CJ's Diner

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Craving a Monte Cristo sando but not not in the mood to go into Disneyland? Are you close to or willing to drive to Palm Desert? If so, head over to a hidden gem called CJ's Diner. This joint has great service and has that diner vibe. It seems to be popular amongst the locals which tells one a lot! Most of all, their Monte Cristo sandwich is one of the best I have ever had. It's deep fried which is a prerequisite. Their batter is different than what you'll find @ Cafe Orleans. In fact, some may prefer it more since it's lighter. The meat to cheese ratio was well balanced and the jam was a perfect complement to the sandwich. Along with the sandwich, you have a choice between the house potatoes or hash browns. Their house potatoes were just ok and could have used a bit more salt. The next time I go there, I will give their hash browns a go. read more

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Raylene M.

Wow, what a compliment! Thank you.

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Terry E.

8 months ago

What a pleasant find! CJ's Cafe was truly great. Good food and nice atmosphere. My wife and I felt really appreciated. We'll definitely be back! read more

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Kellie N.

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Looking for a great local breakfast spot for breakfast then look no further. The BEST service! Everyone was so helpful and friendly. Always made sure our coffee and water were filled. Helen is the sweetest. The food was great. I had the standard sausage ( patties) and eggs with the crispiest hash browns. So good. When I asked if I could get a biscuit for my toast option our server responded with, " We can do anything here at CJ's." Love it. We were celebrating our friends birthday and they brought her the best and biggest slice of decadent chocolate cake and they all sang to her. If weather permits highly recommend the patio. Great shade form the surrounding trees/ plants and shelters nicely from the wind. Was a bit breezy on this day but the trees blocked it perfectly. So if you're looking a diner type/ mom and pop spot this is your jam. read more

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Raylene M.

Wow, thank you! You didn’t leave anything out. We appreciate all you…

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A cute Country cafe in the middle of industrial buildings....great for breakfast & lunch.....big portions too....the staff is very friendly & will quickly get you seated, & fed.... I believe the place is full of locals..... and probably lots of tourist too.... Parking is crazy, but keep circling you will find a spot.... They have added seating since Covid so that helps.... read more

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Isaac B.

1 year ago

The food was great and they had awesome chocolate chip pancakes Service was great and workers were friendly read more

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Raylene M.

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Al H.

1 year ago

The service is great the food is great the parking is great it's a great place to eat breakfast lunch I don't know about dinner but they're great it's worth the trip read more

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Will E.

1 year ago

Very friendly staff in a nice and bright dining space. Ham steak and eggs is my go to and it didn't disappoint. My wife had the smoked salmon and was happy with it. With a 20% tip it came to $78 for breakfast which I think is on the expensive side. read more

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Anne C.

10 months ago

Breakfasted there twice . Good food, nice people, good value. Would go back again for sure.

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Donna E.

2 years ago

We had breakfast at CJ's and were pleasantly surprised. Food and service was great. No complaints.

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Raylene M.

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Thomas E M.

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Are you looking for a good place to go to on a Sunday morning? Do you like small family owned places? Do you like gravy on your biscuits? Do you enjoy gravy on your eggs Benedict? If you've answered, yes to any of these questions then this place is worthy of your time and attention. we went on a very busy Sunday morning after church, and we left full, happy, and willing to return. read more

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Jasmine A.

2 years ago

Once you find it, you'll be glad. Friendly, great diner breakfast selections and reasonably priced. We were only a mile away and rather in a hurry due to a tee time. The meals came out quick but didn't taste hurried or heated up. They have a lite menu which is great and can customize the cooking (I wanted extra crispy fries which were perfect). I had the chicken wrap with sun dried tomatoes and it was delish! Definitely recommend and will return on our next visit. read more

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Raylene M.

Thank you!

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Rosemary D.

2 years ago

We love this hidden gem. We found it through Yelp years ago and now go there every time we're in town. Food is good, staff is unbelievable at how nice they are. You're not just a number. They treat you like they're so glad you came. Not many family places like this anymore. read more

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D B.

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2 years ago

This little diner is tucked out of the way in an industrial area. We sat on the patio which was nice. The service was friendly. I had an omelette with hash browns and my husband had a chicken wrap. Everything tasted good but it was very overpriced. My omelette was not very big and it was $21! read more

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Paula D.

2 years ago

Biscuits & gravy was cold. Prices are pretty high so probably won't be coming back. Service is good.

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Raylene M.

We appreciate your feedback. You can also tell your server and give…

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PT H.

