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Stopped by Centro for a friends birthday last night and was reminded how fun this place is! They always seem to play the best music & have amazing staff! I really love a self-order restuarant, our food came out within 10 minutes and drinks were quick as well. They have great seating options inside or out - perfect for a solo date too! The elote corn really threw me through a loop because it was SO wet. Almost everyone ordered it, and left us a bit dissapointed with how wet it was. Wouldnt order again. The fish taco was really good! I do wish they still had the nopales tacos :( Cherry marg was amazing, and im usually not a big fan of margaritas! Perfectly tart without being too sweet. Nachos were HUGE and layered really well - definitely needed for the entire table! When one of our drinks were forgotten, they gave us an extra to make up for it... which we really appreciated after the wait! Love u centro & especially your parking in the back!
Centro on Quincy St definitely passed the afternoon vibe check. The soft serve margaritas were AHMAZING -- smooth, refreshing, and perfect for a daytime outing. The tacos weren't bad either, flavorful and satisfying without being too heavy. What really stood out was the service. Everyone was beyond awesome, friendly, attentive, and made the whole experience feel easy and welcoming. Good drinks, good food, good energy all around.
Came to Centro to try the Soft serve margarita I'd seen all over social media and boy was it delicious! We got there around 6pm on a Tuesday and were able to get a table fairly easily--it's seat yourself situation with a digital menu. For drinks we got the Strawberry Mango Twist Margaritas and also tried Cool Ranch wings and Birria crunch wrap--all of which we could come back for! If you're looking for a fast casual Mexican restaurant and bar, Centro is the spot!
This was first time at this location but my second time getting Centro. We went on a Saturday night and got a table right away but it wasn't cleaned off yet. You seat yourself so most people were snagging whatever spot they could get. You order at a QR code so there isn't actually a server. They had water you grab yourself but it was on the other side of the bar and not in an obvious location. So just be aware that it is there but you might need to look for it. The food came quick. My friend got the cool ranch wrap and chips and queso. I got the cool ranch wings. Their chips and queso is very good although I could do without the onions and jalapeño on top. The wings were alright. I wasn't really getting that cool ranch flavor and it tasted more just like your standard dry rub. I wasn't a fan of the ranch itself. My friend didn't care for her wrap as it was cold and she felt that the chicken was actually raw/undercooked. She also didn't get any cool ranch flavor come through: Not sure if I'd recommend this place or need to come back but I have had their quesadillas which were good and I did like their queso.
Such a fun spot for drinks!!! The ambience is beautiful. We sat on the patio and had the best time. Try the current soft serve margarita flavor they are offering! We got to try the strawberry one! So delicious.
Centro is a great, more casual spot! Street parking is usually no problem, even if you have to walk a block. It's conveniently located next to other restaurants, bars, and breweries. Service is quick, and the food is exactly what you want.
Centro absolutely nailed it. The ambiance alone is worth the visit. The pink cowgirl Christmas theme was perfect for a girls night. Festive without being over the top, and refreshingly different from the usual holiday decor you see everywhere else. Ordering is done right at your table through their web ordering platform, which was super easy to use and honestly a game-changer when you want multiple rounds of drinks or food without waiting. We tried the enchiladas, quesadillas, burrito, and a rice bowl, and every single dish was generously portioned, and very reasonably priced. If you're going specifically for the holiday decorations, I'd recommend getting there early. The Christmas setup is in a smaller room off the main restaurant with limited seating. We went on a Monday night at 5 and had no problem fitting our group of four, but by the time we left, every table was full (but there was some open seating at the bar). Off-peak timing is key if you want the full Christmas experience. If you're looking for a fun and festive restaurant this season, Centro is definitely worth adding to your list.
