My partner and I came to Palm Springs (from OC) to visit Bootlegger, the Reef, and Tonga Hut on a…read more"tiki tour" a few months ago. All were good, but we couldn't stop thinking about the excellent drinks and experience we had at Bootlegger. A few weekends ago, we were just about to head to Tiki Oasis in San Diego, but we called an audible and decided to make an impromptu trip back to Palm Springs just to visit Bootlegger again. As luck would have it, the same bartenders from our first visit (John and Dave) were there. Our first experience was not a fluke. Again, we had a series of delicious cocktails -- five in total, and none dipped in quality. Plus, John and Dave were welcoming, fun, and friendly. Out of the 30+ tiki bars we've visited, we'd rank Bootlegger in our top three. Highly recommend. We're already planning our next trip back.

Bootlegger Tiki has quickly become one of my favorite spots in town, and after visiting for the…read moresecond time, I can confidently say it delivers an exceptional experience every single time. The atmosphere hits the perfect balance between cozy, retro, and vibrant. From the moment you walk in, the moody lighting, detailed tropical decor, and intimate setting set an incredible vibe that instantly makes you feel like you've escaped to a secret oasis. It is ideal for catching up with friends, starting off a night out, or enjoying a relaxed evening drink. Beyond the fantastic ambiance, the service is top-notch. The staff and bartenders are incredibly welcoming, knowledgeable, and passionate about what they do. They are always happy to recommend options based on your taste, and the attention to detail in every cocktail really shows. The drinks themselves are expertly crafted, balanced, and beautifully presented--you can tell real thought goes into the menu. Whether you are looking for classic tiki flavors or unique craft creations, everything served is flavorful and high quality. The small bites are equally impressive and pair wonderfully with the drink selection. Having gone twice now, Bootlegger Tiki has officially earned a permanent spot on my go-to list whenever I'm looking for great drinks, wonderful service, and an unforgettable atmosphere. I already cannot wait to go back for round three--highly recommended to anyone looking for a fantastic night out on Palm Canyon Drive!

I came here this evening and honestly ended up having a really good experience. When I first got…read morehere, there was about a 45-minute wait for a table for one. After waiting around 20 minutes, I decided to just grab a seat at the bar, and I'm actually glad I did. There was no wait, and even though the restaurant was packed, my food came out really fast. Jon was my primary server. He was polite but was not attentive, I didn't feel like we connected much during the meal. The front staff was very friendly, though, and helped me with some recommendations. I ordered the guacamole with chips and salsa, fried whole jalapeño, chile relleno, and rice and beans. Everything was fresh, flavorful, and well seasoned. The guacamole was really good, the rice and beans had a lot of flavor, and the fried jalapeño with the habanero sauce had just the right amount of heat. If you like spicy food, I'd definitely recommend trying it. The chile relleno was recommended by Alvaro, and he told me it reminds him of his grandma whenever he eats it. I really liked hearing that because it made the recommendation feel personal, and he was absolutely right, it was delicious. Huge shoutout to Alvaro. He wasn't even my primary server, but he kept an eye on me, checked in, helped with recommendations, and made sure everyone around the bar was taken care of. He was just genuinely friendly and easy to talk to, and that stood out to me. For dessert, I tried the Pan de Elote for the first time, again on Alvaro's recommendation. I had never tried it before, but trust me, hands down, it was really good. I'm glad he convinced me to give it a try because it was the perfect way to finish the meal. The kitchen deserves a shoutout too. Everything came out cooked well and looked great. The restaurant is clean, nicely decorated, and has both indoor and outdoor seating, and I thought the prices were pretty reasonable. I've been to a few highly rated places around Palm Springs that looked great on paper but didn't quite live up to the reviews, so it was nice to finally have a meal that actually delivered. Good food, good atmosphere, and genuinely nice people. Alvaro definitely made the experience more memorable!!!!

