City Guide
LOCAL GUIDE
Restaurants
BREAKFAST & BRUNCH
FARM
6 La Plaza (0.3 miles) – located in the See’s Candy strip mall across the street from Ruby’s
760.322.2724
With an eclectic South of France Inspired brunch menu in a gorgeous old Spanish villa, you can’t go wrong with Farm for a morning pick-me-up (and a very similar vibe to TALAVERA).
SPENCER’S
701 W Baristo Road (0.3 Miles) – one street over, two blocks in towards the mountain
760.327.3446
With a top-notch Sunday brunch from 8 am to 2:30 pm, Spencer’s is a Palm Springs classic with a varied menu and consistently great food. Also great for lunch and dinner.
ELMER’S
1030 E Palm Canyon Drive (2.1 miles)
760.327.8419
A fan of classic diner food and old school spots? Elmer’s has been around since Palm Springs became cool, and it hasn’t changed a bit. Their scrambles are to die for! A great spot if you’re craving breakfast for dinner, as well.
CHEEKY’S
622 N Palm Canyon Drive (1 mile)
760.327.7595
With a menu that changes weekly and is based on seasonal ingredients, they have a fresh take on brunch classics. Plus, amazing Bloody Mary’s. Expect a long wait on the weekends.
ERNEST COFFEE
1101 N Palm Canyon Drive (1.4 miles)
760.318.4154
Easily the best coffee in the desert, with fresh pastries every morning.
LUNCH
LAS CASUELAS TERRAZA
222 S Palm Canyon Drive (0.2 miles)
760.325.2794
Sit in their outdoor patio or under the palapa bar, get a giant margarita, and immediately feel like you’re on vacation. Live music every night, as well as during lunch hours on the weekends.
NORMA’S AT THE PARKER
4200 E Palm Canyon Drive (4.2 Miles)
760.770.5000
Open air seating and classic Mod decor, you can’t get more of the cool Palm Springs vibe than here. A rotating menu with fresh California style cuisine.
ON THE MARK
111 N Palm Canyon Drive (0.3 Miles) – located in the Starbucks center
760.832.8892
A fantastic deli for top of the line meats, cheeses, wine, and snacks. They’ll even make a custom charcuterie board for you based on your favorites! Grab and bring back to enjoy at TALAVERA.
SHERMAN’S DELI
401 E Tahquitz Canyon Way (0.5 miles)
760.325.1199
A classic Jewish deli and a classic Palm Springs staple. Huge Pastrami sandwiches and Matzo Ball soup galore!
DINNER
LE VALLAURIS
385 W Tahquitz Canyon Way (0.3 miles)
760.325.5059
The perfect date night spot; dine al fresco under big twinkling oak trees. Serving California French food, Le Vallauris is the perfect blend of classic and innovative. Reservations recommended.
BIRBA
622 N Palm Canyon Drive (1 mile)
760.327.5678
Beautiful outdoor dining with a quintessential Palm Springs vibe, serving Northern Italian food. Live music Thursday nights. Reservations recommended.
COPLEY’S
621 N Palm Canyon Drive (0.9 miles)
760.327.9555
A refined yet casual ambiance and part of the former Cary Grant estate, Copley’s is essential to old Palm Springs glamour. Their menu is a unique mix of Asian and European influence, specializing in meats and fish. Reservations recommended.
IL GIARDINO
333 S Indian Canyon Drive (0.4 miles)
760.322.0888
A casual spot for the best and most authentic Italian food in town. Tell Rosario that The Rossi Hotel sent you.
EVZIN
411 E Palm Canyon Drive (1.7 miles)
760.656.8764
Fresh and light Greek food served in a chic Palm Springs setting. Located in the funky and classic Caliente Tropics Hotel.
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Sweet Spots
PENINSULA PASTRIES
611 S. Palm Canyon Drive (0.7 miles)
760.832.6486
Try the lemon tart… you won’t regret it. Go early because the pastries sell out fast.
GREAT SHAKES
160 South Palm Canyon Drive Ste. A (0.2 miles)
760.327.5300
We love the Blueberry Hill (blueberries, lemon, & lavender) on a hot day.
