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    John Henry's

    4.0 (458 reviews)
    ModerateAmerican
    Open 5:00 pm - 9:30 PM
    Updated 3 months ago

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    JOHN HENRY'S ATMOSPHERE

    What's the vibe?
    Moderate noise
    Outdoor seating
    Dogs allowed
    Good for groups

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    Michael G.

    We've been meaning to come for dinner for a while now, but it never worked out. In season this is a hard Rez, especially in the 530-7 range. Most all seating is outdoors, they do have a very small interior. As a result, they close for the summer for three months. Too hot!! Check the website. John Henry himself was on duty and came by to chat us up. Each of our dishes; chicken, turkey, and pasta were very good. The chopped salad was perfect for me. Stellar service and environment.

    Chicken Piccata with a bright, tangy lemon‑and‑caper sauce.
    Roger S.

    Our dinner at John Henry's Café, a well-known hidden gem in Palm Springs, was a treat. Though "well-known" and "hidden gem" sound contradictory, the restaurant sits off the main tourist path behind the Sunrise Center strip shopping area (home of a Dollar Tree.) The restaurant has a charming, nostalgic retro vibe with an intimate interior and a large outdoor patio strung with twinkling lights and greenery. I enjoyed the Roast Turkey Dinner from the chef's specials -- generous portions of both white and dark meat with mashed potatoes and gravy, vegetables, and homemade cranberry sauce. We were told it appears on the specials menu "every day" during peak season. I can see why -- it was superb. My partner chose the Chicken Piccata: grilled chicken breast in a bright, tangy lemon‑and‑caper sauce, served with sautéed green beans and buttered carrots. Our party also ordered the sautéed veal liver, milder than beef liver and served smothered in sautéed onions and crisp bacon for a sweet‑and‑salty crunch. And the meatloaf was equally good -- moist, flavorful, and topped with a savory tomato sauce. All entrees came with a choice of soup or salad; the four of us had the Chop Chop Salad -- finely chopped iceberg and romaine with bleu cheese crumbles, diced tomatoes, and red onion. Famous for its massive homemade cakes, we finished up by sharing a slice of the Sunny Lemon Cake. Large enough for four people to share and served a la mode with a pint (no kidding) of vanilla ice cream. Yum. Definitely worth a visit when you're in Palm Springs.

    Green dinner salad gone wrong with too many onions and too much honey mustard dressing.
    Anna W.

    An overrated restaurant IMO. We hadn't enjoyed two sips of our cocktails when our dinner salads were already brought out to the table. And because our cocktails were way too vodka infused, it didn't do the taste of the salads any favors; my dinner salad was positively soggy in a mound of onions and honey-mustard dressing. Our right-on-the-heels entrees were nothing to write home about and in fact bordered on disappointing. I suppose the outdoor patio experience makes up for a lot. Alas we were seated indoors.

    Dumplings
    James L.

    What a lovely outdoor garden area they have to dine under the stars. The staff here was very friendly and accommodating. The food was solid with a wide variety of herrings on the menu. I had shrimp and scallop scampi-style and it was fresh and perfectly cooked. I did notice quite a few of the tables were celebrating birthdays and saw quite a few large cake slices getting passed around, one day I'll have to come back and try the cake.

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    Alex M.

    I'm glad to see John Henry's is doing such a great business for years. It's sort of been a hidden gem for locals, I think the value is very good. The ambience is just wonderful seating, cocktails . Strong And large portions

    Beef Stroganoff
    Javier S.

    Great start! I heard friends talking about this place and haven't been able to make it until now. I was able to get a reservation on thier last night before closing for the summer. I started with the broiled artichoke. This was a great start! The artichoke with parmesan tasted on top was so flavorful. For my main, I ordered the beef stroganoff. The beef was so tender with the egg noodles cooked to perfection and the sauce topped it off, Yum!! It also came with carrots and green beans. Loved the veggies!! The ambiance was surprising, I'm not sure what to expect, but it was smaller than I thought. Interesting art on the walls. I was hoping it would have been cooler so I could enjoy the outside seating with the big tree and lights, but I'll definitely come back when they open. The service was great, so attentive and professional.

    Laguna Friends
    Fred L.

    It was an outstanding evening with excellent service and food. This is a restaurant with outside dining and it was a perfect evening with all the beautiful trees lit up with lights. The host and the staff were the best. The drink order was taken immediately and large martinis were served. The waiter was very kind and got all of our dishes, correct. I had the stroganoff which had and abundance of tender beef over noodles served with carrots. Our tables shared a dessert which was oversized and was perfect ending to a lovely evening.

    Dinner Salad
    Cici C.

