John Henry’s
1785 E Tahquitz Canyon Way, Palm Springs, CA, 92262
John Henry’s Menu
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Diabetics at Johnny Rockets
Johnny Rockets serves burgers which are generally high in sodium and fat. Ensure that you pick the burgers which are light and doesn't contain too much sodium. Try ordering salads if you're concerned about your sugar intake and looking for healthy choices.
Foods to Avoid at Johnny Rockets for Diabetics:
Johnny Rockets is a fine dining place for burgers, but you must be selective if you're a diabetic. Skip all kinds of dressing when you order a burger at Johnny Rockets as it will only spike the sodium content on your meal. Salads are often considered diabetic-friendly but not the ones at Johnny Rockets. Avoid Crispy Chicken Club Salad and Grilled Chicken Club Salad as they are too high in sodium and fat.
Make sure you opt for water instead of the drinks available on the Johnny Rockets menu. Besides Diet Coke and Coffee, most of the drinks served at Johnny Rockets are high in sugar. Skip the shakes at Johnny Rockets to avoid high sugar intake. Breakfast is always preferred heavy for diabetics but most of the breakfast items on the Johnny Rockets menu are high in sodium and must be avoided.
Food Suggestions for Diabetics at Johnny Rockets:
Rocket Single Burger (1 Serving)
Nutritional Facts: 240 calories, 20g (Tans. Fat 0g & Sat. Fat 10g), 350mg sodium, 10g carbs, 0g sugar, 0g fiber, 10g Protein
Bacon Cheddar Burger (1 serving)
Nutritional Facts: 330 calories, 30g (Tans. Fat 0g & Sat. Fat 10g), 650mg sodium, 10g carbs, 0g sugar, 0g fiber, 10g Protein
Route 66 Burger (1 serving)
Nutritional Facts: 330 calories, 30g (Tans. Fat 0g & Sat. Fat 10g), 280mg sodium, 10g carbs, 0g sugar, 0g fiber, 10g Protein
Route 66 Double Burger (1 serving)
Nutritional Facts: 410 calories, 40g (Tans. Fat 0g & Sat. Fat 10g), 320mg sodium, 10g carbs, 0g sugar, 0g fiber, 10g Protein
The Original Burger (1 serving)
Nutritional Facts: 240 calories, 20g (Tans. Fat 0g & Sat. Fat0g), 590mg sodium, 10g carbs, 0g sugar, 0g fiber, 0g Protein
Hot Tea (8 fluid ounces)
Nutritional Facts: 0 calories, 0g (Tans. Fat 0g & Sat. Fat0g), 10mg sodium, 0g carbs, 0g sugar, 0g fiber, 0g Protein
Sweet Potato Fries, Side (1 serving)
Nutritional Facts: 220 calories, 10g (Tans. Fat 0g & Sat. Fat0g), 370mg sodium, 30g carbs, 10g sugar, 0g fiber, 10g Protein
Side of Fries (1 serving)
Nutritional Facts: 190 calories, 10g (Tans. Fat 0g & Sat. Fat 0g), 460mg sodium, 30g carbs, 0g sugar, 0g fiber, 0g Protein
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High Blood Pressure at Johnny Rockets
Fast-food restaurants are your last resort if you are suffering from high BP. Most fast food restaurants including Johnny Rockets offer foods rich in sodium. High sodium intake can be even lethal for people concerned with high blood pressure. However, you can always try the salads or choose food without any extra dressing or side dishes to limit your sodium intake.
Foods to Avoid at Johnny Rockets for High Blood Pressure
It is extremely important to avoid any kind of burgers with extra dressing at Johnny Rockets. You must also skip any kind of breakfast items except Pancakes at Johnny Rockets. Also, avoid Breakfast Belt Sandwich and Rocket Breakfast Burger at Johnny Rockets as both these items are too high in sodium. Also, avoid Crispy Chicken Salad and Grilled Chicken Club Salad as well as any kind of dressing on other low-sodium salads available at Johnny Rockets. Skip shakes containing Oreo on the Johnny Rockets menu as Oreo shakes served at Johnny Rockets are high in sodium.
Food Suggestions for High Blood Pressure at Johnny Rockets
Strawberry Chocolate Swirl Milkshake (1 shake)
Nutritional Facts: 810 calories, 40g (Tans. Fat 0g & Sat. Fat 30g), 300mg sodium, 90g carbs, 90g sugar, 0g fiber, 10g Protein
Rocket Single Burger (1 serving)
Nutritional Facts: 240 calories, 20g (Tans. Fat 0g & Sat. Fat10g), 350mg sodium, 10g carbs, 0g sugar, 0g fiber, 10g Protein
Route 66 Burger (1 serving)
Nutritional Facts: 240 calories, 20g (Tans. Fat 0g & Sat. Fat10g), 350mg sodium, 10g carbs, 0g sugar, 0g fiber, 10g Protein
Garden Salad (1 serving)
Nutritional Facts: 150 calories, 10g (Tans. Fat 0g & Sat. Fat10g), 260mg sodium, 10g carbs, 0g sugar, 0g fiber, 10g Protein
Side Salad (1 serving)
Nutritional Facts: 70 calories, 0g (Tans. Fat 0g & Sat. Fat0g), 110mg sodium, 0g carbs, 0g sugar, 0g fiber, 0g Protein
Apple Juice (10 fluid ounces)
Nutritional Facts: 140 calories, 0g (Tans. Fat 0g & Sat. Fat0g), 30mg sodium, 30g carbs, 30g sugar, 0g fiber, 0g Protein
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High Cholesterol at Johnny Rockets
Burgers fall into the fast-food category and most fast-food items are high in cholesterol. If you're suffering from high cholesterol, then it is advised that you skip any meal with excessive fat and sugar.
Foods to Avoid at Johnny Rockets for High Cholesterol
You must skip all types of dressing on your burger. Also, avoid burgers like Smoke House Burger at all costs from Johnny Rockets menu. Skip all the drinks except coffee, iced tea, and diet coke as they are completely unhealthy for people with high cholesterol. Breakfast items on Johnny Rockets are very high in cholesterol and it is strictly recommended to avoid all the breakfast items on their menu including the sandwiches.
Food Suggestions to Maintain Cholesterol Level at Johnny Rockets
Kids Cappuccino Crunch Milkshake (1 shake)
Nutritional Facts: 740 calories, 30g (Tans. Fat 0g & Sat. Fat 20g), 310mg sodium, 100g carbs, 80g sugar, 0g fiber, 10g Protein
Garden Black Bean Burger (1 serving)
Nutritional Facts: 330 calories, 30g (Tans. Fat 0g & Sat. Fat10g), 650mg sodium, 10g carbs, 0g sugar, 0g fiber, 10g Protein
The Spicy Houston Burger (1 serving)
Nutritional Facts: 190 calories, 20g (Tans. Fat 0g & Sat. Fat10g), 700mg sodium, 0g carbs, 0g sugar, 0g fiber, 10g Protein
Kids Banana Shake (1 shake)
Nutritional Facts: 560 calories, 30g (Tans. Fat 0g & Sat. Fat20g), 190mg sodium, 60g carbs, 0g sugar, 0g fiber, 10g Protein
Johnny's Breakfast Sandwich (1 serving)
Nutritional Facts: 180 calories, 20g (Tans. Fat 0g & Sat. Fat10g), 230mg sodium, 0g carbs, 0g sugar, 0g fiber, 10g Protein
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Q & A on Johnny Rockets
Who owns Johnny Rockets?
Johnny Rockets is founded by Ronn Teitelbaum. Today, the restaurant chain is owned by Sun Capital Partners.
Does Johnny Rockets serve breakfast?
Yes, Johnny Rockets has a separate breakfast section, especially for breakfast meal. Johnny Rockets serves breakfast all day and night.
Where is Johnny Rockets located near me?
