YES to everything!…read more The food was excellent. We started with the crab cakes, and although they lacked a bit of structural integrity, they were absolutely divine! The aioli they came with was a perfect pairing. The chili was great! Lots of meat in it & I ate it my favorite way, which was loaded onto some buttered up cornbread! My entree was the chicken pot pie, and wow, wow, wow! What a treat. The crust was perfect, and the pot pie is packed with chicken, veggies, and that delicious signature pot pie creaminess! We were lucky enough to meet the new owners who have committed to maintaining the traditions of the original community stronghold that has been "Billy Reed's". There were lots of conversations around us about the new owners and how these people have been coming here for decades; and I completely understand why. This is comfort food excellence! The service? Incredible. We were served by Jackie. She was an absolute delight. From recommendations to just being downright pleasant and providing excellent service, she was perfect 10/10! The restaurant feels historic! I love the ambiance & everything it offers as an experience as a whole. Can't wait to visit again JUST to have Billy Reed's!

Made a special trip from Rancho Mirage to check out the reborn Billy Reed…read more Nothing not to like, good food, good service, value for money, which may explain why on a 115 degree Monday evening in the dead of summer Billy Reed was packed. For our group, chicken piccata, pot roast, prime rib and meatloaf all excellent and impossible to finish after breads, split pea soups and calamari. Highest recommendation, run do not walk to Billy Reed,

Burger was solid, lettuce, cheese, special sauce and delicious…read more But $4,50 for a soda? Hard pass on that

Heyday in Palm Springs is such a cute little spot. It has this almost Western-style feel, with fun…read moreart on the walls and a space that just has a lot of personality. The service was wonderful. Our server was so sweet and welcoming, which made the experience even better. And sometimes you just need a really, really good burger and fries, and this absolutely hit the spot in exactly the way we needed it to. Simple, delicious, satisfying, and just a fun place to grab a meal. Definitely recommend!

Looked for a place to eat during happy hour in Palm Springs and found this awesome restaurant!…read more Huge space with indoor and outdoor seating. Service was great, didn't need to ask for refills and staff were very attentive. We ordered from the happy hour menu, which is filled with so many great options. We had the sourdough pretzel and added the beer cheese which was fantastic. We also ordered the bay scallop ceviche and caprese sandwich. Plating looked great and the servings were big! Everything tasted like it was made in house, fries, chips, pretzel, everything tasted so good! Would definitely go back!

My first visit to 1501 was pretty good. The staff greeted me with smiles at the door and the…read moreservice from Melisa was great. My only criticisms are that they need more waitresses/waiters to accommodate clientele, especially as happy hour comes to a close. I was charged regular price for the Sour Cherry Balsamic Braised Pork Shoulder and Local Date & Arugula Salad. Had the waitress had more availability, I would've received happy hour prices instead. Obviously, this is a management issue. I got the Bay Scallop Ceviche, which was good, but not sure I'd re-order. The Braised Pork Shoulder was definitely worth it and such a fun excursion. The pork was reminiscent of Carnitas, loved the red potatoes, spinach was awesome, and what genius threw cherries in this dish?! I'll definitely return because the hostesses were cool and the floor staff checked in several times.

The perfect night out starts with boozehounds. I have been putting off visiting this restaurant as…read morea classic skeptic, but I was blown away when we finally checked it out. To start with the staff was super friendly. The menu was a blast to read. I mean, what else could you have wanted? Everything tasted amazing. My favorite was the Yuzu filtered cocktail called poolside vibes. Special props to our server "Angel" who was a literal angel with helping me to navigate the menu choices and keep everything filled! He even replaced the candle for our table. The menu appears to change seasonally, which is a bonus for those of us who are locals to the Palm Springs area. We are already planning our next visit and can't wait to go back and try more. All we can think about are the ahi wonton tacos appetizer. The vibe is casual classy and you can even bring your four legged best friend if that is your cup of tea! I hear there is a menu for Dogs, which sounds amazing. When it comes to pet friendly restaurants this place truly takes the cake.

Ordered the garlic noodles & tuna poke wonton tacos and loved it -- just wished they didn't hold…read moreback on their Filipino offerings. Adobo and pork belly feels uninspired, very florals for spring. The overall vibe, venue and service are great. I'd go back here with girlfriends.

