SO.PA Restaurant - Palm Springs, California

Mishel Fletcher

As others have mentioned (& I should have heeded their warning) while Sop.pa is a lovely outdoor restaurant the condescending attitude that permeates the staff is baffling and makes for a very unpleasant experience. So many other reviews on here have mentioned that, one might think management would take notice and perhaps do some training - especially for the prices they charge. The manager made it clear from the minute we checked in that the restaurant was designed for hotel guests and we were lucky to be eating there (even warned us not to disturb the other guests). What a way to start a meal, so awkward. Our server was quite friendly, but we found each of the dishes to be very average. The fish was overcooked, the roasted chicken was dry and the basque cheesecake far too sweet. We have no problem paying high prices for good food and service - but nothing delivered here.

Why don’t they open the restaurant to hotel guests only? And if they opt to open to the general public, then don’t treat your guests like a nuisance. We’re very experienced in fine dining and have found if anything the service is much warmer and hospitable the nicer the restaurant. So.pa is in desperate need of a change. For the money, I’d eat at Workshop instead

Chris Freeman

If you’re 6ft and taller and rich, these are your people. It’s expensive and that keeps the riff raff out. A bunch of tech execs and a staff that’s trying to be a class above. When will they learn you don’t teach in front of the guest to place silverware down. You started reaching behind me then switched and almost wiped my nose placing my new fork down. But the best was Kelly explaining that Ruinart is famous for its Chardonnay grapes and that’s what drives this rose wine. And then states it’s 55% Pinot Noir. Table settings were nice, but please clean the tree dandruff. And no there’s no misters, so summer early evenings will be warm.

Carrie O

Lovely restaurant with fantastic service. Try the tomato salad. I had the stuffed rainbow trout. My husband had the sea bass. I usually do not order fish because I'm so fussy about it, but the waiter raved when he recommended that dish, and he was right - delicious! Refreshing cocktails, nice wine list. Beautiful, intimate setting. Polite, professional, attentive staff. We had a perfect evening!

Donald McCraig

We visited Palm Springs for the weekend and visited several of the high end dining spots.The atmosphere here was the best thing about it. However, the food was the most disappointing. We spent the most here for diner, without drinks and liked the food the least.

Phil Lenowsky

I don't understand the bad reviews here. Yes it's pricey but welcome to the world of fine dining. All our dishes were excellent. Highest quality products and tasty too. The service was equally excellent. Our server Colton was on top of everything. The manager Kelly was also very attentive. If you're looking for an wonderful dining experience, this is your place

Oscar Flink

The setting is gorgeous, very moody and romantic. The food was delicious and our server, Rachel, was very friendly and professional and even gave us a little tour of the attached hotel.

Amanda Rufener

I heard about the cocktails and amazing atmosphere of SO.PA and begged my husband to go for a quick drink. It did not disappoint.

The seating and atmosphere are amazing with intimate tables, fire pits, tons of beautiful greenery, and these beautiful globe lights that put out a wonderfully romantic light.

We did not eat, we only had a cocktail and I wish I could’ve had three. The “Infinity Paloma” was so freaking sexy. It had Serrano pepper simple syrup. So amazing. If you like spicy, order this!

SUN Light

Thank you again Kelly & the Amazing Team?
Unfailing Perfect Service