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    11 Central

    4.0 (134 reviews)
    Closed 4:00 pm - 9:30 PM

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    What's the vibe?
    Moderate noise
    Upscale
    Classy
    Outdoor seating

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    Carrie

    Every dish was not only delicious but also beautifully presented. I have always felt like valued guest, and the overall experience was worth every penny. This is a restaurant that truly exceeds expectations and delivers a memorable meal every time

    a plate of steak and a glass of water
    Rodney M.

    What a fun evening with my friends. We were in the area and one of my friends made the suggestion and reservations. Great space with lots of room for groups but the ability for a nice intimate table for two. The staff was very accommodating and professional. Made our evening special. The menu offered options for the group and man what a spread. It was great to see my friends from out of town and 11 Central was perfect. Thank you.

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    Smeeth W.

    We sent several days in Portland Maine and had a great time there but foods are expensive. When we drove to Bangor we were surprised how much cheaper foods are and still maintain great quality. This place has amazing and innovative seafoods, like lobster pizza. And the ambiance is great

    Pumpkin cheesecake
    Linda I.

    We really enjoyed our dinner at 11 Central. The elk chowder bowl is huge and really filling. Everyone else enjoyed their pasta as. We finished it with pumpkin cheesecake that was really light and delicate. Our server was superb. The place inside is a little dark so it gets hard to see. There are free parking on the side of the street

    James R.

    Central is a very good dining option if you are in Bangor. The restaurant has a very welcoming and warm feeling with its exposed brick walls and lighting. The whisky sour with mint was fairly adventurous tasting like a mojito with whisky. I tried the elk corn soup which was more like a heart chili. The flavor came together well. It was so hearty it could be a meal in itself. My scallops as main course were good but the scallops were not in abundance and the dish was more pasta based than I would have expected. The menu is expansive ranging from the seafood to pizza. More menu focus may be better. Server staff were pleasant and accommodating. Overall, I would return and like to try some of the other dishes.

    This was the salmon with grilled vegetables . Delicious a must try
    Mary G.

    This restraunt is wonderful. Upper scale restraunt and it's very relaxing. We sat at the bar to eat and was plenty of room to eat. Everyone was very nice and attentively served our every needs. I got the smoked salmon plate appetizer and my man got the nachos. Both were delicious. He got a pizza and I got the salmon plate. Both were very tasty and delicious. We will definitely go back and I recommend going. They are a bit pricey but you get what you pay for. The restraunt was nicely decorated and very,very clean. It's a must try

    Pasta!!
    Cynthia D.

    11 Central is about heading to Downtown Bangor for an evening out, sitting at the bar or grabbing a table, enjoying a tasty beverage or eating a meal. We usually have to wait for a table, which isn't a problem, it's expected for most of the places we enjoy! The best part of 11 Central is the atmosphere, the art work (which is for sale!), and the friendly, outgoing staff. We originally sat at the bar while waiting for our table. In hindsight, we should have just stayed at the bar! We waiting so long for our food. I imagine it's challenging to time it correctly, especially when you do not order an appetizer. We weren't in a rush, so it was fine. I ordered the salmon and Dan ordered the pasta. His was delicious! My salmon was ok. A little on the fishy side. The squash was the bomb!!! I could have eaten a whole tub of that! She sold a painting while we were there, that was cool! The artist lives in Portland (area). There are one or two I have my eye on. If you are in Downtown-definitely check out 11 Central. A great Bangor eatery.

    Incredible fine smoked salmon plate. Note the head of roasted garlic in the center.
    David J.

    Best meal we have had in a long time. Decor is casual with exposed brick and black tablecloths. Well select new music was never intrusive. They have a pizza menu we ignored. We shared a quality smoked salmon appetizer plate with a whole roasted head of garlic, herbed cream cheese, capers, red onions and tomatoes. Then seafood fettuccine for me and scallop pasta for my wife. All the shellfish was perfectly cooked and seasoned. Portions were large. Great cocktail program. And nice wine and beer list. Derrick the waiter was terrific. Innovative menu well executed. It is our new favorite Bangor restaurant.

    Flavorful scallops fra diavolo over vegetables! Delicious!!!
    Lawrence C.

    What a FIVE STAR experience!!! Upon entry to the restaurant, my wife and I were warmly greeted by the hostess. We did not have a reservation, yet were immediately escorted to a choice table by the window. The restaurant had a good vibe to it, with a slight buzz throughout. The diners (and staff) all seemed to be enjoying themselves. Our waiter, Kelly, promptly appeared to welcome us, and inquire about drinks or cocktails. We ordered two different wines by the glass (a Gruner Veltliner from Austria and a Syrah/Grenache blend from Australia) for which she very knowledgably shared the tasting notes of each. Upon delivering our wines, our waiter asked if we were ready to order our dinner, and we proceeded to discuss the extensive offerings of both the regular menu and the various daily specials. There was an abundance of wonderfully described dishes. Hot bread was served with our salads, and delivered throughout the meal. My wife ordered the fresh swordfish, and the chef was very accommodating to prepare the dish without the herbed butter, as is their norm. My scallops fra diavolo was exquisite, with large grilled scallops and just the right amount of heat. My request to substitute the vegetable instead of pasta was graciously provided. Dinner was completed with one order of one of the house specialties: a flourless chocolate torte, which was simply divine. Our server was attentive, unobtrusive, and thoroughly professional. This was a most satisfying dinner and experience that highlighted our two week travels throughout the Northeast. Certainly the BEST in Maine!!!!

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    Great food, atmosphere and great service. The crab cakes and shrimp scampi was excellent.

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    The food is excellent! The owner is fantastic! The atmosphere is awesome! This is a great addition to downtown Bangor! Highly recommend!

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    Nice vibe, great stop before a show. Had two of my favorites: Lamb and duck! Would definitely go back

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    Used to be good but has really gone down hill. Only the pizza is decent now. Very expensive

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    Took a trip north for a concert at the outdoor arena last weekend. We didn't have much time to put…read moreany thought into where we would like to go so we took a stroll down __ street. Seasons was packed which caught our attention. We ate light. Our meal consisted of the buff chicken Cesar wrap and fries. Classic wrap, exactly what you expect from a place like Seasons. On the other hand, the fries were awesome. Super crispy and small just how we like them. The service was kinda funny. We had a woman who was older. Lovely lady but she definitely had a hard time keeping up with the demand. If she was quicker we probably would have ordered more.

    We have only gone here once recently, though my sister has more experience there. It is huge and…read morehas a humongous parking lot, which I gather they need on the nights there are concerts across the street. (I have heard they offer concert parking if you eat there, but it just word of mouth so I would ask if that interests you.) We went for lunch, however, on a Monday and it was slow. There are a lot of TVs on the walls, more than I have ever seen in a sports bar. Even in the rest rooms! I can imagine how busy they are on game days there. We shared out appetizers: nachos with guacamole on the side, and naked chicken wings with dipping sauce. I don't think any of us would rave about the offerings, but it was fine for pub grub. It took a while to get the food, but we were chatting and didn't mind. The waitress was friendly and helpful. I wouldn't say it was a memorable experience, and as we live in Dexter we won't exactly be regulars there. There are so many other restaurants to try! But if someone has a reason to want to meet us there, I wouldn't complain. It is good for pub grub.

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