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Le Vallauris
Rated as the best French restaurant in Palm Springs
and a long-standing favorite. A beautiful setting indoors and on their expansive shaded patio. Classic French cuisine.
383 West Tahquitz Canyon Way
Palm Springs, CA 92262
Phone: (760) 325-5059
http://www.levallauris.com
Le St Germain
74-985 Highway 111, Indian Wells, California 92210
Tel: 760-773-6511 Fax: 760-773-6510
Open every day, all year round.
Dinner starting at 5.30 P.M. until the last guest leaves.
Some enthusiast call it the Best Restaurant
the Palm Springs area ever had.
"Zagat Survey "
http://www.lestgermain.com/
Blame it on Midnight
A fun, 99.5% gay / Lesbian and very popular live entertainment lounge and casual restaurant. Courtyard
777 East Tahquitz Canyon Way
Palm Springs, CA
Phone: (760) 323-1200
Blue Coyote Grill
Great Mexican cuisine. Some of the best Margaritas in Palm Springs.
445 North Palm Canyon Drive
Palm Springs, CA
Phone: (760) 327-1196
Cedar Creek Inn
A lovely, Spanish Mediterranean atmosphere and diverse eclectic menu of salads, sandwiches, great entrees and brunch favorites.
1555 South Palm Canyon Drive
Palm Springs, CA
Phone: (760) 325-7300
Charlotte’s
A charming and intimate restaurant in downtown Palms Spring’s historic
La Plaza.
6 La Plaza
Palm Springs, CA 92262
Phone: (760) 327-9066
Chop House
The Deck (Palm Springs)
The Chop House - An expansive wine cellar estimated at 3,000 bottles, clean and sophisticated décor.
262 South Palm Canyon Drive
Palm Springs, CA
Phone: The Chop House (760) 320-4500
Phone: The Deck (760) 325-5200
Copley’s
Fine dinning for the experienced traveler - who’s looking for quality in a comfortable setting.
621 N. Palm Canyon
Palm Springs, CA 92262
760-327-9555
Davey’s Hideaway
A favorite by locals and visitors. Good selection of beef, lamb, pork and seafood items plus daily specials. Great cocktails.
292 East Palm Canyon Drive
Palm Springs, CA
Phone: (760) 320-4480
Enzo’s
Italian comfort food brought to you from the "old country."
254 North Palm Canyon Drive
Palm Springs, Ca 92262
760-416-4418
El Mirasol Regional Cuisines of Mexico
Small, intimate, famous original wall murals and viewed as having the best, fresh Mexican cuisine in Palm Springs.
140 East Palm Canyon Drive
Palm Springs, CA
Phone: (760) 323-0721
Johannes Cosmopolitan Cuisine
A French bistro with upscale, creative foods.
196 South Palm Canyon Drive
Palm Springs, CA
Phone: (760) 778-0017
Kaiser Grille
The menu which changes seasonally features California – Mediterranean influenced cuisine including a wide variety of fresh seafood.
205 South Palm Canyon Drive
Palm Springs, CA 92262
Phone: (760) 323-1003
LOOK
Patio Bar and outdoor restraunt. Located in downtown Palm Springs.
139 East Andreas Road
Palm Springs, CA
Phone: (760) 778-3520
Plum
Located in the heart of Palm Springs Village, PLUM offers a sophisticated, yet comfortable dining experience.
241 E. Tahquitz Canyon Way
Palm Springs, CA 92262
(760)322-0200
Rainbow Cactus Cafe
Reasonably priced and a good American comfort food menu selection.
212 South Indian Canyon Drive
Palm Springs, CA
Phone: (760) 325-3868
Red Tomato / House of Lamb
Serving the community for many, many years with pasta and lamb specialties plus pizza.
68-784 Grove Street at Highway 111
Cathedral City, CA
Phone: (760) 328-7518
Shame on the Moon
69-950 Frank Sinatra Drive
Rancho Mirage, CA
Phone: (760) 324-5515
Sherman’s Deli & Bakery
401 East Tahquitz Canyon Way
Palm Springs, CA
Phone: (760) 325-1199
St. James at the Vineyard
265 South Palm Canyon Drive, Suite E2
Palm Springs, CA 92262
Phone: (760) 320-8041
Thai Smile
Considered the best Thai Restaurant in Palm Springs
651 North Palm Canyon Drive
Palm Springs, CA
Phone: (760) 320-5503
Wang's in the Desert
The weekend hot spot. Wang's concept is Pan Asian Cuisine combining different types of cooking influences including Sichuan, Cantonese, Mandarin, Japanese, Thai and Korean.
424 S. Indian Canyon Drive
Palm Springs, CA 92262
760-325-9264
Zin American Bistro
Zin is an attempt to modernize and Americanize the Bistro concept; and brings a long overlooked dining option to the valley.
