Norris was fantastic! Our first time here and the food was great. Highly recommend and can't wait to return. We came here to meet our daughter and bring my mom to dinner. We're impressed! read more

SUPERB!!! I love everything about this place, the service, the food and the drinks are all great! This was my second time coming and it was another great time. I love the cute little outside covered patio but please know that you can't do happy hour food on the outside patio only happy hours drinks(I think I got that right). This place offers a nice diverse crowd which is so nice to see in Detroit. The staff including the bus boys were super nice and friendly. I tried the Kentucky Mule cocktail...so tasty!! I also had the fries and parmesan wings, my friend had the calamari and all were very good and hot! Parking is a struggle but that is becoming the norm around downtown but that gives you more of an opportunity to walk around and check out other new spots in the area. read more

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Across from all the holiday happenings in the "D" and a wonderful ambiance! Food was amazing! Calamari, fig bread, burgers and salmon were right on point! Friendly service, too! read more

We had a girls night out and one of the girls suggested we go here to grab a bite to eat and I have to say I was a little hesitant but the food and service ended up PHENOMENAL! I got the bánh mì Turkey sandwich ( I suggest getting it with fries and the house sauce it's amazing!! I didn't care too much for the house chips.) the sandwich really hit the spot! It had a little bit of everything. read more

Central Kitchen + Bar - Bahn Mi Turkey Burger - Gastropubs Near Me - Detroit, Michigan

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We visited at 6:30 on a Saturday night. I am glad we had reservations! Lots of people waiting and the line was long. The vibe is pretty energetic. Several styles of seating; booths, high tops, low tops, ample bar seats and some semi outdoor space. It was loud due to the number of people. My guess is it will always be on the loud side. We found the service to be excellent. Our server was quick, friendly and well trained. The food was very good. We had soup and salad. The soup was so good and the salads were fresh and tasty. Despite the large crowd, we got in and out in a very reasonable amount of time. Loved it. read more

I really enjoyed my dinner here out with friends! Made a reservation for 6 online the day before. The cocktail, a rose by any other name was one of the best mixed drinks I've ever gotten from a restaurant, hands down. It was so delicious. We had calamari for an appetizer, really yummy sauce with a little kick. The baby kale salad with blackened chicken was delicious as well, it was a lot bigger than I thought and super flavorful! Service was fast and had a friendly server. Looking forward to returning! read more

Central Kitchen + Bar - Beer + A Rose by Any Other Name - Gastropubs Near Me - Detroit, Michigan

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Went with a friend to this place for the first time. Cool vibe. The music is a bit loud but you could still hear each other talk. We ordered 4 share plates. The calamari was very good. It had a twist done with snap peas, peppers, jalapeños, oranges, cashews, cilantro and sweet soy sauce glaze. Very good and some heat. Then we ordered steak tip and herb season fries. The steak tips were also unique. It had peppers, peanuts, edamame, scallions in a peanut sauce with cellophane noodles atop. Very good! And the fig pizza with Brussels sprouts, goat cheese, fig spread and balsamic was outstanding on a very thin crust. Service was excellent! Nice pours on the wine. I will go back. You can park in Detroit One parking lot and they will stamp your ticket for 2 hours of parking free. read more

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Definitely a fan of the Central Kitchen. We went here very late on Saturday night. We were able to get a table quickly and we were both happy that the kitchen was still open. I ordered the Central burger and it was very delicious. This entree also came with chips and a pickle. Service was polite and they were able to get the orders out in a timely manner. Prices were on high side, but when it's late and you want good food this is a good spot to try. read more

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I love coming here for brunch! The staff is always so inviting and the food is amazing! I get chicken and waffles or this salmon dish, not sure of the name but they are both incredible! read more

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My two biggest complaints: The noise level here is off the charts, it's so loud and in the summer they keep the windows open even if it's really hot out. There was no circulation at all when we went and almost difficult to breathe. Other than that, the atmosphere is really nice and the food was good. The Brussel sprout flatbread, calamari, fries, veggie tacos and fried ice cream were all my favorites of the night. I thought the Mediterranean flatbread, scallops, Parm wings, salmon and bacon Mac needed some help though. The flavor profiles of those dishes weren't well balanced in my opinion. read more

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I celebrated my 55th Birthday at this establishment on 3-23-24. This was a VIBE. From the moment we arrived to the moment we left, all the employees made me & my guest feel welcome. Nya & Norris were the absolute BEST! They made sure our first time visit was remarkable as well as memorable. They were AMAZING and I appreciated their service. Thank you to the manager, who stopped by our table to check on me and my guest, making sure everything was going well. I recommend everyone to try Central Kitchen +Bar in Detroit. read more

Central Kitchen + Bar - Birthday celebration - Gastropubs Near Me - Detroit, Michigan

Central Kitchen's ambiance is like family fellowship. You always see someone you know. The food and drinks are amazing. Great downtown spot!

