Nightlife: Discover Palm Desert After Dark.
When the sun goes down, Palm Desert nightlife still sizzles. That’s because this desert city is home to an array of cosmopolitan bars, cafes, clubs and casinos perfect for spending those warm, pleasant nights. You can even catch a Broadway-style show at the stunning McCallum Theatre for the Performing Arts or simply take in a relaxing movie.
Want proof? Just spend your evening enjoying any of these great nightlife ideas:
Casinos
You don’t have to head to Vegas to win big during your Palm Desert vacation. With several casinos and gaming resorts located around Palm Desert and in neighboring Palm Springs, Indio and Rancho Mirage, you’ll find plenty of places for bingo, blackjack and all your favorite games – and all just minutes from your Palm Desert hotel or vacation rental.
Movie Theaters
Whether you’re a foreign-film buff looking for the latest in avant-garde cinema or a family looking for a kid-friendly flick, the Palm Desert area has plenty of movie theaters to choose from.
Visit Google Movies to find features, showtimes and more for all of Palm Desert’s theaters.
Bars & Cafes
From listening to jazz at a laid-back café to sampling California’s finest vintages at a local wine bar, there’s a place in Palm Desert that has just what you’ve been looking for on your next night out.
| Bars/Cafes | Food Type | Price | Directions |
|---|---|---|---|
19th Hole Sports Bar & RestaurantPhone: (760) 772-6696Hamburgers, homemade soups, fish and chips & daily specials.Open 11 a.m. - 10 p.m. Lunch/Dinner |
American | $ |
Get Directions 42-305 Washington Street Palm Desert, CA |
Casey's Restaurant & LoungePhone: (760) 345-6503Local favorite, casual elegant, piano bar. Open Mon -Fri 11 a.m. - 11 p.m. Sat. 10 a.m. - 11 p.m. and Sun 10 a.m. 9 p.m. Lunch/Dinner |
American | $$ |
Get Directions 42-455 Washington Street Palm Desert, CA |
Fusion One 11Phone: (760) 341-5903Upscale Tapas and Martini Bar. Open Mon-Sat 4 p.m - 2 a.m. Dinner |
Int'l/Continental | $-$$ |
Get Directions 73-850 Hwy 111 Palm Desert, CA |
Napa's TapasPhone: (760) 773-3436Daily late-night happy hour. Lunch/Dinner |
Int'l/Continental | $ |
Get Directions 73-900 El Paseo Palm Desert, CA |
Red BarnPhone: (760) 346-0191Cocktail lounge serving hamburgers, tacos, and sandwiches. Pool table, shuffleboard, darts, Lotto, keno, and other games. Dinner |
American | $ |
Get Directions 73-290 Hwy 111 Palm Desert, CA |
Roc's Firehouse GrillePhone: (760) 340-3222Shrimp scampi, ribs, hamburgers, roast beef sandwiches. Lunch/Dinner |
American | $ |
Get Directions 36-891 Cook Street University Village Palm Desert, CA |
Romitti's BistroPhone: (760) 345-6744Reservations required December through May. Wed. - Sun. open at 5 p.m. Bar open daily. Dinner |
Italian | $$ |
Get Directions 40-205 Washington Street Palm Desert, CA |
Tilted KiltPhone: 760-776-5554Open 11 a.m. - midnight - Weekdays 11 a.m. - 2 a.m. - Weekends |
American | $-$$ |
Get Directions 72-191 Hwy 111 Los Sombras Shopping Center Palm Desert, CA |
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