Palm Springs’ Modern, Design‑Forward Sushi Sanctuary

Sandfish Sushi & Whiskey is one of Palm Springs’ most acclaimed dining experiences — a sleek, architecturally striking sushi bar where Japanese precision meets global influence, all guided by award‑winning Chef Engin Onural. It’s refined, intimate, and effortlessly cool, blending pristine fish, inventive flavor profiles, and one of the most impressive whiskey programs in the desert. This is where you go when you want sushi that feels elevated, intentional, and unforgettable.

🌙 The Atmosphere

• A minimalist, Scandinavian‑meets‑Japanese interior with warm wood, polished concrete, and soft, moody lighting.
• A stylish sushi bar that feels both intimate and high‑end — perfect for omakase or a slow, curated dinner.
• A lively yet refined energy, ideal for date nights, celebrations, or a sophisticated night out in Uptown.
• A design‑driven space that feels like a modern desert hideaway — cool, calm, and beautifully composed.

🍱 What They Serve

• Chef‑driven sushi rooted in traditional Japanese technique with global twists from Chef Onural’s travels.
• Premium nigiri & sashimi — melt‑in‑your‑mouth toro, pristine hamachi, salmon belly, scallops, uni, and more.
• Signature rolls like the Sandfish Roll, Scandinavian Blue Crab, and other seasonal creations.
• Hot dishes including miso black cod, steamed white asparagus with Norwegian salmon, and ramen.
• An exceptional whiskey program featuring Japanese and global selections curated to pair with the menu.
• Craft cocktails that balance the umami‑rich flavors of the sushi with elegance and restraint.

Sandfish brings a modern, chef‑driven, design‑forward energy to the Palm Springs map — a restaurant that feels both international and deeply rooted in the desert’s creative spirit. It’s elevated without being pretentious, intimate without being quiet, and consistently recognized as one of the valley’s top dining destinations. It adds that premium, architectural, globally inspired layer that rounds out the city’s culinary story with sophistication and soul.