Palm Springs
Spencer’s Restaurant
Sunday brunch on the mountainside on the tree-shaded terrace is a classic Palm Springs must. The decadent selection of steaks and seafood (for breakfast!) perfectly matches the elegant ambience.
Hot springs in the desert
Delicias Mexican Cuisine
Wake up with a Mexican-inspired twist. This cute spot makes for a fun-filled day with favorites like tres leches French toast, mango guacamole, and huevos con salsa.
Cathedral City
Brunch 101
Whether sweet, savory or Mexican-California spicy: This convenient little meeting place on Highway 111 serves brunch around the clock.
Rancho Mirage
Si Bon
The always-busy bistro, with indoor and outdoor seating, is served by a Belgian chef with a touch of Europe: crepes, mussels and, of course, waffles. (One waffle is even garnished with garlic snails.)
Palm desert
Wilma & Frieda
The short rib Benedict and a cinnamon roll on the side make an irresistible combination at this El Paseo restaurant that’s at the top of the list for breakfast connoisseurs and discerning brunch fans.
Indian Wells
The Pink Cabana
You can’t help but feel chic as you nibble on a quiche or tartine under the high pink ceiling of this designer restaurant at the Sands Hotel & Spa, a Mediterranean-inspired throwback to the great tennis clubs of the 1950s.
La Quinta
Chúla artisan restaurant
The all-day brunch (and drink) menu pays tribute to chef and owner Katherine Gonzalez’s Mexican and Spanish roots, featuring red and green chilaquiles that are absolutely worth the wait.
Indian
The Cafe at Shields
Take a stroll through Shields’ historic date gardens before brunching al fresco. Even the omelets and waffles are studded with the chewy fruit.
Coachella
Cafe 54
Win the breakfast jackpot at Augustine Casino, where weekends are filled with the Augustine Stack (pancakes, waffles, French Toast, cinnamon roll).