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We came upon this place through Yelp! My friends had been coming to the Marriott Desert Springs for 10+ years and never stumbled on this cute little quaint restaurant. My friend ordered a bunch of a la carte from the sides, another ordered the French Toast and I ordered the Monte Cristo - to sum it up they were all DELICIOUS! Our waiter, Antonio, was very attentive to our orders especially the friend that needed extra careful with her orders, he was super sweet and personable too. This is a place that we'll be going to every time we come out here. read more

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Tess L.

1 year ago

Absolutely adore the feel of this place!! Helen made my visit feel so cozy like I was eating at a relatives house. Absolutely will be coming back next time I'm in town! The biscuit was amazing. read more

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Raylene M.

Thank you, will be sure to share with Helen.

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David D.

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I had breakfast here a few times and was really impressed with the food and the staff My eggs were cooked to perfection. The hash browns were cooked to perfection, nice and crunchy on the outside and just the right texture on the inside. I was pleasantly surprised to see Monte Cristo on the menu. Something I used to serve many times when I was a chef..there's was nice and crunchy on outside.and just plain deliciois. read more

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Raylene M.

David we appreciate your kind words and love the fact that you enjoy…

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Patti B.

2 years ago

Trying some place new. As it was a lovely Spring morning we dined on the patio. We were pleasantly surprised we could get fish and chips at 9:30 am. Our meal was delicious and our servers were efficient and friendly. Sadly we might not have stayed if we had dined inside. The interior carpeting looked dirty and stained. The ladies bathroom needed cleaning...not just tidied up and stocked. read more

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Raylene M.

We appreciate your feedback. The recent change of flooring has…

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Jeff B.

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The food was excellent, service was lacking. Granted, they were busy on a Monday morning, but it was still disappointing. We seemed to have a couple of different servers (did one go on break or leave for the day?) and trying to get our bill proved difficult for some reason. I loved the Monte Cristo though so that made up for almost everything. The place has been well used over the years, but it was clean. Parking can be a bit of a mess since it's at the end of a strip mall. Still, I'll continue to eat here when I'm in the area. It has a great breakfast vibe. read more

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Raylene M.

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Mark H.

1 year ago

Cjs Diner has excellent breakfast choices. Our Waiter Antonio was very professional and friendly. I highly recommend this restaurant for breakfast or lunch. read more

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Ken G.

2 years ago

Good food choices for breakfast and lunch. Really outstanding diner. Friendly staff . Highly recommend!!! Enjoy the Patio if the weather permits! read more

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Raylene M.

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Janet G.

1 year ago

We are regulars and really enjoy the food, patio and service. Just avoid the salmon sandwich - it was not a normal piece of salmon and totally inedible. read more

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Jonne S.

2 years ago

9-10-24 I went there for breakfast last Tuesday. They're special with chorizo and eggs which I ordered. That's all I had that day and that night I woke up sick as a dog throwing up all night. I called them next day. And they told me the owner would call me back,which he never did. This is really bad!!! UPDATE 9-13 So the owners wife called me yesterday. Told me that they took the same batch of chorizo and made it up with eggs and gave it to all their employees! Seriously who would do this and put their employees in a situation like this? She said they were all ok after eating this. That was her way of resolving the problem. Which I don't believe anyone would actually do this. Now I've got a rash all over my back and stomach, so I'll have to go see my doctor. I'm very dissatisfied with their response. read more

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Steven L.

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2 years ago

Tucked away next to industrial type of businesses is this good old American diner many locals know about. Great selections on the menu. Waiters are very attentive and service is Great. read more

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Raylene M.

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Alondra C.

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2 years ago

Amazing service food was grate everyone was so sweet welcoming food presentation was grate will 100% go back again read more

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Raylene M.

We appreciate your taking the time to share your experience. Thank…

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Robert C.

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3 years ago

Fab local diner... off the beaten path. Family owned! Breakfast & Lunch only Good food reasonable prices and comfortable. read more

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Raylene M.

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Judy W.

2 years ago

We loved this place. We found it to be a pleasant atmosphere where locals gather. Our breakfast was delicious, the prices were reasonable, and the owner stopped by our table for a nice chat. We plan to return when we are back in town. read more

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Robin A.

2 years ago

My friend, a local, suggested to go to CJ's for breakfast. I agreed as a Belgian Waffle was on the menu which is what I wanted. I was in town to visit him. Now, the service was excellent. Veronica was our server and pretty much was taking care of a lot of people with efficiency and courteous customer service. The other staff members on the floor could not have been better. BUT.. My Belgian waffle was NOT a Belgian waffle. To the owner, a Belgian waffle is not made with pancake batter in a Belgian waffle shape. A Belgian waffle is crispy on the outside and light and airy on the inside. The "waffle" arrived at my table in the correct shape. But was totally dense on the inside. Clearly the batter was not correct. I would suggest you remove the item off of the menu if you cannot make a proper one. read more

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Raylene M.

