The Best Eats & Drinks in Palm Springs to Celebrate the 8th Summer Annual
by Jorge Perezchica
As summer heats up in August, Splash House has proven to be the hottest ticket in town. After a year hiatus due to COVID-19, the festival weekender will take place August 13-15 and 20-22 to celebrate its eighth summer anniversary. Known for its forward-thinking dance music curation and poolside parties that make it a renowned destination for music fans and travelers.
Whether you are spending the weekend dancing poolside to the latest beats, splashing with your mates or relaxing in your floatie – there are plenty of Eat/Drink/Treat choices in Palm Springs to satisfy your hunger and stay cool under the sun. From local favored brewing to mouth watering burgers, Baja inspired tacos, Italian pastas, vegan options, grab-and-go sandwiches, fresh pizza, delicious specialty coffee, organic plant-based juice or ice cream with a local twist.
Before heading over to the festival, check out the list below and start planing your foodie itinerary. Imagine a concert of flavors splash in your mouth to entertain your taste buds and make your weekend even more memorable. Here are a few of Coachella Magazine’s picks to fill your tummy with yummy.
Stout Burgers
Stout Burgers is THE destination for gourmet burgers made in-house daily along with a selection of carefully curated local and international craft beers, wine and specialty cocktails.
The styles of burgers include beef cooked medium rare plus organic ground chicken – both ground in-house daily. Vegetarian and vegan options are available with our house-made quinoa-based and Beyond Meat patties, but also the new protein-packed HEMP burger.
We dress each burger with a variety of handcrafted toppings, including sauces and dips, onions cooked down to the sweetness of maple syrup, specialty cheeses, smoky bacon, fresh arugula, and roasted tomatoes. Sides like fries, tots, pretzels and salads round out the menu, but we’re also famous for our à la mode Bread Pudding!
Social: @stoutburgers
Address: 100 W Tahquitz Canyon Way Ste 130, Palm Springs
Chef Tanya’s Kitchen
Chef Tanya’s Kitchen was recently rated #3 in the top 25 restaurants by Yelp. The rating included both the Inland Empire and Coachella Valley in the statistics. Not bad for all vegan deli and marketplace! Chef Tanya is definitely a vegan on a mission to bring carnivores and vegans to the table and enjoy a great meal. Try the best selling Chupacabra Chicken or the Coachella Forever Salad. The house cultured tempeh in the Guadalajara Burger is what prompted Chef Tanya to start a vegan restaurant as there is no finer feeling than eating fresh tempeh. One can shop snacks, deli takeout and sundries in the well stocked curated marketplace. As Chef Tanya says, “Eat Plants, Look Good In Your Pants!”
Social: @cheftanyaskitchen
Address: 706 S Eugene Rd, Palm Springs
Boozehounds Palm Springs
Boozehounds is an upbeat dog friendly bar restaurant in the heart of Palm Springs! A stylish inviting new hot spot with craft cocktails by mixologist Justin Gordon, globally influenced dishes by award winning executive chef Corey Baker, and amazing coffee from Vagabond Roasters. A focus on locally sourced fresh ingredients means flavors are sure to delight! Boozehounds is a great choice whether you want a space to work in the morning while sipping a latte, a place to grab happy-hour with a friend, or a date night location with amazing mountain views. The Atrium and Patio are the ideal choice if you want your beloved pup to tag along. Treats and eats are also available for your fur baby to enjoy! Boozehounds is proud to be part of the Palm Springs community and welcomes diverse guests from near and far. All are welcome!
Social: @boozehoundsps
Address: 2080 N Palm Canyon Dr, Palm Springs
Cheeky’s
Cheeky’s is a Palm Springs institution where everything is made from scratch using the freshest local ingredients. The menu changes weekly, serving up creative meditations on breakfast and lunch in a bright indoor-outdoor setting. Must-try items include their iconic bacon flight and Bloody Mary Boot.
Social: @cheekysps
Address: 622 N Palm Canyon Dr, Palm Springs
Tommy Bahama Marlin Bar
The Tommy Bahama Marlin Bar offers food and cocktails via a new style of service — orders are placed at a walk-up counter and then delivered by servers to the table on the expansive outdoor patio. Guests can indulge in tried-and-true favorites such as coconut shrimp, filet mignon flatbread, chicken and mango salad, lump blue crab salad, Ahi and Mahi bowls, Thai shrimp, a Cuban sandwich and chicken panini. Hand crafted cocktails, on tap wines and keg cocktails.
The retail store effortlessly showcases an impressive assortment of the Tommy Bahama men’s and women’s sportswear, swimwear, accessories, capsule collections and home décor items. The Tommy Bahama Marlin Bar is an ideal place to shop and recharge as you take in the vibrant energy of downtown Palm Springs.
Social: @tommybahamarestaurant
Address: 111 N Palm Canyon Dr #150, Palm Springs
El Patrón
El Patrón is a boutique Baja inspired eatery committed to serving the freshest natural, local produce, wild caught seafood and all natural hormone-free meats. We prepare all foods FRESH daily with authentic Mexican spices and flavor, including our homemade corn tortillas, chips, salsa, cold crafted drinks and cocktails. El Patrón welcomes you to come eat with us and experience a better way to dine in a cool place, with a great vibe and great tunes, on the coolest patio in town.
