You’ll Love the Hottest New Restaurants in Palm Springs

The one constant in any thriving restaurant scene is change, and Palm Springs certainly fits the bill. Regular visitors often have their favorite Palm Springs restaurants but find a need to explore the new offerings as well. Your taste buds will not be disappointed with our rundown of some of the hottest new restaurants in Palm Springs. Be sure to bring your appetite and don’t forget to save room for dessert!

 The Draughtsman

The Draughtsman is the newest restaurant opening on the north side of the Uptown District in Palm Springs. The Draughtsman is best described as an renderer of elevated pub fare with an extensive collection of draft beers and hand-crafted cocktails in an atmosphere of laid back fun. The building was formerly a Pizza Hut but has undergone extensive renovations to highlight the unique architecture of Palm Springs with exterior walls that completely open to allow an al fresco dining experience while inside. The outside patio area is comfortably appointed with sitting areas including fire pits for those cooler evenings and an outdoor recreation area. Large screen televisions surround the bar area providing an excellent vantage point for watching your favorite sports teams and the big game. The Draughtsman has a comfortable neighborhood feel perfect for casual drinks and dining. Appetizers (try the Guiness Onion Soup), sandwiches, salads and burgers are available all day ($8-$16) while dinner entrees ($18-$29) are available from 5-11 pm. The Draughtsman is located at 1501 N. Palm Canyon Drive in Palm Springs.

Tipper’s Gourmet Food & Marketplace

Tucked inside the corner of the Henry Frank Shopping Arcade in downtown Palm Springs, Tipper’s Gourmet Food & Marketplace is a great spot for any meal during the day. Breakfast is available all day including sandwiches, burritos, quiche, breakfast bowls with weekly specials priced from $7-$10. The lunch menu features salads and hot & cold sandwiches priced from $8-$12. The dinner menu is available after 3 pm and is highlighted by the house-roasted chicken accompanied by Jerusalem Salad and roasted potatoes. Box lunches are available as well as “grab & go” dinners. Relax and enjoy your meal on their covered patio or stop by to peruse the marketplace for something tasty to take home. Tipper’s is located at 276 N. Palm Canyon Drive in Palm Springs.

Eight4Nine Restaurant & Lounge

EEight4Nine is an expansive elegant space located in the Uptown Design District of Palm Springs. Offering breakfast, lunch, dinner and happy hour, Eight4Nine is an ideal spot for an intimate meal for two or a gathering of a group of friends. The lounge and dining rooms have separate menus and it’s worth two trips just to experience both venues. The eclectic menu focuses on flavors and presentation of modern California Cuisine with dinner entree prices ranging from $18-$38. Patio seating is also available with views of the San Jacinto mountians. Eight4Nine is located at 849 N Palm Canyon Drive in Palm Springs.

Watercress Vietnamese Bistro

Watercress Vietnamese Bistro is the latest incarnation to the space in downtown Palm Springs which most famously hosted Hamburger Mary’s. Offering lunch and dinner daily as well as Asian breakfast on weekends, you’ll find an extensive menu featuring multiple pho choices, salads, meat and seafood entrees plus traditional Vietnamese favorites from $14-$25. A full bar offers interesting and delectable cocktails with $5 happy hour bites in the afternoons. Watercress Vietnamese Bistro is located at 415 N Palm Canyon Drive in Palm Springs.

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