It's the most wonderful time of the year in Greater Palm Springs, where palm trees are wrapped with twinkling lights and the magical holiday spirit is in full effect. 'Tis the season for good food – so experience amazing holiday dining options in this culinary oasis.
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Indian Wells
Christmas Eve Dinner at Vicky's of Santa Fe
When: December 24, 2025
Price: $74 per person plus tax & tip
Join Vicky's of Santa Fe for Christmas Eve Dinner. Price Fixed three-course Traditional Holiday Dinner Menu, served exclusively—$ 74 per person plus tax & tip. Dinner reservations are required for dining rooms and the lounge. THE LOUNGE Live Music John Stanley King's Christmas 4:30pm-8pm. No cover.
Christmas Buffet at Kestrel, A Richard Blais Kitchen + Lounge at Indian Wells Golf Resort

When: December 25, 2025
Price: $87+ for adults and $43+ for children
Celebrate the joy of the holiday season with a Christmas Buffet Dinner at Kestrel, A Richard Blais Kitchen + Lounge at Indian Wells Golf Resort. Join them at 11:00 AM or 2:00 PM, for a festive feast filled with delicious food and refreshing drinks. Gather with friends and family to share the warmth and magic of Christmas in a beautifully decorated setting. Dress in your holiday best and make this celebration truly unforgettable. Reserve your spot and embrace the holiday spirit in style!
Christmas Dinner at The Pink Cabana

When: December 25, 2025 | 4:00 to 8:00 p.m.
Price: $120 per person | $160 with wine pairing | $40 children under 12
Celebrate the season at The Pink Cabana with a festive menu featuring cozy starters like roasted chestnut–apple velouté or a chicory salad with poached pear. For the main course, choose between spiced Niman Ranch Christmas ham or Creekstone Farms prime rib with all the classic sides. Finish with holiday favorites—pumpkin pie and a warm apple crostada. For an added indulgence, Osetra caviar “PC Tots” are also available. For reservations by phone call 760.321.3772.
La Quinta
Christmas Eve and Day Dinner at Lavender Bistro

When: December 24-25, 2025
Lavender Bistro is bringing holiday magic to La Quinta this season with a charming Christmas Eve and Christmas Day dining experience. Their festive menu sets the stage for a romantic evening, a joyful family dinner, or a cozy night out surrounded by twinkling lights and the warm, inviting ambiance the bistro is known for.
Palm Desert
Christmas Eve Buffet at Bellatrix Restaurant & Wine Bar

