Best Neighborhood Gem Restaurants in Desert Hot Springs

I rarely give five stars, and when I do it's usually for a grand dining experience that Michelin rates three stars. But our lunch at Spencer's yesterday with a dear out-of-town friend hit a ball of simple pleasures out of the park. The setting is iconic Palm Springs, so beautiful, comfortable and soothing. Our lunch of some of the best split pea soup I've ever had and salmon over a tastily dressed salad (we all had the same thing) that was perfectly cooked to our medium rare request was thoroughly enjoyable. The bottle of albarino that accompanied the food was one of the cheapest on the wine list (a great value), and simply delicious. Service is warm and there when you want it. All in, the experience was just about perfect. Kudos to Spencer's!

A visit to Palm Springs on Christmas means a dinner at Tropicale where you can count on creative cuisine, excellent service, a vibrant atmosphere. We shared the Korean Steak Skewers, that were perfectly cooked. The Steamed Edamame always hits the spot. The tasty Veggie Pizza was loaded with an assortment of vegetables topped with goat cheese. The Carmel Tart was a great ending to a fine meal. Thank you Kai for your suggestions and attentiveness! We will be back!

Incredible!!! Absolutely loved our meal at Sandfish

How wonderful it was to spend this Christmas Eve with special friends at Eight4Nine. A true treasure in the desert. Food, service and ambiance just perfect! Our server Sean was on it. He couldn’t have been more welcoming and efficient. Eight4Nine you are loved by so many. Thank you for the marvelous times and memories!

I want to take Chad home with me. But if I have to let him stay, then I hope all patrons get to experience his magic. But he does not work alone. Clearly the kitchen staff is amazing. Loved the tuna tacos, Caesar salad and lamb t-bone. Normally I don’t order dessert but I highly recommend the sticky pudding. Bottom line this is a 5* hands down.