Best Casual Restaurants in Desert Hot Springs

19 restaurants available nearby

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1. Sandfish Sushi & Whiskey

4.6

Exceptional(3664)

Price: Moderate

• Sushi • Palm Springs

Booked 64 times today

SANDFISH SUSHI AND WHISKEY HAS BEEN SERVING MODERN SUSHI DELICACIES IN UPTOWN PALM SPRINGS SINCE 2018.Our chef and founder Engin Onural draws in cultural influences from his world travels to create a truly unique dining experience.

2. Boozehounds

4.4

Awesome(212)

Price: Expensive

• Californian • Palm Springs

Booked 93 times today

Boozehounds Palm Springs was established in 2020 and has served as a go-to restaurant for dog owners from LA, San Diego, Coachella Valley, and beyond. Boozehounds was started by three friends for one simple reason… they loved dogs and dreamed of owning a place where people could take their pups, enjoy an awesome cocktail or fab meal, and socialize in style. Making sure the pup was the real VIP of course! Choose from the sexy and stylish dining room and lounge facing the gorgeous San Jacinto mountains, dine in the open-air atrium, or enjoy the picturesque vacation vibes at the cabana bar and patio. Who doesn’t love a little mai tai moment?Both the Atrium and Patio are dog-friendly zones and offer water bowls and a pup-friendly menu. Please note all indoor spaces are human only.Michelin Guide Restauarant 3 years in a row, and recently nominated best drag show 2023 by GED

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3. 1501 Uptown Gastropub

4.6

Exceptional(2377)

Price: Moderate

• Gastro Pub • Palm Springs

Booked 51 times today

Local chef and restaurateur, Chad Gardner and restaurateur, Willie Rhine combine their years of culinary and hospitality experience to bring Palm Springs premier Gastropub with great mountain view patio dining, artisan cuisine, libations and brews.

4. Palm Canyon Swim & Social

4.6

Exceptional(46)

Price: Moderate

• American • Palm Springs

Booked 2 times today

Palm Canyon Swim & Social Palm Springs is an adults-only poolside restaurant and bar serving an All-Day Brunch Menu inspired by California’s abundance of agricultural and culinary diversity, featuring inviting dishes like Hashbrown Chilaquiles, Huevos Rancheros, Fish Tacos, and the Cucumber & Avocado Salad. Our Specialty Cocktail Menu, Draft Beer, and Wine offerings will keep you refreshed while you lounge! Palisociety restaurants and bars (Palisociety Dining Group) are approachable spots that travelers and neighbors frequent on the regular. We create one-of-a-kind spaces where guests can find trusty service and classic, yet playful, seasonal menus that live up to our belief that great food never goes out of style and it’s always 5 o’clock somewhere.

5. Johannes

4.8

Exceptional(3860)

Price: Expensive

• Modern European • Palm Springs

Booked 16 times today

Chef Johannes Bacher whose global modern European award-winning cuisine including his popular fan favorite “Wiener Schnitzel” has been a downtown Palm Springs staple since 1999. Chef Bacher continues to use his many years of traveling the world as the inspiration for his subtle, creative dishes that are exciting and tastefully show off his Austrian roots. Enjoy an upscale casual dining experience whether you sit at the bar, the kitchen area, the dining room or the patios you won’t be disappointed. Whatever you choose your experience will be one of the best in Palm Springs - “Eat Well, Live Better” Johannes has been selected three years in a row for the Best of Palm Springs Awards for European Cuisine and has been recognized for the 2022 Palm Springs Business Hall of Fame. Please, No children under 5 years old. Service animals only…..Thank you!

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6. Escena Lounge & Grill

4.5

Awesome(1723)

Price: Moderate

• Contemporary American • Palm Springs

Booked 17 times today

Escena Grill is freshly renovated and open for indoor and outdoor dining, with full bar service! Browse or call for updates, hours of operation, specials and menus! (The kitchen closes 30-60 mins prior to the posted closing time.) The best view and outdoor dining patio in Palm Springs. Escena Grill pairs delectable California cuisine with eye-popping design and a playful, retro vibe. Spacious indoor and dog friendly outdoor dining areas frame majestic views of the towering San Jacinto Mountains. Ranked among OpenTable's 2015 Top 100 Al Fresco Dining Restaurants in America, Escena Grill offers breakfast, lunch, dinner and happy hour. Events are welcome. Hours, menus and event schedules vary seasonally; please call or check our website for current information. Escena Lounge + Grill is located within the Escena Palm Springs community and is connected to the stunning Escena Golf Club. Dining & golf open to the public year-round. Enter from Vista Chino 200 yards east of Gene Autry Trail.

