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4.3 (1.1k reviews)
Closed • 11:00 am - 8:00 pm

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the yummy jerky we bought all 4
Lacey C.

This place was so good, just like I recall. I started coming here, to this location in 1998. I have always loved to come eat here. I had a great experience once again. We ordered the chicken fingers, fries and I got the curry bowl, hubby got the jalapeno burger. Everything was delicious and hearty. Fresh and hot! Also the lavender lemonade was SOOO good! The guy at the counter was so nice and patient, answering my plethora of questions. Also loved the ambiance, still. I always love to come here when I'm in town. Also we bought all 4 of the jerky and they were all yummy too! Thank you Native Foods!

Shannon Z.

I love the healthy bowl options and the portions are great too! I got the Buddha bowl and loved the flavor. Wish they had alternatives to white rice base but otherwise the ingredients on top were super fresh and loved the pineapple to add some sweetness! Service was great.

Nachos
Stephanie L.

I was absolutely devastated when Native Foods started closing its restaurants. Now with only two employee-owned cafés remaining, I was so excited to visit the Palm Springs location! Native Foods has created meal you can feel good about without sacrificing flavor or texture. While everything on the menu is delicious, the Almost Famous Bowl, Bistro Steak Sandwich, and Gastropub Burger are definitely my favorites, especially when paired with the seasoned fries. The Peanut Butter Parfait is so rich and sweet, perfectly complimenting the savoriness of the appetizers and meals. I am so grateful to have had the opportunity to dine at Native Foods again and can't wait for my next visit! By dining here, you'll not only help keep the Native Foods legacy going, but also indulge in some of the best plant-based food around!

BBQ Brisket Burger
Maggie C.

So happy to find a Native Foods location out here! I've only been to the one in San Diego (now closed) so this was a happy find. My partner and I split a regular sized chicken tenders for an appetizer. He got the BBQ brisket burger with a side of lemon dill potato salad. I got the almost famous bowl which was chicken tenders on top of mashed potatoes with gravy, cheese and corn. On second thought, I should've got something else since we had chicken tenders for an appetizer but who doesn't love fried chicken. The chicken tenders had perfect breading and perfectly fried. The mashed potatoes got a little salty midway through. I had a bite of the BBQ burger and it was fantastic and so full of flavor. Order at the counter and sit at a table. I went at 3pm so it wasn't super busy. They brought the food out to my table along with cloth napkin-wrapped utensils. I wish there were more locations so I can come here more easily!

BBQ Brisket Burger
Shelby W.

The BBQ brisket burger with seasoned fries was better than a "real" burger from any place in town! Large serving size for a fair price! I'll be thinking about this burger until next time service is attentive and helpful. We've enjoyed Native Foods for many years!

Chicken, Bacon & Avo Club with Seasoned Fries
Andrea P.

First time trying this place out and I must say, I love it. Albert's customer service was top notch from start to finish . I ordered the Chicken Bacon Avocado Sandwich meal, with the watermelon Fresca drink so good. The flavors on this Sandwich had me going back for more, bite after bite. I've never had vegan food before and must say everything was freshly made with the freshest ingredients. I'm glad my friend put me on to this place and now I have a place I can explore the rest of your menu. Don't hesitate coming by and trying out their amazing vegan food, you won't be disappointed at all.

Options
Laura C.

Native foods was clean and inviting, bright and the man behind the counter was very friendly. The menu full was of different unique flavor palate options. I couldn't decide what to get, there were so many meals I wanted to try, but I was sold on the almost famous bowl because it had vegan chicken and mashed potatoes. It was delicious and the right choice to make. I will be back to try more on the menu!

Buffalo cauliflower po'boy with potato soup
Ashley H.

Food was pretty good. Prompt service with happy staff. Mellow vibes for a cute ambiance. Inside and outside seating available. "Burgers" are impossible patties but other than that I would try something different off of their menu again.

marcus g.

