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The Tropicale, Palm Springs, CA

The Tropicale

4.7
4.7
10274 Reviews
$31 to $50
Californian

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2 people
19:30
Booked 99 times today
  • Lively
  • Great for creative cocktails
  • Great for outdoor dining
A chic and sophisticated décor provides the setting for our distinctive "world cuisine", a provocative mix of zesty influences that creates a delightful dining experience in Palm Springs, California. Plush high-backed semicircular banquettes surround our dining room and offer comfortable and private seating. The cuisine has a light, exotic feel with an emphasis on Pacific Rim specialties, from Chilean Sea Bass baked in Banana Leaves or Kahlua-Barbecued Pork Chops to all sorts of tasty tapas, salads, wood-fired pizzas, and desserts. The Coral Seas Lounge, a hip mid-century style bar is lined with sexy black leather bar-stools and is reminiscent of the upbeat lounges of old Palm Springs. It wraps around the dining room and leads outside to a lush, tropical, 2000 square foot dining patio where a variety of specialty cocktails and old-school favorites are mixed - an ideal place where friends gather and martinis are sipped under the starlit desert sky.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Californian, Contemporary American, International
  • Hours of Operation
    Brunch Sat, Sun 10:45–14:45 Lunch Wed–Fri 10:45–14:45 Happy Hour Daily 16:00–19:00 Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 17:00–22:00 Fri, Sat 17:00–23:00
  • Phone number
    (760) 866-1952
  • Website
    http://www.thetropicale.com/
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive Chef
    Tony Di Lembo
  • Catering
    Order wonderful Tropicale creations for any occasion. Call, place an order and we will have it ready for pick up. If you'd like to bring in your own special platters we can plate your choice of food and have them ready whenever you'd like.
  • Private party facilities
    Our wonderful patio can be rented out for private functions.
  • Location
    330 East Amado Road, Palm Springs, CA 92262
  • Area
    Palm Springs
  • Cross Street
    Encilia
  • Parking details
    Private parking is available in the back of the restaurant but can be limited. There is also parking available in the Casino parking structure across the street as well as plenty of street parking.
  • Entertainment
    Every Tuesday and Thursday starting at 5:00, it's renowned jazz musician Derrik Lewis and his trio at the keyboard.
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Dog Friendly, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeaway, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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  • The Pupu PlatterUS$42.00

    An exotic combination of Coconut Tiger Shrimp, Thai Chicken Satay, Korean Beef Skewers, Vietnamese Spring Rolls & Shanghai Ribs

    • Bowl of Steamed EdamameUS$19.00

      Tossed in Sea Salt

      • Hawaiian-Style Ahi Poke on a Taro Root ChipUS$23.00

        Pineapple Pepper Slaw - Chile Soy Vinaigrette

        • Iced Big Ass Shrimp CocktailUS$30.00

          Jumbo Selva Prawns - Bloody Mary Cocktail Sauce

          • Moroccan Lamb Meatballs with Warm PitaUS$26.00

            Parsley & Mint Tabbouleh - Garbanzo Hummus - Cucumber Raita

            • Spicy Shanghai RibsUS$22.00

              pineapple chili pepper slaw

              • Basket of Onion RingsUS$19.00

                Dijon Remoulade

                • Firecracker ShrimpUS$23.00

                  Ginger, Garlic & Asian Chili Sauce

                  • Crispy Nori Ahi Tuna RollUS$23.00

                    Pickled Ginger - Wasabi Soy Dipping Sauce

                    • Crispy Tempura Jumbo Selva PrawnsUS$28.00

                      Japanese Pickled Veg - Sriracha Aioli

                      • Thai Grilled Chicken SatayUS$22.00

                        Cucumber Ribbon Salad & Peanut Sauce

                        • Tangerine-Glazed Mandarin CalamariUS$22.00

                          Green Peppers, Ginger & Mandarin Oranges

                          • Spicy Korean-Style Kobe Steak SkewersUS$24.00

                            Citrus Kim Chee - Spicy Peanut Sauce

                            • Crispy Coconut Tiger ShrimpUS$23.00

                              Sweet Pickled Cucumbers - Thai Red Chili Sauce

                              Last updated: 22 March 2024

                              What 10,274 people are saying

                              Overall ratings and reviews

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

                              4.7
                              4.7 based on recent ratings
                              • 4.7Food
                              • 4.8Service
                              • 4.8Ambience
                              • 4.3Value

                              Noise • Moderate

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                                Most Booked

                              Review summary

                              AI-generated from verified diner reviews
                              The Tropicale in Palm Springs offers an exceptional dining experience with its "great atmosphere" and "amazing food." Guests rave about the "outstanding service" and delicious cocktails. While prices are on the higher side, the lively ambiance and attentive staff make it a top choice for visitors.

                              10,274 Reviews

                              1. Elizabeth

                                Philadelphia

                                28 reviews

                                4.0

                                28 reviews

                                Dined 1 day ago

                                1. Overall 4
                                2. Food 4
                                3. Service 4
                                4. Ambience 4
                                Nice "Old Palm Spings" ambiance. Delicious food and comfortable for a solo diner.

