43 Best Bars near Desert Hot Springs

“Owners are amazing, staff always present and wonderful atmosphere. Best Neighborhood Barcaround.“

“Came here for the first time and didn’t know what to expect. Walking in, there is bar seating to the right and dining tables on the left. The whole place has a dive bar vibe, but in an awesome way. My husband ordered the everything burger and I ordered the brisket cheese burger. we both absolutely loved our burgers as they were cooked to perfection. Also, the condiments were fresh and tasty. We also ordered a couple beers on tap. The marshmallow stout was delicious. I can’t wait to come back here again for more!! For people considering bringing in the whole family: I would say it is not a rowdy bar but it is more oriented towards adults.

Kid-friendliness: It depends how mature your kids are.“

“We eat here frequently. We love it.“

“We were traveling and this was first time at a Tommy Bahamas (honestly didn’t know they existed except for their clothing line)… we were pleasantly surprised and reminded us a lot of a Kona Grill but better tasting and less expensive!… even sought out the manager to tell him so… service was also on par… we do highly recommend it…“

“There is good food, there is great food, and once in a great while you hit that place that not only has great food, but amazing service, owner and staff. Those moments really hit, and this was one of those moments. Hint, they open at 4, get in line at least by 3:30.“

“Great lil cafe in front of Farm that served a limited menu of the brunch hits indoors and outdoors. Service was lovely! Everything came out quick and we were checked on regularly. The food was fresh and vibrant and played well with reasonable portions. The coffee was fabulous!! Seating is first come, first served (no rezzies) but you’ll need to check in w a server before getting seated.“

“I've been to V lounge only a few times but it has always been one of the best experiences all around. Their food is delicious and they have a good amount of items in their menu, and their drinks have a good amount of alcohol and the right price. The environment is always happy and friendly, the bartenders are very nice, kareoke nights are a blast, and the owner James is always there working as hard as every one else and making sure you are having a great time... plus he is soo good in the eyes 😊. Highly recommended.“

“Drinks are on point the views are on point. The food is good but not a lot of options“

“Bartender Billy is amazing. If you tell him what you like, he will create a masterpiece. He's very entertaining as he flips this and spins that. I'm not sure what type of establishment this is, but I was with a group, and it was fun.“

“A wonderful wonderful evening - Chris helped us make a reservation that could work for our party and Ethan, our server was so amazing with his recommendations, delicious cocktails and his lovely demeanour. We had the best time at this beautiful spot.“

“All residents of the Morongo Basin know that our home doesn't have much of a bar scene, which is fine for the granola munching rock climbers, ganja purists, and christian conservatives that prolly make up 90% of the population, but for those of us who love downing beer and belting along with the jukebox, making new best friends whose names you won't remember, or need a place to kill time before returning home up or down the hill, then the Monument Bar might be your home-away-from-groan! I'm always surprised that none of my acquaintances have heard of it, but then again, it IS the kind of place you'd miss even if you were looking for it. if you're headed there from Yucca, when you get to Cactus Mart, keep looking left and DON'T BLINK. When I lived in Morongo Valley I would try to go in at least once a week, because if I've learned one thing in 47 years of gypsy wandering it's that there's nothing like a good locals bar. It's a melting pot to be sure, the place could be full of scary bikers one day, and full of pronoun-defying LGBT's the next, but this, of course, is exactly what makes the place so great, and if you've been going there long enough, you can always take refuge with the regulars.

I could write the next Great American Novel describing the place if I hunch over my keyboard long enough, but I'll try to wrap this up with some "things done right" bullet points:
- daily drink specials
- taco Tuesday, and usually some kind of special on Hallmark Holidays
- outdoor patios (equipped w/ fire pit in the winter)
- a bewildering number of menu items for such a small place, if you're the indecisive type, just get the signature monument burger...and the food is also bewilderingly good for pub fare, and if judged in that context, bump my 3-star rating up to 4.5
- Chad is a great bartender. Treat him well, and he'll return the compliment.

That should do it. I should've made a review years ago, and a recent visit reminded me how remiss I've been, even under new ownership, it was exactly liked i'd hoped it would be...as if a month had gone by and not a year. I <3 this bar!

Vegetarian options: not many, but theres salad, fries, pizza options

Parking: limited paved spaces out front, large dirt lot in back“

“Stopped in with some friends for lunch on a Friday and was warmly greeted by the hostess upon walking in. We were sat right away and had drinks on the table in no time! Clyde was bartending and was so attentive and made sure everything we had was just right. The burger I had was great and the medallions fries were a better than I was expecting! Will definitely come back for the attentive and friendly service and good food!“

“The overall experience was fun and exciting. We loved the drag show and it's cause. Food was delicious but slightly over priced. Trish the waiter could of had a bit of a better attitude she seemed moody and didn't give the best of service. We drove from far and would of expected a better service.“

“We came as a group of 12 and had a great experience. Josiah, our server, was so attentive and did an amazing job ?. The food was great, I had the Quesadilla and the rire roasted salsa was delicious. And the atmosphere was easy, breezy and as expected from a hotel called Margarita Ville! We will be back and hopefully get Josiah again.“

“They have a very large selection of spirits. A nice selection of beers on tap but really great service.
I didn’t wait more than a minute for someone to come say “hi”, Carlos was the first to help me. Andre was the next to help. Both were super nice and made my day.
Carlos has been bartending for 17 years and it shows. He has great suggestions on the food menu, and made a perfect cocktail exactly the way it should be.
I’m really excited to stop by on my next stay here. Made my night.“

