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Counter Reformation, Palm Springs, CA

Counter Reformation

4.6
4.6
249 Reviews
$31 to $50
Wine Bar

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 13 times today
  • Charming
  • Great for happy hour
  • Great for fine wines
Bar seating and ledge-leaning is the rule of thumb -- think Paris tabac or the zinc -- the heat of local life, crowded with regulars at the counter waiting for their vin rouge. Here you'll find our Cave à Manger, an eclectic curation of wines by the glass offered with a menu of small plated savory delicacies created for this tasting smorgasbord. More than an amuse-bouche, less than a serving. Range, variety, exploration and discovery are the point...........................................
RESERVATIONS ARE RECOMMENDED BUT, IF YOU DON'T SEE ANY AVAILABILITY, JUST WALK-IN FOR THE NEXT SEAT AVAILABLE.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Wine Bar, Tapas / Small Plates
  • Hours of operation
    Dinner Mon, Thu–Sun 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (760) 770-5000
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Carte Blanche, Diners Club, Discover, JCB, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive chef
    Pedro Baroso

What 249 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.6
4.6 based on recent ratings
  • 4.5Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.2Value

NoiseModerate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Counter Reformation offers an intimate dining experience with a "unique atmosphere" and "exceptional" wine selection. The creative tapas menu, featuring standout dishes like garlic prawns, is highly praised. The staff is "knowledgeable and attentive," enhancing the inviting vibe. Despite a quirky reservation system, it's "worth a visit" for its great food and service.

249 Reviews
  1. Liz

    Palm Springs

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 2, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Always our favorite little neighbourhood place to enjoy an evening. Can't wait to come back!

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  2. Stephanie

    Phoenix

    10 reviews

    3.0

    10 reviews

    Dined on February 1, 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 3
    Over hyped. It wasn’t great, it wasn’t bad. Why give a$50 per person deposit at time of reservation when they don’t even check you in. Chaotic system and just so so good and service

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  3. Agnes

    VIP

    Palm Springs

    81 reviews

    4.0

    81 reviews

    Dined on February 1, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 3
    Food is exceptional. Only one server for a large number of people. She did the job of three with smiles and kindness. Very noisy like a nightclub atmosphere.Prices on high end but worth it. Great wine selection. A unique experience. Recommend to try.

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  4. Eileen

    VIP

    New York City

    32 reviews

    5.0

    32 reviews

    Dined on January 18, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Always a fun evening with interesting food and wine choices.
    Counter ReformationResponded on January 19, 2025
    Dear Eileen, Thank you for your kind review! We're delighted you enjoy the food, wine, and fun evenings at Counter Reformation. We look forward to welcoming you back soon! Best regards, Miguel Herrera Director of Restaurants

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  5. Mara

    Austin

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on January 18, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Another fantastic experience @ Counter Reformation. Warm welcome, consistently great food, and inviting setting. I make a point of eating here every time I visit PS. And such great value for wonderfully prepared food.
    Counter ReformationResponded on January 19, 2025
    Dear Mara, Thank you for your wonderful review! We're thrilled Counter Reformation is a must-visit for you in Palm Springs. Your kind words about the warm welcome, great food, and inviting setting mean so much to us. We look forward to seeing you again soon! Best, Miguel Herrera Director of Restaurants

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  6. Robert

    VIP

    Palm Springs

    31 reviews

    4.0

    31 reviews

    Dined on January 17, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Small tapas menu and only beer and wine available. But the food was really good, especially the garlic prawns which were totally five stars. The restaurant is small and you sit at the bar. There are no tables. And they have a quirky reservation system which means they sometimes do not take reservations at all (it only seats about 20 people), and that is why it took us years to visit. Worth a visit if you can get a seat.
    Counter ReformationResponded on January 19, 2025
    Dear Robert, Thank you for your thoughtful review! We’re thrilled you enjoyed the garlic prawns and found your visit worthwhile. We appreciate your patience with our unique setup and look forward to welcoming you back soon. Best regards, Miguel Herrera Director of Restaurants

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  7. Mary

    VIP

    Chicago

    4 reviews

    4.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on January 11, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    The food was not as good as last year when we visited. Prawns too spicy-hot dog dry…
    Counter ReformationResponded on January 19, 2025
    Dear Mary, Thank you for your feedback. I’m sorry to hear your experience didn’t meet expectations this time. We’ll share your comments with the team to ensure we’re consistently delivering the quality you’ve come to expect. We hope to welcome you back for a better experience in the future. Best regards, Miguel Herrera Director of Restaurants

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  8. Anne-Marie

    VIP

    San Francisco

    8 reviews

    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on January 6, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Jocelyn was great and made the experience very fun. She was very helpful and accommodating in answering questions and making recommendations.

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  9. Jamie

    VIP

    Palm Springs

    8 reviews

    4.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on December 28, 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    One of our favorite places to go in Palm Springs. Great atmosphere, service and delicious food!

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  10. Melissa

    Minneapolis

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on December 7, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had no idea what to expect….but what a great last night to our time in Palm Springs! Menu seemed daunting, but bartender was able to give great descriptions and suggestions! Had planned on stopping elsewhere afterwards, but ended up trying most of the menu and wine list and stayed for a couple of hours! Music and ambiance were perfect for the small intimate space! A small but mighty menu! Thank you!

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FAQs

Counter Reformation is rated 4.6 stars by 249 OpenTable diners.

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 13 times today
Google Map for Counter Reformation

4200 E Palm Canyon Dr, Palm Springs, CA 92264

Additional information

  • Neighborhood
    Palm Desert
  • Hours of operation
    Dinner Mon, Thu–Sun 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Wine Bar, Tapas / Small Plates
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Valet Parking only
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Carte Blanche, Diners Club, Discover, JCB, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Pedro Baroso
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Counter Seating, Gender Neutral Restroom, Non-Smoking, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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