Went to Centro in Northeast to try the new soft serve maragritas! They were phenomenal. I had heard of other places claiming they had soft serve margaritas in other states and the consistency just wasn't right, but this consistency was perfect. We sat at the bar and had great service. The vibe of the restaurant was fantastic, and the food was great. We ordered the Dirty Yuca fries (not pictured, forgot to let the camera eat first)c but they were fantastic!
Happy Hour Hotspot!! The $9 margaritas and chips & queso are so good! We were surprised how strong the drinks were! The outside patio is great for people watching and enjoying the few last nice days of summer! Service was fine, but not exceptional like it usually is. The servers and food runners barely talked, but service was very fast! We will be back!
Stopped by Centro with a friend while in the area and it didn't disappoint. I would absolutely recommend the Centro crunch and the frozen espresso martini. While it didn't necessarily taste like an espresso martini and more so chocolate ice cream it was fantastic! We sat at the bar, the staff were friendly and attentive. Such a fun place to get drinks or dinner with friends they have a nice outdoor area and tons of seating inside. They only have to-go parking in the lot behind the restaurant but there is plenty of street parking nearby. Can't wait to come back!
Everything we ordered from here was delicious. The soft serve margarita is so fun and yummy, I'm going to be thinking about it for a long time. I loved the ambiance and the service. Overall 10/10 experience.
Visited 12/29/25. Okay first off the country Christmas theme that centro came up with this year is ICONIC and was loved by my friends and I when we visited. Only in part of the restaurant but we were lucky to snag seats in that area due to it being a Monday night and bad weather. Definitely the high point and was super fun to see. As always with this area, parking can be a bit of a mess and in this case it worked better to ignore the area directly on this street and instead to park a block over in residential parking. To start I ordered the chips and dip trio for the table and a beer. They have the QR system which I think works well for centro as a whole. The trio was kind of lack luster and while the queso was solid, the guac didn't taste very fresh and the chips were pretty greasy. I also got the birria crunch wrap and while I I typically don't like to complain about having a lot of meat, it felt like I was just eating meat in a tortilla with no other textures or flavors. Would likely try something different in the future because I was missing freshness or other textures. They definitely were getting closer to closing time which is completely fair, but they kept trying to clear plates and drinks before we were done with them (my friend didn't get to finish her margarita because it was cleared before she could say anything). Centro has such a cool model and vibe so I wish it so much continued success, but across a few visits two different locations I have yet to find things on the menu that I really love.
Service - friendly but limited interaction because you scan and order from your phone. Ambiance - relaxed bar feel. Plenty of seating inside and outside. Nice decor inside. Food - Tacos were the winner (especially the fish) but I am giving an overall 4 star because the crunch wrap meat was not warm which was surprising because they brought out the food as it was ready and this was the one we waited the longest for. The tacos and chips made up for it because they were very tasty.
One of my favorite places in NE Minneapolis. As a Californian I am hard on Mexican places as the chain factor runs high, however this place represents the area with so much style and has incredible food tacos, sides and a bar to match. Centro is the Taco Bar while Popol Vuh (the other side of the restaurant) is the award winning James Bears nominates high end option. You order your choice of tacos and sides in line and then find your own seating. The food is fresh and delicious we tried barbacoa, fish, chorizo, pork and cactus and had the best chips and salsa in the Twin Cities along with homemade guacamole, queso and variations of drinks. They have an incredible tap selection of some of MN and the regional best in class beers, a full bR and have pitchers of margaritas. It has a modern industrial vibe with simple yet comfy decor and outside seating for the four months you can in Minnesota. Do not miss Centro - Game Changer! read more
