Brazilian
Restaurants
Picanha
Brazilian Grill & Bar
73-399
El Paseo
Palm Desert, CA 92260
Reservations: 760.674.3434
Located
on El Paseo in Palm Desert, Picanha Restaurant serves up delicious
traditional Brazilian style Churrascaria. Churrasco, the Brazilian
word for barbecue, describes a 300-year old culinary tradition
that originated in the pampas, or prairie ranchlands, of Brazil.
At Picanha you'll see a graceful dance of waiters bringing swords
laden with meat directly to your table ...more
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California
/ Continental Restaurants
Cedar
Creek Inn
1555 South Palm Canyon Drive
Palm Springs, California
Reservations: 1.760.325.7300
Cedar
Creek Inn’s outstanding, eclectic menu has expanded to include
even more salads and sandwiches, all prepared with fresh-daily
products. Great entrées and a delicious prime steak menu, lobster,
king crab legs, scrumptious homemade desserts and international
specialty coffees have made Cedar Creek Inn one of Palm Springs’
best restaurants to celebrate special occasions ...more
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Grill-A-Burger
166 North Palm Canyon Drive
Palm Springs, California 92262
Grill-A-Burger
proprietor Rick Ameil, has owned and operated restaurants in
San Francisco and Honolulu, and has written a book on the culinary
arts. Rick wanted to create a fun, unique experience in Palm
Springs that would have people coming back for more. Everything
at Grill-A-Burger is made by hand - even their french fries.
Unique for a burger restaurant, Grill-A-Burger offers ...more
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matchbox
vintage pizza bistro
Mercado Plaza / Mezzanine Level
155 South Palm Canyon Drive
Palm Springs, CA 92262
Phone: 1.760.778.6000
Our
menu is equally divided in two parts, the first features our
incomparable thin crust pizza. The second, our Bistro menu,
consists of a wide selection of chef-driven entrees. The Falls
Prime Steakhouse has partnered with matchbox of Washington,
DC to bring this award winning concept to Palm Springs! matchbox,
winner of Best New Restaurant for 2004...more
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The
Nest
75-188 Highway 111
Indian Wells, CA
The
Nest is Indian Wells' most famous Restaurant and Night Club.
We've been serving fine guests, celebrities and Golf and Tennis
legends since 1966. The reasons for our exceptional longevity
and acceptance are delicious food, wonderful, warm atmosphere,
great nightly entertainment and generous refreshments, along
with the service you would like to receive all the time ....
if you could just find it! Serving dinner daily from 5 p.m.
Specials change daily and include steak and traditional favorites,
a “Catch of the day”, “Pasta of the Day” and...more
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Sherman's
Deli
401 Tahquitz Canyon Drive, Palm Springs, California 92262
Reservations: 760.325.1199
73-161 Country Club Drive , Palm Desert, California 92260
Reservations: 760.568.1350
Since
opening their first location in 1953, Sherman’s has become a
landmark in the desert. This Kosher- style family restaurant,
still owned and operated by Sherman Harris and his son, Sam
Harris, offers an extensive menu for breakfast, brunch, lunch
and dinner reminiscent of New York style deli restaurants. Bread
and deserts are baked fresh daily. And, don’t miss breakfast
featuring fresh baked cinnamon bread and French toast. They
also serve all American breakfasts like huge 8-egg omelets with
thick bacon! Their Famous Sandwich Board offers more than 40
favorites including Hot Corned Beef piled high on rye bread
served with ...more
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French
Restaurants
Cafe
des Beaux-Arts
73-640 El Paseo
Palm Desert, California
Reservations: 760.346.0669
Didier Bloch, Owner
Boasting the "Premier Parisian Patio on El Paseo",
Didier Bloch's Cafe des Beaux-Arts features an outstanding selection
of fine French entrees such as Shrimp Provencale, Rabbit Dijonnaise,
Broiled Portobello Mushroom and their classic Bouillabaisse.
