Best restaurants near me in El Centro, CA

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18 restaurants available nearby

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1. Mona Lisa Cocktails & Cuisine

4.6

Exceptional(95)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Italian • El Centro

Booked 2 times today

Step into Mona Lisa, an opulent haven of Italian cuisine. Discover a culinary masterpiece where prime steaks are elevated to perfection, accompanied by meticulously curated sides that redefine indulgence. Our open bar offers an endless selection of finely crafted cocktails and wines, enhancing every moment. With an ambiance of refined luxury, Mona Lisa invites you to savor the art of flavor in every bite of our prime steaks, making your dining experience unforgettable.

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2. Mr. Tempo Sports Bar & Cantina

4.8

Exceptional(2)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Mexican • El Centro

Mr.Tempo Sports Bar & Cantina NOW OPEN in the city of El Centro!Come and enjoy the unique experience with one of a kind drinks and food. #MASCHINGON

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3. Bodega 8 - Mexicali

4.7

Exceptional(176)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Mexican • Mexicali

Booked 6 times today

Un sitio vanguardista y acogedor con toques campestres, con un Menú que une la cocina norestense y de la Baja.

4. Corazón Artesano

4.7

Exceptional(81)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• International • Mexicali

Booked 8 times today

Our dishes and mixology are made with a selection of ingredients from Baja, seeking harmony in texture, taste, and aroma that aim to revive emotions and generate a feeling of nostalgia. Where the aroma of smoke, firewood, and embers ignite our comforting memories.

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5. Palominos - Mexicali

4.5

Awesome(107)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Steakhouse • Mexicali

Palominos is considered as one of the best Mexican steakhouses in Mexicali. We have the highest quality of steaks both national and international. Our restaurant is ideal for a family gathering, private event or a work meeting. We have tables in our interior and exterior, terrace and private rooms. In our menu, you can find our house recommendations: Black Onyx from Australia, Rib Eye Aguachile and our famous Bacanora Filet from Rancho el 17. Our extensive bar drinks, mixology, and great ambience will make your visit a unique experience.

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6. Mochomos - Mexicali

4.9

Exceptional(70)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Meat • Mexicali

Sonoran RestaurantMochomos is a haute cuisine restaurant, where the richness of Sonora is mixed with the best ingredients, flavors, colors, textures and aromas: within an environment that surrounds you to enjoy the most exquisite dishes for the most demanding palate.

7. Brasero del norte

4.8

Exceptional(97)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Mexican • Mexicali

MARZO 2021 ... Botanero ➕ Cortes ➕ Tacos ➕ cervezas GRUPO LA CORRIENTE®️

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8. Quiriego Restaurante

4.7

Exceptional(42)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Regional Mexican • Mexicali

Cocina Rústica estilo Sonorense! Completamente familiar, con menú de desayunos y menú para comida - cena, contamos con espacios ideales para tu evento de reunión de trabajo, conferencia, cumpleaños. Música en vivo en fines de semana y amplia terraza. Ven y prueba nuestros platillos estrella; salmón menier, chamorro confitado, cortes Premium y la mejor mixología!

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9. ALDEANO RESTAURANTE

4.8

Exceptional(4)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• International • Mexicali

Aldeano es el nuevo proyecto del querido Chef Beto González, un mexicalense de corazón, que nos invita a disfrutar de una experiencia única, donde lo rural se encuentra con lo urbano. Su menú, lleno de sabores que recorren diversas culturas, lleva siempre un toque especial de Mexicali, el cual ha conquistado los corazones de todos a lo largo de los años. Ubicado en la Calle Novena, en la Zona Dorada, Aldeano es el lugar perfecto para relajarte, compartir momentos agradables y disfrutar de la buena comida en un ambiente acogedor.

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10. Cabanna - Mexicali

4.5

Awesome(24)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• International • Mexicali

Booked 1 time today

Restaurant Bar "Botanero y Casual" creado en el 2012 por Grupo Los Arcos. Cabanna es un lugar para compartir y disfrutar con amigos donde se nos transmite la cercanía con la playa, la ambientación y la música te transportan al mood de relajamiento de un lounge-bar, con la más alta calidad de mariscos del Pacifico acompañados de los más coloridos y coquetos drinks. 9 sucursales a nivel nacional: Culiacán, Tijuana, Mexicali, Guadalajara, Monterrey, CDMX, Ciudad Juárez y Puebla.

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Updated on 2/17/2025

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Jennifer
1 review
4.0
Dined 2 days ago
Overall it was a great experience. Service was great complementary cake and ice cream for my daughter 21st birthday was delicious. If I had one critique I would say that the egg plant parm could use some revisions. The eggplant was too thick and undercooked. Overall nice ambience and truffle fries…yummy.
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Mona Lisa Cocktails & CuisinePrice: Very Expensive• Italian• El Centro
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4.6
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Yesenia
Las Vegas •2 reviews
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
We spent Valentine’s Day at Bodega 8 in Mexicali. We arrived a bit ahead of our reservation time, but they seated us right away. We went with our usual favorites the octopus and the ribeye steak. The drinks were on point, and the dessert was incredible. We definitely recommend this place! The ambiance is charming and perfect for a romantic evening.
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Bodega 8 - MexicaliPrice: Very Expensive• Mexican• Mexicali
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4.7
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Eda
Chicago / Illinois •105 reviews
5.0
Dined on Jan 7, 2025
Mr. Tempo is a beautiful, festive and large restaurant perfect for hosting celebrations and parties of all sorts. They have a variety of seating formats for parties of all sizes. Definitely try their loco fries during Happy Hour which is all day except the hours between 6pm to 9pm. I tried their beef birria taco set and was impressed by the fried tortillas. The beef was a bit bland, but the fried outer shell makes up for it! I would return to try their other options.
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Mr. Tempo Sports Bar & CantinaPrice: Moderate• Mexican• El Centro
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4.8
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Rosela
Phoenix / Arizona •1 review
4.0
Dined on Dec 18, 2024
They took over 20min to sit us while we had a reservation. I guess it’s pretty busy this time of the year?
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Palominos - MexicaliPrice: Very Expensive• Steakhouse• Mexicali
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4.5
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Perla
Phoenix / Arizona •3 reviews
5.0
Dined on Nov 29, 2024
Great food and ambience. Staff was super helpful and nice
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Corazón ArtesanoPrice: Very Expensive• International• Mexicali
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4.7

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18 restaurants available nearby

1. Mona Lisa Cocktails & Cuisine

2. Mr. Tempo Sports Bar & Cantina

3. Bodega 8 - Mexicali

4. Corazón Artesano

5. Palominos - Mexicali

6. Mochomos - Mexicali

7. Brasero del norte

8. Quiriego Restaurante

9. ALDEANO RESTAURANTE

10. Cabanna - Mexicali

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