Coachella just revealed its 2026 food lineup — and a Nobu omakase experience will cost you $375
Coachella kicks off in below two weeks, bringing a star-studded lineup and a lavish food unfold — from pizza slices to Michelin-star pop-ups like Nobu.
The back-to-back festival weekends kick off April 10with a food lineup is stacked with LA favorites.
The pageant will function greater than 100 eating places, bars, and pop-ups throughout the grounds. Here are some standout choices which might be just the tip of the iceberg:
The largest buzz this 12 months on the Coachella Valley Music & Arts Festival surrounds Nobu on the Red Bull Mirage. Red Bull
Nobu will provide up high-end, reservation-only Omakase experience on the pageant in April.
Guests can take pleasure in signature yellowtail jalapeño and premium nigiri.
The golden customary: Nobu on the Mirage
For these seeking to commerce the mosh pit for a second of zen, the largest buzz this 12 months surrounds Nobu on the Red Bull Mirage. This is not your common pageant snack; it is a high-end, reservation-only Omakase experience. Situated with a direct view of the Quasar Stage, visitors can take pleasure in signature yellowtail jalapeño and premium nigiri whereas world-class DJs present the soundtrack. The eating experience will cost $375 a head.
L–R: Canadian comic Celeste Yim and former “SNL” solid member Bowen Yang with a good friend having fun with sushi on the Red Bull Mirage at Coachella 2025. Getty Images for Red Bull
Dining below the celebs: Outstanding within the Field
No Coachella luxurious information is full with out mentioning Outstanding within the Field. Located within the lush VIP Rose Garden, this long-table dinner stays the pageant’s most subtle custom. This 12 months, the chef lineup reads like a “Who’s Who” of the California culinary scene.
Weekend one options the likes of Michael Beckman (Workshop Kitchen & Bar) and Alan Sanz (Mírate), whereas weekend two brings the warmth with Charles Namba (Camélia) and Nico de Leon (Lasita). These four-course, family-style meals are paired with skilled wine alternatives, providing a communal sanctuary far faraway from the high-energy chaos of the Main Stage.
Beyond the usual beer gardens, Coachella 2026 will see the return of “secret bars.” Coachella
The pageant will additionally provide up wholesome food choices together with fruit and acai bowls. REUTERS
The VIP gourmand tier
If you aren’t searching for a full sit-down dedication however nonetheless need a “Michelin” second, the 12 Peaks VIP space is your culinary playground.
The standout this 12 months is Le Burger by Camphor. The group behind the Michelin-starred Los Angeles bistro is bringing their legendary “Le Burger,” however the true “flex” on the menu is their festival-exclusive: Chicken Nuggets served with a aspect of premium Caviar. It’s the final word “High-Low” dish that perfectly encapsulates the Coachella spirit.
Joining them within the VIP ranks are the Truffle Boys, who’re reportedly shaving recent truffles over every part from mac & cheese to gold-dusted fries, and Bang Bang Noodles, serving up hand-pulled Biang Biang noodles which have change into a cult favourite within the LA road food scene.
Bang Bang Noodles’ hand-pulled Biang Biang noodles which have change into a cult favourite within the LA road food scene. Instagram / Bang Bang Noodle
LA’s Finest: From tacos to truffles
While the posh choices are dazzling, Coachella stays true to its roots by bringing the very best of Los Angeles road food to the desert. Villa’s Tacos, recent off their “Best Tacos in LA” accolades, will be serving their well-known blue corn tortillas with cheese-crusted meats. For these needing a heavy-hitting restoration meal, Fat Sal’s is again with their infamous over-the-top sandwiches which might be virtually a ceremony of passage for festival-goers.
For a fast however elevated chew, the Indio Central Market stays the center of the GA experience, that includes over 15 distributors below one shaded roof. Here, you’ll discover Prince St. Pizza for that iconic spicy pepperoni sq. and Tacos 1986 for genuine Tijuana-style road tacos.
Prince St. Pizza will provide up that iconic spicy pepperoni sq.. Instagram / Prince St. Pizza
Sophisticated Sips
The “Ultra-Luxe” experience extends to the beverage program as nicely. Beyond the usual beer gardens, 2026 sees the return of “secret” bars. Golden Hour, a hidden cocktail oasis with a mid-century desert aesthetic, provides a respite for these fortunate sufficient to seek out its entrance. For wine fans, the Clink Wine Bar within the Rose Garden focuses on biodynamic and pure wines, catering to a extra aware, subtle palate.
Back to fundamentals
Coachella’s coronary heart stays its dependable consolation food. “Fried & Familiar” choices shine this 12 months, from Dave’s Hot Chicken and Post Malone’s Raising Cane’s cell truck to Spicy Pie’s basic pepperoni and jalapeño slice. Softies Burgerkeeps it easy with handheld smashburgers — good gasoline whereas hopping between levels.
Afters Ice Cream’s Milky Buns will be featured at Coachella in 2026. Coachella
Sweet treats & desert desserts
When the Indio warmth rises, festival-goers can cool off with a candy lineup. Highlights embody Churrería El Moro’s Mexican churros, Afters Ice Cream’s iconic Milky Buns, McConnell’s Fine Ice Creams for a high-end scoop, and Backyard Bowls’ refreshing fruit-packed acai bowls — the right desert reset.
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