There are over 320 Johnny Rockets outlets across the United States. You can find a Johnny Rockets restaurant nearby using our Restaurant Listings directory.
What time does Johnny Rockets open and close?
All Johnny Rockets restaurants in the United States opens at 8 AM and stays open till 9 PM. Some Johnny Rockets restaurants stay open till midnight at some locations.
Does Johnny Rockets have gluten-free?
Johnny Rockets offers a wide range of gluten-free items. You can opt for the gluten-free bun to turn your burger into a gluten-free burger. For assurance, you can check out Johnny Rockets gluten-free menu.
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About Johnny Rockets
Johnny Rockets is a restaurant franchise headquartered in the United States. The American restaurant chain features 1950s diner-style restaurant format with individual jukebox stations, red vinyl seats, chrome accents, etc. There are around 320 Johnny Rockets restaurants in the United States.
Ron Teitelbaum from Los Angeles, California founded Johnny Rockets as a recreation of the 1940s vintage themed malt shops of his childhood. The first Johnny Rockets began its operations on June 6, 1986. Johnny Rockets specializes in American burgers and sandwiches as well as offers salads, starters, and shakes to enrich your dining experience at Johnny Rockets.
Healthy Food Options at Johnny Rockets
Johnny Rockets is a fast-food restaurant and finding healthy food at Johnny Rockets can be a bit tricky. While you can always opt for the salads and healthy shakes at Johnny Rockets for healthy options, there are also some healthy burgers and sandwiches which you can bet on. Ensure that the sugar, sodium, and cholesterol is in check when you order food at Johnny Rockets.
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Address :
1785 E Tahquitz Canyon Way
Palm Springs, CA, 92262 - Phone (760) 327-7667
- Website https://www.johnhenryscafe.com
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Opening Hours
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Specialities
- Takes Reservations : Yes
Delivery : No
Take-out : No
Accepts Credit Cards : Yes
Good For : Dinner
Parking : Street, Private Lot
Bike Parking : No
Wheelchair Accessible : Yes
Good for Kids : No
Good for Groups : Yes
Attire : Casual
Ambience : Casual, Intimate
Noise Level : Average
Alcohol : Full Bar
Outdoor Seating : Yes
Wi-Fi : No
Has TV : No
Waiter Service : Yes
Caters : No
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Mark C.
As transplants going back and forth from Chicago, we are always on the lookout for new options to add to our rotation and this place can now be added. Service was fantastic. Our server Christine was attentive and she had a fun and vibrant personality. I had the baked Meatloaf, other diners had NY Strip Special and Osso Buco. All gave the thumbs up at prices that won't have you taking out a mortgage to pay the bill. So yes, John Henry is a keeper. I would also recommend placing reservations well in advance for the dining out option. I didn't care for the indoor atmosphere nearly as much and the patio definitely does have limited seating.
(5)Denise G.
We have been coming here for years. Many times we will drive over and stay the night in Palm Springs just to have dinner here. INCREDIBLE. The best rack of lamb. Great value. Small restaurant with indoor & outdoor seating. Service is great, prices very reasonable for the portion size. Desserts are HUGE...definitely you should split.
(5)Moises D.
Iove my dinner liver bacon onion delis my wife had the mahi mahi w lemon caper butter sauce exellent my sister had the rack of lamb highly recomende service very profecional great time ill be back...
(5)Doug L.
Went there on a Friday night at 7pm with a group of 7 other friends. Reservations were a breeze and we got a large round table outside. It was perfect. The service was ideal with so many people looking to our every need. This place was casual elegance personified. I started with the Caesar salad which was $1 more than one of the regular salads. It was really nice-sized and they gave the option of adding an anchovy (whatever happened to that tradition on Caesar salads?). I ordered a special that wasn't even printed on the menu: Italian sausages with peppers, onions, sliced carrots, and cheesy polenta. It was very good although the polenta was on the bland side. Others in our group had the beef tenderoin (melt in your mouth) and the escargots which I didn't try but the "yum" comments from the other side of the table said it all. Desserts were a major highlight. I had forgotten about the GIANT portions that are served here. The chocolate cake was virtually an entire cake, with a slab of ice cream on top. I split the "Cherry Pi" with my partner and it was plenty big for two people. It was an ideal evening on all counts. The price was an exceptional value given the quality of the meal, ambiance, and the service.
(5)Emily E.
My family has been to John Henry's a number of times, and we've always had great food. One of my favorite dishes is a fish entree with mango butter --- I can't remember what it is exactly, but it's delicious. Sitting outside on the patio is always fantastic. This last time, however, we were very disappointed by the service. One member of our party ordered steak, medium rare; when he cut into it, however there was only a slight tinge of pink in the center--- very clearly well-done. He showed the waiter, who took it to the cook, and returned to tell us that in fact it was medium rare in the light of the kitchen. What? No effort to apologize, no offer to replace the entree or even comp the dessert.
(2)Gina I.
We were lucky enough to be taken to this place by a local Palm Springs resident. Who knew this place even existed?! It's tucked away very nicely in an un-suspecting neighborhood. The duck l'orange was delicious. I've never had anything but peking duck or roasted duck, so this was a different experience. The service & the staff were on par. Some of the .. ahem.. clientele - didn't like our choice of conversation and we could hear them yapping about us. That just made the dining experience more pleasurable for us :)
(4)Chris D.
How did anyone rate this a 4 or 5? Look, I had an ok meal here but honestly it's a 2.5 star place with a limited menu and average quality food that is more like what you would get in a local diner rather than a white napkin restaurant. And it has terrible art on the walls. On the plus side it is a nice setting with inside and outside courtyard dining options, white linen tablecloths and napkins, bread provided promptly for free and great (almost overly attentive) service. But the food is not restaurant quality. I had the rack of lamb which came with mashed potatoes, carrots and mint jelly. The carrots were from a can in sure as they were soggy and sweet. The mash was also instant I think as it was overly creamy with no real taste. The lamb was cooked nicely but the herb crust lacked flavour. The mint jelly as from a bottle. Go here for a hearty meal but don't expect quality food.
(2)Buddhas Palm T.
A GREAT PLACE - it is the lil secret of Palm Springs. Very attentive staff on top of their game. If your a frequent customer, the staff tends to remember you. I am a monthly out of town visitor and hit JH when I am in town- going strong now for the past 8 years. From the CHOP CHOP SALAD, Crispy duck, Pork tenderloin to the desserts of EPIC PORTIONS, this "hole in the wall" 4/4 star dining at reasonable prices is a must to experience the well rounded menu concocted quite well by the Chef and delivered table side by the staff. Being a frequent flyer and experiencing the subtle menu changes over the timeframe, JH's is my place to go to for a Certain dish they no longer make, but happily accomodates me. I salute the staff of John Henrys ... KUDOS !!! (insert golf clap here) SIncerely, PORKCHOP fred
(5)Leonard R. B.
Critic in cuisine, service & atmosphere Sur Christopher Sweet Yelping since 2010 Nearby: Behind fresh and easy. Wait Time: Reservations are required. Overall Staff: Mediocre staff but, friendly. Cleanliness: Average. Atmosphere: Its a very small place and seating is extremely limited. Temperature: 77° inside. Food Quality: The food here is tasteful and presented nicely. Hotel Quality: N/A Amenities: N/A Price Range: Between $12-$35 per person without gratuity. My Purchase Included: A salad, steak, baked potato and vegetables. My Experience: The service could have been a lot better but, I left with a satisfied pallet. Public Transportation: Yes. Recommendations: I may visit this restaurant again but, I surely will order something different and may give this review a new rating. My reviews are structured and rated in several areas. My experiences will provide consumers satisfactory or acceptable in quality or quantity information. I hope this particular review has helped you carefully decide whether or not to give this venue your business. My review of this establishment may be revisited and rated differently from the original rating however, my first initial expressed concerns will remain until proven untrue. Thank you for visiting.
