Mediterranean Flavors Meets Desert Flair at New Palm Springs Restaurant

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Lola Rose Grand Mezze at the Thompson Palm Springs fuses the vibrant flavors of an Eastern Mediterranean restaurant with a Californian flair.

by | Jan 21, 2025

Grilled prime tomahawk steak served atop shishito peppers.
PHOTO COURTESY LOLA ROSE GRAND MEZZE

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Perched atop the Thompson Palm Springs, Lola Rose Grand Mezze brings the vibrant flavors of Eastern Mediterranean cuisine with a California twist to downtown Palm Springs. This Levantine-inspired dining destination, led by executive chef Quentin Garcia, offers mezze-style dishes featuring fresh seafood, spiced meats, and house-baked bread infused with the bounty of California. Guests can enjoy breakfast, lunch, and dinner complemented by unique wines, spice-infused craft cocktails, and local beers.

Designed as a lively gathering space, Lola Rose features a chic bar and lounge that radiates sophisticated charm with a creative edge. Catering to those with a curious and imaginative spirit, this vibrant venue invites lively conversation and unforgettable experiences. The lounge opens to breath-taking views of the San Jacinto Mountains, offering a seamless indoor-outdoor dining experience.

Lola Rose Grand Mezze at the Thompson Palm Springs fuses the vibrant flavors of an Eastern Mediterranean restaurant with a Californian flair.

Executive chef Quentin Garcia

PHOTO BY BRANDON HARMAN

Lola Rose Grand Mezze at the Thompson Palm Springs fuses the vibrant flavors of an Eastern Mediterranean restaurant with a Californian flair.

Mediterranean flavors mingling on the plate

Photo courtesy lola rose grand mezze

Chef Quentin Garcia, an Indio native with nearly 20 years of global culinary expertise, brings his innovative touch to Lola Rose. Having honed his skills in Michelin-starred kitchens and, most recently, at El Capitan Hotel’s Rainbird, Garcia is celebrated for crafting award-winning menus that showcase local ingredients.

Lola Rose invites guests to explore a menu spanning cultures from Greece to Egypt, featuring charred meats, fresh Pacific fish, and an array of spreads, grains, and greens. The venue offers an all-day experience, transitioning from playful daytime bites to elegant mezze-style dining under the stars.

Designed by B2 Architecture + Design, the space boasts gold-leaf wallpaper, exotic fabrics, and artistic accents that seamlessly harmonize with the hotel’s aesthetic. For more information, visit lolaroseps.com.

Lola Rose Grand Mezze

414 N. Palm Canyon Drive, Palm Springs
760-778-1234
lolaroseps.com

Lola Rose Grand Mezze

414 N. Palm Canyon Drive, Palm Springs
760-778-1234
lolaroseps.com

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