    The menu has nice seafood dishes, pastas and classic meat entrees as well as salads. The outdoor seating ambiance is great for casual dining. Reservations are a must. I enjoyed a delicious large Barramundi filet with sweet potato, green beans and a salad. A friend had the duck and said it was delicious and a large portion. Will be back soon. The service is friendly and excellent. Must try their martinis next time! I liked their bread and appreciated the high quality butter cubes.

    The macadamia crusted soul

    We had dinner tonight for a group of 24 out on the patio 3 tables of 8. Miguel did a great job and getting everyone's orders correct and several had separate bills. The food was delicious. My only comment is maybe switch to wicker baskets versus the wire baskets for the bread as our basket was Really hot.

    Enjoying dinner at John Henry's
    David P.

    Having lived in Palm Springs for nearly 5 years, our friends were surprised we had never been. We were greeted and taken to our outdoor table, which was well appointed and a beautiful setting (large tree in the center). We started with a shrimp cocktail and really enjoyed that. I had the pork chops, and my husband got the kielbasa. Both were outstanding and good sized portions. We didn't get dessert this time, but will save room for the next. Service was outstanding - cannot wait to come back!

    Plentiful Turkey, mashed potatoes with gravy, and stuffing with green beans.

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    I use to love eating here every time we came to Palm Springs, but the prices have gotten so high. We are willing to try different places.

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    Stay away from the pork chop. Tasteless and very tough to eat. Next time I will definitely choose a different menu item. Ambience ok

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    Ask the Community - John Henry's

    Is there any sort of dress code?

    Not really, but I would recommend nice shorts and button shirt in summer and nice jeans/pants and button shirt in winter. A polo type shirt would work too.

    Do they allow dogs on the patio?

    I can say, absolutely! I happen to have a seizure, alert, dog, so she is a service dog. However, they did not ask and being a small dog, even pulled a chair up for her. On the inside not being a service dog I would say probably not. But outside on… Read more

    Are you open during the summer?

    John Henry's closes for the summer at the end of May and reopens in late September.

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    Absolutely worth the hype!…read more Note that they do not take reservations for breakfast or lunch so be sure to get there early or be prepared to wait. The ambience is like no other. Think French countryside, with the decor to match, and a tree on the inside of the restaurant! Down to the choice of napkins, the decor is intentional. It feels like a lived in house with a courtyard and all of the feelings that make it "home." It's familiar and inviting and that's just the beginning. We've been to Palm Springs many times and I've had this place bookmarked for too long and never had an opportunity to try it. When my Team and I came into town for a conference, we decided that since it's a weekday, it would be the best time to try this place out. It breathtakingly did not disappoint. I ordered the Complete savory crêpe and had I not been drinking so much water from the heat, I would have devoured this in one sitting. The side salad is a nice touch and balances out the heaviness of the egg and the ham. My coworker had the avocado toast and was overjoyed that it was very plentiful and well portioned. She also ordered a fresh grapefruit juice which she let me try and I found incredibly refreshing. This is by far one of my favorite breakfast places in California! Our server was busy with many tables and at one point we did have to ask for a refill on water. It also took a really long time to get our check after we had asked for it. Outside of the service this is a must stop!

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    Every time I spend time writing the review, it times out and doesn't save it. It was good food and…read morean awful experience with one of the servers. I'll consider rewriting the review another time, again. One star given by the goodness of the food, which is mostly an ingredient thing. We serve three of these dishes at my work, so it's honestly not mind blowing or anything, of course. We did vegan options.

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    4.1(1.8k reviews)
    1.1 mi
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    My colleagues and I were in town for a conference and staying about a mile and a half from here. I…read moreran it and raved about the beef and crispy noodles and the calamari. On our journey to Palm Springs my team left the food choices to me since I'm picky. Lol. We showed up on a Wednesday night (note that they do not open Monday and Tuesday), around 4:40 PM. There was already a long line of individuals waiting to get in. There were about 15 people ahead of us. At opening, we were immediately sat down into the second dining room to the right of the restaurant. It gives a different vibe than the main room with its red bench seating and lantern ceiling. Although the benches were high, and the tables were a little low, we managed. Of course, we tried the complementary congee. Which I love, but my colleagues were not a big fan of. We ordered the calamari and the crispy beef noodle. We also ordered the shrimp and mango spring roll, the softshell crab and green papaya salad, and the pork belly lettuce wraps. The shining stars, for my colleagues were the calamari and crispy beef noodle. Followed by the shrimp and mango spring rolls and the softshell crab. The three of us did not enjoy the pork belly at all even though it came recommended. We actually only ate 2 pieces. The food overall was good although we wish we didn't get the pork or at least stuck to our goal of four main dishes. The waitress recommended we get one more and that's when we added the pork. Next time we will go with our gut instinct. One thing that was disappointing on this visit was that when we ordered drinks, one of them came out in a can. We were under the assumption it was a draft pour. For $14 it should have been noted that it is canned. The way that it is written into the menu no one would assume otherwise.