(2)Desiree N.
Dinner was absolutely wonderful! We sat outside under a tree wrapped with white lights. The ambiance was perfect, lots of laughter, intimacy and everyone was relaxed. You can choose to sit inside or outside. Inside is a much more intimate setting but there are outdoor heaters if outdoor seating is your choice. I recommend making a reservation as early in advance as possible as John Henry's is a gem! Dinner was rack of lamb, duck with an orange glaze and the pork. All plates were not only visually stunning but tasted incredible. The lamb was tender, the duck skin was crispy and the pork was delicious. The wait staff was friendly and efficient and the owner even brought our dessert and chatted for a while. A wonderful meal; I will definitely return! Note: The entrance is behind a black metal door that faces the street and it looks like a back gate leading into someone's back yard. There is no sign on the door.
(5)Mariecar M.
Such a cute spot! It took me a while to figure out how to get inside, but when I did I had a blast. Tables are close together because it can get packed during dinner, but I could tell why: the lamb is delish! It's a local favorite that is a must!
(4)Alvaro M.
If you liked the food in your High School's cafeteria, you'll LOVE John Henry's. All the smiling waitresses in the world can not make up for the bland and mediocre food. You can feel free to leave your teeth or dentures at home.
(2)Mike S.
Was really looking fwd to John henrys and came highly recommended by a friend or two, but was pleased and disappointed on a couple of levels. I had the Veal kiver and onions and my partner had the salmon. He liked his salmon and it game with a wonderful grape reduction glaze A Plus! There were two sides that came standard with apparently all plates in the house i.e. green beans--ok and a pretty perfectly cooked yam--I think that sums up the restaurant that caters to a largely older crowd. nothing too inventive, safe a little on the bland. For example, the gorganzola, walnut and zpple salad as a starter was served with iceberg! I guess I thought iceberg went out with TV dinners 40 yrs ago. this salad would have een much better with mixed baby greens and lets take a minute to roast the walnuts--not just dump them in out of a bag. My liver and onions was ok, nothing to write home about. The applewood smoked bacon and onions were indeed cooked to perfection however. Server was a little syrupy, but attentive. Bussers were very good, on the ball and more sophisticated than usual. Owners were gone that night. Malbec for $7.50 was great as was the mezzacorona pinot BF had for 6.75. Pretty setting inside and out. Broccoli cheese soup a disappointment no flowerettes in it--could have rivaled a can from trader joes. We had an early 530 reservation before a film screening so place was near empty BUT filled up in 30 minutes! Again, it was mostly an older crowd with a an avg age in mid 60's. They were having a good time and it does have a good rep, but for me--I just like a little surprise and some inventive ideas on a menu. I also feel, in general, that a demographic as such is comfortable with the fare of years gone by and that's cool, but there are more and more restaurants in california that are raising the bar and "trying" for inventiveness or at least a "twist" on the old traditional comfort foods. So I probably won't be back unless my grandparents are resurrected.
(3)Darcy D.
Nice, quirky Palm Springs restaurant. You can only find it if you know it is there, the sign is only 4 ft off the ground and not easily seen. The entry is hidden and looks like a backdoor which faces the back of a parking lot and strip mall. This place is packed every night of the week. Reservations only and reservations gets you a table though not always on time. Tables are packed tight, chairs are in the aisles and it is loud. They are serving French-inspired American dishes. Some work great, our osso buco was excellent; some don't work so great, the salad dressing was great but the salad was way over dressed. To my mind it is hit or miss but, the hits are out of this world. The locals LOVE this place, so I may not be the target market but, we had a great time here.
(3)Chele B.
This little restaurant came highly recommended to us. We were excited to try it. Our friend neglected to mention one needs reservations. The sign advertising the name of this restaurant is small and understated. The parking lot wraps around the building using a narrow one way drive. I mention this in case someone is going the wrong way creating a possible collision. Not complaining, just a heads up. Finding the "front door" is a bit confusing. There are screened security doors/gates that only display a sign about security. One of the screened doors (a white one) leads into the kitchen. The two black ones lead into the patio when diners are seated. We finally figured out these were the way in, winding thru the diners in the patio to find a waiter to seat us. The outdoor patio area was very charming. I think a small "Welcome" sign on the black gates would help guide first time diners. We were not turned away because we had no reservations (our fault), and were given a choice of inside seats. It had been very hot that day (104°) and the inside air conditioning was pushed to the max. Fortunately, since we came early, we were able to be seated immediately. The table was extremely small, a bistro table, and during the course of the meal we had to keep moving the flower vase, sugar, and water glasses to accommodate the plates. We sat right next to the window and there were a lot of flies (mostly dead) on the sill. The walls have large colorful paintings that look as though they were all done by the same person. After we arrived, the restaurant filled quickly. Diners who were sitting next to us (apparently repeat customers) and who had placed their orders well after we placed ours, had already finished their salads and had started on their entrees before we were served our appetizer. We had asked for lemon with our water and had to ask twice more, and finally the busboy who refilled our water glasses brought us some slices immediately. We don't drink alcohol. We only have water with our meals (it's a health thing, not a money thing). The bread was a sliced and toasted baguette that was very hard (the kind that tears up the roof of one's mouth and gums). We ordered the Escargo which was served in an extremely hot plate (the traditional Browne stoneware Escargot plate). There was so little room at the table I burned the side of my hand (twice) when it accidentally brushed the handle on the plate. The Escargo was good though, and we sopped up the juices with our bread which made it more edible (not so hard). Escargo doesn't really have a strong taste so it is really all about the preparation. He had the Liver & Onions, and I had the Ossobuco (we shared our plates with each other). His was very good. He ordered rare and got rare (how we like it). The meat of my Ossobuco was mild (almost bland), though perfectly cooked. The Polenta that came with it was unremarkable and bland (a flavorful Risotto would have been better), and the sliced Carrots were too sweet, almost cloying. We were quite full, and had no desire for dessert. Our waiter offered us the dessert menu and we declined. We waited for our check. After some time, no check, instead another (woman) came by and offered us the dessert menu again. We looked it over, but nothing was truly appealing, even to share, and so we set it aside. Yet ANOTHER waiter came by and asked us what we had decided on, and we said 'just the check'. He took the dessert menu away and we overheard the woman say to him "They didn't order dessert?" Our original waiter was outside tending to another table. If any of you have worked in car sales, then you know what a "turnover house" is. It certainly felt that way with 3 people pushing the deserts! That was very off-putting. As it stood, our bill was already a buck shy of $50. Rather pricy to us in comparison to a couple other restaurants we love and frequent, who have similar menus and are at least $3-$5 less per entree and service isn't so... pretentious? It just wasn't what we had hoped it would be, or what the appearance hints at what it could be.
(3)Wayne R.
DONT GO IF YOU DONT WANT TO BE TREATED SECOND CLASS. Until Wed night this was one of my favorites in palm springs. Had a reservation confirmed for 7 pm. Got there on time. Was told we would have to wait and said they did not know how long. 3 parties ahead of us (walk ins im sure). The waitress was not very nice and said something about domino effect. They had taken walk-ins rather than honoring out reservation.
(1)Gayle K.
Cafeteria food at best! The worst Rack of Lamb ever...all you could taste was bread crumbs. It was my husbands 60th Birthday and we had never been there but heard great things, I mentioned to them when I made the reservation it was his 60th.. they did nothing but say Happy Birthday when they dropped off the bill. The worst experience of any restaurant in the Coachella Valley. Never to return.
(1)Matt P.
Very unique, in the best kind of way. The food is up scale-ish comfort food. Definitely a must try in Palm Springs even for the most judgmental palates. You must try it! Staff is very comfortable and nice! Please try outside patio if weather is decent like it is 364 days a year. Meatloaf was so yummy!!!!
(5)David B.
