46 Best American Restaurants in Palm Springs

“I enjoyed a wonderful experience at Farm in Palm Springs for an early Mother's Day dinner. We had delightful three hour six course dinner in a magical setting with live music and delicious fare. PROS: The hostesses graciously greeted us and sat us a bit earlier than our reservation time. Had a nice table in one of the rooms with a fireplace and a large mirror. The saxophonist played and the sound poured in with great acoustics from the speakers. The amuse bouch had avocado, so I could not eat it, so my mom enjoyed all two. My dad could not eat solid foods due to mouth surgery. The bread course had warm fresh items and silky salty butter. The beet salad, melon salad, and corn soup provided earthy, tart, sweet, and creamy bites and tastes. The varied textures provided a kaleidescope of fresh tastes. The baked brie offered sweet and savory mixes of grilled bread, pear, and date spread! The lemon sorbet palate cleanser provided a balanced experience that did its job. The salmon entree provided an exquisitely pan fried crispy and juicy flaky fillet. The creamy dijon mustard sauce complimented the protein perfectly. The sweet peppers offered a wonderful crunch. The swiss chard added some bitter contrast to the garlic potatoes. The wonderfully bitter Citron crepe provided a nice end to a culinary cruise. Crystal took great photos in the garden. Gilbert was professional and affable. CONS: They asked me so many times for extra drinks. I had to prompt them multiple times to fill the water glasses and refills on tea and diet coke. They charged me full price for mashed potatoes, soup, and sorbet for my dad's meal. I get it. OVERALL: I highly recommend this restaurant for a magical evening meal inspired by Provence, France.“

“Great food and atmosphere“

“Love this place, the quality of food is always great! It’s never been a let down, my family and I keep returning.“

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

“Absolute hidden gem! My partner and I chose The Barn for our anniversary dinner, and it could not have been more perfect. The food was absolutely delicious, the service was exceptional from start to finish, and the atmosphere was calm, intimate, and romantic. This has officially become our go-to spot for special occasions. Highly recommend!“

“Always wanted to stop here but had a favorite restaurant in Rancho Mirage, but they have not been up to par lately, SO today was the day for Elmers and were we pleasantly surprised. Fantastic food, CeCe was perfect and we are already bringing friends next Thursday. Yummy🥰“

“Great experience celebrating our 24th wedding anniversary. A big thanks to Chad for their top notch service and sense of humor.“

“It felt like I had walked into a friend's home—that's how welcomed and cared for I felt while dining here! The hospitality was incredible. The bread service was a 10/10. I seriously wish I could go back RIGHT NOW just for the bread!!! And the Lychee Star?! I honestly don't even need to go into everything else I ordered just know that EVERYTHING was a 10/10. Such an amazing experience, and I can't wait to go back! ❤️“

“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.“

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

“Thoroughly enjoyed our experience on Saturday, January 17. Our waitress was Marlene and so truly added to our evening! Kudos to Marlene! Loved the table lighting too“

“Our 2nd time at Spencer’s, and it certainly won’t be the last. Service is extraordinary, the food exceptional, and the ambiance is wonderful. I highly recommend it. I write for a local paper in Missouri -where I despair of the quality displayed by so many restaurants. No wonder I was eager to get back to Spencer’s on our recent trip to Palm Desert.“

“Everything is wonderful! I can’t wait to come back on my next trip.“

“Terrific experience all around! Highly recommend getting there earlier to sit in one of the swing/table combos!! So much fun to “Sip n Sway” at 11 AM on a Sunday!!! Oh, and I loved getting a coffee with the spoon in the handle!!👍🏻“

“We love Bongo Johnnys! Great food, great service. ❤️“

“Awesome food 😋 👌 we enjoy it so much!“

“Love the food here-so creative and incredibly tasty!“

“FARM is one of our favorite restaurants in Palm Springs. It never disappoints. From the moment you hit the host's stand to the minute you say goodbye you are treated like you are someone special! Our server, Chris, gave us some excellent recommendations and was a wonderful server! The live music is the cherry on top!“

“Overall, Tommy Bahama Marlin Bar offers a pleasant experience, although it falls a little short of being memorable. The cocktails are decent and well made, but nothing really stands out. The same can be said about the food: good quality and enjoyable, but not something that stays in your mind afterwards. Service, however, was excellent. The staff were friendly, attentive, and contributed positively to the evening. The biggest weakness is definitely the atmosphere. For a bar, the space is much too brightly lit, which takes away from the relaxed and welcoming feeling you would normally expect. A warmer, more intimate lighting concept could make a huge difference. Overall, good, but there is definitely room for improvement.“

