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Spencer's Restaurant, Palm Springs, CA

Spencer's Restaurant

4.7
4.7
9586 Reviews
$31 to $50
American

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2 people
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7:00 PM
Booked 91 times today

About this restaurant

  • 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
  • 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 Melissa at mwhite@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
    Melissa White: (760) 898-5398
  • 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
    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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What 9,586 people are saying

Spencer's Restaurant reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

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
  • 4.6Service
  • 4.8Ambience
  • 4.4Value

NoiseModerate

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 delights with "excellent food" and "charming ambiance." Enjoy dining in a "beautiful courtyard" or chic indoor space. Known for "great service" and a diverse menu, Spencer's is a "must-visit" for special occasions. Some service delays noted, but overall, a "fantastic experience."
9,586 Reviews
  1. christine VIP

    San Francisco17 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We ate outside. It was a lovely night. The service was impeccable, bread, water and just enough attention without being imposing. Even the manager of the restaurant came over to us and we had a lovely conversation about how pasta should be cooked. Al dente. The steak was cooked perfectly.

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  2. Dan

    Minneapolis6 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had an enjoyable evening and the food was delicious.

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  3. Alicia VIP

    New York City10 reviews

    2.0

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 1
    We showed up for our outdoor reservation only to be told that someone else was still at the table and we’d have to wait 20-30 minutes for outside seating. They then seated us in a corner table by the tennis courts where there were flies and small bugs all over the glass behind us, and the bugs flew over our table and into our food and wine constantly. I am very disappointed with our experience. It was disgusting to wave away bugs throughout the meal. We paid a premium for the atmosphere but were seated in an awful alternative. The woman at the reservation desk was not understanding either. She was like, “they’re still at the table, what do you want us to do?” versus “I’m so sorry, I know you booked outside seating well in advance.” I have a horrible memory of this place and all the bugs, and I wish we never went.

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  4. Brian

    Palm Springs19 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    The poor valets need more help. The back up getting in and getting out was a bit crazy.

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  5. Brian VIP

    San Diego163 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Spencer's is one of our favorite spots in the area. The food and the service are always first rate and the setting is delightful.

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  6. OpenTable Diner VIP

    Los Angeles1 review

    3.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 4
    Great food. Terrible service. So slow that we had to go to the bar to get drinks.

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  7. David VIP

    Palm Springs78 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We always enjoy Spencer’s - dependably good food, friendly and professional service and great bang for the buck. We used to enjoy dining in the enclosed outdoor area under the trees, but we now much prefer the outdoor dining area beyond the enclosed area - more space between the tables and a more open feeling altogether. Another excellent dinner!

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  8. Robert

    Pittsburgh1 review

    1.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 3
    Unfortunately our waiter was very inattentive. Our drinks sat at the bar for ten minutes. We were never asked how the food was. We were not asked whether we were interested in coffee or after dinner drinks. The water was only refilled upon request. 2 of my colleagues ordered duck. They have eaten duck in many places for over 40 years. The duck was undercooked. The desserts were severely delayed, which the waiter blamed on the kitchen. One colleague added soup to the Prix Fix menu. The soup was delivered first as requested, but the salad was delivered when only half of the soup had been eaten. I’ve had better service at semi-fast food restaurants. I was hesitant to write such a review and have not done so in the past. That said, the multiple issues were in totality to egregious to ignore. If you want more details, please contact me. The restaurant did not live up to their reputation. Our friend who recommended the restaurant was mortified. They have been there before and had not had any issues whatsoever.

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  9. Tami VIP

    Indiana28 reviews

    4.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 5
    Fish special was just okay, not outstanding. Waitress was good, but very rushed, she had too many tables.

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  10. OpenTable Diner

    Hawaii5 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Loved loved loved every part of this experience from the valet parking the beautiful grounds, the warm and crisp, white tablecloth surroundings coolness in the building option of sitting outside option of watching almost professional tennis players. Food was fantastic and the weight service was incredible.

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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 9586 OpenTable diners.

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

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Booked 91 times today
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
    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
  • Phone number
  • Catering
    Full service catering with custom designed menus for every conceivable special occasion on or off-site. Contact Melissa at mwhite@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
    Melissa White: (760) 898-5398
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