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Bar Guide & Event Schedule
COACHELLA VALLEY
THE PREMIER L G B T Q + BUSINESS & SERVICE DIRECTORY
Vol. 6
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LGBTQ+ Coachella Valley
There’s something for everyone in this desert oasis. Located about two hours drive from both Los Angeles and San Diego, Coachella Valley has long been a popular getaway for Southern Californians. Its desert hiking, golfing and laid back atmosphere attracts visitors from all over the world.
Coachella Valley is small enough that you can rent a bike and see most of the starkly beautiful outdoor (and some indoor) attractions in a long weekend. There is a very large gay population here and some even jokingly refer to it as a “gay retirement village.” It is a wonderful place to grow gay and gray. But in truth you’ll see every type under the sun here.
There are plenty of cool gay bars--and many of the modernist hotels have great bars with mixed crowds--but visitors tend to be more focused on the daytime sun and fun.
There are many terrific gay resorts here and whether you are looking for a frisky clothing optional place to sunbathe poolside or something a little more sedate, there’s little that can’t be found.
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ABOUT
RESTAURANT GUIDE
Alps Village
Unfussy strip-mall restaurant offering classic German fare & imported beers in casual surroundings.
77734 Country Club Dr Suite F, Palm Desert, CA
Babe’s Bar-B-Que & Brewery
Great BBQ place in the middle of the desert.
71800 CA-111 Ste A 176, Rancho Mirage, CA
bluEmber
Swanky eatery with creative New American dishes, craft cocktails & an outdoor patio with a fire pit.
41000 Bob Hope Dr, Rancho Mirage, CA
Castelli’s
The Italian institution boasts a bustling atmosphere, live entertainment & traditional dishes.
73-098 CA-111, Palm Desert, CA
CJ’s Diner
Diner fare, including breakfasts, sandwiches & fried chicken, served in a comfy setting.
74894 Lennon Pl Suite H-1, Palm Desert, CA
Copley’s on Palm Canyon
Part of the former Cary Grant estate, offering elevated American dishes.
621 N Palm Canyon Dr, Palm Springs, CA
Cork Tree Restaurant
Shopping plaza eatery offers elevated Californian fare in a cozy, romantic room with a bar & patio.
74950 Country Club Dr, Palm Desert, CA
Cuistot
Upscale place serving French fare & a curated wine list in a country-modern setting with fireplaces.
72595 El Paseo, Palm Desert, CA
Emperor Buffet
Simple Chinese cuisine at a fixed price. 69600 CA-111, Rancho Mirage, CA
Farm
Intimate, country-chic eatery with a patio for farm-to-table Provençal fare, including breakfast.
6 La Plaza, Palm Springs, CA
Fisherman’s Market & Grill
Local restaurant & fish-market chain offering a range of seafood dishes.
235 S Indian Canyon Dr, Palm Springs, CA
French Miso Cafe
Quaint French & Japanese lunch cafe with a weekend brunch menu.
19 La Plaza, Palm Springs, CA
Grand Central Palm Springs
Funky-chic cafe serving Californian fare, with coffee, tea, cocktails & bar-snacks. 160 La Plaza, Palm Springs, CA
il Corso
Urban bar/eatery with wood-fired pizza & elevated Italian mains.
73520 El Paseo, Palm Desert, CA
John’s Restaurant
Classic American eats including burgers, pot roast & BBQ chicken wraps in a laidback space.
900 N Palm Canyon Dr, Palm Springs, CA
Johnny Costa’s Ristorante
Veteran Neapolitan-Italian destination serving thin-crust pizzas, seafood & pasta in cozy surroundings.
440 S Palm Canyon Dr, Palm Springs, CA
Keedy’s Fountain & Grill
Storied, old-school diner featuring allday breakfast, burgers, a soda fountain & outdoor seating.
73-633 CA-111, Palm Desert, CA
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RESTAURANT GUIDE
Kobe Japanese Steak House
Modeled after a traditional Japanese inn, this eatery serves hibachi-style steak & seafood.
