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Café Central
With food prepared by one of the most highly respected chefs in the city,
guests of Café Central experience dining at its most superb.
Soft lights, handsome furnishings and ambient music create a
relaxing mood-setting atmosphere. Fine linens and fresh flowers adorn every table.
Our staff provides every patron with unsurpassed service. Bon Appétit.
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guests of Café Central experience dining at its most superb.
Soft lights, handsome furnishings and ambient music create a
relaxing mood-setting atmosphere. Fine linens and fresh flowers adorn every table.
Our staff provides every patron with unsurpassed service. Bon Appétit.
58 Current Reviews
Summary of Diner Ratings & Reviews
Overall
(Outstanding)
4.7
/
5
Rating Breakdown 58 reviews
5 stars
(43)
4 stars
(11)
3 stars
(4)
2 stars
(0)
1 star
(0)
Food
(Outstanding)
4.8
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
4.7
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
4.6
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
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Diners classify this restaurant as:
- romantic(47)
- special occasion(44)
- notable wine list(39)
- fit for foodies(19)
- neighborhood gem(12)
- good for groups(11)
Café Central Reviews List
Review 1 for Café Central
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Romantic and tasty
OpenTable Diner
Dined on 5/17/2013
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"The food was delicious and the ambience romantic--perfect date night restaurant. The food appears to be contemporary American fusion."
Dined on 5/17/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
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Review 2 for Café Central
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Never disappoints
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Come here every time I can. Brought more clients to the restaurant and they were impressed as always. Superiour service, food, and wine list. Our server Charles was especially friendly and attentive."
Dined on 5/13/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, vibrant bar scene, romantic, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, hot spot, special occasion
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Review 3 for Café Central
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"The best restaurant in this little poor city.
Excellent steaks."
Excellent steaks."
Dined on 5/08/2013
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Review 4 for Café Central
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
A great evening at Cafe Central
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"We have never been disappointed here, super great food and specials and the staff is terrific . . they will do anything for the customer. A super super wine selection presented by a great wine enthusiast, Phillip!"
Dined on 5/03/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, romantic, notable wine list, special occasion
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Review 5 for Café Central
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Cafe Central dinner
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Fantastic food, great wine, and outstanding service"
Dined on 04/18/2013
2012
Special Features: notable wine list, romantic
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Review 6 for Café Central
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Simply Spectacular!
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Cafe Central gave us a very special evening -- the service, wine and dinner were superb. The three of us ordered aged steak, lamb and sea bass. Everything was prepared with the freshest ingredients and flavors. Simply out of this world! The wine steward was attentive and cordial, recommending a spectacular burgundy. The warm cabbage and beet salad is to die for! The waiter went out of his way to make everything just perfect for us. If you want to impress out of town guests, Cafe Central is a must!"
Dined on 03/30/2013
2011
Special Features: fit for foodies, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion, hot spot
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Review 7 for Café Central
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Memorable Experience
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"It was an awesome experience. This was the first time I've been to Cafe Central for a date. The service was fantastic and the staff helped made the date memorable. I highly recommend for a nice dinner!"
Dined on 03/28/2013
2013
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
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Review 8 for Café Central
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
GOOD food, $$$ Wine
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Wine was overpriced, however the food was perfect! Paid way too much for a 7 dollar bottle of Berringer!!!"
Dined on 03/22/2013
2013
Special Features: romantic
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Review 9 for Café Central
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Amazing restaurant in El Paso
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"I eat here every time I am in El Paso. Consistently wonderful food and service."
Dined on 03/25/2013
2007
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
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Review 10 for Café Central
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Excellent food we were disappointed
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Excellent food we were disappointed because we went for the lamb and they did not have it. Service was not as great as other times our soup was cold the first time and the waiter was too involved in another table and did not pay a lot of attention."
Dined on 03/20/2013
2013
Special Features: notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
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Review 11 for Café Central
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Me And my wife were celebrating
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Me And my wife were celebrating our 5th wedding aniversary, im always looking for something romantic and new, this was our first time in Central Cafe, and it was beyond my expectations, first we had the Yellow Tail Sashimi, and the petit iceberg salad,the grilled angus tenderloin and the stuffed quail, everything cooked perfectly, well flavored and balanced, the wine also perfect, lots of options, pricy, yeah but it was worth every penny!!!"
Dined on 03/14/2013
2012
Special Features: late-night find, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
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Review 12 for Café Central
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Once again we had an excellent
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Once again we had an excellent dining experience. The food, sevice and ambiance were incredible. Would not hesitate to go back."
Dined on 03/16/2013
2007
Special Features: fit for foodies, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
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Review 13 for Café Central
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Cafe Central is my favorite
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Cafe Central is my favorite restaurant they do a great job, service and food is superb"
Dined on 03/15/2013
2009
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, great for outdoor dining, notable wine list, romantic, hot spot
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Review 14 for Café Central
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Only the second time I have
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Only the second time I have been to Cafe Central. My wife & I were celebrating our 27th Wedding Anniversary and the experience was just awesome. You all truly exemplify the true meaning of great Customer Service.