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7. Lola Rose Grand Mezze

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4.6

Exceptional(51)

Price: Moderate

• American • Palm Springs

Booked 28 times today

Inspired by the flavor and flair of the Middle East, Lola Rose Grand Mezze is the lively, leisurely signature restaurant at Thompson Palm Springs. Sip and share from sunlight to moonlight with an array of savory spreads, charred meats, fresh seafood, greens and grains paired with a menu of playful cocktails. Open for breakfast, lunch, dinner and Sunday brunch.

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8. The Pantry at Holiday House

4.8

Exceptional(134)

Price: Moderate

• American • Palm Springs

Booked 8 times today

Serving our modern take on classic “Americana” cuisine, Executive Chef Jon Butler reinterprets the traditional resort menu using a fusion of new techniques and influences. Highlighting the abundance of fresh ingredients sourced from California and the vibrant Coachella Valley, our menu showcases the rich culinary heritage. From farm-fresh produce to locally sourced meats and artisanal cheeses, every ingredient reflects the essence of our locale. PLEASE NOTE: Due to the resort being Adults Only 21+, no one under 21 is allowed at the restaurant.

9. Tailor Shop

4.7

Exceptional(292)

Price: Moderate

• Bar / Lounge / Bottle Service • Palm Springs

Booked 15 times today

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10. Bongo Johnny's Patio Bar & Restaurant

4.7

Exceptional(685)

Price: Moderate

• American • Palm Springs

Booked 29 times today

Bongo Johnny's is a modern American diner with 2 fully covered/cooled/heated patio's (inside dining available also). Bongo Johnny's is a local favorite in Palm Springs, CA. Noted for top-rate service, $7 bottomless champagne, and a fun/casual atmosphere; it is a popular choice for breakfast, brunch, lunch, and dinner with the locals and visitors alike. Bongo Johnny's Patio offers American and Mexican breakfast fare, signature burgers, sandwiches, made from scratch Mac&Cheese dishes, Fish&Chips, Healthy Salads, unique drink specials, and the BEST Bloody Mary in town

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Jayvip
Vancouver / British Columbia •18 reviews
5.0
Dined today
Wonderful experience at 1501 Gastropub. Despite being a very busy Friday night, service was impeccable. Our server Cesar was so attentive, prompt, helpful, and cheery. He was an absolute delight. Our beverages and meals all arrived in a timely fashion and all of our meals were delicious, especially the firecracker shrimp, the braised Kobe short rib, and the beef stroganoff. Not our first visit, and certainly not our last. Thanks again to Cesar for a memorable evening
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1501 Uptown GastropubPrice: Moderate• Gastro Pub• Palm Springs
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4.6
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Mariettavip
Seattle / Eastern Washington •87 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
Lovely dinner - food was good, cocktails nice and service excellent as usual
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JohannesPrice: Expensive• Modern European• Palm Springs
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4.8
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Kristinavip
Los Angeles •3 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
Once again a fantastic experience at Sandfish! Great sushi and cocktails. My 9 year old really enjoyed the miso soup, apps and sashimi.
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Sandfish Sushi & WhiskeyPrice: Moderate• Sushi• Palm Springs
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4.6
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Richvip
Greater Boston •35 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
What a local gem. A sweet cozy restaurant and pool club with a fun and funky vibe. Staff was engaging and fun. Food was wonderful and very fresh. I’ll be back for sure
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Palm Canyon Swim & SocialPrice: Moderate• American• Palm Springs
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4.6
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Billvip
Palm Springs / Palm Desert Cities •89 reviews
4.0
Dined 3 days ago
The service was OUTSTANDING. The ambiance was delightful. The food, however, wasn't great. The options sounded better than they tasted. It's definitely a restaurant to return when we want to dine out and bring the dog. Otherwise, I would eat elsewhere.
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BoozehoundsPrice: Expensive• Californian• Palm Springs
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4.4

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19 restaurants available nearby

1. Sandfish Sushi & Whiskey

2. Boozehounds

3. 1501 Uptown Gastropub

4. Palm Canyon Swim & Social

5. Johannes

6. Escena Lounge & Grill

7. Lola Rose Grand Mezze

8. The Pantry at Holiday House

9. Tailor Shop

10. Bongo Johnny's Patio Bar & Restaurant

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