The breakfast food is very good here! I have had the pancakes and the raisins bread French Toast. Another visit, I had Cream of Crab Soup in a bread bowl. Diner atmosphere. Service was acceptable. read more

Been here since I was a little girl. Took my daughter here for breakfast and prices are still great, great service and good food.

I'm surprised I haven't made a review yet. I've been here multiple times since 2019 and they have never let me down. The coffee is pretty good, I got it with my lunch. Not the best, but definitely good enough to warrant a refill or two. I have noticed that especially the past year or two the majority of servers are juveniles, and some just act like them. One loudly exclaimed to another server "You're making BANK today!" as they were counting their tips. I overheard a couple talking to a waitress and the man said something like 'I still don't know how you got pregnant' and the waitress answered 'By having sex.' Sure it was an accurate answer but it was rhetorical, and she just made it awkward. Being the last day of York's Restaurant Week, I just had to try one of their RW specials they were offering. I got the black and bleu buffalo burger. It was cooked perfectly and had a nice presentation. I think this should be added to the menu permanently, but there's already a lot being offered. It was also priced decently too, $12 for the burger and fries. Although the menu said coleslaw as the side, I got fries instead. To me this is a minor issue, they should have at least let me know and I still would have ordered it but servers should be completely transparent. Our server was excellent; attentive and made us feel welcome. I'm glad we had one of the good ones. My fiancee ordered the turkey and swiss croissant sandwich and the cream of potato soup of the day. She was in love with that sandwich, I could tell because she repeatedly told me that "it was fire." She is extremely picky so this meant a lot to finally take her somewhere and not hear "it's fine." She also really liked her soup too. Overall, this is a reliable, "ol' faithful" staple in York City. A great place for breakfast, lunch or dinner that you know you won't be disappointed. They definitely have a couple quirks but the quality of food always ends up making me full and happy. read more

Central Family Restaurant - Black and Bleu Buffalo Burger - American Near Me - York, Pennsylvania

Karl and the "gang" treat everyone very well. Seldom do you see the owner walk from table to table to ask how your meal is. Karl always walks the floor! If you don't like your meal, they will do what it takes to make you satisfied. Food is always good and served in a timely fashion. This is a nice, reasonably priced, neighborhood restaurant we visit weekly. Well done Karl and the Gang! read more

We have been here multiple times. Yum this is always such a reliable place to eat at! We normally go on Sundays for brunch, and we have eaten here a few times with that. The breakfast section of their menu is smaller than expected, but they have all of the good classics, and even the special. I always have gotten their lunch side. From what I can remember, every time I've gone there I've gotten the same entree, the turkey and swiss croissant sandwich. This sandwich is so tasty! That also includes a yummy bowl of soup as the side. They normally have at least 3 different kinds of soups, and they're always delicious. Typically will have a daily print out saying what their specials are for that day. Service is always good/okay when we go. Last time the wait staff was incredibly loud, but they were mostly teenagers. You can definitely tell that the restaurant is old based on the inside appearance and decor, but whatever it just adds character. read more

Central Family Restaurant - Turkey & Swiss Croissant Sandwich - American Near Me - York, Pennsylvania

Food was cold after waiting half hour for it. This was 1:30 pm. Quality of burger poor. Fries cold. Restroom had no toilet paper or paper towels!! read more

The food was amazing here! Service was awesome. Our waitress name was Kria We were traveling in to Baltimore from Hamburg, Pennsylvania and I came across this restaurant. The service was awesome. They need about 10 more our waitress! Highly recommended the restaurant was very clean and very busy! read more

The staff is super kind. I messed up ordering a Buffalo steak (I googled it and it was a picture of a steak that showed up) but anyway to my surprise it was a very large hamburger patty in the shape of a steak my waitress ja-tanya gave me the oh...hunny you poor thing look but did get me the delmonico steak and I'm taking it the manager/owner brought it out and asked how I liked it so because of their kindness they got an added star the food is typical small town diner type of taste/quality nothing extravagant but ok. Ambience is old country-ish themed older decor older style. This isn't a go to spot but just something because it's close to home read more

