Ken Privett
Very nice restaurant that only a few know about. Open to all but exclusive to those who know how great this hidden-in-plain-site place is. Great ambiance both inside and out. Great service staff. Great chefs preparing, not exotic cuisine, but great comfort food and a lot of other things. Huge desserts. Great drinks. But, basically, great food. The only side effect is that there's a 1 month reservation required to be able to dine there. But the wait is totally worth it. Small and intimate and a place you can't wait to return to.
Mark Pitts
All I can say is “wow”!
This little cafe-style restaurant tucked behind a shopping center and mostly hidden from the street was an amazing find in Palm Springs!
We had several recommendations from friends to get reservations here, and we were not disappointed.
The menu was fantastic (although we would have preferred a few more vegetarian or vegan options…) and the service was excellent.
We had a nice, relaxing dinner in their courtyard under the trees. The ambiance was great.
Our appetizers and entrees were 5 star. I especially enjoyed the baked Brie, the lobster ravioli, and the Osso Bucco.
The pre-dinner drinks were served quickly and were very tasty. Also, drink prices are a bit lower than most other restaurants, especially for rail drinks. They have a good selection of dinner wines, too.
I will highly recommend this restaurant to all of our “local” friends and visitors, too. We will definitely be returning here!
Hugo Macias
Great hidden gem. Not in the usual cluster of restaurants, but none the less a great place to eat old favorites. Definitely a country club vibe. Besides the employees we were probably the youngest table (let's just say that the average age fell below 70 that day, lol).
I had the osso bucco and it was amazing, but for me the treat was scargot (loved dipping the bread in the garlic butter from the dish).
Friendly service, despite our young age, we were treaded the same as other guest. (we had our kids and they treated with great hospitality from the beginning to end).
We will add this place to our rotation big restaurants in the area.
Tim Mathias
Excellent service and food at affordable prices. What more can I say?! Love dining on their outdoor patio. Very popular so you need to make a reservation.
Randy Lee Hodges
It was a bit on the pricey side, but it was worth every penny because the food was absolutely incredible. The wait staff was prompt and very friendly.
Ursula Karon
A very cozy location that has fantastic food and service. Most everyone there has been there for years and years and... you get the idea. They treat you like family. We started with the shrimp cocktail, and my goodness, whoever had to put those shrimp down are heroes! They were that big! For supper I had the osso buco which was divine and my better half had the breaded pork chops. Soooo much food on those plates. I liked taking a bit of the sauce with osso buco and adding it to a spoonful of polenta. I'm not sure I actually chewed. When I looked over, the pork chops were gone. I think he was picking his teeth with the bones, he was so satisfied. In the end we did get dessert. A lovely creme bruleé chilled on the bottom and toasty on top, with a fantastic whipped cream on the side. If you haven't gathered from this review yet I will help. John Henry's is a lovely place to fill your spirit and tummy. It's up to you to find it. *wink
Kathy Condon
Lovely outdoor patio....heated so it an be used all year-round.
Hearty meals...pictured Osso Busco..oh my gravy with it was so flavorful wishing I knew how to duplicate. I know duck is also terrific.
Definitely need reservations.
Patrick L
John Henry's is a Hidden Gem in Palm Springs. The ambience, food and cocktails were all magnificent.
Adrienne Foreman
The food was Delicious and enough to enjoy. Not a skimpy meal. SERVICE was top notch from Rufus and Cheryl. Definitely will return.
Tom Watson
Went with my husband for my birthday and had an absolutely wonderful time. Friendly service, romantic patio setting, and reasonable prices. Hubby said their cocktails didn't skimp on the vodka. Will definitely be back.
M
A friend took us while visiting. Delicious meal. I had the mahi mahi, delish. Great menu options, drinks, and wine list. A must for dinner! They close for the summer months so plan on Sept-June for a great meal!
