El Centro, California Restaurant Closures and Closed Restaurants

Welcome to El Centro, California, a vibrant city with a population of 50,402, located in the heart of the Imperial Valley. Known for its rich agricultural heritage and proximity to the picturesque Anza-Borrego Desert State Park, El Centro has seen its fair share of dining establishments. Unfortunately, several beloved eateries have faced closures, including those that are permanently closed, temporarily closed, or have shut down entirely. Join us as we explore the story behind these closed down restaurants.

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China Express – El Centro – 445 E Main St
445 E Main St
El Centro, CA 92243
Status: Closed Permanently
Kotori Japanese food – El Centro – 773 E Danenberg Dr
773 E Danenberg Dr
El Centro, CA 92243
Status: Closed Permanently
Sushi Mall – El Centro – 3451 Dogwood Ave
3451 Dogwood Ave
El Centro, CA 92243
Status: Closed Permanently
Greek Star – El Centro – Valley Mall
Valley Mall
El Centro, CA 92243
Status: Closed Permanently
Sprinkles Donuts & Deli – El Centro – 1404 S 4Th St
1404 S 4Th St
El Centro, CA 92243
Status: Closed Permanently
612 SUSHI BAR – El Centro – 612 Main St
612 Main St
El Centro, CA 92243
Status: Closed Permanently
612 SUSHI BAR – El Centro – 612 Main St
612 Main St
El Centro, CA 92243
Status: Closed Permanently
Kotori – El Centro – 496 W State St
496 W State St
El Centro, CA 92243
Status: Closed Permanently
Quality Inn El Centro I-8 – El Centro – 1455 Ocotillo Dr
1455 Ocotillo Dr
El Centro, CA 92243
Status: Closed Permanently
Golden Corral Buffet & Grill – El Centro – 2018 N Imperial Ave
2018 N Imperial Ave
El Centro, CA 92243
Status: Closed Permanently
Sonic Drive-In – El Centro – 2299 N Imperial Ave
2299 N Imperial Ave
El Centro, CA 92243
Status: Closed Permanently
Subway – El Centro – 3451 S Dogwood Ave #Fc – 8
3451 S Dogwood Ave #Fc - 8
El Centro, CA 92243
Status: Closed Permanently
McDonald’s – El Centro – 2150 N Waterman Ave
2150 N Waterman Ave
El Centro, CA 92243
Status: Closed Permanently
Carrows Restaurants – El Centro – 1002 N Imperial Ave
1002 N Imperial Ave
El Centro, CA 92243
Status: Closed Permanently
Dogwood Sports Bar & Grill – El Centro – 3603 S Dogwood Rd
3603 S Dogwood Rd
El Centro, CA 92243
Status: Closed Permanently
SUBWAY®Restaurants РEl Centro Р1702 N Imperial Ave
1702 N Imperial Ave
El Centro, CA 92243
Status: Closed Permanently
Wendy’s – El Centro – 740 N Imperial Ave
740 N Imperial Ave
El Centro, CA 92243
Status: Closed Permanently
Bites n Brews – El Centro – 775 E Danenberg Dr
775 E Danenberg Dr
El Centro, CA 92243
Status: Closed Permanently
Burgers & Beer – El Centro – 3451 S Dogwood Rd #1396
3451 S Dogwood Rd #1396
El Centro, CA 92243
Status: Closed Permanently
The Courtroom Restaurant – El Centro – 841 Main St
841 Main St
El Centro, CA 92243
Status: Closed Permanently
Pho Bay – El Centro – 445 E Main St
445 E Main St
El Centro, CA 92243
Status: Closed Permanently
TOGO’S Sandwiches – El Centro – 1573 Main St
1573 Main St
El Centro, CA 92243
Status: Closed Permanently
Strangers West – El Centro – 612 Main St
612 Main St
El Centro, CA 92243
Status: Closed Permanently
Cafe 101 – El Centro – 548 Broadway
548 Broadway
El Centro, CA 92243
Status: Closed Permanently
Sambo’s – El Centro – 609 N Imperial Ave
609 N Imperial Ave
El Centro, CA 92243
Status: Closed Permanently

Sambo's was located at 609 N Imperial Ave, El Centro, CA 92243. The restaurant has been demolished.

Naugles
1540 Ocotillo Dr
El Centro, CA 92243
Status: Closed Permanently

The location at 1540 Ocotillo Dr, El Centro, CA 92243, is now occupied by a Del Taco.