Our Favorites

A guide to some of our favorite spots in Palm Springs. Restaurants, private chefs, shopping, activities and more. Download this page as a PDF.
RESTAURANTS, COFFEE & LOUNGE
1501 Uptown Gastropub
Upscale casual gastropub. Comfort food, beers on tap, great brunch
https://www.1501uptown.com/
4 Saints at The Rowan hotel
Upscale creative modern cuisine, great rooftop views!
https://www.rowanpalmsprings.com/palm-springs-restaurants/rooftop-bar-restaurant/
Bar Cecil
Upscale bistro/bar, very elegant. One of the best chefs in town. Great food/drinks
https://barcecil.com/
Bills Pizza
Best Pizza in Palm Springs! No delivery, pick-up or dine-in
http://billspizzapalmsprings.com/
Birba
Outdoor casual Italian dining. Large outdoor patio
http://www.birbaps.com/new/birba-home.html
BoozeHounds
Upscale casual, great food and cocktails. Large dog-friendly patio. Can seat large groups
https://boozehoundsps.com/
Cheeky’s
Breakfast/Lunch/Brunch only.
http://www.cheekysps.com/new/cheekys-home.html
Copley’s
Fine dining. Large outdoor patio
http://www.copleyspalmsprings.com/home
DISH
Local, sustainable California cuisine
http://www.dishcreativecuisine.com/index.html
el Mirasol at Los Arboles Hotel
Classic TexMex
http://www.losarboleshotel.com/el-mirasol/el-mirasol.htm
Ernest Coffee
Serving Stumptown coffee, pastries, beer/wine.
http://www.ernestcoffee.com/
Farm
Provencal style food. Brunch/breakfast and pre-fixe dinner. Very popular
http://www.farmpalmsprings.com/
French Miso
Brunch and lunch only, absolutely delicious! Very small place, tables of more than 6 or 8 will be hard for them to accommodate.
https://www.frenchmisocafe.com/
Koffi (North)
Morning coffee, pastries, etc. Outdoor courtyard is dog friendly.
https://www.kofficoffee.com/pages/locations
Jakes
Casual lunch and dinner
http://www.jakespalmsprings.com/
L’Atelier Café
Breakfast/Lunch. Small French café, authentic food! Ask about the fresh croissants.
http://www.latelier-cafe.com/
Loco Charlies Mexican Grill
Best Tacos in town, super casual. Were all the local eat.
https://lococharlies.com/
Melvyn’s
Old School Palm Springs glamour. Singer/dancing in the lounge
https://www.inglesideinn.com/melvyns-restaurant/
MidMod Café
Health, tasty and vegan friendly. If you have a vegan or vegetarian in the group, this is a must. Great salads, smoothies/juices and breakfast! Order online for easy pick-up or eat in the outdoor courtyard. Koffi is right next door for great coffee/tea.
https://app.midmodcafe.com/
Mister Parkers at the Parker Hotel
Upscale modern
https://www.theparkerpalmsprings.com/food-and-drink/
Mr. Lyons
Steakhouse with an upscale glam vibe
http://www.mrlyonsps.com/new/mr-lyons-home.html
On the Mark
Gourmet Food Market/Deli. They make beautiful charcuterie platters!
https://www.onthemarkpalmsprings.com/
Purple Room Supper Club
Dinner/Entertainment. “The Judy Show” every Sunday
https://www.purpleroompalmsprings.com/
Rooster and the Pig
Modern, Fresh Vietnamese food. No reservations, expect a long line
https://www.roosterandthepig.com/
Sandfish
Sushi and Whiskey, best sushi in town! Small and intimate
https://sandfishps.com/
Sherman’s
Classic NY Style deli- Breakfast/Lunch
http://shermansdeli.com/
SOPA at the L’Horizon Hotel
Chic and elegant, California cuisine
http://lhorizonpalmsprings.com/sopa-restaurant#3724
Spencer’s
Romantic fine dining
https://www.spencersrestaurant.com/
Tac/Quila
Modern upscale Mexican. Great atmosphere, great drinks, and great food!
https://www.tacquila.com/
Trio
American Bistro, busy bar. Brunch.
https://triopalmsprings.com/
Truss and Twine
Cocktail lounge. Next door to Workshop, owned by the same people. Upscale cocktails and nibbles, nice pre or post dinner.
https://trussandtwine.com/
Tyler’s
Classic American Burgers/Fries/Shakes. Everything is homemade
http://www.tylersburgers.com/
Workshop
Upscale Farm to table
http://www.workshoppalmsprings.com/
PRIVATE CHEF'S & CATERING (Book well in advance!)