    Owner is rude and aggressive. She insisted, actually forced us to order an entree while we ordered…read morethe appetizers. Then the server refused to give me a refill on my coke. The food was the worst I've ever had. So much sugar in everything. Every sauce especially the coconut cream sauce for the calamari and the curry sauce and the sauce for the spring rolls. We ate it because we were starving but the after effects were awful. Our blood sugar spiked. What a let down. You're better off going to the Holiday House especially Thursday night for their famous fried chicken or brunch on Sundays and any lunch or dinner. Holiday House info from their site: Lunch Monday thru Sunday | 11am-4pm Brunch (Returning October 4th) Saturday & Sunday | 10:30am-3pm Dinner Nightly | 5pm-9pm At The Pantry, they serve a fresh, modern take on classic Americana cuisine by blending traditional favorites with elevated flavors, creative techniques, and influences inspired by California living. The menu highlights the incredible abundance of the Coachella Valley, featuring farm-fresh produce, locally sourced meats, artisanal cheeses, and seasonal ingredients that celebrate the beauty and flavor of the Palm Springs region. Every dish is designed to be both comforting and memorable, with a true sense of place in every bite. And the atmosphere is stunning, fresh, delightful. And Juan Sanchez the food and beverage director is a wonderful and super kind person.

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    4.2(1.4k reviews)
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    My first time here was for a luncheon event. The hostess lives in the area and selected this…read morerestaurant. The parking lot was just starting to get busy when I arrived around 10am. I noticed a sign that said that you will be seated once your entire party has arrived. We didn't wait too long before our group of 19 arrived and were seated. The decor has a vintage feel with beautiful chandeliers/lighting and dark, but warm color wood throughout the restaurant. Even the ceiling is detailed. My 2nd visit was with my husband. He decided to eat here after I had brought home a coconut crème pie for him from my first visit. During my first visit I enjoyed a wonderful chicken pot pie. Even though it was a warm day outside, seeing it on the menu caught my stomachs attention. It was a good size, I wasn't able to finish it. The crust was baked to perfection. The filling was perfect just the right balance of meat to veggies, with the perfect creaminess. During my second visit I enjoyed one of the breakfast favorites on the menu which it is mentioned only served until 3pm. I had ordered the Belgium Waffle with Gold 'N' Spice Chicken Tenders. I added a side order of scrambled eggs to my order. Everything was fabulous! I devoured everything. Sadly we didn't have room for dessert! The servers are friendly and fast, and always making sure our drinks were replenished. Unfortunately, we live quite far from the restaurant. But, if ever in the area I would love to return and try something new on the menu and make sure I save room for dessert!

    Food: breakfast is unchallenged in taste, presentation, quality and quantity. The menu is diverse…read moreand appealing. Service: always (not our first visit) courteous, friendly and welcoming. This time our server had a great sense of humor as well. On this occasion we were there to catch up with longtime friends and colleagues and were permitted to remain long after our meals were finished. Ambience: welcoming , comfortable, classic traditional American decor; minimal unobtrusive noise so it's no problem holding conversations. Tables and seats are clean, no water spots on the tableware. Tidy and properly stocked rest rooms. Value: excellent. Cost is not much more than IHOP or other chain providing similar goods and services. Highly recommend this restaurant

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    4.2(813 reviews)
    1.8 mi
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    Want to give a shout out to all the staff at 1501! Gave them a call to see if they could get in a…read moreparty of 17. They were able to in 45 minutes, our requested time. Our group was getting hungry so we headed out an arrived 10 minutes early. They asked up to wait so they could put menus and water on the table, understandable. We were seated and Caesar came over and greeted us. Said he would be back soon take our drink order. On his return to take our order we asked him to take our food order as well. Our food all came out together in about 20 minutes or so. Great job kitchen staff! The staff also kept our waters full. When the food was delivered the staff new who had what entrée without needing to ask. A sign of good service! When it came time to pay our bills Caesar split our checks and delivered them to the correct people. Came back to collect the bills and process the payments. All in all was a great evening thanks to all the staff!

    Made a reservation at 1501 Uptown Gastropub and were seated right on time, which is always a great…read morestart. It was our first visit, and our waiter was attentive, friendly, and helpful with recommendations throughout the evening. We kicked things off with a couple of their specialty drinks, and they did not disappoint--both were well-crafted and delicious. For an appetizer, we ordered the firecracker shrimp, and WOW... they were absolutely AMAZING! Perfectly cooked with just the right amount of heat and flavor. For our main courses, we went with the beef stroganoff and the tri-tip panini. Both dishes were delicious and full of flavor--definitely solid choices. We couldn't skip dessert and ended on a high note with the bread pudding and the lavender crème brûlée. Both were unique and a perfect sweet finish to the meal. Overall, a great first experience with excellent food and service. We'll definitely be back!

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