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    Spencer's Restaurant

    4.0 (1.9k reviews)
    Open 8:00 am - 10:00 pm
    Updated 2 months ago

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    Moderate noise
    Classy
    Dressy
    Good for groups

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    Michael G.

    Another 5* event at Spencer's. We had the tower appetizer for the first time. Two towers for six people. It's so much we could have had just one. The price-fixe is a great option. Ian was our exceptional server.

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    Sarah G.

    Note: this review is for their dinner menu, I wasn't a big fan of their lunch menu. We started with the crab cakes and pineapple coconut shrimp, both delicious, but the crab cakes were my fav. I ordered the tuna tartare as my meal, which was incredibly fresh and paired with a sauce that made the dish unforgettable. My husband had the steak and it was cooked to his liking and full of flavor, although Spencer's isn't a steakhouse it was great. The mac & cheese was INCREDIBLE and easily one of the highlights of the meal. I also had the watermelon mojito, which was refreshing and well crafted. The main downside was the seating we were placed in the middle of a high-traffic walkway near the pool (pic attached) with guests passing by in wet swimsuits, which took away from the upscale ambiance, especially for the price. The hostesses felt a bit unwelcoming, but the manager was kind and friendly. Our waiter, Spencer, was great, attentive, and really enhanced the experience. I like to review restrooms in my reviews: Restrooms were clean but oddly located near the entrance, making the area feel a bit congested. Overall, the food is great and absolutely worth it if you're looking for a beautiful, RELAXED night out. PS. HAVE THE CARROT CAKE!

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    Regina M.

    Meh. There are much better places with much better portions and prices. Truly feel this place was overhyped. I would recommend coming here for drinks and the trio appetizer (crab cake, coconut fried shrimp and calamari) and leaving. The cocktail was good and service was nice. However, unfortunately, I could make better lamb and risotto at home! Come here before hitting Tac/quila!

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    Bill L.

    A friend has been wanting to take me here for years. We are wine fanatics and they have an amazing wine library. The food was so fresh and tasty. Shay our server was really sweet and attentive. Definitely recommend it!

    Wendy S.

    I'm super impressed by Spencer's. It's located on the property I'm staying. First off, it's so beautiful inside. I've never been to a restaurant that has inside trees. In the evening, with the string lights, it's the most romantic setting I've ever seen. Okay, enough of that, ha,ha... So I cheated a bit. I've brought a really special bottle of wine with me and I didn't feel like paying the $35 corkage. Plus, who wants to eat a a romantic restaurant by themselves. If I was with someone I would definitely have taken advantage of the waived corkage if you buy a bottle. They have a really impressive wine list. So I ordered their crab cakes and wedge salad to go to eat at my bungalow. The crab cakes were by far the best I've ever had! Very thin, somewhat crunchy breading. Beautiful, fresh, sweet crab meat and plenty of it. On top of that, the accompanying lemon caper sauce was so delicious! A must try!

    Matt M.

    Jorge provided wonderful service yesterday at lunch. The bar at Spencer's is a great location to have lunch while watching tennis being played and enjoying the weather. We had a wonderful Ahi Tuna Tartare with Iceberg Lettuce Wedge and Spencer's house salad. Great location close to downtown Palm Springs, CA. I also had a tasty "Even Par" IPA. Make sure to visit soon....

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    Saralee S.

    It's always a special treat to go to Spencer's. We love to eat in the indoor outdoor room where there's fresh air, but also a little bit of protection from the desert breezes at night. They have heaters all along the top of the walls. I always make a reservation because it's usually crowded there even though you can valet park. It's sometimes hard to find a parking place close by in that neighborhood. We had a reservation and still waited about 10 minutes to get in. We got a lovely table beneath an old tree on the indoor outdoor dining room, patio, and our white person was there almost immediately there's always bread and butter on the tables and lots of water. I ordered my traditional Sauvignon Blanc while my husband got a ginger ale. I always like the business man's lunch special because you get three courses and they're always good. The special was clam chowder or salad, grilled salmon or a meat dish and then flourless chocolate cake with ice cream for dessert. I also ordered some of their coconut shrimp since my husband was just having an entrée. The shrimp came out right away and it was very caramelized, sweet and accented by the pineapple slice. It was sitting on so some of my favorite coconut shrimp now. My clam chatter was delicious very hearty not too thick with lots of clamps. My husband's meatloaf entrée came out and it was beautiful. It was almost like half of meatloaf served with broccoli, carrots, and a nice pile of mashed potatoes. He was working his way through the meatloaf when my salmon arrived and it had the best light most delicate lemon sauce I've ever had on salmon so I really enjoyed that. The piece de resistance of the meal was the flourless chocolate cake, which was warm when it arrived and melted like a soufflé as soon as we dug into it. This is really old-school luxury dining. You're never hurried. The portions are ample and delicious. The weight staff is always professional and you really feel like part of the family when you come here. This is a restaurant not to be missed when you visit Palm Springs.

    Shanette M.

    Our waiter was very stuck up and he just annoyed me. We were a goup of 8 girls celebrating my 40th bday. The waiter acted like he was just tired of us and wanted nothing to do with us. We had to ask another waiter to refill our water glasses. The ambiance was nice. My group were all black and were blended in so well. The food was good. Very well season and a goof portion. Only sucked is that sides are $11.00 each and you have to buy them individually with the steak. The steaks come with no sides.

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    Mark Maureen C.