69838 Hwy 111, Rancho Mirage, CA
La Cocina de Mama Margarita
Unassuming, colorful spot doling out familiar Mexican eats such as tortas, quesadillas & tacos.
74991 Velie Way #4, Palm Desert, CA
La Spiga Ristorante Italiano
Elegant Italian eatery with rose gardens, gazebos & ample outdoor seating.
72557 Hwy 111, Palm Desert, CA
Las Casuelas Nuevas
Family-owned mini-chain serves Mexican food with an American spin in a bustling spot with a patio.
70-050 Hwy 111, Rancho Mirage, CA
Le Paon Restaurant
Fine contemporary French dining with old-world elegance, escargot & an extensive wine list.
73399 El Paseo #200, Palm Desert, CA
Mikado Japanese Steakhouse
Upscale resort eatery featuring sushi, knife-twirling teppanyaki chefs & exotic cocktails.
74-855 Country Club Dr, Palm Desert, CA
Mimmo’s Italian Restaurant and Bar
Relaxed Italian spot with old-world flair & a patio serving housemade pasta & traditional mains.
73540 Hwy 111 #4, Palm Desert, CA
Rick’s Desert Grill
Cuban-inspired comfort eats, small plates & cocktails star at this roomy, casual bar & grill.
1596 N Palm Canyon Dr, Palm Springs, CA
Ristorante Mamma Gina
Traditional Italian dishes & happy-hour specials in an upscale setting.
73705 El Paseo, Palm Desert, CA
Shabu Shabu Zen and Sake Bar
Popular, family-owned restaurant offering Japanese hot pot & tapas in a compact, contemporary space.
# F 71680, Hwy 111, Rancho Mirage, CA
Shame on the Moon Restaurant
Throwback eatery delivering classic American fare, with porch seating.
69950 Frank Sinatra Dr, Rancho Mirage, CA
The Palms Cafe
Down-to-earth cafe with booth & patio seats whipping up breakfast fare, burgers & Mexican bites.
69930 Hwy 111 #120, Rancho Mirage, CA
Trattoria Tiramisu
Housemade pastas & other Italian/ Sicilian fare, plus many wines.
72655 Hwy 111, Palm Desert, CA
Trilussa
Traditional Italian dishes paired with wine in a comfortable & lively venue with an outdoor patio.
68-718 E Palm Canyon Dr, Cathedral City, CA
Wilma & Frieda’s Cafe
Bustling locale offering updated comfort classics for breakfast & brunch in a simple space.
73575 El Paseo #2310, Palm Desert, CA
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EVENTS SCHEDULE
unfolds over two consecutive weekends and has hosted a wide range of artists, from rock standouts and indie bands to mainstream pop performers like Ariana Grande, Lady Gaga, and Beyoncé. For more info visit: coachella.com
APR 22
LEE SQUARED: THE WORLD TOUR!
Liberace and Miss Peggy Lee have joined forces for a comeback tour! In this comedy and music spectacle, New York City Bistro and MAC award winners David Maiocco and Chuck Sweeney envision these old school music legends finding their way in the Instagram era. For more info visit: bit.ly/3lI9i7G
APR 28-29
STAGECOACH
COUNTRY MUSIC FESTIVAL
An outdoor music festival held at the Empire Polo grounds in Indio featuring top artists from mainstream country, bluegrass and folk.
audience is blurred, and a passionate performance can be truly relished in close proximity to the stage. Add free water to patrons, no service charges on reasonably priced tickets, and well..... let the games begin. A family-friendly global music experience. For more info visit: joshuatreemusicfestival.com
MAY 19
PACIFICO DANCE COMPANY
Pacifico Dance Company’s spirited and joyful performance program features dances from many different parts of Mexico - a country with a colorful history, rich traditions and diverse population. Characteristics unique to each region are reflected in the music, footwork, skirt work, patterning styles, and costuming. For more info visit: bit.ly/42HJqJS
JUNE
JUN 1-4
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EVENTS SCHEDULE
accessories, and shoes. We are currently most in need of femme-like clothing. We ask that donations be in wearable condition with no rips and no large or major stains, small imperfections are ok.