We appreciate your feedback back and will look into it.

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Kristin Leigh M.

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Yum! I was surprised that we were able to arrive around 10:00 am on a Sunday and not need to wait. When I am in the area, this is going to be my go-to for breakfast. Everything was delicious. I had the 2+2+2 (two eggs, two pancakes, two bacon). One thing to note: the syrup comes on (rather, under) the pancakes so if you're like me and don't like syrup -- make sure to specify that. One thing that was interesting that my mum noticed: they do not use syrup that contains high fructose corn syrup. I thought that was nice! My husband had the mushroom omelet with hash browns; I had a bit and enjoyed the cheesiness and flavor of it. My mum had the vegetarian omelet. I appreciate that the staff were on top of refills and attentiveness. Great service. Ample outdoor seating and also indoor dining. 2022: 3/100 read more

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Katie H.

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3 years ago

A place for regulars and visitors alike. We walked easily from the Marriott villas. It's a cute, colorful cafe with a Latin vibe. I got a burrito (modified it with no egg, added chorizo and avocado) and home fries. Good portion, a bit messy but tasty and I ate almost the whole thing. Husband got corned beef hash (soooo gooood) with home fries, egg, avocado and toast. He ate everything and wanted a nap Good value and good quality. Looked like they served wine and beer, but we weren't ready to start drinking for the day yet! read more

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patricia h.

5 years ago

Everything about this place is perfect. Service? Mimosa? Ruben sandwich? Happy staff laughing in the kitchen? read more

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CJ's was a nice little gem I found through Yelp on a Saturday morning and it did not disappoint. I was seated right away and the service was excellent! Once I ordered my food it took maybe 10 minutes to come out and boy was it delicious. I will be visiting this restaurant again in the near future. Enjoy! read more

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Kelly L.

3 years ago

Tried a few other breakfast spots but the wait was 45+ minutes. Saw a review on Yelp and decided to come here instead. Its location was more in a commercial area. Large indoor seating and Nice outdoor patio. We were able to get seated and fed in about an hour. Nice to not have to wait long for a good breakfast!! Especially when you have kids. Service was great! Very friendly staff! Made great suggestions. Breakfast burritos were large and steaming hot! We added Chorizo to one of the burritos and it was so good. I would have enjoyed having the potatoes inside my burrito but it was still a wonderful burrito. They were out of Cinnamon Rolls but had the Cinnamon roll french toast. I think this was actually the better option. It had a nice crunch and they even brought out the glaze to put on top. It was a very large portion and delicious. The Monte Cristo had an amazing crunch. Besides Disneyland this was one of the best I have had. My only suggestion would be to add another piece of meat. Otherwise flavor and texture were on point! I gave it a 4 because everything came out super hot and was delicious. The only thing that was not hot but warm was the country potatoes. If they can just make sure those are served hot like everything else I would give a 5! Thank you for the great breakfast and Service! read more

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Raylene M.

Thank you! The feedback was incredible.

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Our breakfast started out a little "iffy" as they tried to work out who our server was. But once we got our coffee and placed our order everything went smoothly. We both got pancakes and bacon. First time in a long time I asked for extra crispy bacon and got it! It was perfect! We would definitely come back next trip. read more

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Keith L.

2 years ago

Good old fashioned breakfast. Not very expensive, large portions. Dining area was clean but nothing special.

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Salma A.

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2 years ago

What can I say?! Came for the food, stayed for the service! Veronica helped us out and will always and forever remember and return to this breakfast place because of her! I'm no easy walk in the park when it comes to ordering but she was able to answer my questions and accommodate my substitutions- and did it with a smile! Thank you Veronica! read more

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Raylene M.

Thank you. Will be sure to share with Veronica, she is a gem as all…

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Faith J.

1 year ago

Super good & classic diner ! A great place for a fun weekend breakfast, lots of options on the menu!

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Paul L.

2 years ago

As a democrat, when I overhear the waitress telling one of her apparent regular customers that she would "offer them a liberal amount of butter, but liberal isn't a word that they like using at their establishment" I would definitely think twice about visiting this restaurant in the future. Beyond that, the food was just okay. read more

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74894 Lennon Pl
Ste H-1
Palm Desert, CA 92260
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(760) 837-9650
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Hours

What time does CJ's Diner open?

CJ's Diner opens at 7:00 AM on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday.

