This entire experience was fantastic. We just happen to get there right when the Marilyn Monroe Anniversary was occurring. This meant Marilyns everywhere, including the waiters, which made the experience that much more fun. Aside from that, we had made reservations ahead of time thankfully, because it was BUSY. But we were sat just as soon as we had arrived, and despite it being very hot out at the time, they had a bunch of shaded spots with misting fans. The drinks were fantastic, including mine which was a zero-proof mocktail. We all ordered different chicken dishes, and each one received high praise. I was able to try each of them and I was very happy with my fajitas, but I gotta give the nachos their dues. They were just as good. Chips were crispy all the way through, and not one was soggy from all the ingredients. Loved it, will definitely be back when I visit again. Id also like to mention that we chose this place as my friend's Bachelor Party closing dinner, and he couldn't have been happier. He was so thrilled with how the weekend had gone, that dining at Clandestino's really was the cherry on top. Thank you for making our dining experience such a pleasant one. read more

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Good food and service. West outside on the patio in 100+ degrees with misters blowing all around. Nice in the evening when you are next to the mountain Had Ceviche and Tuna Tacos. The shrimp in the ceviche was a touch chewy... only issue with an overall nice experience read more

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Had friends visiting from out of town, so we decided to try Clandestino since we love its sister restaurant, Tac/Quila. Happy to say it did not disappoint! The margarita flight is a must--so much fun and easily one of the highlights of the meal. We also loved the beer tempura avocado bites, which were crispy, creamy, and absolutely delicious. I ordered the trio of quesadillas with carne asada, al pastor, and carnitas. The carne asada and al pastor were packed with flavor, while the carnitas was good but not quite as memorable. My friends had the Mexican ossobuco and enmoladas, and both were big hits. Friendly service, great food, amazing cocktails, and easy parking with the free downtown Palm Springs parking structure nearby. We'll definitely be back! read more

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The food was delicious and margarita was as well, just a little warm when the sun is in the west side! Will go again only early in the afternoon! read more

Great find for a mid-afternoon break. Located behind the busy street. Good drinks and great food. Service attentive. Sat on the patio with fans, which was perfect. Very comfortable and enjoyable. read more

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The carne asada plate is amazing. Great people, great people, the place is beautiful as well read more

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Wow!! The food, service and ambiance here was so amazing. My husband and I celebrated our anniversary. From the time we walked in we were greeted by great service we had the pleasure of being served by the most incredibly amazing waitress Frances. The entire experience was great and we will definitely be telling our friends and family to come by when they are in town. read more

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Sat at the bar with a lovely bartender named Benji. They had all the right recommendations. The place had a cool interior, and comfortable bar seats. The Al pastor tacos were incredible, and their tortillas are all made in house. The jamaica (hibiscus drink) was also made in house, and was refreshing. I got an extra one to go. Would definitely be back here for a bit and one of their cocktails next time. read more

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Made a 5pm reservation, and got lucky with the last indoor table. From start to finish, the flavors in every course were nothing short of SO GOOD- you wanted seconds! I was very indecisive, so asked for help with a starter. Our server recommended the short rib empanadas. Man! The pastry was so flaky and crisp, but the inside was soft and tender shredded short rib. Nothing fancy needed here because the flavor is just WOW! Amd if you are indecisive like I am when you are thirsty, Clandestino has you covered. You must try the margarita flight. This is the first flight where I enjoyed every single one in a long time. The Jamaica was my favorite. Think prickly pear vibes. The cucumber was a refreshing surprise! My husband loved the Mango with the chamoy rim. He had never tried it before, and now is a major fan. Even after all this, the stars of the night were the tacos. Do not be fooled by the photos, they ARE as good as they look. Two healthy portions for the price paid, which is always what I am looking for these days. We were so full, we wouldn't fit in dessert. But if you can, they have some great options. If you want cocktails and small plates, or a fun date night with cool atmosphere and delicious food - go to Clandestino! Perfect meal for night two of our vacation beat the heat weekend! Thank you, and we WILL be back! read more

