Sunday brunch for several weeks. When I check for availability, it shows nothing except 12:30 or 1:00pm. We booked the 1:00pm. Arrived about 15 minutes early and noticed the place had MANY open tables and good staffing. A frequent ploy used by restaurants in financial trouble to create a sense of urgency for customers to think, wow, this place must be good. Website embellishes the atmosphere and food. Completely unrealistic. Food was fair and not cheap. Not going back and not recommending it to anyone. Noticed the sign at the front entry that a new owner has applied for a license. Wish them luck. Want good food a reasonable price? Go to Si Bon in Rancho Mirage. Food and service were excellent. Stay away from Palm Springs and Cathedral City tourist traps.

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18. OT

    OpenTable Diner

    Palm Springs

    7 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on June 26, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Great food. Great service.

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    MTGA

    Palm Springs

    7 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on June 25, 2022

    overall5food5service4ambience5

    This place is always consistently good and has the best vistas in town.

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    jimZ

    Los Angeles

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on June 19, 2022

    overall4food4service5ambience5

    Then there many times and never dissatisfied. Ambiance great even in summer. Friendly and efficient staff. We always have a few critiques about the hollandaise sauce flavor, but that and busted espresso machine apart, everything was usual perfect.

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    FredL

    Central Coast

    7 reviews

    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on June 19, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    I highly recommend the Escena Lounge & Grill! The food is excellent, the service is outstanding and the ambiance was great!

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22. OT

    OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on June 18, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Father’s Day weekend

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    JPRPS

    Los Angeles

    12 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    12 reviews

    Dined on June 12, 2022

    overall3food4service2ambience4

    The food is always good here. Had the Cobb salad with a Diet Coke. However all my regulars working there have disappeared. Our new waiter was not friendly. As I was ordering I just asked also for extra dressing on the side and cut me off in mid sentence. Well my salad came with no dressing on the side had to ask someone walking by to get it for me, the guy I asked and who have never seen before seemed peeved and put out of his way. My empty glass of Diet Coke sat at the side of the table for an eternity- our waiter never came back over though he was all chummy with the table next to us, and kept coming back to them for drinks and water. Finally flagged down a nice girl and she got me my refill. Our waiter only came back to give us the check. (I honestly felt he was homophobic). As the two straight couples sitting next to us got his constant attention. I could be wrong but this was the worst service I’ve had in 8 years. I miss my old fellow staff that was so friendly and treated me like I was part of the family. Food is still good, the service just sucked.

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24. OT

    OpenTable Diner

    Los Angeles

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on June 11, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    It was wonderful and the staff very friendly. Greatly enjoyed the bottomless mimosas.

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    GaryF

    New England

    31 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    31 reviews

    Dined on June 11, 2022

    overall4food3service5ambience5

    I got the sea bass the skin was not cooked crispy and it didn’t taste fresh. Someone at the table got the cauliflower steak and hated it. It was unfortunate because I use to like it there.

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    MarkS

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on June 8, 2022

    overall3food3service3ambience4

    Lunch for a party of 5 on Wednesday, menu was great, server was always available, not very busy and quiet. The meal was great and would return again, but be advised when the time come to pay our tab, was informed that management would not break down the bill for individual payments.

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    HowardG

    Los Angeles

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on June 4, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    I'M A LONG-TIME REPEAT PATRON OF ESCENA'S TERRIFIC RESTAURANT AND PLAN TO CONTINUE TO PATRONIZE IT AS ONE OF MY FAVORATE DINING DESTINATIONS IN PALM SPRINGS. SINCERELY, HOWARD GOODWIN

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    Mossi

    Palm Springs

    3 reviews

    4.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on June 4, 2022

    overall4food5service5ambience4

    Superb fried chicken - good burgers too!

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    DavidK

    Los Angeles

    9 reviews

    5.0

    9 reviews

    Dined on May 28, 2022

    overall5food5service4ambience5

    The food was amazing. The outdoor dining space is the best in PS

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    GaryO

    Tahoe

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on May 19, 2022

    overall5food5service4ambience5

    Excellent food, good service, nice and appropriate live musical entertainment. Lovely evening and we will be returning.

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31. OT

    OpenTable Diner

    Los Angeles

    1 review

    vip
    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 14, 2022

    overall5food4service5ambience5

    Always love Escena! Great service and the best views in the desert!

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    NicoleB

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 30, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Beautiful view! Service was excellent. Loved the bottomless mimosas.

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33. OT

    OpenTable Diner

    Salt Lake City

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 30, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    It was lovely!

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    Tommy

    Atlanta

    47 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    47 reviews

    Dined on April 29, 2022

    overall4food4service4ambience5

    It seems like it’s going downhill a bit. The chairs all need to be replaced and the cushions are reqlly dirty……. It just doesn’t feel like anyone is caring about what’s going on with the ambience The views are out of this world Food is still good

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    PSPdinning

    Palm Springs

    37 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    37 reviews

    Dined on April 29, 2022

    overall4food4service5ambience4

    I would have given the food five stars since my scallops were exceptional! However my husband had the ceasar salad and the dressing was disappointing. It had no flavor....very bland. BTW anchovies are available upon request

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    jpc90266

    Los Angeles

    16 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    16 reviews

    Dined on April 24, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Great service, good food and epic views.

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    PSBill

    Palm Springs

    5 reviews

    4.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on April 23, 2022

    overall4food3service3ambience5

    We were outside overlooking the golf course, so the view and overall ambience was outstanding. The food and beverage was average, and the service slow. Having said that, we will probably return in the future.

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    PSPdinning

    Palm Springs

    37 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    37 reviews

    Dined on April 22, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Had a great meal in a beautiful setting. Had originally hoped to sit outside but the wind changed our mind. Regardless the facility is very nice. I had the steak diane. Excellent choice although I wish there had a bit more of the sauce. Next time I will ask for extra. My husband had the fried chicken. Always crispy and delicious. Javier our server was very attentive.

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    Tommy

    Palm Springs

    36 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    36 reviews

    Dined on April 20, 2022

    overall4food4service3ambience4

    Live music always fun, good atmosphere and the view is great.

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    OpenTable Diner

    Palm Springs

    12 reviews

    4.0

    12 reviews

    Dined on April 20, 2022

    overall4food4service3ambience5

    We four meet every other week for lunch and cards. We asked for separate checks and told it’s too much trouble. By the time, 4:00, we get our checks, the place is, relatively, empty. Since we are locals, frequent patrons, and sit inside where there are many empty tables, I think they could accommodate us

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