Liz Oppenheim
Not going to win any prizes for innovation but solid, well prepared food. The salads are a bit sad, but the mains are solid. And the desserts are the size of your head. The ice cream that comes with the coconut cake was delicious. Staff was friendly. Drinks are strong. It feels like a restaurant from the fifties…. Except for the prices!!
Jon Anthony Carr
Dine like a local! Fabulous food, beautifully prepared, served under the leafy boughs and off the beaten path. Bountiful, ambrosial cocktails. Amazing service from the most charming & knowledgeable servers in town. These are just some of the reasons we return again and again, and every time we do, it's just like seeing old friends.
Mike Maurine
First off..our server Julie was phenomenal. She set the mood for a great great time. 6 of us had cocktails, salads and dinner. Osso Bucco, magi-mahi, liver & onions. All of it was wonderful. We had a couple of requests with our drinks, extra olives & onions and Julie was extremely accommodating. Celebrated 2 gals birthdays too with wonderful dessert and singing. Wonderful time!!
Hilda Cornelius
The food was great, our server was nice, the Ambiance was fantastic but only drawback was very loud, we could not hear ourselves, not fault of the establishment
Emily M
Wonderful!
So glad we made it before they closed for the season.
Exquisite service. DELICIOUS food. Lovely outdoor patio seating. And that Martini?! Thank you all!!!
Joyce Dixon
We come every year at Presidents Week and John Henry’s is ALWAYS one of our dinner reservations during that week. We love it as our family tradition and would not miss it for the world!! The food, the service, the feeling of kindness — it is always special!!
Lynda Paris
One of my favorite dinner restaurants- they never advertised! When Jon retired his employees became the owners! Bravo 👏 been going for over30+ years!!!! Quite special....remember never advertised...need reservation- Go PSP!!!!
Regenia Money
Relaxing environment, delicious food, friendly staff, and prompt service. We wanted for nothing as our server and her teammates wowed us with a symphony of delicious delights., it was a fabulous experience. Will recommend and return with friends. Thanks John Henry's Cafe.
Alicia Garcia
I Absolutely love it. Great service didn't get to eat yet but my friends were absolutely Happy with everything!. I did had ine of their best desserts coconut cake!!!�� and great glass of wine!.. very cozy place.i will definitely recommend to any one, specially if you're having a special event �🍽�����
Neil Cooper
My first visit - as wonderful as friends had promised. Beautiful outdoor terrace makes the environment stand out - and the food is equally as magical. The staff, including the wonderful owners, are the finishing touch which make this a place to return to.
Amy Michelle Wolff
Our favorite hidden gem with amazing food and a wonderful staff.
Kathy Martin Stolhand
We always have a great meal here. The food and service are the best!
Bob Klein
Wonderful food, drinks, service, atmosphere and people! Also the best value in the valley for a great meal
Barbara Ermert
First time at John Henry's. Loved it. The food was great. The service was amazing thanks to Cheryl our waitress. Loved the ambiance. Good friends, good food, good wine🍷
David M. Muth
One of my absolute favorite restaurants in all of the desert.. always great food and great service! ..... now, I will just be counting down the time until reopening after your summer hiatus
Kristel Zaman
Fantastic dinner! I was on a business trip and my first time in Palm Springs. Found the restaurant on TripAdvisor, walked in 5 min after 5 pm (they open at 5pm), and enjoyed dinner of escargot and pesto shrimp for a reasonable cost. Delighted, I recommend this place to all!
Kevin Stringer
Spent New Year's eve here. Great food, great service, everyone was so attentive. I have never received such great service especially during a busy night such as New Year's Eve. Yes, it may cost a bit more however it is definitely worth it. Check it out if you don't want to always eat at the same chain restaurant establishments.
Terry Rayborne
First time here and I really enjoyed the meal. Food was great and the patio lovely. Servers were very friendly and efficient.
Janel Ernster
John Henry's is always a special treat!! The only place I get to eat liver and onions--- cooked to perfection.
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