Still a fan of this restaurant. Reservations can be a challenge in high season, but be flexible, and you'll get to enjoy this traditional American restaurant. It is kind of "Old School" in menu options (Liver and Onions, Rack of Lamb, Osso Bucco, Meatloaf, Veal Scallopini, etc.). Wonderful homemade desserts are meant to be shared. One serves up to 4 very well. For the first time, I was disappointed in my rack of lamb. Way overcooked, but still very tasty. Sides were excellent. Patio dining is recommended as interior space is very limited.
(4)Brian S.
Highly recommended to us but I don;t think they have been there for a while. Don't get me wrong, we enjoyed the food and the service was good but guess I just had higher expectations. I found the patio incredibly noisy and crowded-full of seniors including us so it was unusual to see this demographic in a noisy crowded atmosphere. One poor guy was seated so that everyone who passed him kept bumping his chair and he started getting pissed and making comments like Ratzo in Midnight Cowboy when he kept saying "Hey, I'm sitting here" when people bumped him. Pretty funny but not cool of the restaurant to sit someone there. I dunno why I'm not more enthusiastic there was nothing really negative other than the noise which was unusual but acceptable. I guess I understand now what "meh" means.
(3)Rod S.
Food - Meh. Service and facility - Excellent. I'm in a quandary. I want it to be that hidden gem, but it just isn't for me. We had a good time, but the food just has too many compromises. I can appreciate trying to do a little more budget pricing on the dishes while still providing a fine dining plating and experience. However, it's just gone a little too far here and it doesn't work for me.
(3)Kimberly D.
I am surprised at the bad reviews. We came here for an anniversary dinner. The patio is charming. We had an appetizer of escargot. Nice and garlicky. My hubby had a NY and I had the crispy Duck. Both delicious and generous portions. Because it was our anniversary we had the apple pie for dessert. Huge and amazing. We have leftovers for lunch tomorrow. As far as the senior crowd, people you are in Palm Springs and this place is chill. I kind of like being the youngest people in the room!! Can't wait to come back!!
(5)John F.
Huge drinks; be very careful. I've learned to order standard fare here; never seafood. This year I had their meatloaf with tomato sauce. Sauce was kinda orange, but not bad. Meat loaf was good. One needs to be very aggressive to park his car here.
(3)Joseph S.
Very enjoyable dinner. Servers were fast and attentive. Tasty portobello mushroom appetizer. Salad with goat cheese. I'm vegetarian, the kitchen made up a big plate of side veggies for me. Green beans and carrots. My friend had some chicken (more than she could finish). Huge dessert apple pie a la mode, large enough for two people. Food was fresh and well prepared. Ate inside, wish we had used the patio.
(4)Clement H.
Came here on memorial week end and had diner with friends. Service was ok and it was really hot in the patio. Beside the facts the waiter was sweating I was worry about the sweat going into our food. The food somewhat was ok not at the right temperature, but could do better. Overall it's an ok place not worth the price.
(3)Edward C.
John Henrys is always good. The food is very good don't go there wanting to get in and out its not happening. Rack of lamb is excellent, filet is also great. Escargot very good, Apple pie dessert is enough for the whole party.
(4)Maria L.
The only reason I did not give 1 star was the waitress we had tonight was very nice and did a wonderful job. I made reservations weeks ago and was looking forward to dinner as I had a good experience in the past. The food was good. However, I could not believe the behavior of the bus boys who constantly hounded our table, interrupting conversation to the point that we could not even have a conversation. To say it was annoying is an understatement. Their obvious goal was to 'move us out the door'. They could not wait to grab plates or just stand close by and STARE to make us uncomfortable. When my friend and I politely ignored them and attempted to have dinner conversation, they then went to the manager/owner who then came over and said: "Is there ANYTHING else we can get you?" done in a very condenscending, irritated tone and with a stare. We had drinks, appetizers,dinner and dessert. We then left a good tip and were treated like trash. I will never come back. There's plenty of other restaurants in Palm Springs.
(2)Michael R.
If you like good food at a reasonable price, come here! Our new best find. The food is excellent! It's very hard to find a place that prepares duck right. The duck is perfect. Highly recommend the escargot, the baked mozzarella and the liver (yes, the liver is superb). Outside seating is intimate. The staff is very professional and attentive.
(5)Sue M.
We had not been to John Henry's for a few years and had heard that it had declined recently. We are pleased to say that is not the case. It was a beautiful evening on the patio. Our server, Sheryl, was EXCEPTIONAL!!! Our cocktail order was taken and delivered quickly as was every course. We enjoyed pork chops, lamb, osso bucco and crab cakes. Good thing we only got two desserts. OMG...I think they served more than a pint of ice cream with the cherry pie. Very generous. We will be back.
(5)Deb C.
Been here before. Was good. Last year was turned away because no reservations. We were seated promptly. If you want to feel like you are eating with the seniors, this is the place. Salads came out. Horrible!!! Asked if we wanted onions on salad. Well normally red onions are what they put. Salads came with this pile of white onions. Gross!! Nothing on salad but two tomato slices. Yuk! Not appetizing at all. My husband sent his back. Entree just so so. Will not return. Staff is cocky.
(1)Anastasia B.
A perfect evening.. John Henry's was a recommendation from some locals, and after dining here we understand why they raved! The patio was so inviting and charming..loved it! Must make reservation it was packed! Our foursome was seated immediately, and our amazing, funny, and very attentive service from Cristina was spot on..we were still talking about how good she was on the ride home ( who does that)?? The menu definitely had something for everyone. .too hard to choose..I loved the duck, crispy moist and delicious. We all enjoyed our yummy choices..get the coconut cake!! Wow! We are here from Seattle and will for sure visit again before we depart the beautiful desert..thumbs up! Well done.
(4)Kevin N.
This nearly hidden gem is a favorite of locals with classic continental fare. Make a reservation to enjoy dining al fresco on the patio. You'd never know it was there; and while it's not private, it does feel like it. The cocktails are heavily poured and the clientele skews retirement plus. The rack of lamb is amazing and the dessert portions feed three to four people. I've been back twice when visiting Palm Springs because it's old school in every sense of the word, and it is an amazing value.
(4)Michael C.
I have lived here in the Desert for 53 years, John Henrys for 22 or 25 years and I am ashamed that I have not experienced this wonderful place until now. The food deserves 5 stars for sure, the ambiance was simple and cozy, like going to your best friends house and being treated as a treasured guest. GO! have dinner, make some friends, and build another great memory for later.
(4)James M.
WHAT? Write a review??? I thought I had long ago..... ANYONE who gave less than FOUR stars needs a prefrontal lobotamy! Sorry friends, you just do not get it! FIVE of us all had FOUR-star plus meals...the sheer volume of patrons tends to weigh heavily on the already taxed staff (yes, i KNOW restaurants!). From Rack of Lamb, Prociutto wrapped Shrimp, Pork Loin', Scneitzel and Spaetlese, we could NOT have asked for better food! The prices are unbelievable and the flood of patrons attests to the quality of the food and the reasonable fair! GO BACK or just get over it!
(4)Leslie E.
One of the best meals we had while staying in PS. I only have minor quibbles with a couple of things. The escargot and mushrooms is sorely lacking in mushroom. The green beans were the low point--severely undercooked and seriously under-seasoned. Okay...not seasoned whatsoever. In stark contrast to the green beans, the crab cakes were excellent. The crab meat was in abundance, and had he right ratio of crab to bread (and other things). It was cooked just right...nice crusty outside, and tender inside. Not a hint of greasiness which can ruin it all. Just perfect. My table mate's fillet of sole was sheer perfection. Buttery soft, flavorful and tender. I was envious. Next time I'm there, that will be my dish of choice. Service was good, and was well paced. I would highly recommend this.
(4)Brian F.
