Heads Up, Foodies! Greater Palm Springs Restaurant Week Is ​Back From May 30-June 8

There is more to Greater Palm Springs than sprawling resorts, green golf courses and an impressive art scene. This oasis is home to some of the best dining Southern California has to offer. Now, thanks to Greater Palm Springs Restaurant Week, you can experience the unique culinary scene for yourself. This annual event returns May 30-June 8, offering foodies 10 days of pre-set menus and exclusive dining offers. Whether you’re eager to try a few new Greater Palm Springs restaurants or simply looking to support the local community, here is where to dine during Greater Palm Springs Restaurant Week this year.

 

Pacifica Seafood Restaurant

Restaurant Week Offer: $59 prix-fixe menu

For over 15 years, Pacifica Seafood Restaurant has been a go-to favorite in the heart of Palm Desert, and Greater Palm Springs Restaurant Week is the perfect excuse to finally book that dinner reservation. With its mountain-view rooftop patio, sleek indoor dining room and lively bar scene, Pacifica at The Gardens on El Paseo pairs warm hospitality with seriously elevated coastal cuisine. This year’s $59 prix-fixe menu delivers on flavor and variety, starting with standouts like tomato-watermelon gazpacho and classic New England chowder. Entrees range from sugar-spiced salmon with garlic mash to tender beef short ribs and Tuscan spice-seared cauliflower for plant-based diners.

Location: Palm Desert

 

Lola Rose

Restaurant Week Offer: Special lunch menu

A stylish newcomer to the Greater Palm Springs dining scene, Lola Rose is already turning heads—and plates—with its bold take on Middle Eastern flavors. Located inside the chic new Thompson Palm Springs, this vibrant restaurant and bar serves up globally inspired dishes with unexpected twists, all in a space that blends midcentury glam with a modern edge. During Restaurant Week, this Palm Springs restaurant is offering a special lunch menu that’s as inventive as its cocktail list—don’t be surprised if your drink arrives with a side of flair. Whether you’re lounging in a cozy booth or gathering with friends at a communal table, Loa Rose delivers serious vibes. Bonus: their weekly Rhythm & Muse brings live music every Friday and Saturday from 7 to 11 p.m., making it the perfect place to keep the celebration going long after lunch wraps.

Location: Palm Springs

 

Kestrel

Restaurant Week Offer: $59 dinner menu

Celebrity chef Richard Blais is serving up serious flavor at Kestrel, his fresh new concept at Indian Wells Golf Resort. Greater Palm Springs Restaurant Week is your chance to taste his signature twist on California cuisine. The $59 prix-fixe dinner menu is a creative showcase of Blais’ playful yet refined style, featuring starters like hearts of palm Caesar or a watermelon poke that’s equal parts refreshing and surprising. For mains, choose between pan-roasted Chilean sea bass with ginger-spiced sauce or a juicy Mishima Reserve zabutan steak frites topped with chimichurri butter. Want to go all in? Add the Moroccan vegetable tagine for an extra hit of spice and soul. Dessert brings it home with a decadent carrot-date cake or a classic cheesecake done just right. And yes—liquid nitrogen margaritas are very much on the menu.

Location: Indian Wells

 

Sol Y Sombra

Restaurant Week Offer: $49 prix-fixe menu

Located at The Paloma Resort, Sol Y Sombra is a funky poolside restaurant that boasts a tapas-style menu with plenty of Spanish highlights. The Restaurant Week pre-fixe menu starts with your choice of tapas. Both the chicken and vegan empanadas come with two each. However the mushroom and ham and cheese croquettes will make your first course a tough decision. Though the vegetarian paella is a great option for plant-based diners, the paella tierra y mar with chicken, pork and shrimp is a must-order entree. To wrap things up, choose between the orange cheesecake, flourless chocolate cake or a scoop of sorbet.

Location: Cathedral City

 

PS Underground

Restaurant Week Offer: Two dinner show experiences ($99 each)

For a one-of-a-kind night out during Greater Palm Springs Restaurant Week, PS Underground delivers dinner, drinks and dazzling entertainment all in one. This immersive supper club is offering two exclusive themed experiences. “Ponytails, Chiffon & Shangri-La” (May 30-June 3) takes diners back to the soulful sounds and retro flair of the ’50s and ’60s with live performances by award-winning cabaret singer Francesca Amari and a nostalgic three-course menu to match. Meanwhile, Route 66 (June 4-7) is a musical road trip celebrating iconic American artists and regional dishes inspired by the legendary highway. Both experiences include a chef-crafted dinner, bottomless beer, wine and cocktails—all for just $99. Reservations are a must, and dietary accommodations are happily made with advance notice.

