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Those familiar with Palm Springs culture know that poolside hangouts and outdoor explorations are essential daytime activities. At any hour, the region is known for cocktailing. Whether at brunch or a dark cocktail lounge, Palm Springs has plenty of spots serving inventive or classic cocktails surrounded by desert views.
If stationed at the right place at the right time, a dramatic sunset over majestic mountains. This update adds Indio’s Rosemary HiFi and the Skylark Bar at the Kimpton Rowan Palm Springs Hotel, while removing Downtown’s favorite Tonga Hut, the Pink Cabana, and the former restaurant at the Palm Springs Surf Club. Here are 10 stylish lounges, hotel bars, speakeasies, wine, and cocktail bars to check out in the desert.
For recommendations on where to eat in the Coachella Valley, check out these Palm Springs Restaurants . If visiting Joshua Tree and Yucca Valley, there’s a guide for that too. If awake in the early hours while in Palm Springs, Eater editor Mona Holmes might be that person quietly wading in a hotel pool at 5 a.
m. to watch the sunrise with coffee and a cocktail. Paul Bar/Food Don’t be fooled by the unassuming presence of Bar/Food.
Adjacent to a strip mall dispensary and liquor store, find a cozy bar and restaurant frequented by locals inside. Vintage touches are everywhere, like the stunning L-shaped mahogany bar and tables. The menu is easy to navigate, with owner Paul O’Halloran’s take on traditional cocktails, including the frozen Sidecar or black Manhattan made with Overholt rye, Amaro Averna liqueur, and orange bitters.
Sip either while eating wings, hummus, an iceberg salad, a burger, or steak frites. A post shared by Fred Silberberg (@fsaperture) The Heyday During the pandemic, Brad and Crystal Reihl took over the longtime Mexican restaurant JJ’s Mexican Oasis. They kept the red leather banquettes and excellent PA system and installed wood paneling.
Since then, the Heyday has become a popular hangout across the street from the Arrive Palm Springs hotel. Though many go for the burgers, it also draws imbibers coming for the classic Tom Collins, lemon drop, Negroni, orange wines, or Calidad on draft while listening to the well-curated playlist. Also featured in: The Best Restaurants in Palm Springs The Best Dishes Eater LA Editors Ate This Year, Mapped Tailor Shop Chef Engin Onural maintains a heavy presence in the Coachella Valley.
In addition to Venue Sushi Bar and Sake Lounge, and Sandfish Sushi, he owns the stunning cocktail bar Tailor Shop. Next door to the Twist PS hotel, the vibes are less casual than most in the region, where elegant creations are presented in a stylish dark room. Order the Sazerac, Old Fashioned, or a Ward 8 cocktail made with Black Market Rye, lemon juice, and orange bitters.
Try the Wagyu carpaccio for a small bite to pair with the drinks. A post shared by Tailor Shop (@tailorshopps) High Bar Located inside the Kimpton Rowan Palm Springs Hotel, head to the seventh floor to find Palm Springs' only rooftop bar. The pool-adjacent views are spectacular, especially at sunset, when a 4 Saints pre-dinner drink tastes the best, or as a stop at the end of a long day.
Though DJs spin on weekend nights, the weekdays might have a special activity like a movie night. Seymour’s Next door to the iconic Mr. Lyons is Seymour’s cocktail bar.
Like its steakhouse sister spot, it has plenty of style, with vintage decor and an outdoor fireplace lounge area. This is the place for adventurous drinkers who trust the process of a skilled bartender with thoughtful wine selections, classic drinks, and more modern inventions in a glass with unique ingredients like the Bijou with Fords Gin, Green Chartreuse, Carpano Antica vermouth, and orange bitters. A post shared by Seymour's (@seymoursps) Sign up for our newsletter.
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Please enter a valid email and try again. Counter Reformation Counter Reformation is a casual bar inside the Parker Palm Springs hotel. It’s unstuffy and beautiful to behold, and the best part is that reservations are not required.
The wine collection rotates regularly, offering excellent reds, champagnes, and whites, including the Azahar Vinho Verde from Portugal. The kitchen serves Portuguese-style cod fish cakes, oysters, and a garlicky plate of prawns. Local residents get a discount on Sunday and Monday with an ID that has a Coachella Valley address.
A post shared by Parker Palm Springs (@parkerpalmsprings) Rosemary HiFi This Midcentury cocktail bar is a regular stop for young locals who find charm and excellent music. Though a full alcohol license hasn’t been secured, beer and natural wines are on deck, along with actual turntables for vinyl selections, a rare sight in any city. For high-fi aficionados, the decorative speakers, book selection, and stacks of records pair well with draught beer and a glass of pét nat.
A post shared by Rosemary (@rosemary.hifi) Lost Property Restaurant & Bar at Skylark Go Go Bird’s Brandon Kida and longtime LA barman Rhino Williams partnered to bring approachable American fare and well-made cocktails to the low desert. Anyone can find a hearty dish to eat from day to night with Kida’s menu , while Williams’s cocktails swing between classic and inventive.
Try the Singapore Sling made with gin, Benedictine, Grand Marnier, cherry Heering, bitters, and pineapple and lemon juices under the Coolers section..
