Highlights from the Business
Veteran-owned & operated
Free WiFi
LGBTQ friendly
Full bar
Sports on TV
Locally owned & operated
Review Highlights
“A sports -themed bar in Desert Hot Springs that welcomes the Gay community for a once-a-month "Rainbow Night"?” in 11 reviews
“The staff here is excellent and if your lucky enough to get KAREN as you bartender you've hit the jackpot.” in 10 reviews
“Usually the last Wednesday of the month they have what's called rainbow night.” in 3 reviews
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About the Business
Business owner information
Eric P.
Established in 2003. The bar (building) has been in existence since 1947. The current owners recently renovated the bar and expanded it, including a glass enclosed outside patio for smoking and lounging.
Ask the Community
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Is it 18 and over?
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Sorry for the late response but no it’s 21 and over.
eric p., Business Owner3 years agoQ:
Do they show UFC fights?
A:
Occasionally but not this weekend. If you call Playoffs they will let you know.
Dwight F.6 years ago
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- Dwight F.Desert Hot Springs, CA6265May 31, 2024
Playoff's is the best bar in Desert Hot Springs. Ambience is friendly and welcoming. The food is great. The owners are very nice people and the staff are friendly and quick. Drop in especially during football season but you will be welcome at any time.
Helpful 0Thanks 0Love this 0Oh no 0 - Jasmine C.Desert Hot Springs, CA173125Feb 19, 2024
Love this bar! The service is top notch and the drinks are just what is needed after a long day at work. It has a very chill atmosphere and offers karaoke, theme nights and of course all the sporting events. I have even arranged to have coworkers meet there and the owner always accommodates a large party. Thank you for being the best!
Helpful 0Thanks 0Love this 0Oh no 0 - Joe B.Palm Springs, CA0152Jan 22, 2024
Been going here for 2 years, music sucks. At least the bartenders are good, whoever plays music sucks !!!
Helpful 1Thanks 0Love this 0Oh no 0 - Cassie C.Indio, CA871Nov 16, 2023
We recently moved into DHS after a lifetime in Palm Springs. Needed local places for date night and Football. We stopped here and so glad we did. Craig and Letty are awesome people who make you feel like friends hanging out. I had probably one of the most intense days in awhile, I was shook, upset and overall just on edge. Craig served me and my husband right away, and he makes amazing drinks. Not long after a shift change happened between Craig and Letty
Before he left he made me a drink which I almost instantaneously knocked over (thanks anxiety) I bursted into tears, but he said NO WORRIES and he immediately came over and cleaned it up and kept telling me not to worry. I felt so stupid
I had had a long day prior to arriving, I was in a small accident prior and everything leading up to my night was just sh&$t
I just felt overwhelmed and silly and they made my night. Made me a new drink, told me not to trip and to enjoy myself.
I did. Thanks for letting me cry at your bar and end my horrible day right. Can't wait to come back and see Craig and Letty. You guys rockHelpful 0Thanks 0Love this 0Oh no 1 - Lucky W.Palm Springs, CA76202Oct 6, 2023
Service is always good. Staff is very friendly and prices are great! Great place to hang out and watch sports or have a few drinks with friends.
Helpful 1Thanks 0Love this 0Oh no 0 - Esteve M.Desert Hot Springs, CA152421133Sep 28, 2023
First time visiting this local sports bar for Diversity Wednesday. The crowd was mixed (gay, straight, trans, etc) and everyone was having a good time.
Drag bingo was simple but still still fun!
Drinks was good and reasonably priced. I am looking forward to coming back and watching the football games and make some. We friends.
The owner Ann-Sofie was so kind and attentive. She really is responsible for the success of this place.
Hint: Roses Lime Juice! Lol.Helpful 3Thanks 1Love this 0Oh no 1 - Luis O.Ontario, CA071Sep 10, 2023
Good people and good customer service
Prices are not bad either , when fights are on this is the place to go and watch themHelpful 1Thanks 0Love this 0Oh no 1 - Marc N.Chula Vista, CA031Aug 29, 2023
First time here was rad. Met Greg and the day crew.. good drinks, service l, gab, all was good.. second time was at night with the inexperienced Cameron... Moral of the review.. go during the day and hang with Greg!
Cameron... Learn the game buddy. It's only been a week since you guys were renovated. Show a little gratitude for the people who pay you. I've been in this business of visiting bars since before you were born so ne humble... or just get a better bartender.
Greg you're the man!! Cool bar!!Helpful 0Thanks 0Love this 0Oh no 0 - Ruthie C.Los Angeles, CA472131Aug 11, 2023
It's a great local bar in DHS! Offers a lot of variety for our diverse community. Thank you for all you do.
Helpful 1Thanks 0Love this 0Oh no 0 - David S.Cathedral City, CA010Jun 19, 2023Updated review
Hi my apologies for writing a bad review about Playoffs it was a mistake and ever since We have been treated with the utmost respect and great service ever since the bad experience we had a few months ago. WE ALSO WOULD LOVE TO SAY TO KAREN WE NEED YOUR personality fix at least once a week. Thank you also to the owners.
Helpful 0Thanks 0Love this 0Oh no 0Feb 4, 2023Previous reviewI previously gave this DUMP a good review.well I fully rescind that 100% This place is for alcoholic clowns. I was amazed at the lack of ANYTHING in the The rhelm of normal. Im a hardcore alcoholic and left my over half full beer there and and walked out of that 3 ring circus. A pure DUMP. It's better to want a cocktail than to go to this place. Stay away it's a pigsty
Jan 16, 2023Previous reviewWe always "try" a bar out on the first visit. We are HUGE Bar Rescue fans and have learned quite a bit from Jon Taffer. So we notice everything on our first visit. The Playoff's Sports Bar does everything right. We were served within 30 seconds. The beer was at perfect temperature and a perfect head on our Guiness draft. The staff were great. The owner was very knowledgeable on their tap beers. It is basically a neighborhood bar with a pool table, two dartboards, and a shuffle board table. And lest I forget the TV's. We will definitely be back!


































