The Tropicale

4.8

10305 Reviews

$31 to $50

Californian

Make a reservation

2 people

Dec 2, 2024

7:00 PM

Booked 74 times today

Lively
Great for outdoor dining
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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Dining areas

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Elegant
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Californian, Contemporary American, International
Hours of operation
Brunch Sat, Sun 10:45 am–2:45 pm Lunch Wed–Fri 10:45 am–2:45 pm Happy Hour Daily 4:00 pm–7:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–11:00 pm
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
Neighborhood
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, Takeout, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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Popular dishes

The Pupu Platter$42.00
An exotic combination of Coconut Tiger Shrimp, Thai Chicken Satay, Korean Beef Skewers, Vietnamese Spring Rolls & Shanghai Ribs
Bowl of Steamed Edamame$19.00
Tossed in Sea Salt
Hawaiian-Style Ahi Poke on a Taro Root Chip$23.00
Pineapple Pepper Slaw - Chile Soy Vinaigrette
Iced Big Ass Shrimp Cocktail$30.00
Jumbo Selva Prawns - Bloody Mary Cocktail Sauce
Moroccan Lamb Meatballs with Warm Pita$26.00
Parsley & Mint Tabbouleh - Garbanzo Hummus - Cucumber Raita
Spicy Shanghai Ribs$22.00
pineapple chili pepper slaw
Basket of Onion Rings$19.00
Dijon Remoulade
Firecracker Shrimp$23.00
Ginger, Garlic & Asian Chili Sauce
Crispy Nori Ahi Tuna Roll$23.00
Pickled Ginger - Wasabi Soy Dipping Sauce
Crispy Tempura Jumbo Selva Prawns$28.00
Japanese Pickled Veg - Sriracha Aioli
Thai Grilled Chicken Satay$22.00
Cucumber Ribbon Salad & Peanut Sauce
Tangerine-Glazed Mandarin Calamari$22.00
Green Peppers, Ginger & Mandarin Oranges
Spicy Korean-Style Kobe Steak Skewers$24.00
Citrus Kim Chee - Spicy Peanut Sauce
Crispy Coconut Tiger Shrimp$23.00
Sweet Pickled Cucumbers - Thai Red Chili Sauce

What 10,305 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

4.7Food
4.8Service
4.8Ambience
4.3Value

Noise • Moderate

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Palm Springs / Palm Desert Cities
Californian
Palm Springs / Palm Desert Cities
Most Booked
Palm Springs / Palm Desert
Californian
Palm Springs / Palm Desert
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.

10,305 Reviews

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Polly
Palm Springs
4 reviews
vip
5.0
4 reviews
Dined today
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
It is always a pleasure to dine at The Tropicale. The service and attentiveness to our needs was spectacular! Our favorite place in Palm Springs
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Sandi
Las Vegas
52 reviews
vip
5.0
52 reviews
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Absolutely love everything about The Tropical! Food, service and lively environment. Best patio in Palm Springs! Our server, Ashley, made our experience incredibly fun - great food recommendations and entertaining banter. Will definately ask to be seated with Ashley again! Always good to see the manager, Michelle, greeting guests and ensuring they are having a good time.
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Lawrence
Chicago
14 reviews
vip
5.0
14 reviews
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
good food and drink good service, is pricy, but we love it
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Diane
Orange County
16 reviews
vip
5.0
16 reviews
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great atmosphere and excellent cuisine. Wait staff very attentive and friendly. Thanks for a great Happy Hour with friends!
1 person found this helpful
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Shoshan
Chicago
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We have been to Tropicale many times w/family & a fun time is always had by all - thanks!
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Eve
Palm Springs
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
Always a fun place. My visiting son and daughter in law came with me last night for Thanksgiving. They had been there once before last year and loved it.
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Rodney
Palm Springs
38 reviews
vip
5.0
38 reviews
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
As always, superb. This is our annual Thanksgiving night dinner tradition and what we especially appreciate it is NOT being strong-armed, like many other desert restaurants, into a prix fixe turkey menu. We ordered from the fabulous Tropicale menu and like it that way!
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Lori
San Francisco
63 reviews
vip
5.0
63 reviews
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
First of all, every time I make a special request for a certain area in the restaurant, they ALWAYS accommodate it, and the hosts and hostesses are always so welcoming, like they're genuinely glad we got there. Nicole, our waitress was so efficient, never intrusive, and spot on with timing and recommendations; just the BEST! We were there on Thanksgiving which, in many restaurants is a bad idea, but the turkey dinner, and all of the other food and the cocktails were just amazing. Tropicale is one of my absolute favorite restaurant in Palm Springs. They NEVER disappoint.
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Annice
Vancouver
6 reviews
5.0
6 reviews
Dined 4 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 3
The food was incredible, just delicious. We had the turkey dinner and the cranberry sauce, stuffing and turkey were the best ever! I also just loved the raspberry lemon-drop cocktail. We can’t wait to return to try some other dishes. Tropicale has an excellent chef - great restaurant and our server, Damon, was exceptional!
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Valerie
Portland
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 4 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The food was absolutely delicious. The ambiance is one of the best in the desert, service was spectacular. Perfect place for our Thanksgiving dinner!
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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 4.8 stars by 10305 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people

Dec 2, 2024

7:00 PM

Booked 74 times today

Order delivery or takeout

330 East Amado Road, Palm Springs, CA 92262

Dining areas

Additional information

Cross street
Encilia
Neighborhood
Palm Springs
Hours of operation
Brunch Sat, Sun 10:45 am–2:45 pm Lunch Wed–Fri 10:45 am–2:45 pm Happy Hour Daily 4:00 pm–7:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–11:00 pm
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, Takeout, 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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The Tropicale

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Dining areas

Additional information

75 Palm Springs / Palm Desert Cities Restaurants to Love This Valentine's Day

Tomahawk Pork Chop

Chocolate Cream Pie

The Pupu Platter

Share Plates

The Pupu Platter$42.00

Bowl of Steamed Edamame$19.00

Hawaiian-Style Ahi Poke on a Taro Root Chip$23.00

Iced Big Ass Shrimp Cocktail$30.00

Moroccan Lamb Meatballs with Warm Pita$26.00

Spicy Shanghai Ribs$22.00

Basket of Onion Rings$19.00

Firecracker Shrimp$23.00

Crispy Nori Ahi Tuna Roll$23.00

Crispy Tempura Jumbo Selva Prawns$28.00

Thai Grilled Chicken Satay$22.00

Tangerine-Glazed Mandarin Calamari$22.00

Spicy Korean-Style Kobe Steak Skewers$24.00

Crispy Coconut Tiger Shrimp$23.00

Overall ratings and reviews

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Does The Tropicale offer delivery through OpenTable or takeout?

How is The Tropicale restaurant rated?

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Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

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