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Book your reservation on Open Table! Housed inside stucco walls accented with original, large format oil paintings, Villa Royale’s intimate bar and eatery, Del Rey, offers up a twelve-seat oak and marble bar, tufted oxblood vinyl booths and an outdoor patio equipped with a firepit for long nights under the moonlight. Del Rey’s tapas-style fare, Mediterranean-leaning wine program serving Spanish varietals and local wines and classic poolside cocktails mirrors Villa Royale’s communal spirit, inviting guests to connect over the age-old custom of gathering around a table, celebrating good flavors in the company of good people.
Hours
| Saturday | 5–10 PM |
| Sunday | 5–10 PM |
| Monday | 5–10 PM |
| Tuesday | 5–10 PM |
| Wednesday | 5–10 PM |
| Thursday | 5–10 PM |
| Friday | 5–10 PM |
Address and Contact Information
Address: 1620 S Indian Trail, Palm Springs, CA 92264
Phone: (760) 327-2314
Website: https://villaroyale.com/del-rey/
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Reviews
Whitney Moore
We celebrated our friend’s 40th birthday here and we enjoyed several delicious tapas. I wasn’t sure if I would enjoy the canned tuna but it was exquisite, I wish all canned tuna tasted this fresh and delicious! They had a great variety of food on the menu and everyone left satisfied. My mocktail was light & refreshing, would order again!
Service was friendly and attentive, from beginning to end. Beautiful hotel we walked through and it has a very nice bathroom in the lobby.
… moreService was friendly and attentive, from beginning to end. Beautiful hotel we walked through and it has a very nice bathroom in the lobby.
Luis Somoza
Beautiful place with an eclectic speakeasy atmosphere; great service and well curated selection of Spanish wines, from Galician Albarinos to Basque Txakoli. With great anticipation and feeling nostalgic about the foods I grew up we started with the marinated olives and Pan con Tomate, the popular Catalan tapa made with simple ingredients including fresh tomatoes, hearty bread, garlic, and olive oil, unfortunately Del Rey version was a large, soggy piece of bread topped with a spicy pasta tomatoe sauce and fried Spanish ham, a complete insult to our humble yet delicious dish.
The empanadas with mushrooms were nicely paired with Mojo Verde, the Manchego Bombas crunchy and delicate in flavour.
The start were the the Gambas al Ajillo or Shrimp in Roasted Garlic Sauce..except for a gigantic piece of soggy, greasy bread they arrive hiding underneath meant for dipping in the delightful sauce.
The Tarta de Queso Vasca or Basque Cheesecake..asked to be served as its done back in the Basque Country, without Dulce de Leche, without berries, without caramelized citrus peel was as close as it could be to the original Basque burnt cheesecake.
A pricey tag for tapas, with some that are a complete misses.
… moreThe empanadas with mushrooms were nicely paired with Mojo Verde, the Manchego Bombas crunchy and delicate in flavour.
The start were the the Gambas al Ajillo or Shrimp in Roasted Garlic Sauce..except for a gigantic piece of soggy, greasy bread they arrive hiding underneath meant for dipping in the delightful sauce.
The Tarta de Queso Vasca or Basque Cheesecake..asked to be served as its done back in the Basque Country, without Dulce de Leche, without berries, without caramelized citrus peel was as close as it could be to the original Basque burnt cheesecake.
A pricey tag for tapas, with some that are a complete misses.
Allie Ruiz
Way too expensive for what it was. Come for a very expensive drink, don’t stay for the overpriced bland food. They did an excellent job keeping an eye on your water which I appreciate.
The crispy Jamon on the bland patatas bravas was a disappointment (think: Jamon jerky). The grilled artichokes were good, but a difficult eating endeavor in this environment. The championes (mushrooms) felt like a wanna be vegan meat pulled pork somehow? Tasted very weird. And the chicken skewers were almost $40 for two skewers (assumed it would come with a rice or something) and were so bland, the lemon slice barely aided them. The veggies the chicken came with were shishito peppers with the stems on…such a mess.
… moreThe crispy Jamon on the bland patatas bravas was a disappointment (think: Jamon jerky). The grilled artichokes were good, but a difficult eating endeavor in this environment. The championes (mushrooms) felt like a wanna be vegan meat pulled pork somehow? Tasted very weird. And the chicken skewers were almost $40 for two skewers (assumed it would come with a rice or something) and were so bland, the lemon slice barely aided them. The veggies the chicken came with were shishito peppers with the stems on…such a mess.