The food was delicious.. I had the wings and the fries and I enjoyed every minute of eating them. Bartender was nice. I will go again.

We went here before the taylor swift concert. We were seated right away and the food came really quick. Our waiter was really friendly and even gave us a little extra mimosa in our glasses. Very pretty modern decor. The food was flavorful and fresh! I highly recommend! Great place to get a bite before a concert/ even downtown or a weekend brunch. We got the avo toast, smashburger and fries! read more

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Went to central kitchen for brunch today. They were super busy at noon. The hostesses were very efficient and will seat you when half of your party is there. The wait staff quickly took drink orders and gave the omelette specials. There was a mimosa carafe/bottle special and Bloody Mary offers in addition to the special drink menu of vodka specials, mules and smoked drinks. The chicken and waffles was popular and all said was good. Several in our group were vegan and found a couple of dishes. The table shared the popular wings and fries. I had the salmon flatbread which was very well done. Our orders for almost 10 came quickly and the service was quick and efficient There are lots of parking options street if you're lucky, nearby lots can be pricey. Find out the lot they're validating and that they are indeed validating that day . We were told they were not when we went to leave. read more

Excellent brunch spot with $0.25 mimosa refills. They have a nice heated porch area that allows you to see some of downtown, but you can't go wrong sitting at the bar either. The hours are limited but the menu is pretty diverse. This is a great spot for 2-4 people, a larger group may have some difficulty with seating. read more

Central Kitchen + Bar - Gastropubs Near Me - Detroit, Michigan

My family reserved this restaurant 7 weeks in advance for wedding dinner for 40 on Saturday Dec 16. They called the couple the night before and said they could no longer accommodate the party. Keep in mind, the bride/groom have quests from all other the US and managment has left them scrambling to find an another venue in less than 24 hours. Shame on you! Don't patronize this restaurant. read more

Came today for brunch around 12:30. It was fairly busy. My group of four all ordered mimosas for $12 each with every additional pour for $0.25. That's a steal I like! Note: you can only have five pours. I was going to order the plum + burrata but they were out of plums and were using nectarines as a substitute. So I ordered the ahi tuna instead. Yes, it was good. But $16 good? No. It was way too small and I was still hungry after I left. The vegetable poutine was really flavorful but also a small portion. My friend said the wings + waffle were great. And the central burger was huge and looked amazing. I should have gotten that. Why 3 stars? Small portions, slow service, and my waitress kind of had an attitude. I'd come back but maybe at an earlier time for faster service. read more

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The food is great but not for the price. Even the ambiance is sub-par and not what you'd expect for the $$$. Drinks were good but, then again, expensive for what you're getting and what is available around you. Staff is amiable when they actually serve you... that being said, 20% gratuity is added right when you walk in the door regardless of party size. I had to go to the host to get our server back to the table, which I wouldn't expect for that forced gratuity. I usually always tip 25%, and I understand the concept, but I felt conned when we weren't helped or asked about our dish until the checks came, which, again, we didn't ask for at that time. Felt very rushed and unwelcome, and therefore I didn't tip a cent more. Sad because this place does have great potential being right in Detroit. read more

I was wandering around downtown the other night just enjoying the vibe and snapping photos when I decided that I wanted a bite to eat. Where to go? Well, the first place I came upon was right here. I'd never been before, so I figured I'd check it out. I'm glad I did. I sat at the bar and ordered a cold beer and perused the menu. Lots of great sounding choices, but I spotted one of my favorites - shrimp and grits - so of course I had to order that. Omg. It was fantastic! Huge shrimp in a delicious, spicy sauce atop perfectly cooked grits. I'm still thinking about that meal, it was so good. The service was excellent, and the atmosphere is casual and laid back. You get all the stars, Central Kitchen. I can't wait to come back. read more

