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    Centro

    3.7 (42 reviews)
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    Closed 4:00 pm - 2:30 am (Next day)

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    CENTRO ATMOSPHERE

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    Live music
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    Angela S.

    Cool vibe. Came here before our dinner reservations and show at the Rupp. Great service, clean bathrooms and beautiful bar. Enjoyed our cocktails and the barkeep company. Would go back.

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    Cecilia K.

    Never go to this bar if you want to be shown any kind of humanistic rights or self respect, especially if you're a woman. It's also probably filled with underage children who don't know how to handle themselves. I only say that because that's the kind of people I unfortunately encountered the several nights I have tried to give this place a chance. I wasn't originally going to write this review, as I spoke with the manager about my situation and he claimed to "take care of my tab" at the end of our conversation (didn't even ask him to do that), but I just looked at my bank statements a week later and he definitely did not do that. Regardless if it was a mistake or not, I feel really strongly about what happened to me there, and I wouldn't want anyone to go through what I had to, because it was dehumanizing to me as a woman. I was on my period while I was there (saying that bluntly because if you're offended by that, get the over it, it's a natural process that every single woman experiences and the only reason you're sitting where you are) and needed a little extra time in the bathroom, the THREE times I had to go while I was there for over TWO hours. Anyone who understands the menstrual cycle, KNOWS: It's UNPREDICTABLE. I can't control when it comes or how it comes. As I was taking a little longer I would get beating and knocking on the door. I have anxiety as it is already, and I don't enjoy confrontation or making people upset, but this was so rude. There is a BATHROOM ATTENDANT, who is responsible for controlling people outside of the bathroom. That's his JOB. Control your customers. Or, how about YOU, as the ATTENDANT, knock on the door politely to make sure your customers are okay? What if that had been a drunk customer who was taking too long because they passed out, and was asphyxiating... that's a lawsuit on y'all's hands! I came out the FIRST time and kept my cool until the customers, AND the bathroom attendant were literally laughing, and making comments about how long I had been taking, as I was washing my hands in the sinks provided outside the stalls. That's when I proceeded to ask all three MALES what genitalia they had, to confirm that they indeed had never had a period, and couldn't relate to my situation, (therefore needed to shut their mouths). The attendant continued to have the male customer's sides, and was extremely rude and misunderstanding to me. I'm taking a wild guess (assuming) he probably thought my raging attitude was associated to my alcohol intake, but in reality it was due to my raging hormones (that he would never relate to as a male) because I had had two drinks that whole night thus far. I'm 180 pounds. Takes more than 2 to get me drunk y'all. I don't have enough text characters to finish my story so I snapshotted the rest of what I have to say in a note and posted photos below along with a bank statement of my unpaid tab ‍

    Tracey F.

    This place was crazy busy when we went and the service was still good. We were visiting Lexington and I knew they had a fun live music thing at the plaza that Centro sits on. It brings a crowd, lots of pretty UK girls, who knew, I thought all the pretty ones went to UF. (; They have a cocktail list,a shot list and a nice beer list. We sat and people watched , all ages and looks. It was fun and had two good drinks. Hubby liked Chassitty who he said would be a great bartender soon.

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    Claire R.

    This is a fun place when hanging out by The Pavilion downtown. It has an open concept with big doors that open all the way so guests can experience indoor and outdoor drinking. The drink I got was delicious and sweet (something I enjoy). A little pricey, but most of the drinks I get are. A fun spot to check out.

    Cindy G.

    This place totally surprised us! Great happy hour with open air doors that open all the way up. They had heaters outside and the fire was what drew us over. The interior is beautiful with exposed brick on a historical building. The bartender was super friendly! We sat and had 2-3 beers each and our tab was only around 30 bucks! Highly recommend this spot to start your Lexington crawl off right.

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    Dan H.

    Stopped by for a drink after the 1:30pm UK Basketball game. The place was pretty busy but we got service right away. They have a happy hour but i decided to get a draft ipa and my wife got a Kentucky Mule. The mule was not good (it was way to sweet) and couldn't even finish it. We paid $16.xx for the two drinks, $10 for the mule which was undrinkable. We will come back and try it again but will probably try a different cocktail.

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    Alli B.

    Hands down best spot in Lexington. 9-10 Powerhour, $3 shot of the day, $7 2 for 1 wines... I've lived in lex for 5+ years and i PROMISE you, you will find nothing even close to the atmosphere, prices and hospitality.

    Oscar M.

    This place was really busy when we went and it was great. They had an amazing selection of local bourbon whisky and a good selection of cocktails. The decorations is pretty cool too. It's very classy looking with a young vibe. When I first walked in, i thought it was going to be expensive, but it was not. It is in the heart of downtown. Definitely check it out.

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    Just popped in for a Bloody Mary. Tanner was fun to chat with! Ambiance was cool and fun! Service was epic.

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    This place is amazing!! And the bartenders are so sexy!!! Perfect cocktails and Miller Lite!!! Best bathrooms in the US!!!

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    My go to bar in downtown Lexington. Good fun atmosphere, and the bourbon prices are reasonable.

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    Great staff, wonderful location, good selection of drinks, and the best people-watching in town.

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    Great atmosphere, exceptional service & excellent cocktails with nice Bourbon selection.

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    9 years ago

    Ask for the copper mug- very cool! Chasity was in training and her CS skills were top notch! Great place

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    The bartenders were great and the drinks were priced very well, we definitely recommend the Bloody Mary's and Mimosa specials.

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    This review is pointless I guess. They are closing as of January 1, 2026. Are they closing…read morebecause of the terrible service? Or did I get terrible service because they are closing? I sat at the bar and was ignored for about 15 minutes, even though they looked right at me. Finally one of the bartenders asked if I wanted food or drink, and I said just drinks. "I guess I can do that," he said, and then told me to move over to the other side of the bar to be closer to him (it was right by the door, so I got to experience cold rushes of air the whole time I sat there). Also during my time, a German cockroach skittered across the bar top. I thought maybe the bartender was just sullen, but he was very animated and interactive with the younger couple who came in after me. I had to flag him down for my second drink. Everything seemed like an imposition to him. The drinks were fine and well priced. But the drinks don't matter when the vibe is that bad. I got the check quickly and left.

    Really cool atmosphere. Speakeasy bar style... 3 women set up and played holiday music on violins…read more It was lovely. Very reasonably priced as well. Server and bartender were friendly. I ordered the Cuban and the Patty Melt, both with fries. The Cuban was soooo good!! The bread is grilled and crispy, buttery and amazing. The pulled pork and ham were so flavorful and perfect with the melted cheese and pickles. I would 10/10 order this again. The patty melt was also great. They also have my favorite fries (similar to McDonalds style fries). I'm sad they will be closing at the end of the month. A wonderful dinner.

    Centro - bars - Updated May 2026

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