Loved this place Came on vacation with the family we loved…read moreit so much we ate here twice in two days Eveything was yummy and affordable and the customer service was amazing!!! Even when my picky Nieces had to make eveything plain they definitely made it exactly how they wanted their food. The chicken plate was so yummy with the great salad so flavorful, also the Asian chicken salad. The day before i ordered their southwestern chicken sandwich and I must say the best I've had anywhere. The girls grilled cheese and cheese quesadilla. And my mom the steak sandwich..

It is a nice diner feel. You go to the counter, pay for what you want, get your number, pick a…read moretable and wait. There are so many options, everyone at my table got different things from the breakfast and lunch menu. I got the country scramble with mushroom. I wish the mushrooms were browned a little more with salt to give more umami to the dish. What would have taken it over the top though would have been more crispy potatoes. The potatoes had a soft bite which made the dish overall one note in texture unless I got a bite with onion. Don't get me wrong though, it was still a satisfying breakfast to start off the day.

Eight4Nine was the perfect spot for an anniversary brunch with my wife! The place is absolutely…read morebeautiful--white, minimalist, and filled with a cool pop-art vibe. I loved that there are different dining rooms, each with its own art and design. Every space feels unique, and walking through the restaurant is an experience on its own. For brunch, I ordered the chilaquiles, and the Negra Modelo ranchera salsa was delicious and very unique. The flavors really stood out, and I loved the addition of the Spanish chorizo Bilbao. My wife ordered the poblano chile relleno, and everything on the plate was delicious. The refried pinto beans were especially good, and the corn pudding was amazing--like a little piece of corn tamal! Then came the carrot cake sandwich... and honestly, it looked like they saved the best for last. This might be the best carrot cake we have ever tried! The layers of cream cheese semifreddo, carrot ribbon cream, candied pecans, orange crisps, and salted caramel were absolutely incredible. I would honestly come back to Eight4Nine just for the carrot cake. Everything we had was delicious, but the dessert stole the show without a doubt. A big thank you to Sandy, our waitress, for the great recommendations and wonderful service. We loved celebrating our anniversary here and definitely want to come back!

The food quality is very consistent and delicious. Definitely order the "cracked potatoes."…read more One of my favorite places to go to catch up with friends. Easy to make reservations. The one star removed because it can be loud in the evening with the music being a bit too loud.

SHORT ANSWER: Yes in many ways…read more LOCATION: on the corner next to FARM, so a fall back if you do not have FARM reservations and hate disappointment of being turned away. FACILITY: Small, limited seating indoors with very nice, fun, outdoor seating areas. Love this place. MENU: Simple, easy to understand, great photos online if you have any questions. FOOD PREP: Very well done, like professional in just how it looks. FOOD QUALITY: Professional in how it also tastes... Watermelon Gazpacho was perfect with drinks prior to main. LIBATIONS: drinks and bartender were excellent, fun, and the photo print was very cool. WAITSTAFF: just so nice, and fun making the experience all that much better. We have been enjoying The Plaza Theater so spending a little more time in Palm Springs and this will be one of our favorites places to relax prior to an event. OVERALL VALUE: Good, but it is Palm Springs, outdoors, great locations, classy.. no, not inexpensive but well worth it. TIP: I'd say be nice, be patient, and you will get a table. Don't be an angry rude touron, we don't need that vibe and we see some of that in PS.. You can try for reservations, not sure if they take off season.

Had lunch at The Front Porch in Palm Springs. We had the Italian sandwich, ahi tacos, and the…read moremelted Brie with nuts on top served with fig jam and pears. Food was really good - the Brie with fig jam and pears was delicious and the ahi tacos were fresh and flavorful. Italian sandwich was solid too. Giving 4 stars because service wasn't top notch. Overall great spot downtown at 117 La Plaza, would come back for the food and cocktails.

As a local who lives here year around and doesn't stay at the hotel, I really want to enjoy this…read moreestablishment because of the gorgeous setting, but hurdles stand in the way. This is my third time there and yesterday was exasperating as the second time I was there. I must be a glutton for punishment. The bar tender yesterday was just straight up rude. My two friends wanted to leave because they felt so awkward after our initial interaction with him, but I got them to stay for one drink. We sat on the patio and the bartender could not have been more put out. I asked him a question about a signature cocktail on the menu, and he literally threw his head back, sighed and gave an angry non-explanation ending with ," . . . just like it says on the menu." When it was time to pay the bill, he was no where to be found. Not sure why, but I still tipped him 20%. For the third time I've been there, the kitchen was closed despite the website saying it would be open. Again, the bartender seemed angry that he had to explain that the kitchen was closed. Not sure if we were treated this way because we weren't staying at the hotel. One of my friends is from out of state and said, "He really doesn't like us." Not sure what to think.

