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Clandestino, Palm Springs, CA

Clandestino

4.8
4.8
868 Reviews
$30 and under
Mexican

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 49 times today
  • Great for outdoor dining
  • Charming
  • Great for creative cocktails
Clandestino is the moody sister of Tac/Quila. Serving elevated and fresh Mexican food. Located right next to the Marilyn Monroe statue in downtown Palm Springs. The restaurant is headed by Chef Gustavo Carreon who has worked diligently to create a menu that highlights the best that his home country has to offer. Some Clandestino exclusives include stuffed squash blossoms and cochinita pibil. We have 100% outdoor seating.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Mexican
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Thu, Sun 12:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 12:00 pm–11:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (760) 699-6222
  • Dress code
    Business Casual

What 868 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.8
4.8 based on recent ratings
  • 4.8Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.8Ambience
  • 4.5Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Palm Springs / Palm Desert Cities

    Best Overall

  • Palm Springs / Palm Desert Cities

    Best Food

  • Palm Springs / Palm Desert Cities

    Innovative

  • Palm Springs / Palm Desert

    Best Overall

  • Palm Springs / Palm Desert

    Best Food

  • Palm Springs / Palm Desert

    Innovative

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Clandestino in Palm Springs offers a vibrant dining experience with "fantastic atmosphere" and "excellent service." Known for unique Mexican dishes and inventive cocktails, the menu delights with items like squash blossoms and empanadas. Diners rave about the patio's mountain views and the "great ambiance." A must-visit spot for Mexican cuisine lovers!

868 Reviews
  1. Jennifer

    VIP

    San Francisco

    14 reviews

    4.0

    14 reviews

    Dined today

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Great food/service and atmosphere! Loved the margarita flight. Lots of vegetarian options which is great as we are all vegetarian!

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  2. lynn

    New York City

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Arrived to watch a glorious sunset and watch an artist in residence at the adjacent graffiti park. Greeted by gracious staff with original and elevated Mexican cuisine.

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  3. Michael

    Palm Springs

    11 reviews

    5.0

    11 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    As always, steps above the usual Mexican cuisine - fresh ingredients, unusual additions, creative and artful presentation. Takes Mexican cuisine to the haute culture level! Always a treat and a special night out.

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  4. Michael

    VIP

    Palm Springs

    7 reviews

    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great food and great service. Interesting flavors and always a great experience

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  5. Charlotte

    VIP

    Los Angeles

    7 reviews

    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Continues to be best lunchtime restaurant in town. Great service. Excellent cuisine. DOG FRIENDLY & Oldster considerate. We love it!

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  6. Kc

    Palm Springs

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The ambience is lovely with all the flowers. Nice view of the mountains. Love that you can make reservations. The food ,drink and service are wonderful. Zoe is a terrific waitress …professional, courteous, gives terrific recommendations..

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  7. Nikki

    VIP

    Palm Springs

    28 reviews

    5.0

    28 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    food fantastic, service excellent and the margaritas delightful! A must "do" in Palm Springs,

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  8. Loretta

    Houston

    110 reviews

    5.0

    110 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Pozole fantastic! Order cream on the side! Service great, thanks Zoe!

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  9. Matthew

    Los Angeles

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had a great experience at Clandestino. We enjoyed our food thoroughly and the spicy cucumber margaritas were delicious. The only issue we had with our visit, was the fact that it was New Year’s Eve and our reservation was made at 9:30 but the restaurant still closed at 10 o’clock. We felt a bit rushed to put in our order because they have a very extensive menu which required some time. Although we made a reservation for two, we opted to sit at the bar. My only minor complaint, was the redheaded, long bearded bartender. He just didn’t have a good attitude when I mentioned to him that we just sat down and needed a moment to look over the menu. It seemed like he may have just wanted to get out and celebrate the New Year’s himself. Which I completely understand. I jdon’t understand why a restaurant would take reservations all the way up until 15 minutes before they close the kitchen, then have their employees rush them to order. Especially on in the evening where it’s meant for celebration…

    1 person found this helpful

  10. Kevin

    E. Tennessee

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Wonderful NYE experience with my family. Service, food, ambience, cocktails and dessert were perfect. Will be back to try other menu options

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FAQs

Clandestino is rated 4.8 stars by 868 OpenTable diners.

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

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 49 times today
Google Map for Clandestino

175 N Palm Canyon Dr suite 160, Palm Springs, CA 92262

Additional information

  • Cross street
    Museum Way
  • Neighborhood
    Palm Springs
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Thu, Sun 12:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 12:00 pm–11:00 pm
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Mexican
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    None
  • Additional
    Patio/Outdoor Dining
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