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    Centro Bar & Kitchen

    4.4 (659 reviews)
    Closed 4:00 pm - 10:00 PM

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    Pan Seared Corvina
    Sacha B.

    I am so glad that I decided to have my birthday at Centro! Everyone went above and beyond and the food was as amazing as always thanks to Chef Travis. Even though it was a Thursday night, it was very lively and full of fun. We tried a bunch of dishes but the Pan Seared Corvina was by far my favorite. And the team was top-tier! Between Erin, Ijere, and Travis, they really made my birthday truly amazing especially when they gave me a birthday card signed by the whole team. That will definitely be one of my favorite birthday memories for years to come!

    Roasted Cauliflower
    Emily P.

    Upper Midtown, can't decide where to eat, and want a little bit of everything? This is your spot! Centro offers a wide range of cuisines and drinks, and you can tell a lot of thought went into the menu. If you're spending your hard-earned dollars to vote for quality over quantity, Centro is a great choice. If you're focused on value for the price, you may leave a little conflicted. The vibe gets crowded during peak dinner hours. We sat at the bar and had fun watching the bartenders craft drinks and peek into the open kitchen at the same time. Food: We were very hungry and ordered five dishes plus a couple rounds of drinks. My FAVORITE: Grilled Octopus - Wowza. Deep smoky flavor in every bite that makes you want more. Served with a Cholula-style sauce and fresh jalapeños so you can control the heat (I cranked it all the way up). The roasted potatoes on the side were crispy outside, soft inside, and added great texture. Only complaint: I wanted a bigger portion. 10/10 Shawarma Spiced Chicken Meatballs - Easy win. Flavorful and comforting. The hummus complemented the meatballs without overpowering them. I didn't really taste the lemon, but we were also inhaling our food. Split between two people, you get about four bites each. 8/10 Roasted Cauliflower - Great flavors overall. Some pieces were larger than others, so the roast wasn't uniform, but still tasty. Bonus points for mushrooms because I like them. Phone did not eat first. 7/10 Centro Bruschetta - Decorative flowers weren't mentioned on the menu. Flavor was good, but the smoked salmon dominated everything. It felt like a lox bagel reinvented as toast, which left me a bit confused. Personally wished for tomatoes instead. Good execution, just not my flavor combo. 6/10 Brussels Sprouts - We didn't order these; they were mistakenly served to us. They looked incredibly crispy and smelled amazing. Portion size seemed generous. Honestly wish we had tried them - they appear to be popular. Chocolate Mousse - Rich, chocolatey, and satisfying. Strawberry sauce was mild and easily overpowered by the chocolate (my partner preferred it that way; I wanted more punch). The white chocolate masa crumble was unique, it tasted like sweet streusel bits. Portion was small and presentation a bit uneven. 8/10 Side note: The panna cotta was sold out by 8 PM on a Friday, and when we ordered mousse there were only two left. If dessert matters to you, consider ordering it early. Service: Our bartenders, Bri and Davis, were wonderful. After most of our meal, we bought the staff a "Kitchen Round" (drinks they enjoy after closing). My boyfriend accidentally spilled his beer, and they replaced it at no charge. Kindness plus generosity goes a long way. Drinks: Delectable across the board. I tried the Hibisly and Under Pink Skies. Hibisly - Tajín rim, margarita vibes but sweeter thanks to hibiscus and lychee. Dangerously smooth since you can't taste the alcohol. Under Pink Skies - Creamy from egg white, sweet, and equally deceptive in strength. So good. Beer selection was solid. Draft system appears to run from under the bar. Taps look like a hybrid between a beer tap and an espresso machine. Ambience: Exposed brick, moody lighting, and lots of vibes. The back seating area has twinkle lights and feels romantic. It was packed when we arrived around 7:30 PM, but by 9 PM it had quieted down. Reservations are available, though we didn't have one. Bathrooms were clean with separate men's and women's rooms, though there were no paper towels, and... well... someone before me had questionable aim. Location: Walking distance from several nearby bars. Easy to miss from the street except for the glowing "C" on the door. We walked from spots along California Ave. Street parking exists but fills quickly. Price: It's a tapas bar - expect higher prices. Reviews suggest menu prices have increased over the past year. Portion sizes versus cost will make you think carefully about what you order. For example, the $23 octopus was incredible but covered only about half the plate. Delicious, yes - filling, not exactly. I'll likely save this place for occasional treats or return specifically for my 10/10 items (drinks + octopus). Is it worth it? For the experience alone, yes - as long as you know exactly what you're ordering and feel it's worth the price. Oh, you fancy Midtown tapas bar, you. I'll be back... someday. Just maybe not immediately.

