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1. Il Corso - Palm Springs
4.5
Awesome(1879)
Price: Expensive
• Italian • Palm Springs
Booked 32 times today
Chef Mario Marfia was born in Sicily, Italy and honed his craft working as a chef in the Mediterranean. He brings those culinary and cultural influences to El Paseo in Palm Desert, and the New Downtown of Palm Springs. Il Corso restaurant offers genuine Italian hospitality serving a wonderful variety of traditional Italian dishes, fresh salads, homemade pastas, wood oven pizzas and delicious seafood. In addition to our regular menu, Chef Mario prepares nightly specials from all over Italy like “the world’s best gnocchi,” and our house specialty, roasted leg of veal. Start your meal off with an Italian style inspired cocktail and remember to save room for all of your favorite Italian homemade desserts to complement your dinning experience.
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2. Johannes
4.8
Exceptional(4022)
Price: Expensive
• Modern European • Palm Springs
Booked 14 times today
Chef Johannes Bacher whose global modern European award-winning cuisine including his popular fan favorite “Wiener Schnitzel” has been a downtown Palm Springs staple since 1999. Chef Bacher continues to use his many years of traveling the world as the inspiration for his subtle, creative dishes that are exciting and tastefully show off his Austrian roots. Enjoy an upscale casual dining experience whether you sit at the bar, the kitchen area, the dining room or the patios you won’t be disappointed. Whatever you choose your experience will be one of the best in Palm Springs - “Eat Well, Live Better” Johannes has been selected three years in a row for the Best of Palm Springs Awards for European Cuisine and has been recognized for the 2022 Palm Springs Business Hall of Fame. Please, No children under 5 years old. Service animals only…..Thank you!
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3. Casa Blanca Palm Springs
4.2
Awesome(10)
Price: Moderate
• Mexican • Palm Springs
Booked 5 times today
LOCATED IN THE HEART OF PALM SPRINGS ..COME JOIN US FOR A WIDE VARIETY OF MARGARITAS ON OUR UNIQUE OPEN PATIO AMAZING VIEWS OF OUR BEAUTIFUL MOUNTAINS AND ACOMPANY WITH ONE OF OUR AUNTHENTIC DISHES MADE WITH FRESH INGRIDIENTS SUCH AS ENCHILADAS, CEVICHE AND OUR FAVORITE THE MOLCAJETE AND OF COURSE OUR DELICIOUS FAJITAS ... WATCH YOUR FAVORITE SPORTS AT OUR BAR INSIDE OR OUT YOU WILL DEFINETLY ENJOY YOURSELF WE ARE WALKING DISTANCE TO THE FAMOUS MARYLIN MONROE STATUE AND MANY SHOPPING STORES NEARBY WE LOOK FORWARD TO SERVING YOU A TASTE OF MEXICO, CLOSE TO HOME IN OUR AMAZING COZY FRIENDLY ATMOSPHERE!
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4. Bongo Johnny's Patio Bar & Restaurant
4.6
Exceptional(791)
Price: Moderate
• American • Palm Springs
Booked 23 times today
Bongo Johnny's is a modern American diner with 2 fully covered/cooled/heated patio's (inside dining available also). Bongo Johnny's is a local favorite in Palm Springs, CA. Noted for top-rate service, $7 bottomless champagne, and a fun/casual atmosphere; it is a popular choice for breakfast, brunch, lunch, and dinner with the locals and visitors alike. Bongo Johnny's Patio offers American and Mexican breakfast fare, signature burgers, sandwiches, made from scratch Mac&Cheese dishes, Fish&Chips, Healthy Salads, unique drink specials, and the BEST Bloody Mary in town
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5. Grand Central Palm Springs
4.9
Exceptional(443)
Price: Moderate
• American • Palm Springs
Booked 3 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.
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6. High Bar and Restaurant
4.1
Excellent(4)
Price: Moderate
• American • Palm Springs
A Pool Bar Oasis in Palm SpringsUnique in the sprawling landscape of Palm Springs, High Bar sits outdoors adjacent to our rooftop pool atop seven stories, offering transcendent views alongside impeccable drinks and cool, classy furnishings. With a lush backdrop and a color palette of blues, grays, whites and warm wood tones, the vibe is refreshing and playful by day, yet swank and seductive once the sun sets and the stars emerge overhead. An expansive outdoor bar serves up classic and retro cocktails, craft beers from Coachella Valley and crisp wines. Delectable drinks, vivid vistas—it’s a no-fail recipe for living the high life at Kimpton Rowan Palm Springs Hotel.
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7. Jake's - Palm Springs
4.6
Exceptional(3822)
Price: Moderate
• American • Palm Springs
Booked 57 times today
Jake's is a casual, upscale European-style bistro nestled in a secluded courtyard at the epicenter of the Mid-Century Uptown design district of Palm Springs. Much like the architectural and style artisans that surround it, Jake’s takes cues from the past with a nod to the future in the kitchen and behind the bar. Classics are given a surprising twist while new flavor combinations excite the palate. Likewise wines come to us from both New and Old worlds. Of course, save room for something from our signature dessert case! Since 2007, Jake’s has offered al fresco dining as well as seating in our cozy dining room. So join our friendly, approachable and knowledgeable staff for lunch, dinner, or weekend brunch!
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8. Sandfish Sushi & Whiskey
4.6
Exceptional(3857)
Price: Moderate
• Sushi • Palm Springs
Booked 45 times today
SANDFISH SUSHI AND WHISKEY HAS BEEN SERVING MODERN SUSHI DELICACIES IN UPTOWN PALM SPRINGS SINCE 2018.Our chef and founder Engin Onural draws in cultural influences from his world travels to create a truly unique dining experience.
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9. Trio Restaurant - Palm Springs
4.3
Awesome(3985)
Price: Expensive
• American • Palm Springs
Booked 22 times today
Trio offers a lively, modern dining experience with exceptional service. Known for its chef-driven California cuisine, Trio sources fresh, local ingredients to create innovative dishes with a distinctive modern twist. Whether you are a local or a tourist, Trio promises a memorable dining experience. Located in the heart of Palm Springs’ Uptown Design District, Just steps away from unique shops, hotels and galleries, Trio is a 15-minutestroll to downtown and the iconic Marilyn Monroe statue, and a short10-minute drive from the Palm Springs Tramway.Trio continues to earn accolades, including TripAdvisorTraveler’s Choice Award and Certificate of Excellence in 2024, WineSpectator Award of Excellence in 2024, and on Yelp’s Top 100 Placesto Eat. Additionally, it’s been recognized as a Diners Choice byOpenTable. Make your reservation today and experience the best ofPalm Springs dining!
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10. Boozehounds
4.3
Awesome(371)
Price: Expensive
• Californian • Palm Springs
Booked 69 times today
Boozehounds Palm Springs was established in 2020 and has served as a go-to restaurant for dog owners from LA, San Diego, Coachella Valley, and beyond. Boozehounds was started by friends for one simple reason… they loved dogs and dreamed of owning a place where people could take their pups, enjoy an awesome cocktail or fab meal, and socialize in style. Making sure the pup was the real VIP of course! Choose from the sexy and stylish dining room and lounge facing the gorgeous San Jacinto mountains, dine in the open-air atrium, or enjoy the picturesque vacation vibes at the cabana bar and patio. Who doesn’t love a little mai tai moment?Both the Atrium and Patio are dog-friendly zones and offer water bowls and a pup-friendly menu. Please note all indoor spaces are human only.Michelin Guide Restaurant 3 years in a row, nominated best drag show 2023 by GED and Business of the Year Winner in 2023

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