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The Tropicale, Palm Springs, CA

The Tropicale

4.6 (10765)
$31 to $50
Californian
330 East Amado Road, Palm Springs, CA 92262

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 60 times today

About this restaurant

  • Great for outdoor dining
  • Lively
  • Great for creative cocktails
A chic and sophisticated décor provides the setting for our distinctive "world cuisine", a provocative mix of zesty influences that creates a delightful dining experience in Palm Springs, California. Plush high-backed semicircular banquettes surround our dining room and offer comfortable and private seating. The cuisine has a light, exotic feel with an emphasis on Pacific Rim specialties, from Chilean Sea Bass baked in Banana Leaves or Kahlua-Barbecued Pork Chops to all sorts of tasty tapas, salads, wood-fired pizzas, and desserts. The Coral Seas Lounge, a hip mid-century style bar is lined with sexy black leather bar-stools and is reminiscent of the upbeat lounges of old Palm Springs. It wraps around the dining room and leads outside to a lush, tropical, 2000 square foot dining patio where a variety of specialty cocktails and old-school favorites are mixed - an ideal place where friends gather and martinis are sipped under the starlit desert sky.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Californian, Contemporary American, International
  • Hours of operation
    Brunch Sat, Sun 10:45 am–2:45 pm Lunch Wed–Fri 10:45 am–2:45 pm Happy Hour Daily 4:00 pm–7:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–11:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (760) 866-1952
  • Website
    http://www.thetropicale.com/
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive chef
    Tony Di Lembo
  • Catering
    Order wonderful Tropicale creations for any occasion. Call, place an order and we will have it ready for pick up. If you'd like to bring in your own special platters we can plate your choice of food and have them ready whenever you'd like.
  • Private party facilities
    Our wonderful patio can be rented out for private functions.
  • Location
    330 East Amado Road, Palm Springs, CA 92262
  • Neighborhood
    Palm Springs
  • Cross street
    Encilia
  • Parking details
    Private parking is available in the back of the restaurant but can be limited. There is also parking available in the Casino parking structure across the street as well as plenty of street parking.
  • Entertainment
    Every Tuesday and Thursday starting at 5:00, it's renowned jazz musician Derrik Lewis and his trio at the keyboard.
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Dog Friendly, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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Menu

The Tropicale's menu was last updated on 3/22/2024.

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  • The Pupu Platter$42.00

    An exotic combination of Coconut Tiger Shrimp, Thai Chicken Satay, Korean Beef Skewers, Vietnamese Spring Rolls & Shanghai Ribs

    • Bowl of Steamed Edamame$19.00

      Tossed in Sea Salt

      • Hawaiian-Style Ahi Poke on a Taro Root Chip$23.00

        Pineapple Pepper Slaw - Chile Soy Vinaigrette

        • Iced Big Ass Shrimp Cocktail$30.00

          Jumbo Selva Prawns - Bloody Mary Cocktail Sauce

          • Moroccan Lamb Meatballs with Warm Pita$26.00

            Parsley & Mint Tabbouleh - Garbanzo Hummus - Cucumber Raita

            • Spicy Shanghai Ribs$22.00

              pineapple chili pepper slaw

              • Basket of Onion Rings$19.00

                Dijon Remoulade

                • Firecracker Shrimp$23.00

                  Ginger, Garlic & Asian Chili Sauce

                  • Crispy Nori Ahi Tuna Roll$23.00

                    Pickled Ginger - Wasabi Soy Dipping Sauce

                    • Crispy Tempura Jumbo Selva Prawns$28.00

                      Japanese Pickled Veg - Sriracha Aioli

                      • Thai Grilled Chicken Satay$22.00

                        Cucumber Ribbon Salad & Peanut Sauce

                        • Tangerine-Glazed Mandarin Calamari$22.00

                          Green Peppers, Ginger & Mandarin Oranges

                          • Spicy Korean-Style Kobe Steak Skewers$24.00

                            Citrus Kim Chee - Spicy Peanut Sauce

                            • Crispy Coconut Tiger Shrimp$23.00

                              Sweet Pickled Cucumbers - Thai Red Chili Sauce

                              Last updated: March 22, 2024

                              What 10,765 people are saying

                              The Tropicale reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

                              Overall ratings and reviews

                              Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

                              4.6
                              4.6 based on recent ratings
                              • 4.6Food
                              • 4.7Service
                              • 4.7Ambience
                              • 4.2Value