What time does CJ's Diner close?

CJ's Diner closes at 2:00 PM on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday.

Mon-Sun 7:00 AM - 2:00 PM

Payment methods

Does CJ's Diner take credit cards?

Yes, CJ's Diner takes credit cards.

Food & Alcohol

Does CJ's Diner have catering options?

Yes, CJ's Diner does have catering options.

Does CJ's Diner have a drive thru?

No, CJ's Diner does not have a drive thru.

Does CJ's Diner serve alcohol?

Yes, CJ's Diner serves alcohol. Beer & Wine Only

Indoor Amenities

Does CJ's Diner allow dogs?

No, CJ's Diner does not allow dogs.

Does CJ's Diner have TVs?

Yes, CJ's Diner has TVs.

Outdoor Amenities

Does CJ's Diner have bike parking?

Yes, CJ's Diner has bike parking.

Does CJ's Diner have outdoor seating?

Yes, CJ's Diner has outdoor seating options.

Does CJ's Diner have parking?

Yes, CJ's Diner has parking options. Private Lot Parking, Street Parking

Other Amenities

Is CJ's Diner wheelchair accessible?

Yes, CJ's Diner is wheelchair accessible.

Does CJ's Diner have free WiFi?

Yes, CJ's Diner has free WiFi.

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Specialties

Great Breakfast and Lunch Restaurant with patio seating. Friendly dogs welcome on the patio.

History

Established in 2002.

CJ's Diner was originally started out of the need to have a business that a newly widowed Dad could work and be home with his three daughters after school. CJ has been in the food and beverage industry since 1976 and has worked in many different levels of bars, country clubs and restaurants. In approximately 2004 CJ met his wife, Raylene and she joined the restaurant. Over the years we have had many great employees and customers. We are a small family owned business and enjoy it that way.

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I was in town for a convention and opted to stay here rather than the venue. It was quiet and a…read morenice room with beautiful views. The property is gigantic! The room itself had multiple seating areas. There was a couch and coffee table as well as a table and chairs. I loved that there was a seating area on the patio (and that there was a patio) even though I wasn't able to enjoy it this trip. I liked the convenience of having a fridge in the room as well. The bed was comfortable and everything seemed very clean. I would've loved to of had some qtips & makeup remover wipes that have been at other properties I've stayed. There was however a robe available, which I liked. This was a short stay but it was enjoyable.

Checked in on a Wednesday noon-timeframe -- they had our room ready which was nice. There was a…read morebit of a wait to check in as there was a line and 3 people checking people in. We were there for a conference and a group of us showed up around the same time from the same flight. I was a bit let down by the rooms versus the cost.... now hear me out -- i get it theres a pool, golf, some restaurants and to be fair im only here for a conference -- but the rooms need a major upgrade -- first off the doors are heavy and all the rooms all i heard was doors slamming -- especially when we first arrived -- i think the cleaning staff just kept going in and out a room across from us and the dorr slammee 20+ times. Maybe our room was a handcapp assessible room - not sure but we had a tub with all the grab bars and shower. The water was hot, and the room was clean but we were seriously lacking extrra towels, no hand towels, had to ask for more toilet paper, and ran out of shower gel. the bed was comfortable but when it was time to sleep i could hear everything... people upstairs walking in their room or whatver they were doing was the worst - i thought they wre going to fall through! then the people getting back to their rooms late at night and the slamming doors -- i cant! I didnt sleep well. We also hd a very large crack in the door between the door and sdoor sill which not only let sound echo in but also light. Didnt use the pool, but walked around -- they have a koi pond - it needs to be cleaned out - could be nice but clearly needs a good cleaning. We did eat on site at Pizini restaurant and it was okay. Coffee shop was fast, friendly and good! Check out was a pain- I was going to check out with the desk but one lady was doing something at the computer and not waiting on people while two other employees where just with customers - one who was along a bunch of questions about shipping something and the other who was trying to figure out what room he wanted - I waited and waited - orders my uber and finally just walked over to the lady who wasn't helping customers and asked her if I could just give her my keys - she didn't seem to want to take them and said she would give him to the guy who was waiting on the guy who wanted to ship something. - so they need more staff at the check in-out area - there were about 10 people in line when I left. I ended up using the app for check out anyways and the hotel sent me an email thanking me for my stay overall, be prepared to walk a ways to the rooms, and if I wasnt at a conference I definelty wouldnt pay those prices to stay here.

