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Centro

3.9 (61 reviews)
Closed 10:00 am - 10:00 pm
Updated 3 months ago

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Molly M.

Came here with my family and was pleasantly surprised by how good everything was. The space feels very "business lunch" appropriate, clean, calm, and easy to have a conversation but still relaxed enough for a family meal. We ordered the salmon, which was cooked perfectly and full of flavor. We also shared a Caesar salad and the cheesesteak panini, and both were really well done. The panini was hot and satisfying without being greasy, and the salad was fresh and nicely balanced. Service was friendly and efficient, and the food came out promptly. Overall, this is a great spot whether you're meeting up with family or need a reliable place for a work lunch. We'll definitely be back.

Jessica C.

What a gorgeous restaurant, sat at the bar had a nice ice cold martini the salmon crudo and the lemon pasta all of it was sooo soo good!

Amaro Old Fashioned and Fig & Rosemary Sour
Tiara B.

This restaurant reminds me of being home in New York. The whole vibe of the restaurant is great. The bar area is beautiful and has a good amount of seats. The exposed brick inside gives it a nice touch. My husband and I sat in a nice booth and the lighting over the booths is perfect. The personalized plates are a great touch as well! We started off with cocktails. I had a Fig & Rosemary Sour and my husband had the Amaro Old Fashioned. Both drinks were delicious and well balanced. We started off with calamari as an appetizer and it was cooked well and the sauces on the side to dip it in were both delicious. For my meal I ordered the Spaghetti Shrimp Scampi that had three jumbo shrimp with house made pasta. I can't pass up fresh pasta so it was a no brainer for me. It was really tasty. My husband had the French Dip sandwhich which came with fries which surprisingly was the same price as my pasta dish. He also enjoyed his meal. Our server Joshua was kind and attentive to anything we needed while we enjoyed our meal. We will be coming back here for future date nights!

Stephanie V.

Centro occupies the old Harvest location, and offers a beautiful bar and authentic Italian food. From the outside, dark windows give the illusion that the restaurant is not open, but don't let that deter you. While we visited for lunch and it wasn't particularly busy, the kitchen was a little slow. However, the bartender was friendly and answered all of our questions about the menu and the restaurant. I ordered the lemon ricotta agnolotti del plin. It was honestly one of the best pastas I've had, and the sauce transported me back to the last time I was in Italy (over 10 years ago). The wine list includes Italian wines and some domestic wines you'll recognize from Rombauer and Jordan.

Mussels - don't recommend
Polina T.

I really wanted to love this place as a local who loves downtown, but it missed the mark for us. While we were big fans of the ambiance and the hostesses and waitress were very sweet, the food was nothing special. We came in on a Saturday night, and they were out of the original entree we wanted to order. They take your entire order at once, so we had to make another entree decision before our appetizer order was put in. The bread they walk around with is dry and cold - I think it would be a lot more appetizing if they served warm bread - similar to what their mussels are served with. The mussels were bland and lacked flavor - don't recommend. My husband got the Cacio e Pepe and I got the pesto, to which we both added grilled chicken. The pasta was good, but nothing to write home about. We agreed we would give it another shot, but we think this place still has to sort out some kinks to figure out what works for them.

Lemon Ricotta Agnolotti del Pin with added Chicken
Rachel S.

