From neon-trimmed coffee shops to breezeblock-lined patios, Palm Springs practically wrote the rule book on mid-century modern style. Guy Fieri has rolled the red Camaro into the Coachella Valley more than once, spotlighting eateries that marry time-capsule design with from-scratch cooking. Map out a self-guided tour—or just daydream about it—with these Palm Springs–area spots that have all earned camera time on Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives.
1. Sherman’s Deli & Bakery — Palm Springs, CA
Open since 1963, Sherman’s delivers that classic Jewish-deli energy: chrome stools, mile-long pastry cases, and servers who remember your order. The low, flat roof and wrap-around windows scream desert modernism, while the menu keeps things strictly old-school. It’s the perfect first stop for anyone chasing Palm Springs’ mid-century mojo and the comforting fare that made this episode a fan favorite.
2. Trio Restaurant — Palm Springs, CA
Housed in a former 1950s bank building painted a signature popsicle orange, Trio blends atomic-age lines with a casual neighborhood vibe. Guy dropped in for the honest, ingredient-first cooking that anchors the colorful dining room. Mid-century light fixtures, breeze-block walls, and a thrum of Rat Pack tunes seal the time-travel effect.
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3. Cheeky’s — Palm Springs, CA
Set in a 1940s courtyard dotted with succulents and breeze-blocks, Cheeky’s pares desert-modern aesthetics down to sun-bleached woods and clean angles. Seasonal cooking and house-made everything caught Guy’s attention, but the setting—equal parts Palm Springs glamour and laid-back breakfast joint—earned just as much screen time.
4. Jake’s — Palm Springs, CA
Tucked behind a courtyard in the Uptown Design District, Jake’s occupies what was once a mid-century delivery garage. White brick, terrazzo tabletops, and vintage Palm Springs postcards provide the period charm; friendly service and thoughtful comfort food earned Jake’s its spot on Diners, Drive-Ins, and Dives. The intimate dining room feels like a stylish 1950s rec room—only with stronger air-conditioning.
5. Rooster and the Pig — Palm Springs, CA
This Vietnamese-American spot occupies a low-slung mid-century storefront just off Palm Canyon Drive. Inside, terrazzo floors and walnut banquettes meet an open kitchen turning out vibrant, herb-packed plates. Guy applauded the way the owners honor tradition while channeling that signature Palm Springs design restraint.
6. Grill-A-Burger — Palm Desert, CA
A 15-minute cruise down Highway 111 lands you at this retro burger shack, a shrine to mid-century roadside culture. Think diner stools, surf-movie posters, and a ceiling swagged with tiki lights. The burgers are big, messy, and entirely handcrafted—exactly the free-spirited fare that landed Grill-A-Burger on Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives.
7. Fisherman’s Market & Grill — Palm Springs, CA
While the nautical décor nods to the coast, the building itself is classic desert modern: low roofline, deep overhangs, and glass walls that blur the line between dining room and patio. Guy showcased the from-scratch seafood plates, but design fans will appreciate the way this spot grafts Palm Springs architecture onto a West Coast fish house vibe.