Ever since I moved to the Valley in 2019, Alps Village has been one of my favorite places to eat. It offers a comfortable, homey atmosphere, plenty of parking, and a great location. The food is excellent with a wonderful variety of options, and the service is always attentive and friendly. I have never had anything less than a great meal there. I highly recommend adding Alps Village to your dining plans, whether you are a local resident or just visiting. read more

Very appreciative of this place being in our little desert area! I brought my grandmother here, who is from Germany, as a birthday surprise earlier this month. She absolutely loved it & it was very great to see that not just the menu selection, but the actual food itself was truly authentic I got the bratwurst sandwich for my own nostalgia, which was perfectly made. Really enjoyed the homemade ketchup. My grandmother got the Jäger Spätzle with crispy onions on top. It was incredible!! We got the white cake to-go, which was pretty dang good. The staff was so sweet, kind, & really made the meal feel like a treat in itself! It's such a cute place. If it wasn't hot outside, sitting on the patio would be really nice to do in the future. The only thing that I really hope they bring back is a breakfast menu, because I can only imagine how great it would be. Also, breakfast is pretty much the same across the desert, very generic. Or trying to be unique (for a price). Authentic breakfast from this region of Europe would be a nice change. read more

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Alps Village never misses! If you're looking for authentic German food, Alps Village is the place. The ambiance and staff are amazing. Every visit is consistently incredible, and this time was no exception. We started with the Oktoberfest Pretzel and the Urnebes, and both were absolutely phenomenal. The pretzel was perfectly done, and the Urnebes was packed with flavor. My husband and daughter ordered the Grilled Sausage Platter, which is a solid 10/10 every single time. It's one of those dishes you keep coming back for because it's just that good. My daughter's boyfriend ordered the Lamb Chops, and they were fall-off-the-bone amazing--tender, flavorful, and cooked to perfection. I had the Spicy Gypsy Schnitzel Veal, and all I can say is wow. It was completely out of this world. The veal was perfectly prepared, and the spicy gypsy sauce took it to another level. And I can't leave out the Lemon Breeze. It is everything. Hands down, the best drink I've ever had--refreshing, delicious, and the perfect complement to an incredible meal. Alps Village just nails it every time. Amazing food, amazing drinks, service and a consistently fantastic dining experience. We'll definitely be back! 10/10 -- Highly recommend! read more

I've never been a lover of German food. Clearly there's good reason we have just one German restaurant in the Coachella Valley, dozens of Italian and French options. Last night was a friend's birthday. We gave him several dinner options; he decided on German. Showed up at Alps Village around 6 PM. It was fairly busy. Apparently, they have a loyal following. I struggle with many meats. I typically opt for seafood. While they have an extensive menu there are limited seafood choices. I decided on their octopus schnitzel. Octopus Schnitzel breaded and fried octopus tentacles, side of tartar sauce and lemon wedge, served with your choice spätzle, mashed or ripped potatoes I got two pieces of octopus tentacles. Both were heavily breaded and fried. They were dry, chewy. The tartar sauce was just not enough to moisten this dry dish. It needed a red sauce. Paid close to $40. for this. Clearly a bad value and a mistake I shall never again make. The mashed potatoes needed pepper and salt. They also needed to be hotter. They did give me tons of mashed potatoes. Guess potatoes are far cheaper than octopus, so they provide a cheap way to fill the plate. There was some tasteless red cabbage slaw on the plate. Guess it added color? Did not add taste. Service was okay. Decor was German kitsch. I did have a fair martini (gin) and a German Chocolate Cake martini for dessert. Alcohol can numb the effects of bad food. Guaranteed I shall never dine here again. For what they charge there are far better options in the Coachella Valley. read more

Alps Village - Octopus Schnitzel - German Near Me - Palm Desert, California

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What a cool spot in the Coachella Valley! It's a German/European/Mediterranean spot in Palm Desert and it seems pretty authentic to me. The food was hearty and flavorful, and the atmosphere friendly and inviting. We had the sausage appetizer and it was super flavorful and snappy. The wienerthingy was crispy and tender with a robust mushroom gravy. Do sleep on the deserts either, all homemade with love. I will be back! read more

