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Clandestino, Palm Springs, CA

Clandestino

4.8
4.8
843 Reviews
$30 and under
Mexican

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2 people
19:00
Booked 50 times today
  • Great for outdoor dining
  • Charming
  • Great for creative cocktails
Clandestino is the moody sister of Tac/Quila. Serving elevated and fresh Mexican food. Located right next to the Marilyn Monroe statue in downtown Palm Springs. The restaurant is headed by Chef Gustavo Carreon who has worked diligently to create a menu that highlights the best that his home country has to offer. Some Clandestino exclusives include stuffed squash blossoms and cochinita pibil. We have 100% outdoor seating.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Mexican
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon–Thu, Sun 12:00–22:00 Fri, Sat 12:00–23:00
  • Phone number
    (760) 699-6222
  • Website
    http://www.clandestinopalmsprings.com/
  • Dress code
    Business Casual

Menu

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What 843 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
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.8Ambience
  • 4.5Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

  • Palm Springs / Palm Desert Cities

    Best Food

  • Palm Springs / Palm Desert

    Best Food

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Clandestino in Palm Springs offers a vibrant dining experience with "fantastic atmosphere" and "excellent service." Known for unique Mexican dishes and inventive cocktails, the menu delights with items like squash blossoms and empanadas. Diners rave about the patio's mountain views and the "great ambiance." A must-visit spot for Mexican cuisine lovers!

843 Reviews

  1. Rick

    VIP

    Los Angeles

    52 reviews

    5.0

    52 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The food and service is always outstanding. I think this restaurant has the best Tex-Mex food in the Palm Springs area.

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  2. Christine

    Montreal

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Really great restaurant. Excellent experience. Food was delicious and original. Service was outstanding. Love the outdoor tables. Will definitely be back.

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  3. Michael

    VIP

    Palm Springs

    16 reviews

    5.0

    16 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Clandestino is one of the best restaurants in Coachella Valley. Their unique spin on traditional Mexican flavors are not to be missed. We think they have the best calamari in the valley and their green pozole is to die for. I'd be remiss if we didn't also mention our favorite server, Cris. She is a delight and is fluent in Spanish so we both enjoy seeing and speaking to her.

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  4. Lisa

    VIP

    Palm Springs

    7 reviews

    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We definitely like it here and come quite often. Our friend thought the short rib taco was a bit overpriced for what he got, he suggested more rice and beans would be a nice filler. My shrimp fajitas were very good as always. My husband is a big fan of the red burrito and loved it once again. Veg nachos are killer

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  5. Charles

    VIP

    Minneapolis

    26 reviews

    5.0

    26 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The restaurant never disappoints. Seated promptly and water was delivered immediately. Francis our amazing server was promptly at the table to greet us and get drink orders and appetizers order. The entire experience was nothing short of amazing. The service spot on and the food was off the chain. Our server is absolutely the best with an awesome personality and her knowledge of the menu and dishes was superior. Our experience was incredible as always. Love Clandestino! ♥️

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  6. Jeff

    VIP

    Palm Springs

    31 reviews

    5.0

    31 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Took a friend from out of town. The food was excellent. The service was excellent. The space is great. It’s always a go to for my friends from out of town.

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  7. gary

    VIP

    Palm Springs

    16 reviews

    5.0

    16 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Clandestino is easily the best Mexican restaurant in Palm Springs. We had the squash blossoms and shrimp enchiladas both were outstanding. We enjoyed the view of Marilyn Monroe behind the restaurant while dining. Our servers and busers were appropriately attentive. Overall great meal. G

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  8. Gael

    Palm Springs

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 14 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Clandestino never fails to deliver in excellence for food and service. Stopped by with a guest for a margarita and steak nachos…..both were excellent. A really large serving of nachos! I live locally and this restaurant is a favorite go to; you won’t be disappointed!

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  9. Cass

    VIP

    Minneapolis

    26 reviews

    5.0

    26 reviews

    Dined on 13 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The food was delicious and service was great ! Loved the stuffed zucchini blossoms. The street tacos were great

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  10. Karla

    VIP

    Orange County

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on 13 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Everything was amazing! I will definitely be back!

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Clandestino is rated 4.8 stars by 843 OpenTable diners.

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2 people
19:00
Booked 50 times today
Google Map for Clandestino

175 N Palm Canyon Dr suite 160, Palm Springs, CA 92262

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    Museum Way
  • Area
    Palm Springs
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon–Thu, Sun 12:00–22:00 Fri, Sat 12:00–23:00
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Mexican
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    None
  • Additional
    Patio/Outdoor Dining
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