Lulu California Bistro | Palm Springs’ Dopamine-Boosting Oasis 🍄🍴

Even in the off-season, this Instagram-famous spot usually draws hour-long lines – but today, we waltzed right in! Amidst the 120°F desert heat, hiding indoors with AC and vibrant food is the only sane move. Post-pandemic, their menu got a refresh – and here’s the tea ☕️. 🍽️ Must-Try Dishes 1️⃣ Signature Mushroom Soup 🍄🌟 • Silky, whiskey-kissed broth – deeply umami with a boozy finish • Pro move: Dip the fish & chips into it (Chinese doughnut + soy milk vibes!) 2️⃣ Secret Meatloaf Surprise 🥩💫 • Looks like steak, tastes like heaven – no frozen Costco texture here! • So tender it melts into your “little tummy” with zero effort • Savory glaze so good you’ll lick the plate clean (no shame) 3️⃣ Fish & Chips 🐟🍟 • Best in the US – no rock-hard batter that gums bleed! • Magic crust: Crispy yet soft like Chinese youtiao • Combo hack: Swirl fish chunks in mushroom soup – breakfast nostalgia overload 💡 Why It’s a Mood ✅ Vibrant, dopamine-packed interior – neon lights, floral walls, Insta-ready ✅ Service with smiles – staff are sweet & helpful (show them my pics to order!) ✅ Heat escape: Icy cocktails + strong AC = desert survival mode Verdict: “I’d move next door just to eat that youtiao-style fish crust daily – worth braving the Palm Springs furnace for.” 🔥😭 Next time: Trying their rainbow cocktails and avocado egg rolls! #PalmSpringsEats #DopamineDining #DesertFoodie #ComfortFoodGoals