Upon landing in Palm Springs for a weeklong vacay, Gayle and I ventured to the downtown strip in seacrh of a later evening meal and came across Crudo. Even though they were closing in a hair over 30 minutes, they graciously seated us and provided service that gave no hint of urgency or distraction from closing duties. Another, larger group of conventioneers were seated a few minutes after us... and again, the service for them didn't falter one bit. The food here was amazing! As Michelin-star restaurant afficionados, it's a real gem when you find a restaurant not listed in the guide, yet clearly should be. As one would expect in PS, the cocktails were the star opening act and didn't miss a beat. For Gayle, the Passionfruit Lemon Drop - a generous pour of strong liquor with bright, splashy flavors accompanying. For me, a Strawberry Basil Margarita that might have been made with mezcal instead of tequila (and an extra heavy pour at that)... but honestly, I didn't mind one iota. On to the mains, where Gayle had the Lobster Quesadillas which she described as "tender and gooey goodness in a housemade flaky tortilla." My Surf 'n' Turf Tacos, on obviously fresh pressed blue corn masa tortillas were phenomenal... steak and shrimp perfectly cooked, melting cheese infused within, and an herbaceous guac-like spread on the inside of the shell that brought a perfect hint of lime and cilantro with it. We wish we'd had room to sample the desserts, but we were stuffed and chuffed and headed to resort to sleep off the calories as it was. So, perhaps, on our next visit. Well done, Crudo! What a great start to a foodie week in the desert. read more

If you're looking for some fresh ceviche or poke in Palm Springs, then head over to Crudo Cervicheria on Palm Canyon Drive. We stopped in for lunch and sat outside on a beautiful sunny day. Recommendation: Try the Poky Tower with Ahi Tuna, Black Rice, Guacamole, Cucumber, and Mango Relish. Served with chips. So good! read more

Crudo - Poky Tower - Latin American Near Me - Palm Springs, California

Every time I visit Palm Springs, I always find myself going back to Crudo for a quick and delicious lunch. I always order the same thing, and I always enjoy myself. Crudo is on the main strip, a little further from all the bustle of downtown, but still centrally located. Oftentimes, the restaurant is not busy for lunch. There has never been a wait during any of my visits, and there usually isn't more than three other parties dining at the same time. The menu is fairly large, featuring a wide variety of drinks and all sorts of food. From ceviches to tacos to large sharable plates, there is definitely something for everyone. Despite this, I find myself always going for the "ahi poky tower". It features a heap of marinated tuna with black rice, cucumber, avocado, and mango relish. When mixed together, you get the most delicious, well-balanced bites. The dish is served with crispy and delicate chips to provide texture and also a medium to hold all of the poke. Altogether, bites are rich, citrusy, and creamy. I personally like to order this dish on its own, but it can also serve as a great sharing dish in the middle of the table. The chips make it easy for everyone to get a bite. As for the calamari, this whole dish was really disappointing. I didn't order the dish and didn't look at the description, but when it was ordered, it was really unclear to me that it would be a steak instead of smaller pieces of calamari. The huge chunk of squid threw me off, but it was also the downfall of the dish. The fry was just okay. It wasn't super crispy, but the squid itself was extremely tough. It was really unpleasant to chew and was completely flavorless. The fries suffered from similar issues, being mostly mushy and flavorless. This won't stop me from coming back to Crudo, but I would definitely advise against ordering this dish. Crudo is a very welcoming restaurant with kind staff and generally great food. The poke tower serves as a high standard for seafood and the ability to construct a balanced dish. Even though I always get the poke tower, I would bet that a lot of the seafood dishes live up to the same level of quality and standard. And despite the calamari steak not being for me, I also understand that it is a new dish, and perhaps the kitchen was still dialing in the recipe. Crudo will continue to be one of my go-to restaurants and a place I take newcomers to Palm Springs every time I visit. read more

Crudo - Calamari Steak Fries - Latin American Near Me - Palm Springs, California

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There needs to be a Crudo in every city - it's that good! I love stumbling across amazing places and this is one of them! From the ambiance, the food and the drinks, this place is incredible. The staff were also amazing. You will have a good time here for sure!! read more

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Miguel is such a good waiter. The food is so good. Yummy drinks ! I like the Vaquero mezcal!