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This was our last dinner on our vacation in Palm Springs. I had made reservations well in advance for this very popular place: 6:45 Thursday night dinner reservations. Funny thing is my friend and I ate at Tac/Quila on our second night, not knowing this was the sister restaurant... and quite frankly we actually liked the food here better. This location had both inside seating which was limited, a big bar and a fairly large patio seating. When we arrived we were greeted and seated at an outdoor table. Francine our server introduced herself, super nice, very attentive and made our dining experience wonderful. We ordered cocktails while looking over the menu. Because we dine at the sister restaurant previously, I didn't want to order the same dishes. Though we couldn't help repeating 1 dish, the Taco Chip (so good). We ordered the Short Rib Empanadas and the Cochinta Pibil. All the food came our hot, presentation was nice and all tasted fantastic. If we come again to Palm Springs I would definitely eat here again. Atmosphere: modern, both indoor/patio seating. Service: excellent. Food: very good. read more

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We came here for an anniversary dinner and it was amazing!!! The vibe is to sit outside with the misting fans and get some refreshing drinks! I got a watermelon lemonade... so gooood!! My wife got a margarita with Tajín and chamoy that she also loved!! The servers were so great, I want to be friends with them and have them join us! Lol they were so nice and attentive! From the servers, the food runners and even the bussing people they were all wonderful. The food though... my gosh. I wish I could have more!!! We got the squash appetizer that is absolutely Devine!!! And then we shared the coconut shrimp tacos with the jicama tortilla. Omg what a refreshing coombo!!!! The jicama as the tortilla threw me off, but the flavors all together had me licking my fingers and wanting more!!! And we were too full to have dessert, so we got it to go and I will say the arrows con leche was so gooood! The texture of the almonds and raisins in it really gave it a good bite and taste!! All in all, we will be back and very soon!!!! read more

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This place was amazing! Accidentally stumbled upon this place and the service was great. We came on a during the afternoon on a Thursday so it wasn't busy which felt perfect. My boyfriend and I sat at the bar and our server David gave us a quick background on the food and drinks that they served. We had oysters, chicken enchiladas, and ceviche. Every bit was absolutely delicious. Not from the area but anytime we are we will be coming back ! The interior design was also so beautiful ! read more

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Every time we come to PS we like to try new places and this time we thought lets give this a shot because of all the rave reviews . The server was fast and knowledgeable and delivered great service when we needed it we sat on the patio outside and had a fan with a mister on it so it made it a little more bearable with the heat. 1. squash blossoms 3/5 expecting a little bit more from them, especially with the price tag. They were good just didn't think they were $18 good . 2 shrimp ceviche 3/5 piled high with shrimp, just missing the juices also had to ask for additional tostadas because not enough on plate. 3. Osso bucco 3/5 good but not great !! Tasted like it was cooked the day before , dry in texture . My son ordered the trio of quesadillas and it was good but meat had a weird texture almost like it was boiled then cooked . 4. Shrimp fajitas 4/5 wife said these were good and i have to admit the refried beans were delicious . Really wanted to love this place but honestly after eating their it was OK and the price tag was steep with three nonalcoholic drinks, It came out almost $200. Tried to eat the leftover quesadilla later that night and the tortilla was so hard. It was almost inedible read more

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We found this place coming from the airport and were really please. The tacos were delicious and 2 was the perfect size. The guacamole and chips were flavorful and a great starter. Their drinks were refreshing in such hot weather too. This is a pretty small area so it's mostly outside seating but it is covered and there are fan misters. read more

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I truly enjoy Clandestino every time I visit! I luv how bright and lively the bar area is. I've always lucked out with indoor seating. Please note there is only a bar and about three tables with a couple chairs. Most of the seating is OUTSIDE. The food is DELISH! The mocktails are YUM!! And the dessert is a TREAT!!! read more

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The food here is so delicious! I had the carne asada plate and the grilled shrimp tacos. Everything was so flavorful and tasty. The meat portions were plentiful. For drinks, I tried the jamaica margarita and lychee pisco sour. I liked the pisco sour more because you can really taste the lychee flavor. It was sweet and refreshing. Majority of the seating is outside. Inside seating is only at the bar. Service was friendly too. Definitely will be coming back! read more

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Finally had the opportunity to try Clandestino and let me tell you it did not disappoint. I had been wanting to try this place for a while and enjoyed it very much. We ordered the margarita flight, and each one was unique and distinct, we enjoyed them very much. As an appetizer, we started with the calabacita flowers which were light and flavorful. I ordered the chicken mole enchiladas and they were so good, plenty of chicken and the mole was right on point. I found my meal absolutely delicious and plentiful. My boyfriend had the chili relleno which he devoured and said it was excellent. The service was great, very professional and helpful. The nice thing was when we arrived, we were seated right away. The place is decorated beautifully, very well appointed with a nice vibe and ambiance! I highly recommend Clandestino! The food is fresh and one can taste that each dish is thoughtfully prepared. read more