    Brian D.

    This place has always been my favorite. Don't even know where to begin. The staff and the food is always amazing, the fried Brussel sprouts... Wow.... The grilled octopus and the miso pork belly soooooo good. Fig old fashioned and Up in smoke drinks.. Julie VanVelzen Harpole had the Italian rose. Miss coming here! Go check them out!

    Alyssa F.

    It's been many years since I came here. Last night, I visited Centro with some girlfriends. We got in right away for a table of 4. The decor is here is so cozy and intimate. This would be a great date spot if you're looking for one. Centro has a tapas/small plates/shareable style menu. Their menu changes frequently an everything is always very fresh. We started out with some wine and cocktails which were brought out within 10 minutes. They have a specialty cocktail menu, as well as beer, wine and mocktails. We placed our order for the following dishes--Roasted Beets, Al's Filthy Potatoes, Shawarma Spiced Chicken Meatballs, and Miso Pork Belly. The beets were honestly my favorite. Served chilled. The purer and quality of the beets was great. Potatoes were flavorful and had a little kick of pepper. Meatballs were extremely unique and cooked great. The pork belly was a bit tough for my liking but still great flavor.

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    Angela F.

    Once again a fabulous meal. Went got the Price Prix of Manila clams & pistachios/ Raspberry panacota. Include. Mimosa for me today. Can't say enough good things about this place. Check it out.

    Salmon Bruschetta
    Katherine S.

    Whenever we have the chance we suggest meeting friends here for dinner. On our last visit we specifically went to try the new Japanese Sweet Potato which was amazing! I am definitely going back to get it again. Emily took really great care of us as usual. Even on a busy Friday night Service was fire. We got all our food super quick and our waitress was helpful with answering questions and making suggestions.

    The Brunnello was amazing!
    Francis H.

    This was our second time here and we have fallen in love with the food here. The owner chef plates some incredibly delicious offerings. August was our server and he was very personable person and he was very attentive. We noshed for about two hours and we were never rushed. The flavors were incredible! Already looking forward to our next visit.

    Miso pork belly
    Ryan W.

    TL/DR: tapas, pork belly is a must try, smaller establishment, overall experience was pretty good 4/5 Ambiance: warm - over head heating elements are a great touch, this is a bar & kitchen, clean, lighting creates a welcoming vibe Food: tapas We shared 3 different items for a party of 2 - grilled octopus, fried artichoke hearts, and miso pork belly. Miso Pork belly: 5/5 This was the star of the show! Well cooked and seasoned. A generous cut with the perfect ratio of fat to meat for pork belly, also appreciated the different sauces. Must order if you come here! Fried Artichoke hearts: 4.5/5 well seasoned, crispy, with an amazing combination of herbs and parm. Crunchy and savory. The aioli was a little overpowering for me. Grilled octopus: 3.5/5 The cook was great - often times octopus can be overcooked or undercooked. The lower rating was the combination of flavors, there was a nice little kick but the vinaigrette was not my favorite. Dish was good, but of the 3 we had one we likely wouldn't order again. Service: very friendly and welcoming staff, drinks were filled, we were checked in multiple times throughout dinner Price: a littler higher than competitors that are also tapas centered... for these three items after tax $60 without drinks.

    Hamachi Crudo
    Nancy V.