Seafood was super super fresh and insanely flavorful. Loved the addition of corn and chickpeas in both of the ceviches and the tostadas were really fresh and added a really nice texture contrast. The pork belly tacos were on the sweeter side, but it was super crispy and the pickled onions added some acidity to it. The pulpo bites (octopus) were the best thing by far!! It was really soft and tender and paired w the glaze and the sauce it was soso good. Love the indoor and outdoor parts of the restaurant as well as the overall Spanish ambiance. The servers were all very attentive and helpful in guiding us through the menu. read more

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Imaginative menu. Great service. Fun to sit outside in the back garden. We have dined here several times and have never been disappointed.

A great take on Mexican-Peruvian cuisine from Pork Belly tacos to crab enchiladas, Crudo adds their original touches and flavors. We tried their Cod and Pork Belly tacos with freshly made corn tortillas, and boy, they were great and full of flavor. These tacos are not very big, more like street tacos. A 3rd taco on each serving would have been perfect. The staff was attentive and efficient. You must try their Pistachio Flan. It's light and not as thick as traditional Mexican flan, but it tastes amazing. Parking might be a problem during busy hours. read more

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Great food, delicious ceviche and tuna nachos! The drinks are good and sufficiently strong. Appreciated that they have indoor and outdoor seating. Nice place to enjoy a good meal and people watch if that's your thing. The service was attentive and obliging. Overall, a very solid experience and we plan to return if we are ever in PS again. read more

We had a little excursion finding parking, due to the Pride weekend. We ended up walking about two/tenths of a mile, so not a big deal. As a party of six, we were seated in the back patio on the table that doubles as a gas fireplace. The setup and the evening weather made it feel "resort like". I apologize in advance for butchering his name, but Josh was our server, and he was patient and helpful all evening. He deserves a HUGE thumbs up. We received our drinks, along with two starters. The Ranchero Ceviche and the Guac and Chips. I didn't try the Guac, but the Ceviche was very good. Do not forget to use the Poblano sauce they bring for the Ceviche; it absolutely enhanced the flavor. My wife and I both had the Pomegranate-Jalapeno Margarita, which was delicious. It could have been a little hotter. For my entree, I chose the Crabmeat Enchiladas. I was seriously blown away how the enchiladas were lathered perfectly by the sauce. This combination was Excellent! I even devoured the corn-veggie mix on the side. To top off the evening, we passed around two desserts but there was one CLEAR winner. The Pistachio Flan had more of a Bread Pudding consistency allowing small bites of flan & sauce while the remnant waited for consumption. It wasn't too sweet or custardy. This is our first time visiting this restaurant and it will not be the last. We came away very impressed. I am not surprised that the owners also operate Cups Cafe, which is my favorite breakfast in the CV. We will definitely return. read more

Crudo - A great Friday night meal with family & friends - Latin American Near Me - Palm Springs, California

It was our first time coming to the restaurant. The food and service were outstanding. Not expensive. Must try the octopus bites and la tabla which is a dish for two. Enjoyed everything! read more

