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    The Palms Cafe

    4.0 (576 reviews)
    Closed 7:00 am - 2:00 pm

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    THE PALMS CAFE ATMOSPHERE

    What's the vibe?
    Moderate noise
    Casual
    Outdoor seating
    Good for kids

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    Huevos
    Wl G.

    Quick, good menu. The Huevos could use less salsa but otherwise good The inside has the coolest booths

    Bacon Cheeseburger with onion rings
    Ben B.

    We've visited the Palms Cafe several times. This time we had Saturday brunch. The food here is good and plentiful. I enjoyed the burger and delicious onion rings. My husband liked the crab cake Benedict with home fries - but said they could have been warmer. The restaurant was very busy and noisy but the service was still great. Lots of easy parking available in the lot in front of the restaurant.

    Delicious Omelette... sausage, mushrooms, potatoes, and herbs YUM
    Layla M.

    Loved the food & views. Had an omelette cooked to perfection with fresh herbs, sausage, mushrooms, & potatoes. I can't remember the name of it, but I already know I'll be ordering it again. OH my gosh! I almost forgot about the amazing Blueberry Pancakes! A must! We sat on the patio with gorgeous views and perfect weather. You really can't beat that. If you're ever in Rancho Mirage, this place is a hidden gem & definitely worth checking out. It's located in a small plaza with plenty of parking & beautiful mountain views. Looking forward to my next visit!

    Biscuits and gravy, just kind of bland.
    Jason E.

    Service - friendly. Ambiance - festive. Kitchen - fast. Food - ok. I went for the first time and was sat super quick and was taken care of by Elizabeth. She was lovely and the perfect amount of attentive. The kitchen was on fire. I swear not two minutes after I put my order in, the food was out. Not really, but it was mega fast. My concern was the food, it was rather bland. I realize that they have to cook for all types of tastes, but there wasn't any flavor in anything. I had to add hot sauce e to it and then I got some seasoning. Unknown if I'll be back.

    Buttermilk Pancake
    Junior N.

    This is a must visit spot in Palm Springs. Every meal has been delicious, consistent and served up with warmth and hospitality! Their menu has everything to satisfy anyone's cravings. This non assuming coffee shop has a nice clean decor with neat picture booths. There's plenty of parking, so come on by and enjoy a meal

    Menu cover as of our 2/17/25 visit.
    Mike W.

    Not much new to report. We stopped in again for a late breakfast and still felt that the food was only okay (more seasoning needed) and the service was a little inefficient. I will say that the place was packed and most patrons we spoke with while waiting, love it. FOOD: We tried a simple 2 Eggs & Bacon and pancake breakfast ($15.45), as well as the Chili Cheese Omelet with biscuit & gravy ($18). My omelet was tasty, but the hash browns lacked a little salt, and the biscuits and gravy also needed something...both the sausage gravy and biscuit were "pasty" and a little bland. The eggs were supposed to be over easy, and they were well beyond (see picture). The 50's diner décor is cool and there's a nice outdoor patio, when it's not too hot out. Overall, we still thought the food was average, but it's always packed, so go figure. NOTE: The restrooms are located outside the restaurant, within an adjoining antiques mall. It's a little bit of a tricky trek to get there, especially for older customers.

    Michael G.

    Great patio and views. Great service Excellent tuna melt. Bathrooms are in the zombie mall that's attached.

    Delicious, chili, cheese, omelette!
    Cindy B.

    Looks like they took out the cinnamon in the food now, so that is good. The chili cheese omelette is still the bomb, and the county Benedict was just ok. Knock off one star for the high prices, breakfast just shouldn't cost over $20 a plate at a cafe.

    Vegetable Quesadilla
    Monty D.

    We came here on a lazy holiday Monday, mid-morning. While we were in a lazy mood, the staff was a hustling bunch. This restaurant is unpretentious - simple and straight-forward. They are a breakfast and lunch-time operation which makes their patio perfect for their opening hours. As we ate our brunch, I could tell this was a locals' favorite. Even though the staff was quick and efficient, they had plenty of time to be personable and friendly. We shared the Vegetable Quesadilla, see my pic. What you are seeing is mostly the tortilla: is was good and held up to the steam from the veggies. The side of salsa was very mild, a bit of lingering heat and had a moderate amount of flavor. The scoop of guac was mashed a fair amount, was reasonably fresh and was mildly flavored. What you aren't seeing are the veggies and cheese inside which the Palms has the right ratio. The cheese had a higher fat content so is smooth and creamy, while the veggies still had a bit crunch. It was a fairly decent snack for mid-morning.

    Chocolate chip pancake

    We have been eating breakfast here for the last 5 years. Service is fantastic, food is delicious & the cc pancake is by far the best I ever had.

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    Old style cafe, with booths and tables. Nice outdoor patio, dog friendly. Good service, food and staff.

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    Silverware was filthy, water glass had food residue, the server was nonchalant about it like it happens all the time.

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    5 months ago

    This place was amazing. Breakfast, drinks, service and ambience were excellent. We'll definitely return soon.

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    Have eaten there frequently over several years; the food and service are consistently excellent! Not fancy but nice ambiance.