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Porta Via

4.3(573 reviews)

2.5 mi

•$$$

I enjoyed our dinner experience here. Food: I loved the…read moreSeabass entree and the Skirt Steak. The Beet salad was flavorful and the New Paloma cocktail was great. The service was decent and pretty quick. The ambiance was nice since there is a pretty view of the mountains if you get seated outside. We got seated in a nice booth outdoors. It was easy to find parking since there is an open lot. Make reservations at least a couple weeks in advance if you want a good dining time for dinner with 4 people since this place is popular. This was a great way to end our Palm Desert vacation.

This restaurant has such a cute interior and is perfect for pictures! I loved the atmosphere and…read morehow lively it was. The staff were super friendly, checked in on us multiple times, and helped us choose what to order. The Rigatoni Spicy Vodka Sauce was delectable! The pasta was cooked to perfection, and the sauce was rich, creamy, and flavorful. The portion was also quite large, and well worth the price ($26). The Rigatoni Bolgnese was also quite good. The flavor of the ragu is well developed, but a little salty for my taste. The portion was also quite large for the price ($28). I ordered the Spritz'ero and was pleasantly surprised by how much I liked it. It was bubbly and refreshing, and the flavors of the orange and grapefruit came together so well.

The dining room

Mussels

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FARM

4.5(4.8k reviews)

12.0 mi

How do I start? I have 0 negative or even ambiguous feedback for Farm. The food, drinks, service,…read moreand ambiance were 10/10. We got the chicken and waffles, at our server Emmanuel's advice. It was nothing short of amazing. We also shared the Eggs Florentine and subbed the multigrain toast with an English muffin. To me, the English muffin was the star of the show. Emmanuel was so friendly and attentive. We will definitely visit again and request Emmanuel!!

Zoey was awesome she explained the menu. She's so friendly. Bacon Chicken Waffles !! YUMMMread more

One of the inside areas

Poached Baby Pear Salad ;)

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Goat Cheese Brulee Salad ;)

The Fix on El Paseo

3.9(618 reviews)

2.2 mi

In a sea of over-priced, truly average restaurants, there is an oasis in Palm Desert called The…read moreFix. it's just across the street from the El Paseo shops and I can't recommend it highly enough. I've eaten breakfast, lunch and dinner there and it's always been really great and so much better than the glossier name restaurants in the neighborhood. The cooking so great and always feels so clean and hits the spot. I met the owner this trip and he's a warm and charming host. The Fix does close early-ish like all of the Desert so plan accordingly. Trust me, you won't go wrong dining here.

Food -good and reasonably priced. Service-excellent…read more Ambience-casual and fun. Would recommend and I usually hate everything.

Huevos rancheros plus chorizo

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Delicious Mai Tai

Chef Tanya's Kitchen

4.8(609 reviews)

2.8 mi

Locally owned & operated

Women-owned & operated

The BEST vegan desserts in town !!…read more THIS is how vegan desserts should be done Located rt next door to Chef Tanya's kitchen It's so hard to find ones that actually taste good and aren't crazy sweet or falling apart... this place nails it. I got a chocolate vanilla twist and it was PERFECT. Not too much, not overly sweet, just right.

I was quite regular here for a while while my husband went through the vegetarian phase. I remember…read morethe food being a lot better. Today I paid $17 for a hippie sandwich. It has lettuce, cabbage, carrots. And some other kind of sweet white vegetable of some sort and cucumbers, and what they are trying to pass off as avocado lol. When somebody pays $17 for a sandwich, you expected to have a little flavor The bread was dry and falling apart with every bite. It taste tasted sour. I don't know if it's meant to be that way or if it's just because the bread is going bad I'm not sure.. The only flavor I got was some sort of spread that they put on, but I only got the flavor and probably three bites out of half of the sandwich at least if there were some pickled onions or some kind of seasoning or Italian dressing or something that would taste good but it really just taste like raw vegetables. I know that's what it is but again for 17 bucks at least put some seasoning on there so it tastes decentO It'll probably be a while before I come back as I don't live close and there's nothing pulling me here anymore Also, I sat at the ice cream counter for almost 5 minutes, waiting to be served so then I had to go wait on the other side and by that point I didn't even order an ice cream - I wasn't sure how much longer it would take...

Lemon Drizzle Bites

Chocolate Cake

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Classic Potato Salad

Sherman's Deli & Bakery

4.0(2.4k reviews)

1.9 mi

It was a lovely October afternoon in Palm Springs. Tropical Storm Rachel left her damp calling card…read moreacross the Sinoran and Mojave Deserts, the air was clean, temperatures fine. A down-canyon zephyr styledmy thinning locks as we atoo-dined. My commentary this visit is Amercan as Apple Pie. Not just any apple pie, Sherman's deep-dish gluten-free almond flour crust apple pie with a hint of ginger among the apples and subtle almond flaver in the crust. No grid or scired top, this was 1/4 inch all-over crust reflecting the afternoon sun sinking below the San Jacinto Mountains. This could be Your Pie!