This was my wife's turn to pick a restaurant in Palm Springs/ Palm Desert area and she sure picked a winner! What a diamond in the rough off the beaten path (ok combining cliches) and a thoroughly enjoyable evening for our party of 6. Everyone enjoyed their entrees with only 2 duplicates ordered. Highlights included the beet salad, chop chop salad, Rack of lamb, macadamia crusted sole and roasted chicken with apricot sauce. These were all delicious and most dishes came with excellent mashed potatoes and sliced glazed carrots. Desserts were also worth trying. We didn't have the apple pie ala mode, but the ice creams and rice pudding were great! Eating on the nicely laid out patio area with heaters ( not really needed on this unseasonably warm night) with efficient professional service made the atmosphere special. Any special requests were accommodated. The clientele was diverse and not all "seniors" on the night we were there. Also, the prices were quite reasonable. One of the best and least expensive dinners we've had during our vacation in the desert! A definite must try!
(5)Marla H.
Rack of lamb very good, Veal Marsala delicious! Downside, potatoes were instant! When we asked our waiter, we were told they would ask the chef...they never got back to us. Maybe it isn't always that way, for as good as the rest of the food was, it seemed odd. Would try again.
(4)Kim B.
There are, yes, a great number of senior citizens here. However, the food is simple yet well prepared. I'm from LA and it's kind of shocking to find lamb without a crazy sauce and fish that just comes with fresh veggies. It's not innovative, but it's solid. Warning on the desserts, THEY'RE HUGE. Our piece of lemon pie was just like someone's grannie would make, except it was about 1/4 of a cake. Delish. Tl;dr : old people, simple American dishes and gigantic desserts.
(3)Leslie E.
I'm finding the reviews amusing- if you don't like seniors, either don't come to palm springs,-or just set up camp at the saguaro, viceroy, or Parker and don't leave. John Henry's is a kind of retro classic, bucket glasses of vodka or gin , house wine, serving generous portions (which many people split). The menu has something for everyone........-lamb, duck, chicken, steak, pasta, soups, salads, chops, appetizers, dessert I am in love with the crusty baked brie and apple appetizer drizzled with honey and pecans. My husband adores the rack of lamb with mint jelly. The apple pie ala mode easily serves 4. People come back time and time again because this establishment just feels good. Do sit on the patio, do come with another couple and try each others dishes.
(4)Leslie W.
Jeff had wanted to take me to John Henry's a few months ago. I had a change of plans and had to bring my niece with me to Palm Springs. We ended up eating elsewhere. I finally got to try JH the other day. I will be back. Driving up, I never would have known that this was a restaurant. The gated entrance looks like a door to an office courtyard. Walking into that "courtyard" there are about 8 tables. Some of the trees are wrapped in clear lights. A small fountain babbles in the corner. Tables all have linens. The chairs are black backed wood with a zebra print seat. There are regular entrees and there are special entrees. Each entree is served with salad or soup. The side dishes are mashed potatoes and carrots, though asparagus can be substituted for the carrots. There are a list of appetizers on the menu. Jeff recommended that we split a roasted eggplant, tomato and olive "salad." The roasted eggplant was super thin. I don't know what magical elf had a knife so thin that was able to cut the slices thin enough to almost see through yet remain whole. The tomatoes and olives had an olive oil, garlic bath and were dotted with some fresh basil. This was a light tasting appetizer and served warm. Jeff dipped his bread into the remaining juices. Jeff ordered a salad with his rack of lamb. The salad was quite large. I appreciated that they asked if he wanted onions on his salad. He though the rack of lamb wasn't as good as he's had in the past, but he still ate everything on his plate. It was served with a mint jelly that he didn't really eat, but it was a pretty green on the plate. I got the chicken and wild rice soup. It had a delicious flavor. The chicken had been shredded. There were some peas in the soup, too. I ordered the roast pork loin. (I have to admit the only reason I chose this was because sauerkraut was served with it.) The pork was perfectly cooked and had a good flavor, without being too salty. There was quite a bit of it, too! The carrots were a little overcooked. The mashed potatoes were light and tasted like there may have been some broth in the mix. The pork was served with two compliments, the sauerkraut and a chutney. The chutney actually made the dish more "American" to me. It was like a warm apple pie, in flavor. The first thing I ate was the sauerkraut. (I don't know why I like it so much!) I ate the whole plate and was stuffed. A small basket of bread and butter was brought to the table. I was surprised to see the butter in a dish that I normally see restaurants use for sugar packets. It just struck me as odd. We declined desert, though the lemon cake I saw looked excellent. Our waiter was phenomenal. He was patient and helpful. He made some good suggestions. Present but not intrusive. There were two helpers/busboys who were also helpful. Inside, there was some bizarre artwork. The bathroom was dated, but extremely clean. For the money we spent, I think it was a good value. The next time I'm in town, I'll see if I can get a reservation. I did hear the waiter mention something about being closed on Sundays.
(4)Robert B.
We used to really like this "hidden" restaurant but kept running into a problem with at least one dish ordered at every occasion. The most memorable for me was sand dabs. I love sand dabs and though it wasn't mentioned at all on the menu they were prepared with an egg batter and skin on. Strange preparation to say the least and eggy sand dabs are just wrong. I scraped it all off so I could salvage those filets. It has been questionable choices like this that stopped us from returning.
(3)Kristopher V.
This place would not survive in L.A. but in Palm Springs it thrives. Why? It gives it cliental (those 60 and over) exactly what they think they want: It feels exclusive with the hard to get reservations and by being in an unmarked building behind Fresh N Easy, the portion sizes are beyond huge and at very reasonable prices, and it serves many dishes that were probably their favorite meals during the Kennedy Administration. The outdoor patio where we sat at was beautiful and except for the bizarre "artwork" I thought the place had a very nice ambiance. My group seemed to be thrilled that the Pomegranate Martinis were $4.25, but the feedback I got was that they were not very good. I stuck with a glass of Pinot Grigio. The waiter we had was a very nice guy, but it was kind of funny that he could not recite any details of the menu without referring back to his notes considering the fact he has been working there for years. When our food finally came I was a bit horrified by what I saw. Someone was served canned corn as a side instead of steamed carrots, but even worse the special dish of the night was some kind of soupy mess of scallops and cooked green grapes. It was one of the least appetizing things I had ever seen. I ordered: Macadamia Nut Crusted Sole (3/5) - The main course was a huge piece of store bought quality fish topped with toasted bits of macadamia nuts. It came with some grilled asparagus and half of the sweet potato, both were decent. On the side was what the menu called "mango butter" but it looked and tasted more like slightly sweetened mayonaises. Overall it felt like something I would make myself at home for dinner, but not something I would ever want to serve to guests. Bottom line: The portions are huge and the patio is nice, but the food is mediocre at best.
(2)RomeFree P.
Everyone we talked to said that this place was great... what a disappointment. I will be very clean and brief. its in an old house that has been gutted and filled with random tables. It is not cozy or romantic in any way. It is fully lit as if it were the middle of the afternoon and loud. This is because it is filled with 90 year old people who can't see and can't hear. I understand that this is not the restaurant's fault but at 9pm it was like a bingo hall at an old folk's home. Loud, bright, chaotic- not what people had described at all. OK but the food... WOW bad. The Mozzarella and Polenta- flavorless. Both salads were more like soup with the amount of dressing poured over them, The Broccoli-Cheddar soup was ok but just OK. Veal Scaloppini Piccata had so much lemon in the sauce it instantly killed my mouth and I couldn't eat it, which is a shame because the veal was cooked perfectly, but the sauce ruined the plate. The Beef Tenderloin was prepared well but had a pile of carrots that would have made Gerber Baby Food more appealing. They were super sweet and cooked to a mushy pile of orange matter. Not delicious at all. Do not go expecting good wine. The servers are NOT sommeliers. If you want a drink, stick to the basics. Vodka, Gin or beer. Here's the skinny... there is no love put into anything they do. Hurry in, hurry out, overpay for mediocre food... we will not be back.
