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1. Purple Room Supper Club
1,332 reviews
Open Now
American, Bar
$$ - $$$
Menu
128.3 mi
Palm Springs
“... and I had the
shrimp cocktail
.”
“... is really good (great
bass
player).”
Reserve
2. Alabama Hills Cafe and Bakery
740 reviews
Closed Now
American, Cafe
$$ - $$$
106.8 mi
Lone Pine
“Excellent lunch and the BEST
sandwiches
!”
“Worth the stop!!!”
3. La Perlita Mexican Food
478 reviews
Closed Now
Mexican, Southwestern
$$ - $$$
Menu
129.6 mi
Palm Springs
“We each ordered the
Burrito
Supreme.”
“food”
4. Miro's Restaurant
910 reviews
Closes in 14 min
Mediterranean, European
$$$$
Menu
127.4 mi
Palm Springs
“We had escargots followed by
salmon
Oscar, with a delightful white wine.”
“We started with the
escargot
and it was very good.”
Reserve
5. Le Vallauris
1,033 reviews
Open Now
French, International
$$$$
Menu
126.3 mi
Palm Springs
“The
oysters
are also very good.”
“Then came caviar, with a few rounds of
oysters
, all fresh with the perfect ac...”
Reserve
6. Elmer's Restaurant - Palm Springs
2,425 reviews
Closes in 14 min
American, Diner
$$ - $$$
Menu
127.9 mi
Palm Springs
“, and my partner chooses the
french toast
(9) and coffee.”
“Crab benedict and stuffed
crepes
both winners.”
7. Lola's Kitchen
391 reviews
Closed Now
Mexican, Latin
$
67.1 mi
Barstow
“Awesome
chicken enchiladas
”
“... and chicken
enchiladas
with the bes...”
8. Arnold Palmer's Restaurant
844 reviews
Closes in 14 min
Contemporary
$$ - $$$
Menu
143.9 mi
La Quinta
“
Fine dining
and ambience”
“Always a
Special Occasion
”
Reserve
9. EIGHT4NINE Restaurant & Lounge
1,093 reviews
Closes in 14 min
American, Healthy
$$ - $$$
Menu
125.9 mi
Palm Springs
“The
scallops
and clams over clam chowder soup was very good and had a potato...”
“We had the Sea Bass, and
Duck
Confit dinners, both of which were fabulous.”
Reserve
10. Tony's Burgers
253 reviews
Open Now
American, Bar
$$ - $$$
Menu
131.8 mi
Cathedral City
“Although hard to resist a
burger and fries
, I also have ate a couple differen...”
“I ordered a
cheeseburger
with just provolone and the sauce and it was cooked...”
11. Grill-A-Burger
911 reviews
Closed Now
American, Bar
$$ - $$$
Menu
136.2 mi
Palm Desert
“Best
fish tacos
”
“The burgers were done perfectly, as were the fries and
onion rings
.”
Order online
12. Pappy & Harriet's Palace
756 reviews
Open Now
American, Southwestern
$$ - $$$
114.5 mi
Pioneertown
“We enjoyed a fantastic plate of Jessica Von Rabbit
nachos
as we waited for ou...”
“The décor is rustic
southwestern
with a stage and dance floor.”
13. Tac/Quila
179 reviews
Open Now
Mexican
$$ - $$$
Menu
126.2 mi
Palm Springs
“Fabulous
street tacos
”
“I had the short rib
enchiladas
, and the...”
Reserve
14. Tyler's Burgers
798 reviews
Closed Now
American
$$ - $$$
126.5 mi
Palm Springs
“... cheeseburger a 4* but the big surprise for me was a delicious
tuna
sandwich!”
“Wow, awesome bacon
cheeseburger
and the...”
15. Bill's Pizza
1,563 reviews
Open Now
Italian, Pizza
$
Menu
126.5 mi
Palm Springs
“
Pizza
was really good, loved the outdoor dining because the weather was beaut...”
“... pizza for breakfast, lunch, and dinner, and would probably add
pepperoni
.”
16. Copleys On Palm Canyon
985 reviews
Closes in 14 min
American, Contemporary
$$$$
126.0 mi
Palm Springs
“I had the
salmon
and thought it was great.”
“... on buttery steak and crisp
lobster
.”
Reserve
17. The Restaurant At The 29 Palms Inn
528 reviews
Closed Now
Healthy, American
$$ - $$$
Menu
137.2 mi
Twentynine Palms
“We had the sea bass special and the shrimp and scallops
pasta
.”
