Welcome to JC's Cafe
JC's Cafe, located in Palm Desert, CA, is a charming cocktail bar and American breakfast & brunch spot offering a plethora of vegetarian options. This casual, dog-friendly establishment boasts a full bar, happy hour specials, and a relaxed outdoor seating area. With friendly waitstaff, convenient amenities like free Wi-Fi and bike parking, JC's Cafe is the perfect spot for groups, families, or a casual meal. The food here is top-notch, with a wide range of delicious dishes that will leave you craving more. Don't miss out on the delectable offerings at JC's Cafe for a memorable dining experience.
- 73200 El Paseo Ste 1A Palm Desert, CA 92260 Hotline: (760) 568-0733
Welcome to JC's Cafe, a gem nestled in Palm Desert, CA. This cocktail bar, breakfast & brunch spot, and American cuisine haven offers a wide range of options to satisfy your cravings.
From delivery and takeout to walk-ins, reservations, and even catering services, JC's Cafe has it all. Vegetarians will be delighted with the plethora of options available, and the wheelchair-accessible establishment accepts credit cards and Apple Pay for convenience.
With outdoor seating, free Wi-Fi, and a full bar, JC's Cafe is the perfect spot to unwind and enjoy a delicious meal. Whether you're looking for a laid-back breakfast or a fun night out, this restaurant has something for everyone. From happy hour specials to a variety of seating options, including covered outdoor seating and TV for entertainment, JC's Cafe has thought of everything.
So, bring your furry friends along, as dogs are allowed in the outdoor seating area. The gender-neutral restrooms add an inclusive touch to the dining experience. Though not ideal for dancing, JC's Cafe is the perfect spot for a relaxing meal with friends or family.
Located at 73200 El Paseo Ste 1A, Palm Desert, CA 92260, JC's Cafe can be reached at (760) 568-0733 for reservations or inquiries. Don't miss out on the delicious dishes and fantastic ambiance that JC's Cafe has to offer.

This is a pleasant restaurant to sit outside when weather permits. They have umbrellas to block the sun. I have lived in Palm Desert 20 years and been going off and on after I discovered it. My out of town friends came for Stagecoach 2024. They loved it and thought prices were reasonable too. One drink was sent back. A shack that one person didn't care for. Great ambiance and I love the avocado toast. Must for visiting guests. It's hard to find unless you know it's there. Love it and will be back.

Terrific service and delicious food. Came during peak hour and still got our food within a reasonable time.

Very charming place. Food was great. Our server, Nelly, was perfect. The playlist was nostalgic. An enjoyable Sunday!

Owners reached out and problem solved... I did try and reach them personally before posting review but was happy they contacted me... they are what you call "a mom and pop operation" that deserves to continue due to consistently good food... Good friendly service and relaxing comfortable surroundings...and as I know personally HARD WORK... Not an easy business...so kudos to them JCs has been and will continue to be my go to place....and I know from all the people I've sent there it would be yours too

Great little spot! Hidden and a little hard to find but worth it. Great service, excellent food, good prices. Cute little outdoor patio, too. Win-win!

JC's is an easy restaurant to review: Here is what I liked: 1. The food here is delicious. I had an egg white veggie scramble with potatoes. I can't imagine someone getting a bad breakfast egg dish here. 2. Employees work very hard here, are efficient and responsive to your table needs. Notice that I did not say friendly--they work hard and focused here--friendly only if they have time. 3. On the very busy day I dined here--it took 30 minutes for the food to come out. That's reasonable. 4. They have about 5 seats at the bar to sit if you are dining alone. I talked with 2 other friendly customers who were regulars here at the bar. 5. Parking is free and easy. What I did not like: 1. The portion sizes are small. They are fine for an 80 lb petite yoga girl, but not a guy that burns food like a Ford F350 burns gasoline. The egg scramble need to be 25% larger to fill the tank on this Manly Man or 25% less expensive. 2. I had a fresh shirt on, and by the end of the meal it stunk from grease. And it stunk the next day too--could not wear it again after this meal until laundry. The ventilation inside is poor. They need to punch a hole in the ceiling and install a strong industrial exhaust fan in the dining area. The employees would appreciate that too. The kitchen may need better exhaust too. You can smell the grease the minute you enter--I did not want to sit outside alone--it was also cold. I could have come back here the next day with my party but I did not want to stink from grease and leave hungry again. Those are the only 2 problems.

We discovered this place during COVID era! They were awesome ! Nice patio ambiance and great place to eat. Today I stopped in with my old coworker friend - I had a very good cappuccino and the Greek scramble with gluten free toast! Excellent ! We stayed rather long and they booted us out .. lol but that's okay we understand we just had a lot of catching up to do over the good food. Service is slow but we didn't mind we enjoyed the time . The staff is excellent!

TL;DR: Delicious food, Great Ambiance on the Patio or inside seating. If it gets too hot & sunny, your waiter will open a colorful umbrella for you. Everyone seems to love their job & happily serving their customers here. How refreshing. We'll definitely be back! I got the special of Corn Beef hash & Eggs with a side of fruit & toast. Loved it. The toast is even served with a nice assortment of marmalades and jams. Yum! Rebecca was so sweet & served us along with everyone else working as a team when they passed by and saw a need. They even graciously served a couple that was sitting near us that told them they had to be out of there in 35 minutes. Rebecca made it happen & didn't flinch at the request. Isn't it nice to get a server that doesn't give you attitude even if it is possibly warranted? Love it! I didn't get the names of the other two helpful gals but my coffee was always hot & full. There are other creamer options if you don't do milk like me... The Oat Creamer was warmed & it was delicious in the coffee. Hubby had the Fritatta, I had a small bite & it was so tasty. I wonder if there's even a bad dish on their menu. Hmm, guess I'll have to visit more often to find out. :-)