A very modern-looking building in Northeast, Centro delivers a good taco selection, but at a pretty lofty price. For starters, the oysters (East Coast this visit) are really good. They include some housemade sauces, that bring some nice kick along with. These are top notch and a nice surprise for a Mexican-centric restaurant. The Queso Fundido is also quite good, but a very different take than normal with the potatoes in it. As for the tacos, I thoroughly enjoyed the carnitas. The nopales was a little out there. Not bad, but quite heavy with mushrooms which took away from the overall flavors. The plancha was about what would be expected. All in all, the oysters and Queso were good, but the tacos were very expensive compared to other taquerias in the Twin Cities. read more
My review is simply based on the environment and Tres Leches cake that I ordered - but still great! My husband and his friend both had cocktails and enjoyed it very much. The patio is large and great at night with cute string lights across it. Since we didn't eat here, I have no idea how the food is but the Tres Leches cake that I ordered was placed on my phone via their website and it was out in 2 minutes (no joke!). It was super creamy and dense and the whole table enjoyed it! read more
One of my favorite neighborhood gems. Pre-covid I visited in person nearly weekly and during covid I'd get takeout often. Their food and margs are spot on and their adaptation to online ordering during covid times has been slick. My son and I visited for taco Tuesday this evening and as always the staff was accommodating and the food was delicious. Their Quincy margarita is so good and if you're with more than a 4 year old - get the pitcher! I got mine spicy tonight and it was lovely to have that jalapeño flavor. Hands down Centro has the best chips. You can gorge on them and you should - I prefer their salsa sampler to their guacamole but no matter what - get the chips! They have great tacos but my go to is their Centro salad and I add Barbacoa - it is so good!! The kids meal is a great value with either a quesadilla or beef tacos with carrots and apples. read more
Came back for another round of tacos and beverage. Still delicious and quick but again, some items a little pricy for the portion (mostly the guacamole)! Still a loud vibrant setting Centro is the perfect hang out with friends - it was less crowded this time as we went earlier in the night so if you're planning to go at prime time be ready to fight for a spot or be patient until one opens up. Love having a good Mexican place nearby! read more
Centro is not another "order at the counter" mexican cuisine joint. However, they do order at the counter. In street taco fashion, the tacos are served soft shell and are offered in 6-8 premade options. They are very generous with their meat portions. Don't expect the soft shell to wrap around the whole taco as you would with a burrito. 2-3 of these is enough to satisfy an average appetite. I also ordered the chips and salsa. I'm always pleased with house made chips, and the 3 salsa's (correctly dubbed "the trio" on the menu) were balanced and distinct. Of the three options, there wasn't a blazer (really hot) as you'd typical expect when variety is offered. This is a perfect happy hour spot and was also family friendly enough for me to bring 2.5 kids under 3 years old. read more
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Centro is a modern, laid back taco spot in the NE neighborhood. Great happy hour margaritas and other beverages. They don't have a lot of food specials for HH (actually I can't remember seeing any food specials), but we sampled quite a few dishes while there. Each taco will run you about $4, which is uber steep considering it's for one taco. Uno. Loads of other authentic taquerias would probably get you 2 for that price (if not more depending on specials). I got the barbacoa taco and potato/chorizo taco. And as far as tacos go, I've had better. The queso fundido, though, was delicious and gooey. Cheese, chorizo, peppers, and potatoes makes this a dip I'd come back for. We also tried the Papas Chingonas which are potatoes covered in chipotle mayo and corona cheese. Another dish I'd get again easily. The churros (bordering on the hard instead of crispy side) with warm chocolate dipping sauce came out hot and were a fun way to end the evening. Service was friendly, there's a parking lot and plenty of street parking, a plus is there's also a patio. I'd come back for the atmosphere, apps, and drinks. read more
3 years ago
Got the Crunchwrap! It was unique but missing something. Our bartender spoke very quietly so it was hard to hear/understand anything. Quick service, fast casual. read more
3 years ago
Place is amazing, very mellow, and such a chill vibe. I would highly recommend coming here. I ordered the Guajillo chicken tacos, and a Paloma. I'm not much of a drinker but whatever he did after a couple sips in I felt it lol. Get the drink! During happy hour of course. read more