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We arrived shortly after opening and were able to be seated immediately! Sort of concerning at first but shortly after the restaurant started filling up. Very nice restaurant and the staff were very engaged with the clientele! Food was served very quickly and everything was delicious and authentic as well. Restaurant has a German feel to it with the wall murals. Would definitely return! read more

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We dined at Alps Village on 10/7/2026. Always such a wonderful experience. We've been going since 2016. Always fantastic cuisine, and the staff is so attentive. What a great family they have, and a great story. We always have leftovers to take home, as the portions are so generous. We love Alps Village. Todd R. read more

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Came here for a group outing on a Friday evening with a reservation (this place was quite busy, so would definitely recommend making a reservation). There are three dining areas at the restaurant - one outside and two inside. Service and Staff: - Our waitress was helpful in making sure we had everything we needed, answering our questions, etc. Food an Drinks: - Bolognese: I'm not a big fan of German food, so I was debating between the bolognese and burger. The bolognese was simple, but filling and tasty - Jagerschnitzel: filling, tasty, and hit the spot - Alps Skewer: comes with chicken or shrimp. The display is kind of fun with the chicken hanging on the skewer Miscellaneous: - Plenty of parking via a parking lot that wraps around the restaurant - Good for small and larger groups (our group had nine people) - Check out the fun wine barrel chairs read more

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We've eaten here several times and have had some good meals and fantastic service. Alps Village lets you experience authentic flavors of Europe, especially the rich and diverse flavors of German and Balkan cuisine. The décor and atmosphere are rustic, cozy, and take me back to the gasthaus experiences when visiting my relatives in Deutschland (Germany). Parking is aplenty in their private lot. NOTE: They do close for the summer months, so check their website (www.alpsvillage.com) for details. SERVICE: On almost all of our visits, Z ("Zarinka") has been our waitress, but the entire staff is friendly and assists as one big team. DRINKS: They have a full bar and some delightful beers on tap, and selections of domestic and foreign beers in bottles. FOOD: I will say that our first experience was only okay (excellent service, but average food). Our return visits were due to my Yelp friend, Dennis W.'s review and insistence that it was worthy of another try. I'm glad we did, as repeated follow up visits provided us a chance to try many different menu items, and we've now found dishes more suited to our palates. We've tried the Jagerschnitzels, pork and veal, each was served with spatzele and literally a fork full of red cabbage (suggest to chefs that a little more be served). We also ordered a side of the cucumber salad, which was prepared a little differently than most German restaurants (and what I grew up with), but tasty, nonetheless. My mother-in-law had an appetizer portion of chicken wings, which were good. Some of the other dishes we've tried are Goulash Soup, Schnitzel a la Holstein, Octopus Schnitzel, Lamb Chops, and Cheeseburger. Everything is well prepared, and most are quite tasty. Desserts are excellent as well, and due to the size of the entrees, they can easily be shared. Consistent excellent service, good food, and reasonable prices bring us back time and time again. Thanks Alps Village! read more

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Delicous, hearty dinner at Alps Village did not disappoint. I ordered the Stuffed Cabbage Rolls with Spätzle (like tiny dumplings) which were rich and savory. On a whim, I also ordered a serving of the White Cake to go; what a delicious, frothy confection incluing fruits and nuts. Ambiance is half European restaurant, half happy hour spot. Service was friendly; however, I specifically asked my server to check me in on the reservation app I used to book my spot at the bar. He didn't, which then causes problems with the app. Otherwise, great experience. Free ample parking in the lot. read more

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Stopped by Alps Village in Palm Desert and ordered an Ožujsko beer along with the ćevapčići served with lepinja bread, kajmak, and roasted potatoes. The ćevapčići were juicy and well seasoned, cooked just right and perfect with the soft lepinja bread. The kajmak was rich and creamy and paired really well with both the meat and the roasted potatoes. The potatoes were crispy on the outside and soft inside, making the plate feel complete. The Ožujsko beer was cold and refreshing and fit the meal perfectly. The atmosphere felt relaxed and authentic, especially if you enjoy Balkan food and drinks. Service was friendly and welcoming, making it an easy place to settle in and enjoy a proper meal. Zrinka, the owner is the most kindest person and a delight. read more

