For good food in the desert you might do well to visit the Thai Smile Restaurant which is located on North Palm Canyon Drive in Palm Springs California.
The meals at the restaurant are moderately priced and offers some of the most authentic dishes in the desert. If you want to eat early then the Thai Smile offers and early bird special and some seafood chef specials. You don't have to wait too long as both seating and service are prompt at the Thai Smile; the restaurant is as accommodating to groups as it is to couples - it's also a great place to take the kids for a family night out. The Thai Smile is a family run business situated in the Palm Springs valley. The family own two other Thai places in the valley, one of them, the Rancho Mirage is specially recommended not just for its food but for its decor and ambience.
The owner/manager is always ready to greet guests with a welcoming smile and although the restaurant is popular there is no need to make a reservation. The style of the Thai Smile is casual; which really does make it suitable for kids and the waiters and waitresses are friendly and helpful. The menu is great and there are plenty of dishes to choose from; the spring roll and garlic bread are especial favorites of the regulars and should not be missed. The portions are large and the atmosphere is very friendly. Get there early if you can as the parking lots tend to fill up very quickly.