    We arrived a bit late for our reservation because of heavy traffic,but it was no problem. They seated us promptly. The outside area is lovely but we didn't have a table there. If we return I think that would be my preference. Our waiter was new and hard to understand but he was attentive and served us very well. We ordered a variety of dishes and they were all very good. They had a three course option and an alacarte menu. We enjoyed selections from both. I would recommend this restaurant if you are in Palm Springs

    Beatrice R.

    Let me begin with the moment we walked into Spencer's. We were greeted and seated by the most gracious hostess. Our server was delightful and helpful with our selections for an appetizer, main course and beverage. We loved every sip and bite of a delicious meal. It was date night so we certainly are left with such loving memories. We'll return for brunch soon. Thank you Spencer's for your commitment to excellence.

    Mckenna C.

    The food was absolutely amazing! The restaurant is off of a historic tennis club in Palm Springs. I visited on a trip looking for a place to dress up. The dimly-lit, romantic feel of the place is a perfect date night, for a special occasions, or any sort of celebration. The wait staff were impressive, they knew their dishes well and provided great wine and meal recommendations depending on my preferences. I ordered a glass of Cab and the Crisp White fish. The fish was buttery but also lemony, the corn potatoes and broccolini paired so well as savory with a hint of sweet.

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    Karen S.

    Dining on the patio under the trees with white string lights was delightful. Our server was prompt and accommodating. We took quite awhile to make our decision and he did not rush us. My husband ordered the filet which was prepared perfectly medium rare. I ordered the pork chop to be prepared medium, which it was, but it was still a bit tough and not as moist as I would expect. My husband had the banana pie which was more like a tart and enjoyed it very much. I asked for a banana split without the banana and no strawberry sauce and it was delivered perfectly. The ice cream was creamy and delicious and was served with fresh strawberries, blueberries and raspberries. It was the perfect finish! We will definitely return!

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    Ricardo R.

    Casual fine dining in a posh space in Palm Springs. This place is an established restaurant in Palm Springs in the Historic Tennis Club region of the city. One can find luxury cars outside the valet of the restaurant so expect the meal to be on the more elevated side. Food (4.25/5) This restaurant reminds me of a restaurant back in San Francisco called Hillstone because of the classic American menu items served in an elevated restaurant space. Expect steaks, cooked seafood, and pork chops to be the main focus for the entrees; however, the menu is extensive so even more classic items like meatloaf are available. The restaurant also offers a prix fixe menu for lunch and dinner and a special Sunday brunch menu. My orders depends on how hungry I am as the portion size is on the larger side. The dinner prix fixe menu for $60 offers a choice of an appetizer, entree (with an option to upgrade to a NY steak), and dessert. This restaurant does a great job cooking steak and can actually serve the meat medium rare instead of completely rare like others have done in the area. I'd suggest skipping the appetizers as they are big enough to be considered an entree and go for a salad instead. Save room for dessert because this place has numerous options to satisfy any sweet tooth. My usual order is the tiramisu but I've also enjoyed sorbet trio in the past. Service (4.25/5) This restaurant is very large with extensive indoor and outdoor dining spaces. On Sundays, be prepared to book a reservation right at the opening time slot if you want to sit outside as the outdoor patio is popular on the weekends. The service can vary depending on how busy the restaurant is, but the waiters are always courteous and friendly. Multiple water refills throughout the meal make for a pleasant experience as well. Ambiance (5/5) One of the best restaurant spaces in Palm Springs because of its location in the historic tennis club. If you sit in the indoor patio, you can watch tennis being played on the court next to the restaurant. The white table cloth setting along with a dark and moody interior of the restaurant sets the tone for the meal. The only drawback is that the bar is on the smaller side with no bar seating available.

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    What is the corkage fee?

    Good morning... Corkage fee is $30. Corkage fee is waived if you buy a bottle of wine from our award winning wine list.… Read more

    Are they still requiring proof of Vaccination in 2024?

    No we were there a week ago and no proof was required

    Do they use any organic ingredients? Organic eggs for breakfast?

    Aren't eggs organic by nature?!

    This is august and still requiring proof of vaccine are you nuts.?

    Yup! Not sure what these people are thinking. Had family from out of town without this on them, and we weren't notified ahead of time. CDC doesn't even recommend social… Read more

    Do you have to be vaccinated to go in... and also can I wear cargo shorts and a shirt?

    You have to show proof of vaccinations. They don't budge on this. It's really not worth going to.

    How old are the tree's in the patio?

    No clue but they are elegant. They have been there a long time

    Is there a dress code?

    I don’t believe so…very casual.

    Are they open during the for the next week? COVID 19 !!!

    Don't know..left town yesterday..call them... Spencer's Restaurant 701 West Baristo Road, Palm… Read more

    Are there vegan options and is there a dress code for lunch?

    Yes there are vegan options and it is pretty casual in the outside dining area which is great!

    Are reservations required or will a walk in on a Wednesday night be accommodated?

    I think it would be a big mistake to walk into Spencer's during season without a reservation. The restaurant is extremely popular. I suppose if you wanted to dine very late at 8.30PM or so, you'd be able to get a walk-in, but again I wouldn't… Read more

    Do you have a corkage fee?

    Spencer's Restaurant corkage fee is $25 per bottle. $50 per magnum bottle. We offer a daily special: purchase a wine bottle from us and we will waive the corkage fee for your wine bottle. One for one deal!

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