Essense - Desert Hot Springs

Eating was good, but I wish they had sides on the main course. The service was phenomenal, fast and our waiter was good. I like the simple furnishings, minimalist restaurant.

Great restaurant! Loved the gluten-free waffles and salads! I did not stay at this resort but came to soak for lunch after a day to another property because the menu looked so good and was not disappointed! Great professional staff, you have me a table outside so I could have a business call while I've been alone.

Really enjoyed the vegan dishes, although I also eat meat, this was a nice healthy brake. The cream of broccoli soup without cream or cheese was superb bursting with taste of broccoli. Also a delicious oyster mushroom potatoes. Beet salad was also excellent, server suggested added greens that made it even better. My only complaint is that it's quite expensive for what you get, but it's a beautiful property so I have to imagine something has to go for it. It is a lot of stairs to the restaurant, great views, enjoy.

Essence Restaurant is located at Two Bunch Palms (a natural mineral spa silent yoga/ therapy retreat. The property offers natural hot springs; a place to unwind heal ...away from the grind of the city. I am quite snobbish about where I dine; I really love Essence. I love the decor, the menu, the simplicity, the service, and the entertainment. The menu dishes are highly suitable for vegans vegetarians ,and yet will not disappoint carnivores. One of the best restaurants I've been to in around Palm Desert.

We had a birthday lunch for my husband and wanted something different. Essense provided just that. We walked through the tranquil grounds so get to the restaurant. We passed a meditation pool and saw people engaged in tai chi. The beautiful palm tree were inviting and cooling. The restaurant was open and calm. I had a burger with parmesan fries. My husband had the salmon. Both meals were delicious! Best yet, it was organic and flavorful. We sat by the window and had an amazing view.