Came in on a Monday night after a work day about an hour before closing and had the friendliest…read morewelcome from our server. She was very knowledgeable of the menu. I had the best time with their matzo ball chicken soup. Best chicken soup broth I've ever had! It is soo flavorful. The bbq sandwich was also good but a little one note that i got tired of it fast. They had so much options for cake or pie for dessert that it was overwhelming! I got the chocolate one and it was rich and yummy!

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Flowers outside

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Kareem K.

2 years ago

CJ's Diner is a gem, but what made our experience truly unforgettable was Veronica, hands down the best waitress in the world. From the moment we walked in, she treated us like family. Her attention to detail, warmth, and genuine care made us feel like we were guests in her own home. In fact, we honestly thought she was the owner with the way she went above and beyond for us! The food was also excellent, fresh, flavorful, and satisfying. But as great as the food was, it was Veronica who really made the visit special. If you're lucky enough to have her as your server, you're in for something special. We'll absolutely be back! read more

Deja Vu C.

6 years ago

I was here for my second time since a few years ago.. a lady with blonde hair was my server. I believe her name was Veronica.. this was last Sunday for a late breakfast/lunch. My friend & I did not have to wait in line, we were helped right away, asked if we needed anything else, I love how we were taken care of & the time we received our breakfast. Veronica's service would make me want to come back again! Thank you Veronica & CJs diner. read more

Jessie M.

490

14 years ago

YUM! I love this place and let me tell you there is a reason that they have so many regulars. They offer a relaxed diner environment with excellent service and tasty food. The people are nice and always on top of things. read more

Barkley T.

10 months ago

We met up with our friend at C J's, Raylene!!! Everyone staff member stopped by our table to say "hello"! Many years visiting for us! Omelet and Monte Cristo is highly recommended!!!! Also, the Patty melt rocked!!! read more

Crystal C.

4 years ago

Fantastic service, so friendly and efficient. So happy we found this place. Food was excellent as well. I must say though it's been awhile since I experienced such friendly staff. read more

Breanna S.

209

10 years ago

Went to dinner food was great. Staff always friendly would have given 5 stars but such a long wait to get food kids were getting restless other than that I would recommend read more

Andres L.

3 years ago

Food is amazing, they make a great breakfast burrito and the french toast is 10/10. Our server, Antonio, was very personable and made sure to take good care of our table. read more

Charles G.

4 years ago

Great restaurant great customer service. I've been coming here for years and everyone is always so friendly and the food is great I highly recommend CJs. read more

Simplee G.

106

5 years ago

This restaurant is always busy and there is a reason why. They have really good food, the pricing is reasonable and there food portions are really good. read more

Kayla M.

7 years ago

CJ's Bottom Line: A perfect diner breakfast. *Friendly, fast and efficient service *Crispy bacon, delicious hash browns and eggs with biscuits! read more

G P.

3 years ago

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Anne T.

2 years ago

CJ's does not disappoint, the portions quality and family like environment is A++ The pancakes are huge and there house potatoes are delicious! read more

Katie W.

154

8 years ago

Good food okay service, if your a regular here I think the service is definitely better. Overall nice place for a diner breakfast.

Oscar C.

6 years ago

Great food, great service. Will definitely be coming back. Very friendly staff, everything we ordered was amazing!

T B.

845

4 years ago

Was passing thru coming back home and stopped by for some breakfast, food was delicious and great service.

Barbie G.

264

101

11 years ago

Awesome place people are super nice service was excellent prices were great food was amazing five-star

Steve J.

286

4 years ago

It was a very good breakfast place. Staff is very friendly, food was reasonably priced and very good.

John N.

1 year ago

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Jonathan N.

9 years ago

Solid and quick. This is a great breakfast spot if you are on the go and want a good solid meal!

Sasha H.

9 years ago

The owners made us feel right at home and the breakfast was amazing!! True home cooked taste

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Country Club Cafe

3.9

(198 reviews)

2.1 mi

Stopped in for a quick hamburger as I was hungry and had a full agenda for the day. I got a simple…read morehamburger meal and a drink. Every place earns an extra star (at least in my book) for having Coke products. There seemed to be some confusion about who was handing out the food, as I clearly saw that mine was ready, yet someone who ordered after me got their food first. Another person looking at the tickets finally turned around and called my name. We're not talking about an eternity it sat there, or I would have said something, but it was long enough for me to notice. The place was clean, including the restroom. The burger was tasty and filled me up.

