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Diners' Choice: Romantic restaurants in Palm Springs / Palm Desert Cities

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Updated April 05, 2025

Looking for restaurants that are the most romantic in Palm Springs / Palm Desert Cities? You’re in the right place. Each month, OpenTable analyzes nearly 2 million global diner reviews from the past four months. We sort the results by location and category to help you discover new favourite restaurants. It's a great partnership: you reserve, eat, and review. We listen...and deliver the results for all to benefit. Enjoy!


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Cielo
4.8
4.8 (3254)
$50 and over
Steak
Cabazon
About the restaurant
Cielo, is a Steak and Seafood Restaurant that celebrates a distinctly comfortable, Californian approach to fine dining. Each dish, inspired by traditional steak and seafood fare, showcases the fresh flavors of California’s farm produce and presents it with a playful sense of humor. Known for its warm, accommodating service, Cielo is a special dining experience with a casual touch. Cielo is nestled in California’s Cabazon Valley, 20 miles west of Palm Springs, and in between the spectacular San Gorgonio and San Jacinto mountain ranges. Located on the 27th floor of the Morongo Resort and Casino, Cielo is set aglow with stunning chandeliers. Cielo is quite literally a jewel at the top of the Morongo Resort and Casino.
Top review
Korinne
Dined 2 days ago
The ribeye steak, rib tip macaroni and cheese, and butter cake were amazing!!
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Petite Filet Mignon
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Prime New York Strip Steak
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Caesar Salad
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Copley's on Palm Canyon
4.8
4.8 (6872)
$50 and over
Contemporary American
Palm Springs
About the restaurant
Please Note - Copley's is now open 7 days a week through June 2025.
Copley’s is an award-winning restaurant serving American cuisine infused with hints of tropical and European flavors. Located in part of the former Cary Grant estate in the heart of Palm Springs, guests experience an upscale and inviting dining experience either outside on the patio with stunning mountain views or by enjoying the friendly atmosphere indoors. Executive Chef Andrew Copley has an extensive 20-year culinary background at five-star restaurants and hotels across the world, and is well known for innovative dishes such as Asian Spiced Barramundi, Charred Berkshire Pork Chop and creative nightly specials. Come and see why we were voted Top 100 Patio Dining in America!


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Kimberly
Dined 3 days ago
A great experience for a solo traveller, service and food/beverages were great and staff were very accommodating.
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Asian Spiced Barramundi
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Chilled Lobster & Shrimp Ceviche
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Copley's Caesar Salad
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FERRO
4.7
4.7 (1731)
$30 and under
Contemporary Italian
Palm Desert
About the restaurant
FERRO offers a modern Italian menu featuring fresh pasta, Neopolitan-style pizza cooked to order in the outdoor pizza oven, thick steaks, fresh seafood, and house-made desserts. With a full bar, a great selection of both Italian and New World wines, and rotating tap beer choices. There is something for everybody!
Enjoy live music under the pines almost every night in the expansive concert area or quieter al fresco dining on the front deck. In the winter, cozy up to the beautiful fireplace in the elegant lounge/bar.
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Paul
Dined 5 days ago
Tuesdays nights have live jazz music on the back patio. Music and ambiance were great. Food was good.
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Tiramisu
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Insalata Burrata
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Del Rey at Villa Royale
4.7
4.7 (933)
$31 to $50
Tapas / Small Plates
Palm Springs
About the restaurant
Housed inside stucco walls, Villa Royale’s intimate bar and eatery, Del Rey, offers up an eight seat oak and marble bar, tufted vinyl booths and an outdoor covered terrace equipped with a fire-pit for long nights under the desert moonlight. Serving tapas-style fare inspired by Spanish and Mediterranean flavors and a Mediterranean-leaning wine program from Spanish varietals and local wines.
Minors are not allowed.
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JohnVIP
Dined 6 days ago
Excellent experience! Service was top notch and the food was great.
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LG's Prime Steakhouse - Palm Springs
4.6
4.6 (2533)
$50 and over
Steakhouse
Palm Springs
About the restaurant
Celebrating 30yrs!!
Serving all PRIME only steaks since 1991. We also feature Lobster Tail, Colorado Rack of Lamb among many other wonderful selections.
"Come on down and have some dinner with us"
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EdVIP
Dined 2 days ago
Absolutely one of the best Steakhouse experiences ever. Chateaubriand for 2 was excellent choice
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Piete Filet Mignon
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Bone-In Rib Eye
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Lavender Bistro
4.6
4.6 (7087)
$31 to $50
Californian
La Quinta
About the restaurant
At Lavender we combine the finest meats and seafood with the freshest organic ingredients to create unforgettable dishes. Dine indoors in a warm, cozy atmosphere or on our stunning tree-lined patio. Lavender Bistro also prides itself on providing superb live music nightly to set a warm and friendly atmosphere.