198 South Palm Canyon
Palm Springs, CA 92264
760-322-6300
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GAY GUIDE HOTELS |
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All Worlds Resort
526 Warm Sands Drive, Palm Springs, CA 92264
Reservation Phone 1-800-798-8781
Bacchanal
589 Grenfall Road, Palm Springs, CA 92264
Caliente Tropics
411 E. Palm Canyon Drive, Palm Springs, CA 92262
1-866-468-9595
Camp Palm Springs
1466 N. Palm Canyon Drive, Palm Springs, CA 92262
(Pet Friendly)
800-793-0063
Casitas Laquita
(Women Resort)
450 E. Palm Canyon Drive, Palm Springs, CA 92264
Century Palm Springs
598 Grenfall Road, Palm Springs, CA 92264
800-475-5188
Chaps Inn
312 Camino Monte Vista, Palm Springs, CA 92262
1-800-445-8916
Chestnutz Private Resort
641 San Lorenzo Road, Palm Springs, CA 92264
1-800-621-6973
Columns Resort
537 Grenfall Road, Palm Springs, CA 92264
800-798-0655
Desert Bear
530 E. Mel Avenue, Palm Springs, CA 92262
877-464-7695
Desert Moon Hotel
2150 N. Palm Canyon Drive, Palm Springs, CA 92262
1-800-506-1899
Desert Paradise Resort Hotel
615 South Warm Sands Drive, Palm Springs, CA 92264
800-342-7635
El Mirasol Villas
525 Warm Sands Drive, Palm Springs, CA 92264
800-327-2985
Hacienda at Warm Sands
586 Warm Sands Drive, Palm Springs, CA 92264
800-359-2007
Harlow Club Hotel
175 E. El Alameda, Palm Springs, CA 92262
Indianola Tiki Guest House
354 Stevens Road, Palm Springs, CA 92262
866-468-8454
Inn Exile
545 Warm Sands Drive, Palm Springs, CA 92264
1-800-962-0186
INNdulge Palm Springs
601 Grenfall Road, Palm Springs, CA 92264
1-800-833-5675
La Dolce Vita Resort
1491 S. Via soledad, Palm Springs, CA 92264
877-644-4111
La Posada Resorts
120 W. Vereda Sur, Palm Springs, CA 92262
1-888-411-4949
Las Palmas Hotel Palm Springs
1404 N. Palm Canyon Drive, Palm Springs, CA 92262
1-866-552-7272
Movie Star Hotel
310 E. Palm Canyon Drive, Palm Springs, CA 92264
800-970-4430
Queen of Hearts Resort(Women's Resort)
435 Avenida Olancha, Palm Springs, CA 92264
888-275-9903
Santiago Resort
650 San Lorenzo Road, Palm Springs, CA 92264
800-710-7729
Terrazzo
1600 E. Palm Canyon Drive, Palm Springs, CA 92264
866-837-7996
The Citadel Guesthouse
1491 S. Via Soledad, Palm Springs, CA 92264
1-877-644-4111
Tortuga Del Sol
715 East San Lorenzo Road, Palm Springs, CA 92264
888-541-3777
Triangle Inn Palm Springs
555 San Lorenzo Road, Palm Springs, CA 92264
800-732-7555
Vista Grande Resort
571 Warm Sands Drive, Palm Springs, CA 92264
1-800-669-1069
Warm Sands Villas
555 Warm Sands Drive, Palm Springs, CA 92264
800-357-5695
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January |
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Annual Desert Plein Air Exhibit/La Quinta Arts Foundation
Annual art exhibit that showcases painters that paint outdoors in the open air. Usually the third week in January. Call 760-564-1244
Palm Springs International Film Festival
Featuring films from around the world at theaters in Palm Springs, this is one of the country's largest film festivals. Usually in mid January. Call 760-322-2930
Bob Hope Chrysler Classic
This famous golf tournament is located at several area golf courses. Usually the third week in January. Call (760) 346-8184 |
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February |
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Verizon Tour de Palm Springs Bike Event
A bicycle race through Palm Springs and on several different courses. A portion of the proceeds benefit local charities. In early February. Call (760) 568-2800
National Date Festival and County Fair
A bicycle race through Palm Springs and on several different courses of various lengths. A portion of the proceeds benefit local charities. In early February. Call (760) 568-2800
Frank Sinatra Celebrity Golf Tournament
The Renaissance Esmeralda Resort hosts this tournament to benefit the Barbara Sinatra Children's Center. In mid-February. Call (760) 674-8447 |
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March |
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La Quinta Arts Festival
All mediums of art submitted by artists from around the world is on display at this outdoor event, accompanied by live entertainment, food, wine and children's activities. Held in mid-March. Call (760) 564-1244
Native American Film and Art Festival
Festival of feature and short films produced by Native Americans at The Camelot Theatres. The festival also includes panel discussions, an art exhibit and a closing party. Located at the Agua Caliente Cultural Museum in mid-March. Call (760) 325-6565
Dinah Shore Weekend
Gay women gather in Palm Springs for a four-day weekend party, organized by San Francisco's ClubSkirts and Cherry Bar Lounge. held in late March. Call (415) 974-5906 |
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April |
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International Art Fair
The Palm Springs Convention Center hosts an annual fair, held at the same time as a trade-only exhibition of interior design products by DECOR Expo California. Held the first weekend in April. Call (800) 333-7535
Swing'n Dixie Jazz Festival
Jazz musicians from all over the country come to The Riviera Hotel to perform, sponsored by the Dixieland Jazz Society of the Desert. Held the first week in April. Call (760) 333-7932
White Party
Hosted by The Jeffrey Sanker organization, this famous annual party is held throughout the greater Palm Springs area at a number of different venues, with the central party and program at the Palm Springs Convention Center. Easter weekend. Call (800) 333-7535
