Beloved Coachella Valley landmark 15 minutes east of La Quinta. Kids go wild for the date shakes — a regional rite of passage. The garden has a quirky charm and a 1950s-era date cultivation film. Great pit stop; seating is shaded and the AC inside is a welcome relief.

Address: 80225 Highway 111, Indio, CA 92201

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Cost: Low Cost $