The food at Clandestino in Palm Springs was good, but unfortunately, the portions were extremely…read moresmall for the price. We honestly felt like we paid full size prices for kid size meals and left still hungry. We had another appointment immediately afterward, so we didn't have time to order anything else, which made it even more disappointing. We've been to the Azusa location, and the difference in portion sizes is surprising! The servings there are easily 2-3 times the amount. For what we paid in Palm Springs, we definitely expected more. The food itself was enjoyable, but the value and portion sizes really missed the mark for us.

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.

For a quick getaway and great vibe spot, this rooftop is great to have an evening of joy. Music,…read moregreat customer service and wonderful bartenders made it a must. Ratings - 5 Price - $$ Quality - 4 Ambiance - 5 Portions - 5 Cleanliness - 5

Unfortunately, we had a really disappointing experience at Rooftop 262. We arrived and were seated,…read morebut after that it felt like we were completely forgotten about. We waited and repeatedly tried to get someone's attention while watching staff standing around talking amongst themselves and answering phone calls. What made it especially frustrating was that a couple who arrived after us had their drink order taken and were already being served while no one had even come over to take our order. After waiting and trying to get someone's attention with no luck, we finally decided to get up and leave. We came excited to enjoy the rooftop, have dinner, and spend our evening there, but unfortunately we never even got the opportunity to order. Really disappointing service and definitely not the experience we expected.

Yaaaaaas! Took my cuzzos here as they wanted to experience an American Dragshow. Being the ally…read morethat I was, I went along with them. Here was my experience. AMBIANCE Parking: Street parking and plaza parking. You really shouldn't have any issues unless there's a major festival or something. Seating: Plenty of seating! I mainly saw inside seating from groups to bars. Vibes: You're pretty much in Downtown Palm Springs but also prime location for LGBTQ+ nightlife. The spot itself can be chill and not so chill depending on the events. Regardless, I felt welcomed and enjoyed the vibrant and fun energy. The drag brunch was great! The performers brought charisma, comedy, incredible costumes, with plenty of audience interaction. Whether it was your first drag brunch or your fiftieth, the energy made you feel included. DRINKS Mimosa (Recommend) Simple, refreshing, and exactly what you want during brunch. Light, bubbly, and easy to sip while cheering on the performers. CUSTOMER SERVICE Ongina was served as the MC and was great! The servers were pretty cool too. Good banter, pretty friendly and a good flow. TL;DR OVERALL 4.5 Stars. Good flavors, great entertainment, and good energy! Whether you're visiting Palm Springs or you're a local looking for a fun Sunday outing or some fun LGBTQIA+ drag brunch entertainment, check this spot out. TIPS * Make reservations for drag brunch--they fill up quickly. * Bring cash to tip the performers.

B. O. R us. Absolutely the worst experience ever. I have…read morebeen coming in for years and today was the least pleasant ever. Thankfully the staff and drinks were /are constant. The people were off. Usually the music amd dance floor is hitting hard. Definitely not 9 months ago. . Something different.

I literally just had 2 of the best drinks in my life. Bartender Erica created a drink just for me…read more She's amazing! You want to go!!! The space is a whole vibe the music...the aesthetic ...I'll be back.

Place is vibe. I appreciated it being an older mature crowd( 30's-40's). Good drinks and great…read moremusic:

Fun bar with a solid happy hour, darts/billiards, and touch tunes. We came on a Saturday afternoon…read moreand the bartenders were friendly and helpful. We only tried a few drinks (Jell-O shots, well drinks and a canned bev). The only downside is that it's painted black inside with limited to no decor, which makes it feel a little dungeon-like. Otherwise, great spot to hang.

I would not recommend Tryst based on my experience. The blonde female bartender was extremely rude…read moreand made the interaction unnecessarily unpleasant. Customer service should be a priority at any bar, and unfortunately that was not my experience here. If you're looking for a place where you feel welcomed and treated with respect, I would suggest going somewhere else.

