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    The Heyday

    4.1 (711 reviews)
    ModerateBurgers
    Open 12:00 pm - 9:00 PM
    Updated 2 months ago

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    Caesar salad, fries, and Smash Burger
    Jennifer R.

    Loved the fun vibe, great music, and good food! The salad has a nice lemony finish and the burger and fries were great. The simple menu is perfect! Thumbs up all around. We lucked out and got parking in the lot behind the restaurant but I can see parking during peak times being a bear. I'm definitely going back next time I'm in town.

    Leslie M.

    It's a thing! Smashburger and Martini for $20.75. You can call the vodka for $5 more. Service and food is delicious. Burger was perfect. I did have the sauce on the side which helped keep it together. It's small inside and they do not do reservations. We opted for an early dinner, 4 pm and we didn't have to wait.

    Smash Burger with bacon added. It's not huge but it's messy and very good.
    Craig W.

    You come here for smash burgers and excellent cocktails. If that appeals to you--and it should--this could be your happy place. The restaurant is very small. Be prepared to wait 10-15 minutes. Order one of those excellent and extremely strong cocktails and hang out on the outside patio while you wait. My very good martini (gin, always, with olives) was as big as a fishbowl and I am not complaining. There is no way I could have drank more than one without incurring an overnight stay in jail for drunk driving. Smash burgers are not my favorite type of burgers but the ones here have a lot of flavor. I added bacon to mine because there is no reason not to do so. The bun was nice but fell apart on me. Overall, the burger is a messy feast but a delicious one. Do not sleep on the crinkle cut fries which you have to order separately. They were heavily seasoned and fantastic. This is not cheap food but it is quality grub and well-made. I would definitely return.

    Western Bacon Burger  Late Night Fries Regular Burger added bacon Martini
    Melissa M.

    A MUST TRY WHEN IN PALM SPRINGS! I ordered Martini and Burger Special because why not? I got the single patty and added bacon. My husband ordered the Western Bacon Cheeseburger and shared a half order of Late Night Fries. I asked for my Martini and it was chefs kiss! I appreciated the quick service at this restaurant. There was a little wait about 20 minutes but it was worth it and we did get there right before dinner hour. My husband loved his Western Bacon Burger! We enjoyed that there was an onion ring which tasted fresh. The Late Night fries were good. We loved the touch of chopped chilies and grilled onions. I would highly recommend this location for date night, celebration or any occasion! The staff was very friendly and we never felt rushed even though they were busy.

    Alex A.

    On a mission to try the best smash burgers out there, and the one at Heydey definitely makes my top list. I love this place -- it's like diner meets cocktail lounge meets burger joint, and I'm obsessed. Where else can you get a big, meaty smash burger and a well‑crafted martini at the same time. Truly the best of both worlds. It's centrally located with a small parking lot in the back, plus plenty of street parking. The fries are crinkle‑cut (my favorite), the ranch is solid, and I'd recommend the Caesar salad -- it has a fun twist on the classic. They also have a small outdoor seating area, they're super dog‑friendly, and the vibe is casual enough that walk‑ins work great. A must‑stop if you're chasing great smash burgers.

    the special
    Lauren C.

    Driving into the Desert on a Sunday and need a quick lunch. Stopped at the Heyday at 2:30 pm and they are doing a good business! Not surprised once we sit down at a booth and look around. Great decor with old and new artwork ... definitely Palm Springs feeling but old, comfy diner as well. Very homey. Couldn't pass up on the martini and burger special (hubby driving). The martini is generous and strong! The burgers are very fresh and tasty - nothing bland about them. Same with the onion rings and fries - and I am picky about fries! Addictive. Service is friendly and attentive in just the right way. Not too much and not too little. Wasn't expecting such a great experience at the Heyday, but so pleasantly surprised. Apparently I'm in the majority because the place kept turning over for the hour we were there. Can't wait to get back there again.

    Adorable burger spot in Palm Springs California
    Don K.

    We were on a Palm Springs vacation and Googled best hamburgers and The Heyday came up, so glad we tried it! The best smash burgers! The service was super friendly too! Very cute place and well worth the trip! They also have a bar if you'd want a cocktail with your burger! They also have wings and a yummy looking chicken sandwich.

    Anh L.

    We got the smash burger reg patty. Best burger I have eaten in so long. I was surprised. The fries was ok.

    Marcie M.