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Went here on a Friday afternoon. Snagged a parking spot right in front (although parking is never really an issue around here). I tried 5 of the tacos and chips and guacamole. The papas taco didn't really do much for me flavor-wise but I loved alll of the others, especially the pescado, Barbacoa, and carnitas. Food came hot and was ready within 5 minutes of ordering. Service was excellent and so were the margs. read more
10/10 - Im typically not a fan of ordering a salad, but the Centro Salad is a must try. The salad was simple, light, refreshing, and delicious. Now onto tacos... I honestly don't know where to begin. Out of all the tacos I had, the Pescado and Carnitas were my favorites. You can tell the fried fish is FRESH, and the pickled onions & slaw helps balance the fried fish. The Carnitas was to die for, the grilled pineapple beautifully complemented the pork (you'll want to grab a couple napkins for this taco). This place really knows how to balance their fat & acid. I'd also recommend the Queso Fundido (not pictured). Their tacos are a bit pricey, but you can tell it's fresh + high quality food. Plus, these tacos are really meaty compared to your typical street tacos. IG @ hweedafoodie for more reviews!! read more
Super cute patio area in a not too busy part of town. We went for lunch, very limited options but good food. Wasn't a fan of the centro salad, maybe because I'm not of fan of blue cheese and barbacoa wasn't the greatest meat option I chose for it, next time chicken? But service was great so will definitely go back and try other options maybe they have diff menus for dinner? read more
I've been wanting to try this place for some time but must admit the "no reservations" thing has held me back. However, I've found with many similarly popular spots, if you can hit them up for lunch it's all the same great food-delicious tacos without the crowds and lines. We arrived around 11:45 on a Sunny summer Friday and were one of the first diners in the place. We opted to sit outside on the great patio with a cool mural and hot tunes that made for a very pleasant setting. This place has a cool vibe and I'm sure it's really popular for happy hour. As a bonus, they have a wonderful $10 lunch special -2 tacos and chips-which was a great lunch. I really liked the tangy pork carnitas and the tasty chicken. The fresh made crispy chips and flavorful salsa were also great. Order at the counter, get a number then find a seat. Will definitely be back (for lunch) soon. read more
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How have I just discovered Centro?! This place is amazing. Super fun, colorful and casual with awesome drinks (classic margs to boozy slushees) and delicious food! We arrived on the tail end of happy hour and the place was hoppin. It's in a really fun area of Northeast MPLS, next to Indeed and down the block from Able and MN Nice Cream. There were still a few spots on the patio but we opted for two seats at the nearly full bar. If you're at a table you order at the counter and they bring your food and drinks out to you. At the bar, you just let the bartender know and beautiful cocktails appear in front of you. I had to try the Guava Goddess Slushy - mezcal, guava nectar, lemon, and guava kombucha - it was damn good. There was a hint of smoky thanks to the mezcal, and really, you can never go wrong with a boozy slushee! We also had to snag some happy hour margaritas - tequila, lime, orange curacao - and they did not disappoint! Chips and salsa is $2 on happy hour and they're an awesome deal so we munched on those and some guacamole! We ended up trying two different tacos, the pollo a la plancha and the carnitas en adobo, and they were so good we ordered more! The tacos are definitely pricier than some of the other taco spots but the flavor of the meat and sauces are incredible and totally worth it! Plus if you're like me, you make second taco by separating the two corn tortillas and splitting the innards between the two! Definitely will be back to try more food! read more
4 years ago
Delish and perfect for take out. I got two different tacos (both stayed in tact even for a late night snack). Salad was crunchy and bright. Cookie was so unique with masa in the dough! Even the burger was well seasoned and felt like a good portion for the $. Will order again read more
5 years ago