When: December 24, 2025
Price: Buffet is priced at $100 per person inclusive, $30 inclusive for children under the age of 10.
Bellatrix Restaurant & Wine Bar holiday offerings feature a generous spread of holiday favorites. Enjoy a charcuterie station with assorted meats, cheeses, and spreads, fresh salads, and a carving station with prime rib and honey-baked ham. Guests can also savor made-to-order pasta and an impressive seafood selection, from raw oysters to shrimp cocktail and branzino. Round out the meal with classic sides and a decadent dessert station featuring bread pudding, cheesecake, chocolate cake, and more.
Christmas Eve Dinner at Jillian's
When: December 24, 2025
Price: $160 Per Person plus 20% Gratuity & Ca sales tax
Jillian's is serving a Christmas Eve dinner for all to enjoy. Menu items include Maine Lobster Bisque, Nantucket Scallops, Beef Wellington, Roast Rack of Lamb, Presidential Whitefish, and a dessert extravaganza! Please call 760-776-8242 to make Reservations.
Palm Springs
Christmas Eve/Day Dinner at 4 Saints at Kimpton Rowan Palm Springs Hotel
When: December 24-25, 2025 | 5:00 to 10:00 p.m.
Price: $145+
Celebrate the holidays in elevated style at 4 Saints at Kimpton Rowan Palm Springs Hotel with a festive four-course prix fixe menu. Start with burrata and cranberry compote or smoked beet with horseradish crème fraîche, followed by your choice of spiced-crusted scallops or a Colorado lamb chop. For the main course, select from roasted duck, halibut with winter ratatouille, or prime filet of beef with miso mustard steak sauce. Finish with a warm chocolate cake topped with vanilla gelato or a delicate nougat with crème anglaise.
Christmas Eve at Copley's on Palm Canyon
When: December 24, 2025 | 5:30 PM
Price: $98+ per person
Celebrate Christmas Eve at Copley’s on Palm Canyon with a festive three-course menu crafted by Chef Andrew Copley. Enjoy seasonal starters like butternut squash soup, tandoori scallops, or a caramelized beet salad, followed by entrées such as braised short ribs, fresh seafood fettuccine, or pomegranate-glazed Scottish salmon. Finish the evening with Chef Andrew’s signature holiday dessert for a perfectly sweet finale.
4 Course Prix Fixe Dinner at Eight4Nine Restaurant & Lounge
When: December 25, 2025
Enjoy a festive multi-course holiday dinner featuring seasonal and globally inspired flavors at Eight4Nine Restaurant & Lounge . Begin with a fig vol-au-vent, followed by a choice of salads or comforting corn and crab chowder. For the main course, select from options like English roast, brined duck, roast turkey, pork chop, or sea bream curry, then finish with indulgent desserts including chocolate cake, poached pear, gypsy tart, or gelato and sorbet.
Christmas Eve/Day Dinner at Spencer's Restaurant
When: December 24-25, 2025
Price: $90 to $100
Enjoy a festive three-course holiday menu at Spencer’s Restaurant on Christmas Eve (5–8 p.m.) or Christmas Day (11 a.m.–8 p.m.). Start with seasonal soups or salads, choose from turkey, filet mignon, lamb, or sea bass for your entrée, and finish with Bûche de Noël and bourbon pecan pie.
Christmas Dinner at Melvyn's Restaurant at Ingleside Estate
When: December 25, 2025
Celebrate the season with a special Christmas dinner at Melvyn’s Restaurant at Ingleside Estate. Start with festive appetizers like deviled eggs, shrimp cocktail, or roasted pumpkin soup, then enjoy entrées ranging from roasted chicken and filet mignon to salmon or beef Wellington. Complete your meal with classic sides like mashed potatoes, mac & cheese, or fried Brussels sprouts for a truly memorable holiday feast.
Christmas Eve Dinner at Johnny Costa's Ristorante
When: December 24, 2025 | 5:00 PM to 10:00 PM
Enjoy a Christmas Eve Dinner at Johnny Costa's Ristorante! From the classic Italian music to the candlelit tables, the nostalgic atmosphere a Johnny Costa’s Ristorante feels like traveling back to midcentury times. It’s no wonder Frank Sinatra was once a regular at this fine Italian restaurant, where his favorite juicy steak and clam dish are named in his honor. The Costa family continues the legacy of late chef-owner Johnny Costa, who was pals with Sinatra when he moved to Hollywood from New York in the 1960s, and a decade later served as the singer’s personal chef at his desert home. Costa’s pedigree lives on in his legendary recipes, including his veal saltimbocca and classic cioppino. Visit their website to view holiday menu
3-Course Prix Fixe or A La Carte Dinner at Kaiser Grille
When: December 24, 2025
Enjoy a festive three-course prix fixe or à la carte holiday dinner featuring seasonal favorites at Kaiser Grille. Start with butternut squash bisque, mushroom soup, or a classic salad, followed by entrées like Mary’s roast turkey, prime rib, sea scallops with spinach risotto, or pistachio-crusted lamb chops. Finish with holiday desserts including pumpkin or cranberry cheesecake, pecan pie, apple pie, or cranberry crème brûlée.
Christmas Dinner at Lulu California Bistro

When: December 25, 2025
Lulu California Bistro is serving a festive Christmas feast filled with comforting holiday favorites. Warm up with classic corn chowder or rich tomato bisque before choosing from entrées like tender veal scallopini, oven-roasted turkey with all the trimmings, or a cozy turkey pot pie. Save room for dessert—options like maple bread pudding, apple crisp, and blackberry cheesecake make for a perfectly sweet holiday finish.
3-Course Prix Fixe Dinner at Purple Room
When: December 24, 25 & December 31, 2025
Enjoy a festive three-course holiday dinner with live jazz by The Kevin Tokarz Trio at Purple Room. Start with winter squash soup, salads, scallops, or shrimp cocktail, then choose from entrées like prime rib, Scottish salmon, jidori chicken, or vegan lasagne. Finish with cranberry tart, apple cheesecake, molten cake, or gelato and sorbet.
Rancho Mirage
Christmas Eve at Wally's Desert Turtle
When: December 24, 2025
Join Wally's Desert Turtle for a special Christmas Eve dinner starting at 3:00 pm. They will be serving a special preset menu, half portions will be available for children. Unless they receive 48 hours notice, there will be a cancellation fee of $15 per person. A la carte options will not be available.
Christmas Day at Wally's Desert Turtle
When: December 25, 2025
Wally's Desert Turtle welcomes you and your family to join them this Christmas Day starting at 1pm. They will be featuring a special preset menu, half portions will be available for children. Unless they receive 48 hours notice, there will be a cancellation fee of $15 per person. No a la carte options will be available.
Willie's Modern Fare
When: December 25, 2025 | 2:00 P.M to 8:00 P.M
This holiday season, Willie’s Modern Fare combines culinary artistry with holiday cheer. Join them for a delicious four course dinner!
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