Crudo - Octopus bites - Latin American Near Me - Palm Springs, California

"When something is delicious, it's zero calories." ― Jin And vacation calories cannot cross statelines. ;) I had the absolute pleasure of dining at this dreamy cevichería, and let's just say... my tastebuds are still sending thank-you notes. We started with their Chilango Ceviche (Chilean Seabass with roasted corn garbanzo beans, topped with mango relish and guajillo flake), and let me tell you, it's giving coastal chic. Fresh, citrusy, and perfectly balanced. Honestly, it was like the ocean wrote me a love letter. Then came the crab meat enchilada and I, no exaggeration, ascended. It was hands-down my favorite dish of the evening. It was three enchiladas stuffed with crab meat, finished with a mole-pasilla, and topped with roasted corn & rajas Panela cheese. The crab was buttery and rich and I was absolutely scrapping the plate clean for any remnants of corn and sauce. I also tried their Chile Relleno Mariscado. It was a poblano pepper stuffed with sauteed shrimp, salmon & pulpo with a light pistachio cream. What made this classic dish special was the pistachio cream sauce. Like, excuse me? Who knew pistachio and shrimp would be that girl? It was velvety and luxe. Whether you're in town for a desert getaway or just vibing your way through a culinary tour, Crudo is the moment. Chef-driven, full of heart, and totally worthy of your camera roll and cravings. 5/5 would return. And yes, I'm still dreaming about that pistachio cream sauce. read more

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On our first night in Palm Springs we decided to have seafood and check out Crudo. By far, this is my favorite restaurant during my 3 day stay in Palm Springs. My friends and I showed up with a reservation and were seated almost immediately upon arrival. The place is very nice and welcoming. Our waiter, Gustavo, was really great! He recommended either the guava or dragonfruit margarita when we shared we wanted a margarita and one of my friends ordered the pistacho tequila lime martini and they were all so good. We also asked for recommendations on dishes to shared, which he shared the dishes are recommended to be shared. From the dishes we ordered, my favorite was the Ceviche De Los Patrones. It was so good with a KICK of spicy. read more

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Finally got to try Crudo & was pleasantly surprised! I had very beautiful crab enchiladas. Perfect combination of creaminess from the sauce & texture from the vegetables on the side. It wasn't spicy & as much as I would love it spicy, it was great still. It says there's a mole sauce, but it was a vibrant green. The crab enchiladas paired very well with the passionfruit lemon drop. I don't usually prioritize vodka drinks, but the sweet-tart passionfruit + the soft crab flavor & creamy sauce just made so much sense to me. Alternatively, I would also go for a gin cocktail... such as a gimlet or an herbal/floral one (for those of you who also love a nice pairing). I sat at the bar & enjoyed the service from our bartender. I believe I heard his name was Rex, but I'm a little foggy on that. He kept us entertained & made sure we would be happy with our selections before confirming. Looking forward to coming back to try other dishes!! read more

Crudo - Crab enchiladas - Latin American Near Me - Palm Springs, California

I had an amazing to go meal from Crudo. The decor is modern and aquatic. I ordered right before they closed and the food was ready when I arrived. The staff was nice and the food incredibly satisfying; I ordered the following: crab enchiladas (5/5; exactly as described and packed with crab. You know it's fresh when you have small pieces of shell in the filling. The flavor was balanced and the portion was generous.) and ahi nachos (5.25/5; some of the best ahi nachos I've ever had. Using wonton chips was incredibly smart and satisfying. The mayo and ginger based sauces paired perfectly and there was tons of tuna, avocado and jalapeño for several balanced and filling bites. I will definitely be back to Crudo the next time I'm in Palm Springs. read more

Three of us ordered amazing margaritas. Not to be missed. Our fourth person ordered a large bottle of a really good beer. We ordered two platters of The chef surf and turf, excellent could have steak, pork belly, calamari steak, spicy shrimp and octopus. Each of the offerings were perfectly cooked and delicious. Couldn't ask for anything better, $52 per platter, $12 for margaritas. Auggie provided us with delightfully friendly and informative service. Couldn't ask for a better experience than this restaurant. It's beautifully decorated and very comfortable. So glad we picked this terrific spot. It now goes on our go-to lists for Palm Springs. read more