This is a hard review for me to make I don't like to give a bad review I want to say that the food is good, quality was good it was attractive had bright colors I didn't know what everything was but it tasted good really fills you up. Where I had an issue I would have to say is the Service I came here twice this week , once on a Monday and Mondays salad was so good I went back Tuesday to order it again on Monday, I ordered this chopped salad and it was fantastic, not to mention, it had a really nice cleansing effect on me later lol, so I went back Tuesday. This place is across town. It's not in my backyard. I went in a man that was there the day before helped me. I think he was the manager or maybe the owner the place is dead even when I was there Monday at lunchtime there was one person eating and that was it. I went back Tuesday at lunchtime one person eating nobody else 10 tables. one guy having lunch so I walk up to the counter the counter person was pleasant dress nice clean, nice smile I said I was here yesterday he saw me I said I had that chop salad it was fantastic I want to order it again but I don't see it all of a sudden he says yeah we took that off the menu this morning we're going to take it off for the summer and will put it back up at the end of summer I'm like you're kidding I drove all the way over here for that salad was so good.... so I'm looking at the menu and there's a lot of different things and I'm like well what's good what's like it....he says it's one of a kind nothings really like it that's a bad answer I say what about that Buddha bowl is that good as well? He says I don't give my opinion I don't know you..... I looked at him I said dude I mean this is your business for god sake's sell me something please sell me, tell me somethings wonderful he did not wanna engage in any kind of conversation I'm there I am your audience I said to him sir do your job tell me something is great I'm a nice looking guy with a smile I'm overweight so I obviously like to eat tell me the desserts are good they're all freshly made give me something, one guy eating in the corner 10 Empty tables. show me some love for God sakes I don't mind paying $18 for a box of food but show me some love show me you care that I'm here or say welcome back I saw you yesterday something anything please I'm begging you. now I got the food I took it home it was good I'm gonna put the description in this review , I would plan to make this a go to place once a week maybe three times a month I'm in Palm Springs there's an awful lot of good places but if they don't have soul I don't want to go I don't wanna waste my money in a place that doesn't seem care if I'm there maybe you could sayI hope to see you again thank you for coming but no nothing and it wasn't much better the day before the lady took my order she walked into the back where the kitchen is and she never came back until the food was ready and then she brought it to me nobody is in the restaurant make some chitchat eye Contact , a smile..... I also noticed that they don't seem to respond to any of these reviews and they have a Lotta reviews for the last few years but it seems that they don't look at them or they don't care...

Reuben Sandwich, Seasoned Fries and Side of Ranch Dressing
Lee S.

I love the taste of our dishes. We ordered three different dishes and my favorite was the bowl with the mac and cheese. I must say that what stood out to me the most was the ranch dressing. This ranch needs to be bottled and sold in stores! I would buy it! Service with a sassy smile is how I would call our server, lol. He knows his place, he knows his food, and although he's not vegan, he loves vegan food...haha! He came to check on us a couple times outside which was very nice being that we order from the counter and it's not a full service restaurant.

Buddha Bowl gf
Charles H.

Outstanding find! This little eatery is somewhat hidden inside an old shopping center, so take the time to find them. The food is very fresh, made to order, and filling. Their healthy options are good for both your body & soul. Pro-Tip: Their infused waters are made in-house and delightful. Very refreshing!!

So welcoming!
Brad W.

As always, Native Foods comes through with the freshest, healthiest food. Chris and Misty are such nice people. Chris was off the day we went in, but when he heard we were there, he texted us to ask how we were. Very neighborly! If you haven't tried their new breakfast burrito, you MUST! It is big, filling and full of all of the flavors you would expect from them.

Tony B.

I wish all restaurants offered such a nice selection of healthy options that taste this great. The interior is simple, order one of their many bowl selections at the counter and take a seat. I'm a fan of their hibiscus tea which reminds me of many Agua de Jamaica's. A perfect place for a quick lunch but still works for dinner too. Ps it's tucked in about 20' into the retail plex so it is not visible from the street.

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Reviews are largely positive. People highlight the fresh, flavorful food, creative plant-based menu, and friendly and attentive staff. The welcoming atmosphere and generous portions are also praised.

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Can I order food online?

Yes, you can order directly on their website

What is your soup of the Day?

It changes daily

Is the restaurant completely vegan/vegetarian? Are there any meat options?

Yes it's totally vegan. There are no meat options. However, many people who eat here are not vegan, and LOVE the food.

Is this restaurant dog friendly?

It is if your dog is well behaved. I have taken my dog several times and eaten both inside and out. She just quietly sits under the table at my feet and no one notices.

