Restaurant bar
Unclaimed profileLost Property Restaurant Palm Springs
Palm Springs, CA · $$$
Inebrious
Beverage Program Score
The editorial take
Lost Property's bar program leans into coastal American flavors with a cocktail list organized into Arousers, Coolers, Love Loads of Money, and Shooters. Morning drinks like the Espresso Martini and Bloody Mary anchor a menu that also covers low-ABV and zero-proof options. Wine and beer lists are compact but geographically varied, and the non-alcoholic selection is unusually deep for a hotel restaurant.
- What should I order?
- Start with the Espresso Martini—$1 from each goes to animal welfare. For something refreshing, the Jalisco Maid uses Espolón tequila with cucumber and mint. The non-alcoholic Tea with Fleming offers a smoky lapsang profile. Wine drinkers can try a glass of the Neilson Pinot Noir from Santa Barbara.
- Who will enjoy this place?
- Travelers staying at The Skylark and locals seeking a poolside bar with a broad cocktail menu. The extensive non-alcoholic options make it welcoming for designated drivers or those abstaining. Classic cocktail fans will find tiki-style drinks like the Zombie and Mai Tai on the dedicated cocktail page.
- When should I go?
- The Skylark Bar's proximity to the pool suggests afternoon lounging, though the menu's morning cocktails could also suit a late breakfast.
- What should I expect to spend?
- Cocktails range $15-$17, with low-ABV and non-alcoholic drinks at $15-$16. Beer runs $7-$12, while wine by the glass is $15-$18 and bottles range $59-$500. Happy hour combos offer value at $16-$23.
- What makes the beverage program distinctive?
- The menu's coastal American inspiration is carried through cocktails like Endless Summer (gin, Campari, sweet vermouth, pineapple) and Lincoln's Anecdote (apple brandy, Wild Turkey 81, maple). The Espresso Martini's charitable donation adds a civic touch. The dedicated cocktail page's tiki classics—Zombie, Mai Tai—signal a playful range.
Beverage categories
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Cocktails
Extensive menu with sections for Arousers, Coolers, Love Loads of Money, and Shooters, mixing classics and creative coastal-inspired drinks. Includes morning, low ABV, and aromatic options.
Menu strengths
- — Wide variety from classic tiki to creative coastal-inspired drinks.
- — Morning cocktails like Bloody Mary and Espresso Martini add versatility.
- — Low ABV and non-alcoholic options cater to diverse preferences.
Standout selections
- — Espresso Martini - Hera The Dog Vodka, coffee liqueur, espresso, simple; $1 donated to animal welfare ($17).
- — Jalisco Maid - Espolón Tequila, cucumber, mint, lime, simple ($16).
- — Endless Summer - Bulldog Gin, Campari, sweet vermouth, pineapple juice ($16).
- — Zombie - Light and dark rum, falernum, juices, grenadine, absinthe, saline.
Pricing: Cocktails range $15-$17.
Wine
Diverse list spanning sparkling, white, rosé, red, and dessert wines from various regions, including a California Pinot Noir and Cabernet Sauvignon. Non-alcoholic sparkling options available.
Menu strengths
- — International selection with by-the-glass and bottle options.; Includes non-alcoholic sparkling wines from Spain.
Standout selections
- — Pinot Noir, Neilson - Santa Barbara, CA ($15 glass / $69 bottle).
- — Champagne Brut Perrier-Joët - Grand Brut Shape, France ($99).
- — Sancerre, Patrick Girault - Le Grand Moulin, France ($85).
Pricing: By-the-glass $15-$18; bottles $59-$500.
Beer
Beer list covers Mexican lager, hazy IPA, weissbier, hells lager, Belgian pale ale, and American saison. Offers non-alcoholic beers and happy hour food pairings.
Menu strengths
- — Variety of styles from local and international breweries.
- — Includes non-alcoholic options from Heaps Normal.; Happy hour combos provide value with food.
Standout selections
- — Calidad - Mexican Style Lager, 4.5% ABV, notes of sweet corn and citrus ($12).
- — La Quinta Brewing - Haboob Hazy IPA, 6.5% ABV, Huell Melon and Pacifica hops ($7).
- — Duvel 666 - Belgian Pale Ale, 6.66% ABV ($10).
Pricing: Beers $7-$12; happy hour combos $16-$23.
Nonalcoholic
Impressive zero-proof program with creative cocktails like Tea with Fleming and The Bursh, plus non-alcoholic beer and sparkling wine. Coffee and tea round out the options.
Menu strengths
- — Creative non-alcoholic cocktails with thoughtful ingredients.; Multiple categories covered: cocktails, beer, wine.
Standout selections
- — Tea with Fleming - Lapsang coconut, lemon, lime, honey, ginger ($15).
- — The Bursh - Non-alcoholic bitter apéritif, strawberry shrub, lime, soda ($15).
- — Bolle Blanc de Blancs - Non-alcoholic sparkling wine, Spain ($15 glass / $59 bottle).
Pricing: Non-alcoholic cocktails $15; beers $7; sparkling wines $15 glass / $59 bottle.
Spirits
Wide range of spirits used across cocktails, from bourbon and apple brandy to tequila and gin. Shooters add a playful element, though no dedicated spirits list is available.
Menu strengths
- — Diverse spirits in cocktails, including Wild Turkey 81 and Espolón Tequila.
- — Includes classic and creative expressions.; Shooters offer quick, potent options.
Standout selections
- — Good Tipper - Wild Turkey 81, Averna, Licor 43, Peychauds ($16).
- — Lincoln's Anecdote - Laird's Apple Brandy, Wild Turkey 81, lemon, maple, El Ras ($16).
- — Tropical Daiquiri - Bacardi Rum, pineapple liqueur, lime simple ($16).
Pricing: Spirit-forward cocktails $15-$17; shooters without listed prices.
How it sits with the food
The menu pairs cocktails with Coastal American fare; happy hour combos explicitly match beer with food, such as Fish & Chips with a cherry beer. Cocktails like the Jalisco Maid with cucumber and mint would suit light seafood dishes, while the Endless Summer's bitterness could stand up to richer fare.
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