Alps Village - German Near Me - Palm Desert, California

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I love coming here. The food is amazing. The service is great! It's such a treat to come here when I visit. I hate to tell people how great this place is because next time I go I don't wanna wait an hour in line. read more

Alps Village - Just Sausages - German Near Me - Palm Desert, California

So we finally had the opportunity to try this German restaurant which I was impressed & pleased with what we had! I ordered the pretzel with the cheese spread to start off with which was very good! The pretzel was very soft inside & had a nice crisp finish on the outside! Loved it! For the main course I ordered the beef goulash with the spaetzel noodle which had a nice pan seared to it & paired nicely with the goulash! I still had some pretzel left & I used to dip in the goulash! To finish of I ordered the apple strudel which came with vanilla ice cream! The servings/portions were pretty big but we thoroughly enjoyed our meals! Overall good experience & enjoyed the ambiance. The service was very good & friendly! Our server with the nice Eastern European accent was great & I really liked her,! I think we will surely return! read more

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We are very judgmental when it comes to German food but this hit the spot. The mustard is to die for and the cavepcici is divine. The staff is very friendly. Make sure to make a reservation because this place is a must! read more

Best kept secret in Palm Desert. The most delicious German/Austrian food in a beautiful European setting. Hidden in a quiet building, Alps menu is bountiful. Goulash, Wienerschnitzel, sausage, cabbage rolls, so much more. Try and save room for the apple strudel and German chocolate cake. Family run warm service. read more

Alps Village - Alps Village Restaurant Week featured entrees - German Near Me - Palm Desert, California

First time here today for Restaurant Week. I made reservations ahead of time for 5 pm. We were seated immediately. Service was excellent & friendly. Cute decor. Restaurant isn't too big. For some reason, I've never been here. My mom brought Oma a few times. I'm part German but it's honestly not my favorite food. Our server was fantastic. She said she'd put in a drink order I'd like & it was a good peach martini. My husband enjoyed his espresso martini. I had the chicken cabbage soup which was tasty. My husband had the sourdough Bavarian pretzel. It was perfect. I had chicken schnitzel with mashed potatoes & it was perfectly prepared. My husband had goulash & he really enjoyed it. Portions are big. We both had to ask for take out boxes. To finish, we both had the Apple strudel which was very underwhelming. Aldi actually has a MUCH better strudel in their frozen section that you can bake at home. Overall, we had a great visit. I'm glad we stopped in for Restaurant Week. read more

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Having lived in Croatia, I'm always very happy to find Balkan food in the States. Alps Village has that, along with German food, in a big menu. I've been here twice and everything was delicious. Generous portions too. The service is warm and inviting. Z makes you feel like a regular. Ambience is casual and comfortable. read more

We've been regulars for many years. During the lockdown I had dreams of drinking and eating there with my family. It's the favorite spot for my brothers and I to get together. The ladies that run it are the main reason why. They expect nothing but the best for their customers and it shows. The place is clean, friendly, and inviting. The drinks and food complement each other perfectly and there really isn't a bad offering. read more

I have been trying this restaurant many times. They pretend to be as German and /or Austrian/Hungarian food. They have few dishes that could be called as German or Austrian and perhaps Hungarian dishes, although they are not. They have the names of these ethnic dishes but are too far tasteless of real food related to them. They some dishes that worse to try, but that is a different story. As for me personally I would not recommend this place, one of my friends likes to go there, everyone has different taste, so you can try for yourself. read more

Top experience with door dash from here recently! Bear in mind, I have dined here in the restaurant and really enjoy the food but you never know how takeout will be. They packaged everything perfectly! Each dish came with sauce on the side so nothing was soggy. It also tasted just like dine in once we poured the sauce on. Can't miss with any schnitzel dish and I love the chicken and cabbage soup too! If you can't make it in and order delivery, rest assured the quality will be there with the thoughtful packaging! read more

The chicken paprikash with spaetzle was amazing. Incredibly tender chicken in a delicious sauce. The ripped potatoes are good, but I would have liked a dipping sauce. The kids loved their cheese pizza. Hubby thought the bratwurst sandwich was just OK. Good service. read more