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The Front Porch - Lemon Ricotta Cake

The Front Porch

4.7(359 reviews)
1.9 mi
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SHORT ANSWER: Yes in many ways…read more LOCATION: on the corner next to FARM, so a fall back if you do not have FARM reservations and hate disappointment of being turned away. FACILITY: Small, limited seating indoors with very nice, fun, outdoor seating areas. Love this place. MENU: Simple, easy to understand, great photos online if you have any questions. FOOD PREP: Very well done, like professional in just how it looks. FOOD QUALITY: Professional in how it also tastes... Watermelon Gazpacho was perfect with drinks prior to main. LIBATIONS: drinks and bartender were excellent, fun, and the photo print was very cool. WAITSTAFF: just so nice, and fun making the experience all that much better. We have been enjoying The Plaza Theater so spending a little more time in Palm Springs and this will be one of our favorites places to relax prior to an event. OVERALL VALUE: Good, but it is Palm Springs, outdoors, great locations, classy.. no, not inexpensive but well worth it. TIP: I'd say be nice, be patient, and you will get a table. Don't be an angry rude touron, we don't need that vibe and we see some of that in PS.. You can try for reservations, not sure if they take off season.

Had lunch at The Front Porch in Palm Springs. We had the Italian sandwich, ahi tacos, and the…read moremelted Brie with nuts on top served with fig jam and pears. Food was really good - the Brie with fig jam and pears was delicious and the ahi tacos were fresh and flavorful. Italian sandwich was solid too. Giving 4 stars because service wasn't top notch. Overall great spot downtown at 117 La Plaza, would come back for the food and cocktails.

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The Front Porch - Indoor sitting area.

Indoor sitting area.

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Banana Brûlée

The Front Porch - Italian on gluten free bread, very yummy !

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Chef Tanya's Kitchen - Just love the food and vibe here!

Chef Tanya's Kitchen

4.8(1.1k reviews)
2.1 mi
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We were driving to L.A. so I browsed the map for vegan friendly eats along that way and found this…read moregem. It's about a 12min drive west of I-10, located in a small business park strip mall. It's absolutely worth the diversion. They have a small section with groceries, and a larger area with refrigerated goods. I tried El Cubano (no tomato, no cabbage), Potato Salad, and Key Lime Parfait. El Cubano was actually delicious. Their thinly sliced and seasoned seitan was perfect, as was the accompanying sauces and toasted bread. I'd order this on repeat if I lived nearby. I was surprised by how great the potato salad was. It had the perfect mayo/mustard balance, which is extremely difficult to find. I need a gallon of this. The key lime parfait was ok. I expected more (in terms of flavor, not quantity), but it was not bad. I've just had much better so I wouldn't order it again. I'd be willing to try a different dessert next time. It was gluten free so that's a plus! There were many other things on the menu that caught my eye, but I only have one tummy. If we'd had a cooler I would've grabbed some tuNo salad, Egg-y salad, smoked chick'n & pasta, and CTK tempeh pâté from their refrigerated section, because everything looked delicious. But now I have the perfect excuse to return to CTK on my next PHX-LAX drive.

The service here was great! The lady who took my order was so friendly and helpful and my order was…read moreready pretty quickly. I also love their little store section with the faux meats, seasonings, and merchandise. I ordered the bowl of chili, the Chupacabra sandwich and the Guadalajara burger. The chili was so flavorful and I enjoyed learning that they use Rancho Gordo beans. The Guadalajara burger had great toppings but as much as I try, I'm not the biggest fan of Tempeh. The chupacabra sandwich was good, the menu said that the 'chicken' is thinly sliced, I didn't realize just how thin it is. I think I would have preferred if it were slightly thicker and less cabbage. There was so much cabbage that it overpowered the rest of the sandwich. Overall, I think this place is a gem and I'd like to try their other menu items.

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Chef Tanya's Kitchen - Party sandwiches! We cater!

Party sandwiches! We cater!

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Modern Hippie with house made Crack Cheese

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Clandestino - Taco

Clandestino

4.6(894 reviews)
2.0 mi
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In downtown Palm Springs is an absolute standout if you are looking for an upscale, modern twist on…read moreMexican cuisine. Known affectionately as the "moody sister" to the incredibly popular local spot Tac/Quila, it delivers a chic, vibrant cocktail-lounge atmosphere right near the base of the San Jacinto Mountains. The hospitality here is excellent--the servers are incredibly fast, friendly, and highly knowledgeable about the menu details. They are also dog friendly!