“A neat inn with a
great restaurant
”
18. Wilma & Frieda's Cafe
766 reviews
Closed Now
American, Cafe
$$ - $$$
Menu
138.3 mi
Palm Desert
“The
meatloaf
was the best
meatloaf
I’ve...”
“I loved the
meatloaf
and eggs.”
19. Rick's Restaurant & Bakery
541 reviews
Closed Now
American, Diner
$$ - $$$
Menu
125.3 mi
Palm Springs
“Solid
cinnamon rolls
, fresh tasting egg...”
“Good Breakfast, But Not
Great Breakfast
”
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20. Season's Restaurant
753 reviews
Closes in 14 min
American, International
$$ - $$$
Menu
106.8 mi
Lone Pine
“My side
salad
was very generous… my gri...”
“... the Rainbow
Trout
, both came out ho...”
21. L'Atelier Cafe
318 reviews
Closed Now
French, Cafe
$$ - $$$
Menu
126.5 mi
Palm Springs
“The menu is simple French-- crepes,
French toast
, eggs, croissants, salads an...”
“Finally, French breakfast”
22. Si Bon
654 reviews
Closes in 14 min
Belgian, European
$$ - $$$
Menu
136.1 mi
Rancho Mirage
“I had
quiche
Lorraine, and the others had the papaya & chicken salad and the...”
“Outstanding lunch, papaya wrapped around chicken salad and
burger
.”
Order online
23. Pueblo Viejo Grill
479 reviews
Open Now
Mexican, Southwestern
$$ - $$$
Menu
144.8 mi
Indio
“
Fajitas
were delicious!!”
“... and
enchiladas
, even the beans and ...”
Order online
24. Farm
655 reviews
Open Now
French
$$ - $$$
Menu
126.5 mi
Palm Springs
“... breakfast items were perfect and the banana
french toast
was amazing.”
“I had the mushroom crepes and my husband had the
andouille
sausage omelette.”
Reserve
25. Crossroads Cafe
593 reviews
Closes in 14 min
American, Cafe
$$ - $$$
Menu
123.8 mi
Joshua Tree
“Best
Vegetarian
Breakfast”
“... a lot of
vegetarian
options which I...”
26. Billy Q's
228 reviews
Closes in 14 min
Italian, American
$
136.5 mi
Palm Desert
“We had a pizza… some homemade chips with Gorgonzola, and a huge chicken
salad
...”
“Massive
salad
that had so many topping and all paired together for the perfec...”
27. Pacifica Seafood Restaurant
1,613 reviews
Open Now
American, Seafood
$$$$
138.2 mi
Palm Desert
“Great meal to end a special trip”
“Great food”
Reserve
28. The Rib Co.
650 reviews
Open Now
American, Barbecue
$$ - $$$
135.1 mi
Twentynine Palms
“The
sandwiches
and ribs are fantastic.”
“The tater
salad
was very good and filling.”
29. Margie's Merry Go-Round
442 reviews
Closes in 14 min
Chinese, Asian
$$ - $$$
Menu
106.8 mi
Lone Pine
“I recommend this restaurant in Lone Pine”
“Great food and staff”
30. Trio
3,913 reviews
Open Now
American, Bar
$$ - $$$
Menu
126.0 mi
Palm Springs
“Last week we tried the sea
bass
and it was perfection.”
“... fish taco ($5.00) and the soy
ceviche
which had edamame, tofu, tomato, an...”
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Frequently Asked Questions about California Desert
What are the best restaurants in California Desert that deliver?
Some of the most popular restaurants in California Desert that deliver are:
Pie for the People!
Townie Bagels Bakery and Cafe
Bongo Johnny's Patio Bar & Grill
What are the best restaurants in California Desert that provide takeout?
Some of the most popular restaurants in California Desert that provide takeout are:
Brandini Toffee Shop and Factory
Great Shakes
TKB Bakery & Deli
What are the most popular restaurants in California Desert?
The best restaurants in California Desert include:
Brandini Toffee Shop and Factory
Great Shakes
TKB Bakery & Deli
What are the best restaurants in California Desert for families with children?
Some of the best restaurants in California Desert for families with children include:
Great Shakes
The Sandwich Spot
Elmer's Restaurant - Palm Springs
What are the best restaurants in California Desert for cheap eats?
Some of the most popular restaurants in California Desert for cheap eats include:
Great Shakes
The Sandwich Spot
The Natural Sisters Cafe