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Oceans

4.7
4.7
1102 Reviews
$31 to $50
Seafood
Oceans a Mediterranean style seafood restaurant at its location since 1995.This intimate European restaurant brings the Oceans to desert offering fresh seafood prepared in classic Mediterranean and Californian styles. Dishes like bouillabaisse, paella, abalone sea bass, sand dabs, shrimp, scallops, lobster, salmon, swordfish, tuna, oysters are served every day. Not a fish lover? Oceans offers meat specials for meat lovers 16 oz veal chop, rack of lamb and steaks. Oceans serves premium spirits and an extensive wine list. Do not wait and jump to Oceans.

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2 people

7:00 PM


Booked 4 times today

Additional information

  • Dining style

    Casual Elegant

  • Cuisines

    Seafood, Mediterranean, International

  • Hours of operation

    Lunch Mon–Fri 11:30 am–2:00 pm Dinner Mon–Sat 5:30 pm–9:30 pm

  • Phone number

    (760) 324-1554

  • Payment options

    AMEX, Discover, MasterCard, Visa

  • Dress code

    Casual Dress

  • Private party facilities

    Private dinning room available for parties of 10 to 40.

  • Private party contact

    Bakir Rizvanbegovic: (760) 641-8767

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What 1,102 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
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.3Ambience
  • 4.4Value

NoiseModerate

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  • Palm Springs / Palm Desert Cities

    Best Service

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  1. OpenTable Diner

    Seattle

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined today

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Good food and service Nice atmosphere and awesome waiter
  2. OpenTable Diner

    Greensboro

    9 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    9 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We have been dining at Oceans for over 20 years. This restaurant is a precious diamond in the crown of Palm Springs! The food is absolutely delicious. Always prepared beautifully and the service was wonderful as well. My favorite dishes are the sand dabs and Royalemgr salad. The prawns are huge and succulent and the grilled octopus was done perfectly! We ventured out into the Paella territory for the first time and this saffron spiced dish was full of wonderful muscles, clams and sausage as well as grilled chicken and shrimp…delicious. The dessert… (a complimentary Birthday surprise) slice of rich creamy chocolate cake was incredible. Always the best martinis in town! If I could give more than 5 stars I’d do it!
  3. Biztravelfoodie

    Seattle

    148 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    148 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Small restaurant but BIG on flavor and fresh fish selections. Fresh fish specials the night we dined ranged from delicious simply prepared sea bass, grilled octopus, fresh oysters from the James River VA. All were wonderful. Staff was attentive. Great evening
  4. RobertR

    San Francisco

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined 5 days ago

    overall3food3service4ambience2
    Gpod quality but expensive for the amount of food received
  5. KenF

    San Diego

    6 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    6 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    overall4food4service4ambience3
    The Raw oysters were very small and should not be served
  6. Landsharkron

    Hawaii

    29 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    29 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    overall4food5service5ambience5
    Really enjoyed the food and was nice to sit next to the tropical fish tank! We both had sea bass and everything was really tasty! The table next to us was really noisy! Would go back if we are in the area!
  7. OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 14, 2023

    overall3food4service3ambience3
    It was okay, very tight tables. I was practically shoulder to shoulder with the guy on the next table.
  8. OpenTable Diner

    Edmonton

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on May 14, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Great seafood choices with superb daily specials. The food was excellent
  9. MarkC

    Omaha

    73 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    73 reviews

    Dined on May 11, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    A hidden gem. Excellent seafood. Although the restaurant touts its Mediterranean presentations, I had my fish to blackened, and my spouse had a pasta dish. Both were excellent. Recommend!
  10. KevinS

    Palm Springs

    90 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    90 reviews

    Dined on April 30, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The food is fresh, flavorful and fantastic. Great service.
  11. Glenda92264

    Palm Springs

    107 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    107 reviews

    Dined on April 28, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    This is our favorite seafood restaurant in the entire Coachella Valley. The owner & staff are friendly & efficient. They also have a number of excellent non-seafood especially veal. If you haven’t been there you owe it to yourself to give them a try.
  12. Sgriff

    Tulsa

    103 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    103 reviews

    Dined on April 28, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Our first time to Oceans … and definitely will not be our last! We were greeted warmly when we arrived. Service throughout our time there was warm and comfortable. The fresh seafood options were many and every one of our dishes were excellently prepared and simply delicious. Oceans is a real gem and a must try for anyone visiting the greater Palm Springs area.
  13. Mike