I was excited to finally try this place out after watching construction over the past couple of months, and after hearing great reviews online. We visited Thursday night and had a great experience! The interior is classy, clean and a perfect in-between if you're looking for something that isn't too casual or too formal. They have a bar, booths, multiple dining rooms, as well as a window where they make their own pasta fresh, daily. Once we were sat, we ordered a Sauvignon Blanc and Chardonnay. Both were delicious, and the other reviews were right, their wine list is extensive. The wait staff also offers samplings of the wines, as well as glasses and bottles, if desired. For our appetizers, we had the Fried Mozzarella, which was house made with marinara and parmigianno. This was delicious and an excellent pairing with the marinara. I especially appreciated the presentation of the sauce with a miniature bowl and serving spoon. We also had the the Artichoke & Arugula Salad with toasted hazelnuts, olive oil, lemon, and pecorino romano. This was a fresh, tasty salad and the lemon dressing was delightful. In addition to our initial drinks and appetizers, we also indulged in their complimentary breads. They have sourdough, olive and rosemary slices, along with butter. The breads are served by a designated bread server that walks around the restaurant, with a large board of breads and butter. You are able to obtain slices throughout your meal and request more as needed. The sourdough was our favorite, closely followed by the rosemary and olive bread. The bread service is a great touch and we loved it! For our main course, we ordered the Lemon Ricotta Agnolotti del Pin with ricotta, pecorino, lemon butter, peas, and asparagus, as well as the Pesto Rigatoni with traditional pesto & bread crumbs. For the lemon ricotta, I added chicken on top which made it an even better and more filling dish. The lemon ricotta flavor was beautifully done, very fresh, summery and delicious. For the pesto rigatoni, we added the chicken parmesan on top. This was a great combo, although the mix of pesto and red sauce was a little unexpected. However, both were very enjoyable and fantastic pasta dishes. I could definitely tell they were house-made and fresh pastas. We finished the night with some of their dessert House-Made Limoncello. We only had a small glass, but it was one of my favorite drinks I have had in a long time. It was a sweet, perfect way to end the evening. Next time, I definitely plan to check out the dessert menu! Overall, it was a wonderful experience and I am glad we were able to finally check this place out. I believe the manager, Basil, even came by our table and chatted with us about our food, how we found them and our night. We were greeted by wonderful, attentive staff throughout our time and I am happy to see some success for this business. I look forward to coming back soon! Thank you so much!

Chicken parm
Jason G.

I have been watching the building of this restaurant for several months and was so excited to try it with a few couples tonight. Unfortunately it was a miss. It is a pretty restaurant inside but our server was inexperienced, which set the mood for the evening. I ordered a $105 bottle of wine. The server struggled with the cork and then proceeded to have to red wine drip down the side of bottle with each pour and never wiped it off. I also ordered a strawberry basil cocktail but it came with the large ice cube and very little liquid. Two of the guys got chicken parm and said it was great, that saved a star there. I had the spicy fusilli and while I enjoyed it, the portion was super small and I was still hungry. My wife got the cacio e pepe, she declared it ok, but certainly not the top five. So, bottom line we are going to let this would sit and gain some traction before we give it another try.

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Palate Smack R.

Centro absolutely nails the atmosphere. The space feels effortlessly upscale with exposed brick walls, elegant ceilings, and a stunning bar that sets the tone the moment you walk in. It's romantic without trying too hard, warm, intimate, and perfect for a date night. This lively, stylish energy would be just as fun for cocktails with girlfriends. The lighting, the textures, the cocktail presentation... everything feels intentional and elevated without being stuffy. It's the kind of place where you want to linger.

Short Rib cappellacci
Jose S.

We went for my fiancé's birthday on Christmas Eve. Our server was amazing she was extremely helpful with wine selection and properly serving it. The food was delicious and perfect serving size. Would definitely go back and try other items on their menu. And if you have room after wards for dessert, the limoncello sorbet and the tiramisu were amazing.

Hillary M.

The service was impeccable. The staff was incredibly friendly and attentive! The quality of food is the issue. We paid over $100 for two entrees and one appetizer (no drinks or dessert). If you're going to price the food that high, then it needs to be delicious, not mediocre, especially when there's another relatively new Italian restaurant downtown with better prices and higher food quality. I had one of the pastas but made it gluten free. It was okay, but not great, and my husband had the steak fries which was covered in a sauce that took away from the flavor of the overall dish. We had the chicken meatballs for our appetizer and they were unsettling dry. Even with the sauce, it was really dry. We were really disappointed and disgusted. Once this place gets their food right, we'll be back! Until then, we will take our money to Italian restaurants with higher food quality.

Complementary bread

Food was excellent and very fresh. The pasta was cooked to perfection. The service was very responsive. All aspects of the meal hit the spot. Prices were higher for the area but I would say it's worth it.

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Connie worked with me endlessly to make my daughter's post proposal family dinner remarkable. Emily & Tate served us well with great personalities and knowledge of the menu. The decor is stunning and food delicious. Make your reservations today!

Thank you first to Basil who welcomed us with excellent service. We waited in queue for 3 hours and when we returned, he offered us hospitality while our table was cleared. Thank you! Once we were seated, Karla was our server. What a treat. The environment is warm and classic but her attention to details were phenomenal. She paced our meal so well, offered specials, and made recommendations that we decided to try. All of the food was fresh, seasoned perfectly, presented well, and absolutely delicious. Thank you Karla for making our evening amazing. She is a perfect example of humble service, thoughtful, and attentive to details. What a light!

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Wonderful food and excellent service. We will definitely come back again and recommend to our friends.

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