Best Hot Spot Restaurants in Desert Hot Springs

12 restaurants available nearby

1. The Tropicale

4.7

Exceptional(10371)

Price: Expensive

• Californian • Palm Springs

Booked 116 times today

A chic and sophisticated décor provides the setting for our distinctive "world cuisine", a provocative mix of zesty influences that creates a delightful dining experience in Palm Springs, California. Plush high-backed semicircular banquettes surround our dining room and offer comfortable and private seating. The cuisine has a light, exotic feel with an emphasis on Pacific Rim specialties, from Chilean Sea Bass baked in Banana Leaves or Kahlua-Barbecued Pork Chops to all sorts of tasty tapas, salads, wood-fired pizzas, and desserts. The Coral Seas Lounge, a hip mid-century style bar is lined with sexy black leather bar-stools and is reminiscent of the upbeat lounges of old Palm Springs. It wraps around the dining room and leads outside to a lush, tropical, 2000 square foot dining patio where a variety of specialty cocktails and old-school favorites are mixed - an ideal place where friends gather and martinis are sipped under the starlit desert sky.

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2. Sandfish Sushi & Whiskey

4.6

Exceptional(3707)

Price: Moderate

• Sushi • Palm Springs

Booked 67 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.

3. Eight4Nine

4.7

Exceptional(5114)

Price: Expensive

• Contemporary American • Palm Springs

Booked 79 times today

Join us for Lunch, Brunch or Dinner. Reservations recommended but not necessary. Lounge and bar open all day long for walk-ins. No reservations for lounge or bar. Open 7 days a week.

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4. Copley's on Palm Canyon

4.7

Exceptional(6551)

Price: Very Expensive

• Contemporary American • Palm Springs

Booked 72 times today

Copley's on Palm Canyon is a hot spot for contemporary American cuisine. It's been called a 'warm and welcoming' place by reviewers, with an 'exquisite menu' and 'exceptional' food. The ambiance is 'fabulous' and the service is 'impeccable'. It's not just the food that shines, the location and atmosphere are also praised. It's described as a 'beautiful outdoor space' with 'stunning mountain views'. The reviews say it all, this place is 'never disappointing' and 'worth it'.

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5. Spencer's Restaurant

4.8

Exceptional(9271)

Price: Expensive

• American • Palm Springs

Booked 118 times today

Spencer's is an adult-oriented restaurant. We are sorry but we cannot accommodate children under 12 years old. Spencer's features an ambience that embodies the perfect blend of stylish elegance and comfortable informality. Join us for Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner or Brunch in our newly expanded indoor dining room or our award winning temperature controlled patio. Nestled at the base of the San Jacinto Mountains, Spencer's offers a popular Palm Springs tradition of culinary excellence featuring a fresh approach to classic American cuisine. Locally voted Best Breakfast, Best Sunday Brunch, Best Outdoor Dining, Best Gluten Free, Best Power Lunch, Best Wine List, Best Chef, Best Caterer and Most Romantic, Spencer's is Palm Springs' "it" place for any occasions.

6. 4 Saints

4.5

Awesome(1558)

Price: Very Expensive

• Contemporary American • Palm Springs

Booked 29 times today

With unparalleled views of picturesque mountains, 4 Saints provides a unique and modern space. Our menu is driven by bright, clean, soulful flavors that are influenced by the seasons. The beverage program provides a concise wine list, local brews, and masterful cocktails.

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7. Lulu California Bistro

4.4

Awesome(6062)

Price: Moderate

• Californian • Palm Springs

Booked 75 times today

Lulu California Bistro is Palm Springs’ landmark restaurant on world famous Palm Canyon Drive where there’s a lively vibe daily on its streetside patio, covered terrace, bar, and in its indoor dining areas featuring an extensive all day favorites menu, an award-winning three-course weekend brunch, and of course, signature cocktails and wines. The list of accolades awarded to Lulu is all encompassing: best all around restaurant, best brunch, best California cuisine, best dining experience, best outdoor dining, best pet friendly dining, best take out, and best place to hang with friends…all awarded from readers’ polls and editors’ picks over the years. Dining at Lulu is an authentic local experience with its California bistro menu, friendly and warm service, and the energy and excitement of being in Palm Springs’ most popular restaurant because, after all, “there’s always a party at Lulu!”

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8. Jake's - Palm Springs

4.5

Awesome(3516)

Price: Moderate

• American • Palm Springs

Booked 72 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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9. Trio Restaurant - Palm Springs

4.3

Awesome(3875)

Price: Expensive

• American • Palm Springs

Booked 41 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!

10. Johannes

4.8

Exceptional(3891)

Price: Expensive

• Modern European • Palm Springs

Booked 29 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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GregVIP
Palm Springs / Palm Desert Cities •6 reviews
5.0
Dined today
Great service from start to finish all the food is excellent. They had a little problem with the Parker rolls being dry but other than that it was perfection really nice job. We will come back soon.
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Mr. LyonsPrice: Very Expensive• Steakhouse• Palm Springs
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4.4
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Susan
Orange County •2 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
The food here is amazing. If you want a great upscale meal experience, make sure to come to Copleys. My only suggestion is that you dress warmly if you come in the winter months because it gets chilly outside. You most definitely want to sit outside because it’s beautiful. Even think of bringing a light blanket to throw over your legs. The service is on point and you won’t be disappointed.
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Copley's on Palm CanyonPrice: Very Expensive• Contemporary American• Palm Springs
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4.7
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Erin
Alabama •3 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
Great Sushi! Would recommend to anyone visiting Palm Springs
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Sandfish Sushi & WhiskeyPrice: Moderate• Sushi• Palm Springs
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4.6
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MichaelVIP
Chicago / Illinois •13 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
I have always loved dining at Tropicale. The food is always incredible and the staff Kind and professional. Jesse was a great waiter, helpful and personable.
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The TropicalePrice: Expensive• Californian• Palm Springs
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4.7
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JimVIP
Texas Panhandle •21 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
Food was great. Atmosphere was even better. Service was top notch. We had a party of 8 adults and 2 small children. They took great care of us and we even got our own little private room. I’m sure the other people in the restaurant were happy about that ! Very accommodating !
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Eight4NinePrice: Expensive• Contemporary American• Palm Springs
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4.7

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12 restaurants available nearby

1. The Tropicale

2. Sandfish Sushi & Whiskey

3. Eight4Nine

4. Copley's on Palm Canyon

5. Spencer's Restaurant

6. 4 Saints

7. Lulu California Bistro

8. Jake's - Palm Springs

9. Trio Restaurant - Palm Springs

10. Johannes

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