My family and I went to Central Kitchen today, March 16 around 5:30pm. This was all our first time here and it was great! The service was perfect from our server Elizabeth! There was a slight misunderstanding with one person in our party and Cristy, but she came over and apologized as well as sent us two desserts. That definitely enhanced our experience because it shows they care about their customers and it's not just about the money. We ordered the calamari which was done different than what we normally eat, but it was DELICIOUS! We also had the House Burgers, Chicken Sandwiches, Shrimp Tacos and Refresher Course for a drink, for one person. It was definitely a great way to start off our Easter Weekend with family. We will for sure be back. Absolutely loved the food, service, and the atmosphere. Thank you. Thank you. Thank you! read more

Today we came here to celebrate my father's 88th birthday. It was a wonderful event, made extra special by the care and attention of our server Norris. His skill, attention to detail and patience in helping my parents have a delightful experience in a city they love and have missed. Please give Norris a raise, he is a treasure and it would be a shame to lose him! read more

Central Kitchen + Bar - Birthday man! - Gastropubs Near Me - Detroit, Michigan

Horrible venue. Owned by Dennis Archer Jr. my bill was probably the highest that day. We were still ordering drinks and food and the hostess came and asked us to leave because we were there for 90 minutes. The rudest experience ever. Im trying to support black own businesses but there's always something that ruins it. Dennis please get this business together before you have no business. Food was sub-par and drinks could be better. Word of advise to everyone, do go there if you are trying to have a chill and relax time. Every table is on a time limit. Horrible experience. I would never come back!!!! read more

Central Kitchen + Bar - Gastropubs Near Me - Detroit, Michigan

The best part of going downtown is going to Central, sitting at the bar, and being treated as an old friend by Angie. Angie sets the bar super high for all the other bartenders in the area, and her cocktail repertoire is amazing! read more

100% SATISFIED!! Every single order in our party of 13 was correct. The food was hot & fresh and oh so good (the fries alone will have me going back). The chicken/waffles is a must have & paired well with the mimosas.. Lastly but certainly most importantly was the service- Norris handled our party like he owned the place!! He was attentive & very professional. I am not joking when I say he can teach a class on service. This place is absolutely gorgeous & welcoming and I will be going back soon. read more

I love the vibe at Central. The bartender with the long hair and the high voice is so fun to visit! And though the food selection isn't great, we come and indulge just to enjoy the bartender and the vibe! read more

Came here for a birthday brunch last weekend and I really enjoyed it! Pricing is fair for restaurants nowadays downtown and you do get a good portion of food. We had a party of 10 and service was great. Food was brought out honestly pretty quick. I just wish there were more options on the menu (for brunch at least). Saying that, there is something for everyone (vegans included, but it's just avocado toast). Just a heads up, parking is kind of a nightmare now. There are structures in the area, but if you're like me and refuse to pay a lot for parking, there is more street parking closer to Greektown/Saint Andrews. Just pay attention to signs! read more

This was my 1st time coming and and it was AMAZING!! We had the chef's special omelet (salmon & feta) and it was so delicious, we ordered it twice. The steak and potatoes were also great. We ate it immediately, so we couldn't even take pictures. Definitely worth the 5 stars! Great place. read more

Some friends and I went here right before a concert. I really liked the decor, the atmosphere; had a really nice feel to it. We ordered quite a few menu items here. The craft drinks were good and the food was decent. The menu is pretty overpriced for what you get. The wings aren't good; don't bother. However, the salad with pomegranates in it was delicious; chicken very dry. The service was excellent. Would I make this place a stop that I had to frequent again and again.. probably not. read more

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Very nice scenery with a dinner with friends, you can sit on the inside with nice lightening or on the outside to enjoy the view. I actually came here when there was a DJ playing so it was a nice touch of variety of music you can listen too. Staff was very nice and friendly, made sure we were alright and checked up on us. I believe the manager(guy in suit) even checked up on us to make sure we were fine. Food was great. I had the lamb rack, it was with a hint of pink just how I liked it. Now I got ratatouille on the side with it, me assuming it would look like pictures of google, but it was more soupy.. I'm not sure if it was suppose to be like it or if it was under cooked. I NEVER had it before lol The calamari was great. Looks like a small potion but the plate hole is about 6 inch wide so I got more than expected. The mandarins was a nice touch. Over all can't wait to come back! read more

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Nia, our server, set the tone for us to have a pleasant experience. We had a large group where she took special requests and constant drink orders with grace. She had a great positive attitude, a smile and made jokes throughout our visit. Would recommend Nia and the Central Kitchen crew for a fun group brunch experience! read more

This is a lovely place. I had a little brunch here with a friend and it was nice. I tried the salmon salad (I'm pretty sure it's not on the menu) and we had a bottle of champagne with a side of orange juice ;) Portions are good, my friend couldn't finish their plate. And the salad was tasty, and light. Service was okay, she seemed friendly enough. Wish we had sat on the patio but they were super busy so they didn't have space. Make sure you make a reservation! This place gets busy on the weekends for brunch. read more

I love it here. The food and staff are beyond great. Every time I go I am never disappointed!!!

