Top 10 Palm Springs Restaurants to Book for Labor Day Weekend 2026

Labor Day Weekend 2026 falls on September 5–7, and Palm Springs is exactly where you want to be for that last blast of summer. The desert heat softens into warm evenings, the pools stay open late, and the restaurants along Palm Canyon Drive fill with groups looking for one more long-weekend memory before fall sets in. If you are renting a villa for Labor Day weekend, reservations are the first thing to lock in after your house — especially the ones below. Each entry has been verified for address, phone, hours, and booking method as of August 2026.

Workshop Kitchen + Bar

Address: 800 N Palm Canyon Dr, Suite G, Palm Springs, CA 92262
Phone: (760) 459-3451
Hours: Dinner daily 5:00 PM – 10:00 PM; Sunday brunch 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM
Book: workshopkitchenbar.com via Resy or OpenTable

Chef Michael Beckman and Chef de Cuisine David Johns run this Michelin Recommended restaurant inside a repurposed 1926 theatre in the Design District. The concrete interior is dramatic, but the plates are the real focus. Order the duck fat fries to start, then move to Yellowtail Crudo or the Wood-Grilled Hanger Steak. It is the kind of place that earns a return visit, so book early for Saturday night.

Le Vallauris

Address: 385 W Tahquitz Canyon Way, Palm Springs, CA 92262
Phone: (760) 325-5059
Hours: Monday–Saturday dinner 5:00 PM – 9:00 PM; Sunday brunch 11:00 AM – 2:00 PM and dinner 5:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Book: sohohouse.com/en-us/restaurants/le-vallauris via OpenTable or by phone

A quiet French institution on Tahquitz Canyon Way. The menu changes daily and is presented tableside on a chalkboard, but regulars know to ask for the Dover Sole, Maine Lobster Ravioli, and Veal Filet when available. The patio is shaded and calm — ideal for a Sunday brunch before the drive back to Los Angeles.

Bar Cecil

Address: 1555 S Palm Canyon Dr, Ste H-104, Palm Springs, CA 92264
Phone: (442) 332-3800
Hours: Tuesday–Sunday 5:00 PM – 10:00 PM; closed Monday
Book: barcecil.com (online reservations open 14 days in advance, walk-ins accepted at the bar, cashless)

Named after photographer Cecil Beaton, this spot channels old-world glamour through a Palm Springs lens. The Cecil’s Bread Rolls with date-sage butter and the Deviled Eggs are consistent openers. For mains, the Cacio e Pepe and Smoked Bone-In Duroc Pork Chop hold their own against any steakhouse in the valley. Parties are capped at five, so plan accordingly.

Copley’s on Palm Canyon

Address: 621 N Palm Canyon Dr, Palm Springs, CA 92262
Phone: 760-327-9555
Hours: Dinner service; reservations recommended
Book: copleyspalmsprings.com via OpenTable

Built on part of the former Cary Grant estate, Copley’s carries real Hollywood history in its walls. Executive Chef Andrew Copley’s menu leans upscale American with tropical and European accents. The Shrimp + Three-Cheese Grits, Copley’s Caesar Salad, and Char-Grilled Pork Chop are mainstays. Mountain views from the patio make it a favorite for anniversary dinners and celebratory toasts.

Eight4Nine Restaurant & Lounge

Address: 849 N Palm Canyon Dr, Palm Springs, CA 92262
Phone: 760-325-8490
Hours: Dinner nightly; brunch on weekends
Book: eight4nine.com via OpenTable

Eight4Nine sits in a bright, modern space on the north end of Palm Canyon. The kitchen sends out reliable crowd-pleasers: Lobster Mac & Cheese, Mesquite-Smoked Carne Asada, and the Poblano Chile Relleno. Save room for the Coachella Lime Pie — it is one of the desserts people actually talk about on the drive home. The bar stays lively without overwhelming conversation.

Tac/Quila

Address: 415 N Palm Canyon Dr, Palm Springs, CA 92262
Phone: No public phone listed
Hours: Dinner service nightly
Book: tacquila.com via OpenTable for up to 4 guests; walk-ins welcome

A small kitchen with a Michelin listing and a loyal local following. Tac/Quila focuses on authentic Mexican cuisine cooked to order. Because the space is compact, they do not offer takeout, and reservations for parties above four require a separate group booking. Walk-ins are accepted, but on a holiday weekend, an OpenTable slot is the safer bet.

Cheeky’s

Address: 622 N Palm Canyon Dr, Palm Springs, CA 92262
Phone: (760) 327-7595
Hours: Daily 8:00 AM – 2:00 PM; closed Tuesday and Wednesday
Book: cheekysf10.com — walk-in only, no reservations

The menu changes weekly based on what is fresh, which is exactly why locals line up before 8:00 AM. Come for breakfast or lunch, expect a short wait, and trust that whatever is on the board that day has been sourced with care. The bacon flight is a recurring favorite, and the house-made syrups rotate by season. Closed Tuesday and Wednesday, so plan your Saturday or Sunday brunch here.

FARM

Address: 6 La Plaza, Palm Springs, CA 92262
Phone: (760) 322-2724
Hours: Breakfast & lunch daily 8:00 AM – 2:00 PM (walk-ins only); dinner Friday–Tuesday 5:30 PM – 9:30 PM
Book: farmpalmsprings.com — walk-ins for breakfast/lunch, reservations suggested for dinner

Set inside the historic La Plaza courtyard that dates to 1934, FARM is designed to feel like a walled garden in Provence. The Croque Madame, French Toast, and Eggs Benedict anchor the breakfast menu, while dinner brings in heartier Provençal plates. It is one of the most photographed patios in Palm Springs for a reason, and it happens to serve food worth returning for.

Lulu California Bistro

Address: 200 S Palm Canyon Dr, Palm Springs, CA 92262
Phone: (760) 327-5858
Hours: All-day dining, breakfast through late dinner
Book: lulupalmsprings.com via OpenTable

Lulu is the utility player you want on a group trip: open early, open late, and comfortable for anything from a quick breakfast to a full dinner. The Fresh Strawberry Salad, Signature Meatloaf, and Filet Mignon are consistently ordered, and the outdoor seating on South Palm Canyon is ideal for people-watching. It is also one of the easiest reservations to secure at the last minute, which matters on a holiday weekend.

Paul Bar / Food

Address: 3700 E Vista Chino, Palm Springs, CA 92262
Phone: (760) 656-4082
Hours: Wednesday–Sunday 4:00 PM – 11:00 PM (Friday–Saturday until midnight); closed Monday and Tuesday
Book: thepaulbarps.com — walk-ins only, no reservations

Paul Bar sits on the quieter east side of town and operates on its own schedule: no reservations, no rush. The Raw Bar and à la carte menu change regularly, but the atmosphere is consistent — low lights, good cocktails, and a crowd that knows where to go when downtown is packed. Arrive by 5:00 PM on a Saturday if you want a seat without a long wait.

Plan Your Table, Then Your Villa

Labor Day Weekend in Palm Springs sells out in stages: restaurants first, then the best villas. A Palm Springs villa rental keeps your group together, gives you a private pool for the midday heat, and puts every restaurant on this list within a ten-minute drive. Browse our verified Palm Springs collection — including homes in the Movie Colony and Twin Palms neighborhoods — and let our concierge handle the reservations before you land.