6 Best Japanese Restaurants near El Centro

“Best sushi spot in the Imperial Valley by miles!“

“One of my fav poke places in El Centro � I can’t wait to go again“

“Rico pero lo malo es que nunca tienen basil para la sopa pho“

“My son invited my husband and I to dinner tonight, and even though they were short staffed the food was AMAZING! Their sushi was the best I’ve tried in The Valley, and the ingredients were fresh! The wait time was not too long and the staff was very friendly! We definitely look forward to coming back soon! Thank you!! the spicy ramen was EVERYTHING!“

“I decided to visit this location after craving sushi, I hadn’t been here in a couple of years and wasn’t sure if ownership had changed. Upon entering, I immediately noticed a strong sewage-like odor, which was unfortunately off-putting and made me a bit nauseous at first. While you do get somewhat used to it after sitting for a while, it definitely affected the overall dining experience and would likely keep me from returning unless it’s addressed.

Service-wise, we stood for a bit before realizing dine-in guests are seated and do not order at the register, but once we were settled, our food arrived within about 30 minutes, which was nice. There were only a few other tables and a couple of takeout orders at the time.

The food itself was good! My partner had a teriyaki bowl that came with soup and four pieces of sushi, and I ordered a breaded roll. The portions were generous and well-priced for what we got.

Overall, the food and service were solid, but the odor and overall ambiance took away from the experience. If those issues were improved, this location could definitely have much more appeal.“

“I was looking for great-tasting sushi, and my friend Sal recommended me The Sushi Spot in Imperial, California. We visited the place and did not disappoint. Our food was delicious and the staff very professional and attentive. This place is a must!!!“