Late-Night Bites

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Grab dinner or an appetizer after an evening out. Many local restaurants and bars serve food well into the night and into the wee hours of the morning. Here are a handful of great places that cater to late-night diners.

The 3rd Corner Wine Shop & Bistro
Choose from an abundant selection of wines from around the world to complement a menu designed for discerning palates. The kitchen is open until 1 a.m. daily. 73101 Hwy. 111, Palm Desert. 760-837-9600; www.the3rdcorner.com  

Dickie O’Neal’s
This Irish-American-inspired, full-service restaurant and drinking spot on the north side of Palm Springs serves authentic Irish meals. The kitchen is open until midnight Sun-Thurs., 1 a.m. Fri.-Sat. 2155 N. Palm Canyon Dr., Palm Springs. 760-325-2600; www.dickieoneal.com

El Jefe
El Jefe at The Saguaro Palm Springs offers diverse Mexican street food in a small-plate format and more than 100 tequilas and mescals. The kitchen is open until midnight Sun.-Thurs., 2 a.m. Fri.-Sat. 1800 E. Palm Canyon Dr., 760-323-1711; www.jdvhotels.com/dining/riverside/eljefe

King’s Highway
Located in a restored Denny’s, King’s Highway at Ace Hotel & Swim Club serves fresh California cuisine using local, organic, and artisanal products. The kitchen is open until 1 a.m. Sun.-Wed., 3 a.m. Thurs.-Sat. 701 E. Palm Canyon Dr., Palm Springs. 760-325-9900; www.acehotel.com/palmsprings/dining

Lulu California Bistro and Acqua Pazza
Dine late into the night at always-busy Lulu located on bustling Palm Canyon Drive in downtown Palm Springs. Sister restaurant Acqua Pazza offers a similar vibe at The River at Rancho Mirage. Lulu’s kitchen is open until midnight Fri.-Sat, 10 p.m. Sun.-Thurs. Acqua Pazza’s kitchen is open until 11 p.m. Fri-Sat., 10 p.m. Sun.-Thurs. www.lulupalmsprings.com; www.acquapazzabistro.com

The Nest
OpenTable rated The Nest in the top 100 late-night dining establishments, not just in California, but in the entire country. This restaurant has a reputation as one of the valley’s favorites — and has been since 1965. Offering continental classic and contemporary entrees, The Nest features live music nightly. The kitchen is open until 11 p.m. www.gotothenest.com

Village Pub
Dance the night away to live music at the Village Pub in Palm Springs, then refuel with a delightfully varied menu that includes appetizers, salads, steaks, and pizzas. The kitchen is open until 1:30 a.m. daily. www.palmspringsvillagepub.com

Yard House
Located at The River in Rancho Mirage, this drinking, eating, and sports-viewing venue offers an extensive menu of American fusion cuisine, including more than 130 items. The kitchen is open until 11:30 p.m. Sun.-Thurs., 1 a.m. Fri.-Sat. 71800 Hwy. 111, Rancho Mirage. 760-779-1415; www.yardhouse.com