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4 of us had lunch at the bar around 12:30 on a Saturday. It was very busy, we lucked out with seats being available. The Bar is comfy and the cocktails are beautiful. The burger was excellent and cooked to our order. The truffle fries were crispy with just a hint of truffle. Service was prompt and friendly. read more

Overall maybe a 3.6 . I like that they were dog friendly and had patios . The servers were nice but seemed new and not too knowledgeable. I'm wondering if maybe the main chefs were not in for lunch today. Mom wanted to order nachos but the server said it didn't have any cheese? So Mom ordered crab cake sandwich which we sent back. The side salad was hot because I think they must of had it under a warmer waiting for my tocos to be ready I'm guessing. The crab cake was mushy and had a weird tasting spice that masked any resemblance of a crab taste. We almost never sent anything back but this time she did and got my same tocos which she liked. I give the crab cake 1 out of five. My tocos were good quality and tasty but for $22 it came with just a few salad greens on the side. 3.9 out of 5 stars. However, the mango margarita gets a 5 out of 5! It was fresh and tasty with lots of tequila and a great price for $12. I could see why maybe the good reviews are for the bar drinks. read more

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Me encantó el restaurante crudo se me hizo agua la boca chiles rellenos salsa verde con marisco y esa ensalada estaba divina y el flan de pistacho. Está divino muy delicioso. se lo recomiendo a todos y los trabajadores muy lindos muy amable y también me encantó la botella de agua con vaso de tequila read more

Had dinner here last weekend with a few friends. The concierge at our hotel had really hyped up this restaurant so we decided to go there for dinner but once we arrive, we were a bit disappointed. First of all, although it's on Palm Canyon, it's all the way at the end where there isn't much Action. We ordered the shrimp aguachilles and it was a very large portion, but they used giant shrimps, and I felt like they were not sitting in the lime juice long enough as they were still a gray color. My friend got the lobster quesadilla and didn't really care for it. My friend got the burger and said it was just OK. I got the steak frites and it was just all right. Unfortunately, their soda tap was not working well so we were not able to have drinks with our meal. All in all, I probably will not go back. It was not horrible, but there was nothing special about it. read more

Best ceviche i've ever had! Amazing taste. I had the ranchero ceviche! Magnifique. We will be back. read more

Crudo - Ceviche - Latin American Near Me - Palm Springs, California

I came here for lunch with my fiance. We both ordered the Triple Berry Gimlet, which we both liked. For food I ordered the iron steak tacos, and they were amazing! The steak was nice and tender with lots of flavor. I wish there had been 3 tacos, but 2 tacos was probably just the right amount. They really stuff the tacos full. Would definitely order this again. read more

Crudo - Triple Berry Gimlet cocktails - Latin American Near Me - Palm Springs, California

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Tl;dr: The kitchen is solid, every dish we had excellent and well balanced. Service was on point, drinks were top notch, and little details showed love. Scallops were A+, unique flavoring that set the dish apart. Octopus, amazing. Strawberry basil margarita, not syrups and junk, clearly housemade in all aspects and truly wonderful. Tequila selection hand curated: not the most expensive, the best value artisinal offerings amongst small producers...San Matias extra anejo for instance. The only dish we didnt think was A+ (it was very, very good just not as remarkable as all the rest) was the steak. Notably, this place is called crudo, who gets steak That said, it was very, very good and done right, but all the other dishes were so exceptional, it paled by comparison. Not a single dish was less than spectacular, all the ceviches were independently noteworthy, and the tabla platter (steak too, please don't change it) was really, really good. Overall there is nothing better or more they can do here, clear labor of love by experienced operators who care. Let's make sure to help places like this thrive, it's earned, and as a diner rewarding to know places like this still exist despite the world's challenges. read more

