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Spencer's Restaurant, Palm Springs, CA

Spencer's Restaurant

4.7
4.7
9346 Reviews
$31 to $50
American

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 124 times today
  • Great for outdoor dining
  • Charming
  • Good for special occasions

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.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    American, Contemporary American, Continental
  • Hours of operation
    Brunch Sun 8:00 am–2:30 pm Breakfast Mon, Thu–Sat 8:00 am–11:00 am Lunch Mon, Thu–Sat 11:00 am–2:30 pm Dinner Mon, Thu–Sun 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (760) 327-3446
  • Website
    http://www.spencersrestaurant.com/
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Resort Casual
  • Catering
    Full service catering with custom designed menus for every conceivable special occasion on or off-site. Contact Brian at Brian@spencersrestaurant.com for inquiries.
  • Private party facilities
    Within easy walking distance of fabled Palm Canyon Drive in downtown Palm Springs ensconced at the base of the San Jacinto Mountains is Spencer’s Restaurant, a local hotspot with an award-winning wine list, picturesque grounds and a incredibly romantic private event space, the Bougainvillea Room.
  • Private party contact
    Brian Thorson: (760) 325-2313
  • Location
    701 W. Baristo, Palm Springs, CA 92262
  • Neighborhood
    Palm Springs
  • Cross street
    W. Baristo Rd. & S. Tahquitz Dr.
  • Parking details
    Guests are welcome to use our valet service or parallel park on the street.
  • Public transit
    Palm Springs BUZZ Stops Here.
  • Entertainment
    Piano AM & PM as well as live entertainment on most holidays.
  • Additional
    Banquet, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Outdoor Firepit, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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Desserts

  • Vanilla Crème Brulee$14.00

    Tahitian vanilla bean custard with a cellophane of caramelized sugar and seasonal berries

    • Warm Chocolate Molten Cake$15.00

      Also known as volcano cake for its liquidly chocolate center, baked to order and complimented with vanilla ice cream

      • Tiramisu$13.00

        Sponge cake and layered fingers soaked in espresso syrup with sweet mascarpone mousse, finished with dusting of cocoa

        • Banana Split$17.50

          Chocolate, vanilla, and strawberry ice cream. Served with banana, whipped cream, chocolate, strawberry, and caramel sauces, candied pecans and berries

          • Mixed Berries$15.00

            Topped with whipped cream

            • Chocolate Pot de Crème & Cookies$15.00

              A creamy -rich chocolate custard Served with two freshly baked cookies

              • Banana Cream "Pie"$14.00

                Silky vanilla custard, torched bananas, vanilla whipped cream, flaky pastry crust, caramel sauce, and shaved Maracaibo chocolate

                • Ice Cream and Cookies$13.00

                  Ice cream with chocolate chip cookies and pistachio nut gluten free cookies

                  • Ice Cream or Sorbet$11.00

                    Ice cream or sorbet in a sugar gaufrette. Ask your server for available selections

                    • 24 Carrot$14.00

                      Not your ordinary carrot cake! Moist carrot layers with orange marmalade, Finished with a thick layer of cream cheese mousse; And crisp white chocolate wafe

                      Last updated: April 16, 2022

                      What 9,346 people are saying

                      Overall ratings and reviews

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

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

                      Noise • Moderate

                      Loved For

                      • Palm Springs / Palm Desert Cities

                        Great for brunch

                      • Palm Springs / Palm Desert Cities

                        American

                      • Palm Springs / Palm Desert Cities

                        Most Booked

                      • Palm Springs / Palm Desert

                        Great for brunch

                      • Palm Springs / Palm Desert

                        American

                      • Palm Springs / Palm Desert

                        Most Booked

                      Review summary

                      AI-generated from verified diner reviews
                      Spencer's Restaurant in Palm Springs is a favorite among locals and visitors, known for its "consistent quality," "excellent food," and "superb service." The patio dining offers a "tranquil ambience," and it is a "go-to spot" for special occasions. Guests rave about the "beautiful setting," "professional staff," and "delicious menu options." Whether for brunch or dinner, the "atmosphere is always delightful," making it a "must-visit tradition" in the desert.

                      9,346 Reviews

                      1. Wendy

                        Palm Springs

                        2 reviews

                        5.0

                        2 reviews

                        Dined today

                        1. Overall 5
                        2. Food 5
                        3. Service 5
                        4. Ambience 5
                        Live this restaurant! The food is excellent and if you go during the day you can watch tennis

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                      2. Gary

                        VIP

                        Chicago

                        151 reviews

                        5.0

                        151 reviews

                        Dined today

                        1. Overall 5
                        2. Food 5
                        3. Service 5
                        4. Ambience 5
                        Food was wonderful. I had the duck and my wife had the veal chop. The 3 onion soup was also excellent.

