Discover the Top New Restaurants in Greater Palm Springs This Fall
Greater Palm Springs continually delights with fresh culinary discoveries, and this fall delivers an exciting array of new restaurants. From upscale chic to casual comfort, these venues introduce innovative flavors for locals and visitors alike.
Explore our curated guide to recently opened gems and anticipated hotspots shaping the desert dining scene.
The Pink Cabana
Immerse yourself in tropical pink elegance at The Pink Cabana, nestled within the Sands Hotel & Spa in Indian Wells. Drawing from Moroccan influences and Mediterranean cuisine, Executive Chef Jason Niederkorn crafts exceptional dishes using fresh, seasonal ingredients, premium dayboat seafood, and prime meats. Open daily for lunch and dinner, start with shareable plates like the Cabana Meze (citrus-scented olives, hummus, zaalouk, and grilled yogurt naan) or Fritto Misto (calamari, artichoke, olives, and grilled lemon aioli). Lunch highlights include Alaskan Halibut or Beet Salad paired with craft cocktails. For dinner, savor the Flat Iron Steak Frites, elevated by signature Sands steak sauce and herbed fries.
The Pink Cabana is located at 44-985 Province Way, Indian Wells.
Grand Central Palm Springs
In a league of its own, Grand Central Palm Springs transforms the historic 1930s La Plaza Center in downtown Palm Springs into a vibrant coffee shop, restaurant, bar, and event space. Now serving breakfast and lunch—with dinner soon to follow—it offers health-conscious twists on classics. Standouts include the Grilled Cheese (rosemary caramelized onions, white cheddar, and Gruyère on toasted brioche with pomodoro sauce and house-cut fries) and unique Avocado Toast (smashed avocado, poached egg, arugula, blood orange balsamic, and red peppers on grilled brioche). Dine beneath the iconic clock, embodying Palm Springs' welcoming spirit.
Grand Central Palm Springs is located at 160 La Plaza, Palm Springs.
Cups Cafe
Family-owned Cups Café brings farmhouse chic to Palm Desert with daily breakfast and lunch. Featured above are the renowned Wheat Zucchini Pancakes and Cups Benedict (over crab cakes with béarnaise sauce and hash browns). These crowd-pleasers pair perfectly with hibiscus iced tea or cold brew coffee featuring coffee ice cubes.
Cups Café is located at 77912 Country Club Drive, Palm Desert.
Revel Public House
As Palm Springs' neighborhood hub, Revel Public House serves brunch, lunch, and dinner with burgers, skewers, pizzas, pastas, plus gluten-free and vegetarian options. Enjoy a full bar, bourbon and wine selections, all-day happy hour, and Palm Springs Brewing Co. craft beers. Formerly Alicante, it prioritizes local, in-house ingredients in its lively sports bar vibe. Try fan favorite 'The Beast'—a triple-stack burger with bacon-chorizo patties, beef, cheeses, toppings, and chipotle mayo—paired with tater tots, sweet potato fries, or Killer Mac & Cheese.
Revel Public House is located at 140 S Palm Canyon Dr., Palm Springs.
Sapporo Ramen & Grill
On Palm Desert's Highway 111, Sapporo Ramen & Grill specializes in authentic ramen, Japanese soups, bento boxes, and shaved ice at value prices. Favorites include Sapporo Bar Wong Pork Belly Ramen and Spicy Miso Ramen. Visit for lunch or dinner to discover the buzz.
Sapporo Ramen & Grill is located at 73759 HWY 111, Palm Desert.
Wilma & Frieda, Palm Springs
Beloved for home-style comfort, Wilma & Frieda expands from Palm Desert to downtown Palm Springs. Named after owner Kelly McFall's grandmothers, it features diner favorites and new delights inspired by family recipes.
Wilma & Frieda, Palm Springs is located at 155 S. Palm Canyon Drive, Palm Springs.
For more dining inspiration in the oasis, check out dining in Greater Palm Springs.