“DELICIOUS! Don't just drive by this place. Stop in for delicious food. Breakfast is excellent! We can't wait to try some of their lunch and dinner options. Owners are really nice and are trying hard to serve you the best. Don't drive by! You won't regret it!“

“Beautiful bar, nice view, Pool is nice too“

“Good food with good drink options and great area to hang out and mingle with friends and love ones. 10/10“

“Beautiful view! Amazing cuisine“

“Outstanding every-time we visit. Great Seafood, pasta, lobster bisque and much more. This is our favorite restaurant in Palm Springs and we recommend it as a definite not to be missed. Nothing fancy here, just great food and a comfortable welcoming environment. Enjoy!“

“People from every walk come here. Locals, snow birds, vacationers, and once in a while your Hollywood type…if you care about “star gazing.” Pretty bartenders and strong drinks make a nice combo.🙏🏻“

“Great service, great food, our bartender Ilda was amazing! highly recommend“

“My favorite watering hole downtown. Friendly vibes, unbeatable prices, awesome video jukebox, cute bartenders, relaxed atmosphere. Highly recommend as a place to stop in and get a couple beers and 2$ jello shots while bar hopping in Palm Springs.“

“in the heart of palm springs. Nice Patio and restaurant. Very good food. Nice and friendly server. very friendly owner.“

“Friendly and Welcoming small town atmosphere bar and grill. Great service, food and drinks. Due to both the bartenders who also take your order and serve you. And, their great cook!“

“While there are a variety of one off karaoke nights in Palm Springs, this is the only true karaoke bar in town and it's a good one. Despite rolling up at 11pm on a packed Friday night, I still managed to get a song in. The KJ was kind and gracious and frankly has to put up with a lot, as it's a bedlam on a weekend in there - and I mean that in a good way. It's slammed. I liked the vibe and venue and I'm glad it's there. Fun and recommended.“

“Mostly, we sit at the bar and enjoy their pizza, unless we're with a group of friends (which they'll happily accommodate). The food is great, the staff is lovely and the garden setting is a delight.

Vegetarian options: Lots of pasta and pizza options without meat!“

“Absolutely delicious! We went to Bongo Johnny’s for the first time, and we will definitely be going back! The staff was extremely friendly, and the food was so tasty! It is funny but the atmosphere seems very casual, but the food is something you would expect from a fine dining experience. Thankfully the prices were pretty reasonable! And to top it all off, the music was the best! When we were there they were playing 80s music and we just loved it! Bongo Johnny’s is a must if you haven’t been there yet. You won’t be disappointed! 😋😋😋“

“great music and great food and stuff was really friendly and helpful five stars“

“Live entertainment. Fun night thus far! 😉“

“It is a nice place for eating early in a quiet setting. They open at 3:00. We are finished before the entertainment and crowd arrives .“

“Great food, great employees Great with the kids“

“Great drinks, great food, fun place!“

“The sandwiches are way delicious the French fries are fresh and hot“

“Janna is a darling! We are visiting from Victoria BC and came to the Post 519 in Palm Springs.
Janna made us feel welcome right from the get-go!
Very energetic and so polite. She makes you feel that you are a part of the Legion family. Janna is the reason we kept coming back during our stay! Thank you Janna for having us!“

“This is a great place to relax and watch your favorite sports on the big screens while having a drink and a snack or a meal.
They require $30 minimum spending for every person at the table, though.
You will not be allowed to sit inside the sports bar area without buying food or drinks.
The food was decent, and prices were fair.
It’s a little noisy sometimes because the bar is open in the middle of the casino.

Vegetarian options: Some vegetarian options on the menu“

“We had an excellent experience. We played bridge in The Masters Lounge prior to our dinner. We were thrilled a sever came into the lounge to get drinks for us and our dinner order ready for us. It was perfectly timed as we finished our game we went directly into the dining room and our dinners had just been place on the table! It was perfectly timed. The food was delicious!“

“Amazing dinner of lobster ravioli and cioppino.“

“Very good lunch. We had the conn salad. Fresh“

“Dear Escena Management I am writing to formally request a refund for the golfing fees paid for my recent visit to Escena golf course on May 4th 2024. Upon booking, I was led to believe, based on the descriptions and images presented on your website, that your course offered premium facilities and conditions. Regrettably, my experience did not meet these expectations. The condition of both the fairways and greens was notably poor and not reflective of the high standard promoted online. Additionally, the level of noise from constant overhead airplane traffic significantly detracted from the experience, further compounded by an exceedingly slow pace of play throughout the day. I have also noticed a number of overly positive reviews on your website and various social media platforms, which seem inconsistent with my experience and potentially misleading to other customers. This disparity raises concerns regarding the authenticity of those reviews and suggests a possible deceptive practice that I believe warrants further investigation. Given these issues, I feel that the quality of the course and the overall experience did not justify the prepayment of $166 per person. Therefore, I kindly request a full refund of the fees paid. I believe this request is reasonable under the circumstances and aligns with fair trading practices. Please let me know how we can facilitate this refund. I am hopeful for a swift resolution to this matter. Thank you for your attention to this request. I look forward to your prompt response.“

“Hottest spot on the strip and the best Dj u ever heard in ur life on Saturday and Wednesday after dark.😜“

“An absolutely wonderful stage with the atmosphere inclusive and beautiful!! Great venue for comedy and an unbelievable staff/hospitality.“