Diners' Choice: Best Value restaurants in Palm Springs / Palm Desert Cities

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Updated 05 February 2025

Looking for the best value restaurants in Palm Springs / Palm Desert Cities? You’re in the right place. Each month, OpenTable analyses nearly 2 million global diner reviews from the past four months. We sort the results by location and category to help you discover new favourite restaurants. It's a great partnership: you book, eat, and review. We listen...and deliver the results for all to benefit. Enjoy!

Saffron Restaurant and Lounge

4.6

4.6 (36)

$30 and under

Persian

Palm Springs

About the restaurant

Dishes Made with love that will touch your soul. Persian cuisine is rich in history and tradition. a tantalizing exploration of flavors and textures. It’s a culinary journey that takes you through the aromatic lanes of saffron-infused rice, the tangy delights of pomegranate molasses and the hearty comfort of slow-cooked stews. Creating Persian food is an art form where each ingredient is treated with respect and each dish is a celebration of flavor balance. The delicate dance between sweet and sour. the harmony of spices and the thoughtful presentation all contribute to the unique allure of Persian cooking.

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ingridVIP

Dined 7 days ago

A very enjoyable evening. Great food and service. Enjoyed two appetizers and the chicken kebabs. My only complaint is the is the noise level. I think because of the cement floors. The evening we were there the restaurant was full. We will be back.

Stuft Pizza Bar & Grill - La Quinta

4.9

4.9 (10)

$30 and under

Pizza Bar

La Quinta

About the restaurant

Before Stuft Pizza gained its reputation as a top restaurant in Rancho Mirage, Palm Desert, and La Quinta, Jack and Pat Bertram founded the first Stuft Pizza in Cerritos, California in 1976 after months of recipe experimentation. Starting as a small take-out only pizza joint, its focus on quality led to success. By 1986, it expanded into a franchise, with the Bertram Family operating two unique locations in the Coachella Valley since 2004 and 2014. Featuring expanded menus, full bars, HD TVs, and a welcoming atmosphere, Stuft Pizza remains a beloved family-run establishment, offering delicious pizza and great value for over 45 years. Thank you for being part of the Stuft Pizza family!

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Melissa

Dined on 11 Jan 2025

Always a wonderful time. The food is excellent, especially the steak with mushrooms and onions, which is divine.

Le Donne Cucina Italiana

4.7

4.7 (1116)

$30 and under

Italian

Palm Desert

About the restaurant

Taste the authentic flavors of Italy at Le Donne Cucina Italiana! Voted best Italian restaurant in Palm Desert three years running by the Desert Sun and Palm Springs Life, Le Donne Cucina Italiana makes pastas fresh every day using old-world techniques. You'll love the sophisticated atmosphere and delicious, authentic Italian dishes.

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Diane

Dined 2 days ago

The food was excellent, but the noise level was very bad.

DSRT CLUB

4.8

4.8 (653)

$31 to $50

American

La Quinta

About the restaurant

DSRT CLUB! Another creation brought to you by the owners of RD RNNR. In developing a sister restaurant to RD RNNR, we set out to create a social club atmosphere that drew inspiration from the lore of Desert nostalgia. In our journey through the development of the name and design, we came across a true desert classic in The Desert Club. This vintage establishment was built in the late 1930’s and was closed up in the late 1980’s. With the 1940’s and 1950’s marking the major success of The Desert Club, we then envisioned a restaurant that brought back the swanky essence of those years here in the Desert.

With the intent to restore some vintage ADULT dining to the “cove”, our hope is to establish a feeling of upscale classic that is reminiscent of “nostalgic” Desert vibes. We are focused on offering a great feel in ambiance, amazing food and exceptional service all wrapped in a tight bow.

We look forward to dining with you!

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Lori

Dined 1 day ago

Great food great service!! And you can enjoy a conversation!

The Sandbar Restaurant & Bar

4.8

4.8 (181)

$31 to $50

American

La Quinta

About the restaurant

“Almost Four Decades of Desert Dining Excellence continues under a new helm”.

As the former owner of the Adobe Garden Hotel and Irongate Restaurant in Palm Desert, Cunard’s in La Quinta, Robert Cunard’s in Palm Desert, and The Prevue in Rancho Mirage, Robert Cunard’s reputation as a restaurateur is well-established in the Coachella Valley.

