This restaurant is set away from primary Palm Springs. We took a drive one night to explore and try this place out. I love that it's placed on the landing strip and enjoyed reading the history behind its existence. When you walk in you feel like you're stepping into another time. It's original decor and wait staff is very friendly. We ordered the spinach artichoke dip, ahi tuna starters, Copper Room steak, cheeseburger and Smash Burger. I ordered Tequila Sours and they were delicious! This place was such a fun experience, I would highly recommend! read more

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Avoid The Copper Room: Hostile Service and Pure Confusion If you enjoy being lied to and treated like an inconvenience, The Copper Room is the place for you. After being told by the hostess that we could order from the full cocktail menu on the patio, we sat down only to be immediately shut down by our waiter. When I pointed out that the hostess had literally just handed us the menus and confirmed we could use them, the waiter didn't bother to check; he simply gave a dismissive, "I'm sure," and brushed us off with zero interest in helping. It is rare to find a staff so poorly coordinated and a service style so openly hostile. We didn't even stay for water before walking out. Don't let the mid-century aesthetic fool you--the service is stuck in the dark ages, and there are far too many great spots in the high desert to waste your time being treated like garbage here. read more

Came here for a birthday dinner. Was recommended by our Airbnb host. So guessing it's the most decent restaurant in the area of Joshua Tree. Made a reservation ahead of time which i highly recommend as it was packed. The interior decor is 60's diner chic. Very cute and eccentric. Waitress took our order- felt a bit of pressure to order a drink but i opt out of alcohol these days and nothing really stood out to me. Partner got old fashioned. He said it was good. Ordered the tofu spring rolls and marinated cucumbers to start and got the cheeseburger (medium rare) and added fries which comes with ketchup and yuzu mayo? dip. Partner ordered chicken lettuce cups and chicken skewer. The appetizers came first and the mains came too fast like right after. But i understand if it's busy and they need to get people their food quickly. Marinated cucumbers 3/5 (partner said he liked them, not like din tai fung marinated cucumbers which is what i expected) Tofu spring rolls 5/5 Fries 5/5- so fresh and not dark and burnt Hamburger 4/5- good but meat isnt seasoned- only thing we finished (shared half half) Chicken lettuce cups- 4/5 (partners rating- didnt try this) Chicken skewer- 3/5- bit burnt Dessert was on the house for birthday! Got dark chocolate ice cream (3 scoops)- very nice, rich, tastes house-made but not sure it is. Overall ambiance is cool here and food is decent. Would recommend if in the area looking for a nice place to eat with eccentric vibes. read more

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I visited this restaurant with my family for dinner while visiting Joshua tree park. The vibe of the place was good with live music. We tried a couple of items in the menu. The spring roll was very fresh with basil and tofu. I liked the spinach and artichoke dip with the chunky artichoke texture without it being too creamy. The five spice fried rice was good too. For dessert, the basque cheesecake, it was yummy! The service was a bit slow, but we got a discount off the final bill due to the delays on their side, which was really nice of them to do read more

We just flew in for the day and WOW! The best ginger beer I've EVER had! The Tofu sandwich and the pilot burger were amazing as read more

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Wednesday, May 6, 2026 for my son's 28th birthday. The food, the service, the drinks, the music . . . All soooo good!! We all had the Gram-Arita and we each had a different entree. We WILL be back! read more

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Excellent food, excellent vibe, good service. A must in Joshua Tree! If you can get a reservation during sunset, do it. Food: the quality is unmatched for the price. Dishes are shareable portions. Our favorites were all of them grilled steak was tender and carrots completed it well. Chicken cutlet comes with salad and is so crispy. Shishito peppers had a great sauce. Bread pudding for dessert! Parking: lot Service: good. At first when we walked in, we have some issues with friendliness. The staff couldn't have been bothered to acknowledge our party. But the waitress was excellent. Vibe: very hip I wish we lived closer. I'd easily be there this weekend. read more

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Anthony was an exceptional server! We only went for opening/sunset/mocktails to check out this restaurant we hadn't been to yet. I ordered the cucumber as an app and they were perfect. Ambiance was swanky and gorgeous. I love the mirrored wall. I will definitely have to go back! read more