I rarely leave negative reviews, but unfortunately, our experience at Clandestino was…read moredisappointing, especially considering we were celebrating my birthday. My partner took me here for my birthday weekend, and the evening started off wonderfully. We ordered an appetizer and drinks, enjoyed the atmosphere, and were looking forward to a great dinner. Unfortunately, the service took a noticeable turn after we ordered our entrees. After finishing my first drink, approximately 20 minutes passed without anyone checking on our table. We were seated outside, and there wasn't a server nearby to flag down. When our entrees finally arrived, they were quickly dropped off by someone other than our server, without anyone checking whether we needed anything else. I specifically asked that person to send our server over because I wanted another drink, and another five minutes passed before someone, possibly a manager or lead, finally approached us. By that point, I had been waiting approximately 25-30 minutes just to order another drink. There were two cocktails on the menu I wanted to try, so I asked for both. His response was curt and surprisingly uncomfortable: "We don't usually do two drinks because it looks like we're overserving." I completely understand and respect a restaurant's responsibility to serve alcohol responsibly. My issue wasn't necessarily with the policy itself, but with how it was communicated. His tone felt dismissive and almost reprimanding, as though I'd done something inappropriate simply by asking to order two cocktails. I'd only had one drink up to that point, was enjoying a full meal, and had given no indication that I was intoxicated. What made the interaction particularly frustrating was that the restaurant's lack of attentiveness had created the situation in the first place. Had someone checked on our table regularly, I likely would have ordered another cocktail much earlier. Instead, after nearly half an hour of waiting, I was made to feel uncomfortable for requesting two drinks when someone finally appeared. It was also a little confusing considering the restaurant offers a margarita flight on its own menu. While I understand that's not necessarily equivalent to two full cocktails, it does make the response feel somewhat inconsistent with the experience the restaurant promotes. A more hospitality-focused response could have been as simple as, "Absolutely, let's start with one and I'll check back shortly to see if you're ready for the second." That would have respected the restaurant's policy while still making me feel like a valued guest. We spent approximately 2.5 hours at the restaurant, and I don't think wanting to enjoy two or three cocktails over the course of a birthday dinner is particularly unreasonable. Ultimately, this was disappointing because the evening started so positively. The food and atmosphere were enjoyable, and I genuinely wanted to love this restaurant. Unfortunately, the extended gaps in service and the unnecessarily uncomfortable interaction overshadowed what should have been a special occasion. Hospitality is about more than serving good food. It's also about making guests feel welcomed, comfortable, and taken care of. Unfortunately, that wasn't our experience, and I don't see us returning.

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Clandestino - The Bar Area

The Bar Area

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Fried Squash Blossoms

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El Salvador Cafe - Pupusas

El Salvador Cafe

4.5(268 reviews)
3.2 mi
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Delicious pupusas in Palm Springs! I discovered El Salvador Cafe while shopping next door at…read moreAlbertson's, and I was craving a pupusa or two before heading out for a festival. Initially, we were quoted about a 30 minute wait, but when the staff heard we were on a time crunch, they expedited our order so that it came out much faster. Customer service here was fantastic, especially with only one cook in the kitchen! Everything is made to order, and I enjoyed every bite. The pupusas were fully loaded, and I had leftovers to take home. We dined in, and it was a nice casual place to enjoy a traditional Salvadoran breakfast. Pro tip: there's a second location just a few miles away.

The pupusas were tasty, but the service is what will make me want to return. What a friendly and…read morewelcoming environment! I felt like I made a new friend. Explained everything we asked about, made good recommendations, then delivered it with a smile along with salsa and coleslaw. We ate outside and she even wiped off our table when we sat down. The guacamole had a bit too much lime and other fillers for my tastes, but the tortilla chips, hot out of the fryer were yummy. The tamales that come fried or steamed, didn't wow us. We tried the chicken, pork, bean and cheese, and vegetarian loca pupusas and ate every bite. The condiments added a flavor boost. FYI: the loca versions are bigger than the regular ones. Reasonably priced. Staff that don't act bothered by your business. Yummy food. We'll be back.

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El Salvador Cafe - Revueltas Pupusa ($4.50) & Empanadas de Platano ($6.50 for 3)

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