The Cafe des Beaux-Arts outdoor patio is beautiful and extends
impressively around the corner of their prime restaurant location
at Larkspur and El Paseo. The Cafe des Beaux-Arts (which means
"The Cafe of Fine Arts") showcases an impressive collection
of artwork representing many of Didier Bloch's travels from
such far-flung locales as Tahiti and ...more
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Le
St. Germain
The
Restaurant that brings Paris to the Desert!
74-985 Highway 111
Indian Wells, California 92210
760-773-6511 Fax 760-773-6510
Open every day, all year around, including Holidays
Dinner from 5:30Pm until the last guest leaves
Executive Chef Didier Tsirony prepares award-winning
dishes that are a fusion of French and California savor. The
eloquence of the Prix fixe Summer Bistro Menu along with the
Newly Created cuisine dishes will avow memorable dining. Menu
highlights include Pear and Feta Cheese Salad with Spiced Pecans
and Port Balsamic Glaze, Fresh Maine Lobster with Avocado, Papaya,
Tomato and Mango Vinaigrette, Seared Sushi Grade Ahi Tuna with
Wasabi Soy and Ginger Sauce, Skillet Sautéed Milk Fed Veal Tenderloin
with Caramelized Anjou Pears and Aged Balsamic Glaze, Warm Chocolate
Lava Cake with Pistachio Ice Cream ...more
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Le
Vallauris
The
Desert's Most Celebrated Five Star Restaurant!
385 West Tahquitz Canyon Way
Palm Springs, California 92262
Paul Bruggemans, Owner
"Le Vallauris is not only the best restaurant here, I would
rank it as one of the best restaurants in the world..."
Jerry Berns, The 21 Club, New York City
"The best Restaurant in the valley."
The Zagat Guide ...more
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Gourmet
Restaurants
Copley's
on Palm Canyon
621
North Palm Canyon Drive
Palm Springs CA 92262
Reservations: 760.327.9555
Andrew Manion Copley has 20 years of culinary
experience in five star establishments. After completing his
culinary degree at Westminster Culinary College in London, Chef
Manion Copley obtained valuable culinary and operational experience,
while working at esteemed places such as the Savoy and Park
Lane Hotels in London. Then it was on to the luxurious ocean
liner Queen Elizabeth, where he ...more
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Charlotte's
117
La Plaza
Palm Springs, CA 92262
Reservations: 760.327.9066
Charlotte’s continues to be a favorite habitué
for notable Palm Springs celebrities and locals who enjoy the
privacy and charm of this intimate restaurant. Comprised of
four cottages surrounding a trellis-covered patio, Charlotte's
gourmet menu features such culinary standouts as pumpkin ravioli,
roasted New Zealand rack of lamb and oven poached fresh salmon
as well as an extensive wine list. Inside Charlotte's you will
find gilt mirrors and antique tables with windows swathed in
sunny yellow silk – perfect for sipping champagne and decadent
desserts ...more
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Le
St. Germain
The
Restaurant that brings Paris to the Desert!
74-985 Highway 111
Indian Wells, California 92210
760-773-6511 Fax 760-773-6510
Open every day, all year around, including Holidays
Dinner from 5:30pm until the last guest leaves
Executive Chef Didier Tsirony prepares award-winning
dishes that are a fusion of French and California savor. The
eloquence of the Prix fixe Summer Bistro Menu along with the
Newly Created cuisine dishes will avow memorable dining. Menu
highlights include Pear and Feta Cheese Salad with Spiced Pecans
and Port Balsamic Glaze, Fresh Maine Lobster with Avocado, Papaya,
Tomato and Mango Vinaigrette, Seared Sushi Grade Ahi Tuna with
Wasabi Soy and Ginger Sauce, Skillet Sautéed Milk Fed Veal Tenderloin
with Caramelized Anjou Pears and Aged Balsamic Glaze, Warm Chocolate
Lava Cake with Pistachio Ice Cream ...more
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Le
Vallauris
The
Desert's Most Celebrated Five Star Restaurant!
385 West Tahquitz Canyon Way
Palm Springs, California 92262
Paul Bruggemans, Owner
"Le Vallauris is not only the best restaurant here, I would
rank it as one of the best restaurants in the world..."