                              Noise • Moderate

                              Loved For

                              • Palm Springs / Palm Desert Cities

                                Lively

                              • Palm Springs / Palm Desert Cities

                                Californian

                              • Palm Springs / Palm Desert Cities

                                Most Booked

                              • Palm Springs / Palm Desert

                                Lively

                              • Palm Springs / Palm Desert

                                Californian

                              • Palm Springs / Palm Desert

                                Most Booked

                              Review summary

                              AI-generated from verified diner reviews
                              The Tropicale offers a "piece of paradise in the desert" with its nostalgic yet modern ambiance. Guests rave about the "outstanding service," "delicious food," and "amazing" tropical cocktails. Popular dishes include the "must-have" Pupus platter and "superb" salmon bowl. Ideal for special occasions, it promises a "memorable dining experience."
                              10,765 Reviews

                              1. Carlo VIP

                                San Francisco Bay Area33 reviews

                                4.0

                                Dined 2 days ago

                                1. Overall 4
                                2. Food 4
                                3. Service 5
                                4. Ambience 5
                                I visit the desert a couple times a year and always dine here. The food is good, service as well. This trip I ordered the Cobb salad but with dissapointment the kitchen forgot to include bacon. I did ask our waiter for a side but he became too busy with other tables and it never arrived. But, though bacon is a key ingredient in a Cobb, the meal was still good.

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                              2. Yaron

                                Los Angeles3 reviews

                                5.0

                                Dined 3 days ago

                                1. Overall 5
                                2. Food 5
                                3. Service 5
                                4. Ambience 5
                                We had reservations for two families. We got the seats right away. Food was great. The ambience was really nice. The kids had a great time and we the grown-ups had a wonderful time as well. I highly recommend and also the value of the food was better than other restaurants And also the quality was great.

                                1 person found this helpful

                              3. Terri

                                Orange County15 reviews

                                5.0

                                Dined 3 days ago

                                1. Overall 5
                                2. Food 5
                                3. Service 5
                                4. Ambience 5
                                We had a great evening. Lots of food, drinks and good friends.

                                1 person found this helpful

                              4. Randall VIP

                                Seattle / Eastern Washington29 reviews

                                5.0

                                Dined 5 days ago

                                1. Overall 5
                                2. Food 5
                                3. Service 5
                                4. Ambience 5
                                Fabulous, as always. I had the splendid Chicken entree, a fantastic standard. Shaun had the amazing Pork Chop entree. Add the onion rings as an appetizer? Perfect. And for the first time we had Sarah as our server, and she is just the best! Well done!

                                1 person found this helpful

                              5. alli

                                Seattle / Eastern Washington23 reviews

                                5.0

                                Dined 6 days ago

                                1. Overall 5
                                2. Food 3
                                3. Service 5
                                4. Ambience 5
                                Such a great spot for vibes and service! A favorite when in Palm Springs

                                1 person found this helpful

                              6. Debbie VIP

                                San Francisco Bay Area11 reviews

                                5.0

                                Dined 7 days ago

                                1. Overall 5
                                2. Food 5
                                3. Service 5
                                4. Ambience 5
                                Tropicale gives you the feeling of paradise in the desert. We arrived and we were warmly greeted and immediately seated for dinner. The ambiance is nostalgic yet very cool for today’s diners. The menu offers a variety of Hawaiian Asian Fusion delights from a platter of Pupus (appetizers) for two (a “must have” on the first visit) to refreshing salads (the organic greens with toasted walnuts - delish) to wonderful entrees with a unique island twist (we’ll try a few on our next visit). The drink menu offers many tropical cocktails plus your favorite wines and beers (including a crisp Belgian Pilsner that my husband loved). The service is outstanding - our server recommended the carrot cake and chocolate cream pie - customers’ faves for dessert. We went for a cup of freshly brewed decaf coffee and a slice of the chocolate cream cake - absolutely delicious and not overly sweet. Make note, one piece was more than enough for the two of us. So here it is in a nutshell, if you’re looking for a piece of paradise in the desert Tropicale is the place to be. Make a reservation and enjoy! 😃🏝️🏜️💕

