(760) 778-0017
196 S Indian Canyon Dr
Palm Springs,
CA
92262
33.8215
-116.5453
What People Are Saying About Johannes
The Editor
Mar Yvette
Citysearch
A modern and minimal palette of cantaloupe- and periwinkle-colored walls, industrial track lighting, white linen tablecloths and eggshell-hued leather chairs sets the tone for this haute foodie favorite from Austrian-born chef/owner Johannes Bacher. The black-clad waitstaff present eclectic meat and seafood dishes artfully arranged by Chef Bacher, who works in the long open kitchen located at the entrance's main bar. The sophisticated mix of straight couples and gay crowds usually can't resist starting with the playfully named menage a trois, a robust mixture of lobster, shrimp and scallops…
02/13/06
nice alternative to another steak house
by butch3b
My wife and the couple we were traveling with wanted to find something other than another steak house and we did! We all thoroughly enjoyed the food, wine and service. The restaurant itself was small and a little cool but didn't hinder our enjoyment of it. Dress warm and enjoy.
- Pros: Great food, Great service, interesting crowd
- Cons: Parking, Prices
01/14/06
For Pete's Sake, I would like some service!
by dbarnes963
My husband and I took my parents to Johannes over the holidays after hearing wonderful reviews. The service ruined not only the meal, but the entire evening. Our waiter acted like he had a huge chip on his shoulder for having to work. He would not describe the menu, he was huffy when we asked him for water, he neglected putting our orders in on a timely basis-- everyone got their food at a different time, most of which had to be sent back for over-cooking or under-cooking. He was downright mean. Angry. The food was forgettable, at best. There was no manager on duty to speak with, even though we were clearly frusterated-- as were many other tables.
12/22/04
Well worth the visit!
by chantiebelle
Upon several recommendations we chose to spend our highly valued "date night" at Johannes. We were not disappointed! The food was fabulous and highly inventive. My husband ordered two appetizers in addition to his entree, and because they were so wonderful, he savored every drop! The dessert was among the best I've had anywhere. The staff was attentive and sensitive, keeping plates cleared and glasses filled. It was expensive, but worth every cent.
- Pros: Intimate, convenient, un-crowded
- Cons: , a little "cold"
The Details on Johannes
Fun Fact:
While the recipe for the 'menage a trois' sauce remains a secret, Chef Bacher does reveal that a few of the 17 ingredients include taragon, creme fraiche, truffles, tabasco sauce and Grand Marnier.
What to Drink:
The mostly California wine selection--some 450 bottles--focuses on pinots; about 50 wines are available by the half bottle and 25 by the glass, including seven Champagne varietieies. There are also international selections from Germany, Argentina and beyond.
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