    San Francisco

    111 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    111 reviews

    Dined on April 25, 2023

    overall5food5service4ambience5
    The food was outstanding from appetizers to salad to entrees to dessert. We had the grilled veal chops and they were cooked to perfection. I will go back for these again when we visit.
  14. OpenTable Diner

    San Francisco

    3 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on April 23, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    In the desert for the Spring and couldn’t get a reservation for weeks. Finally one opened up and I’m so glad we went. Definitely our best restaurant meal of 2023. The sauces were clearly homemade and the fish and seafood was exquisitely fresh. Can’t wait to go back … if I can get another reservation some day lol
  15. Canadiangormet

    Palm Springs

    13 reviews

    5.0

    13 reviews

    Dined on April 23, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We have dined regularly at Oceans since 2012. It has never disappointed, but I do believe this past evening tops all other occasions. Although busy, the wait staff, chef, and owner all made a trip to our table to welcome us back. The service was exceptional, as usual, with Nino amazing us with his ability to remember every item and every requested exception without ever a mistake. The food quality and presentation is always very pleasing, but last evening it seemed even above the norm. The fried oysters are like no others, while the octopus entre exceeded all expectations. I would strongly recommend this venue to anyone looking for exceptional seafood, steak, or rack of lamb.
  16. MichelleT

    New York Area

    66 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    66 reviews

    Dined on April 22, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Oceans is one of our favorites in the Desert Always excellent service Our meals never disappoint.
  17. OpenTable Diner

    Alabama

    47 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    47 reviews

    Dined on April 20, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Another great experience at Ocean’s. The food is always wonderfully prepared and served with every detail in perfect balance. One of the best restaurants in the valley!
  18. JudyJ

    San Diego

    6 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on April 20, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We love this restaurant. The food and staff are always on point.
  19. Louise

    San Diego

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on April 19, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    You just can not get better, fresher seafood anywhere than here. The food is so well done, the service is impeccable and this time we sat in the patio which is lovely.
  20. Vicki

    Tahoe

    9 reviews

    5.0

    9 reviews

    Dined on April 19, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Absolutely the best seafood restaurant in the Palms Springs area (it's in Cathedral City, just east of the Palm Springs city limits). It is a Mediterranean style seafood restaurant at its location for 28 years. The core staff have been there for over 20 years, even the busboy! Service was well-timed and friendly; the food was excellent, as was the presentation. The desert menu makes it difficult to say no.
  21. LeoT

    Palm Springs

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on April 19, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Awesome meal, terrific seafood and very best service.
  22. Awinrm

    Palm Springs

    249 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    249 reviews

    Dined on April 18, 2023

    overall4food4service4ambience4
    Great choice of fresh fish. Delicious preparation. Comfortable atmosphere….reasonable prices.
  23. Luv2eat

    Minneapolis

    56 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    56 reviews

    Dined on April 16, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    It was our first time at Oceans. All 3 of us enjoyed our starters and entrees. Service was excellent and we will certainly be returning!
  24. OpenTable Diner

    Palm Springs

    43 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    43 reviews

    Dined on April 16, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    My husband and I had a very relaxing dinner sitting outside on the patio. The food was excellent and the service was terrific.
  25. Derek

    New York Area

    4 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on April 15, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Try the Chilean Sea Bass! It’s excellent. We sat next the giant fish tank. It was fun watching the fish.
  26. Kate

    Chicago

    21 reviews

    4.0

    21 reviews

    Dined on April 14, 2023

    overall4food4service5ambience3
    This was our third visit, and first time sitting inside. Unfortunately we were seated between the restroom door and kitchen access door, which affects overall ambience. However, the food was delicious, as usual, and our waiter was outstanding.
  27. Bucko

    Palm Springs

    51 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    51 reviews

    Dined on April 11, 2023

    overall4food5service5ambience2
    Neighborhood gem. The food and service are always good. The location is a little underwhelming. Not exactly a place for making impressions, but go for the seafood.
  28. weeshe

    Orange County

    17 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    17 reviews

    Dined on April 9, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    This is our favorite when we come to the desert from the beach. The food is wonderful as is the service.
  29. RandyI

    Minneapolis

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on April 9, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Excellent seafood, apps, salad, & dessert. Hidden gem!
  30. JayM