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Vegetarian/Vegan
CHEF TANYA’S KITCHEN
706 S Eugene Road (3.9 Miles)
760.832.9007
Though it’s a bit of a drive (10 – 15 mins), Chef Tanya serves an ALL vegan menu – a delicious one! If you are vegan, this is the way to go. Worth the drive.
PALM GREENS CAFÉ
611 S Palm Canyon Drive #6 (0.7 miles)
760.864.9900
The best spot in Palm Springs for a healthy meal. If you’re really feeling those toxins, pick up a fresh juice, smoothie, or wellness shot (all delicious).
RAW REMEDY
116 La Plaza (0.3 miles) – Next to Farm, behind See’s Candy.
760.537.7227
Great juices and a large raw vegan menu that is highly customizable. Healthy and fresh!
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Nightlife
MELVYN’S
200 W Ramon Road (0.3 Miles) – at The Ingleside Inn
760.325.2323
A favorite of Sinatra’s and The Rat Pack, and not much has changed from those times – classic cocktails are their specialty and be prepared to be serenaded with live piano. Our recommendation: get a Negroni or an Old Fashioned. Melvyn’s also serves great dinner in the main dining area.
SEYMOUR’S SPEAKEASY
233 E Palm Canyon Drive (1.6 miles)
760.327.1551
Located within the elegant Mr. Lyons restaurant, this “hidden” bar is a cozy and classic lounge, with an outdoor patio with bocce ball. Get the Pineapple Tequilla Sour if you’re trying to cool down.
TRUSS AND TWINE
800 N Palm Canyon Drive (1.1 Miles)
760.459.3451
In Palm Springs’ Design District, this cocktail bar is hip, cool, and always bustling.
COUNTER REFORMATION AT THE PARKER
4200 E Palm Canyon Drive (4.2 Miles)
760.770.5000
A wine bar (with great food as well! Mostly small plates) that feels as if you walked into a hidden bar in Europe. It’s a tiny place and gets quite packed on weekends.
BOOTLEGGER TIKI
1101 N Palm Canyon Drive (1.4 miles)
760.318.4145
Located in the same space as the original Don the Beachcomber restaurant that opened in 1953, Bootlegger Tiki is everything you’d expect in a classic tiki bar. This is a favorite for the rum lovers out there.
THE VILLAGE PUB
266 S Palm Canyon Drive (0.3 miles)
760.323.3265
A local favorite “dive” bar. Don’t expect much other than fun music and plenty of draught beer. A great place to catch the game.
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Uniquely Palm Springs
PALM SPRINGS AERIAL TRAMWAY
1 Tramway Road (6.9 miles)
760.325.1391
Take the Palm Springs tramway up 5,873 feet up into the cool climate of the San Jacinto Mountains to enjoy spectacular views of the desert below. The tramway is the world’s largest revolving cable car, and the scenic ride is a memorable one. Once you reach the top, enjoy snow in the winter, hiking, sledding or a meal and drinks at The Mountain Station, the restaurant and bar.
MOORTEN BOTANICAL GARDEN
1701 S Palm Canyon Drive (1.7 miles)
760.327.6555
The Moorten family, all desert plant specialists, turned their residence into a living museum of desert lore. You’ll see thousands of species of succulents and cactus growing together from all over the world. Plus, the “cactarium” is an Instagram sensation. There are plants and pottery available for purchase, too.
INDIAN CANYONS AGUA CALIENTE INDIAN RESERVATION HIKE
S Palm Canyon Drive (7.3 miles)
760.323.6018
An easy-moderate hike that is quintessential to Palm Springs’ landscape. There are three trails — Palm Canyon, Andreas Canyon, and Murray Canyon — each with their own unique features. Hike up the Murray Creek to reach the Seven Sisters Waterfall, a must-see during the winter and spring months.
THE LIVING DESERT ZOO
47900 Portola Avenue, Palm Desert (16.2 miles)
760.346.5694
The living desert is a remarkable zoo and botanical garden representing the desert environment of North America and Africa. You’ll find over 1,200 protected acres, 450 wild animals, tranquil gardens, hiking trails, tram rides and more.