Chef Mike Trost
https://www.instagram.com/chefmiketrost/?hl=en
Phone: 954-817-1530
Email: mlt90046@aol.com
Mike Roberts Catering
https://www.yelp.com/biz/mark-roberts-catering-la-quinta
Merchain Catering/Private Chef
https://www.yelp.com/biz/merchain-catering-palm-springs
Chef Deanna Benson
https://www.chefdeannabenson.com/
https://www.yelp.com/biz/chef-deanna-benson-cooking-with-friends-palm-springs-2
Chef Dean Karatas
https://chefdeank.com/
https://www.yelp.com/biz/chef-dean-karatas-palm-springs-3?osq=private+chef
Chef Tanya’s Kitchen (Vegan & Vegetarian)
https://cheftanyaskitchen.com/catering
https://www.yelp.com/biz/chef-tanyas-kitchen-palm-springs
Fusion Flair
https://www.yelp.com/biz/fusion-flair-palm-springs
F10 Creative Catering
Large and small events
http://www.f10catering.com/new/f10-catering.html
GROCERIES & DELIVERY (Need to pre-order and stock the fridge before your arrival, or just want to save time and enjoy more pool time?)
Whole Foods via Amazon Prime
If you have an Amazon Prime account you can now use Amazon PrimeNow for free 2-hour delivery from the Whole Foods in Palm Desert.
https://primenow.amazon.com/
Instacart.com
Personal shopper app that allows you to shop online from Whole Foods, Ralphs, Bevmo, Petco and more, and they then deliver to the house. https://www.instacart.com/
Costco
If you have a Costco account, they offer free 2-hour delivery
https://sameday.costco.com/
Jensen’s Fine Food
Groceries and delivery available. Higher-end grocery, best meat in town.
2465 E. Palm Canyon, Palm Springs, CA 92264
http://jensensfoods.com/locations/
http://jensensfoods.com/delivery/
Ralphs
Chain Grocery Store, good quality
https://www.ralphs.com/stores/details/703/00611
Albertsons & Vons
Groceries, Pharmacy and delivery available.
https://www.albertsons.com/
Fisherman’s Market and Grill
Fresh fish in the desert??? Yes, they have the best fresh fish and seafood in town. Go to the counter and tell them what you need and ask what’s fresh. Our go-to spot for fresh shrimp/prawns, tuna, halibut, etc.
https://www.fishermans.com/palm-springs-restaurant
Walgreens Pharmacy
Closest Pharmacy, open until 9pm.
https://www.walgreens.com/locator/walgreens-1700+e+vista+chino-palm+springs-ca-92262/id=1079
WINE, SPIRITS & CANNABIS
Albertson’s
Yes, we sell alcohol in grocery stores in California.
https://www.albertsons.com/
Ralph’s
Great overall selection and best prices in town.
https://www.ralphs.com/stores/details/703/00611
Jensen’s Fine Food
Higher end wine and spirits
2465 E. Palm Canyon, Palm Springs, CA 92264
http://jensensfoods.com/locations/
Bouschet
High end wine selection, salads/sandwiches, quality service.
https://www.bouschet.com/
Bevmo
Wine and spirits superstore. Shop online and schedule for pick-up or delivery.
http://www.bevmo.com/
Lighthouse Dispensary
Upscale cannabis dispensary. Right next door to Tac/Quila restaurant.
https://www.lighthousedispensary.com/palm-springs
BAKERIES
Over the Rainbow Desserts
Hands down the best baker in Palm Springs. Perfect for birthday/event cakes, spectacular looking cakes!
http://www.romanblas.com/
Peninsula Pastries
Real French bakers, most is by special order so order in advance.
https://www.yelp.com/biz/peninsula-pastries-palm-springs-palm-springs-2?osq=bakery
Sherman’s Deli
NY Style Bakery, Kosher available
http://shermansdeli.com/bakery/
Townie Bagels
True NY style hot water bagels, the best!
http://towniebagels.com/
Aspen Mills
Bread and Sandwich’s
http://www.aspenmillsps.com/
L’Atelier Café
Authentic French croissants. They fly the flour and butter in from France!
http://www.latelier-cafe.com/
SPAS
Massage Pros to Go
On-site group massage and pop-up spa.
https://www.massageprostogo.com/
Estrella Spa at the Avalon Hotel
http://www.avalon-hotel.com/palm-springs/estrella-spa/spa-menu
Studio M
They can provide group services to the home, make sure to book at least a week in advance for in-home services. Massage, Nails, facials, etc.
http://www.studiomsalonandspa.com/
Palm Springs Yacht Club at the Parker Hotel
Very high-end!
https://www.theparkerpalmsprings.com/palm-springs-yacht-club/
The Spa at Two Bunch Palms (Desert Hot Springs)
SHOPPING
Trina Turk
Resort wear for Women
https://www.yelp.com/biz/trina-turk-mr-turk-palm-springs
Wil Stiles
Best menswear in town, next door to Trina Turk
http://www.wilstiles.com
The Frippery
Amazing vintage clothing!
http://www.thefrippery.com/
Desert Hills Premium Outlet Mall
http://www.premiumoutlets.com/outlet/desert-hills
El Paseo
High-end shopping, 20 minute drive
http://www.elpaseo.com/
Downtown Shopping Corridor
N. Palm Canyon between Alejo Rd. and Ramon Road.
Uptown Design District
Homewares, Vintage Home accessories and furniture. N. Palm Canyon between Via Lola and Alejo Rd.
