Best Restaurants for Afternoon Coffee in Desert Hot Springs

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Palm Springs / Palm Desert

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Palm Springs

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CharmingDog-friendlyFancyGood for business mealsGood for groupsGood for special occasions

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All dining options

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20 restaurants available nearby

1. Eight4Nine

4.7

Exceptional(5213)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Contemporary American • Palm Springs

Booked 100 times today

Join us for Lunch, Brunch or Dinner. Reservations recommended but not necessary. Lounge and bar open all day long for walk-ins. No reservations for lounge or bar. Open 7 days a week.

A photo of Spencer's Restaurant restaurant

2. Spencer's Restaurant

4.7

Exceptional(9426)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• American • Palm Springs

Booked 115 times today

Spencer's is an adult-oriented restaurant. We are sorry but we cannot accommodate children under 12 years old. Spencer's features an ambience that embodies the perfect blend of stylish elegance and comfortable informality. Join us for Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner or Brunch in our newly expanded indoor dining room or our award winning temperature controlled patio. Nestled at the base of the San Jacinto Mountains, Spencer's offers a popular Palm Springs tradition of culinary excellence featuring a fresh approach to classic American cuisine. Locally voted Best Breakfast, Best Sunday Brunch, Best Outdoor Dining, Best Gluten Free, Best Power Lunch, Best Wine List, Best Chef, Best Caterer and Most Romantic, Spencer's is Palm Springs' "it" place for any occasions.

3. The Colony Club

4.3

Awesome(787)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Californian • Palm Springs

Booked 41 times today

We are a California coastal driven restaurant. Located in the iconic Colony Palms Hotel and Bungalows. We welcome you to experience our upscale modern take on California's Coastal fare. Come experience our unique approach on creating a memorable experience with both food and spirits. Our Chef works closely with local farmers to develop an ever-changing seasonal menu that is fresh and contemporary. We look forward to having you dine with us and our newly renovated property. **CASHLESS property** 24 Hour Cancellation Policy Strictly Enforced for Reservations. -

4. Alice B.

4.7

Exceptional(944)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Californian • Palm Springs

Booked 58 times today

Alice B. restaurant and bar from award-winning chefs Susan Feniger and Mary Sue Milliken combines Southern California’s incredible seasonal bounty with Mediterranean-leaning flavors. The culinary vision is a collaborative effort between Feniger, Milliken and acclaimed Executive Chef Lance Velasquez.This unique dining experience is located at Living Out, a luxury resort-style LGBTQ+ active senior community surrounded by spectacular mountain views. Inspired by the extraordinary life of Alice B. Toklas and her life partner Gertrude Stein, the restaurant establishes a vibrant space where culinary excellence, art, and community converge seamlessly. We offer indoor & outdoor seating, plus bar seating. Join us for dinner starting at 4PM. Join us for Brunch on Sat & Sun from 10AM - 2PM & live music on select nights.Mary Sue Milliken & Susan Feniger are the founders of Mundo Hospitality Group, including Border Grill, Pacha Mamas, BBQ Mexicana, SOCALO, and most recently Alice B.

A photo of Lola Rose Grand Mezze restaurant

5. Lola Rose Grand Mezze

4.5

Awesome(158)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• American • Palm Springs

Booked 26 times today

Inspired by the flavor and flair of the Middle East, Lola Rose Grand Mezze is the lively, leisurely signature restaurant at Thompson Palm Springs. Sip and share from sunlight to moonlight with an array of savory spreads, charred meats, fresh seafood, greens and grains paired with a menu of playful cocktails. Open for breakfast, lunch, dinner and Sunday brunch.Our limited late night menu is available in our lounge after 10pm daily! Our kitchen and bar is open until 12AM Sunday-Thursday and 1AM Friday-Saturday. No reservations required.

A photo of Zin American Bistro restaurant

6. Zin American Bistro

4.6

Exceptional(2622)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Contemporary American • Palm Springs

Booked 18 times today

For the past 20 years, Zin has been a popular spot for locals in the downtown area. We offer crafted cocktails, brunch, and dinner. We are proud to have received the Wine Spectator Award of Excellence for our extensive wine list which boasts over 545 selections. In addition to inside bar and table seating we have a beautiful heated and cooled covered patio for outdoor dining.

7. Palm Canyon Swim & Social

4.4

Awesome(47)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• American • Palm Springs

Booked 9 times today

Palm Canyon Swim & Social Palm Springs is an adults-only poolside restaurant and bar serving an All-Day Brunch Menu inspired by California’s abundance of agricultural and culinary diversity, featuring inviting dishes like Hashbrown Chilaquiles, Huevos Rancheros, Fish Tacos, and the Cucumber & Avocado Salad. Our Specialty Cocktail Menu, Draft Beer, and Wine offerings will keep you refreshed while you lounge! Palisociety restaurants and bars (Palisociety Dining Group) are approachable spots that travelers and neighbors frequent on the regular. We create one-of-a-kind spaces where guests can find trusty service and classic, yet playful, seasonal menus that live up to our belief that great food never goes out of style and it’s always 5 o’clock somewhere.

A photo of Lulu California Bistro restaurant

8. Lulu California Bistro

4.3

Awesome(6123)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Californian • Palm Springs

Booked 151 times today

Lulu California Bistro is Palm Springs’ landmark restaurant on world famous Palm Canyon Drive where there’s a lively vibe daily on its streetside patio, covered terrace, bar, and in its indoor dining areas featuring an extensive all day favorites menu, an award-winning three-course weekend brunch, and of course, signature cocktails and wines. The list of accolades awarded to Lulu is all encompassing: best all around restaurant, best brunch, best California cuisine, best dining experience, best outdoor dining, best pet friendly dining, best take out, and best place to hang with friends…all awarded from readers’ polls and editors’ picks over the years. Dining at Lulu is an authentic local experience with its California bistro menu, friendly and warm service, and the energy and excitement of being in Palm Springs’ most popular restaurant because, after all, “there’s always a party at Lulu!”

A photo of Melvyn's at the Ingleside Estate restaurant

9. Melvyn's at the Ingleside Estate

4.6

Exceptional(4235)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Cocktail Bar • Palm Springs

Booked 54 times today

A timeless Palm Springs classic specializing in traditional American Fare with a modern twist. Located in the heart of Palm Springs, in the famous Ingleside Inn, Melvyns Restaurant also features a full bar, dancefloor and piano lounge on a first come first serve basis.

A photo of Sammy G's Tuscan Grill restaurant

10. Sammy G's Tuscan Grill

4.7

Exceptional(3870)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Italian • Palm Springs

Booked 65 times today

Sammy G’s Tuscan Grill is located in the heart of downtown Palm Springs and near some of the city’s most quaint shops and hotels.Established in 2009, Sammy G’s has is open seasonally for Sammy's weekend Brunch and lunch with an innovative menu, blending traditional Italian with California cuisine. Take a break from shopping and dine al fresco for lunch on the newly renovated patio and soak up the gorgeous desert weather, or venture inside and be transported to Tuscany with the restaurant’s rustic charm.Dinner becomes a casual yet elegant event, and traditional Italian favorites mixed with updated classics are on the menu. A semi-private room is available for family gatherings or business events.On Thursday through Saturday nights, the Sammy G’s Lounge becomes an energetic yet intimate place to meet up with friends and dance the night away to live music and enjoy Sammy G’s signature cocktails.

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