Best Restaurants for Special Occasions in Desert Hot Springs

A really great sushi restaurant with a hip and happening vibe. Casual and appealing ambiance, and some of the most creative and sensationally tasty sushi around.

1st we were late to our reservations, I called notifying the restaurant that we’re going to be late they said they’ll make a note of it. When we arrived 1 hr late they still seated us w/ no wait. Server was fast in taking our orders, quality of food & alcohol was on point, loved the ambience & decor, I would definitely come back & recommend this place to anyone coming to Palm Springs.

A new find for me in Palm Springs despite the fact I’ve been visiting the town for more than 30 years. And what a pleasant surprise. Slightly off the beaten track and chocker with locals, Spencer’s is a rare find. Professional, friendly, laid back, this is a place for grown ups and their pets (but not their kids). Didn’t spot one mobile phone out as guests seem to enjoy laughing and talking to checking their insta accts. Fantastic food and service. Really can’t find a negative.

First of all, every time I make a special request for a certain area in the restaurant, they ALWAYS accommodate it, and the hosts and hostesses are always so welcoming, like they're genuinely glad we got there. Nicole, our waitress was so efficient, never intrusive, and spot on with timing and recommendations; just the BEST! We were there on Thanksgiving which, in many restaurants is a bad idea, but the turkey dinner, and all of the other food and the cocktails were just amazing. Tropicale is one of my absolute favorite restaurant in Palm Springs. They NEVER disappoint.

Mr. Lyons’s is definitely my kind of restaurant. I loved my experience there. The Ambience is lovely, dark room , comfortable and beautiful booths, just a wonderful and private room. It reminds me the old glamorous movies.. I could see Frank Sinatra, Ava Gardner sitting there…. Food was good…. Great presentation. And Rusty the General Manager was such a jewel , so welcoming and kindhearted. He made the experience even more special. We just move to the dessert I am so happy to have found such a wonderful restaurant.. We have been coming here for over last few years but Mr. Lyons’s made an impression. Check it out..