USA Guide
California
Eating
1 
Copley's on Palm Canyon 621 N Palm Canyon Drive 
760/327-9555 Hang out in Cary Grant's old digs while you sup on upscale, smartly prepared California Cuisine, which may include lobster pot pie, rack of lamb, tandoori chicken, and ahi tacos
2 El Mirasol 140 E Palm Canyon Drive 760/323-0721 Reasonable, affordable Mexican dining that offers a mix of familiar, affordable staples and more authentic fare from Zacatecas and other regions.
3 Las Casuelas 368 N Palm Canyon Drive 760/325-3213 Local, affordable Mexican favourite that's been around since 1958, and remains popular for its hefty portions and laid-back atmosphere.
4 Le Vallauris 385 W Tahquitz Canyon Way, next to the Desert Museum 760/325-5059 Decent contemporary California-Mediterranean cuisine in a gorgeous setting, with sky-high prices and the occasional b-list celebrity dropping in. Reservations only.
5 Native Foods 1775 E Palm Canyon Drive 760/416-0070 One of the town's better choices for cheap vegetarian cuisine – with veggie pizzas, burgers, and tacos, plus bean soups, rice bowls and tempeh burgers for true initiates.
6 Shame on the Moon 69950 Frank Sinatra Drive, Rancho Mirage 760/324-5515 Upscale California cuisine and excellent service are the draw here, attracting a loyal gay clientele. Located eight miles east of downtown Palm Springs.
7 Tyler's 149 S Indian Canyon Drive 760/325-2990 The tasty burgers are what send residents tramping out here, but the potato salad, fries, and sandwiches aren't bad, either.