    I hate to say this right out of the gate, but I was ultimately underwhelmed by both the service and the food. I first heard about this place back in 2020 when they were doing pop-ups and had always wanted to try it. North Palm Springs is a bit out of my way, but I happened to be in the area and figured it was the perfect opportunity. When I arrived, a very nice young man (who I assumed was the host) seated me at a small two-top near the bar/checkout area. Unfortunately, I waited quite a while before anyone came by to take my order. During that time, there was a guy and two young women chatting and laughing loudly behind the bar next to where I was seated. It was a bit distracting. What surprised me was that they turned out to be servers. Everyone was dressed very casually, so it wasn't obvious who was actually working there. If they all had the same T-shirt or uniform on then it wouldn't have been a mystery. Eventually, the same young man who had seated me came back and asked if anyone had helped me yet. When I said no, he was apologetic and took my order. I ordered the double smash burger with a side of onion rings and a glass of water. Everything is à la carte, and the menu seems to lean heavily toward alcoholic beverages. The food came fairly quickly. The burger was good, but not particularly memorable. The bun was quite small compared to the size of the patties, which made it messy to eat because your hands touch the patties when holding the bun. For a $15 burger, I was hoping for something epic. The onion rings had a nice flavor, but the texture landed somewhere between crispy and soggy. Throughout the meal, no one checked in on my table, and I noticed that none of the servers checked in on any of the tables. They continued to talk at the bar the whole time I was there. It seemed that the only time they went to the tables was to take orders and drop off bills. I eventually had to ask one of the servers for a water refill. The water tasted like straight up tap water rather than filtered. In the end, the bill came to about $28 before tip for a burger and onion rings. It was an expensive mediocre experience. I didn't like that they bring a handheld device to pay your bill while they are holding it. It's too invasive, when you're trying to figure out the tip. While I'm glad I finally tried it after hearing about it for so long, it didn't quite live up to the hype. It felt more like a tourist stop rather than a local hangout.

    Western bacon cheeseburger
    Jessica N.

    Came here for dinner on a Friday night. Place was busy but not so busy that we weren't seated right away. We sat inside and immediately knew what we wanted. We ordered a Smash Single, a Western Bacon Cheeseburger, an order of Late Night Fries, and a beer. Everything pretty much came out together and pretty quickly too. Both burgers were amazing and delicious. I really enjoyed the way you got a full bite of everything on every bite of the Western Burger. The fries, I was skeptical about because crinkle cut aren't my favorite, but these were also really good. The fries were crispy enough that it had that crunch and really held up the toppings and sauce. I wish it had more chopped chiles but that's just a personal preference. They were a perfect size for sharing between 3 people (2 if you're really hungry). After devouring our food, we noticed most people were eating their food with fork and knife. We felt a little embarrassed that we just ate like animals, haha, but our server reassured us that devouring our food with our hands was equally acceptable. She was really nice and I enjoyed the service. The place in general has a casual menu but it definitely felt like date night vibes. The place is low lit, a lot of people were in pairs, good for easy conversation. I wouldn't mind coming here on a first date, or any night really.

    Double Smash Burger & fries
    Eddie J.

    If you're looking for a great smash burger in Palm Springs, then head over to The Heyday on North Palm Canyon Drive near Vista Chino. Loved the double smash burger, crinkle cut fries, and the tasty Michelada. The Heyday also serves some local craft beer and specialty cocktails, as well as a Martini & Burger Special. Definitely recommend checking this place out on your trip to PS.

    Double Smash Burger
    Harvey T.

    A1 since day one! This place is still great. Been a supporter from day one, since the old pop-up days at The Cole hotel. You can never go wrong with what they do best: classic smash burgers (and a nice cold beer). I'd say The Heyday has become a top 10 Palm Springs eatery for me--right up there with the likes of Sherman's Deli. It's always a good time and a good meal here. Triple-patty smash burger: 5/5 Pilsner beer: 5/5 Late night fries: 4/5 Onion rings: 2/5 Lemon pepper wings: 3/5

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    I'm not a huge fan of burgers but this place is delicious! The salad and wings were good too.

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    Ask the Community - The Heyday

    Is the location kid friendly?

    Yes, is a great place.

    Is The Heyday Dog friendly?

    They have a small front porch, where a dog would be OK

    Any outdoor dining?

    No outdoor dining. Lots of people do take out.

    Are you open on Christmas day?

    Great question! We’ll be closed Christmas Day so that our staff members can enjoy some time off with their friends/family. Thanks for reaching out.

    Are late afternoons usually busy? How about weekend afternoons?

    Generally the slowest point in the day, weekday or weekend is between 3p-5p. Hope to see ya!

    How do I get on the mailing list to be informed about future events? Been wanting to check this place out for sometime and hoping it's soon.

    Hey Bradley! I’m a Brad too haha. We’re actually opening (almost) full time now out of The Cole Hotel. Currently, we’re doing pre-orders only so as to schedule everyone and keep our social distance, but we’ll be taking walk ups for dine in or… 

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    Seating area for dining, drinks, and live music.
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    Onion rings and a Zombie drink.
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