Johannes

Cosmopolitan cuisine with a heavy Austrian accent in the heart of downtown Palm Springs.. 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 dressed in a licoricey, spicy-sweet cream sauce. The lightly breaded wiener schnitzel, set alongside roasted fingerling potatoes and cranberry jelly, is a signature dish, but the daily specials--such as halibut mounted atop a thick swirl of pineapple sauerkraut and smoke-roasted bratwurst halves--are distinct pleasers not likely to be found anywhere else on this desert strip of restaurants.…

nice alternative to another steak house. 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.…

For Pete's Sake, I would like some service!. 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.…

Well worth the visit!. 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.…