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A starting point for exploring Palmdale
Explore a shortlist from our researched local directory. Each group explains how its places were selected. These suggestions are separate from the community votes above and do not represent a citywide award.
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See your saved places →Local restaurants to get to know
Independent kitchens, neighborhood cafes and places for your next meal.
Selected from sourced Google ratings of at least 4.3 with 20 or more reviews, ordered by rating then review count.
JOY'S JAPANESE KITCHEN
JOY'S JAPANESE KITCHEN is a Japanese restaurant on East Palmdale Boulevard.
Armani's Mediterranean Bakery
Armani's Mediterranean Bakery is a Mediterranean restaurant on 47th Street East.
El Mora Restaurant
El Mora Restaurant in Palmdale, CA, is a locally owned and operated Mexican restaurant. The restaurant serves delicious dishes made with fresh ingredients and prepared by talented chefs. Classic Mexican food is…
Armani's Mediterranean Cafe
Armani's Mediterranean Cafe is a Mediterranean restaurant on 10th Street West.
Independent shops worth exploring
Browse locally rooted shops and find something beyond the usual chains.
Selected from sourced Google ratings of at least 4.3 with 20 or more reviews, ordered by rating then review count.
Name It Yours Personalized Gifts
Name It Yours Personalized Gifts is a gift shop on Rancho Vista Boulevard.
Make a day of it
Museums, galleries and cultural stops from our city directory.
An alphabetical selection of researched local places. This is not a rating or popularity ranking.
Joe Davies Heritage Airpark
The city of Palmdale, California, boasts a rich aerospace heritage, which is showcased at Joe Davies Heritage Airpark, a family-friendly destination. This airpark centers around displays of aircraft that highlight the…
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