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We have been customers at this restaurant for many years ! Even my grandson loves to go here ! Been taking him to Central since he was 4/5 Is now 16 !Always good food and good prices ! ! ! Recommend ! ! read more

Always fast service and good food at a reasonable price. The servers are very efficient and the menu is very broad cause you lots of selection. read more

This place is a 10 out of 10!!! The food is delicious. The pancakes were perfectly fluffy, the potatoes were perfectly cooked and the service was so friendly. We all enjoyed our meals. Best food I've had on my trip! I highly recommend. Amazing all around read more

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The name says, "family" and that's what we took there. We had a group of 6 for dinner. We like to eat at locally-owned restaurants, and we weren't disappointed. Server was friendly, accommodating, and helpful. Comfort food and lots of it. Interesting dishes. I had a Shepherd Pot Pie; think shepherd's pie in a crust. Two sides were delicious; the cheesy cauliflower was especially good. Big desserts, including pie. read more

I was amazing about this place I lived in York for many years and always seen this place and always pass it up but I'm glad I stop by yesterday the restaurant has rich history of old York good food good service and prices are not bad the coral on blue was very good would be definitely going back soon read more

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Great to be be there on Father's Day. One of my Dad's favorite restaurants ( miss you Dad) Outdoor seating. Staff was wearing masks. Our meals were delicious. Western omelets and egg and olive sandwich. read more

Central Family Restaurant - American Near Me - York, Pennsylvania

This was my first visit in about 20 years. The interior has not changed. My server tonight I believe was new. There was a bunch of small things that happened that some people may have been upset. She was very positive and apologetic for everything. My order was not exactly what I wanted. But it was ok. I will come back here . What I did get had a good flavor. I would like to try other menu items. When I'm hungry for them. For the city of York this is a good choice. read more

I've never had a bad meal here. Granted, it's usually breakfast, but I have had dinner and it's always awesome. But the breakfast...so much better and fresher than the OTHER popular diner around here (you know the one..tick tock tick tock) Great service, a real down-home atmosphere, and Delicious food! Love it!!! read more

We came here multiple times with some very demanding people in our group. Our waitress did a great job with service and handling everyone. Food was good. Give it a try. read more

Typical diner experience. Friendly staff. Old time feel. Comfort food. Very basic for a nice home style breakfast. It's nothing fancy but it's good and reasonable price. read more

I yelped a breakfast spot close and found Central. Yelp reviews led me to a family friendly "hole in the wall" in what appeared to a be a downtown area of York, PA. We did have to make our way thru some off-tilt humans to get there, but when inside, Central lived up to previous reviews. Our hostess was pleasant and the waitress was personable and efficient. The food was served hot, quickly and with grandma kitchen feel. Don't judge a book by its cover - make your way to Central if you are in the area. As I told the friends I was with; yelp never disappoints. I may not review every place I go to - but this one, I told them, was worth a rip. read more

An off day. Restaurant almost empty, took over an hour to get a sandwich, bathroom unclean, staff communication by yelling to each other. Coming here since 1984, but I think I'll skip weekends from now on. Food was fine. read more

I stared at Dark Lord Mercival across a Formica tabletop. As a husky man, he was uncomfortable in the narrow booth. And I was fine with that. I wanted him uncomfortable. It was going to be a weird meeting. When the server approached, the smell of fried chicken was in the air and I couldn't resist, but Mercival insisted he could only stay for dessert. As long as I do this job I will never get used to the sight of a dark arts practitioner ordering a hot fudge sundae and sitting in a booth beaming about how "scrumptious" it is. You'd think that enjoyment of something so good would brighten the mood of the old goth freak, but nope. He still wanted the vials of blood from the Schoop Estate. Despite how good the ice cream was, I couldn't convince him to cut me some slack. Still, as we left the establishment to finish our negotiations, I saw him smile, lick the spoon with his forked tongue, and giggle. That's an image that will haunt me. read more