For every occasion, to change the ordinary into extraordinary, come join us at Lavender Bistro, "where memories are made!"

Closed for Summer Break from the last Sunday in May until the last Thursday in September.
Re-Opening 09/28/2023!
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RobertVIP
Dined 5 days ago
Wonderful dining experience the other night. We enjoyed the beautiful outdoor dining with music and great service. Food was fantastic and we will be back soon!
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Caesar Salad
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Oysters
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Dijon & Walnut Crusted Chilean Sea Bass
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Le Vallauris
4.6
4.6 (5281)
$50 and over
French
Palm Springs
About the restaurant
Overlooking the San Jacinto Mountains in Downtown Palm Springs, Le Vallauris serves a selection of French-inspired dishes with a Californian twist in the restaurant and the tree-shaded courtyard.

Open for dinner every evening and brunch on the weekends, enjoy live music performances and the daily changing menu featuring French-inspired seasonal dishes and favorites including Dover Sole, Maine Lobster Ravioli, and Veal Filet.
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RudyVIP
Dined 1 day ago
Absolutely my favorite Palm Springs restaurant Brunch is amazing Linda and Raymond always 5 stars service
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Chocolate Truffle
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MAINE LOBSTER RAVIOLIS
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Maine Lobster Salad
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Morgan's in the Desert
4.5
4.5 (3081)
$50 and over
Contemporary American
La Quinta
About the restaurant
Morgan’s in the desert showcases contemporary American cuisine inspired by the bounty of the Coachella Valley. We source the region’s top products – and craft them with traditional cooking methods – to bring you deliciously simple and healthy dishes.
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Susan
Dined 5 days ago
We love going to Morgan’s in the Desert. They food is delicious and the service is outstanding. They have recently remodeled and the ambiance is inviting and warm. We have enjoyed both the regular menu and the Sunset menu - both are equally appealing. The chilled corn soup was amazing!
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8oz USDA Filet Mignon
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Beef Carpaccio
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16oz USDA New York Strip
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SO.PA at L'Horizon Resort and Spa
4.5
4.5 (767)
$50 and over
Californian
Palm Springs
About the restaurant
An ADULTS ONLY destination by Reservation. SO•PA has a NO PETS POLICY.

Decadent, refined, and intimate, SO•PA offers a unique alfresco dining experience. Join us for dinner in an intimate outdoor setting under the stars as Chef Igor Krichmar presents the seasonally enticing menu. Your elegant, yet relaxed evening includes world class cocktails and a sophisticated, yet approachable wine cellar curated by our in-house Certified Sommelier. You won't want to miss an aperitif or digestif at our exclusive fire pit and poolside bar. VALET is COMPLIMENTARY.

**2024 Winner of Diners Choice Award**
During cooler climate weather, SO•PA maintains its temperate and warm ambience with strategically placed heaters in addition to our intimate alfresco firepit.


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lisa
Dined on Apr 19, 2025
Rachel was a lovely server. It was not busy that evening so felt romantic. Delicious amuse bouche and bubbly offered to end a memorable vacation evening.
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Mr. Lyons
4.4
4.4 (1532)
$50 and over
Steakhouse
Palm Springs
About the restaurant
Originally opened as Lyons English Grille in 1945, in 2014 the building was purchased from David Lyons and after a complete renovation we re-opened in 2015 as Mr. Lyons, a homage to Mr. David Lyons.

Mr. Lyons features steakhouse classics with a modern edge. Be transported to a bygone era when jazz standards, martinis and steak ruled the day while enjoying modern luxury and innovation. A classic steakhouse with a menu that puts local small farms first, delivered with impeccable tableside service. Editors pick for best steakhouse “Palm Springs Life 2021 and 2022.” Mr. Lyons features five unique experiences/spaces: The Salon, The Lounge, The Conservatory and Terrace, The Private Dining Room, The Private Dining Patio and Seymour’s.
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NickVIP
Dined 1 day ago
A great experience. Very personal service with excellent timing. We will go again next time we are in Palm Springs.
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VEGGIE WELLINGTON
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