Food & Experience Review – Media Partner Coverage
By Valerie Milano
Palm Springs, CA (The Hollywood Times) 1/1/26 – As a proud media partner, The Hollywood Times welcomed 2026 in celebratory style at TRIO Restaurant, hosting **two full tables, 14 friends total, **for an unforgettable New Year’s Eve experience that delivered on every promise: excellent food, a joyful crowd, and a dance floor that never cooled off.
From the moment we arrived, TRIO felt like the place to be. The dining room buzzed with anticipation, champagne glasses sparkled, and the energy built steadily throughout the night, exactly what you want when you’re counting down to a new year with your favorite people.
TRIO’s four-course New Year’s Eve menu was thoughtfully curated to balance indulgence with elegance, crowd-pleasing without sacrificing creativity. Each course arrived beautifully presented and well-paced, allowing guests to linger, laugh, and savor the evening rather than rush through it.
Across our tables, reactions were unanimous: this was celebratory dining done right. Rich flavors, satisfying portions, and that signature TRIO polish made each course feel special, while still approachable enough for a diverse group of diners.
The added touch of complimentary champagne elevated the experience:
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Mumm Sparkling for the 6 PM and 8 PM seatings set a festive tone early in the evening
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Veuve Clicquot at the 10 PM seating carried guests straight into midnight with style and sparkle
It’s these details, generous, celebratory, and perfectly timed, that made the night feel seamless.
When the DJ took over at 8 PM, the vibe shifted from elegant dinner party to full-on New Year’s celebration. The music was danceable, joyful, and expertly mixed.
I was told by others that by midnight, the room was electric. Glasses raised, and friends (old and new) dancing together as 2026 officially began. With our entire group up and moving, it was clear: TRIO knows how to throw a party.
From hosting a large group with ease to delivering consistent food, festive flair, and an atmosphere that felt genuinely celebratory, TRIO Palm Springs once again proved why it remains a cornerstone of the local dining and social scene.
If last night was any indication, New Year’s Eve at TRIO isn’t just dinner, it’s a memory-maker.
