Best of Calexico, CA
The best restaurants, cafés, bars, shops and things to do in Calexico, CA — mapped and organized by category.
About Calexico
Calexico is a border city in southern Imperial County that forms part of the larger Imperial Valley region. Economically linked with the nearby Mexican capital of Mexicali, it lies roughly 122 miles east of San Diego. The community began as a small tent settlement before being incorporated in 1908.
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Hampton Inn by Hilton
Hampton Inn by Hilton is located at 2501 Scaroni Road.
View details →Best Hotels in Calexico
5 places · Where to stay, from budget-friendly to boutique.
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BEST WESTERN John Jay Inn
The BEST WESTERN John Jay Inn is a hotel located in Colonia Nueva.
Best Restaurants in Calexico
19 places · Where to eat, from neighborhood staples to standout kitchens.
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Museo Valle de Mexicali
Museo Valle de Mexicali is a Mexican breakfast restaurant located in Colonia Nueva.
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Wood Restaurant
Wood Restaurant is a dining spot located in the Colonia Nueva neighborhood.
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Asadero El Compa Victor
Asadero El Compa Victor is a Mexican restaurant located in the Fraccionamiento Villafontana neighborhood.
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CHEF PANDA Asian Kitchen
CHEF PANDA Asian Kitchen serves a variety of asian dishes in the Fraccionamiento Villafontana area.
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China Imperial
China Imperial is a Chinese restaurant located in the Fraccionamiento Villafontana neighborhood.
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Décadas Restaurant & Bar
Décadas Restaurant & Bar offers a casual dining experience in Colonia Nueva.
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Happy Garden
Happy Garden offers a range of Chinese dishes in the neighborhood of Colonia Nueva.
Best Cafés & Coffee in Calexico
7 places · Coffee shops, roasters and casual spots to linger.
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Royal Tea House
The Royal Tea House offers a variety of bubble tea in the Colonia Nueva neighborhood.
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CINCO Café
CINCO Café serves coffee, pizza, and sandwiches in the Colonia Nueva neighborhood.
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Café Azteca
Café Azteca serves coffee, Mexican and Chinese dishes in the Colonia Nueva neighborhood.
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Origen Café + Cocina
Origen Café + Cocina offers Mexican coffee shop fare in Fraccionamiento Villafontana.
Best Bars & Nightlife in Calexico
7 places · Cocktail bars, pubs and where the night goes.
Best Shops in Calexico
27 places · Independent boutiques, bookstores and places to browse.
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Aeropostale
Aeropostale is a retail store located in the Fraccionamiento Villafontana.
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La Estrellita
Located in Colonia Nueva, La Estrellita offers a variety of local goods for shoppers.
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Collection Corner
Collection Corner is a small shop located in Colonia Nueva that offers unique items.
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Diez Or Less
Diez Or Less is a shop located in Colonia Nueva that offers a variety of items for everyday use.
Best Parks & Outdoors in Calexico
34 places · Green space, gardens and room to breathe.
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Nosotros Little League Field
Nosotros Little League Field is a community park located on Calexico Street.
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Centro de Rehabilitación Integral (CRI)
Centro de Rehabilitación Integral (CRI) is a public park offering green space for relaxation.
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Deportistas Unidos de Mexicali
Deportistas Unidos de Mexicali is a park located in Mexicali.
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Emerson Field
Emerson Field is a public park that offers open green space for recreation and community events.
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