ACTIVITIES
Bicycles delivered to your door
https://www.bikepsrentals.com/
Mod Squad Architecture and Design tours
Scooter tours of celebrity homes
http://www.scootpalmsprings.com/
Palm Springs Hiking Guide
https://visitpalmsprings.com/hiking-guide/
Sunny Cycles- Electric Pedal Party tours
Palm Springs Aerial Tramway
Jeep Tours
https://red-jeep.com/jeep-suv-tours/san-andreas-fault-jeep-tour/
Windmill Tours
Joshua Tree National Park
1 ½ hour drive
https://www.nps.gov/jotr/index.htm
Palm Springs Art Museum
Small, but good!
https://www.psmuseum.org/
Horseback Riding
http://www.smoketreestables.com/
Moorten Botanical Gardens
http://moortenbotanicalgarden.com/
The Living Desert Zoo and Gardens
Behind the Scenes Zoo Tour
https://www.livingdesert.org/events-and-tours/book-a-tour/behind-the-scenes-tours/
Palm Springs Biplane Rides
Modernism Week
Desert Rocks - Indoor Climbing Gym
GYMS, TENNIS & FITNESS
My Desert Yoga
Nicole Cuhney - Private Sessions
https://www.mydesertyoga.com/
Power Yoga Palm Springs
https://poweryogapalmsprings.com/
Yoga Bliss
Pilates Plus Palm Springs
http://pilatespluspalmsprings.com/
Encore Fitness Pilates
Palm Springs Tennis Club
http://www.palmspringstennisclub.net/
Public Tennis Courts
8 public tennis courts & playground on 22 Acres, minutes away by car.
http://www.palmspringsca.gov/government/departments/parks-recreation/ruth-hardy-park
World Gym Palm Springs
https://www.worldgympalmsprings.com/
EOS Fitness
http://eosfitness.com/location/palm-springs/
Desert Rocks
Indoor climbing gym
http://www.climbdesertrocks.com/
GOLF
Desert Willow – Firecliff
Not a typical resort type course, integrates desert oasis into golf play and has challenges for all skill levels
www.desertwillow.com
PGA West Stadium Course
Challenging, iconic course with many hills, bunkers, uneven lies; part of PGA Tour west coast swing in season (former Bob Hope Classic event)
www.pgawest.com/stadium-course
PGA West Norman Course
Resort course with fair but challenging layout, incorporating many desert features from surrounding desert and aspects of Australia's Sand Belt courses
www.pgawest.com/greg-norman-resort-course
Mountain Course @ La Quinta
Enjoyable and challenging course with front 9 in the valley and back 9 winding through the surrounding mountains
www.laquintaresort.com/golf/mountain-course
Tahquitz Creek
Resort Course: Resort course with enjoyable layout, sweeping mountain views around Palm Springs, can be challenging based on tees played
www.tahquitzgolfresort.com
Tahquitz Creek – Legends
Classic 1960s era golf course and layout, some portions of course can get challenging in terms of accuracy and distance needed to play hole correctly
www.tahquitzgolfresort.com
Indian Canyon North Course
Longer of courses at Indian Canyons, layout plays through housing development and has views of surrounding mountains in Indian Canyon and Disney fountain
www.indiancanyonsgolf.com
Escena Golf Course
Nicklaus designed golf course that presents challenge for all skills, can require accuracy and distance control; advantage is proximity to airport and easy to play on day of departure / arrival
www.escenagolf.com
SilverRock Resort
Arnold Palmer designed golf course - enjoyable for all skill levels, incorporates desert and water
www.silverrock.org
Gary Player Course @ Mission Hills
May be semi-private at this point. Gary Player design that incorporates desert features and presents good challenge for all skill levels but enjoyable to play.
www.missionhillsnorth.com
Shadow Ridge Golf
Nick Faldo designed resort course for enjoyable experience for all skill levels
www.golfshadowridge.com
Indian Wells Golf Resort
36 holes of resort golf; well maintained and incorporates both desert and water features.
www.indianwellsgolfresort.com
BABYSITTERS & BABY RENTALS
Desert Super Sitters
High quality and well trained child-care provider.
https://desertsupersitters.com/index
Above and Beyond Babysitters
https://www.nannyontheweb.com/
Desert Baby Rentals
Let us know and we can let them in to deliver before you arrive.
https://www.desertbabyrentals.com/
BabyQuip
Cribs, car seats, strollers and more
https://www.babyquip.com/mayden253
US Medical & Mobility
Wheelchairs, ramps, etc.
http://www.usmedicalmobility.com/rentals.htm
FLORAL
My Little Flower Shop
https://mylittleflowershop.com/
Palm Springs Florist
A local institution for 50 years
https://www.palmspringsflorist.net/
DRAG SHOWS & GLBT ENTERTAINMENT
Toucans Tiki Lounge
Gay Bar and Drag shows
https://toucanstikilounge.com/weekly-events/
AsiaSF is now in Palm Springs
http://palmsprings.asiasf.com/
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