{"id":771334,"date":"2025-07-29T12:00:00","date_gmt":"2025-07-29T19:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.palmspringslife.com\/?p=771334"},"modified":"2025-07-26T15:44:47","modified_gmt":"2025-07-26T22:44:47","slug":"best-of-the-best-2025-readers-favorite-things-in-greater-palm-springs","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.palmspringslife.com\/the-guide\/best-of\/best-of-the-best-2025-readers-favorite-things-in-greater-palm-springs\/","title":{"rendered":"Best of the Best 2025: Readers\u2019 Favorite Things in Greater Palm Springs"},"content":{"rendered":"\n[et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_column _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” type=”4_4″ theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” theme_builder_area=”post_content” hover_enabled=”0″ sticky_enabled=”0″]

In April, we invited you \u2014 our trusty readers \u2014 to shout out your favorite local businesses and experiences in our annual Best of the Best city-by-city competition.<\/p>\n

Our staff tallied the votes in 29 categories, identifying your go-to spots in each of the nine cities of Greater Palm Springs: Palm Springs, Desert Hot Springs, Cathedral City, Rancho Mirage, Palm Desert, Indian Wells, La Quinta, Indio, and Coachella.<\/p>\n

Congratulations to this year\u2019s top picks!
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BEST APPAREL & ACCESSORIES<\/span><\/h3>\n

Palm Springs<\/strong>
<\/span>Destination PSP
destinationpsp.com <\/i><\/a><\/p>\n

Desert Hot Springs
<\/span><\/strong>More to Love
instagram.com\/m2lmoretolove<\/a> <\/i><\/p>\n

Cathedral City
<\/span><\/strong>Revivals
revivalsstores.com <\/i><\/a><\/p>\n

Rancho Mirage
<\/span><\/strong>Coco & Lulu Boutique
cocoluluboutique.com <\/i><\/a><\/p>\n

Palm Desert
<\/span><\/strong>Trina Turk
trinaturk.com <\/i><\/a><\/p>\n

Indian Wells
<\/span><\/strong>Daisy Blue
instagram.com\/daisyblueboutiques <\/i><\/a><\/p>\n

La Quinta
<\/span><\/strong>Mimi & Rae
mimiandrae.com<\/a> <\/i><\/p>\n

Indio
<\/span><\/strong>Return of the Goods
instagram.com\/returnofthegoods <\/i><\/a><\/p>\n

Coachella (TIED)
<\/span><\/strong>New Life Resale Boutique
cvrm.org<\/a>
<\/i><\/p>\n

Aladinno Novedades Western Wear
instagram.com\/aladinnonovedades<\/i><\/a><\/p>[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”]

BEST D\u00c9COR & FURNITURE<\/span><\/h3>\n

Palm Springs
<\/span><\/strong>Destination PSP
destinationpsp.com <\/i><\/a><\/p>\n

Cathedral City
<\/span><\/strong>Hedge
hedgepalmsprings.com<\/i><\/a><\/p>\n

Rancho Mirage<\/span><\/strong>
<\/span><\/strong><\/i>Misty\u2019s Consignments
mistysconsignments.com<\/a><\/i><\/p>\n

Palm Desert
<\/span><\/strong>Lolo Interiors
lolointeriors.com<\/a><\/i><\/p>\n

Indian Wells
<\/span><\/strong>Karen Harlow for the Home
karenharlowforthehome.com <\/i><\/a><\/p>\n

La Quinta
<\/span><\/strong>Coco Rose Home
oldtownlaquinta.com <\/i><\/a><\/p>\n

Indio
<\/span><\/strong>Revivals
revivalsstores.com<\/a><\/i><\/p>[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_image src=”https:\/\/www.palmspringslife.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/DFOUTS_PSLM-BEST-0622_0023-cc.jpg” title_text=”DFOUTS_PSLM-BEST-0622_0023 cc” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][\/et_pb_image][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”891ded8d-bfb6-4883-9783-3a50da9dba2e” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content” sticky_enabled=”0″]

Hedge owners Thomas Sharkey and Charles Pearson. The store was named Best D\u00e9cor\/Furniture in Cathedral City.<\/p>[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” column_structure=”1_2,1_2″ theme_builder_area=”post_content” sticky_enabled=”0″][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”]

BEST GIFTS, SOUVENIRS & COLLECTIBLES<\/span><\/h3>\n

Palm Springs<\/strong>
<\/span>Just Fabulous
bjustfabulous.com <\/i><\/a><\/p>\n

Desert Hot Springs<\/strong>
<\/span>Cabot\u2019s Pueblo Museum Trading Post
shop.cabotsmuseum.org<\/i><\/a><\/p>\n

Cathedral City<\/strong>
<\/span>Revivals
revivalsstores.com <\/i><\/a><\/p>\n

Rancho Mirage<\/strong>
<\/span>Plants and Cards 4U
plantsandcards4u.com <\/i><\/a><\/p>\n

Palm Desert<\/strong>
<\/span>Palm Desert Mailbox+
palmdesertmailbox.com <\/i><\/a><\/p>\n

Indian Wells<\/strong>
<\/span>Kitchen Kitchen
kitchenkitchen.com <\/i><\/a><\/p>\n

La Quinta<\/strong>
<\/span>Old Town Artisan Studios
oldtownartisanstudios.org <\/i><\/a><\/p>\n

Indio<\/strong>
<\/span>Shields Date Garden
shieldsdategarden.com<\/i><\/a><\/p>[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”]

BEST FINE DINING<\/span><\/h3>\n

Palm Springs<\/strong>
<\/span>Spencer\u2019s Restaurant
spencersrestaurant.com <\/i><\/a><\/p>\n

Cathedral City<\/strong>
<\/span>Daniel\u2019s Table
danielstable.com <\/i><\/a><\/p>\n

Rancho Mirage<\/strong>
<\/span>Wally\u2019s Desert Turtle
wallysdesertturtle.com <\/i><\/a><\/p>\n

Palm Desert<\/strong>
<\/span>Eddie V\u2019s Prime Seafood
eddiev.com <\/i><\/a><\/p>\n

Indian Wells<\/strong>
<\/span>The Pink Cabana
sandshotelandspa.com <\/i><\/a><\/p>\n

La Quinta (TIED)<\/strong>
<\/span>DSRT Club
desertclublq.com<\/i><\/a><\/p>\n

Lavender Bistro
lavenderbistro.com<\/i><\/a><\/p>\n

Indio
<\/span><\/strong>Italica
italica.bar <\/i><\/a><\/p>[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row column_structure=”1_2,1_2″ _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”]

BEST ASIAN CUISINE<\/span><\/h3>\n

Palm Springs
<\/span><\/strong>Rooster and the Pig
roosterandthepig.com<\/a> <\/i><\/p>\n

Desert Hot Springs<\/strong>
<\/span>Thai Palms Restaurant
thaipalmdsh.com <\/i><\/a><\/p>\n

Cathedral City<\/strong>
<\/span>Desert Thai
desertthai.com <\/i><\/a><\/p>\n

Rancho Mirage
<\/span><\/strong>Joyce\u2019s Sushi
joycessushiranchomirage.com<\/i><\/a><\/p>\n

Palm Desert<\/strong>
<\/span>Thai Smile
thaismilerm.com<\/i><\/a><\/p>\n

Indian Wells
<\/span><\/strong>Nobu
noburestaurants.com<\/a>
<\/i><\/p>\n

La Quinta
<\/strong>My Thai
mythailq.com<\/i><\/a><\/span><\/p>\n

Indio<\/strong>
<\/span>Joy Asian Cuisine
fantasyspringsresort.com<\/i><\/a><\/p>[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_image src=”https:\/\/www.palmspringslife.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/NOBU_INDIANWELLS_020223_103-cc.jpg” title_text=”NOBU_INDIANWELLS_020223_103 cc” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][\/et_pb_image][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”891ded8d-bfb6-4883-9783-3a50da9dba2e” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content” sticky_enabled=”0″]

Nobu at the Indian Wells Tennis Garden was named as the Best Asian Cuisine in Indian Wells.<\/span><\/p>[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”891ded8d-bfb6-4883-9783-3a50da9dba2e” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”]

PHOTO COURTESY NOBU\u00a0<\/p>[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row column_structure=”1_2,1_2″ _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”]

BEST BAR SCENE<\/span><\/h3>\n

Palm Springs<\/strong>
<\/span>The Tropicale
thetropicale.com<\/i><\/a><\/p>\n

Desert Hot Springs (TIED)<\/strong>
<\/span>Casa Blanca Restaurant
casablancamenu.com<\/i><\/a><\/p>\n

Delicias Mexican Cuisine
ilovedeliciasmexicancuisine.com<\/i><\/a><\/p>\n

DHS Downtown Bar
instagram.com\/dhsdowntownbar <\/i><\/a><\/p>\n

Cathedral City<\/strong>
<\/span>The Roost Lounge
theroostcc.com <\/i><\/a><\/p>\n

Rancho Mirage<\/strong>
<\/span>Willie\u2019s Modern Fare
williesrm.com <\/i><\/a><\/p>\n

Palm Desert (TIED)<\/strong>
<\/span>La Fe Wine Bar
lafewinebar.com<\/i><\/a><\/p>\n

Tommy Bahama Restaurant & Bar
tommybahama.com<\/i><\/a><\/p>\n

Indian Wells<\/strong>
<\/span>The Nest
gotothenest.com <\/i><\/a><\/p>\n

La Quinta<\/strong>
<\/span>RD RNNR
roadrunnerlq.com <\/i><\/a><\/p>\n

Indio<\/strong>
<\/span>Indio Taphouse
indiotaphouse.com <\/i><\/a><\/p>\n

Coachella<\/strong>
<\/span>\u00c1yily Bar
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BEST BRUNCH<\/span><\/h3>\n

Palm Springs<\/strong>
<\/span>Spencer\u2019s Restaurant
spencersrestaurant.com <\/i><\/a><\/p>\n

Desert Hot Springs<\/strong>
<\/span>Delicias Mexican Cuisine
ilovedeliciasmexicancuisine.com <\/i><\/a><\/p>\n

Cathedral City<\/strong>
<\/span>Brunch 101
brunch101.com <\/i><\/a><\/p>\n

Rancho Mirage<\/strong>
<\/span>Si Bon
sibon-sogood.com <\/i><\/a><\/p>\n

Palm Desert<\/strong>
<\/span>Wilma & Frieda
wilmafrieda.com <\/i><\/a><\/p>\n

Indian Wells (TIED<\/strong>)
<\/span>Grapefruit Basil
tommybahamamiramonte.com <\/i><\/a><\/p>\n

Kestrel, A Richard Blais Kitchen + Lounge
kestrel.kitchen<\/i><\/a><\/p>\n

The Pink Cabana
sandshotelandspa.com <\/i><\/a><\/p>\n

La Quinta<\/strong>
<\/span>Ch\u00fala Artisan Eatery
chulaeatery.com <\/i><\/a><\/p>\n

Indio<\/strong>
<\/span>Pom
fantasyspringsresort.com <\/i><\/a><\/p>\n

Coachella<\/strong>
<\/span>Caf\u00e9 54
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Tommy Bahama Restaurant & Bar won Best Bar Scene and Best Dessert in the city of Palm Desert.<\/span><\/p>[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”e6b43398-9dc0-46ed-9cc4-b9de69bf0e6a” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”]

PHOTO COURTESY TOMMY BAHAMA RESTAURANT & BAR\u00a0<\/span><\/p>[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_image src=”https:\/\/www.palmspringslife.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/DFOUTS_PLSM_BESTOFBEST_0269-cc.jpg” title_text=”DFOUTS_PLSM_BESTOFBEST_0269 cc” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” width=”89.7%” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][\/et_pb_image][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”891ded8d-bfb6-4883-9783-3a50da9dba2e” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content” sticky_enabled=”0″]

Best Burger in Indio goes to Papa Headz, located downtown.<\/span><\/p>[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”e6b43398-9dc0-46ed-9cc4-b9de69bf0e6a” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”]

PHOTO BY DAVID FOUTS<\/p>[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row column_structure=”1_2,1_2″ _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”]

BEST BURGER <\/span><\/h3>\n

Palm Springs<\/strong>
<\/span>Smokin\u2019 Burgers and Lounge
smokinburgers.com <\/i><\/a><\/p>\n

Desert Hot Springs<\/strong>
<\/span>Dillon\u2019s Burgers & Beers
dillonsburgersbeers.com <\/i><\/a><\/p>\n

Cathedral City<\/strong>
<\/span>Tony\u2019s Burgers
tonysburgers.com <\/i><\/a><\/p>\n

Rancho Mirage<\/strong>
<\/span>Burgers & Beer
burgersandbeer.com <\/i><\/a><\/p>\n

Palm Desert<\/strong>
<\/span>Grill-A-Burger
grill-a-burger.com <\/i><\/a><\/p>\n

Indian Wells (TIED)<\/strong>
<\/span>Eureka!
eurekarestaurantgroup.com<\/a>
<\/i><\/p>\n

Kestrel, A Richard Blais Kitchen + Lounge
kestrel.kitchen <\/i><\/a><\/p>\n

La Quinta<\/strong>
<\/span>RD RNNR
roadrunnerlq.com <\/i><\/a><\/p>\n

Indio (TIED)<\/strong>
<\/span>Papa Headz
papaheadz.com<\/i><\/a><\/p>\n

Pom<\/strong>
fantasyspringsresort.com<\/i><\/a><\/p>\n

Indio Taphouse<\/strong>
indiotaphouse.com <\/i><\/a><\/p>\n

Coachella<\/strong>
<\/span>Caf\u00e9 54
augustinecasino.com <\/i><\/a><\/p>\n

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BEST COFFEE<\/span><\/h3>\n

Palm Springs<\/strong>
<\/span>Koffi
kofficoffee.com <\/i><\/a><\/p>\n

Desert Hot Springs<\/strong>
<\/span>Espresso Self
instagram.com\/espresso_self_dhs <\/i><\/a><\/p>\n

Cathedral City
<\/span><\/strong>Hot Lips Coffee Shop
hotlipscoffeeshop.com <\/i><\/a><\/p>\n

Rancho Mirage<\/strong>
<\/span>Koffi
kofficoffee.com <\/i><\/a><\/p>\n

Palm Desert<\/strong>
<\/span>Varraco Coffee Roasters
varracoroasting.com <\/i><\/a><\/p>\n

Indian Wells<\/strong>
<\/span>IW Coffee
instagram.com\/iwcoffee <\/i><\/a><\/p>\n

La Quinta (TIED)<\/strong>
<\/span>Cali Rosina Tea & Chocolate
instagram.com\/calitealife<\/a>
<\/i><\/p>\n

Main Street Coffee<\/strong>
mainstreetcoffeelq.com <\/i><\/a><\/p>\n

Indio<\/strong>
<\/span>Everbloom Coffee
everbloom.coffee <\/i><\/a><\/p>\n

Coachella<\/strong>
<\/span>Sixth Street Coffee
sixthstreetcoffee.com <\/i><\/a><\/p>[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_image src=”https:\/\/www.palmspringslife.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/GPS19_FYMO_RegionalCulinary_04.jpg” title_text=”GPS19_FYMO_RegionalCulinary_04″ _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][\/et_pb_image][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”891ded8d-bfb6-4883-9783-3a50da9dba2e” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content” sticky_enabled=”0″]

Shields Date Garden was your pick for Best Dessert and Best Gifts\/Souvenirs\/Collectibles in the city of Indio. (Try the date shake!)<\/p>[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”e6b43398-9dc0-46ed-9cc4-b9de69bf0e6a” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”]

Photo Courtey Vist Greater Palm Springs\u00a0<\/p>[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row column_structure=”1_2,1_2″ _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”]

BEST DESSERT<\/span><\/h3>\n

Palm Springs<\/strong>
<\/span>Peninsula Pastries
instagram.com\/peninsulapastriesps <\/i><\/a><\/p>\n

Desert Hot Springs<\/strong>
<\/span>Lizzy\u2019s Premium Frozen Yogurt
lizzyspremiumfrozenyogurt.com <\/i><\/a><\/p>\n

Cathedral City (TIED)
<\/span><\/strong>Gigi\u2019s Crepes Waffles & Juices
instagram.com\/gigis_crepes_waffles_and_juice<\/i><\/a><\/p>\n

Michael\u2019s Caf\u00e9<\/strong>
760-321-7197<\/i><\/p>\n

Trilussa<\/strong>
trilussarestaurant.com<\/a> <\/i><\/p>\n

Rancho Mirage<\/strong>
<\/span>Cake & Cakes
cake-cakes.com <\/i><\/a><\/p>\n

Palm Desert<\/strong>
<\/span>Tommy Bahama Restaurant & Bar
tommybahama.com <\/i><\/a><\/p>\n

Indian Wells (TIED)<\/strong>
<\/span>Kestrel, A Richard Blais Kitchen + Lounge
kestrel.kitchen<\/i><\/a><\/p>\n

Vicky\u2019s of Santa Fe<\/strong>
vickysofsantafe.com <\/i><\/a><\/p>\n

La Quinta<\/strong>
<\/span>Kiki\u2019s
kikislaquinta.com <\/i><\/a><\/p>\n

Indio (TIED)
<\/span><\/strong>Shields Date Garden
shieldsdategarden.com<\/i><\/a><\/p>\n

TKB Bakery & Deli<\/strong>
tkbbakery.com <\/i><\/p>\n

Coachella<\/strong>
<\/span>Caf\u00e9 54
augustinecasino.com<\/i><\/a><\/p>[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”]

BEST FARM-TO-TABLE<\/span><\/h3>\n

Palm Springs<\/strong>
<\/span>Farm
farmpalmsprings.com <\/i><\/a><\/p>\n

Cathedral City<\/strong>
<\/span>Daniel\u2019s Table
danielstable.com <\/i><\/a><\/p>\n

Rancho Mirage<\/strong>
<\/span>Willie\u2019s Modern Fare
williesrm.com <\/i><\/a><\/p>\n

Palm Desert<\/strong>
<\/span>Wildest Restaurant + Bar
wildestrestaurant.com <\/i><\/a><\/p>\n

Indian Wells<\/strong>
<\/span>Baby\u2019s March\u00e9
babysmarche.com <\/i><\/a><\/p>\n

La Quinta<\/strong>
<\/span>Kiki\u2019s
kikislaquinta.com <\/i><\/a><\/p>\n

Indio<\/strong>
<\/span>Heirloom Craft Kitchen
heirloomcraftkitchen.com <\/i><\/a><\/p>\n

Coachella<\/strong>
<\/span>Temalpakh Farm
temalpakhfarm.com <\/i><\/a><\/p>[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row column_structure=”1_2,1_2″ _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_image src=”https:\/\/www.palmspringslife.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Steakhouse_TomahawkSteak_Topdown_2_Final_Instagram-cc.jpg” title_text=”Steakhouse_TomahawkSteak_Topdown_2_Final_Instagram cc” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][\/et_pb_image][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”891ded8d-bfb6-4883-9783-3a50da9dba2e” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content” sticky_enabled=”0″]

Best Steak in Rancho Mirage goes to The Steakhouse at Agua Caliente Resort Casino Spa Rancho Mirage.<\/span><\/p>[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”e6b43398-9dc0-46ed-9cc4-b9de69bf0e6a” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”]

PHOTO COURTESY AGUA CALIENTE CASINOS<\/p>[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_image src=”https:\/\/www.palmspringslife.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/DFOUTS_PSLM-BEST-0622_0034-cc.jpg” title_text=”DFOUTS_PSLM-BEST-0622_0034 cc” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” width=”83.3%” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][\/et_pb_image][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”891ded8d-bfb6-4883-9783-3a50da9dba2e” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content” sticky_enabled=”0″]

Best Mexican Cuisine in Coachella? Readers picked El Tranvia.<\/span><\/p>[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”e6b43398-9dc0-46ed-9cc4-b9de69bf0e6a” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”]

PHOTO BY DAVID FOUTS<\/p>[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row column_structure=”1_2,1_2″ _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”]

BEST STEAK<\/span><\/h3>\n

Palm Springs<\/strong>
<\/span>Mr. Lyons
mrlyonsf10.com <\/i><\/a><\/p>\n

Desert Hot Springs<\/strong>
<\/span>Capri Restaurant
miraclesprings.com<\/i><\/a><\/p>\n

Cathedral City<\/strong>
<\/span>Daniel\u2019s Table
danielstable.com <\/i><\/a><\/p>\n

Rancho Mirage<\/strong>
<\/span>The Steakhouse
aguacalientecasinos.com<\/i><\/a><\/p>\n

Palm Desert<\/strong>
<\/span>Eddie V\u2019s Prime Seafood
eddiev.com<\/a> <\/i><\/p>\n

Indian Wells<\/strong>
<\/span>The Nest
gotothenest.com <\/i><\/a><\/p>\n

La Quinta<\/strong>
<\/span>LG\u2019s Prime Steakhouse
lgsprimesteakhouse.com <\/i><\/a><\/p>\n

Indio (TIED)<\/strong>
<\/span>The Bistro
fantasyspringsresort.com<\/a>
<\/i><\/p>\n

Italica<\/strong>
italica.bar <\/i><\/a><\/p>\n

Coachella<\/strong>
<\/span>Caf\u00e9 54
augustinecasino.com <\/i><\/a><\/p>[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”]

BEST MEXICAN CUISINE<\/span><\/h3>\n

Palm Springs<\/strong>
<\/span>El Mirasol
elmirasolrest.com <\/i><\/a><\/p>\n

Desert Hot Springs<\/strong>
<\/span>Delicias Mexican Cuisine
ilovedeliciasmexicancuisine.com <\/i><\/a><\/p>\n

Cathedral City<\/strong>
<\/span>La Tablita
instagram.com\/latablitamexican_restaurant <\/i><\/a><\/p>\n

Rancho Mirage<\/strong>
<\/span>Las Casuelas Nuevas
lascasuelasnuevas.com <\/i><\/a><\/p>\n

Palm Desert<\/strong>
<\/span>Fresh Agave Mexican Bar & Grill
freshagave.com <\/i><\/a><\/p>\n

Indian Wells<\/strong>
<\/span>Don Diego\u2019s of Indian Wells
dondiegosindianwells.com<\/i><\/a><\/p>\n

La Quinta<\/strong>
<\/span>Casa Mendoza Mexican Grill & Bar
casamendozarestaurants.com <\/i><\/a><\/p>\n

Indio<\/strong>
<\/span>Pueblo Viejo Grill
puebloviejogrill.com<\/a> <\/i><\/p>\n

Coachella<\/strong>
<\/span>El Tranvia
fb.com\/tranviarestaurant <\/i><\/a><\/p>[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row column_structure=”1_2,1_2″ _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”]

BEST HAPPY HOUR<\/span><\/h3>\n

Palm Springs<\/strong>
<\/span>The Tropicale
thetropicale.com <\/i><\/a><\/p>\n

Desert Hot Springs<\/strong>
<\/span>Delicias Mexican Cuisine
ilovedeliciasmexicancuisine.com <\/i><\/a><\/p>\n

Cathedral City<\/strong>
<\/span>Trilussa
trilussarestaurant.com <\/i><\/a><\/p>\n

Rancho Mirage<\/strong>
<\/span>Willie\u2019s Modern Fare
williesrm.com <\/i><\/a><\/p>\n

Palm Desert (TIED)<\/strong>
<\/span>The Hideout Kitchen + Bar
hideoutelpaseo.com<\/i><\/a><\/p>\n

Mamma Gina
mammagina.com <\/i><\/a><\/p>\n

Indian Wells<\/strong>
<\/span>Eureka!
eurekarestaurantgroup.com <\/i><\/a><\/p>\n

La Quinta<\/strong>
<\/span>RD RNNR
roadrunnerlq.com <\/i><\/a><\/p>\n

Coachella<\/strong>
<\/span>\u00c1yily Bar
augustinecasino.com<\/i><\/a><\/p>\n

Indio<\/strong>
<\/span>Indio Taphouse
indiotaphouse.com <\/i><\/a><\/p>[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”]

BEST ITALIAN CUISINE<\/span><\/h3>\n

Palm Springs<\/strong>
<\/span>Johnny Costa\u2019s Ristorante
johnnycostaspalmsprings.com<\/i><\/a><\/p>\n

Cathedral City<\/strong>
<\/span>Trilussa
trilussarestaurant.com <\/i><\/a><\/p>\n

Rancho Mirage<\/strong>
<\/span>Enzo\u2019s Bistro & Bar
enzosbistroandbarranchomirage.com <\/i><\/a><\/p>\n

Palm Desert<\/strong>
<\/span>Castelli\u2019s Ristorante
castellis.cc<\/a> <\/i><\/p>\n

Indian Wells<\/strong>
<\/span>The Nest
gotothenest.com <\/i><\/a><\/p>\n

La Quinta<\/strong>
<\/span>Kiki\u2019s
kikislaquinta.com <\/i><\/a><\/p>\n

Indio<\/strong>
<\/span>Italica
italica.bar <\/i><\/a><\/p>[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_image src=”https:\/\/www.palmspringslife.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Las_Casuelas_Nuevas.jpg” title_text=”Las_Casuelas_Nuevas” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][\/et_pb_image][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”891ded8d-bfb6-4883-9783-3a50da9dba2e” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content” sticky_enabled=”0″]

Las Casuelas Nuevas won three categories in Rancho Mirage: Best Mexican Cuisine, Best Margaritas, and Best Outdoor Dining.<\/span><\/p>[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”e6b43398-9dc0-46ed-9cc4-b9de69bf0e6a” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”]

PHOTO COURTESY VIST GREATER PALM SPRINGS<\/p>[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row column_structure=”1_2,1_2″ _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”]

BEST MARGARITA<\/span><\/h3>\n

Palm Springs<\/strong>
<\/span>Smokin\u2019 Burgers and Lounge
smokinburgers.com <\/i><\/a><\/p>\n

Desert Hot Springs<\/strong>
<\/span>Delicias Mexican Cuisine
ilovedeliciasmexicancuisine.com <\/i><\/a><\/p>\n

Cathedral City
<\/span><\/strong>La Tablita
instagram.com\/latablitamexican_restaurant <\/i><\/a><\/p>\n

Rancho Mirage
<\/span><\/strong>Las Casuelas Nuevas
lascasuelasnuevas.com <\/i><\/a><\/p>\n

Palm Desert
<\/strong><\/span>Fresh Agave Mexican Bar & Grill
freshagave.com<\/a> <\/i><\/p>\n

Indian Wells
<\/span><\/strong>The Pink Cabana
sandshotelandspa.com <\/i><\/a><\/p>\n

La Quinta
<\/strong><\/span>Casa Mendoza Mexican Grill & Bar
casamendozarestaurants.com <\/i><\/a><\/p>\n

Indio (TIED)
<\/span><\/strong>Twelve Cocktails Above
fantasyspringsresort.com<\/a>
<\/i><\/p>\n

Indio Taphouse
indiotaphouse.com <\/i><\/a><\/p>\n

Coachella
<\/span><\/strong>\u00c1yily Bar
augustinecasino.com <\/i><\/a><\/p>[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”]

BEST OUTDOOR DINING<\/span><\/h3>\n

Palm Springs
<\/span><\/strong>Spencer\u2019s Restaurant
spencersrestaurant.com <\/i><\/a><\/p>\n

Desert Hot Springs
<\/span><\/strong>Delicias Mexican Cuisine
ilovedeliciasmexicancuisine.com<\/a> <\/i><\/p>\n

Cathedral City
<\/span><\/strong>Trilussa
trilussarestaurant.com <\/i><\/a><\/p>\n

Rancho Mirage
<\/span><\/strong>Las Casuelas Nuevas
lascasuelasnuevas.com <\/i><\/a><\/p>\n

Palm Desert
<\/span><\/strong>Mitch\u2019s on El Paseo
mitchsonelpaseo.com <\/i><\/a><\/p>\n

Indian Wells
<\/span><\/strong>Grapefruit Basil
tommybahamamiramonte.com<\/i><\/a><\/p>\n

