📍 El Centro, California

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Most populous city below sea level

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About El Centro

El Centro serves as the county seat of Imperial County and the principal city of the El Centro metropolitan area in southeastern California. Located just under 20 miles from Mexicali, it anchors the Southern California Border Region within the Imperial Valley. It holds the distinction of being the most populous U.S. city to lie entirely below sea level.

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Antojitos Como en Casa

Antojitos Como en Casa is a Mexican restaurant located at 425 Desert Gardens Drive.

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Best Hotels in El Centro

14 places · Where to stay, from budget-friendly to boutique.

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Best Restaurants in El Centro

31 places · Where to eat, from neighborhood staples to standout kitchens.

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Best Bars & Nightlife in El Centro

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Best Things to Do in El Centro

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Best Shops in El Centro

21 places · Independent boutiques, bookstores and places to browse.

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Best Parks & Outdoors in El Centro

23 places · Green space, gardens and room to breathe.

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