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The atmosphere is striking and elegant. With the majority of the restaurant being outdoor seating in about 12 seats at the bar is very intimate. Lots of outdoor fans and lush greenery keeping it quiet and the sense of it being cool which is much appreciated in the Desert. Gorgeous view of the mountain, greater knowledgeable staff delicious food. Behind the bar is a striking red abstract design that glows at night, so I would recommend experiencing it after the sun goes down or at sunset. Lots of striking art and reasonable pricing. read more

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We loved this place! Only outside seating unless you sit at the bar. Plenty of shade and heaters for evening. We each had a pale ale, boom town, which was decent. Chips and salsa were nice. Salsa was not very spicy, but we didn't ask if they had a spicier version. I had the carnitas plate. It was the best carnitas I have ever had! So flavorful and tender. I ate the first helping with a homemade corn tortilla but after that I just ate the steak so as to not dilute the flavor. My husband had the cochinita pibil, also very good and the helping was huge. You can't go wrong with either of those dishes. Our server was great. An all-around exceptional meal! read more

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Excellent experience! The carne asada was amazing, the atmosphere was perfect, and the service was professional, courteous, and attentive. Fair prices, a great downtown location, and seeing Marilyn right nearby made it even better. Definitely a Palm Springs favorite! read more

We happen to be staying downtown Palm Springs for work and surprisingly found this hidden gem. It was within walking distance from our hotel which was a huge plus. It's June in Palm Springs, so it was hot but we loved this place so much. We stopped in on a whim and were pleasantly surprised by the lovely patio, with lots of beautiful greenery, fans and misters going strong. The tables were put together nicely. We enjoyed the food throughly. We were feeling adventurous, so we let our waiter help decide for us lol. It was fun and yum rolled into one. We will definitely be back when in the area. read more

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I'm blessed to be Mexican and live in a place with truly wonderful Mexican food, so I'm always a little skeptical when someone recommends a "really good" Mexican spot in another city -- but if someone vouches for it, I'll always give it a try. Clandestino was recommended to us, so we decided to walk in. There was a long line, but we opted for bar seating and were seated fairly quickly. We ordered some apps and drinks, and they were pretty good. You can always tell a good Mexican restaurant by the quality of the tortilla -- that's my personal test -- and theirs passed. We had the tacos and empanadas and enjoyed both. The food was fresh, hot, and the salsa was solid. The staff was friendly, and the vibe was dark, moody, and distinct with lots of red and black. Overall, I'd recommend it. I gave it a 4 because it wasn't the best Mexican food I've ever had, but it was definitely good. You'll need to find street parking, and I'd recommend getting reservations if you're coming on a weekend and want a table. read more

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First time here & it was so amazing! Yes we made a reservation and we sat outside. The weather was perfect. The umbrellas were perfect. The misters were perfect and the service was perfect. Zoe was our waitress and she was sweet and on it! Also, our food was so delicious. We had some appetizers and tacos and even some dessert. Can't wait to come back.! read more

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Everything about this place was amazing. The restrooms were cute, the bartenders/waiters were very friendly and attentive and the food had me raving with every single bite I took! As a vegetarian for almost 20 years, I truly appreciate all the vegan and vegetarian options they have here. It was so hard to choose what to order because I wanted to try it all. We started with the taco chips, which were better than I could have imagined. Normally soyrizo has a pretty distinct taste but it was not overpowering in this dish. In fact I could only taste the beans and this tasted just like the 99 cent tacos from Jack in the box! And I mean that as a compliment! Obviously I haven't had those tacos in years, but from what I can remember these tasted pretty similar and I was in heaven! Those were my favorite tacos back in the day and I could have ordered these taco chips several times and I would have been satisfied. For my entree, I got the cauliflower mole and I honestly don't even know what mole is supposed to even taste like but this was also amazing! And so filling! My boyfriend got the carne asada plate and said his dish was also really good. His came with a side of guacamole he shared with me and even that had me moaning with each bite. We shared a side of the Mexican corn which was also plentiful. I'm surprised at how well the portion sizes are. I was expecting smaller portions as most nice places tend to give at higher prices, but the portions were perfect here. Even though we were full, we ordered the choco flan and the churro ice cream sandwich for dessert. Also portioned nicely! I don't like chocolate but I tried the flan part of my boyfriend's dessert and it was, once again, to die for. My churro ice cream was superb. I honestly cannot stop raving about this place and want to go back already. I recommend making a reservation here as most seating is outside. Luckily when we got there, plenty of bar seats were open so we got to sit there, otherwise the wait would have been an hour. They have little blankets at the bar seats as well which I really appreciated as I was in shorts that night and it was pretty chilly for me. I recommend this restaurant 1000%, and even more so if you're a vegan or vegetarian! read more