I found this place based on their high reviews and they were mentioned in a NYT article. We just finished our morning at Joshua Tree and were looking for a late lunch spot. We were seated right away and loved all of the options to sit on the porch or bar or table. We also lucked out with the perfect sunny weather and open air seating. I had a spicy Bloody Mary and the server recommended the negro modela for my husband's michaelada. Both drinks were delicious and refreshing. I appreciate all of the extras on top of the drinks too. That's how they should all be served! Food... the ahi nachos had pretty rave reviews so we wanted to try it. I noticed the pictures had an orange sauce on the tuna and I realized it must've been from the ginger or some other creme. It was very tasty but if I were to order it again, i would probably ask to have the creme on the side or lighter. The ahi portions were generous and perfect and all of the flavors together were fresh and delicious. I would recommend it. The burger arrived looking beautiful and tasty. I was sad the fries were not more crispy though, but it wasn't my meal so I didn't steal too many, ha. Service was attentive and helpful. The back patio and fire place would be inviting for an early evening spot. The restroom is shared with another restaurant so there was always a line queued waiting. We found free parking around the corner and enjoyed walking around the street. We will come back and recommend to others. read more

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Fan of chicken ranch next door but got lured in by the ambiance. Indoor, outdoor seating, as well as a fire pit dining area in the back. Very modern and upscale feel felt like I was in Beverly Hills. Love the assortment of drinks tried the passion fruit habanero margarita which has a kick but if spicy is your thing go for the mango "la cuajona" top tier spice! Ordered the pulpo bites fresh and perfect texture and split the crab enchiladas that come served with flour tortillas but can opt for corn if you like I was told. The sauce on these bad boys were next level and filled pretty well with enough crab. Great service, very attentive , from the host at the front to our server very knowledgeable and well versed on the menu. Definitely coming back to try more Margaritas Mamalonas and that poke tower!! read more

Crudo - Bar seating - Latin American Near Me - Palm Springs, California

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Johnathan the bartender, as well as another gentleman who maybe was a manager, were terrific! Very welcoming and fun. Food was fabu, Tuna nachos are deeelish! We'll be back! read more

We enjoyed out seafood lunch here! We were seated in the back patio area which was really cute with the lawn area to the other stores and housing closeby. There's a nice Palm Spring mural in the area to snag a photo too. Bathroom is shared with the other units and it's only one stall so can take a bit and you may need a code. Everything we ordered we liked and the seafood was fresh! Peruvian cuisine knows how to make their sauces so dish had a distinct flavor. Their menu says 'colorful and flavorful' which is spot on. + SCALLOPS NEGROS - scallops were so plump and the the sauce was very citrusy! + SONORA SHRIMP - Mild creamy, onions - paired so well with the arugula salad and the shrimp were also quite plump. + DE LOS PATRONES CEVICHE - served with crispy tostados and had a little bit of everything such as scallop, octopus, shrimp ,and fish blended in a refreshing, citrus + PULPO EN MOLE - my favorite dish of the meal. The mole poblano had so much depth, that thick chocolatey taste and the octopus was cooked perfectly. I liked the corn salad with it too. They have a handmade hot sauce you should ask for that was really tasty and brought the heat. read more

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Came here for my birthday dinner and it did not disappoint!! Drinks were great and service was really friendly. Everything we shared was super delicious but the aguachiles was 10/10!! Absolutely delicious and one of the best things I had all weekend while in Palm Springs. The restaurant was super cute as well and I could see a large outdoor table with a fire pit in the middle which is really cool. Highly recommend!! read more

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In town for a conference in Palm Springs. A local recommended to check out the downtown area. Looked around for Mexican food. I am picky so i tend to check out Menus on yelp beforehand. Seabass ceviche ? Pistachio flan ? Omg ! Got to try it out ! Friendly staff ! Met Chef Oscar - super nice ! You can tell he puts his love into the dishes. Super nice and friendly bartenders Cuñado and Chilindrino super nice manager and other waiters! Food was excellent all around -right on point- Seabass ceviche was my fave. Went back on the way back to the airport and stopped for surf and turf tacos ( moyitas ?) delicious! My favorite was the pinche flan ( the most delicious flan ever) Ambiance - great music - loved the atmosphere! Planning to go back when back in town! read more