He rebuilt the Sandbar, and has remained true to his tradition of quality cuisine and impeccable service.

Robert will pass the Helm of The Sandbar to Waldo Cesoni, a local seasoned Restauranteur who is already serving the Coachella Valley with Waldo’s Ristorante and Backstreet Bistro on El Paseo.

“Bob and I share the same passion for taking care of our guests and treat every one as family”, The Sandbar will continue with the same philosophy and culture for many more years to come.

Bill Baker playing music starting at 6:00PM ~ Tuesday through Saturday.

Please say hi to Bob and Waldo

Looking forward to serving you soon and often.
Bob & Waldo

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JeannieVIP

Dined 1 day ago

Our dinner was absolutely fabulous! Three of us had the sautéed sole🛍️👏👏👏‼️ So mouthwatering and delicious ‼️ We sat out on the back patio and had a wonderful evening‼️

533 Viet Fusion

4.8

4.8 (357)

$30 and under

Fusion / Eclectic

Palm Springs

About the restaurant

533 is a contemporary Vietnamese Fusion restaurant nestled in Palm Springs, with a full bar. Cooking with the freshest local and organic ingredients is what they're known for. In their mid century modern dinning room, you can enjoy, the popular pink drink, the Thai Basil Lemon drop. Amongst the best sellers you will find the Ahi tuna roll, Chili Braised Osso Buco, Vietnamese Crepe, French Short Ribs and the Pad Thai. The menu also offers plenty of gluten free, vegetarian, and vegan dishes. Voted Best of the Best Vietnamese in Palm Springs!

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AnthonyVIP

Dined 5 days ago

The best restaurant in Palm Springs! Food and service are always superior!

Freddies Kitchen at the Cole

4.7

4.7 (242)

$31 to $50

French American

Palm Springs

About the restaurant

A modern French Bistro serving fresh, French California cuisine with global flavors in a casual, social, and welcoming atmosphere.
Chef Frederic takes the best locally grown and sourced food, mixes it with his creativity, and re-imagines it into perfect bites prepared with love.
Located at the remodeled Cole Hotel, a place to gather in Uptown Palm Springs.
We look forward to serving you!

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Sara

Dined 5 days ago

We had dinner at Freddie’s for Valentine’s Day. They had a prix fixe menu with three courses, plus a little amuse bouche and a complementary glass of champagne. Everything was delicious and the service was great. The owner/chef, Frédéric, came out and chatted with everyone. I had cream of butternut squash soup for a starter and my partner had a tomato salad. We both had roast duck and crème brûlée.

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FARM

4.8

4.8 (4004)

$50 and over

French

Palm Springs

About the restaurant

FARM is a traditional Provencial-style restaurant in downtown Palm Springs in the historic Plaza, tucked away from traffic. Chef has taken care to create a menu comprised of traditional European dishes, brimming with locally sourced produce and artisanal meats. In true Provencial-style, the prix fixe dinner menu is served at a pace so you may enjoy your evening with us.
Enjoy a meal in our outdoor setting and take in the ambiance of being out of the city and transported magically to the South of France.
*I apologize, but we do not have Vegan menu items. *

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Lonnie

Dined 2 days ago

Server was amazing! Dinner was delicious. Atmosphere was fun.

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4.7

4.7 (3390)

$30 and under

Italian

Palm Springs

About the restaurant

Trilussa serves traditional Italian cuisine in an intimate and family atmosphere. They serve great Italian seafood, steaks, pizza and pasta dishes with elegance and a smile. Front door parking to the restaurant available. Gluten-free pasta available. Live Music.

Happy Hour reservations not available.
Table requests are not guaranteed.

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Suzy

Dined 2 days ago

We enjoyed a fabulous anniversary dinner here last night. We ordered chicken Marsala and lasagna and both were excellent. The carrot cake and Tiramisu were equally delicious! Highly recommend and would love to return.

Lost Property Restaurant - Palm Springs

4.7

4.7 (35)

$30 and under

American

Palm Springs

About the restaurant

Discover the newest culinary delights at Lost Property Palm Springs. Enjoy a menu inspired by Coastal American Bar Fare, featuring mouthwatering dishes and handcrafted cocktails

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Cara

Dined 4 days ago

Well prepared, delicious offerings...personable staff

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