Jerry Berns, The 21 Club, New York City
"The best Restaurant in the valley."
The Zagat Guide ...more
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St.
James at the Vineyard
265 South Palm Canyon Drive
Palm Springs, California 92262
This
one-of-a-kind restaurant in Palm Springs redefines the words
"World Cuisine". The fabulous St. James at the Vineyard
is truly a restaurant in a classification all by itself. Each
entree is prepared with the culinary artistry usually reserved
for another restaurant's "signature" dish. Savor the New Zealand
Mussels steaming in a coriander and coconut broth...more
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International
Restaurants
Philippe's
Cafe
245 South Palm Canyon Drive
Palm Springs, California 92262
Welcome
to Philippe's Cafe of Palm Springs! For over twenty years, owner
Philippe Garcia has specialized in creating an International
delightful blend of French, Spanish and Italian cuisine. Located
on beautiful Palm Canyon Drive, Phillipe's Cafe offers a wide
selection of Mediterranean cusine - from Bouillabaisse Pacific
Seafood Stew, Crepes and Panini Sandwiches to Belgium Waffles.
...more info
St.
James at the Vineyard
265 South Palm Canyon Drive
Palm Springs, California 92262
This
one-of-a-kind restaurant in Palm Springs redefines the words
"World Cuisine". The fabulous St. James at the Vineyard
is truly a restaurant in a classification all by itself. Each
entree is prepared with the culinary artistry usually reserved
for another restaurant's "signature" dish. Savor the New Zealand
Mussels steaming in a coriander and coconut broth...more
info

Italian
Restaurants
Kalura
Trattoria Italiana
124
South Palm Canyon Drive
Palm Springs, California
Toll Free Reservations: 1.866.4.KALURA
Native Italians Enzo and Ignazio Amodeo (brothers)
have been in the restaurant industry for over 12 years creating
only the finest authentic contemporary Italian Cuisine. In 2001,
the Amodeo brothers decided to bring their culinary talents
to Palm Springs and opened Kalura Trattoria Italiana. Located
on Palm Canyon Drive next to the Plaza Theater (home of the
world-famous Palm Springs Follies!), Kalura Trattortia Italiana
features rustic home-style Italian cooking. Their gourmet menu
features Italian classics such as Risotto Porcini, Veal Rack
in ...more info
Lotza
Mozza Pizza n Pasta
119
South Indian Canyon Way
Palm Springs, CA 92262
Phone: 760.325.5571
Open Sun thru Thurs: 10am-10pm / Fri & Sat: 10am-11pm
Marvin Azzopardi and Greg Zennedjian,
Proprietors
For more than 40 years, one of Palm Springs
landmark eateries was Carlo Gatusso's Italian Deli. Elvis Presley
and Frank Sinatra were known to call Carlo in the middle of
the night to order one of his specially made sandwiches. When
Gatusso decided to retire, locals waited to see what would replace
the irreplaceable Carlo's. In February 2005, Lotza Mozza Pizza-n
Pasta opened...more
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Magie
Ristorante Italiano
333
North Palm Canyon Drive, Suite 107
Palm Springs, California
Reservations: 760.322.1234
Magie Ristorante Italiano has been a landmark
on Palm Canyon Drive in Palm Springs for over ten years! Specializing
in Northern Italian Cuisine, Magie Ristorante Italiano's owner
and chef Michael has been preparing some of the most delicious
Italian dishes in Southern California for over 30 years. The
Magie Ristorante Italiano menu was crafted by the world renowned
Franco Spinelli. In addition, to their extensive pasta ravioli,
gnocchi, risotto, meat, chicken, veal and seafood dishes, this
restaurant offers a variety of domestic and Italian wines as
well as...more info
Ristorante
Brissago
at
the Miramonte Resort
45000 Indian Wells Lane
Indian Wells, California
Reservations: 760.341.7200.