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Amazing crab enchiladas! The drinks were delish! The service was quick and the ambiance chill and vibey! read more

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Crudo is outstanding! The variety of their ceviches and various other plates is awesome, super fresh, and is done with gusto and creativity. The service staff is on top of everything and is super courteous. The place is super clean and nicely decorated which makes an awesome ambiance. All in all, I rate this place a high 5 stars. read more

Crudo was amazing! We ordered a few things to share, figuring we would start out with that and order more after. We ordered the Chili Relleno, Pulpo, and Pork Belly tacos. In ordering, I expected the Pork Belly tacos to be my favorite, and they actually were not. Don't get me wrong, they were delicious, cooked perfectly, a little bit sweet and a little bit spicy. The Octopus was phenomenal, it was cooked PERFECTLY which is, I feel the biggest issues with most places I order octopus at (it tends to be chewy), Crudo's was melt in your mouth tender! The star of the show though, for me was the Chile Relleno, it was simply put, amazing! Cooked perfectly, the sauce was finger licking good. We ended the meal with the Flan, which I feel I would skip next time, the texture to me was a bit different than I was expecting, but overall, the experience here was great. From the friendly staff to the delicious meal, to the nice little outdoor seating in the back. It was so good, that I wanted to come back again the next day (they were closed the next day, or we would have!). Come check out this place, A+ read more

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Might be the best seafood in Palm Springs! Everything is so fresh & delicious. Service was very friendly and attentive. Cocktail selection was excellent. Cant wait to go back. read more

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Excellent food with unique flavors and tremendous service ~ Aksel took good credit of us. Highly recommend.

I found this restaurant on yelp and made a reservation because we knew it would be a busy weekend in Palm Springs. They had a beautiful table outdoors where we sat with a very pretty view. We tried a couple of their ceviche's, and they were just excellent. The fish was very fresh and everything was spiced perfectly. Our server was extremely attentive and knew the menu very well which I always appreciate. They made me a killer M & M cocktail that I keep thinking about. read more

Crudo - This was the terrific view from our dining table. - Latin American Near Me - Palm Springs, California

The food was really good salmon needed a little bit of seasoning and the ahi tuna was good will be coming back.

We keep stopping here for lunch. We love the food. Service is always good and this past trip was no exception. They have outside and inside seating, which means we can bring the dog. The ambiance is fresh, mod and well kept. It feels as innovative as the food, which was delcious. Cocktails were well done. read more

We were treated to a nice patio seat on a hot winter day. We made our selections quickly for food and it arrived before I could decide on a drink. Truffle fries weee crispy but nothing too exciting. Ahi nachos were amazing. The miso sauce used is incredible and chips were crispy even when loaded with food. The salmon ceviche had great flavor and a nice helping off avocado. We were able to ask for additional tostadas to help finish off the dish. Drink was a good size and tasty. Would definitely recommend l! read more

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Located on the main drag, the restaurant is beautiful and servers were friendly. Mild fly problem but they handle it in a cute way. At least at the bar area. Restrooms are out back and seem to be shared with the rest of the plaza. Women's restroom requires a code to enter so it was not bad but I heard the men's restroom was wrecked likely because it did not require a code. I had a few bites of the smoked pork chops and while quite tasty, I can't stop thinking about the seared scallops on tamarind sauce!! I enjoyed my Passion Fruit Lemon Drop and wish I had room for dessert! read more

Crudo - Chuletas Ahumadas: Smoked pork chops topped with caramelized onions served with a side of salad and salsa - Latin American Near Me - Palm Springs, California

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Found this place on Yelp. I know that there's a ton of competition in this area, but this place deserves your business. They are so helpful and the food was a highlight on our trip. The surf and turf tacos blew our minds. read more

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