(1)Judith Mary K.
This is one amazing and divine place to eat. From the beautiful setting and relaxed atmosphere in the court yard to the service and delicious food it deserves five million stars not just five. Everything was perfect!
(5)California D.
Dont Go. The food and it's presentation was on par with a cafeteria. From the cheap catering plates to the poorly done food just tossed onto the plate. I had the Corn Chowder, which was bland bland bland and the OSSO BUCO, Polenta - the meat was so overcooked it was tough and somehow watery at the same time. It was also totally devoid of flavor. It looked like a cow plop on the plate. The polenta went solid and hard in a matter of moments. The bread in the basket was stale. I was taking friends to dinner as a thank you and was completely embarrassed. Also difficult to order dessert when there are paintings throughout the restaurant of obese women on the walls. Owners need to watch Restaurant Impossible and see how some simple easy changes can make a world of difference.
(1)Charles W.
Always great food. Had dinner with friends and as always it was amazing.
(4)Loren W.
Let me just preface this with, I rarely write a review... either it's knock your socks off good or i should have cooked myself bad... unfortunately this is the latter... The ambiance was bleh, and it was full of seniors... Didn't even occur to me at the time, that these would become clues/warning signs. I thought hard to get a table on a Saturday night this place must be good... or at least thats what I have become accustomed to. Dead wrong... We start off with a bread plate, and what appeared to me to be apple butter that I thought was odd enough... NO it was DUCK LIVER PATE. Don't you think you should warn people you are serving that? On top of thats it tasted like dirt whipped up what came out the back end of that duck. Second, I thought to myself... lets order and artichoke, hard to mess up right? Wrong on so many levels. Crusted with romano cheese and served with mayo. It was so oily from the cheese it might as well have been deep fried. The mayo was so warm from the plate or being left out it was beginning to separate. But at least the heart was edible after some salting. Next the salad... Or should I say vinaigrette soup with lettuce sprinkled on top? Need I go one about this one? Like how do you ruin a salad? So now I am literally anxious to see what crap they are going to bring out to me for the main course. On the menu it read, "Beef Tenderloin w/Burgundy Sauce, Mashed Pots, and Chefs Veggs" What I got was an under seasoned piece meat with gristle, that did not come from the "tender" part of the cow (it was top round at best.) The mashed potatoes and Carrots could have easily been scooped out of a Gerber jar and reheated. Not only was the food awful, but the service was subpar as well. How do you forget a red wine? but remember a mineral water? This confused me. The service was slow, and I'm not going to take a jab at the "senior-d" staff, you can go there on your own. But for those of you still brave enough to try the food at John Henry's... Del taco is on the adjacent corner of Tahquitz and Sunrise just in case.
(1)Chuy G.
Definitely seemed like a blast to the past. Pretty good service. I loved the macadamia crusted sole. Really good value. Outdoor seating on patio very nice with lights. I would recommend this place and return again.
(4)B C.
Reservation lost! They didn't have to common sense to even put my name on the list when they discovered that my reservation was lost. When I arrived the restaurant was extremely busy. People outside said they had been waiting 45 minutes. I went inside to let them know my party was here for a 7:00 reservation. It was total ciaos. I asked who I should check in with for my reservation and the guy said - me - give me a minute. He finished what he was doing and checked the reservation list and sure enough - I wasn't on it. Another give me a minute - so I tried to get out of the way of the people in line who also didn't have a reservation and just walked in but were being seated before the people who had waited outside for 45 minutes. I got the picture that the seating was really out of control so I watched for 15 minutes to see if the guy would even say anything to me or offer a table. Guess what - he didn't so we left. We go here a few times a year and have never had any thing like this happen before. What's happened to the place?
(1)Carolyn M.
Finally made it to John Henry's last night after hearing positive comments about it for years. So sorry now that we waited so long to discover this fabulous restaurant . The food was possibly the best I've ever eaten,
(5)Estate Sales L.
This has to be Palm Springs best kept secret. When we come from Los Angeles we make sure that we eat here. Best lamb chops and white fish in town. Pie and ice cream desert is a must for every table.
(4)Erin V.
Best kept secret! Tried the filet! Yum!
(5)trish m.
This restaurant is like going back to the 50 -60s. We went there on a Monday night and it was crazy busy. Off top the servings are HUGE. The drinks were also HUGE. I would recommend it just to take in a piece of nostalgia: remember when you would go out to the fanciest restaurant in town? This would be it. Salads with tons of dressings like Thousand Island and Ranch. Entrees doused in sauce and veggies cooked to death. I hate to say it but my potatoes were instant mashed ! That being said it is an experience -- like going back in time to the comfort food days when all was right with the world. If you are a foodie, do not go here. You will be sorely disappointed. But it was like a place Frank could have walked into... Fun to just watch the clientele and soak up the HUGE cocktails. Life was good in the ol' days.
(2)Robert A.
Palm Springs Hidden Gem!! A must visit restaurant in P.S!! Please ignore all those 1,2, or 3 stars reviews... John Henrys is a Fun,Great,and hidden Gem restaurant you must visit when you're in Palm Springs. Kudos to John and Angelo for making this place Awesome to dine in. And Kudos to the Kitchen staff and the front of the house staff( the Waiters and Bussers/expo guys). Please hurry they're closing up shop for the season!!
(5)Ronald C.
Staff with MUCH attitude and a clientele from the Nursing Home.
(1)Terri W.
I love it here. Last time we went (just before Easter), I had osso bucco, then finished with coconut cake. Everything was delicious and the patio was beautiful. I can't wait to return. One thought: I thought profiteroles always had ice cream in them. Here they are filled with something else (not sure what, as I had the coconut cake and I was glad I did). I've never had profiteroles in the US, only in France & Belguim, but they always were filled with ice cream.
(5)H W.
We were lucky enough to catch John Henry's last day before closing for the summer. Our friends, more use to the Palm Springs heat- insisted we sit outside... after a day in 101degrees, my pleas to be seated comfortably inside went ignored. I found it ironic that they had heaters outside, but no misters. However maybe this is fits with being closed for the summer, that and the excess flies in that kind of heat. Also found it funny that the friend who single-handedly controlled our seating, complained about the flies.. but Im guessing there were no flies INSIDE! :) jis' sayin'.... Servers were every attentive, and 3 of our 4 meals were fabulous.. We all felt the osso buco, though popular, and tender was as tasteless as it comes.. paired with polenta that was also bland and sloppy soupy. Very disappointing. Macadamia crusted sole w/ mango butter... awesome. Also the rack of lamb and the duck were superb. Overall a nice dining in experience with friends and final meal before short sabbatical for John Henrys ... farewell until the more bearable days of fall.
(4)Henry G.
John Henry's just opened on Tuesday had dinner this evening what happened new chief? or just lost it's culinary taste values. Do not order the pork lion very dry and cold under seasoned. My recommendation do not take your guest there Denny's has a better entre. Your Palm Springs foodie guy for the new season. Bon appetite.
(2)Bruce L.
It's a place you either get or you don't. If you do it's an automatic 4 or 5 stars. If you don't, you are moot to the discussion and your 1 or 2 stars and failed repartee about dishes from "The Kennedy Administration" are not relevant. I'll repeat what so many have said better. The grilled eggplant appetizer if it's on the menu, the rack of lamb, pie a la mode and a bottle of wine, with off-the-charts people watching. And enough dough left in your wallet that you can afford a cab ride home if you over imbibe. Taking my 80 year old dad there tonight and I don't even have to look at the menu. And for you 20 and 30-something poseurs, keep driving. I'm sure there is some Asian fusion hellhole calling your name.
(5)Vonna R.