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What a cute, dainty and cozy space. The food was incredible, didn't get a chance to take a photo of the shishito peppers and cucumbers but insanely flavorful. Sharing a bunch of things is the key to get a dent in the menu. The team and service was awesome. They were able to seat us pretty much right away without a reservation read more

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This restaurant/Bar is a really nice and cozy place with a great atmosphere. The food is absolutely delicious, and the service is super friendly and attentive, which really adds to the overall experience. It's a great spot to enjoy good food and perfect for a Date night, Easily one of the best places in the area. read more

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Everything was great about the place on arrival; very cool ambience. Arrived as a party of 4. The food turned out to be awful; over seasoned, cold burger buns, and trying way too hard with the flavor. Sesame long beans were not edible. Our server spilled ketchup on my friend's jacket, not an issue in the moment. But after paying, leaving, and going about splitting the weekend bills, we realized we were overcharged by THREE entrees. Overheard the server telling the next table over she's normally a bartender right before we left. No pickup on the restaurant phone to try and talk to someone. Have no idea why this place is rated well, was terrible for the price and quality of food and super upset about the overcharging. read more

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This is the place to be...don't know what else to say other than everything was cooked to perfection, the flavors are a beautiful blend of everything right in this world, the ambience is incredible, the service was incredible, and the views are nice. I had the ahi seared tuna and grilled edamame. I was not expecting it to be one of the best meals I've had in a while. 10/10 read more

The Copper Room gives off total old school lounge vibes. It looks out over the runway of the tiny Yucca Valley Airport and has both a bar area and dining room. We came on a Friday night around 8pm and it was completely packed, so I recommend making a reservation. The bar area is first come first served but we noticed a cozy little nook that was open in front of the fireplace with plush chairs and felt like we got the best seat in the house. The cocktail menu features all of the classics and we knew we had to go with some martinis to fit the vibe--Holly's Gin Martini and an Espresso Martini. I loved the look of the menu and the cocktail napkins and the drinks were nice and chilled. You get a carafe with extra martini alongside the gin martini as well. We were in a bit of a rush so we kept it simple and each ordered the Cheeseburger, a straightforward burger but well executed. I probably could have used 2 patties as they're 1/3lb so on the thinner side but it was a solid burger. Overall I loved the experience and vibe here. It fits in perfectly with the town and I'll definitely be returning. read more

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Ima give it up to the bartender for his honest and amazing service! We had reservations, but came early to try to get a seat earlier and they wouldn't budge as far as seating. My biggest tip is, if you don't have a reservation and don't want to wait too long, get a spot at the bar area. Tables/counter seats at the bar is first come first serve, full service! Drinks: I ordered The Dude. I asked what the difference was between that and the espresso martini because they sounded the same imo. The Dude is sweeter, has a vanilla cream, & doesn't have any espresso but there's coffee liquor. The espresso martini obviously has espresso and other spices to add their own unique flavor. I LOVED the dude, def a little too sweet but I can get by. It didn't taste strong but man it hit me like a truck out of nowhere for just 1 drink. Food: We ordered the grilled shishito peppers, a cheeseburger, side of fries, and the sake cod. The shishito peppers was so good, seasoned with garlic and ponzu, giving that savory sweet & sour flavoring. The cheeseburger was a miss, taste was very mediocre, would rather have enjoyed an in n out burger, and there's no customizations so you can't add onions to it, and it's literally just the burger. If you want to order fries you have to pull out a $10 for a mountain of fries... The sake cod was really good, came with rice and shredded cabbage which was almost like coleslaw? If anything it was coleslaw lol. The cod itself was flavorful, very moist and flaky. Overall, liked it for the Asian inspired foods & the drinks. But definitely a bit of an overpriced place for what it is. read more