For more info visit: bit.ly/3KaDB09
JULY
JUL 1
GAMES, FRIENDS, AND FUN!
Games, Friends, and Fun! is a group for LGBTQ+ people interested in playing board games as a way to meet new people. No prior experience playing games needed. Bring games and snacks to share!
For more info visit: bit.ly/3FUpmu7
JUL 23-29
SUMMER BIOBLITZ: SANTA ROSA AND SAN JACINTO MOUNTAINS
NATIONAL MONUMENT
This event is an opportunity to get involved in conservation and contribute to genuine scientific research. A BioBlitz
Corteo, which means cortege in Italian, is a joyous procession, a festive parade imagined by a clown. The show brings together the passion of the actor with the grace and power of the acrobat to plunge the audience into a theatrical world of fun, comedy and spontaneity situated in a mysterious space between heaven and earth.
For more info visit: bit.ly/3lNHsHh
SEPTEMBER
SEP 13
LGBTQ+ YOUTH HANGOUT
If you’re between the ages of 11-20 and need a safe space to connect with other LGBTQ+ youth, drop by for a minute or longer.
For more info visit: bit.ly/3lI7POI
SEP 15
BHAKTI FEST
After a 3-year hiatus, Bhakti Fest is making its long-awaited return! The revival of a premiere 3-day Yoga & Conscious Music Festival, offering
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BAR GUIDE
The Barracks Bar
Desert’s longest-running leather bar.
67625 E Palm Canyon Dr, Cathedral City, CA
Casablanca Lounge at Melvyn’s Classic Palm Springs.
200 W Ramon Rd, Palm Springs, CA
Chill Bar
A nightclub experience unlike any other. 217 E Arenas Rd, Palm Springs, CA
Hunters Palm Springs
Hip nightclub & video bar.
302 E Arenas Rd, Palm Springs, CA
one eleven bar
Cocktail lounge.
67555 E Palm Canyon Dr – Suite A103, Cathedral City, CA
Oscar’s Downtown Palm Springs
RetroRoom Lounge
Hollywood-inspired retro gay bar. 125 E Tahquitz Canyon Way #102, Palm Springs, CA
Roost Bar Lounge
Strong drinks and great happy hour specials.
68718 E Palm Canyon Dr #203, Cathedral City, CA
Streetbar
The valley’s best bartenders and drinks. 224 E Arenas Rd, Palm Springs, CA
The Alibi
This place has it all!
369 N Palm Canyon Dr, Palm Springs, CA
Tool Shed
Early birds get the bears. 600 E Sunny Dunes Rd,
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LGBTQ+ COMMUNITY
ORGANIZATIONS & ATTRACTIONS
McCallum Theatre
Theatre and concert venue.
73000 Fred Waring Dr, Palm Desert, CA
Palm Springs Aerial Tramway
Largest rotating aerial tramway in the world.
1 Tramway, Palm Springs, CA
Palm Springs Air Museum
Aviation action.
745 N Gene Autry Trail, Palm Springs, CA
Palm Springs Art Museum
Contemporary museum. 101 N Museum Drive, Palm Springs, CA
Palm Springs Gay Softball League
Amateur athletic experience for everyone. psgsl.org/home
Queer Works
Red Jeep Tours
Open-air Jeep tours. red-jeep.com
74794 Lennon Pl Ste B, Palm Desert, CA
The LGBTQ Community Center of the Desert
A space you can belong and be unconditionally you.
1301 N Palm Canyon Dr #301, Palm Springs, CA
The Living Desert
Non-profit zoo and desert botanical garden.
47900 Portola Avenue, Palm Desert, CA
Transgender Health & Wellness Center
A truly trans-affirming environment for you.
340 S Farrell Dr #A20, Palm Springs, CA
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