Tommy Bahama Marlin Bar

Long-time customer · 3 years

The piña colada here is honestly unbeatable, especially during happy hour—25% off and you're getting a drink that tastes like it costs twice as much. I've been coming back for years and that's the one thing that never changes.

Repeat client · weekly visits since 2024

I've got the happy hour timing down to a science now—those coconut shrimp are absolutely worth hitting up the bar for, especially at 25% off. The breading stays crispy and they pair perfectly with a piña colada.

Local resident · 2 blocks away

The Marlin Bar is perfect for a Friday wind-down—right there on the main strip with live music most nights. You can actually sit outside and people-watch while you're sipping a drink.

Repeat client · weekly visits since 2024

I've made happy hour here my Thursday tradition—the Ahi Tacos are honestly unbeatable at that price point. Every time I bring someone new, they're shocked at how good the food quality is during the deal hours.

Long-time customer · regular for 3 years

The live music lineup here has really evolved—they've got a solid rotation of local talent now. What I love is that you can actually hear people talk *and* enjoy the music at the same time, which isn't easy on the strip.

Long-time customer · 3 years

I've been coming here since they opened, and honestly, their piña coladas are the real deal—creamy, perfectly balanced, not cloyingly sweet like you get everywhere else. It's become my go-to order every single time.

Repeat client · weekly visits since 2024

I've made happy hour here my Thursday tradition—the guac and shrimp combo is honestly unbeatable for the price. Every time I come, the guac is chunky and fresh, never that sad mushy stuff you get elsewhere.

Long-time customer · regular for 4 years

The guacamole here has always been a standout—they actually hand-mash it, so you get those chunky pieces instead of a smooth paste. Once you try it, you'll understand why it's on every order.

Long-time customer · regular for 3 years

I've tried a lot of tropical bars in Palm Springs, and honestly, their piña coladas are in a league of their own—creamy, perfectly balanced, not cloyingly sweet like you get elsewhere. I always order one with the guacamole appetizer because that fresh, chunky guac just complements the drink perfectly.

First-time visitor · considering booking

I'm thinking about taking a group there for happy hour—is it first-come, first-served or do I need to call ahead for a table? I've heard the guac is amazing, but I want to make sure we can actually get in.

First-time visitor · considering booking for a birthday

I'm thinking about bringing a group of friends for a birthday celebration on the strip—is it worth making a reservation ahead of time, or can we just walk in?

New to the area · just moved to Palm Springs last month

I've walked past Tommy Bahama a few times on the strip and noticed there's live music happening. Do I need to call ahead to get a good seat, or can you just walk in?

Long-time customer · regular for 4 years

Honestly, I've tried pretty much everything on their cocktail menu, but I always come back to the piña colada—it's just *that* good. The balance between the rum and cream is perfect; a lot of places make them too sweet, but theirs tastes genuinely tropical.

Long-time customer · 3 years

Happy hour here is legitimately one of the best deals on the strip—the food quality doesn't drop like it does at other places. Pro tip: hit it around 4:30 on weekdays when it's quieter but the kitchen is still fresh.

First-time visitor · considering a visit

I've heard great things about the atmosphere here—is it really as lively as people say? I'm thinking of bringing friends this weekend and want to make sure there's actually live music happening.

Repeat client · weekly visits since 2024

I've basically made happy hour my Tuesday ritual—the ahi tacos and coconut shrimp are honestly unbeatable at that price point. Every time I come, I'm amazed how fresh the guac is, like they're making it right before your eyes.

Long-time customer · regular for 4 years

Honestly, once you've had their piña colada, you can't order anything else—it's creamy perfection and not cloyingly sweet like you get at most places. I've tried their other tropical drinks, but I always come back to that one.

Local resident · 2 blocks away

I walk past Tommy Bahama all the time, and honestly, the sidewalk seating is one of the best spots on the strip. You get the whole vibe of downtown without feeling stuck inside.

Long-time customer · 4 years

Happy hour here has gotten even better—I've watched them refine the menu, and those ahi tacos are legitimately fresh now. The guac is chunky, not that sad brown stuff you get elsewhere.

Long-time customer · 4 years

The piña coladas here are legitimately unmatched—I've tried them everywhere, and these are creamy without being cloyingly sweet. Pro tip: order one during happy hour and you'll understand why people keep coming back.

Local resident · 2 blocks away

I walk past Tommy Bahama all the time, and the energy on that patio is always buzzing—especially when they've got live music going. It's become such a natural gathering spot right there on the strip.

First-time visitor · thinking about visiting this weekend

I've heard the happy hour here is supposed to be amazing—is it every day, or just certain days? I want to make sure I time it right to grab those coconut shrimp everyone raves about.

New to the area · just moved to Palm Springs last month

I keep hearing about Tommy Bahama's live music scene—is it really right on the Strip like people say? I'm trying to figure out the best spots for a group night out around here.

First-time visitor · visiting Palm Springs this weekend

I'm trying to plan our day—do you know what time the Marlin Bar opens? We want to squeeze in happy hour between shopping and dinner, but I'm not sure if they're open early afternoon.

Repeat client · weekly visits since 2024

I've made happy hour my Tuesday tradition—the shareable prices are unbeatable, and honestly, the guacamole is so fresh I don't even know how they keep it that good. Pro tip: get there right when happy hour starts at 4 PM, because the ahi tacos go fast.

Long-time customer · 4 years

The piña coladas here are legitimately the best I've had anywhere—creamy, perfectly balanced, not syrupy like most places make them. I've tried ordering them other places around town and always come back here.

Long-time customer · 3 years

The thing I love most is how they've kept that laid-back island vibe while still nailing the food—those ahi tacos never disappoint. And the live music on the weekends just hits different when you're sitting outside on the strip.

Long-time customer · 3 years

Happy hour here is legitimately unbeatable—25% off and the guac is always chunky and fresh, not that sad brown stuff you get elsewhere. I've watched them refine the shareable menu over the years, and it just keeps getting better.

Long-time customer · regular for 3 years

Honestly, I've tried piña coladas all over Palm Springs, and Tommy Bahama's are in a league of their own—they nail that creamy texture without being cloyingly sweet. It's the one drink I order every single time I'm here.

Local resident · lives 3 blocks away

I walk past the Marlin Bar all the time, and honestly it's become my go-to when friends visit. The location right on the strip is perfect—live music, tons of seating, zero pretension.