Everyone treated us like we were the only guests in the restaraunt. Will definitely recommend to anyone/everyone I can."
Dined on 03/08/2013
2013
Special Features: great for outdoor dining, late-night find, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
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Review 15 for Café Central
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
It was Okay. For El Paid
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"It was Okay. For El Paid I'm sure it is one of their finest but for big city out of town guests it is average for a nice restaurant."
Dined on 03/08/2013
2011
Special Features: notable wine list, romantic
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Review 16 for Café Central
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Amazing
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"First Time going there and I have to say it was Amazing!!
The personalized details for my anniversary were great. The service was excellent as well.
Thank You Cafe Central for making my night that much better."
The personalized details for my anniversary were great. The service was excellent as well.
Thank You Cafe Central for making my night that much better."
Dined on 03/08/2013
2012
Special Features: notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
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Review 17 for Café Central
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Cafe Central - Exclusive Retreat
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Everything was great. I celebrated my Anniversary at Café Central and it was a great experience. I would recommend this to everyone.
Our wine expert (Phillip) was knowledgeable, funny and very entertaining. He helped make our experience a great one."
Dined on 03/08/2013
2013
Special Features: neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion, hot spot
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Review 18 for Café Central
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
A very romantic experience,
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"A very romantic experience, love it!"
Dined on 02/14/2013
2013
Special Features: special occasion
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Review 19 for Café Central
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
This is our favorite restaurant
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"This is our favorite restaurant for special occasions and for romantic settings. The food, service, wines is outstanding."
Dined on 02/16/2013
2008
Special Features: good for groups, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion, great for lunch
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Review 20 for Café Central
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Food was tasty. service was
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Poor)
1
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Food was tasty. service was horrible. If you don't order wine, they will never attend you. Server took to long to come to the table and for refills."
Dined on 02/16/2013
2013
Special Features: romantic
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Review 21 for Café Central
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
great food, a bit pricey but
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"great food, a bit pricey but would definitely recommend"
Dined on 02/19/2013
2011
Special Features: notable wine list, romantic
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Review 22 for Café Central
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Very romantic, best place
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Very romantic, best place to take your loved one. Food and service at the table was excellent."
Dined on 02/14/2013
2013
Special Features: good for groups, romantic, special occasion
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Review 23 for Café Central
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
We are frequent patrons of
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"We are frequent patrons of this fine restaurant. As such, I always book reservation to ensure we get a primo table. I brought my wife there for Valentines. I booked a month in advance and was given a table in the very back. I had to refuse the table and wait for a better table."
Dined on 02/15/2013
2011
Special Features: neighborhood gem
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Review 24 for Café Central
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
This was truly a great dining
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"This was truly a great dining experience. Service was impeccable and our meals were fantastic. We had a great lunch there on a previous trip and insisted we try diner on a return trip to El Paso. It was excellent choice. The only thing that kept this from being an outstanding overall experience was that our table was right next to the servers station. Was distracting at times. Otherwise a must try if you live in El Paso or like us when we visit the city."
Dined on 02/08/2013
2010
Special Features: fit for foodies, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion, great for lunch
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Review 25 for Café Central
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Continues to have excellent
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Continues to have excellent food and service for a relaxed special occasion. Phillip, the wine steward, is extremely knowledgable and helpful to fit your taste and budget. He has an excellent selection to chose from."
Dined on 02/09/2013
2010
Special Features: fit for foodies, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
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Review 26 for Café Central
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Excellent service, great food,
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Excellent service, great food, the menu said happy birthday and the valet parking was awesome!!! They have my car at the door before I gave them the ticket!!"
Dined on 02/02/2013
2013
Special Features: notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
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Review 27 for Café Central
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Mostly senior dinners but
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Mostly senior dinners but a very nice place for special occasions."
Dined on 01/26/2013
2013
Special Features: special occasion
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Review 28 for Café Central
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Great, welcoming staff!! Our
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Great, welcoming staff!! Our server was very proper, knowledgable and nice. Our food took a little long to come out, but tasted delicious! Best tenderloin I have had in a long time. Keep up the great work!"
Dined on 01/21/2013
2013
Special Features: neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
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Review 29 for Café Central
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Superb surprise
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Special thanks to the Cafe Central staff, in particular Darlene, for making a the dinner a memorable occasion for my guests. Your thoughtful details are well appreciated and the food was very good."
Dined on 01/11/2013
2011
Special Features: romantic, special occasion
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Ratings-Only Reviews for Café Central
Based on the average of (29) ratings-only reviews
Overall
(Outstanding)
4.8
/
5
0 out of 1 recommend this product
Food
(Outstanding)
4.8
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
4.8
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
4.7
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate