BEST PLACES TO EAT
1. Norma’s – Parker Palm Springs
It’s a classic brunch locale that has stood the test of time. Enjoy a simple menu of modern comfort food. While the terrace is most coveted at this spot, the indoor tables are cozy and chic. Parkerpalmsprings.com.
2. Trio
Dine in a beautiful historic building designed by John Porter Clark and Albert Frey with a newly remodeled interior to match. Specializing in quality regional ingredients often from local farmers, Trio has been our pick for a special Atomic Ranch team dinner or two! Triopalmsprings.com.
3. Farm
It’s not hard to pack in the charm when you’re dining in a garden patio setting with a menu straight from the south of France. Farm manages to be a rustic and delicious oasis in the desert. Farmpalmsprings.com.
4. French Miso Café
A delightful pairing of French and Asian cuisine, thanks to owners Tomoko Jones and Eric Bovy, this charming jewel box of a restaurant touts delectable fare with equally special environs. Frenchmisocafe.com.
5. Chicken Ranch
Looking for a fast and fresh lunch? This sunny eatery serves delicious sandwiches and salads along with a nice menu of local beers. It’s often a first stop when the team arrives into town and fuels up for a day of building our booth at the Palm Springs Modernism Show.
6. Kings Highway
We’ve never made it to the Monday night drag bingo, but this cozy and effortlessly cool diner is a fabulous late-night option. Located inside the Ace Hotel, it’s also conveniently adjacent to the Amigo Room bar. Kingshighwaydiner.com.
7. 1501 Uptown Gastropub
With unfussy food that manages to be both hearty and elegant, and a great selection of vibrant drinks, this ticks off all the boxes. 1501uptown.com.
8. Boozehounds
Fun atomosphere, darling décor and dog friendly… what more could you ask for? Well, Boozehounds also serves vibrant, memorable dishes and, of course, great cocktails. And this rather large establishment is great for accommodating big groups or just for scoring a lastminute weekend reservation. Boozehoundsps.com.
9. 4 Saints
Fancy a fancy night out? This spot, seven stories up on the rooftop of The Rowan, has unrivaled 270-degree views of the city. Creative cocktails and a modern American menu guarantee a special evening. 4saintspalmsprings.com.
10. The Sandwich Spot
This is the Atomic Ranch goto for a quick takeout lunch in-between group projects. Sandwiches don names worthy of the Desert Open like The Racquet Club, the Dinah, the Indian Wells and the Federer. No matter what you get, it’s all about the Dutch crunch bread. Thesandwichspot.com.