Best Lunch Spots in the Coachella Valley

Looking for the best lunch spots in the Coachella Valley? Whether you’re stepping out for a casual midday break, meeting someone for a quick bite, or trying to find a reliable place that isn’t just a dinner spot pretending to serve lunch, there are plenty of solid options across the desert.

This guide focuses on restaurants throughout the Coachella Valley that consistently serve a dependable lunch. Some are longtime local staples, others are newer additions, but all of them have one thing in common: people actually go back.

Use the city guides below to find reliable lunch spots in Palm Springs, Palm Desert, Cathedral City, Indio, and beyond. Menus and hours can change, but these places have earned a reputation for showing up midday when it matters.

Part of our Coachella Valley Food & Drink Guides.