The Alamo Restaurant
The Alamo Restaurant is located in Salton City on the eastern shore of the Salton Sea. This family-friendly restaurant is casual and features outdoor seating. The staff here is bilingual, and though the fare is predominately Mexican, burgers and sandwiches are also served. Inside is a market that serves ingredients for traditional Mexican dishes.
Alamo Restaurant
2100 S. Marina Drive
Salton City, CA 92274
(760) 394-1333
Aspen in the Desert Restaurant
Aspen in the Desert Restaurant can be found approximately 20 miles south of the Salton Sea in an area referred to as the Imperial Valley. This restaurant is open every day of the week for breakfast, lunch and dinner.
Aspen in the Desert recently opened its Aspen Lounge, which is where the night spot Club Envy is hosted. This restaurant also has conference center facilities for banquets and other events. The dinner menu offers American and Italian entrees such as fettuccine alfredo, shrimp scampi, tilapia filets, and steak and lobster.
Aspen in the Desert Restaurant
595 W. Main St.
Brawley, CA 92227
(760) 344-4468
aspeninthedesertrestaurant.com
Steakhouse at the Inn
The Steakhouse at the Inn is a fine dining establishment that is situated inside the Calipatria Inn and Suites. Outdoor dining is available in the courtyard that overlooks the hotel swimming pool.
Everything served here is grilled outdoors with the exception of a few menu items like pizza and fried shrimp. The types of steaks grilled and served include rib eye, New York strip, and tri tip. Other favorites include barbecue chicken, pork and spare ribs.
Steakhouse at the Inn
700 N. Sorenson Ave.
Calipatria, CA 92233
(760) 348-7770
calipatriainn.com
Subway
If you're seeking familiar and nutritious dining, Subway in Thermal is located in the Torrez-Martinez Travel Center, and serves all of the popular sandwich options. Some menu features are the fresh fit options and the hot and toasted line of sandwiches that include meatball marinara. Catering is available in addition to the side orders and desserts are offered.
Subway
3095 State Highway 86
Thermal, CA 92274
(760) 395-1390
subway.com
Travertine Grill
Travertine Grill is located at the Salton Sea and is the most popular eatery in the area for locals and travelers. There is booth as well as bar seating available in this casual restaurant. American and Mexican fare is served for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Popular dinner options include barbecue ribs, steaks, burgers, tacos, fajitas and burritos.
Travertine Grill
1209 Van Buren Ave.
Salton City, CA 92274
(760) 394-0040
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