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Clandestino is an awesome spot for a great food experience! First off, big shout out to David, we sat at the bar and made the dinner even better with great recommendations and talking up the food and drink menu! The steak nachos are amazing! The steak is tender and dish is packed with fresh ingredients. The short rib empanadas are also a must get. Crispy on the outside and tender, shredded short rib on the inside. This is a great, must stop at spot in Palm Springs! read more

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Carne asada tacos were excellent. Chips and salsa could not be beat. Dining room was a bit hot as it is not air conditioned and the temperature outside is over 100°, but they actually kept it bearable with mist and fans. read more

We had a reservation but got there early. The hostess got us seated right away. Ambience was great outdoors and though it was winter the heaters made it nice and cozy. The lighting was also beautiful. The drinks were amazing. Food was great. We had our dog with us and they accommodated him too. I would definitely recommend this place. We were celebrating a birthday but didn't mention it to them at all. They somehow sensed and got us a wonderful dessert complimentary. Our server was very attentive and really made sure we were comfortable. We also got the blonde beer, Arnold Palmer and Jamaica read more

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Very strong 4 and I could easily justify giving it a 5. Parking- some street parking but your best bet would be to park in the structure by the museum since it is a short walk Location- beautiful with mostly outside seating and dog friendly Staff- superb Food/drink- sadly, no complimentary chips and salsa; we all got margarita options and agreed they tasted great; decent variety of food options to satisfy even picky eaters; we ordered the steak fajitas, steak nachos, shrimp enchiladas, and carne en su jugo...all were good to great with the enchiladas and nachos being our favorites *ok, so why not a 5...prices are too high with drinks running about $17 and a flight I think $25 and all the food prices were also high but just way too much mark up on the alcohol read more

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This is definitely not on the main boulevard - great! As you can see from my pic, there is a nice view of Mount San Jacinto. Their outdoor patio is very calming, and their elegant approach is soothing - a nice respite from the hustle and bustle on the main boulevard. We started to unwind with a few of their Margaritas - there's 7 great selections to choose from. This gave us the chance to unwind, enjoy the view and go over their menu. While they have several upscale delights, we kept it simple and choose their Street Tacos. Unfortunately, my pics didn't do justice to the meats (carnitas and chicken) in the tacos. Both were super tender and richly flavored. The side of pico was fresh and vibrant, while the rice and beans were okay. Definitely a great find for an enjoyable lunch. read more

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Came here with some friends after a day trip to the tramway. We all really liked the outdoor seating, which is surrounded by a garden that gives you some privacy from the somewhat barren lot next to the restaurant. Felt like we were dining in an oasis. Our waiter was fantastic, very proactive with addressing our needs and he easily matched our table's energy. I LOVED the shrimp ceviche. Perfect amount of citrus, solid portion to share as an appetizer with the table, and fresh tasting shrimp. Only suggestion would be to replace the tostadas with a side of chips. Additionally, other similar restaurants would start off with some complementary chips and salsa, so it felt like that was missing here. The carne asada plate was good, although I don't think my steak was medium rare as requested. Good food, but nothing to write home about. Next time, I'll probably shoot for a different entree. My friends ordered various tacos and they all enjoyed them. Overall a great place to go for a bite at any time of day for excellent service and a beautifully put together environment. read more

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Tucked away in a corner is this really trendy restaurant with chill and cool ambience. I was at palm springs for a work conference and randomly found this gem on Yelp. It was the perfect ending to a long weekend! The cocktails were 10/10. The bartender got a heavy hand which I did not mind at all that day especially. Every bite was delicious and if the spot was close to me I would come there and try all the dishes. The server I had was very attentive and kind. I sat outside and it was the perfect combination of cool breeze and sun(but mind you this was in the winter). I will defiantly be coming back again if I'm in town! read more