“5 star service and killer flavors. Great job!! Weekly stop for sure now“

“enjoyed a great evening of dining and entertainment.“

“I saw Wilma & Frieda's on an episode of Guy Fieri's "Diners, Drive-ins and Dives...so I had to try it while I was in town. Watching the process of how W&F makes their housemade short ribs made my mouth water, and me want to take the 2 hour drive from San Diego...\n\n$21 Short Rib Melt Sandwich...Here it was! The short rib sandwich I saw on TV was now in my hands...and it was good. Just good. Not great. The flavors were good, the short rib was flavorful and tasty, but I wish there was more of it. Came with some nice crispy tots.\n\n$7 Blueberry Breakfast Tart...W&F's housemade "Pop Tart" pastry was a cute, whimsical, sweet, and lovely dessert pastry.\n\nGood food, not great, and bit pricy for the portion and quality. Maybe it was overhyped in my brain from the TV show...never meet your heroes?“

“So I was seated immediately. The hostess and waiters were really quick and nice. The cooks were often not at the omelet counter, so people often waited a few minutes. The food was decent. The waffles and French toast were not too good, dry and overseasoned. The rest was good though. For a quick large meal, it was worth it.“

“Okay I had really low expectations of this restaurant after reading some reviews but I had to dine here to use some F&B credit I had. It turned out to be a very satisfying meal!

I went on a Saturday noon. It’s quite empty just a few tables were occupied. I ordered steak salad ($25) and it was amazing!!! The steak was cooked to perfection and the salad portion was generous.

My partner got steak and fries )
($30) and it was delicious too. Fries were crispy I couldn’t stop eating lol.

Our waitress was also very welcoming (forgot her name but she had some tattoos on her arms).

Bloody Mary was just average so I don’t recommend it. Other than that I think this place deserves a solid 4.“

“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.“

“An amazing setting outside near the pool. Service was excellent! The food was delicious and uniquely presented and prepared. We had the sea bass and chicken mallard. Both were very good! The beet salad was so different but delicious. Had the coconut dessert for my birthday. A very wonderful way to celebrate my special day. You won't disappointed.“

“Great Breakfast & drinks.“

“We went for a birthday work lunch and the service was excellent. Our server was absolutely delightful. There was an issue with my order and she was so nice and very accommodating. It was my first time there and i will definitely be going back!“

“Wonderful Food and Service. Everything was Outstanding !“

“Food is delicious and the presentation . The staff is great beautiful ambience .“

“Friendly, great brunch selection, and excellent service!“

“Good service and fast service friendly“

“Yummy food and super friendly staff.“

“Best Vegan organic breakfast in town!“

“We had a party of 6 on a sunday evening and everyone was thrilled with the experience of dining at Melvyn's, an iconic restaurant in the historic Ingleside Estate in Palm Springs. The menu is a nice mix of classic dishes like Chateaubriand, Beef Wellington, and Steak Tartare alongside other more modern choices meant to please any palate. We all had different entrees and all were great as were the sides. The meal concluded with Bananas Foster prepared tableside! So fun! The service was exceptional, our host Shelley was absolutely amazing and went above and beyond to take care of us and made certain everyone was happy and having a good time. We will certainly return!“

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“Wonderful dinner after the show at the casino.“

“Great food and family feeling customer service.“

“true hidden gem in Palm Springs. Playing a round here feels like stepping into a piece of golf history, with the breathtaking San Jacinto Mountains towering right over the fairways.
​The course itself is beautifully maintained—crisp greens, lush fairways, and a layout that offers just the right amount of challenge while remaining incredibly enjoyable. But what really sets O’Donnell apart is the atmosphere. The staff and members are welcoming, down-to-earth, and genuinely care about the property and the game.
​Whether you're taking in the history, enjoying the peaceful surroundings, or just having a classic day on the course, it’s an unforgettable experience. Highly recommended to anyone looking for a top-tier round in the valley!“

“What a wonderful time at the Peak Cafe. Our lunch was just as beautiful as the tram ride. The bartender welcomed us as soon as we stepped inside. He made us comfortable and entertained us with his personality and enthusiasm. His speciality drink was amazing.“

“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!“

“I went this morning to have brunch with my friend, & Melody was our waitress. She was great. She went above & beyond for us. We had the endless bubbly & she made sure our drinks were topped off everytime. She was also very friendly as well. I will be back 😊 & the food was fantastic too. Can’t forget about back house 😋“

“Staff is amazing, food and drinks are delicious, you can bring your fur-babies, you're not sitting on top of each other, the vibe is relaxing with great music playing in the background, but not too loudly. We had a fantastic time!“

“Live entertainment. Fun night thus far! 😉“

“Selected this property for a short stay in the desert. I had seen mixed reviews since COVID but my personal experience was very positive. Received an incredibly warm welcome from Luke at the Front Desk. He could not have been more gracious and helpful. He even walked us to our room [#302]. As a Marriott Bonvoy Titanium member I was very grateful that my suite upgrade request had cleared. The room was spacious and well laid out. There was a queen bed and a separate sofabed [no mention of this on the website though]. Two negatives included a lot of noise from the outside street [Indian Canyon Drive is a very busy road] also the bathroom really smelled whenever we took a shower.. the drains clearly need to be cleaned out. Everything else was great though...location is awesome...pools are really nice. One piece of advice...the cost of parking is not worth it...we parked on the surrounding streets. Recommend you do the same.“