16 Best Cafes near Desert Hot Springs

“Support local! 🌵☕️ Espresso Self has the best energy and the most creative drinks. The Mermaid Matcha is as pretty as it is delicious. It’s the perfect little cozy corner to wake up in. So glad to have this spot in DHS!“

“Really lovely upscale hotel. The cafe is located inside it.

The food is good, but nothing spectacular to write home about. We got the breakfast burrito and avocado toast. Both were good, but felt like they may have been lacking some seasoning for a full-flavor experience. Even the sauce that came with the burrito was kind of flavorless.

That all being said, the views from the balcony overlooking the pool are beautiful, and it’s a great spot to enjoy breakfast before it gets too hot.“

“Hidden gem of Desert Hot Springs. Quick and tasty dishes, wonderful staff, modifications as requested. Daily specials. The establishment is very clean and well kept. The views are spectacular. Great environment. If you're in town definitely stop here. Open 6:30 AM - 6 PM“

“We have lost count of how many times we’ve eaten here, but this is officially our absolute go-to sushi spot. Every single visit reminds us why we keep coming back.The fish is always incredibly fresh, but the real star of the show for me is the True Value roll. It is an absolute must-try—perfectly balanced, packed with flavor, and something I crave on a weekly basis. The hospitality here is unmatched. A massive shoutout to our server, Karla, who is always so attentive, welcoming, and makes us feel like family every time we walk through the door. Behind the counter, Chef Martin is a master at what he does. His talent and consistency are the reasons the food is always flawless.“

“Tortillas soup delicious, la mejor que he probado! Todo muy limpio y comida deliciosa, excelente customer service, very attentive and friendly staff!“

“🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟 Epic vibes, Filipino soul, and community magick in full effect!! 🇵🇭💫 The moment you walk into The Social Cafe and Play Lounge, you’re met with warmth, color, and kapwa (deep soul connec“

“I write for a music and coffee blog called Crooners In Coffeeshops, in which I interview local musicians at local coffeeshops. My writeup reflects the positive experience that I encountered at Mon Amour Cafe on our interview date. Do you have an affinity for crepes? Do you like getting a bang for your buck? Well, Westwood’s Mon Amour Cafe offers both and boy will you not be disappointed. Nestled in the heavily populated neighborhood close to UCLA, this build your own crepe shop offers a variety of recipes to fit your mood. Whether you’re looking for something savory, or want to give into your sweet tooth like I was (in which I opted for the Nutella, strawberry, banana and ice cream infused Broxton), vistors of all ages and backgrounds will be able to find something to enjoy. But that’s not the best part! Mon Amour is open late Friday-Sunday, so you have plenty of opportunity to nab yourself a treat after a show at the Regency Village Theater or Geffen Playhouse Theater, a sporting event at the college, or let’s be honest, after a long night of partying.“

“Went for a birthday breakfast quick and attentive staff good food good cinnamon role all around good people“

“Stopped in for lunch and had the aspen turkey sandwiches. They also gave us a sample blueberry muffin. Jennifer and Melissa were fantastic and the ambiance was positive and upbeat.
Great lil bakery and sandwich stop.
Highly recommended“

“It is the best boba in the valley! I will go back all the time! Great location, friendly and knowledgeable team working! Who needs a burger when you can have a boba from Dragon Lili!“

“The crepes here are like no other delicious and creative as well“

“My server, Elizabeth, was a queen and treated me like a princess. They recommended the lemon ricotta pancakes and they did not disappoint. So light and lemony. All in all, I really enjoyed my breakfast and would recommend it to anyone visiting PS. And we need more Elizabeths in this world ❤️“

“UPDATE! They refunded the extra tip. Thank you for doing the right thing.

We recently had a goodbye dinner at Al Dente Trattoria for a couple from our snowbird park. There were nine of us, and overall the food was good. Everyone ordered full meals, and the service was acceptable, especially considering the restaurant was relatively empty.

Before dining, we had all requested separate checks. What we did not realize was that the restaurant automatically added a 20% gratuity for parties over six people. Three people in our group noticed this and did not add an additional tip. Unfortunately, three of us did not catch it and ended up tipping more than 20% on top of the already-added 20%.

The next morning, after realizing what had happened, I called the restaurant right away. I explained the situation politely and asked if they could remove the extra tip from my bill, as I had also left cash. I was only speaking for myself, not the rest of the group. The woman I spoke with was very pleasant and told me she would look into it and get back to me.

Unfortunately, I never heard back, and the charge went through unchanged. As a result, our waitress received approximately a 40% tip on three fairly large bills.

I fully understand that I should have noticed the automatic gratuity myself, and I take responsibility for that. However, once the restaurant was made aware that several guests had clearly made the same mistake, I had hoped they would show some goodwill and help resolve it. Since nothing was done and no follow-up was provided, I am rating this restaurant one star based on the way the situation was handled from an ethical and customer service standpoint.“

“We love to celebrate our anniversary at Peaks and last night was awesome as usual. The reserved table was ready and our server, Sofia, was spot on the entire evening. Rafael was assisting Sofia perfectly and Diego was running the entire restaurant smoothly. The food, drinks, ambiance, and company was terrific. Thank you to Diego, Sofia, and Rafael!! See you next time!!!“

“Goody's is great. I've never eaten anything off the menu that I didn't like. There's multiple Goody's across the valley, this one happens to be across the street from the Flying J truck stop and makes it convenient for drivers to whom I would say, I would highly recommend eating there before tanking up on the fast food joints that are just down the street. Breakfast, lunch or dinner there's something for everybody and they serve it all, all day long.“

“Location:Good. parking:Good, Covid 19 practices: in place ( no gaters or other face coverings accepted but basic earstrap) Food for Price:Okay, Overall: For a first time try I did like the meal served. I thought the price was fine for what you get. I would come back again to try other items on the menu....“