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    Is this location pet friendly and we can bring our well behaved dog?

    yes. for sure outside they are very accomodating for pets. inside I think so to, but call to confirm.

    Do they still do the bottomless mimosas?

    Last time I was there for breakfast, there was no bottomless mimosa. It was 2 for $5, I think.

    Do they serve alcohol with brunch?

    Yes champagne and they are getting a full bar.

    Does this place have a wait in the morning?

    Almost never!

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    Nice tucked-away spot with both indoor and outdoor seating. We were greeted with a smile, which is…read morealways a great start. The sandwiches were very good, fresh, flavorful, and generously portioned. We'll definitely be adding this place to our rotation and look forward to coming back to try more. Thanks!

    The Lunch Spot was frequently recommended by others so I was excited to try it. Staff were…read morefriendly. I ordered two sandwiches. The #14 The House,,and #11 Love the Club. I especially enjoyed the #14 The House. It's a house-made chicken salad with nuts and cranberries and comes with sprouts, tomato, mayo, salt and pepper on Squaw Bread. The cranberries adds a mild sweetness which balances out the mayo and the nuts adds another layer of crunchy texture and flavor which I loved. If I were to be honest, I wasn't too crazy about their bread. On both sandwiches, it was soft which was good, yet at the same time, just a bit stale. While the sandwiches initially seemed loaded, most of the ingredients are right in the middle of the sandwich where they slice it in half, so while it's very visually appealing, there's basically a ring near the crust of the bread that didn't have much toppings. As far as the Love The Club sandwich. I think they are a bit heavy handed with the salt. The sandwich was too salty. At $33 for two sandwiches, it's also a tad bit pricey. Overall good experience and will be back to try more !

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    Such cute decor
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    #5 Daniels Best & #10 Veggie Sandwich with a blueberry lemonade
    #5 Daniels Best & #10 Veggie Sandwich with a blueberry lemonade
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    Sherman's Deli & Bakery

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    This spot that was featured on Diners Drive-Ins and Dives, and it definitely lives up to the…read morereputation. Ordered the New York style hot pastrami on rye with coleslaw and a Dr. Brown's Cream Soda. The pastrami was the highlight. Piled high, tender, and full of that classic deli flavor with just the right amount of richness. The rye bread held everything together well and had a nice bite to it. It's the kind of sandwich you have to take a second to look at before figuring out how to eat it. The coleslaw was fresh and crisp, a good balance to the sandwich, and the cream soda was cold and refreshing. Also ordered a slice of pistachio cake to go. Absolutely delicious. The place has that old school deli feel, busy but in a good way, and full of character. Service was friendly and efficient even with the crowd. Definitely a spot worth stopping at if you're in Palm Desert and want a proper deli sandwich.

    Was recommended to try this authentic Jewish deli and their pastrami. We were seated immediately…read moreand our server took our drinks shortly thereafter. Hostess and waitress were both professional and friendly. Our husbands ordered the pastrami, one in the and the other on a Kaiser roll. I split a turkey Sammy with my friend and we also split a root bear float. The pastrami was very tender and tasty and not at all too salty. Rye bread was good but too much bread with the Kaiser roll. Turkey sandwich was very dry and nothing to wow about. They served us pickles at the beginning of the meal which was good. Got a piece of chocolate cake to go as well as their rice pudding. Great experience but sandwiches are not worth the price.

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    Flowers outside
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    Sweet Basil California Eatery

    Sweet Basil California Eatery

    4.6
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    For my extended family out here in the outsize long-jump pit of Palm Desert, Sweet Basil has become…read morea go-to location for celebratory meals of late. Unlike so many other parts of trips out here - the oppressive heat, dodging careening buggies driven by seemingly lost and possibly inebriated golfers, and the discovery of sand in eyes / nose / shoes / liver - it's a tradition that sits very well with me. I'd even go as far as saying that the food here makes all of the above worthwhile. The restaurant has a car park to the rear and limited street parking in front. The interior has a lovely ambiance, quietly refined by subtle lighting and a gentle arboreal theme. I've seen it busy and our party has also had the place to ourselves on late visits, but I'd definitely recommend a reservation just in case especially with a larger party. The staff provide attentive and genuinely caring service, and the portion sizes are substantial and easily justify the more-than-reasonable cost. The food itself though is the reason this place is always a highlight reel spot for me. Every dish is a feast for the eyes as well as the palette, beautifully presented and packed with flavor. My personal go-to is the perfectly seasoned and healthy Harvest Salad, usually with an added protein (the blackened chicken adds a real flavor kick and the variety in texture that I love in great food). Fortunately my partner happily defaults to the opulent and delightful Lobster Lasagna, as I'd be loath to miss out on a bite or three of that too. Appetizer-wise, I'm yet to regret any soup-of-the-day choice. The Zucchini last night was... well... yep, perfect is no overstatement. Sweet Basil is an absolute gem, and a must-visit for any visitor here. The only even remotely negative things I can think to mention is to be aware of the rather early closing time for at least part of the year.

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    Mista Salad with Chicken
    Mista Salad with Chicken
    Caprese Salad
    Caprese Salad
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