Centro has a flavorful menu that is jam-packed with options for everyone. We started with the rose sangria and were blown away with how light, refreshing, and flavorful it was. This was the perfect complement to the spicier dishes to follow. This is a popular, busy hangout so unfortunately we weren't able to snag any outdoor seating. They have the sun sails outside and stations to serve yourself your own water. We started our meal with the chips and salsa--absolutely incredible. The 3 salsas are incredibly fresh. One was a tomatillo salsa, another was more of a savory and smoky red salsa, and the final one was another bold green salsa. They were just the right level of spice and went great with the warm chips. We also enjoyed the yucca fries. The only complaint for me is that they had some seasoning on them. My fiancé loved it, but I guess I'm more of a purist with yucca and prefer them plain. The dip is fantastic. We each ordered 3 tacos and I have to say--be prepared to get messy. These tacos are filled to the brim with meat and toppings. Can you really complain about too much food though? They were probably the most filling tacos I've ever ordered at a restaurant. Will definitely only order 2 next time! Also, fun to note--the kids menu looks amazing. I'll be back with my kids for a filling, healthy, $5 meal. read more
I love the mural on the front of the building. Cute little restaurant. Tacos are small and have an authentic vibe, which i love. I ordered one of each of the chicken tacos (tinga & pollo a la plancha). I thought they were just okay. I liked the pollo a la plancha a little better than the tinga because it had more flavor. Overall I feel like they both lacked flavor. I feel like most of the restaurant is taken up by the bar which is in the center of the restaurant. All of the drinks look good in the photos I've seen. I ordered the 'Electric Bunny'. It did not look as exciting as the photos I've seen previously but it's not about that. It was very strong but tasted good. I would for sure go back to try more drinks. There was no staff interaction until I stood at the cashier stand for a little bit. At first when I walked in I was unsure of how it works, so I was a little disappointed that a staff member didn't greet me or guide me, but I was able to figure it out. The food came out pretty quick. Once my food came staff did come around to make sure everything was good. I like the over look & vibe of the restaurant. Seems like it would be a cool summer/fall hangout spot. They have street parking in front of the building on both sides of the street but one side seems to flood when it rains. They also have a parking lot in back of the restaurant as well as a door to go into the restaurant. read more
4 years ago
I love centro. Always have. Always will. We went to the new location for happy hour and dinner and it was awesome! I got a Paloma and Margarita. Both were only $6 which is awesome pricing! We then split chips and queso. So so good. I love their queso - maybe my favorite in the cities. My friend got the Crunchwrap and enjoyed it but said it was a lot of food. Lots of free street parking at this location on wat street and plenty of other options for drinking and eating around. Will definitely be back to this much bigger location! read more
6 years ago
The is my 2nd time here and I think the first visit was tainted by a mediocre 1st date a year ago. This time though, my taste buds were WOW'd! My middle child and I were in the area running errands and our tummies were growling. Of course I whipped out my phone to hop on Yelp to show her what the choices were. We both drooled upon seeing the lovely photos from Centro reviews (You Yelpers are some freakin awesome with reviews and photos!) It's a cool, modern space. Louder than heck, but cool. We strolled up to the counter to order and pay for our daily special of Enchiladas, the Centro salad and 3 different tacos, and The Guava Godess slushy. We were given a number to place on our table of choice. The food arrived impressively fast! I started with my salad. Maybe it was the excessive hunger- or many it really is as good as my taste buds were saying- seriously good flavor for a freakin salad!! (It has the most yummy roasted peanuts on it. So peanut allergy peeps- beware!) Next, I stabbed my fork into cutting out a bite of my daughters enchiladas. (My kids are well trained- they know and allowing me to participate with anything on their plate- we are cool like that!) Equally as immensely pleasing to my palette as the taste-bud-explosion of my salad! The tacos?? Yum! She ordered the chicken one-Decent. My beef cheek/tongue taco (I apologize for not recalling the names and feel too lazy to go back to the counter and look like a weirdo standing there to stand there and write this review) was Delish! My 2nd Taco was the battered fish taco...it was decent. Not the best I've had but definitely not the worst (I really enjoy fish tacos). The Guava Goddess slushy had a smoky flavor. The first few sips- I didn't feel impressed- but as the glass slowly emptied and food was in my belly- I really enjoyed the last few sips. For those of you thinking you are looking for regular Mexican food- this is NOT it. It's more like gourmet street taco kind of thing (which is exactly what I was craving). read more
