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The Tropicale, Palm Springs, CA

The Tropicale

4.7
4.7
10349 Reviews
$31 to $50
Californian

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2 people
19:00
Booked 126 times today
  • Great for outdoor dining
  • Lively
  • Great for creative cocktails
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 10,349 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
                              • 4.6Food
                              • 4.7Service
                              • 4.8Ambience
                              • 4.3Value

                              Noise • Moderate

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                              Review summary

                              AI-generated from verified diner reviews
                              The Tropicale in Palm Springs is a vibrant dining gem known for its "amazing food" and "phenomenal vibe." Guests rave about its "delicious cocktails," lively atmosphere, and attentive service. The outdoor patio is a highlight, offering a charming setting with misters to stay cool. Ideal for special occasions and fun evenings.

                              10,349 Reviews

                              1. samantha

                                San Francisco

                                3 reviews

                                5.0

                                3 reviews

                                Dined 1 day ago

                                1. Overall 5
                                2. Food 4
                                3. Service 5
                                4. Ambience 5
                                We had a party of 10 and the service was amazing. We’ve been to Tropicale tons of times and every time the staff is amazing. The drinks are giant and tasty. Thanks for a great time.

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                              2. Denise

                                VIP

                                Palm Springs

                                17 reviews

                                3.0

                                17 reviews

                                Dined 1 day ago

                                1. Overall 3
                                2. Food 3
                                3. Service 5
                                4. Ambience 5
                                The service was good and attentive but the food was marginal, at best.

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                              3. Caroline

                                VIP

                                Palm Springs

                                19 reviews

                                5.0

                                19 reviews

                                Dined 1 day ago

                                1. Overall 5
                                2. Food 5
                                3. Service 5
                                4. Ambience 5
                                Ranz & Tony have the most festive restaurant in the entire Coachella Valley! Best martinis, food and service around! We don’t feel like we arrived in Palm Springs until we dine @Tropicale 🏜️

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                              4. Robert

                                Central Coast

                                2 reviews

                                4.0

                                2 reviews

                                Dined 1 day ago

                                1. Overall 4
                                2. Food 4
                                3. Service 5
                                4. Ambience 3
                                Server and staff very good. Table too small didn’t care for it. I felt like needed a booster seat. Folks across from us had a dog and caused a bit of ruckus and their conversation was too crazy for dinner talk. Food was good though

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                              5. OpenTable Diner

                                Los Angeles

                                1 review

                                1.0

                                1 review

                                Dined 3 days ago

                                1. Overall 1
                                2. Food 1
                                3. Service 1
                                4. Ambience 1
                                Horrible place .I will not come back and will not recommend to nobody .Everything was awful from beginning till the end .Cherry on pie was when I order chicken and they brought me raw chicken 🤢 it was raw but with a lot of palm oil on it 😫 it smells so bad , I still feel sick!!

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                              6. Susan

                                Los Angeles

                                5 reviews

                                5.0

                                5 reviews

                                Dined 3 days ago

                                1. Overall 5
                                2. Food 5
                                3. Service 5
                                4. Ambience 5
                                We had such a lovely Christmas dinner experience! The food was lovely- we had the shareables pupu platter, southern fried chicken, the salmon, and the beet salad- finished off with the baked alaska..which was a beautiful experience! The ambiance was so Palm Springs- and the cost was a little over the top but worth it in the end;)

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                              7. Carlos

                                Chicago

                                18 reviews

                                5.0

                                18 reviews

                                Dined 3 days ago

                                1. Overall 5
                                2. Food 5
                                3. Service 5
                                4. Ambience 5
                                Amazing food and phenomenal service!! One area of improvement, ADA accessibility needs some work. Clear signage for wheelchair needed and tables need to not be stationary.

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                              8. Tom

                                VIP

                                New York City

                                230 reviews

                                5.0

                                230 reviews

                                Dined 3 days ago

                                1. Overall 5
                                2. Food 5
                                3. Service 5
                                4. Ambience 5
                                A visit to Palm Springs on Christmas means a dinner at Tropicale where you can count on creative cuisine, excellent service, a vibrant atmosphere. We shared the Korean Steak Skewers, that were perfectly cooked. The Steamed Edamame always hits the spot. The tasty Veggie Pizza was loaded with an assortment of vegetables topped with goat cheese. The Carmel Tart was a great ending to a fine meal. Thank you Kai for your suggestions and attentiveness! We will be back!

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                              9. David

                                VIP

                                Boise

                                93 reviews

                                2.0

                                93 reviews

                                Dined 3 days ago

                                1. Overall 2
                                2. Food 2
                                3. Service 1
                                4. Ambience 4
                                Very disappointed. Been going here for years on Christmas, and never had a worse experience. First we were seated next to a party that clearly had a few drinks before they showed up. One very loud obnoxious guy greeted everyone who walked by. We moved, then waited at least 10 minutes before someone finally came to start our order. He was very attentive to others, and it is clear that the wait staff gives plenty attention to friends and those they know. Had the oysters and shrimp appetizer. 6 measly little tasteless oysters for $36. Had two pizzas--the Hawiian was good, but why did the NY cheese have some kind of spice in it? Tasted terrible. We'll go somewhere else next year, but I have no doubt we won't be missed.

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                              10. Peter

                                VIP

                                San Francisco

                                116 reviews

                                4.0

                                116 reviews

                                Dined 3 days ago

                                1. Overall 4
                                2. Food 4
                                3. Service 4
                                4. Ambience 5
                                The restaurant was absolutely great in accommodating a party of nine on Christmas day. The food was very good, the choices were enough to have everyone find something they could enjoy. If there was any negative it was the prices were way too much. (deserts averaged in the mid $20's) our bill for 4 adults and 5 kids (under 12) was 4 figures.

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                              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 10349 OpenTable diners.

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

                              Make a booking

                              2 people
                              19:00
                              Booked 126 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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