La Quinta<\/strong>
<\/span>Lavender Bistro
lavenderbistro.com <\/i><\/a><\/p>\n

Indio<\/strong>
<\/span>Jackalope Ranch
jackalope-ranch.com <\/i><\/a><\/p>[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row column_structure=”1_2,1_2″ _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row column_structure=”1_2,1_2″ _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”]

BEST TAPAS, APPS & SHARED PLATES<\/span><\/h3>\n

Palm Springs
<\/span><\/strong>Del Rey
villaroyale.com<\/i><\/a><\/p>\n

Desert Hot Springs
<\/span><\/strong>Delicias Mexican Cuisine
ilovedeliciasmexicancuisine.com<\/a>
<\/i><\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n

Cathedral City
<\/span><\/strong>Sol y Sombra
thepalomaresort.com<\/i><\/a><\/p>\n

Rancho Mirage
<\/span><\/strong>Catalan Mediterranean Cuisine
catalanrestaurants.com <\/i><\/a><\/p>\n

Palm Desert
<\/span><\/strong>The Hideout Kitchen + Bar
hideoutelpaseo.com <\/i><\/a><\/p>\n

Indian Wells
<\/strong><\/span>Vicky\u2019s of Santa Fe
vickysofsantafe.com <\/i><\/a><\/p>\n

La Quinta
<\/span><\/strong>RD RNNR
roadrunnerlq.com <\/i><\/a><\/p>\n

Indio
<\/span><\/strong>Cork & Fork
corkandforkwinebar.com <\/i><\/a><\/p>[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”]

BEST VEGETARIAN & VEGAN<\/span><\/h3>\n

Palm Springs
<\/span><\/strong>Chef Tanya\u2019s Kitchen
cheftanyaskitchen.com <\/i><\/a><\/p>\n

Desert Hot Springs
<\/span><\/strong>Its Taste of India
itstasteofindia.com <\/i><\/a><\/p>\n

Cathedral City
<\/span><\/strong>Fernanda\u2019s Salvadorian Food
fernandasrestaurant.com<\/i><\/a><\/p>\n

Palm Desert
<\/span><\/strong>Chef Tanya\u2019s Kitchen
cheftanyaskitchen.com <\/i><\/a><\/p>\n

La Quinta
<\/span><\/strong>Ch\u00fala Artisan Eatery
chulaeatery.com <\/i><\/a><\/p>\n

Indio
<\/span><\/strong>Unique Bite Eatery
uniquebiteeatery.com <\/i><\/a><\/p>[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_image src=”https:\/\/www.palmspringslife.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/DFOUTS_PSLM_BESTOFBEST_0063-cc.jpg” title_text=”DFOUTS_PSLM_BESTOFBEST_0063 cc” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][\/et_pb_image][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”891ded8d-bfb6-4883-9783-3a50da9dba2e” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content” sticky_enabled=”0″]

You named Palm Springs Aerial Tramway as the Best Attraction and Best Children\u2019s Activity in Palm Springs.<\/p>[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”e6b43398-9dc0-46ed-9cc4-b9de69bf0e6a” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”]

PHOTO BY DAVID FOUTS<\/p>[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row column_structure=”1_2,1_2″ _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”]

BEST ATTRACTION<\/span><\/h3>\n

Palm Springs
<\/span><\/strong>Palm Springs Aerial Tramway
pstramway.com <\/i><\/a><\/p>\n

Desert Hot Springs
<\/span><\/strong>Cabot\u2019s Pueblo Museum
cabotsmuseum.org<\/a> <\/i><\/p>\n

Cathedral City (TIED)
<\/span><\/strong>Agua Caliente Casino Cathedral City
aguacalientecasinos.com<\/i><\/a><\/p>\n

Mark Pickford Theatre Is D\u2019Place
dplaceentertainment.com<\/i><\/a><\/p>\n

Rancho Mirage
<\/span><\/strong>Sunnylands Center & Gardens
sunnylands.org <\/i><\/a><\/p>\n

Palm Desert
<\/span><\/strong>The Living Desert Zoo and Gardens
livingdesert.org <\/i><\/a><\/p>\n

Indian Wells
<\/strong><\/span>Indian Wells Tennis Garden
indianwellstennisgarden.com <\/i><\/a><\/p>\n

La Quinta
<\/span><\/strong>Gather Yoga
gatherlaquinta.com <\/i><\/a><\/p>\n

Indio
<\/span><\/strong>Empire Polo Club
empirepoloclubevents.com<\/a> <\/i><\/p>\n

Coachella (TIED)
<\/span><\/strong>Augustine Casino
augustinecasino.com<\/i><\/a><\/p>\n

Coachella Walls
coachella.org<\/i><\/a><\/p>\n

Temalpakh Farm
temalpakhfarm.com <\/i><\/a><\/p>[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”]

BEST CHILDREN\u2019S ACTIVITY<\/span><\/h3>\n

Palm Springs (TIED)
<\/span><\/strong>Palm Springs Aerial Tramway
pstramway.com<\/a>
<\/i><\/p>\n

Palm Springs Art Museum
psmuseum.org <\/i><\/a><\/p>\n

Desert Hot Springs
<\/span><\/strong>Cabot\u2019s Pueblo Museum
cabotsmuseum.org <\/i><\/a><\/p>\n

Cathedral City (TIED)
<\/span><\/strong>Boomer\u2019s Palm Springs
boomerspalmsprings.com<\/i><\/a><\/p>\n

Zebra World
zebraworldplayground.com <\/i><\/a><\/p>\n

Rancho Mirage
<\/span><\/strong>Children\u2019s Discovery Museum of the Desert
cdmod.org <\/i><\/a><\/p>\n

Palm Desert
<\/span><\/strong>The Living Desert Zoo and Gardens
livingdesert.org <\/i><\/a><\/p>\n

La Quinta
<\/span><\/strong>Old Town Artisan Studios
oldtownartisanstudios.org <\/i><\/a><\/p>\n

Indio
<\/span><\/strong>Center Stage
indio.org <\/i><\/a><\/p>[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_image src=”https:\/\/www.palmspringslife.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/DFOUTS_LIVINGDESERT_PARTTWO_0088-cc.jpg” title_text=”DFOUTS_LIVINGDESERT_PARTTWO_0088 cc” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][\/et_pb_image][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”891ded8d-bfb6-4883-9783-3a50da9dba2e” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content” sticky_enabled=”0″]

The Living Desert Zoo and Gardens was your pick for Best Attraction, Best Children\u2019s Activity, and Best Outdoor Activity in Palm Desert.<\/p>[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”e6b43398-9dc0-46ed-9cc4-b9de69bf0e6a” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”]

PHOTO BY DAVID FOUTS<\/p>[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row column_structure=”1_2,1_2″ _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”]

BEST BOUTIQUE HOTEL<\/span><\/h3>\n

Palm Springs (TIED)
<\/span><\/strong>Alcazar Palm Springs
alcazarpalmsprings.com<\/i><\/a><\/p>\n

Drift Palm Springs
drifthotels.co<\/i><\/a><\/p>\n

Desert Hot Springs
<\/span><\/strong>The Spring Resort & Spa
the-spring.com <\/i><\/a><\/p>\n

Cathedral City
<\/span><\/strong>The Paloma
thepalomaresort.com <\/i><\/a><\/p>\n

Palm Desert
<\/span><\/strong>Mojave Resort
mojaveresort.com <\/i><\/a><\/p>\n

Indian Wells
<\/span><\/strong>Sands Hotel & Spa
sandshotelandspa.com <\/i><\/p>\n

La Quinta
<\/span><\/strong>The Chateau at Lake La Quinta
thechateau.com <\/i><\/a><\/p>\n

Indio
<\/span><\/strong>Saint Boniface Hotel
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BEST HOTEL & RESORT AMENITIES<\/span><\/h3>\n

Palm Springs (TIED)
<\/span><\/strong>Parker Palm Springs
parkerpalmsprings.com<\/i><\/a><\/p>\n

Thompson Palm Springs
thompsonpalmsprings.com <\/i><\/a><\/p>\n

Desert Hot Springs
<\/span><\/strong>Azure Palm Hot Springs Resort & Day Spa Oasis
azurepalmhotsprings.com <\/i><\/a><\/p>\n

Cathedral City
<\/span><\/strong>CCBC Resort Hotel
ccbcresorthotel.com <\/i><\/a><\/p>\n

Rancho Mirage
<\/span><\/strong>Agua Caliente Resort Casino Spa Rancho Mirage
aguacalientecasinos.com <\/i><\/a><\/p>\n

Palm Desert
<\/span><\/strong>JW Marriott Desert Springs Resort & Spa
desertspringsresort.com <\/i><\/a><\/p>\n

Indian Wells
<\/span><\/strong>Grand Hyatt Indian Wells Resort & Villas
indianwells.hyatt.com <\/i><\/a><\/p>\n

La Quinta
<\/span><\/strong>La Quinta Resort & Club
laquintaresort.com<\/a> <\/i><\/p>\n

Indio
<\/span><\/strong>Fantasy Springs Resort Casino
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Temalpakh Farm won Best Attraction and Best Farm-to-Table in Coachella. (Visit the market for a smoothie!)<\/span><\/p>[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”e6b43398-9dc0-46ed-9cc4-b9de69bf0e6a” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”]

PHOTO COURTESY AUGUSTINE BAND OF CAHUILLA INDIANS<\/span><\/p>[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row column_structure=”1_2,1_2″ _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”]

BEST GUIDED TOUR<\/span><\/h3>\n

Palm Springs<\/strong>
<\/span>Modern & More Bike Tours
instagram.com\/modernandmoreps <\/i><\/a><\/p>\n

Desert Hot Springs<\/strong>
<\/span>Cabot\u2019s Pueblo Museum
cabotsmuseum.org <\/i><\/a><\/p>\n

Rancho Mirage<\/strong>
<\/span>Sunnylands Center & Gardens
sunnylands.org<\/a> <\/i><\/p>\n

Palm Desert<\/strong>
<\/span>Red Jeep Tours
red-jeep.com <\/i><\/a><\/p>\n

La Quinta<\/strong>
<\/span>La Quinta Cove Full Moon Hike
desertmountains.org <\/i><\/a><\/p>\n

Coachella<\/strong>
<\/span>The Packhouse at Aziz Farms
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BEST LIVE MUSIC<\/span><\/h3>\n

Palm Springs<\/strong>
<\/span>Agua Caliente Casino Palm Springs
aguacalientecasinos.com<\/i><\/a><\/p>\n

Desert Hot Springs
<\/span><\/strong>Delicias Mexican Cuisine
ilovedeliciasmexicancuisine.com <\/i><\/a><\/p>\n

Cathedral City (TIED)
<\/span><\/strong>The Roost Lounge
theroostcc.com<\/a>
<\/i><\/p>\n

Agua Caliente Casino Cathedral City
aguacalientecasinos.com<\/i><\/a><\/p>\n

Rancho Mirage
<\/span><\/strong>Agua Caliente Resort Casino Spa Rancho Mirage
aguacalientecasinos.com <\/i><\/a><\/p>\n

Palm Desert
<\/span><\/strong>Casuelas Caf\u00e9
casuelascafe.com <\/i><\/a><\/p>\n

Indian Wells
<\/span><\/strong>The Nest
gotothenest.com <\/i><\/a><\/p>\n

La Quinta
<\/span><\/strong>Old Town Artisan Studios
oldtownartisanstudios.org <\/i><\/a><\/p>\n