Whether it's enjoying a delightful breakfast
al fresco on our patio, surrounded by colorful Bougainvillea,
or sampling a sumptuous entrée from our dinner menu amid the
soft glow of candlelight in the dining room, Chef Sarah Bowman
and the staff of Ristorante Brissago invite you to experience
the Mediterranean inspired cuisine and attentive service that
define one of the area's most exceptional casual fine dining
venues...more
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Japanese Restaurants
KOBE
Japanese Steak House
69838 Highway 111
Rancho Mirage, California
Pass
under the authentic gateway, cross the red footbridge over the
koi pond and enter the delightful world of Japanese dining at
KOBE Japanese Steak House. Experience the excitement and distinctive
flavors of authentic Japanese teppan-yaki , prepared right at
your table by knifewielding chefs. Located in a replica of a
Japanese country inn, Kobe serves the highest quality and most
flavorful beef, seafood and poultry available in Southern California.
A Desert landmark for 25 years, KOBE restaurant also features
an intimate...more
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Seafood
Restaurants
Fisherman's
Market & Grill
235 South Indian Canyon Drive, Palm Springs, CA
44-250 Town Center Way, Palm Desert, CA
78-575 Highway 111, La Quinta, CA
Voted
Number One Seafood Restaurant in the Valley. This local favorite
for the past nine years now has three locations. Serves the
freshest seafood brought in daily. They also serve filet mignon,
surf 'n turf and breast of chicken, all in a casual atmosphere
reminiscent of the Fisherman's Wharf in San Francisco. Chilled
wine and beer are poured by the glass. Their new Shanghai Red's
oyster bar in Palm Springs is open late featuring mouth-watering
specialties and...more
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Mexican
/ Southwest Restaurants
Don
Diego's of Indian Wells
74-969 Highway 111 (at Cook Street)
Indian Wells, California
This
multiple-award-winning restaurant has been a local favorite
since 1981. In addition to their famous Mexican creations, they
now serve mouthwatering steaks, chicken and shrimp dishes. Mexican
specialties include traditional and regional favorites such
as burritos, enchiladas and tacos. Generous portions are all
served with homemade soup or... more
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Steakhouses
The
Falls Prime Steakhouse & Martini Bar
Mercado
Plaza / Mezzanine Level
155 South Palm Canyon Drive
Palm Springs, CA 92262
Reservations: 760.416.8664
The
Falls Steakhouse strives to make our guests vision of the ideal
dining experience a reality. When you dine at either of The
Falls locations, you have your choice of fine dining rooms,
distinctly delicious meals and great wines. Aside from our prime
steaks, daily fresh seafood, tableside Caesar salad, hand carved
prime rib, the cuisine at the Falls is constantly evolving.
Our chefs strive to provide our guests with innovative flavors
and ...more info
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Picanha
Brazilian Grill & Bar
73-399
El Paseo
Palm Desert, CA 92260
Reservations: 760.674.3434
Located
on El Paseo in Palm Desert, Picanha Restaurant serves up delicious
traditional Brazilian style Churrascaria. Churrasco, the Brazilian
word for barbecue, describes a 300-year old culinary tradition
that originated in the pampas, or prairie ranchlands, of Brazil.
At Picanha you'll see a graceful dance of waiters bringing swords
laden with meat directly to your table ...more
info

Health
/ Vegetarian Restaurants
Red
Pepper Health Nut Cafe
Home of the Original Palm Springs Date Shake
116 La Plaza
Palm Springs, CA 92262
Carmen Puggioni,
Proprietor
Phone:
760.322.8902
No
visit to Palm Springs is complete without tasting one of Red
Pepper Health Nut Cafe's Original Palm Springs Date Shakes!
They prepare all of their date shakes using the original Palm
Springs recipe of fresh, plump (not dried) local Coachella Valley
dates. Red Pepper Health Nut Cafe is a health oriented bistro
which offers only the freshest ...more
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Thai
Restaurants
Pepper's Thai Cuisine
495 N. Palm Canyon Drive
Palm Springs, CA 92262
760.322.1259
Thai Smile
651 North Palm Canyon Drive
Palm Springs, CA 92262
760.320.5503