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                      3. OpenTable Diner

                        San Francisco

                        1 review

                        5.0

                        1 review

                        Dined today

                        1. Overall 5
                        2. Food 5
                        3. Service 5
                        4. Ambience 5
                        Best meal and best service during our visit to Palm Springs!

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                      4. Jim and Katherine

                        VIP

                        Seattle

                        23 reviews

                        5.0

                        23 reviews

                        Dined 1 day ago

                        1. Overall 5
                        2. Food 5
                        3. Service 5
                        4. Ambience 5
                        Always a joy to return here. Food and service is certainly consistently delicious. Love the Prix Fixe dinner menu. Love the breakfasts!

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                      5. Kathleen

                        VIP

                        Las Vegas

                        16 reviews

                        5.0

                        16 reviews

                        Dined 1 day ago

                        1. Overall 5
                        2. Food 5
                        3. Service 5
                        4. Ambience 5
                        Great restaurant - always go whenever we are in Palm Springs - food is always good and our service last night was excellent - much better than at Copley's - we will be back !

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                      6. John

                        Palm Springs

                        86 reviews

                        3.0

                        86 reviews

                        Dined 2 days ago

                        1. Overall 3
                        2. Food 4
                        3. Service 4
                        4. Ambience 4
                        For two salads and two drinks, close to $100 with tip is outrageous for lunch!

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                      7. Lawrence

                        Palm Springs

                        1 review

                        5.0

                        1 review

                        Dined 2 days ago

                        1. Overall 5
                        2. Food 5
                        3. Service 5
                        4. Ambience 5
                        As always Spencers is excellent. In my opinion the best restaurant in Palm Springs.

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                      8. Carl

                        San Francisco

                        26 reviews

                        4.0

                        26 reviews

                        Dined 2 days ago

                        1. Overall 4
                        2. Food 3
                        3. Service 4
                        4. Ambience 4
                        We always love going to Spencer's. It's not terribly pricey, the atmosphere is lovely, and the staff is fantastic. Food is always very solid. This time I ordered a salade niçoise, and the elements were certainly very good- but I gotta say that the dressing was all wrong and way too creamy. Still, I enjoyed my meal and the rest of our party did as well. I will return again and again- but will just order something different.

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                      9. Pam

                        VIP

                        Portland

                        16 reviews

                        5.0

                        16 reviews

                        Dined 2 days ago

                        1. Overall 5
                        2. Food 5
                        3. Service 5
                        4. Ambience 5
                        Excellent food and Service!!! Amazing atmosphere

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                      10. Thomas

                        VIP

                        Phoenix

                        93 reviews

                        2.0

                        93 reviews

                        Dined 4 days ago

                        1. Overall 2
                        2. Food 1
                        3. Service 3
                        4. Ambience 3
                        Had the White fish pan fried which is normally very good. This time they obviously cooked a frozen fish and did not cook it well. It was soggy, mushy and just overall a bad meal. I could go on but not worth the effort. We will not go again.

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                      FAQs

                      Spencer's Restaurant offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (760) 327-3446.

                      Spencer's Restaurant is rated 4.7 stars by 9346 OpenTable diners.

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

                      Make a reservation

                      2 people
                      7:00 PM
                      Booked 124 times today

                      Order delivery or takeout

                      Google Map for Spencer's Restaurant

                      701 W. Baristo, Palm Springs, CA 92262

                      Additional information

                      • Cross street
                        W. Baristo Rd. & S. Tahquitz Dr.
                      • Neighborhood
                        Palm Springs
                      • Hours of operation
                        Brunch Sun 8:00 am–2:30 pm Breakfast Mon, Thu–Sat 8:00 am–11:00 am Lunch Mon, Thu–Sat 11:00 am–2:30 pm Dinner Mon, Thu–Sun 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
                      • Price
                        $31 to $50
                      • Cuisines
                        American, Contemporary American, Continental
                      • Dining style
                        Casual Elegant
                      • Dress code
                        Resort Casual
                      • Parking details
                        Guests are welcome to use our valet service or parallel park on the street.
                      • Public transit
                        Palm Springs BUZZ Stops Here.
                      • Payment options
                        AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
                      • Entertainment
                        Piano AM & PM as well as live entertainment on most holidays.
                      • Additional
                        Banquet, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Outdoor Firepit, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
                      • Website
                        http://www.spencersrestaurant.com/
                      • Phone number
                        (760) 327-3446
                      • Catering
                        Full service catering with custom designed menus for every conceivable special occasion on or off-site. Contact Brian at Brian@spencersrestaurant.com for inquiries.
                      • Private party facilities
                        Within easy walking distance of fabled Palm Canyon Drive in downtown Palm Springs ensconced at the base of the San Jacinto Mountains is Spencer’s Restaurant, a local hotspot with an award-winning wine list, picturesque grounds and a incredibly romantic private event space, the Bougainvillea Room.
                      • Private party contact
                        Brian Thorson: (760) 325-2313

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