Romantic Restaurants in Palm Springs Worth Dressing Up For

Aug 25, 2025

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Updated: 4 days ago

The most romantic restaurants in Palm Springs are the ones with a patio, low light and a reason to stay for dessert. Our short list: Copley's on Palm Canyon, Mr. Lyons Steakhouse (with Seymour's hiding behind it), Bar Cecil, Tropicale and Spencer's. Each one is minutes by car from The Muse, which makes them easy to fold into a romantic Palm Springs getaway. And if you'd rather not leave at all, book a private hibachi dinner at the hotel.

What are the most romantic restaurants in Palm Springs?

These are the places we'd send our own date. Hours and menus change by season, so check each restaurant's site before you go.

Copley's on Palm Canyon

Dinner on part of Cary Grant's former estate. The courtyard patio has mountain views, string lights and heaters for cool nights, which makes it the obvious choice for an anniversary or a first night in town. Ask for a table outside.

Mr. Lyons Steakhouse and Seymour's

A moody, old-Hollywood steakhouse with classic cocktails and a room built for leaning across the table. After dinner, find Seymour's: a cocktail lounge you reach through Mr. Lyons, behind an unmarked door. It's the nightcap that makes the story.

Bar Cecil

Chic, intimate and one of the hardest tables in town. Reservations open about two weeks out and go fast, so set a reminder. If you strike out, the bar sometimes takes walk-ins.

Dining nook in the Marilyn Suite at The Muse Hotel Palm Springs with a round white table, a pink wall and framed art

Tropicale

Mid-century decor, high-backed banquettes and a big patio, with live jazz on some nights. It's lively rather than hushed, which is perfect if your idea of romance includes people-watching.

Spencer's

A longtime special-occasion favorite in Palm Springs. Go when the night calls for a proper sit-down dinner and a meal that feels like an event.

Can you have a romantic dinner at your hotel?

Yes, and sometimes it's the best seat in town. At The Muse, a private hibachi dinner brings dinner to the hotel, so the evening ends at your door and nobody has to drive.

Booked one of the yard suites (Brigitte, Audrey, Marilyn or Taylor)? Each has a full kitchen and a private fenced yard. Pick up something good, set the table outside, and call it the most private restaurant in Palm Springs.

Where to go for drinks after dinner

Seymour's is the obvious nightcap. For something softer, try a glass of wine somewhere cozy: our wine bar guide has the low-light spots. Or skip the bar entirely and finish at the outdoor fireplace back at The Muse.

Guest raising a glass on a pink flamingo float in the courtyard pool at The Muse Hotel Palm Springs

Tips for booking a romantic dinner in Palm Springs

Book early in season. October through May, weekend tables go fast.
Ask for the patio. Most of the best tables in town are outside.
Bring a layer. Desert nights cool off quickly once the sun drops behind the mountains.
Take a rideshare. It's a short trip from The Muse to downtown, and someone deserves the second cocktail.
Plan the rest of the night. Our date night ideas cover what to do before and after.

Want more than date night? See our full guide on where to dine in Palm Springs.

Romantic restaurants Palm Springs FAQ

What is the most romantic restaurant in Palm Springs?

For a classic night, Copley's on Palm Canyon. It sits on part of Cary Grant's former estate, with a courtyard patio and mountain views.

Where can we have a romantic dinner at our Palm Springs hotel?

At The Muse, book a private hibachi dinner at the hotel, or use the full kitchen and private yard in one of the four king yard suites.

Do I need reservations for romantic restaurants in Palm Springs?

Yes, especially October through May and on weekends. Bar Cecil releases tables about two weeks ahead.

Where can we get a nightcap after dinner?

Seymour's, the hidden cocktail lounge behind Mr. Lyons Steakhouse, or the outdoor fireplace back at The Muse.

Dinner's booked. Now check your dates for the suite.