Social: @elpatronpalmsprings
Address: 101 S Palm Canyon Dr, Palm Springs
Giuseppe’s Pizzeria
Giuseppe’s Pizzeria is family owned and operated since 2008. We use the freshest ingredients to deliver Chicago-inspired Italian dishes that are full of flavor! Order your favorite pizza on our crispy thin crust or Chicago-style deep dish, or choose from a long list of our house specialties. Our full bar also serves local craft brews, and regional, national, and international wines. Don’t forget to save room for dessert!
Social: @giuseppesps
Address: 1775 E Palm Canyon Dr, Palm Springs
Fruit Wonders
Fruit Wonders is a 100% organic plant-based Juice Bar and Wellness Shop located in Downtown Palm Springs. Specializing in fresh organic Juices, Açaí Bowls, Smoothies, Frescas and plenty more. All products are made in-house and fresh to order with online ordering and curbside pickup available. Stay cool at Fruit Wonders PalmSprings.
Social: @fruitwonders
Address: 264 N Palm Canyon Dr, Palm Springs
The Rowan Palm Springs
Kimpton The Rowan Palm Springs is a desert retreat that effortlessly blends laidback cool and rugged beauty with high style, culture, and unrivaled Kimpton hospitality. At Juniper Table, Southern California’s bounty is enhanced by flavors of the Mediterranean with menus for morning, day and night. Executive Chef Dan Grunbeck has newly expanded the menu at High Bar with a selection of light fare, snacks, sandwiches and shareable plates. Along with 4 Saints restaurant, Window Bar, the city’s only rooftop pool, more than 16,000 square feet of indoor/outdoor event space, idyllic views of the San Jacinto Mountains and desert landscape, and a prime location anchoring the very center of downtown Palm Springs, Kimpton The Rowan Palm Springs serves as a space to ignite the imagination, engage and elevate.
Social: @rowanpalmsprings
Address: 100 W Tahquitz Canyon Way, Palm Springs
L’Olivo Palm Springs
L’Olivo has a menu of its own, introducing fresh Italian cuisine. Located in the heart of Downtown Palm Springs, we look forward to making each experience as memorable as the last. As always, the Flash Fried Calamari is a winner, and the Ahi Tuna Tartare is a light and tangy option, but ordering a glass of Prosecco as you step through the doors should be your number one priority! Whether you join us for dinner alfresco, yet intimate in its simplicity, you’ll know what to have on our utterly sensational menu!
Social: @l_olivopalmsprings
Address: 333 N Palm Canyon Dr, Palm Springs
Las Palmas Brewing
Las Palmas is a family owned and operated brewery, natural wine bar, and beer garden located in the Old Las Palmas Neighborhood of Palm Springs. House beer and wine selection are inspired by old world beverages. Our two barrel brewhouse specializes in farmhouse ales, unfiltered IPAs, and slow fermented lagers.
Social: @laspalmasbrewing
Address: 461 N Palm Canyon Dr, Palm Springs
Truss & Twine
Truss & Twine will be a lively and sophisticated bar for small bites and carefully curated drinks. Anchored by the drinks program, Truss & Twine’s cocktail menu will be separated into eras of cocktail culture from the “Golden Age” to “Modern Day,” featuring beverages from Dave Castillo and Michelle Bearden. The bar will also serve wines and cider on tap.
Social: @trussandtwine
Address: 800 N Palm Canyon Dr, Palm Springs
Blackbook
Tucked in middle of the most popular nightlife block in the valley. Blackbook boasts the largest whiskey selection in the valley, it’s own house label hibiscus blond beer, specialty cocktails, and an extensive craft beer selection.
However, the big surprise is this bar has one of the best kitchens in town. They are home to the Original Palm Spring style nachos, and one gorgeous Nashville Hot Chicken sandwich.
Social: @blackbookbar
Address: 315 E Arenas Rd, Palm Springs, CA
1501 Uptown Gastropub
1501 Uptown Gastropub occupies the handsome pub designed by famed Architect Chris Pardo. Your hosts Willie Rhine of Eight4Nine Restaurant & Lounge and Chad Gardner of 533 Viet Fusion and Roly China Fusion bring their combined successful track records to this new culinary venture offering a range of seasonal freshly prepared food and a comprehensive drinks selection along with first-class service.
Social: @1501uptown
Address: 1501 N Palm Canyon Dr, Palm Springs, CA
Lappert’s Ultra Premium Ice Cream
An unparalleled ice cream experience awaits you at Lappert’s Ultra-Premium Ice Cream in Downtown Palm Springs. Our menu features our award winning, world famous Lappert’s Ultra-Premium Ice Cream – boasting distinctive, unique, rotating flavors – such as Kauai Pie, Hawaiian Sea Salt Caramel, Kona Coffee, Banana Cream Pie, Rum Raisin, Date Casablanca and MANY more. We have 48 FLAVORS to choose from – everyday! We also serve delicious summertime treats, Dole Soft Serve and Giant Milkshakes!
Social: @lappertspalmsprings
Address: 130 N Palm Canyon Dr, Palm Springs
Café La Jefa
Café La Jefa is a Latin influenced modern coffee house located in uptown Palm Springs. We feature delicious specialty coffee and healthy “grab and go” food. Every item on the menu is handcrafted by local artisan chefs and local bakers prepared for the most discerning foodie and coffee lover.
At Café La Jefa, we serve Sisters Coffee as well as a variety of kombuchas, pre-made salads, wraps and sandwiches. Our brand mission is to create an ambiance for our guests where they can feel inspired to relax, create, nourish, and socialize.
Social: @cafelajefa
Address: 750 N Palm Canyon Dr, Palm Springs
For more info about Splash House weekend festival visit: splashhouse.com