Best Casual Restaurants in Desert Hot Springs

great food great ambiance great service - highly recommend

I’m local and invited two out-of-town friends to join me for brunch ~ We were all thoroughly impressed! From the great service to amazing food, topped off with beautiful views of the mountains and rooftop pool (we were seated outside). Glorious and will not hesitate to dine here again - looking forward to trying dinner next time!

We have tried to get reservations for Johannes two or three times. It is very popular and for good reason: a good location and very good food. Johannes seems to look to details both in the food and its preparation and in the dining areas. We were seated in an area adjacent to the kitchen. The ceiling had acoustic baffle tiles to cut down on noise, both from the kitchen and other tables. Definitely a detail most restaurants don't consider. We had a mixed salad that we split; One of us had classic Wiener Schnitzel and one of us had s special Wiener Schnitzel (called Papa's) which was Wiener Schnitzel, topped With Pineapple Sauerkraut, Gruyere & Fontina Cheese, Chives, and Parsley. Both Wiener Schnitzels were perfectly cooked with the breading properly crisp without the meat being overdone. The portions are large. We each took half of the Schnitzel home. For dessert, we split a nice Apple Strudel. The waiter was attentive and helpful. We will be going back to Johannes.

Great new discovery. Veggie friendly with great plant-based burger served with excellent house choice of condiments and unique fries. Ample fresh salad and friendly service in comfortable and fun seating, both inside and out, with own parking. Our new “go to.”

Amazing and friendly staff. Great food presentation. Please bring back some classic menu items like: The Love Letter cocktail and the Langostino Sushi Roll. The service and staff are well trained, attentive, and made my party feel Included and welcomed! Will definitely return when I’m in town