Food was good, service was good ambiance was okay as well. great place for a first date. The only issue I have with this establishment is the separation of the bill. If you have 2 many people they will not or 2 lazy 2 separate the bill. It can be easily done. They just don't do it. read more

I went here with my wife yesterday for a late dinner. I will preface this review by mentioning that there was some type of event at Campus Martius last night that may have affected service and how busy they were. The absolute first thing I noticed was how LOUD everything was - the music, the conversation, the ambient noise. I don't recall it being that loud the last time I was there. I did ask our server to see if they could turn the music down a smidge and I believe that he may have had some success, as things did improve throughout the course of our meal. I might request to be seated farther from the bar next time. Our server, Alejandro, was an absolute dear, joking around with us and telling us how much he liked what we ordered. We agreed with him that the creamy, brie-like cheese on their cheese plate was far and away the most delicious of the cheeses. (Other than that, I'd say that the cheese plate was just A-okay - the olives weren't very fresh and the manchego was bland). We thoroughly enjoyed our cocktails, the Last Word and Suburban Anxiety. Both were balanced and came out promptly. My wife had the Detroit burger, which she said was good (and filling). The chips it came with were under salted but had great texture. I had the plum and burrata salad and loved it - I don't think I've ever had plums and arugula together and I'm so glad I tried it! We also got the chocolate lava cake, Alejandro's favorite dessert, and it was fantastic. The vanilla gelato was especially good. (The whipped cream on the side was a bit bland and too heavy- it seemed as though they added a stabilizer of some kind). Another note: because I don't eat red meat and the menu is a little burger-heavy, I asked if an Impossible patty can be substituted (they do have an appetizer that uses an Impossible product). I guess there is not a way for them to do that right now. They do have a turkey burger and also a vegan taco option. read more

Great location, beautiful interior, and good food. Was our first time coming to Central Kitchen + Bar since it opened and was happy that when we got there, we were able to be seated outside even though we didn't have a reservation. It did take a while for someone to notice us, but once she did, it was fine. We never did get any water for the table, though despite asking several times for water. For drinks, I ordered a Refresher Course drink which was made of: Gypsy vodka, St. Germaine, Aperol and lemon. It was so refreshing and not too strong. I enjoyed it very much. For dinner, my friend and I split two entrees: The vegetarian tacos, which were delicious! Two tacos that were filled with blackened roasted cauliflower, avocado, sweet pepper cream, chayote slaw and cotija cheese. It came with chips and salsa verde. We also split the kale salad without prosciutto which had roasted red pepper, white beans, gruyere and a vinaigrette. Both dishes were really great and we were stuffed upon leaving. Overall, very cool space, but the food was good, drinks were good and the items weren't too expensive for what you got. I dock points for service, but at least we could sit outside and were seated immediately even though we didn't have a reservation which is recommended. read more

Central Kitchen + Bar - Vegetarian tacos and kale salad without prosciutto - Gastropubs Near Me - Detroit, Michigan

Came for the 1st time & it was an amazing decision. Omelet of the day & Smash Burger w/ fries were delicious! Service was excellent. Food was tasty & prompt. Norris & Dre were great. Would definitely return. read more

Good spot right across from all the holiday happenings. Got the ahi tuna salad and it was so good, highly recommend. Cocktails were on point, had the Last Word and it was really well done. The service was very good too. Would come back. read more

Celebrated my birthday here this past weekend. I made reservations and they offered outdoor dining as you make your reservations. That was nice because we aren't excited about indoor dining just yet. AMEX called to inquire if they could group me and my friends reservations. They obliged. Another kudos!! Service was great! Our waiter gave us a complimentary bottle of champagne..... Kudos again!! Now to the food.... my tuna tartare was disgusting and the avocado toast was slimy. But others had great dishes so I was able to find some good eats despite my bad choices. I heard the Buffalo omelet was delicious as were the fries. I'd definitely recommend it! Great times had by everyone!! read more

Delicious food and great service! Recommend the So Fresh So Clean and the wings, will be back