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May |
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Art Workshops
May is the last month of the season to attend weekly art workshops sponsored by the Palm Springs Desert Museum. At the Artists Council Center. Call (760) 325-7186
Smooth Jazz Festival
Jazz musicians play in this annual fundraiser held at the O'Donnell Golf Club, benefitting Hanson House and the Desert Healthcare Foundation. Held mid-May. Call (760) 323-6316
Will Clark?s Bad Boys Pool Party
Party at a private 3-acre Cree Estate to meet and party with gay film stars, which has raised almost a half million dollars for L.A. Shanti and AIDS research. Held mid-May. Call (323) 962-8197 |
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June |
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Jam Sessions at Melvyn's
Sunday afternoon jam sessions with local musicians at Melvyn's restaurant throughout the month. Call (760) 325-0046
Film Noir Festival
Classic black and white film noir festival at the Camelot Theatres the first weekend in June. Call (760) 325-6565
A Weekend with the King
The Wyndham Palm Springs hotel is the center of festivities, which is a gathering of Elvis' closest friends who reminisce about the King. On Father’s Day weekend. Call (760) 778-8418
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July |
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Desert Film Society
A new film is shown the first Saturday each month at the Camelot Theatres, followed by a discussion. Call (760) 772-3666
VillageFest
Arts, crafts, food, live music, children's activities and a farmers market, along North Palm Canyon Drive from Biristo Road to Amado Road on Thursday nights. Call (800) 927-7256
Street Fair
The city of Palm Desert offers arts, crafts, food and live entertainment in the streets of the downtown area. On weekend mornings. Call (760) 773-2567 |
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August |
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First Fridays
The shops in Palm Springs Uptown Heritage Galleries and Antique District are open until 9 PM, the first Friday, along North Palm Canyon Drive between Amado Road and Tachevah Drive. Call (561) 495-0233
Guided Tours: Springs Desert Museum
On the weekends, children's and adult's guided tours are held, showing the permanent collections and changing exhibitions.
Call (760) 325-7186
Jazz in the Pines
Outdoor jazz concert held in a grassy amphitheatre. Sponsored by the Idyllwild Arts Academy, a boarding arts high school, at the end of August. Call (909) 659-2171
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September |
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Rocktoberfest
Celebrating the music of the 50s and 60s, performed by some of the musicians of the era, along with an exhibition of classic cars, in downtown Palm Springs. Held the end of September. Call (760) 778-8418
Mall Walks
Daily 7 AM walks at the Palm Springs Mall, sponsored by Walk for Life.
Call (760) 327-1319
International Short Film Festival
Hundreds of short films are shown at the Camelot Theatres at this festival, which usually draws celebrity visitors from Hollywood. Held in mid-September. Call (760) 322-2930 |
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October |
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International Hispanic Film Festival
The Camelot Theatre shows Hispanic-themed and produced films in mid-October. Call (760) 325-6565
Annual Dinner in the Canyons
The social event of the season at the Andreas Canyon, including a three-course gourmet dinner, Native American dancing and music and a silent auction benefitting the Agua Caliente Cultural Museum. Held in mid-October. Call (760) 778-1070
Motorcycle and Hot Rod Weekend
Blocks of streets are closed off for this annual meeting of bikers over a weekend of festivities in mid-October. Call (800) 200-4557
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November |
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Art Affaire
Local and regional artists display their artwork at Whitewater Park in Rancho Mirage accompanied by music by popular jazz musicians. Held in early November. Call (760) 324-4511
Palm Springs Gay Pride Parade
Festival and gay pride parade in Palm Springs and the greater Coachella Valley area. Call (760) 416-8711
Golf Cart Parade
A parade featuring decorated golf carts, marching bands and costumed characters, located along El Paseo in Palm Desert at this family event in early November. Call (760) 346-6111 |
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December |
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International Tamale Festival
Taste all varieties of tamales in Indio's Old Town, and enjoy live entertainment featuring a parade, mariachis, a carnival and fireworks at this day-long festival. Held in early December. Call (760) 342-6532
Holiday Concert
A performance by the Twentynine Palms Marine Corps Band at the Palm Springs Convention Center. Held in early December. Call (760) 323-8272
Desert Big Band and Jazz Party
Located at the Palm Springs Riviera Resort and Racquet Club, this party hosts many popular jazz musicians. Tickets are $100 per day. Held the end of December. Call (760) 342-6532
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