Excellent service & great cocktails ! Highly recommend. Comfy area by the pool. Relaxing atmosphereread more

Came here for a night cap on a Friday night…read more Maybe it was near the end of the night but it was hard to flag staff down to place an order. Amount of alcohol that was provided for the price of what they're charging was straight robbery, taste of the drink itself however was good.

One of my friends had been dying to try PaulBar, and the rest of us were very willing participants…read more The room is intimate and lively, with plenty of personality packed into the space. Paul greeted us himself when we arrived and gave us a realistic idea of the wait, which we really appreciated. It felt less like being processed through a host stand and more like being welcomed in. While we waited, one of the servers came over to see if we wanted to start with drinks. Naturally, we said yes. Once we were seated, everyone at the table had the same reaction to the portions: pleasantly surprised. I ordered the Steak Frites, and my steak was cooked exactly how I asked for it. One friend had the rack of lamb, while another ordered the clams, which came in a generous bowl with toasted bread for soaking up the broth. For the quality and portion sizes, the prices felt pretty reasonable for Palm Springs. Then there were the cocktails. We ordered a round. Then another. At some point, all of us quietly abandoned the idea that we were only having one or two drinks. They were that good. Paul came by later to check on us, and somehow we ended up hearing stories from his Studio 54 days. His sense of humor is sharp, and he has a way of making conversation feel effortless. Dinner basically turned into story time, and none of us wanted him to leave. He even checked in with us again after dinner. We seriously could have listened to him all night. That was what made the evening for me. The food was excellent, the cocktails were good enough to convince us into a few extra rounds, and the room has plenty of personality on its own. Paul's warmth and humor made the whole experience feel personal in a way you don't come across very often. My friend may have been the one campaigning to come here, but by the end of dinner, he had successfully converted the entire table. We're definitely coming back!

Do not let the location detour you at all…read more This review comes from somebody that grew up in the San Francisco area and has gone on food trips all over New York, Louisiana, Texas, Illinois, Florida, Hawaii, N/S Carolina, Arizona and Iowa, from Michelin rated restaurants to funky little places that we hear about from locals.. we try it all. Paul Bar is a fabulous experience, I've been here many times and the food as well as the service are always excellent! One of the many really interesting parts is there is a line to get in that starts well before the place opens up at 4 pm and it's like that most of the night HOWEVER the line moves quickly and once you get inside....OMG, you are transported into a really cool, dimly lit, swanky NY supper club with leather booths, tall bar tables plus there's seating at the bar (with many colorful locals that you'll probably end up making friends with) and the selection of food & drinks are so diverse, everything that my friends and I have ordered have been outstanding! Paul the owner who is very sweet is always there and oversees everything in his own quiet way to make sure everything is running smoothly and that his guests are happy, Whether you're a local or just visiting, this is the place to go for really great food, a fun time and an immersive experience and I promise you'll come back

My wife and I stopped by Tonga Hut for drinks on a hot summer night in Palm Springs, and we had a…read moregreat time. It was a Saturday night and the place was packed, so we were lucky to find a seat. The drinks were on point, the appetizers were delicious, and the food was good as well. But the real highlight of our experience was the service. Our waiter was awesome--super friendly, gave us great recommendations from the menu, and had some genuinely good conversations with us throughout the night. He really made the experience that much better. Overall, we had a great night here. Good drinks, good food, a fun atmosphere, and especially great service. I would definitely recommend Tonga Hut and would absolutely come back!

Another rad tiki bar in So Cal! As soon as you come to the top of the stairs you are instantly…read moretransported to the Pacific! We ordered the pineapple fried rice and Pork Luau sliders with fries.. Everything was cooked to perfection and the drinks were on point! We went midweek on a Wednesday and participated in trivia night that was lots of fun! Also took advantage of the Happy Hour Specials that they had between 5-6 pm.. Our server and host were very attentive and never let our water glasses go below half...If Tiki Bars are a thing for you; you owe it to yourself to get Tongafied!