El Jefe Desert Cantina is a restaurant, bar, and speakeasy with a full menu of Mexican fare, a hundred tequila labels, and a buzzing daily happy hour. Open every day for breakfast, lunch, and dinner, don’t miss the seasonal mezcal and tequila craft cocktails, late-night bites, or Taco Tuesday & Thursday.
Tequila & Mexican street food served in a rustic, stylish cocktail bar at The Saguaro Palm Springs. Based on 405 reviews, the restaurant has received a rating of 4.3 stars. Price $$
✔️ Dine-in ✔️ Takeout ✔️ No-contact delivery
Address:
1800 E Palm Canyon Dr, Palm Springs, CA 92264
Phone: (760) 323-1711
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Hours
| Friday | 7 AM–1:30 AM |
| Saturday | 7 AM–1:30 AM |
| Sunday | 7 AM–10 PM |
| Monday
(Labor Day)
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7 AM–10 PM
Hours might differ
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| Tuesday | 7 AM–10 PM |
| Wednesday | 7 AM–10 PM |
| Thursday | 7 AM–1 AM |
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Reservations: resy.com
Reviews
Terri Hanson Mead
Love this place. Food and service are good and the outdoor dining experience is comfortable. As a mid-century fan, it’s always fun to walk through the Saguaro Hotel lobby. Don’t miss the Barbie scenes in the walkway between the lobby and the restaurant.
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Nicole “Coleyworld” H
Coleyworld approved!
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Kathy Condon
A restaurant inside the Saguaro Hotel. Known for its 60s vibes
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Jeffrey Carter
I was looking to make a reservation for a group and was told by multiple sites and apps that there were no reservations available, I called and they said they could squeeze us in but when we got there we were the only table in the whole place. Not sure why it was so difficult to make a reservation when they clearly had the space. The food was delicious though, and the Jefe margaritas with a Tajin rim hit the spot. The Carne Asada tacos and chili pineapple side were a killer combo, and our server was polite but infrequently stopped by despite having no other tables to check on.
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Stacy Klone
$5 taco night was a hit for our party of 8. Right amount of spice for adults, a little to spicy for some of the kids. Food was 5 out of 5, service was 4 out of 5, a bit slow and and a missing some beverages.
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Simon Helm
Tiny tacos for a big price. Food tasted ok but unsatisfying. No chips and salsa were offered like most any Mexican food restaurant nationwide. Would not recommend!
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Gina Schiavoni
I love this place for carnitas nachos and skinny margaritas…the best in town!!! I know it sounds like a conundrum…nachos and skinny…but their nachos are not overloaded with bad ingredients. A definite must try!
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Salvador R
Great selection of bites and tacos. Very flavorful bites with the right amount of heat. Friendly staff and great service. Will return for the speak easy and taco Tuesday or Thursday.
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Chelsea Corbett
Wonderful experience, Nelson was our server and he was amazing! Super attentive and always knew what we needed before we knew. Thanks Nelson for making our evening so special and seamless. The drinks and tacos were delicious!
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Marconi Calindas
Desayuno menu is just right and the Chorizo Burrito is “el jefe”-kin deelish! The spicy guava margarita is yummerz! Great service too! All in all i give it 3.5 stars!
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