If you've ever wanted to feel like you've accidentally stumbled into a Bavarian block party via an unmarked strip mall, Alps Village is your place. Seriously, this restaurant is tucked so far in the back of the plaza that I felt like I was entering a foodie speakeasy. Password: Bratwurst. Once inside, though? BOOM. The place is absolutely popping. Lively, warm, and bustling like Oktoberfest got lost and decided Palm Desert was close enough. The staff? Amazing. The kind of amazing where you half-expect someone to offer you free refills on life advice. I started with a GIANT PRETZEl and I do mean giant. This thing was so big I considered naming it and giving it its own chair. Then came my bratwurst sandwich, which looked modest until it arrived and turned out to be roughly the size of a small dachshund. And the twice-baked/fried potatoes? I don't know who in that kitchen sold their soul to make potatoes this good, but it was worth it. And the boot of beer...yes, an actual glass boot paired perfectly with everything. I'm convinced drinking out of footwear makes beer taste better. Scientists, get on this. Prices? Perfectly matched with the portions and the stellar service. We basically rolled ourselves out of there and immediately declared this a mandatory stop every time we're in Palm Desert. Make reservations PLEASE !! You won't regret it. My only regret: no room for dessert. I saw the dessert tray go by and it took every ounce of willpower not to chase it like a cartoon character floating after a pie. Bottom line: Go. Eat. Drink. Pretzel. Boot. Happiness. read more

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A delicious dinner with great company! My friends and I visited on a Friday evening.. we sat out on the patio, which was perfect for late May! This was a return visit for me but first for my group.. what a treat! Everyone raved about their selections. We shared several items, all in agreement of amazing flavors and generous portions. Our server was Zee, who as a delight! She was not only taking care of our table but genuinely conversed with us! Same with the rest of the team. I can't wait to be back!! This is one place that is a must during Restaurant Week, or any occasion! 10/10! A+++ read more

Alps Village - Chicken Schnitzel- soooo good!! - German Near Me - Palm Desert, California

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I was blowing away with the food and service. This was my first time eating at German restaurant and I didn't expect such amazing food. Jessica, our server was fantastic Greeting us right away. manager was also great. They had great German beer. Such an awesome place! read more

This charming little restaurant tucked away in a business type mall is wonderful. I've been wanting to try it for quite some time - and we were invited by friends for dinner there last night. 1st and most important- the food was so delicious. Our party had the wienerschnezel with their cranberry sauce, jagerschnezel, Mama's stuffed cabbage rolls, and the pork chop. We followed the meal with two orders of the apple strudel. Service was terrific. The maitre'd, I believe his name was Ed - was warm and welcoming. The servers were cordial and efficient - obviously used to brisk and hungry crowds. They have two dining rooms with outdoor seating as well. The vibe in the 1st dining room was on the louder side and fun - reminiscent of a cozy alpine pub. The vibe in the back dining room seemed much more subdued and quieter. The patio dining area looked very welcoming - but it was a bit too windy and hot outside for my taste. Parking was easy breezy! Can't wait to visit again! read more

Hidden gem. Came here on a whim Monday night. Highly recommend making a reservation, this place gets pretty busy. They have outdoor seating- great for warm evenings. Interior has a rustic feel. Service was great. We ordered beer and appetizer - bratwurst pizza; followed by Veal Medallions (tender), Chicken Paprikash (tasty), and Pork Schnitzel (yum); and of course dessert, German Chocolate Cake - moist and delicious. We were rolling out the restaurant!! read more

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Challenging to find German/Bavarian cuisine, so a nice treat to find this place. Delicious food. Save room for the apple strudel! Place gets packed on Friday night and service can be a tad slow, but is very friendly. Would come again! read more

Not as good as it used to be. Dried out, bland food. The owner is a doll, but that's the only good thing. Have been here many times and sad to see it decline like this. read more

We've been several times and its been great each time. Menu is large, food is good and filling, service is good the owner is very friendly, the place is really busy. You'll need Reservations for sure. Not many of these authentic Greman/Serbian restraunts left in our area. The decor has a western theme in a spacious room, maybe it was like that when they bought it. read more

Food is okay but lacks authentic German cuisine in most dishes. Service is always good. Atmosphere and ambience is pretty authentic. I grew up eating German food and I'm more critical than most. read more

Been here few times and enjoyed oursleves. Food is good, busy for dinner so we have waited to get seated even with reservation. But last time, our reservation was cancelled out of the bloom last minute. Umm not sure what happened there but I can guess. So good food, lively, but unreliable. read more