    Los Angeles

    11 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    11 reviews

    Dined on April 8, 2023

    overall3food3service2ambience1
    Was there for almost two hours and most of that time was waiting for service. Seems to be only one to two servers for the entire restaurant. Food was hit and miss. The salmon was cooked perfectly but the prawns were so overcooked that they were super chewy. You must love garlic to eat here.
  31. AndreaJ

    Minneapolis

    26 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    26 reviews

    Dined on April 7, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Absolutely the best fish selection and best preparation of any restaurant in the valley. We are never disappointed
  32. Superbucky

    Palm Springs

    33 reviews

    vip
    2.0

    33 reviews

    Dined on April 6, 2023

    overall2food3service3ambience1
    Overall, not great. The food was OKAY but pricey and not exceptional. The bread tasted like store bought. The mixed green salad was standard-like a cafe salad with blue cheese thrown on top. My Lobster Penne was tiny bits of lobster smooshed around in the bowl of penne-for $35 I expect large pieces of lobster and better overall presentation. My partner had the Lobster Ravioli and the same situation. Sloppy presentation and expensive. The decor of the place needs help. Faded pink table cloths from the 90's could be easily swapped out for white table cloths and overall the interior needs refreshing. I say skip it.
  33. Tennis

    New York Area

    120 reviews

    5.0

    120 reviews

    Dined on April 5, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Thank you for another wonderful Birthday! You friendship and kindness is a Gift!
  34. Elaineb

    Tahoe

    12 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    12 reviews

    Dined on April 5, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Always wonderful! Excellent seafood and value. Locally owned and the deserts are delicious
  35. JohnM

    Chicago

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 5, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Vacation trip. Nnn.
  36. ode2food

    Omaha

    7 reviews

    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on April 4, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Usual great Oceans.
  37. sfgeorge

    San Francisco

    39 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    39 reviews

    Dined on April 3, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    I love Oceans. Quiet and hidden, it’s relaxing and comfy. Had delicious fresh oysters and grilled octopus. So good.
  38. SueC

    Milwaukee

    16 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    16 reviews

    Dined on April 2, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    My husband's favorite is the sea bass. Cooked to perfection with a tomato topping. My shrimp and scallop scampi was superb. The seafood was large with a good chew. The pasta was al dente in a light garlic butter sauce. We shared a lemoncello Gelato is light with a bright citrus flavor. One of our favorites not far from Palm Springs and Palm Desert.
  39. JulieF

    Palm Springs

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on April 1, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Our 2nd time at Oceans, and certainly won't be our last! The staff and food were wonderful I would definitely recommend this place!
  40. JoyM

    Los Angeles

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on March 30, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Best meal we have had on our 1 year stay in Palm Springs. Octopus was grilled to perfection. Surf and Turf was sublime. Even our seafood, picky eater granddaughter was sold on your prawns. Thank you for a most enoyable evening. Joy M. Grand Lake CO

Safety precautions

  • Cleaning & sanitizing

    • Surfaces sanitized between seatings
    • Sealed or wrapped utensils used
    • Common areas deep-cleaned daily
    • Sanitizer or wipes provided for customers
  • Physical distancing

    • Limited number of seated diners
    • Distancing maintained in common areas
    • Extra space between tables
  • Protective equipment

    • Waitstaff wear masks
    • Diners must wear masks unless eating or drinking
  • Screening

    • Sick staff prohibited in the workplace
    • Staff is vaccinated

FAQs

Oceans offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (760) 324-1554.

Oceans is rated 4.7 stars by 1102 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people

7:00 PM


Booked 4 times today
Google Map for Oceans

67555 E. Palm Canyon Drive, C101, Cathedral City, CA 92234

Additional information

  • Cross street

    Canyon Plaza

  • Neighborhood

    Cathedral City

  • Hours of operation

    Lunch Mon–Fri 11:30 am–2:00 pm Dinner Mon–Sat 5:30 pm–9:30 pm

  • Cuisines

    Seafood, Mediterranean, International

  • Dining style

    Casual Elegant

  • Dress code

    Casual Dress

  • Parking details

    Large public parking available

  • Payment options

    AMEX, Discover, MasterCard, Visa

  • Additional

    Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Outdoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout

  • Phone number

    (760) 324-1554

  • Private party facilities

    Private dinning room available for parties of 10 to 40.

  • Private party contact

    Bakir Rizvanbegovic: (760) 641-8767

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