An absolute favorite for breakfast in York PA . The menu is varied and everything is delicious. They have breakfast specials every day through the week at a reduced cost. They are so good and so inexpensive. You just can't believe it when you get eggs, potatoes, and meat the potatoes are the kind of potatoes that your mom used to peel and fry. I can't say enough good things about the place, I'm going to be moving and I'm going to miss it very very much. The white staff is always excellent and the owner is frequently they're working as well give it a try and you won't be disappointed. read more

My husband and I have been going here for quite a few years. Food has always been good and the variety is nice. I have noticed since vivid they have had new servers and sometimes that takes awhile to work out. Everyone is always pleasant and the owner is usually there asking how everything is, he has created a nice homey place where we see many of the same diners many times. My husband loves the Flintstone ham steat, it takes up the whole plate, also when they have the smoked pork chops they are a favorite. A great place e to eat, there aren't many around anymore read more

good food. breakfast all day. large menu. the turkey stuffing mashed potatoes and gravy was from sliced turkey that they baked. cheap prices. read more

Ordered carry-out from their website at 11:55 for a 1:15 pick-up and card was charged. Arrived at 1:10 to be told "we never got an order and you should have called." Rude, but whatever. Not going to order again and wait, I picked up from elsewhere. Check my phone and have a missed call from delivery.com (their supposed delivery partner) at 12:20 saying that the restaurant cancelled the order and they would process a refund "soon." Food is typical diner food, nothing special but tastes good, but will not be giving them any more business after being lied to about not receiving pickup orders. read more

Even at times like this, when the world seems to be closed. Central's service with "to-go" was amazing. We love their service and their staff. read more

Central Family Restaurant - American Near Me - York, Pennsylvania

Dang So we decided since it's a Sunday morning and busy we would sit at the counter. It's almost always entertaining and this time it didn't fail us. After listening to the political views of a guy who's probably in his late 200's (Geez) I learned I have the ability to shove wonderful pancakes in my mouth instead of bringing on WW3. The server must have been afraid of Mr 200 cuz it took her 10 minutes of standing at the register to come take our order. The food was very good and I must say that they have the best orange juice. I had an enjoyable breakfast. Food is usually pretty good. Service is 50/50 read more

The broiled Haddock was pretty good but my wife's Triple salad was terrible, loaded with mayo. We definitely won't be going there in the future. read more

I had Eggs, scrapple, home fries and toast. Waitress was friendly and attentive. The home fries and scrapple were crispy as I had requested. My only complaint was the eggs. I don't know how other people feel, but when I order scrambled eggs, I want scrambled eggs. Not a plain omelette, which is what I got. read more

We had never been here before. The wait staff are incredibly friendly, the restaurant is CLEAN, and the food is fantastic! I was unsure of what the soup of the day consisted of & the waitress brought me a sample to try. I ordered the ' chicken supreme' soup and it came served in a bread bowl. Yesssss , it was sooo gooood!!! Hubby had the fried chicken ( made to order so it was piping hot), baked potato, and apple sauce. I think we may have found a new place to get our grub on. read more

Central Family Restaurant - Chicken Supreme served in a bread bowl - American Near Me - York, Pennsylvania

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A great spot to feel right at home!!! Food and service are wonderful and portion size is very good!! Keep supporting local businesses during this time so they survive and are around for many years to come!!! read more

Sunday morning breakfast. Big, bustling diner atmosphere. Large menu, friendly staff. Ordered the smoked sausage and cheese omelet. The smoked sausage was phenomenal. Home fries a little under. Not enough crispy bits. Wife had the Hungarian pancake. Strawberries, pecans, overstuffed with whipped cream. Very very sweet. Enjoyed our meal. Huge portions! Fun breakfast. read more

First of all the service is very good. I went there because everybody brags about the fried chicken. I don't know if you don't normally season the dredge, but you should. The coating was basically fried flour with no flavor. The dark meat was fine but the white meat was over cooked and dry. I will return for some of the other offerings but not for the fried chicken unfortunately. read more

Have not been here for years. We were downtown for business. Glad we stopped. Insides the same. Could use a little updating but under these dire circumstances I totally get it. Food and service were spot on. Great value and enough food to fill you up. Hopefully won't wait as long for next visit. read more