We enjoy coming to Country Club Cafe on a pretty regular basis for a quick and yummy lunch. I…read morealways order the same thing - the cheeseburger combo. The burger usually has a great char, and the fries are usually super hot and tasty. My husband usually orders either the turkey sandwich or a chicken sandwich and likes both. Lots of parking, and they are one of the few places that still has Coke products which is a plus in my book! Very casual diner like atmosphere and service is generally quick.

Green Chilaquiles with eggs

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JC's Cafe

No matter what you order here it's 100%. Absolutely the finest and best food in the desert.read more

TL;DR: came for breakfast because it seemed decent and had the shortest wait on a weekend. Not bad,…read morebut just average. Service was severely lacking. Food: Ordered a breakfast burrito and some waffles Both were very underwhelming. The cheese wasn't even melted in the burrito (ignoring the shredded bits on top) and the waffles were mediocre. Service: It seemed like perhaps they weren't used to the crowd or perhaps we just came on an off day. The staff didn't call us when they said they would, and when we finally went up, they gave us attitude for "not being around"... This obviously set the tone for the meal and while I give them the benefit of the doubt, it certainly felt like the staff was against us: filling waters of patrons around us but not ours, taking our order well after we had sat around with closed menus and watched others who were sat after place orders. I wasn't planning to be back just based on the food. I definitely won't be back based on the service now.

Inside

Denver Scramble

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Keedy's Indio - A Modern Twist On A Classic

Food is really good here. Wait isn't too too bad. Scrambled eggs were delicious and the tots are…read morepretty good. The ambience of the restaurant is pretty and modern.

Put all your preconceived notions aside and look at this picture…read more $18 before tax for 2 eggs, 2 slices of bacon and 1 piece of bread sliced in half. Breakfast food is one of the highest profit margin food categories for companies, the fact they have the gall to serve me $1.50 of food for $18 is absolutely insane. To think they labeled 1 slice of bread cut in half as 2 pieces of French toast on the menu, it's no surprise there isn't pictures of the food on the menu. I might add that they also have a 4 piece French toast stack for $15. Imagine ordering that and receiving 2 literal slices of bread cut in half. In this economy this is ridiculous and I'm not surprised now that the restaurant was totally dead. Don't come here, the food was nothing special whatsoever, you can spend the same at somewhere like Sloans or Elmer's and get massive portions of way better tasting food.

Dining room

$17.95 Clubhouse lunch

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Keedy's Mimonsa

California Bistro

4.3

(143 reviews)

5.4 mi

we were greeted with a warm welcome, Dinner came with a stunning Sunset View. The food was…read moredelicious, The Martinis were excellent and the bottle of wine was wonderful reasonable. To top it off, The staff surprised me with a birthday sing-along, We will definitely be back

My husband son and I had a wonderful evening at this restaurant. Sergio was our waiter and he…read morecouldn't have been more pleasant and knowledgeable about the menu. it's always a good sign when the waiter is singing the praises of the chef. The bartender was great making a concoction for my picky son. As we left the restaurant our son said "well we will be going back there!"

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Beautiful Ambiance

Meester Zebra

4.8

(201 reviews)

6.6 mi

Where to start, they have a great selection of sides. I am partial to the onion rings (extra…read morecrispy, num) and potatoe salad my self. The Cubano, Flames thrower, and turkey club are my go to. Excellent portion sizes, you're definitely getting your bang for your buck. I recently tried an breakfast option and I was pleased. The Chilaqules hit just right. Eggs were fluffy and avocado was perfect. The sauce was not authentic, but still very tasty and flavorful. Especially once you add the salsa. It was missing something, however it is not fair because no one does it better than my mother. Lol There are plenty of tables and chairs, casual dress, and wonderful customer service every visit. Always a friendly smile. They close at 3pm.

Second visit, but now under a new name (used to be, "Zobos and Meester"). Stopped in for lunch…read more This experience was better than the first time around. SERVICE: This was an improvement. The gentleman running the register and taking orders was very friendly and interactive. You place your order at the counter, and they call your number to pick up; however, I raised my hand when they called me, and the young lady brought it out to my table. She even went back into the kitchen to gather additional condiments. Once again, the tabletops were clean, and they have a large dining area with tables to accommodate larger groups. FOOD: I ordered the Bacon Cheeseburger Combo, which came with fries or rings, and a soda. The price was reasonable, and the burger itself was very tasty, the tomatoes and lettuce were fresh, and the bun was better than last time (didn't get soggy). Fries came out hot, but not too crisp. Unfortunately, no bleu cheese dressing was available to dip my fries in. Overall, the service was good, and the food was decent, especially the burger. I'm sure I'll be trying this place again as there are plenty of other menu items that look worth a try.

