Reviews for El Jefe Desert Cantina in Palm Springs, CA
Pretty darn good for a (boutique) hotel restaurant. Leans a little on the pricier side, but we found portions good. Service is... hit or miss. Lunch/dinner is better than breakfast here. Cool interior aesthetic, and nice outdoor/patio space. Read more
Desayuno menu is just right and the Chorizo Burrito is “el jefe”-kin deelish! The spicy guava margarita is yummerz! Great... service too! All in all i give it 3.5 stars! Read more
We were scammed We initially had a fantastic lunch on Friday Sept. 30, 2022 and Richie was our server that day- I'd rate... Richie's customer service and the food a solid 5. Can't say enough good words about Richie- polite, great customer service. Wehad a great experience so my husband and I decided to have dinner there on Monday October 3, 2022 as our last dining experiencein Palm Springs before heading home. This second experience was different from the first and I wouldn't give it a rating if itwere possible so I gave it a 1. Our server was Isaac, after finishing our meal and receiving our bill he took our credit cardto the bar to process. My husband and I were discussing that we felt this was a strange incident and usually a machine isbrought to the table such as our first experience with Richie. While Isaac was processing our credit card another employee, notsure of her position, came to our table and started talking to us and asking us to review the restaurant onTripadvisor. Another strange thing happened while we were speaking with her. The bill that was initially brought to our tablewas switched out in front of us. The woman took it and we were kept busy by this woman asking us about our dining experience.This was all very quick. Once we received our credit card my husband said "we won't be doing a review until we see our creditcard statement because something felt very off". Our credit card statement arrived today and it certainly wasn't for the amountthat was on the first bill that was given to us. We were scammed over $80. To the management- we would be more than happy todiscuss this with upper management. Read more
Great selection of bites and tacos. Very flavorful bites with the right amount of heat. Friendly staff and great service. ... Will return for the speak easy and taco Tuesday or Thursday. Read more
For a mexican restaurant you need to improve your drinks. I ordered a chavella and it did not taste like it and dont look like... it. It's nice you have artisinal beer but you need to have more options on your beer. One type only is not enough. You donthave modelo and that's a bit odd. Your salsa taste good. Train your bartenders. I saw how she mixed 2 drinks for 2 ladies andnot paying attention on the amounts being poured on each glass. Filled up the first glass, second glass was just half only. Thenshe just dumps a lot of ice on the half glass to make it full. Thats not fair to the other lady who paid for a whole glass too.I tried your vespers and you need to improve the way you make it. Attached is the picture of your chavella with the beer incans. Read more
Its a good tequila bar and they have an EXCLENT mescal selection. Everything is at the restaurant is made from scratch, and all... their margaritas are the best in town. Don't forgot about taco Tuesday and taco Thursday. Happy hour 2 to 6 during the weekdays.100% would recommend. W Ask for Wes as your bartender ;) Read more
This is a hidden gem in Palm Springs for good food at great prices. We went for happy hour cocktails and apps followed by Taco... Thursday for a great one-two combination. All the tacos were good but especially liked the beer battered fish tacos! Also thechorizo quesadillas were amazing and you have to leave room for the churros which will change your life! Read more
Nelson and spicy margs for the win! This place is awesome. Good vibes and energy at the outdoor fire tables. Great stop after... Indian Canyon. Our server Nelson was super attentive, has great recommendations, and provided an awesome experience. Love thisspot! Read more