HORRIBLE!!! Owner/manager knows has arrogant employee, Geraldo/Gerardo, doesn't do anything about it. Wouldn't even sing happy birthday, told the host of our party he had to buy the dessert when we were already a table of 11, so they got their money. Waiter didn't know the menu, came back after about 25 minutes & told our party that there were only 2 soups left & the other 9 needed to pick a salad or an unknown soup they whipped up. Can't even afford a scoop of ice cream??? The waiter proceeded to argue with the host of our group not once but twice. Forgot half of the food, but charged for it. Had to keep asking for what we ordered 45 minutes before. I would NOT return. Had I not been a guest I would have left at the soup problem. Tipped himself, too. Awful & very uncomfortable experience. Didn't care for the menu choices either. Especially if you're NOT a lamb lover.
(1)Brian H.
This is not a place for vegetarians. I went here with my two favorite dining companions and a friend of our we just helped move from one condo to another. He took us here, his favorite restaurant, to have us experience the wonderful place that is a local hidden gem, his words. I must admit that the crowd looks like they have been going here for a number of years and quite a few of the snowbirds had descended on this place since our prime season here in the Coachella Valley has begun. We sat down and ordered a round of wine and I perused the menu. Except for a couple of salads,which I tend not eat as a main course, there were no options for vegetarians. I asked the waitress to see if chef had anything up his sleeve that he could do for me. She first was reluctant since it might make chef angry and the restaurant was full and asked if one of the two salad options might do. She then did go ask chef and came back with his idea of a compromise, a dish of side orders such as the baked sweet potato, the steamed veggie of the day, etc. At this point our friend confessed that his husband (also a vegetarian) was not fond of this place either. My dining companions had wonderful meals at good prices except the one that ordered the turkey dinner has a thing about his food touching and there it was all mashed together on the plate. While he enjoyed the flavor, he would order more plates next time to be able to separate the food. A request I am sure they can handle since it does not mean making any compromise for a vegetarian.
(1)Chuck D.
Excellent food. Not easy to locate but well worth the search
(5)Rick M.
E xcellent. Patio heated. Try it. Wonderful service.
(5)Irv E.
This place is small and well-hidden. It was recommended to me by locals many years ago; I have eaten here many times, and have a reservation for tonight. You MUST have a reser4vation to get in because it's small and always crowded. The food here is well-executed American. Warning: portions are huge--especially the desserts. Plan to share their cakes for 2, or maybe 3. This is the ffavorite spot in PS for me and for many of my friends. Also, very inexpensive. A real bargain!
(5)Don E.
Tacky locals' hangout providing cheap bland fare for pensioners and walls covered with owner-created kitschy '60's crap passing for art. Typical 'Palm Springs', where taste is not a long suit, the joint's way over-rated and, thus, overly mobbed (reservations required), often with geriatrics who feel comfortable hogging tables long after they're cleared. Four visits over 3 years each netted a 15-20 min wait for a 'reserved' table. I was in particular agreement with a Zagat reviewer's take on this place and include it here: "Costco-style vat food for parsimonious old fogies. Huge portions to make people feel better about the low quality. Ick." I've been to many parts of the world many times, encountering countless 'bitches' putting other people down who don't share their opinions. And I found most all the food I ate traveling was far better than anything I've had in this place. I've had overcooked shrimp, bland tasteless lamb, undercooked salmon as well as unsavory vegetables accompanying. There's no accounting for other diners' taste, or lack thereof. As for another reviewer's comparison of the 'art' to Lautrec, this person might do well to visit the Jeu de Paume in Paris' Tuilerie Gardens & the Albi Musée Toulouse-Lautrec during the next excursion to France for a closer look at some of his works, perhaps viewing through adequate spectacles. If you must go, and can find parking, dine al fresco (Mon-Thur), avoiding a view of the grotesque 'art' inside (and the weekend crowds). Closed summers, mercifully, while the owner apparently uses the French countryside for 'artistic inspiration'. I'm amused by 5-star raters who, clearly disturbed by my take on this place, go out of their way to mention me by name! Their provincialities seem to lead them to conclude that those whose opinions with which they disagree somehow have palates inferior to theirs. Such people, apparently convinced their issue with me must be addressed in this forum, minimize themselves at best. If you like a restaurant say why & leave it at that.
(1)gordon h.
I agree with this other reviewer. If you don't know where it at you won't find it. the food is AWESOME. Great staff and friendly. I have eaten there 5x and it is very constant. you must make a reservation weeks in advance to get in. this is a must try when your in palm springs gh dress nicely
(5)Dave W.
Great food and drinks. Huge portions too. The outside area is wonderful at night.
(4)Wanugee N.
This is the best kept secret restaurant in Palm Springs. Why? First, they are only open during the winter months. The owners spend their summers in France. Second, there is no signage. You have to know where this place is to eat here. Even if you are close, you may have trouble finding it without a sign. Third, after you think you have found it, there isn't a lot of parking. There is no lot, no valet, just wherever you can park on the street nearby, and the street is being worked on with construction, so access is limited. Fourth, even though the casual visitors and tourists don't know about this place, a lot of locals do. So getting a reservation in here is challenging. My business associate who brought me here booked it 3 weeks in advance, and his only choices were 5:30 or 9:00 pm. Fifth, this place is reasonably priced. There isn't an entree over $20! That includes Steaks, Osso Buco, Pasta, Salmon, every entree. Sixth, the food is good. No overly stacked designer plate ups, pretentious names and exotic ingredients, just straight forward, classic dishes that everyone can enjoy. Seventh, the service is friendly and welcoming, professional and well timed without getting in the way. Eighth, about 60% of the tables are outside on their patio, which is privately surrounded and can't be looked into from the outside, and their are heaters for the night chill. So a pleasant environment and fresh air to enjoy your food. We had two starters, two entrees, two call brand drinks each, and the total was $88.
(5)Bob L.
Great food, great drinks, great atmosphere. We loved the Escargots! I enjoyed my Osso Buco. My friends loved the duck. We were there last night for about the 50th time.
(5)David B.
I must comment on Don E.'s review. What kind of foodie is he if he rates Panda Express 4 stars? See his other reviews, most of which I disagree with, and his rating of John Henry's gets put into perspective. I've been going to John Henry's since they opened so long ago I can't remember how many years. I'm glad some pleople don't like it, it's hard enough getting reservations. So stay away, makes it easier for those of us who appreciate it.
(5)Mandy E.
A small (really small) treasure in Palm Springs. The dining room is tiny but there's more room in the patio. The food is simple and very good. The portions are enormous, especially the desserts. If you order the apple pie, expect some friendly banter from other guests about sharing.
(4)Vegetarian G.
Fun little place. It's behind the old Jensen's store in Palm Springs. Don't let that scare you. Jensen's is a rape. But, the prices at John Henry's are refreshingly reasonable. Fun and good drinks. Good selection for vegetarians due to the appetisers and salads. Fun and attentive wait staff. Owners come and talk with you. Nice feel.
(4)Sharon B.
We finally got around to coming to John Henry's after having it recommended to us nearly 18 months ago. (It's easy to forget it exists because, as other reviewers have said, it's off the main drag and has only a very small sign.) I wasn't sure I'd get a table because it seemed like you had to make a reservation days in advance, but maybe because it was a Monday, I was able to make a same-day reservation for our party of 5. We ranged in age from 45 to 65 and were still the youngest group of people there. I mention this only to say it's not a hip, hot or trendy place at all. Ok, the food. The complimentary bread was a basic white bread stick cut into slices and served with foil wrapped butter pats. Nothing fancy. To be honest, I'm getting tired of the olive oil/balsamic vinegar routine and prefer butter, but really, the bread could have been better. The appetizers were very generous, very cheap (all under $10) and pretty good. We ordered the ahi skewers, snails, asparagus, portabella mushroom and shared them all. I'm not a fan of escargot but the snail fans at the table told me they were excellent - very tender. I would order the portabello again in a heartbeat, it was delish. The other appetizers were also good. And very filling - we all agreed that we could've ordered dessert at that point and called it good. But we didn't. I had the moussaka which was ok, but I really had to hunt for the eggplant. Finally I found a couple of very thin slices at the bottom. Everyone agreed the entrees were not bad, but certainly nothing to write home about. Oh, and the mashed potato wasn't real potato, but packet mix. Frankly, there's no excuse for not using real potato, dried potato in a restaurant is a big no-no for me. Desserts were a big disappointment. We were pretty full so just ordered the chocolate cake to share. It was stale! And I don't mean just not really fresh, I mean hard and dry stale. It came with the biggest slab of icecream I've ever seen in my life ... in fact we all laughed about it. I can understand why John Henry's is popular with an older crowd - it's an undemanding, old-school menu ... and it's cheap. But it's not for everyone. And it wasn't for me.