                                1 person found this helpful

                              7. Dino VIP

                                Los Angeles352 reviews

                                5.0

                                Dined on June 27, 2025

                                1. Overall 5
                                2. Food 5
                                3. Service 5
                                4. Ambience 5
                                If you're looking for a dining experience that delights the senses, look no further than The Tropical. From the moment we walked in, we were greeted with genuine warmth and sincere service from Ramses, which set the tone for a fantastic meal. We started with the Caesar Salad featuring shaved Parmesan—it was an absolute winner! The salad was cold and crunchy, perfectly balanced with just the right amount of accompaniments. It's definitely best shared to fully appreciate its refreshing flavors. For our main course, we indulged in the tomahawk Cuban rubbed pork chop served alongside rice and black beans. It was nothing short of awesome! The robust flavors of the rub paired beautifully with the tender meat, making every bite a delight. Overall, we enjoyed every aspect of our meal at The Tropical. With delicious food and warm hospitality, this restaurant is a gem worth visiting again and again. Highly recommended!

                                2 people found this helpful

                              8. Patti VIP

                                California Central Coast25 reviews

                                5.0

                                Dined on June 25, 2025

                                1. Overall 5
                                2. Food 4
                                3. Service 5
                                4. Ambience 5
                                Been here several times. It’s always nice , friendly people , and beautiful environment.

                                1 person found this helpful

                              9. Alex VIP

                                Palm Springs / Palm Desert Cities8 reviews

                                5.0

                                Dined on June 25, 2025

                                1. Overall 5
                                2. Food 5
                                3. Service 5
                                4. Ambience 5
                                great place for a special occasion touches all your senses

                                1 person found this helpful

                              10. Anna

                                San Francisco Bay Area2 reviews

                                4.0

                                Dined on June 22, 2025

                                1. Overall 4
                                2. Food 4
                                3. Service 5
                                4. Ambience 5
                                Super fun place for dinner. Drinks were really good. Food was good, but felt a bit overpriced

                                1 person found this helpful

                              FAQs

                              The Tropicale offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (760) 866-1952.

                              The Tropicale is rated 4.6 stars by 10765 OpenTable diners.

                              Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

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                              Make a reservation

                              2 people
                              7:00 PM
                              Booked 60 times today
                              Google Map for The Tropicale

                              330 East Amado Road, Palm Springs, CA 92262

                              Dining areas

                              Additional information

                              • Cross street
                                Encilia
                              • Neighborhood
                                Palm Springs
                              • Hours of operation
                                Brunch Sat, Sun 10:45 am–2:45 pm Lunch Wed–Fri 10:45 am–2:45 pm Happy Hour Daily 4:00 pm–7:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–11:00 pm
                              • Price
                                $31 to $50
                              • Cuisines
                                Californian, Contemporary American, International
                              • Dining style
                                Casual Elegant
                              • Dress code
                                Casual Dress
                              • Parking details
                                Private parking is available in the back of the restaurant but can be limited. There is also parking available in the Casino parking structure across the street as well as plenty of street parking.
                              • Payment options
                                AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
                              • Executive chef
                                Tony Di Lembo
                              • Entertainment
                                Every Tuesday and Thursday starting at 5:00, it's renowned jazz musician Derrik Lewis and his trio at the keyboard.
                              • Additional
                                Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Dog Friendly, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
                              • Website
                                http://www.thetropicale.com/
                              • Phone number
                                (760) 866-1952
                              • Catering
                                Order wonderful Tropicale creations for any occasion. Call, place an order and we will have it ready for pick up. If you'd like to bring in your own special platters we can plate your choice of food and have them ready whenever you'd like.
                              • Private party facilities
                                Our wonderful patio can be rented out for private functions.

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