We were drawn here from the good reviews on yelp (4 star average) but were heartily disappointed in our experience. The service was friendly but extremely slow and our waitress was...forgetful to put it nicely. We ordered sandwiches, wings, and haddock and the food took 45 minutes despite the dining room being mostly empty. When the food arrived, one of our party's order was incorrect and the correction took at least another 20 minutes. We considered getting dessert but shied away from it out of fear of being stuck in the restaurant longer, so we got it to go. The food was average, nothing worth noting in the end. Probably won't come here again. The waitress did end up apologizing, so at least there's that. And the prices were fair, at times good. read more

Awesome breakfast! The servers are always very attentive and extremely nice. I wish they would work with UberEats.......Door Dash is a hassle to deal with. Also wish they would serve BIG salads with cucumbers and better greens than ice burg. Their fried shrimp are terrific! read more

I have enjoyed every meal I have had here. Central is so much better than your typical diner.

I don't write a lot of reviews, usually I do when the service is extremely terrible or extremely awesome. This place is by far the latter. My absolute biggest take away from here wasn't really about their food. A couple of weeks ago on a Sunday evening, 8 of my friends and I were driving back to Washington, DC from Harrisburg and decided to stop and get something to eat. When we walked in, the staff were friendly and immediately and easily accommodated all of us. The first thing I did was ask about a plug, as my cellphone was dying (like 15% battery left), my server went off to find out if they could plug it in for me, while I went to my car to grab my own charger. When I came back inside, I approached who I thought was the manager (didn't realize until we were leaving later on that he was actually the owner - super nice guy) and asked about plugging in my phone. He looked in a couple places around the restaurant to see about an open outlet, to no avail. He said he would be right back, and went into the kitchen. I thought he was looking for an open plug in there. Turns out he went to grab his personal industrial looking battery/charger/car starter thing that was about as large as an Xbox controller. Anyway, he handed it to me without hesitation and let me use it to charge my phone while I was there. He ended up leaving without asking for it back, although I did leave it with the manager on duty. He went way above what he had to. I mean seriously he could have just told me flat out no, or looked around not seen any open plugs and said sorry I can't help you, but instead he got something that belonged to him and handed over to a complete stranger. Now that is not just GREAT customer service, that's just being an awesome person. Thanks Karl!! Anyhow, I had the sampler because I wanted to try some different things, including their AWESOME Pumpkin Pie shake that apparently had REAL pumpkin Pie in it. Seriously amazing!! I wanted more. All the food was great because it tasted like it was made from scratch, not store bought BS or frozen and then cooked. It also didn't have that overly greasy, reheated flavor that you usually get at a diner or greasy spoon kind of place. Everyone I was with absolutely loved his or her food as well. A couple of people had some Venison steaks and said they were perfect. Our server couldn't have been friendlier and the over all atmosphere was what we were looking for at the time. The pricing was pretty decent for the amount of food they give you. At any chain restaurant, the same price would barely get you a child size portion. It was well worth it. Honestly, the only complaint anyone had after we left was how horrible it was that they weren't closer to Washington, D.C. The next time I go back north into Pennsylvania, I WILL definitely be stopping in to get some more food from them. I definitely recommend Central Family Restaurant - if you don't at least stop in and try something, you're missing out. read more

Eating here with a group of 9 of us from out of town was honestly one of the highlights of my life. The server immediately brought us samples of a special pumpkin milkshake for the season. And the manager let us use a cordless charger for our dying phones. We were an extremely diverse group of people, including one person who is highly picky, yet everyone there had their expectations far exceeded. Some of the best things we had: deer sirloin, deer sausage, the local sampler plate (including regional specialties like corn fritters and buttered pretzel sticks with parmesan), and the milkshakes. Places like this are what makes local travel still great in the U.S. - as if the standards, quality, and reasonable prices from generations ago have been fully preserved. Highly recommended. read more

Love comming here for breakfast, food tastes good and you never have to wait long for your meal.