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                              2. Cecilia

                                New York City

                                36 reviews

                                vip
                                5.0

                                36 reviews

                                Dined 1 day ago

                                1. Overall 5
                                2. Food 5
                                3. Service 5
                                4. Ambience 5
                                We were greeted by the staff as we came in the door. We were seated in a lovely and comfortable booth. Our food was delicious! We topped it off with a yummy Baked Alaska. Our server, Carissa, was wonderful and also, a friendly professional. We look forward to our return. Cecilia

                                1 person found this helpful

                              3. Steve

                                Palm Springs

                                3 reviews

                                5.0

                                3 reviews

                                Dined 2 days ago

                                1. Overall 5
                                2. Food 5
                                3. Service 5
                                4. Ambience 5
                                This is my absolute favorite restaurant in Palm Springs. Always have an amazing time. Our waiter Kai was very friendly and professional.

                                1 person found this helpful

                              4. Margarita

                                Los Angeles

                                4 reviews

                                5.0

                                4 reviews

                                Dined 4 days ago

                                1. Overall 5
                                2. Food 5
                                3. Service 5
                                4. Ambience 5
                                Great ambiance, great service, wonderful experience all around. This was my second time at this establishment and it certainly delivered!

                                1 person found this helpful

                              5. Suzanne

                                Washington DC

                                5 reviews

                                4.0

                                5 reviews

                                Dined 5 days ago

                                1. Overall 4
                                2. Food 5
                                3. Service 5
                                4. Ambience 3
                                Disappointed our party of 6 was seated at a 4-top + an added side chair. 3 people had to sit in 2 spaces. We had added a 6th person to our 6:30 reservation 1.5 hours before and would have expected to be accommodated or told there wasn’t enough space. We are locals who eat at this restaurant on a regular basis.

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                              6. Lydia

                                Palm Springs

                                1 review

                                5.0

                                1 review

                                Dined 6 days ago

                                1. Overall 5
                                2. Food 5
                                3. Service 5
                                4. Ambience 5
                                Cocktails were delicious, service was impeccable, food was great. The crispy goat cheese and beet salad always is our starter and it never disappoints.

                                1 person found this helpful

                              7. Vincent

                                Tampa

                                14 reviews

                                5.0

                                14 reviews

                                Dined 7 days ago

                                1. Overall 5
                                2. Food 5
                                3. Service 5
                                4. Ambience 5
                                The food and the service are consistently good. The atmosphere is lively and fun. This is a great “go to” place anytime I visit Palm Springs.

                                1 person found this helpful

                              8. Richard

                                Palm Springs

                                375 reviews

                                vip
                                5.0

                                375 reviews

                                Dined 7 days ago

                                1. Overall 5
                                2. Food 5
                                3. Service 5
                                4. Ambience 5
                                Great dinner is always great service from our waitress Carissa Highly recommend we are weekly diners. Never a bad meal. 

                                1 person found this helpful

                              9. Robert

                                London

                                13 reviews

                                vip
                                5.0

                                13 reviews

                                Dined 7 days ago

                                1. Overall 5
                                2. Food 5
                                3. Service 5
                                4. Ambience 5
                                Wonderful dinner made even better by our server, Greg. Funny, knowledgeable, and highly efficient.

                                1 person found this helpful

                              10. EllenS

                                Calgary

                                2 reviews

                                5.0

                                2 reviews

                                Dined 7 days ago

                                1. Overall 5
                                2. Food 5
                                3. Service 5
                                4. Ambience 5
                                Had a super fun time at Tropicale. Will highly recommend it!

                                1 person found this helpful

                              FAQs

                              The Tropicale offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (760) 866-1952.

                              The Tropicale is rated 4.7 stars by 10274 OpenTable diners.

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

                              Make a booking

                              2 people
                              19:30
                              Booked 99 times today

                              Order delivery or takeout

                              Google Map for The Tropicale

                              330 East Amado Road, Palm Springs, CA 92262

                              Dining areas

                              Additional information

                              • Cross Street
                                Encilia
                              • Area
                                Palm Springs
                              • Hours of Operation
                                Brunch Sat, Sun 10:45–14:45 Lunch Wed–Fri 10:45–14:45 Happy Hour Daily 16:00–19:00 Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 17:00–22:00 Fri, Sat 17:00–23:00
                              • Price
                                $31 to $50
                              • Cuisines
                                Californian, Contemporary American, International
                              • Dining style
                                Casual Elegant
                              • Dress code
                                Casual Dress
                              • Parking details
                                Private parking is available in the back of the restaurant but can be limited. There is also parking available in the Casino parking structure across the street as well as plenty of street parking.
                              • Payment Options
                                AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
                              • Executive Chef
                                Tony Di Lembo
                              • Entertainment
                                Every Tuesday and Thursday starting at 5:00, it's renowned jazz musician Derrik Lewis and his trio at the keyboard.
                              • Additional
                                Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Dog Friendly, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeaway, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
                              • Website
                                http://www.thetropicale.com/
                              • Phone number
                                (760) 866-1952
                              • Catering
                                Order wonderful Tropicale creations for any occasion. Call, place an order and we will have it ready for pick up. If you'd like to bring in your own special platters we can plate your choice of food and have them ready whenever you'd like.
                              • Private party facilities
                                Our wonderful patio can be rented out for private functions.

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