PALM SPRINGS AIR MUSEUM
745 North Gene Autry Trail (5 miles)
760.778.6262
The Palm Springs Air Museum is dedicated to the restoration, preservation and operation of America’s legendary fighters, bombers and trainer. It contains one of the world’s largest collections of flying WWII airplanes.
JOSHUA TREE NATIONAL PARK
6554 Park Boulevard, Joshua Tree, CA 92252 (about a 30 minute drive)
An absolutely stunning park. Stay past dark for ultimate star gazing. The town surrounding Joshua Tree is rich in culture, with art galleries and vintage and antique shops. Say hello to our friend Constance at Pioneer Crossing Antiques. Close by in Pioneertown is the famous Pappy & Harriet’s, a classic bar and concert venue where some of the most recognized names in music have played (a favorite of Paul McCartney).
SMOKE TREE STABLES
2500 S Toledo Avenue (3.7 miles)
760.327.1372
As if the Indian Reservation Hike couldn’t get any more beautiful… do it on horseback! Horses for all levels of riders are available, from novice to the most experienced.
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Art
PALM SPRINGS ART MUSEUM
101 Museum Drive (0.3 miles)
760.322.4800
The museum’s extensive permanent collection includes significant works by modern and contemporary artists, western, contemporary and glass artists, and features several temporary exhibitions throughout the year. Located 2 blocks from the hotel.
FLOW MODERN
768 N Palm Canyon Dr (1 mile)
760.322.0768
An impressive collection of Midcentury art and decor — located in the Design District, which is a great area of Palm Canyon to explore.
HEATH GALLERY
333 N Palm Canyon Dr Unit 117 (0.7 miles)
760.770.2779
Since Palm Springs is the mecca of modern art, it’s only natural to acquire some abstract art while you’re here. Heath has the biggest and most diverse selection of contemporary abstract art.
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Shopping
PALM SPRINGS VINTAGE FLEA MARKET
2300 E Baristo Rd (2.0 miles)
Open the first Sunday of every month (Seasonal) from 8 am – 2 pm. While this flea market is relatively contained, it is full of amazing and unique vintage finds. Admission is $5.
THE SHOPS AT THIRTEEN FORTY FIVE
1345 N Palm Canyon Drive (1.5 miles)
A unique curated collection of small shops with decor, pottery, and clothing – visit our friends at Soukie Modern for some of the best Moroccan decor pieces out there.
THE FRIPPERY – VINTAGE SHOPPING
664 N Palm Canyon Drive (1.1 miles)
An incredible range of women’s vintage clothing and accessories, from designer pieces to lower priced items. An eclectic mix of retro and boho-chic looks.
ELIZABETH & PRINCE
800 N Palm Canyon Drive (1 mile)
Classic cool women’s clothing – great especially if you favor a more neutral wardrobe as opposed to bold mod prints.
TRINA TURK
891 N Palm Canyon Drive (1.1 mile)
Get all of your Palm Springs wardrobe staples at this essential Palm Springs boutique – clothing for men and women.
SUNNY DUNES ANTIQUE MALL – VINTAGE SHOPPING – FURNITURE & CLOTHING
507 E Sunny Dunes Rd (0.9 miles)
Right across the street from AAA Palm Stars, and in the heart of the “Sunny Dunes Vintage Row”, this antique mall is two warehouse spaces packed full of unique home items.
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Getting Around
PALM SPRINGS BUZZ
This colorful bus will take you anywhere you want to go in Palm Springs. From 11 a.m. to 1 a.m., Thursday to Sunday, this free shuttle drives up and down town, making it the best choice to get around.
Nearest pick up location is Stop 10, on the corner of W Baristo Road and S Tahquitz Drive.
SUNNY CYCLE
Must book online at www.sunnycycleps.com
Scoot around Palm Springs on a 15-seater communal “bike,” equipped with flat screen TVs, a sound system, and an on board keg and coolers! Be prepared for the wildest bike ride of your life. Safe to take the tour day or night.