Shawna Nikole
Del Rey at Villa Royale is a hidden gem in Palm Springs. The intimate, speakeasy-style ambiance paired with flavorful tapas and creative cocktails makes for a memorable night. Service is attentive and friendly—highly recommend for a wonderful date night.
$$$ Must try;
Croquetas de Cangrejo
Patatas Bravos
Grilled Artichoke
Steak skewers
… more$$$ Must try;
Croquetas de Cangrejo
Patatas Bravos
Grilled Artichoke
Steak skewers
Dlyle06
One of the best restaurant experiences I’ve ever had. The food was absolutely amazing. Everything we ordered was so good. Service was exceptional. The place is a VIBE! If nothing else get a drink at the bar, soak in the vibes and admire the Gucci wallpaper
… moreLori Clinton
Years ago we dined here at “Del Rey” & loved the vibe & at that time thought the food was good but fast forward – now the food is excellent! Apparently they got a new chef about three years ago. Carefully curated, Spanish tapas style offerings, attentive waiters, speak easy vibe topped off with a pitcher of Sangria! What more could you ask for?! Be open to being adventurous! While I enjoyed the Sangria, my husband said it was the best Old Fashioned he’s ever tasted. The place is dark so be prepared to take off your sunglasses. That’s part of the charm. It feels very old school rat pack. The restaurant is located within the darling boutique hotel “Villa Royale” Ask for the waiter Enrique as he really cares about your dining experience & it’s hard to find that these days. Strongly suggest reservations as it’s a small place intimate place. Thank me later. ☺️Enjoy!
… moreyousef
Flickering firelight, sultry shadows, and a patio where everyone looks like a noir film extra. It’s Palm Springs, fully in character. The tinned tuna belly in yuzu kosho is delicately brined, dressed with capers, pickles, onions, and lemon. An interplay of flavors that’s deeply satisfying. But then things waver. The patatas bravas fumble—potatoes too plain, sauce too tempered, seasoning too hesitant. The short rib empanadas arrive dressed to impress, but the beef is somewhat tough and chewy. Grilled artichokes fare better—generous, charred, and brightened by aioli and lemon. Desserts echo the inconsistency. The churros a la mode, while warm, are more sponge than crunch. The spanish cheesecake, envisioning a rich interior and caramelized crust, presents more like an airy soufflé. The false alarm cocktail hits the right note—smoky slow-burn. It jolts you back into the romance of the moment. Del Rey nails the scene. Now, if the kitchen could match the mood, it wouldn’t just feel good—it would be great.
… moreJoshua D’Agostino
My wife & I travel frequently and this is one of the top 3 restaurants we’ve eaten at over the last year. The food is simple but the cooking is excellent. I have spent a lot of time in Spain and it genuinely felt like a fantastic meal that I would eat there. Alex & Chris were both kind, genuine, and pleasant to work with. The ambiance is very cozy and inviting and unique. The entire hotel property is stunningly beautiful and we will definitely stay there the next time we are in town! Hopefully grilled Octopus will be back on the menu! Also, they do not add any foolish “surcharges” to the bill at the end which is nice. Thanks very much and super compliments to the chef and staff!!!
… moreA Deering
What a swanky, moody dining experience! We were recommended this place on our ride from the airport. Loved the small plates, didn’t get every picture, we were ready to dive in! Enrique was a great service provider, made great recommendations. The steak and chicken skewers were great! Loved the broccolini, Bodingas & had to get the bread pudding for dessert! Little slow to get us started with service but was worth the wait!
… moreDallas Steele
This was my second visit to Del Rey, this time accompanied by two friends for an early dinner around 6pm on a Monday. We were not surprised to see only a handful of people. The drinks and food were just as spectacular as the first time, but after we received our tapas, the service fell off in a HUGE way. We sat for 30 minutes post dinner without being asked if we wanted another drink or desert. No one came to clear the table. We finally had to go to the bar to ask for someone to come to the table. When our waiter returned, there was no apology or attempted explanation. He left again and didn’t immediately return to clear the lingering dishes. After enjoying our delicious churros and ice cream, we waited and waited and waited more than 25 minutes… but the waiter again never returned. We had to again go to the bar to ask for the check.
It’s fortunate that the food and atmosphere is so amazing. But with this experience, as a local retail business guy who recommends restaurants to tourists, I’m not sure I can recommend Del Rey given the poor quality of service.
… moreIt’s fortunate that the food and atmosphere is so amazing. But with this experience, as a local retail business guy who recommends restaurants to tourists, I’m not sure I can recommend Del Rey given the poor quality of service.