    Guess it is time to update my review from 10 years ago when they first opened! Yes, we were early fans and have been back a number of times over the last few years - for better and for worst. Now that Centro is helmed by the amazing Chef Stedman, it is amazing, fresh, and oh sooooo delicious. They also serve lunch Wednesday through Saturday starting at noon. My companion, Angela F, and I decided on reintroducing ourselves to what Centro has to offer. We were not disappointed. Between the marvelous food and the excellent service provided by Dean, our server, it was a standout 5-star experience. Food was served at a leisurely pace with time for gossip, catching up, and just general chitchat. We decided to just start at the top of the menu and work our way down in future visits. We started off with Hamachi Crudo - a lovely mix of pickled veggies, olive tapenade, salmon roe, and rich tangy sauce. Our second plate was Roasted cauliflower with a lot of spice, mushrooms, greens and radishes again in a rich creamy sauce. We finished off the meal with Limoncello Cake topped with a raspberry sorbet. We will definitely make a return visit.

    Miso Braised Pork Belly, Chilled Ginger Carrot Puree, Nori Tsukudani, Yuzu Pickled Diakon Radish, Shiso Salsa Verde, Crispy Shallots
    Ian M.

    This place was a nice, inviting spot to meet up for dinner with our son and his girlfriend for American style tapas! Sharing the small plates made for a delightful dinner with lots of wonderful flavor profiles to enjoy. We all selected five options to start the evening and ended up ordering a few more plates and some desserts. The server was great and ensured the kitchen made things dairy-free for one of our guests. Someone ordered beets; I've never liked beets, but have tried them on occasion, throughout my life. Tonight, for the first time, I loved them...! The Centro Bruschetta, Shawarma Spiced Chicken Meat Balls and Roasted Beets were some of my favorites of the evening although everything we ordered was pretty epic! This is a great place I'll definitely be dining at again!

    Espresso Martini with locally made Evil Bean Coffee Liqueur.
    Andrew H.

    Get in here! If you love small plate restaurants like I do then this is for you. The veggie small plates that we had were packed with flavor. Carrots, Brussels Sprouts and Cauliflower - all delicious! They put a lot of effort into their cocktail list and it shows. We had 3 cocktails to start the evening with and they were all delicious. I'm not an Espresso Martini guy but we ordered 2 for the table and I was told that they were very, very good!

    Chicken
    Mayra C.

    I love that you can have a little bit of everything! Their dishes are small but packed with flavor. I would suggest going with friends to try a little bit of everything. Our favorite are the ribs, pork belly, and Caesar salad. We did noticed that they changed their grilled octopus for an adobo and it wasn't our favorite. We weren't big fans of their dessert drinks either, a little too sweet but they look pretty.

    NY Strip
    Amber Y.

    I popped in for a late dinner at the bar and had a delicious steak, artichoke hearts and a glass of wine. The bartender let me try a few wines and didn't mind when I asked for a stemmed glass which was much nicer to drink from than the wine tumblers. Service was fantastic. Ambiance was mellow on a Wednesday. Note for staff though, when an item like the NY steak is on the menu with a note about it being served with "chefs choice of garnish" etc it would be nice to explain how it's served. I had to ask after it came out, and the line cook described everything. Very delicious with a fennel gremolata on top, served over a harrissa tomato sauce.

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    Does Centro Bar & Kitchen still have a Happy Hour? Thanks!

    Yes we do on our house wine, draft beer and well cocktails

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    We stopped in for a drink on a Tuesday night. It was fairly late, so it was pretty quiet, but I've…read moreheard that it gets pretty lively when they're busy. They have a nice selection of craft cocktails and beer and wine selections. I ordered the Paloma, which had fresh muddled strawberries. I was a little worried that it might be too sweet, but it was perfect! My friend ordered the Vampira and really enjoyed hers as well. Service was friendly and attentive and we had a great experience. I'll definitely be back.

    Miches Vatos has the best ceviche in town and is one of my favorite spots whenever I'm craving…read moreceviche. The food keeps me coming back every time. The ambiance is always good, with a great variety of music that keeps the place lively and enjoyable. It adds to the overall experience and makes it a fun spot to visit. That said, there's definitely room for improvement with the cocktails. I've tried almost everything on the menu besides the micheladas, and the bartender could use a little more practice with mixed drinks. Service can also be slow, especially when they're busy. It seems like they may only have one chef, because food can take a while to come out, and sometimes it takes 20 minutes just for someone to stop by the table and ask for drink orders. Even with those issues, I still keep coming back because the ceviche is that good. If they improve service and step up the cocktail game, this place could easily be even better.

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