Nightlife: Discover Palm Desert After Dark.

When the sun goes down, Palm Desert nightlife still sizzles. That’s because this desert city is home to an array of cosmopolitan bars, cafes, clubs and casinos perfect for spending those warm, pleasant nights. You can even catch a Broadway-style show at the stunning McCallum Theatre for the Performing Arts or simply take in a relaxing movie.

Want proof? Just spend your evening enjoying any of these great nightlife ideas:

Casinos

You don’t have to head to Vegas to win big during your Palm Desert vacation. With several casinos and gaming resorts located around Palm Desert and in neighboring Palm Springs, Indio and Rancho Mirage, you’ll find plenty of places for bingo, blackjack and all your favorite games – and all just minutes from your Palm Desert hotel or vacation rental.

Movie Theaters

Whether you’re a foreign-film buff looking for the latest in avant-garde cinema or a family looking for a kid-friendly flick, the Palm Desert area has plenty of movie theaters to choose from.

Visit Google Movies to find features, showtimes and more for all of Palm Desert’s theaters.

Bars & Cafes

From listening to jazz at a laid-back café to sampling California’s finest vintages at a local wine bar, there’s a place in Palm Desert that has just what you’ve been looking for on your next night out.

Bars/Cafes	Food Type	Price	Directions
19th Hole Sports Bar & Restaurant Phone: (760) 772-6696 Locals' hangout known for fish & chips and karaoke. Lunch/Dinner	American	$	Get Directions 42-305 Washington St. Palm Desert, CA
3rd Corner Wine Shop & Bistro Phone: (760) 837-9600 A unique wine shop inside a bistro allows you to pick out the bottle of your choice and enjoy it for a modest corkage fee. Lunch, Dinner & Late Night dining available.	American	$$-$$$	Get Directions 73101 Hwy. 111 Palm Desert, CA
Augusta Modern Phone: (760) 779-9200 Modern American cuisine served indoors or on the extensive outdoor patio. Live entertainment nightly. Lunch/Dinner, Monday-Saturday.	American	$$$	Get Directions 73951 El Paseo Palm Desert, CA
Buffalo Wild Wings Phone: (760) 779-9464 New York-style wing joint and sports bar with big-screen TVs. Full menu features everything from starters and salads to burgers and ribs.	American	$-$$	Get Directions 72290 Highway 111 Westfield Mall Palm Desert, CA
Casey's Restaurant & Lounge Phone: (760) 345-6503 Upscale casual dining, great neighborhood bar, karaoke, and sing-along piano bar. Lunch/Dinner	American	$$	Get Directions 42-455 Washington St. Palm Desert, CA
Firecliff Phone: (760) 773-6565 All your favorites, prepared with flair and a passion for everything that is cutting edge in the culinary world. Entertainment nightly. Dinner	Int'l/Continental	$$$	Get Directions 73-725 El Paseo Palm Desert, CA
McGowan's Irish Inn Phone: (760) 346-6032 Bustling bar with plenty of tables to enjoy an American classic meal, as well. Lunch/Dinner	American	$-$$	Get Directions 73-340 Highway 111 Palm Desert, CA
Napa's Tapas Phone: (760) 773-3436 Low key, local hangout, cozy place to meet friends. Serving tapas, escargot, nachos, quesadillas, tortas. Karaoke M/W/Th. Lunch/Dinner	Int'l/Continental	$	Get Directions 73-900 El Paseo Palm Desert, CA
Pizzeria Villagio Italian Kitchen Phone: (760) 779-5050 New York and specialty pizzas, baked in a traditional pizza oven. Salads and sub sandwiches, too. Happy Hour and Late Night specials. Open Sun.-Thurs. 11am-midnight; Fri.-Sat. until 1:30am, with dining until 10pm.	Italian	$-$$	Get Directions 37029 Cook St., Ste. 101 Palm Desert, CA
Red Barn Phone: (760) 346-0191 Cocktail lounge serving hamburgers, tacos, and sandwiches. Pool table, shuffleboard, darts, Lotto, keno, and other games. Dinner	American	$	Get Directions 73-290 Highway 111 Palm Desert, CA
Roc's Firehouse Grille Phone: (760) 340-3222 Burgers and American classics in a casual, sports bar and grill setting. Late night dining. Lunch/Dinner	American	$-$$	Get Directions 36-891 Cook St. University Village Palm Desert, CA
Schmidy's Tavern Phone: (760) 837-3800 Classy pub with cold beer and tasty food. Lunch/Dinner	American	$$	Get Directions 72-286 Highway 111 Palm Desert, CA
Sense Phone: Palm Desert A small city restaurant with a big city feel--open until 2am, with a full menu offered until midnight. Choose from classic favorites or inventive new dishes.	American	$$$	Get Directions 73-675 Highway 111 Palm Desert, CA
Sullivan's Steakhouse Phone: 760-341-3560 1940's styled steakhouse featuring the finest steaks & seafood, unparalleled martinis, fine wine selection & live jazz. Dinner.	Steakhouses	$$$	Get Directions 73-505 El Paseo The Gardens on El Paseo Palm Desert, CA
The Hood Phone: (760) 636-5220 Lively pizza joint and bar now in a new location with dance floor and music. Lunch/Dinner	Italian	$$	Get Directions 74-360 Highway 111 Palm Desert, CA
The Lobby Bar Phone: (760) 341-1725 The Lobby Bar is a stylish haven for socializing, dining, and relaxation at the JW Marriott Desert Springs Resort. Lunch/Dinner	American	$$	Get Directions 74-855 Country Club Dr. Desert Springs JW Marriott Resort & Spa Palm Desert, CA
TJ's Steaks, Pasta & Spirits Phone: (760) 345-6744 Specialty dishes, pasta, fish, daily specials, appetizers, desserts. Reservations required. Dinner	Italian	$$	Get Directions 40-205 Washington St. Palm Desert, CA