Indio
<\/span><\/strong>Rock Yard
fantasyspringsresort.com<\/i><\/a><\/p>\n

Coachella
<\/span><\/strong>Augustine Casino
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BEST LOCATION FOR DATE NIGHT<\/span><\/h3>\n

Palm Springs<\/strong>
<\/span>Kaiser Grille Palm Springs
kaisergrille.com <\/i><\/a><\/p>\n

Desert Hot Springs (TIED)<\/strong>
<\/span>Delicias Mexican Cuisine
ilovedeliciasmexicancuisine.com<\/a>
<\/i><\/p>\n

A Sea Mountain Luxury Nude Resort & Spa
seamountaininn.com <\/i><\/a><\/p>\n

Cathedral City (TIED)<\/strong>
<\/span>Daniel\u2019s Table
danielstable.com<\/i><\/a><\/p>\n

Mary Pickford Theatre Is D\u2019Place
dplaceentertainment.com<\/i><\/a><\/p>\n

Rancho Mirage<\/strong>
<\/span>Wally\u2019s Desert Turtle
wallysdesertturtle.com<\/a> <\/i><\/p>\n

Palm Desert<\/strong>
<\/span>Acrisure Arena
acrisurearena.com <\/i><\/a><\/p>\n

Indian Wells<\/strong>
<\/span>Grapefruit Basil
tommybahamamiramonte.com<\/i><\/a><\/p>\n

La Quinta<\/strong>
<\/span>Lavender Bistro
lavenderbistro.com <\/i><\/a><\/p>\n

Indio<\/strong>
<\/span>Fantasy Springs Resort Casino
fantasyspringsresort.com <\/i><\/a><\/p>\n

Coachella<\/strong>
<\/span>Augustine Casino
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BEST OUTDOOR ACTIVITY<\/span><\/h3>\n

Palm Springs
<\/span><\/strong>Hiking the Indian Canyons<\/p>\n

Desert Hot Springs
<\/span><\/strong>Hiking Long Canyon Trail<\/p>\n

Cathedral City
<\/span><\/strong>Hiking Cathedral Canyon<\/p>\n

Rancho Mirage
<\/span><\/strong>Sunnylands Center & Gardens
sunnylands.org<\/a> <\/i><\/p>\n

Palm Desert
<\/span><\/strong>The Living Desert Zoo and Gardens
livingdesert.org <\/i><\/a><\/p>\n

Indian Wells
<\/span><\/strong>Indian Wells Tennis Garden
indianwellstennisgarden.com <\/i><\/a><\/p>\n

La Quinta
<\/span><\/strong>Gather Yoga
gatherlaquinta.com <\/i><\/a><\/p>\n

Indio
<\/span><\/strong>Hiking Indio Badlands<\/p>[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_image src=”https:\/\/www.palmspringslife.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/DHSgolf.png” title_text=”DHSgolf” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][\/et_pb_image][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”891ded8d-bfb6-4883-9783-3a50da9dba2e” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content” sticky_enabled=”0″]

Mission Lakes Country Club won Best Public Golf Course in Desert Hot Springs \u2014 it\u2019s the highest elevation of any Coachella Valley course.<\/p>[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”e6b43398-9dc0-46ed-9cc4-b9de69bf0e6a” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”]

PHOTO COURTESY VISIT GREATER PALM SPRINGS<\/span><\/p>[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row column_structure=”1_2,1_2″ _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”]

BEST PUBLIC GOLF COURSE<\/span><\/h3>\n

Palm Springs<\/strong>
<\/span>Indian Canyons Golf Resort
indiancanyonsgolf.com <\/i><\/a><\/p>\n

Desert Hot Springs<\/strong>
<\/span>Mission Lakes Country Club
missionlakescountryclub.com<\/i><\/a><\/p>\n

Cathedral City<\/strong>
<\/span>Cimarr\u00f3n Golf Resort
cimarrongolf.com <\/i><\/a><\/p>\n

Rancho Mirage<\/strong>
<\/span>The Westin Rancho Mirage Golf Resort & Spa
westinranchomirage.com<\/i><\/a><\/p>\n

Palm Desert
<\/span><\/strong>Desert Willow Golf Resort
desertwillow.com <\/i><\/a><\/p>\n

Indian Wells
<\/span><\/strong>Indian Wells Golf Resort
indianwellsgolfresort.com <\/i><\/a><\/p>\n

La Quinta (TIED)
<\/strong><\/span>Palm Royale Country Club
palmroyalecc.com<\/a>
<\/i><\/p>\n

PGA WEST
pgawest.com<\/a> <\/i><\/p>\n

Indio
<\/span><\/strong>Fantasy Springs Resort Casino
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BEST SPA<\/span><\/h3>\n

Palm Springs<\/strong>
<\/span>The Spa at S\u00e9c-he
thespaatseche.com<\/i><\/a><\/p>\n

<\/i><\/span>Desert Hot Springs<\/strong>
<\/span>Azure Palm Hot Springs Resort & Day Spa Oasis
azurepalmhotsprings.com <\/i><\/a><\/p>\n

Rancho Mirage
<\/span><\/strong>Sunstone Spa
aguacalientecasinos.com <\/i><\/a><\/p>\n

Palm Desert<\/strong>
<\/span>All About Massage
allaboutmassage.com <\/i><\/a><\/p>\n

Indian Wells<\/strong>
<\/span>Spa Rosa
tommybahamamiramonte.com <\/i><\/a><\/p>\n

La Quinta<\/strong>
<\/span>Spa La Quinta
laquintaresort.com <\/i><\/a><\/p>\n

Indio<\/strong>
<\/span>True Awakening Studio
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