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3 years ago
Came in for happy hour today with my family. I ordered the Barbacoa, carnitas, pescado, and chorizo tacos. All were phenomenal and packed with so much flavor! I think my favorite was the Barbacoa taco, though. Since it was happy hour we couldn't say no to some $5 margaritas! I was very excited to try out their margaritas on tap and they 100% lived up to the hype! Delicious and strong! What a cool concept! The service was exceptional as well! All the staff were super friendly and helpful! We will definitely come back often! read more
Centro is the newest Tex Mex, fast casual joint in Northeast. In my opinion, I think Centro is a 5/5 for atmosphere but only 3.5/5 for taste and 3/5 for value. The pescado and nopales tacos are good but not the best I had. The peacado is better than nopales for sure...it was an interesting choice and something you should try if you've never had it. Their guacamole is super average and way overpriced. For $8 I expected a larger, shareable portion. However, it was a small portion (enough for one), and maybe just a tad more than a serving of guac from Chipotle (their guac is so much better). Centro's guac lacked taste, spice, and value. I could make a whole party's worth of guac for $8. Anyway, in general, I would maybe come back for their drinks and vibes, but definitely need to step it up in terms of taste. You can get cheaper, better tacos elsewhere. It's still super new so staff was still working out kinks but overall, they were friendly and accommodating. read more
Love Centro'a causal patio! Since covid, you scan the QR code and order from your phone. All food and drinks are brought out to your table when ready. Service is quick and efficient and the tacos, chips & guac and beverages are all amazing! Prices are not too bad either. We got carnitas, barbacoa and chicken tinga tacos with a side of chips and guac. The tacos are stuff with your protein is choice and are packed with flavor. My favorite dessert here is the tres leche cake! It's sweet, moist, spongey and just so heavenly! The patio is super casual and allows dogs. Definitely going to spend lots of time here as the weather gets warmer! read more
Forever the best spot to grab a quick lunch and I mean QUICK! Usually only takes a few minutes to get your food after placing your order. The tacos are always on point are reasonably priced so get a few and throw in a pitcher of Margs while you are at it! The only downside is it's usually packed! But pro tip, head on over to the Vivir part of the building (the side with the market) and there are usually some open tables with the same menu. You're welcome. read more
6 years ago
I have been a local in this area for many years . I eat out every night alone . I came here after the 3 month quarantine and was excited .. up to the point where I couldn't get salsa after attempting 3 times . Yes it's a new system from your table that seems sweet at first .. but after your gouged for every 1 oz side of salsa attempted to order on top of a mandatory Tip and 12$ drinks .. the food didn't taste that great and I wanted to leave after getting attitude and putting in the notes exactly what I wanted as I purchased yet another Side Just to say. Please send a side of salsa for my giant pile of chips . Uggg. Customer service isn't difficult. I'm not trying to be difficult. 3 times I wrote what I wanted as I ordered. read more
3 years ago
You are expected to order through your cellphone on a site that does not provide any information about the food besides a thumbnail picture, but still you have to pay an extra 10% flat fee (for what?) and 15% tip on top of the food price. You only see the waitperson once when they put the food in front of you, and then scurry away. The portion size is minuscule (no way to tell when ordering), and we had to have a "second" dinner after we got home. As for the decor - I was looking at a planter with dried out weeds the whole time. I wonder what is up with the high price for the subpar experience? read more
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We love stopping here during Covid! They make it so easy to order online, pick up with needing to talk or be close to anyone. Thank you for making Covid a little yummier. We love their fish Tacos read more
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1414 Quincy St NE
Minneapolis, MN 55413
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