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This place was such a vibe, but the service was a dumpster fire. We had made reservations to celebrate our wedding anniversary & wanted a fun vibey place to have good drinks & dinner. We arrived a few minutes before our time & walked through one of the side "entrance" doors. We waited a few minutes by the bar & finally someone asked if they could help, we said we have reservations & she then directed us to the front to wait. Two more people came & asked the same question & finally we were seated & were greeted by the first person a few minutes later. We ordered apps & drinks. Some time had gone by & we were waiting to order. Our waitress was okay but wasn't very attentive. Our meals were good & we enjoyed it but I felt like they skimp on the chicken (which you add on if you want protein). The drinks were good & strong. It's a different mix of crowds, they had some live music/stage on the other side of the restaurant which I thought was fun. Just felt like we overpaid for the meal & service was mid at best. Fun vibes, weird staff & okay food. I'd stay for the drinks though! read more

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The food here was surprisingly sooo good! We had the pilot burger, fries and the crispy chicken lettuce wraps. All were amazing! Specifically amazing fries!! It was our anniversary so they gifted us the cheesecake and it was also amazing! read more

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The ambiance is really warm. The live Jazz shows are AMAZING. The menu is small but the dishes are lovely and the food is very fresh. The drinks and cocktails are wonderful. read more

My friend and I have been coming to the Copper Room since they opened. We used to get a table in the dining room. We have apparently aged out. Eventhough we always make reservations our seating has been increasingly downgraded. The worst was April 29, 2026. Walked into restaurant saw a mostly empty dining room. Was offered a dark table, the height of a coffee table with wingback chairs (more for a waiting area than dining). We declined and was offered a dark table that suited one person over two. We knew well how uncomfortable it was but we have been seated there more than once. Again all booths and all but one table by the windows was empty. There was a band gearing up to perform in the lounge area. When we were offered a table in that room under the speakers and as close as we could get to the toilets. We sat down but told the host we wanted to have a conversation, she was dismisive and told us the band wouldnt start for a half hour. We said we should eat fast, she had already left the table. Our waiter was very nice. We were patrons of this restaurants before the hipsters and youngins found it. Back when they charged an 18% service fee because the owners didnt pay their ppl well. They now charge a 4 or 5% service fee for the kitchen. We had our dinners boxed up and left. The band started up and it was loud. As we walked out the dining room was still empty. I always bring friends and family to this place, we were treated way nicer back then. I won't be doing that anymore. My friend and I won't be back. We will go to Kitchen in the Desert instead. We went last night and was treated well. Even got a locals discount and no service charge. read more

The vintage vibe here is off the chain...I acknowledge that dates me. It's really good though, you won't be disappointed. AND the music on Wednesday (killer blues) and Sunday (cutthroat jazz ) is worth coming by. I want to gatekeep, but now you know. read more

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Great food and service - arrived at 3:55 pm with no reservation or awareness that they open at 4 pm and the line went from 0 to 20 people in the next few minutes - haha. Got a great table just in time - next time I'll make a reservation or sit at the bar because it's worth it! read more

Ambience and service were great. Food was amazing we absolutely devoured the marinated cucumbers. I got the chicken cutlet with salad and boyfriend got the burger and we both enjoyed them very much. 10/10 would recommend this place. read more

The Copper Room - Cocktail Bars Near Me - Yucca Valley, California

The Copper Room is located right next to the airstrip for the Yucca Valley airport. This is a 1957 lounge that has gotten a second life. The interiors are purposefully retro and the mood is lively. We went on a Wednesday evening when they had loud music. I had made a reservation in advance so we did not have to wait for a table. We opted to sit by the music and the host gave us a nice corner booth. It was pretty loud but we liked the energy of the musicians. A server came over quickly to take our orders. They were out of the spring rolls I wanted, as well as the drink I wanted (strawberry fields). We opted for shishito peppers and the peanut noodles. I went for an aviation drink and my boyfriend opted for an old fashioned. The drinks were classic with no frills, which we appreciated. The food was good. There's a decent selection of food but we only opted for small plates as we had dinner previously. There are options for vegetarians and maybe vegans (I can't remember). I was surprised to learn the restaurant closes at 10PM. I understand that the Copper Room is not in a bustling metropolis but it was surprising to see the place clearing out by 9PM. At 8:45pm, the servers were already packing away some of the table lights, including one at an occupied table. With an hour left of business, the place looked like it was already closed. Being from New York City, this was a bit of a culture shock, where some people don't even start their evening until 11PM. And usually with an hour left to close, the bar or restaurants are still hopping and lively. I suppose this is just the pace of life here which I can respect. Though it seems like there is demand for places staying open later in the Joshua Tree area. Yes, there's a mandatory 20% tip. The language surrounding it on the menu is a little confusing, which leads me to believe people may be double tipping. Is that the intention of ownership - to create this confusion? I can see many people are unhappy with the way this mandatory tip is presented on the menu. Nonetheless, I think this is a decent spot for a cocktail and a small bite. I just wish they didn't run out of items so early on in the week. read more

