Best Bars & Sports Bars in the Coachella Valley

Looking for the best bars and sports bars in the Coachella Valley? Whether you’re watching a game, meeting friends for drinks, or just looking for a reliable place to hang out after dark, there’s no shortage of solid options across the desert.

This guide focuses on bars and sports bars throughout the Coachella Valley that consistently deliver. Some are longtime local staples, others are newer additions, but all of them share one thing in common: people actually go back.

Use the city guides below to find dependable bars and sports bars in Palm Springs, Palm Desert, Cathedral City, Indio, and beyond. Lineups and hours can change, but these spots have earned a reputation for being reliable when it counts.

Part of our Coachella Valley Food & Drink Guides.