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My husband and I came by for dinner on a Monday night, last minute reservation that we were early for and the hostess very kindly sat us early! The food from the beginning was phenomenal. We started with short rib empanadas and the calamari which was so good, I forgot to take a picture of! Huge portion for the calamari, this was our top favorite! The empanadas were nicely filled with a little bit of cheese, I personally would have liked more but the accompanying sauce was the perfect dip. For our main, we shared the lamb shank that was so tender it fell off the bone with just our forks. The dish comes with three tortillas which isn't enough for the meat but the lamb is the real star so no complaints! We both had the "Te Enamoré" cocktail which was so yummy, we ordered it twice! Strongly recommend, we'll be stopping by next time we're in the area! read more

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What can I say? Everything was 10/10. From the Fried Squash Blossoms to the Shrimp and Steak Fajitas, everything tasted great! Additionally, there are a great selection of drinks. read more

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Wow. We are locals and eat out a lot. Clandestino is a staple for us and I get their ahi tuna salad a lot. The salad is $26 BEFORE tax and tip (we are always generouswhen tipping). Tonight was probably a deal breaker for me. It was takeout and I weighed the tuna at home on my food scale. See pictures: 2.8 Oz (81 grams). For $26. I guess we are expected to pay over $60 for two salads to get a standard amount of protein in one meal now. read more

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Service was great. Food was REALLY good but the portion sizes were disappointing for the price point. Not a good place for a family with kids because you'll pay $15 for a small street taco and tiny cup of beans and your kids will still be hungry, especially if they're big eaters. I finished my food in under 10 minutes. I ordered the pastor taco entree. It came with two small tacos and a tiny cup of rice and a cup of beans. If you're moderately hungry and just want good ambiance (even though there's no air conditioning and mostly outside seating in the heat), then this is a good place for cute drinks and food to pick at, but I don't recommend coming here if you're super hungry. Don't think I'll come here again. read more

Clandestino is one of Palm Springs best kept restaurant secret! My colleague and I had a business dinner and the waiter was very kind and professional. We asked him for recommendations and he gave us some excellent choices! The enchiladas melted in my mouth and the fajitas were soft and very flavorful. It's an outside restaurant and they have misters and umbrellas so it's a great vibe there. I will definitely be going back there next time I visit Palm Springs! read more

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We came here because it had very good reviews and we were excited to try it while we were in Palm springs. We made reservations which really helped because they were super busy. The menu looked incredible but I decided to go with chicken tacos and the "moody sister " drink from the cocktail menu. Our server was kind and funny (Francis) ands was very attentive. The mood was fun and the vibes were excellent! Where this place lost stars for me was the cost of the food to the portion size. Essentially I paid $19 for 2 tacos and $18 for a cocktail. Living in California; I've had the privilege of having really delicious tacos; however, this place just wasn't it for me. The number of better tasting tacos I can get elsewhere for $19 is quite high, so I don't think I'll be coming back. Very overpriced for "meh" tasting tacos. I can't speak on the rest of the food items because I didn't try them. read more

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Delicious food, fun outside seating and fantastic service. Get the squash blossoms! The cocktails were amazing. Highly recommend!!

On vacay and was looking for a first night's dinner, we came across Clandestino, I'm so happy we did. Food was actually so worth its price. I got 2 chicken tacos + rice & beans. Absolute yumness. Nice soft lighting outdoor dining, even in the heat, they had mister fans all over. Service was actually TOP TIER. We were served by this gentleman with blonde hair, pierced ears and tattoos. He was such a joy, I wish I got his name, but he was so positively attentive. We felt so fulfilled by him and the following staff refilling our waters without asking! Soda refills without asking! Even offered my little one her own water cup with a straw. Water was great too, not your general tap. Just overall amazing and would definitely recommend this place over and over. Thank you, staff for handling us with care from start to finish! :)) read more

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Went for a bachelorette dinner and it was the perfect place!! Pros -low light nice outdoor seating to enjoy a warm summer night -accommodating for a group of 11 -food was delicious -right next to the huge Marilyn Monroe statue -walking distance to downtown I ordered the steak nachos and they were amazing!! Highly recommend this restaurant for a large group or intimate dinner. read more

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