Delightful experience of friendly attentive service, tasty food in a beautiful setting. Wedge salad…read morewith luscious chunks of thick bacon and a delicious dressing, yummy fried chicken sandwich! If you love fries, you won't be disappointed, crispy, hot, delicious! When I first had the avocado toast, I lost my mind! Thick sourdough bread, generous slices of avocado , a special touch with orange marmalade and hot chili oil, topped with a drizzle of (I think) crème fraíche! So unique!! I looked for any opportunity to come back for the avo toast! Sadly this recipe has been replaced with something less remarkable. Fingers crossed the previous version returns!!

We popped in here for a quick bite after a long weekend here in Palm Springs…read more Parking wasn't too bad, but the lot was pretty full. Wait time was about 10 minutes for a party of two, shorter than our estimated weight time. We got the German pancake and their famous potato cakes. The pancake was very generously portioned, and a nice mix of savory and sweet with the bacon and eggs providing a nice contrast. The potato cakes were crunchy and the green onions were a nice touch. The interior was reminiscent of an old time diner, with lots of black and white pictures in the wall providing a nostalgic vibe. Prices are quite reasonable, so definitely worth a stop by.

The first time I went here, it was good. The second time I went here, it was also good. Pretty…read moredecent portions. Service was fast and efficient. Servers were attentive. Parking can be a major struggle.

One of my friends had been dying to try PaulBar, and the rest of us were very willing participants…read more The room is intimate and lively, with plenty of personality packed into the space. Paul greeted us himself when we arrived and gave us a realistic idea of the wait, which we really appreciated. It felt less like being processed through a host stand and more like being welcomed in. While we waited, one of the servers came over to see if we wanted to start with drinks. Naturally, we said yes. Once we were seated, everyone at the table had the same reaction to the portions: pleasantly surprised. I ordered the Steak Frites, and my steak was cooked exactly how I asked for it. One friend had the rack of lamb, while another ordered the clams, which came in a generous bowl with toasted bread for soaking up the broth. For the quality and portion sizes, the prices felt pretty reasonable for Palm Springs. Then there were the cocktails. We ordered a round. Then another. At some point, all of us quietly abandoned the idea that we were only having one or two drinks. They were that good. Paul came by later to check on us, and somehow we ended up hearing stories from his Studio 54 days. His sense of humor is sharp, and he has a way of making conversation feel effortless. Dinner basically turned into story time, and none of us wanted him to leave. He even checked in with us again after dinner. We seriously could have listened to him all night. That was what made the evening for me. The food was excellent, the cocktails were good enough to convince us into a few extra rounds, and the room has plenty of personality on its own. Paul's warmth and humor made the whole experience feel personal in a way you don't come across very often. My friend may have been the one campaigning to come here, but by the end of dinner, he had successfully converted the entire table. We're definitely coming back!

Do not let the location detour you at all…read more This review comes from somebody that grew up in the San Francisco area and has gone on food trips all over New York, Louisiana, Texas, Illinois, Florida, Hawaii, N/S Carolina, Arizona and Iowa, from Michelin rated restaurants to funky little places that we hear about from locals.. we try it all. Paul Bar is a fabulous experience, I've been here many times and the food as well as the service are always excellent! One of the many really interesting parts is there is a line to get in that starts well before the place opens up at 4 pm and it's like that most of the night HOWEVER the line moves quickly and once you get inside....OMG, you are transported into a really cool, dimly lit, swanky NY supper club with leather booths, tall bar tables plus there's seating at the bar (with many colorful locals that you'll probably end up making friends with) and the selection of food & drinks are so diverse, everything that my friends and I have ordered have been outstanding! Paul the owner who is very sweet is always there and oversees everything in his own quiet way to make sure everything is running smoothly and that his guests are happy, Whether you're a local or just visiting, this is the place to go for really great food, a fun time and an immersive experience and I promise you'll come back