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Service: attentive, helpful and so friendly! Always a pleasure going to copper room for a vibey cocktail night out! Food: the menu is fun and you'll see they aren't scared to play around with different flavors and palates. I would describe the fare as eclectic but cohesive. This time, I had the seared ahi with jasmine rice. It's a good hearty meal and I'd easily come back for this. Drinks: cocktails never disappoint and good selection of whiskey. Ambiance: it's cozy. It fees like you're really taken back into the 60s-80s. It gives.. inconspicuous.. a perfect rendezvous for a soft, low-spoken exchange. It gives.. John le Carré or Ian Fleming vibes. Iykyk. Recommendations: if you're going out for drinks and feeling a little peckish, get the fries to pair with your drinks! Bar area is the spot, if you want to admire the landing strip and really feel the vibe. read more

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Don't bother. They would not seat me at 4:30 except at a high bar chair which I could not handle (elderly walking with a cane). Another place I'll take off my list. It's just as well - I hear the food is good but they are rude and it's a dump. read more

This is a one of a kind place. Love the vibes & food. Parking is plenty, big lot. We had reservations but we didn't need them for Tuesday night. Had some drinks which were tasty & on a special. Got the cheeseburger & my friend got the pilot burger. Both were tasty. Also got French fries to share & those were incredible. Loved the live music, decor, & overall vibe. Service was fast & friendly. Would 100% recommend to anyone visiting read more

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Walking into this place felt like being transported to another corner of the world, far different from the (vast and bumpy) desert land through which we just drove. The ambience was elegant and cozy, with jazzy music and moody vibes. The food was exceptional. Our table got some appetizers to share, as well as our own mains: - fries: 10/10. The sauce in addition to the ketchup was delicious, and the fries were the perfect cut. We couldn't stop going for more throughout the meal! - Green Goddess Salad: 9/10. This refreshing appetizer salad had the qualities of a main dish, especially with the portion size. The dressing was good and the dill + capers really made it delish. I had this with the added chicken skewers, which had a unique soy sauce- braised flavor. I think a classic grilled chicken would have been more satisfying with the salad, but that is just my preference. - Sake braised cod dish: 10/10 this was amazing! The portions were great and the cod had such a nice flavor that went well with the rice. - Spinach/ artichoke dip: 10/10. Loved, loved this. I only wished there was more. Service was good and attentive. Be aware there is a 20% service charge and 25% for larger groups (for 10 ppl). read more

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This is one of those places I really wanted to love. We booked a reservation when we were local for Labor Day Weekend. We made the drive and were surprised to see that the restaurant IS ACTUALLY on an airstrip. There weren't any flights taking off when we went during the late evening, but the crowd and vibes were lively. The noise level was pretty loud for a dinner and I got the sense that maybe this was more of a drinks and light apps place, rather than a full on sit-down dinner establishment. The food was okay, not anything to rave about but certainly not disappointing. What really stole the show was the 1957 Martini (which can be made with gin as it should be LOL) that comes with caviar, shrimp cocktail, and all the fixing including a cute little sidecar on ice. The level of detail was well worth the $39 drink -- at least once when in Rome as they say. We probably won't make the trip out again just to eat here, but if we're in the area and are looking for a stiff drink -- this will be our spot. read more

