Address: 1785 E Tahquitz Canyon Way, Palm Springs, CA 92262
Workshop Kitchen + Bar
This Michelin-recommended restaurant in the city’s Uptown Design District is ideal for a special dinner out. “Chef Michael is passionate about farm-to-table cooking and sources from local Coachella Valley farms,” Ostermeyer says, adding that Workshop Kitchen + Bar’s menu changes seasonally and their cocktail list leans heavily on house-made ingredients. “Best for a date night or dinner with friends.”
Address: 800 N Palm Canyon Dr, Palm Springs, CA 92262
Jillian’s
Photo: Jillian’s
“If you’re willing to make the quick drive to Palm Desert, Jillian’s is well worth the journey. “The restaurant is in a beautiful turn-of-the-century hacienda that is family-owned and has one of the most beautiful dining rooms,” Delgado says. “Also, lovely food.”
Address: 74155 El Paseo, Palm Desert, CA 92260
Las Casuelas Nuevas
Another Rancho Mirage mainstay, Las Casuelas Nuevas is owned by Delgado and his family. “I grew up in it and have been in charge of menu design and decorating the building,” he shares, adding that he’ll be tying the knot there in November. As for the cuisine, guests can expect multi-generation familial classic Mexican food and “giant” margaritas.
Address: 70-050 CA-111, Rancho Mirage, CA 92270
Farm
For those on the hunt for a quintessential desert lunch spot where you can enjoy a grilled chicken sandwich and black peach tea, head straight for Farm. “You feel like you’re in the south of France there,” says Mitchel Karp, founder of Mitchells Palm Springs.
Address: 6 La Plaza Palm Springs, CA 92262
Gabinos Creperie
Not a minute to spare for a sit-down meal in between frequenting your favorite vintage shops? Better grab a quick bite at Gabinos Creperie. “They serve crepes out of a window and have a delicious generational passed-down sauce,” says Delgado. “The brothers who own it are local and delightful.”