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Spencer's Restaurant, Palm Springs, CA

Spencer's Restaurant

4.8
4.8
9213 Reviews
$31 to $50
American
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Spencer's Restaurant

4.8
$31 to $50
American
Palm Springs

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 101 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 9,213 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
                      • 4.7Food
                      • 4.7Service
                      • 4.8Ambience
                      • 4.5Value

                      Noise • Moderate

                      Loved For

                      • Palm Springs / Palm Desert Cities

                        American

                      • Palm Springs / Palm Desert Cities

                        Most Booked

                      • Palm Springs / Palm Desert

                        American

                      • Palm Springs / Palm Desert

                        Most Booked

                      Review summary

                      AI-generated from verified diner reviews
                      Spencer's Restaurant dazzles with "impeccably gracious" service and a sophisticated ambiance, ideal for special occasions. Guests rave about the "wonderful" menu, with highlights like soft-shell crabs and expertly prepared steaks. While some experiences vary, the "casual elegance" and beautiful outdoor seating make Spencer's a Palm Springs favorite.

                      9,214 Reviews

                      1. Richard

                        Palm Springs

                        19 reviews

                        vip
                        5.0

                        19 reviews

                        Dined today

                        1. Overall 5
                        2. Food 5
                        3. Service 5
                        4. Ambience 5
                        Spencer‘s never disappoints. As always, wonderful service, excellent food, and a warm and comfortable setting. No better place in the desert.

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                      2. Daryl

                        San Antonio

                        14 reviews

                        vip
                        5.0

                        14 reviews

                        Dined today

                        1. Overall 5
                        2. Food 5
                        3. Service 5
                        4. Ambience 5
                        Outstanding food, drinks, and service. Wonderful desert atmosphere and ambiance with chef inspired entrees and unique daily specials. Extensive menu of creative chicken, beef, pork, and seafood selections. Their colossal shrimp cocktail is a special treat. Great appetizers, salads, soups and desserts. Reservations advised. Highly recommended.

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                      3. Kevin

                        Palm Springs

                        105 reviews

                        vip
                        5.0

                        105 reviews

                        Dined 1 day ago

                        1. Overall 5
                        2. Food 5
                        3. Service 5
                        4. Ambience 5
                        Always 5 Stars. Excellent service and quality. Truly the best

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                      4. Cherie

                        Cleveland

                        6 reviews

                        5.0

                        6 reviews

                        Dined 1 day ago

                        1. Overall 5
                        2. Food 5
                        3. Service 5
                        4. Ambience 4
                        The food and presentation were fabulous! Our seating was in a high foot path area, however we could have asked to move but chose not to. It’s a really nice place. We will be back.

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                      5. Antony

                        Los Angeles

                        2 reviews

                        vip
                        3.0

                        2 reviews

                        Dined 1 day ago

                        1. Overall 3
                        2. Food 4
                        3. Service 2
                        4. Ambience 2
                        Had an 8.15 reservation and felt rushed, courses were removed often half way through eating. A poor experience overall

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                      6. Sandra

                        San Francisco

                        1 review

                        4.0

                        1 review

                        Dined 1 day ago

                        1. Overall 4
                        2. Food 5
                        3. Service 5
                        4. Ambience 4
                        Très bon restaurant avec une belle carte. Le service avec Simon excellent. Et les voituriers très bien aussi.

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                      7. Bullrage22

                        Charleston

                        13 reviews

                        5.0

                        13 reviews

                        Dined 1 day ago

                        1. Overall 5
                        2. Food 5
                        3. Service 5
                        4. Ambience 5
                        Richard our server was “a hero” and assisted with my wife’s mini-medical scare, mid-dinner. He assisted without fuss and brought over a concoction of bitters, among other things which helped immediately. The prefix menu was well rounded and offered a perfect selection of options to suit any palette. I particularly enjoyed the Duck breast. The dessert, suggestion by Richard’s really topped off the meal; the carrot cake was amazing. For a first time diner, it will become a regular spot when we find our way back to the desert.

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                      8. Rick

                        Pittsburgh

                        20 reviews

                        5.0

                        20 reviews

                        Dined 1 day ago

                        1. Overall 5
                        2. Food 5
                        3. Service 5
                        4. Ambience 3
                        We had a lovely evening, my only issue was we were seated in the walkway leading from the lobby up to the upper end. It wasn’t busy, and there were tables available in much less busy areas. It made no sense, and I should have asked to be seated in another area but I didn’t make an issue. Lesson learned.

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                      9. cristina

                        Los Angeles

                        10 reviews

                        5.0

                        10 reviews

                        Dined 2 days ago

                        1. Overall 5
                        2. Food 5
                        3. Service 5
                        4. Ambience 5
                        Spencer’s never disappoints. Food was excellent, place isn’t noisy, service is very good.

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                      10. Ann

                        Chicago

                        5 reviews

                        5.0

                        5 reviews

                        Dined 2 days ago

                        1. Overall 5
                        2. Food 4
                        3. Service 5
                        4. Ambience 4
                        Beautiful restaurant! Steaks and potatoes were excellent. Seafood combination appetizer wasn’t great. Service was very good.

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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 4.8 stars by 9213 OpenTable diners.

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

                      A photo of Spencer's Restaurant restaurant

                      Spencer's Restaurant

                      4.8
                      $31 to $50
                      American
                      Palm Springs

                      Make a reservation

                      2 people
                      7:00 PM
                      Booked 101 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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