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Bar Cecil, Palm Springs, CA
Award-winning

Bar Cecil

4.8
4.8
1630 Reviews
$31 to $50
Bistro

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2 people
19:00
Booked 53 times today
  • Charming
  • Good for special occasions
  • Hot spot
"Your Pleasure is Our Pleasure!"

Please join us at Bar Cecil for a delightful evening. We welcome parties of 5 or fewer guests (limited space for parties of 5). Unfortunately, we are not able to accommodate larger parties.

We book tables for 2 hours. Last dinner orders are taken at 9 pm and we close the bar at 10 pm. We've gone cashless and happily accept credit and debit cards.

Due to our small size, tables with separate reservations can not be combined. Please reserve online; if OpenTable is not showing availability, we're fully booked or it is more than 14 days out. We accept reservations up to 30 days out. Our bar is always walk-in and we open at 5 pm (the bar list is usually full around 4:30 pm).


We can't wait to have you as our guests! "Shall we?"

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Bistro, American, French American
  • Hours of Operation
    Dinner Tue–Sun 17:00–22:00
  • Phone number
    (442) 332-3800
  • Website
    http://www.barcecil.com/
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive Chef
    Gabriel Woo
  • Location
    1555 S Palm Canyon Drive, Palm Springs, CA 92264
  • Award-winning
    1. MICHELIN Plate 2022
  • Area
    Palm Springs
  • Parking details
    Public Lot
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Menu

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What 1,630 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.8
4.8 based on recent ratings
  • 4.8Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.9Ambience
  • 4.5Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

  • Palm Springs / Palm Desert Cities

    Best Ambience

  • Palm Springs / Palm Desert

    Best Ambience

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Bar Cecil in Palm Springs is a "must-visit" gem, known for its "fantastic food" and "outstanding service." The "casual elegance" of the atmosphere, combined with a diverse and delicious menu, makes it a top choice for both locals and visitors. While reservations are challenging to secure, many agree it's "worth the wait" for a truly special dining experience.

1,630 Reviews

  1. Greg

    Phoenix

    31 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    31 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Delightful service by Eric and Robert and the team. Delicious morsels from the fabulous kitchen. Superb setting. Blessed we are. Thank you Bar Cecil.

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  2. Jennifer

    Los Angeles

    11 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    11 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Never disappoints! Service, food, ambiance. Bar Cecil has it all.

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  3. Brian

    Seattle

    20 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    20 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Another outstanding meal at Bar Cecil! The setting is the coolest in PS. The food was A+ as always. And our server - Tony - was awesome. Friendly and attentive, he made our Anniversary dinner super special! Can’t wait to go back!

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  4. Ellen

    Kansas City

    27 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    27 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great food. Beautiful interior. Lovely waitress. Would visit again

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  5. Danielle

    Palm Springs

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    The mussels in curry sauce were incredible! I’ve eaten them in all the famous mussels countries, and these were among the best. Their presentation was excellent. The slices of toasted bread were perfectly crisped, and held the curry broth well. Also a good price, as they are on the appetizer menu, but worked as an entree.

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  6. donna

    New York City

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Beautiful surroundings, great food, fun atmosphere.

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  7. PaulM

    Toronto

    3 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    My fav restaurant in Palm Springs. Amazing vibe, service, food.

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  8. Cameron

    Seattle

    13 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    13 reviews

    Dined on 15 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent food and respectful staff with great service!

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  9. OpenTable Diner

    San Francisco

    1 review

    vip
    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 14 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    My family had an amazing experience celebrating my father’s 90th birthday. They provided flexibility on our reservation when our daughter unexpectedly decided to fly in to join. The food is always wonderful. We ordered steak frites, pork chop, Cacio e Pepe, onion tart, Parker rolls and beef tare tare. Devoured everything. Pork chop was our favorite. Kudos to both Eric and Cassie for wonderful service.

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  10. tiffanyk

    San Francisco

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on 13 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Bar Cecil offers a unique, charming experience that feels like stepping into an European café with a modern twist. The decor is chic with a retro vibe and intimate ambiance. The cocktail menu is a standout, with inventive drinks that showcase top-quality ingredients and careful craftsmanship. Each cocktail feels like a small work of art, with flavors that are as bold as they are balanced. The food menu is equally impressive, focusing on fresh, seasonal ingredients with European-inspired dishes that are executed with flair. From appetizers to mains, every plate is beautifully presented, with flavors that manage to be both rich and nuanced. The service is warm and attentive, enhancing the overall experience. Bar Cecil is truly a gem, making it a must-visit for both locals and travelers in Palm Springs.

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FAQs

Bar Cecil is rated 4.8 stars by 1630 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

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2 people
19:00
Booked 53 times today
Google Map for Bar Cecil

1555 S Palm Canyon Drive, Palm Springs, CA 92264

Additional information

  • Award-winning
    1. MICHELIN Plate 2022
  • Area
    Palm Springs
  • Hours of Operation
    Dinner Tue–Sun 17:00–22:00
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Bistro, American, French American
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Public Lot
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Gabriel Woo
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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