Location: Palm Springs

 

533 Viet Fusion

Restaurant Week Offer: $39 dinner menu

From Vietnamese fare to Thai food, 533 Viet Fusion is the ultimate place for Asian cuisine in Greater Palm Springs. The $39 restaurant week prix-fixe menu allows you to choose between a multitude of dishes so you can create your ideal three-course dinner. The starters include mango summer rolls, chicken lemongrass meatballs or crispy egg rolls. Meanwhile the entree options range from noodle dishes and curry to braised short rib. For dessert, keep things light with the coconut lime flan or indulge in the rich flourless chocolate cake.

Location: Palm Springs

 

Cuistot

Restaurant Week Offer: $59 pre-set menu

Created by Chef-Owner Bernard Dervieux, Cuistot brings a true taste of France to Greater Palm Springs. The elegant setting—with stone walls, red drapery, and crisp white tablecloths—sets the stage for a prix-fixe menu that blends classic flavors with seasonal ingredients. The special Restaurant Week menu allows patrons to experience the best of Cuistot for a fair price, and when it comes to your first course, you’ll have to make some hard decisions. Diners can choose from heirloom tomato tartare, mussels in a tarragon-shallot white wine sauce, a fingerling potato salad with saucisson de Lyon, or a chilled asparagus vichyssoise topped with fresh truffle. From almond-crusted branzino to a sliced New York paver with black pepper and Roquefort, the entrees are nothing short of rich and hearty.

Location: Palm Desert

 

The Steakhouse at Agua Caliente Casino Palm Springs

Restaurant Week Offer: $59 pre-set menu

A longtime favorite among locals and visitors alike, The Steakhouse at Agua Caliente Casino Palm Springs offers casual fine dining with mountain and downtown views from its inviting outdoor patio. Honored by Wine Spectator and OpenTable diners year after year, this restaurant is known for its warm service, extensive California wine list, and consistently satisfying dishes. During Greater Palm Springs Restaurant Week, guests can look forward to a thoughtfully crafted prix-fixe menu that reflects the kitchen’s skill with both steakhouse classics and seasonal specialties.

Location: Palm Springs

 

Cork & Fork

Restaurant Week Offer: $39 dinner

Cork & Fork is the perfect place for couples and groups seeking shared plates paired with great wines. The swanky, industrial interior sets the scene for a tasty multi-course dinner for $39 during Restaurant Week. Its complete with an amuse bouche and dishes like grilled watermelon, Thai shrimp cakes, filet mignon tacos, veggie and kale dumplings and more. The dessert course features the gelato or sorbet of the day. However, if you don’t have a sweet tooth, you can forgo dessert and order two items from the first course!

Location: Indio

 

La Quinta Brewing Co.

Restaurant Week Offer: Lunch + dinner specials

Seeking something quick and casual? La Quinta Brewing Co.’s beloved taprooms in Palm Desert serve up some of the crispest and most thirst-quenching brews in the region. Locals love La Quinta Brewing Co. for the cold pints and warm pretzels—but their Greater Palm Restaurant Week special is next-level. Swing by the Palm Desert taproom and snag two small plates and two small pints for just $25. Perfect for a chill date night or a bestie beer break. Cheers to good deals and even better company.

Location: Palm Desert

 

Lulu California Bistro

Restaurant Week Offer: $35 lunch menu + $49 dinner menu

Whether you choose to sit in the buzzy dining room or out on the lively terrace, Lulu California Bistro is making its mark during Restaurant Week with top-notch lunch and dinner menus. Both pre-set menus are three courses, and some dishes are served for both lunch and dinner. That said, the entree options for dinner are a bit more elevated. Take advantage of these discounted specials!

Location: Palm Springs

 

Si Bon

Restaurant Week Offer: $39 dinner menu

Sure, Si Bon is famous for its waffles—but this Restaurant Week dinner special is stealing the spotlight. The three-course menu lets you mix and match your favorites. Start with capellini pasta carbonara, New England chowder or a classic Caesar. When it comes to the main course, opt for the chicken schnitzel, sautéed Pacific sole or shrimp and steak surf and turf. And don’t forget to save room for dessert! Options like the chocolate richelieu gâteau, raspberry mousse ‘marquise,’ or a scoop of gelato or sorbetto seal the deal.

Location: Rancho Mirage

 

Azure Palm Café

Restaurant Week Offer: Special lunch/dinner menu + half-day hot springs pass

Find yourself hungry after a long day at the spa? Azure Palm Café at Azure Palm Hot Springs Resort & Day Spa Oasis is a seasonally-driven restaurant that is both casual and cozy. Expect fresh produce, clean juices and refreshing wines alongside simple dishes like sandwiches, burgers, salads, flatbreads and more. During Restaurant Week, guests can look forward to a special lunch and dinner menu. It features standout dishes like the sesame seared wild caught tuna bowl, taro chips and hearts of palm dip and avo chicken wrap. 

Location: Desert Hot Springs