Wonderful food, great service nice ambience, sitting out on the patio! Try the mushroom gravy with Yeagers schnitzel and you will not regret it! They even have a gluten-free version of spaetzle read more

Great spot, good food - terrible music from 80's?! Why have crap music. Service was good. Prices up there. Ambiance visually really nice. But, the music, did I mention? Absolutely terrible! No music would be 110% better read more

Alps Village - Ate the whole thing! - German Near Me - Palm Desert, California

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What a gem! We found this place because we were looking for somewhere for dinner after a full day in the sun watching tennis in Indian Wells. We got a cold beer - the seasonal IPA. It was delicious and definitely hit the spot! We also ordered two different schnizels off the menu: Jagerschnitzel with spatzel and the Spicy Gypsy Schitznel -- they were kindly able to accommodate switching the side to ripped potatoes. They give really hearty portions! I thought that the jagerschnitzel had a bit of flour or cornmeal flavor? Maybe from the thickening agent?? My partner, who is German, said that he preferred the breading to be more fluffy breadcrumb-like. Their breading is thicker, maybe cornmeal based. That said, I liked it and thought that it was very crispy. I preferred the Spicy gypsy sauce more than the jagerschnitzel sauce. The spicy gypsy is like a spicy marinara sauce, but with more veggies! Sides are great too! I liked the ripped potatoes. They are like crispier homestyled potatoes. My partner really liked how fried the spatzel is. Overall, we love this place and would like to come back when we are next in town! read more

Absolutely love this place. I have had most items on the menu and they are truly all amazing.

We came back again for our second time, never disappoints. I am actually from Vegas so this is my go to when I visit my boyfriend in Indio. He knows I really like this place! This time we decided to try the pizza, we got the bbq chicken gluten free one. And I got the same gluten free chicken cutlet meal with mash potatoes again! The pizza was very good, bbq was not over powering and the chicken was cooked perfectly on top of the pizza. Some gluten free pizza I am picky with but they made this pizza just right. They also had alcohol free beer so I was able to have that while he had a real beer. I don't drink so it's nice to just enjoy this. I will be back in Feb :) read more

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Mom and Pop place is jampacked to the gills every time I've been. The food is delicious and comforting. The drinks are generous and the atmosphere is fun. I usually get the appetizer that's little sausages with this house made almost like pita bread, and then a side of the sauce that comes on the schnitzel, but they were out this time which was such a disappointment. But it did cause me to venture outside and try something else. I got The schnitzel and it was so stinking good. That sauce is just... Delicious and I want to spread it on everything. If it's dipable I'm putting it in that sauce. If I'm gonna knock anything it's at the prices are a little bit expensive. I'm sure it has to do with the quality of food that you're getting but four of us ate and had some drinks and it was like $300 after tip. And it's not fancy by any means. Comforting and good Still my favorite place to go anytime we come out to Palm Desert. read more

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Superb German food with excellent menu. The real thing! And personal engaging and attentive service. read more

Nice ambiance, large portions and friendly employees. Best pretzel I've ever had. Easy parking. They have misters on the patio which helped on the 105 degree day. read more

Go! This is a FANTASTIC place to dine & have fun! My friend suggested it as he has been several times and what a great experience! I had no idea this place existed. From the moment you greeted by the owner at the host stand you feel like you're visiting into somebody's home and you're treated with great care and greeted with a warm smile. Our server, Z worked the whole dining area, always had a smile on her face, and you generally felt that she cared about everyone. She took the proper time to check in with us. We never felt rushed. She made some great suggestions when we had questions and when the food arrived......YUM! YUM! YUM! It felt like someone had freshly made it, (which I heard they did) and it was absolutely delicious. The mashed potatoes were my favorite. They were the perfect blend of whipped texture and taste - not too salty not too bland.I ordered the Schnitizel with chicken and it was perfectly cooked. It was not greasy. It was not bland. It was not over seasoned. I highly recommend if you live in Coachella Valley to go to this restaurant as well as if you ever have people visiting take them here the ambience the service the food is fantastic. I feel so proud to support a local business when they are so amazing. read more

Alps Village - The veal medallions - German Near Me - Palm Desert, California

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