Double Cheeseburger. Never eat at In 'N' Out again.

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NEW ITEM. Hit and Run. Scrambled eggs, Sausage Patties, Mayo, Swiss, Green Peppers, onions, Bakery Fresh Ciabatta Bread, side of Hash Browns

Wilma & Frieda's Cafe

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Michael's Cafe

Small cafe style dining, with booths and tables. Small storefront patio, pet friendly. Food is…read morestandard. $$

Barbara was the best of all experiences here. I loved her energy and her beautiful smile. I think…read moreplace was cute, decorated pretty fun, but I don't know how they could screw up my breakfast as bad as they did! I ordered eggs over medium because I hate, what I call phlegm and I even told the waitress I don't want any of that white runny stuff. But I got the white runny stuff. My pancakes were really tough, they had skins on them and they were very chewy which tells me they overbeat the mix. My two strips of bacon was OK. This place came highly recommended by the staff where we were staying, but I'm one and done... we sat there for a long time, and I finally had to get up to find the waitress and get our check. I JUST CAN'T

Excellent Prime Rib Dip - daily special

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Street view. Located in a small shopping center

John’s Restaurant

We have been to the John's in Cypress ,Ca. And here the…read morefood is way better! My husband and I both got breakfast. And the eggs were perfect! Thank you Jorge! My husband also liked the French Toast! Nora at the register was very nice! Friendly and kind!

John's Restaurant in Palm Desert has long been one of my favorite spots for breakfast--not just for…read morethe food, but also for the incredibly kind and friendly customer service. Ever since my first visit back in 1989, it has remained one of my top choices for breakfast with family and friends, or even for the occasional business discussion. It truly earns 5 stars across the board: 1) the cleanliness of the establishment--including the open kitchen and the restrooms--is impeccable; 2) the staff is always friendly and respectful toward customers; 3) the breakfast portions are generous, and the food is always fresh; 4) the spacious dining area comfortably seats over 80 guests; and 5) the parking is very convenient for the restaurant's capacity, and it's easily accessible via Highway 111.

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The Terrace Restaurant at Desert Willow Golf Resort

3.9

(40 reviews)

1.5 mi

Always happy with food here. But we have only eaten breakfast and lunch there. We absolutely LOVE…read morethe coffee! Servers are well trained and pleasant. Ambiance is a beautiful view of a lovely golf course and we really enjoy watching the golfers hit up. Nice patio.

I've been here a few times and i had to go back yet again because I love the date bread with the…read morechicken salad. We enjoyed the sunny but shaded outdoor seating and felt very taken care of by the attentive wait sfaff. My lunch was delicious and the tea is also nice. This is a fan favorite every time we visit Coachella Valley. Next time I'll have to try something different but regardless I always enjoy my lunch here. Thanks The Terrace!

Carving station with Rib Eye Roast and Turkey

Burger and crispy fries

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The Falafel (vegan) tumeric bread, falafel, cucumber, onion slaw, tomato, bib lettuce, sun-dried tomato, tahini

Waters Café - Rancho Mirage

This was definitely a hidden gem. We came for the spa and this was the perfect way to start the spa…read moreday! The service was great, atmosphere was definitely upbeat and refreshing. We sat outside and it was soooo quiet, we loved it! But the food, that was the golden ticket! Our food was delicious, we did not want to leave any bites left in our plate! I had the berry French toast? Omg soooo good and the sauce and berries did not even need any syrup! So fresh and fluffy!!! I also got a side of chicken sausage.. which was actually a homemade chicken apple sausage!!! Absolutely delish!!! My wife got some sort of scramble and she said it was also amazing, I wish I had taken pics. Oh well... guess we gotta go back!! I'm so sad that I didn't get any pictures of it, because it was so so good and we started eating immediately!!

This is the casual Cafe by the pool. We wanted something light before a concert. I got the prime…read morerib dip. The ciabatta bun was really good. The crinkle fries were spot on. We got seated quickly. We got badly needed water right away. Our food came out quickly. The service was lacking. I never received a drink refill. The waitress never came back. I finally asked for our check. She brought the wrong check with someone else's credit card! Then, had to wait for the right check. The prices were high for cafe food. It was 37 dollars each for a sandwich, soda and tax and tip. My dad got fish n chips. It was huge it looked like the Flintstones.