(3)Frank S.
Favorite of locals. Crusted rack of lamb is wonderful here.
(4)Tina C.
Overall 3.5 stars. Service - 4 stars. They were attentive and on the ball even with our larger party of 7 on a Saturday night. Atmosphere - 4 stars. We sat outside on the patio. Plenty of heat lamps to keep you warm. So cute with all of the white lights in the trees. The inside seating doesn't have nearly the atmosphere as outside. Definitely sit outside. Food - 3 stars. The food was okay. I started with the artichoke app, which I enjoyed (disclaimer: I am obsessed with artichokes so easy to please here) - it certainly wasn't in the top 10 for me but good. The starter mixed greens that comes with the meal was terrible - completely drowned in dressing. The osso bucco was mediocre. I heard that the duck and lamb chops are the signature dishes here but I'm not a big fan of duck or lamb. Their desserts are ridiculously gigantic. Plan to share or gain 10 lbs. Choc cake was decent but nothing special. My hubby loved the lemon cake though. Our dinner guests (all over 60 yrs old) live in PS and love this place.
(4)Leanne M.
I've been coming to this restaurant for fifteen years and make sure I stop in every time I travel to the desert. The bad review on here is so overly bitchy that it reeks of personal vendetta. As for the other comment about a B rating people should educate themselves - I have worked in sparkling clean places knocked down to B because the water temp was off by a mere 5 degrees. Ridiculous uninformed point. Worry when it's a C. The decor is homey and if you don't like the artwork then you also don't like Toulouse Lautrec or other baudy but fun art. The food is divine - I have traveled all over the world and if you don't like it, then don't go to France or Italy, you won't like the food there either. The portions are not overly large. The beef tenderloins are out of this world, the pasta dishes range from unique to provencal and are always fresh and tasty. Salads are wonderfully chilled. The rack of lamb is the best and most affordable in So Cal. Sea Bass, Salmon, and other seafood choices have been amazing. The baked artichoke appetizer is to be tried to be believed. Great staff that is efficient and knowledgeable. Desserts are out of this world, and the atmosphere exactly European cafe.
(5)Nick B.
Last week we made a reservation at John Henry's for the second time in a week. We requested a specific table on the Patio. At first they said they did not reserve specific tables. We saw the table empty and requested again where upon they said it WAS RESERVED FOR A REGULAR CUSTOMER! BAD FORM. Once seated we notice John Henry's has a B rating by the California Department of Sanitation for unacceptable standards of cleanliness. The "B" sign was not prominently posted and had we known this we would not have eaten there. THEY NEED TO GET THERE CLEANLINESS ACT TOGETHER!
(1)Doug T.
Well known among locals but not among the hoards of visitors, this is a hidden gem. Jane and I returned there last night for the 5th time. Her macadamia-encrusted sole was mouth-watering and delicate while my crispy duck with orange reduction was perfect. I love this place! Watch out! Their desserts are huge and delicious. And for the quality you get,the prices are low. Five stars, all the way.
(5)Janette H.
Boy, were we surprised by this restaurant! From the outside it looks like nothing.... As a matter of fact, we didn't even know where the entrance was! We arrived a little earlier than our reservations (and do make them as this is a small restaurant) but they were able to seat us. It's kind of a funky place with an older crowd, like us! For starters we had the eggplant salad and we really liked it. My hubby likes olives and I love the fresh basil, so overall, it was a hit. My hubby ordered the chicken tarragon and I ordered the nut crusted fish. Both were wonderful. No dessert for us, although I've heard they are huge! Maybe next time, and believe me, there will be a next time!
(4)Sharon T.
We have been eating here for many years. The food has consistently been delicious, the portions are still generous (large salads are included with the entrees), desserts are enormous, the wait staff is friendly and attentive, and prices are extremely reasonable and have been so for all the years we've been going. If you go, definitely make a reservation and sit outside. The restaurant is hard to find, but once you do find it, you'll return again and again. It's surely one of the best values in Palm Springs. It has been a favorite in our family for years.
(5)Scott D.
I agree with the other poster about either you get it or you don't. Starting off, we tried John Henry's about 8 years ago from a Zagat Rating under Local Favorites. It had High Ratings and lower scores for ambiance. Cons: They are seasonal. Most Sides are not the best (I don't really get this one with the place...Shaved Carrots / Instant Potatoes / etcetera). Pro's...Same Great Staff, year after year, great appetizers and entree's. Portions are HUGE. Trust me....Dessert for a table of four could be a piece of cake with Ice Cream.....Order 1 and you will see what I am referencing. So, all in all, it has become one of our favorites too. We just like the place and great comfort food. I just don't understand the sides with the meals as noted above. A little advice. Steam some Vegetables, French Fries, Roast Some Green Beans. This is the only real negative and John Henry's gets high marks in our book!
(5)Truth O.
The "B" Health Code rating placard posted inside the patio should have been ample warning, but I was with some of those aforementioned local geriatric pensioners who had their hearts set on slurping up that bland fare. This place probably violates ADA laws, since the one accessible parking space is wedged in the back by the service entrance which is the only way for a person requiring mobility aids to access the place. There are no ramps and if someone using a wheelchair wants to go through the front entrance, they will have to have an assistant heave them up onto the concrete leading into the unmarked gate which leads to the inside patio. My dining companions had the rack of lamb which tasted "off" and had a disgusting breading which looked like Shake 'N Bake dipped in lard. The accompaniments of what appeared to be canned carrots (sad and wrinkled) and mashed potatoes (gelatinous) were more appetizing than the lentil soup which was horrifyingly anemic, despite the thin film of grease that rimmed the bowl. Because of the "B" rating, I opted for the item which looked most cooked: The brie, walnut and fruit plate. How can you mess up something like that? The plate arrived red hot, the walnuts were nearly charred, the small wedge of brie was over-broiled and had died a sorry death and was now a greasy puddle. There was some sort of sauce (honey?) that had caramelized on the edges of the plate and could not be removed by anything short of a chisel. The "fruit" was an apple that was oxidizing into dry brown wedges. A slice of pie was ordered, and it arrived smothered in vanilla ice cream which did not hide the fact that it looked like it had spent its beginnings in the Safeway frozen section. As I had done in my travels in third-world countries, I did not drink the water. The other victims, errr, customers were a strange mixture of overly-painted elderly ladies, people who pretended to have British accents, and a number of other apparent poseurs who spent the time staring at each others tables. Not one soul was under 75. The waitstaff was friendly, however a little smirky. Despite my precautions, three hours after my "meal", my guts started their pre-diarrhea rumblings. I guess that John Henry's has earned their "B" rating fair and square. This best-kept secret should remain... a secret. I'd write more, but I think it's time to run to the toilet.
(1)mike d.
Definatly not your conventional type of Restruant facility. You will need to make reservations in advance if you want to eat here. I would recommend eating outside, they do have seating inside for smaller parties but it is very crowded and noisy. Pricing is very reasaonable. They are known for their Desert plates which are cheap and generally consist of HUGE portsions of homemade pies and half a carton of Ice Cream.
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