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My girlfriend and I wanted to stop in for a cocktail and see the planes take off. We were told this was historic place in the area when visiting. The place definitely feels like it's still in the era of the Rat Pack days. Definitely an older place, the bartender was pretty friendly. I wasn't expecting Asian inspired foods on the menu, but I was definitely there for it! We ordered some skewers, the cucumber kimchi salad and some lettuce wraps, presentation was great, and the flavors were shockingly delicious. I wasn't just expecting bar/pub food. So this was a nice surprise. Definitely stop in for some snacks and conversation if you're in the area. read more

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Was in JT for some hiking and decided to try this place. The outside is unassuming but the inside feels like a time capsule. The bar area is big and the dining area had additional seating in the back. The service was great when we went. We were quickly greeted and seated without a reservation. The music was also great, they were jamming with the oldies and very diverse. Our server was amazing! He gave us great recommendations. We hope he comes visit us in Vegas! I tried the Spring Rolls which were really good! I also had the daily special which was the Seared Ahi Tuna with a side of Jasmine Rice. Everything was delicious, the tuna was perfectly cooked and seasoned! So mad I left my leftovers on the table. read more

Wow I could not recommend this place enough for anyone visiting the Joshua tree/yucca valley area! Delicious food reminiscent of the mid century and with a tasteful fusion. I cannot express how lovely the service was from Jacky of Whittier and the blonde Suzanne were! The decor is so cozy and warm a place where you'd love to drink your liver fatty. Highly recommend the steak and shrimp cocktail that I forgot to picture. read more

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I went to the Copper Room last night for dinner and the host was kind enough to find us a table despite the place being packed and buzzing with activity. We immediately ordered to Franciszkaner beers. It's always nice to see a place that serves genuine German beer. We started off with the spring rolls and the cucumber salad. The spring rolls were so incredibly fresh, crunchy, and divine. The sauces were perfect. My only complaint is that the spring rolls were so absolutely stuffed to the gills that they fell apart while you were eating them. But it didn't matter as my grubby paws picked up whatever I could find and shoved it into my mouth. The cucumber salad was absolutely delightful. I think they marinated the cucumbers and some sort of chili crisp or balsamic vinegar mix, incredibly fresh and crunchy with just the right amount of spice. We both ordered the shrimp and grits and they came out on a cast-iron pan. The shrimp was almost blackened and amazingly, not rubbery despite that. They had a firm al dente texture and paired well with the pillowy grits, which had just the right amount of butter and salt. They weren't too watery. They weren't too thick. The grits were absolutely perfect. We closed with the Basque cheesecake. I had no idea what to expect but oh my God. It was so good, I didn't want to eat it. I ended up shaving thin slices off of it with my spoon so that it would last longer. In closing, Phil Bronco, the head chef, is an extraordinarily talent and sooner or later somebody big is gonna figure that out and steal him from us. The chefs in their kitchen are next level. They care about their art. If you're looking for a place for a classy date, to the Copper Room. It's intimate yet extraordinarily social and their staff is great. read more

The food, the ambience, THE STAFF!! Incredible. Made our girls trip so memorable. Can't get over how lovely and accommodating everyone was here. Such a pleasant experience, we are going to make a yearly pilgrimage. Thank you Copper Room and your magnificent crew! Get the burger and the goddess salad! Unmatched! read more

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Made a reservation for Friday 6pm - specifically requested bar / dining tables next to the air strip - not the live music / DJ side. Request was made because I am a student pilot and being able to view the runway (L22) was my ideal dinner location. When we arrived, we were told that the dining hall side was reserved even though we saw a table for 2 that was on the airstrip side but we were put into the loud music / DJ side with no view. Hostess was rude, uncaring, and didn't care that I was a pilot. Server was OK, our drinks were good. But after she took the order, the food was nothing to write home about. Chicken cutlet was bland and had no taste. Salad was over dressed. Burger was tiny and lacked any flavor. Fries were huge but tasted institutionalized. For the $120 tab, very poor value. If anything, the crowds waiting was massive. Overall, a very poor showing at a very popular spot. Do not recommend! read more

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I let the hostess know that I was a party of one and was given the choice of bar, high top, or table. I chose a high top. Several minutes went by, and no one approached to hand me a menu or bring water. I finally flagged down the hostess who sat me and let her know that my server hadn't come by yet. She then asks me if I simply walked in and sat myself down, or if someone had checked me in. I told her I did check in--and then she realizes she was the one who checked me in. I got a menu and plate, and she took my drink order. The drink took a little longer than usual to come out, but at this point my expectations were pretty low, which became a self-fulfilling prophecy. As I sat there sipping my cocktail, nobody came by to take my order. Hmmm...a couple of servers even walked by my table in the meantime, including the person who checked me in. Clearly, the menu was still on my table. Crickets. By the time I finished my drink, there was still no one who took my order. It didn't seem that busy, and it didn't look like food was flowing out of the kitchen that much either. In fact, some of the staff were milling around by the kitchen. Oh well, I left enough cash to cover the drink and headed out. As one other reviewer noted, the staff was kinda weird. Is Gordon Ramsay still doing Kitchen Nightmares? read more

Can't even have a greeter on a Mondays night? Lucky they are the only place open late so they can give shitty service. I get it, I work in the service industry too. Good job sucking read more

Copper Room is beautiful, nice location for Yucca Valley. This restaurant is good for beef eaters. Unfortunately my friend is vegan and she was dissapointed with the food. I had the fish with vegetables such small portion that we had to ask for french fries to get something in our stomach. We are not big eaters. We are petite women. This is a place for snacks and liquor. read more

This place is cute as a button & coolest in town. The tofu burger was pretty good. Yuzu mayo is bomb. Fries yum. Broccolini was crazy good. Recommend read more

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Wow, what a great place. We sat at the bar and watched a couple of planes come in and land in front of the building with their passengers and pilots coming in for dinner and/or beverages. The drinks were fantastic, service was awesome, and the place has all the charm of a retro 50's spot. There were so many families there- a little something for everyone. This was a great find by my husband and I am so glad we rented a car to come up and check it out! 10/10 would return and have another drink or 3 :) read more

The Copper Room - Cocktail Bars Near Me - Yucca Valley, California

Copper Room has a neat it's like my grandma retro furniture vibes. It's a unique different and country desert cowboy. The service wasn't great, they automatically add 20% just be aware and our server wasn't good. I had the shrimp fried rice special it was great and my husband had the copper room grilled steak! The steak was perfect and amazing, both dishes were so good! My husband got the Spanish red wine on the menu very good and I had a Sicilian lemon soda mocktail! My husband had the basque cheesecake also fantastic! Highly recommend the drinks and food! The atmosphere was loud! It was a Saturday night! But only reservation we could get when we booked, you need a reservation or you likely won't get in! read more

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You would never guess this place from the outside would have this kind of hidden vibe inside! Luckily my friend found this spot when researching our stay in Joshua Tree and we're very happy she picked it! We made a later reservation at 8:30pm for 4 people since we had a filled afternoon. The restaurant was exactly what you would expect for a good Saturday night. Tables were filled, DJ spinning tunes with the disco ball going playing 70's and modern mixed throughout; the vibes were great. We waited for our server and ordered immediately after our drink order was put in. 2 in the group ordered dirty martinis they loved them- both served with a sidecar! Dusty and Dirty Martini Holly's Gin Martini I enjoyed the Mai Tai- they were served in a tiki glass but my first one was served in a rocks glass For food we ordered- Apps: Fried Chicken Lettuce Wraps Grilled Shishitos Entrees & Sides: The Pilot Burger (3) Fried Chicken Cutlet Chilled Sesame Green Beans Fries Broccolini The group enjoyed their burgers and I'm happy with my pick of the fried chicken cutlet- especially if you're a fan of capers!! The Shishito peppers and the chilled green beans were my fav!! The flavor and sauces added to both of those dishes made you want to keep grabbing for more! I will note food took a while to come out and we ended up the last people to walk out of the restaurant. But that wouldn't stop me from coming back (maybe just make an earlier reservation- we normally prefer to eat earlier too). 5/5 recommend to anyone who's stopping into Joshua tree area! read more

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