Central Records is a rare spot that fully commits to its identity--coffee shop by day, indie dance party by night--and it works. Came in for a party and it was exactly the kind of night you hope for. Great crowd, progressive and open, with that laid-back indie vibe that feels natural, not forced. The sound system was dialed in, the visiting celebrity DJ kept things moving, and the whole room just clicked. Cocktails are not really customizable, which might not be for everyone. Out of the two cocktails I tried, I really liked one. It's the kind of place you go for the atmosphere as much as anything, and on my latest visit, it delivered. read more

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I came into Central Records on a Saturday night, randomly. The music coming out of the door with its neon sign drew us in like a moth to flames. It wasn't too busy and I could see the potential of it being a pretty fun place. We had a drink and listened to some music from the DJ spinning. I would definitely like to come back and hang out again. I didn't realize this place had day time things happening too. read more

good. like the events there. the tables are a little smaller than i would love but really such a small thing to complain about.....

This is a chill vibe for sure, if you are moved by jazz music , history and a unique experience this will check all your boxes. Tonight's event is kicked off by a pop up collaboration with a local chef and a local business owner. This is a special event , RSVP only. The aromatic Smokey sents of delicious food tingles my senses and has me nearly floating if not salivating . The dimmed lights and fun disco ball set the tone for an intimate night of good music with your soul mate , friends and family . The venue small but not uncomfortable , clean with decor articulately displayed .dont skip the restroom , lol , cute nostalgic set up in there too. Staff on board were all professional, coordinated and complimented each other. Cheers my friends as I take in the views , scents , music and the good vibes! read more

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I'm glad we rolled through Central records on a busy first Friday night. A DJ was spinning in the back booth. The music was smooth and hipster vibes were on point. We ordered the garlic and goat cheese bread and drinks. The garlic and goat cheese bread was delicious. The garlic was roasted and bread was crispy. Small portion, so not great for sharing. Adjacent to Central records is Huarachis. I'd recommend stopping in for a cocktail and app if there is a wait on a weekend evening. read more

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as a member of the SWW mahjong club, central records is an absolute pleasure to be at every 3rd thursday. it's an intimate spot that holds space for local DJs with limited, but amazing drinks! the food is often slept on, but TRUST ME, it's been a hit no matter what i've ordered. the muff sandwich is one of the best i've ever had, and their espresso flip has to be the best espresso martini drink i've ever had (it is very easy to knock a couple of these back TRUST ME)... i love what central records does for the phx community, hosting skoden coffee in the mornings, and having weekly local events in the evenings. i love this place and i look forward to a good experience every time i step foot in this place! read more

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No one picks up the phone. I bought some records and I forgot them there. No one was picking up the phone, google page showed opened so I drove 25 mins to get my records just to see they're closed. Also their automated text messages don't work either. Does anyone check this page? Is there an updated number to call?? read more

Great music.... Good drinks and great vibes. Conveniently located downtown. Will visit again.

I really miss the old style of the bar before construction! And the gnocchi. Hopefully they're attracting the crowd they want. Hope you guys do well! read more

Very cool spot downtown. I am not a drinker but if I was I would be a regular here. They had a DJ on Friday night. My sister order a cocktail and we shared the garlic goat cheese bread. Very tasty. I would come back and have small bites again. read more

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We stopped into Central Records on their third birthday. It's a hip wine bar and record store and they serve food! They had DJs mixing music and dancing in the booth, and it was good vibes overall. The workers were very friendly and were telling us about the history of the place and how it's technically two stores housed under one roof. The record side will have DJ events, which you can find posted on their Instagram. They had a lot of wine to choose from and we went with an orange wine. They had plenty of vegetarian options, from small bites to salads and sandwiches. I loved the garlic and goat cheese and the mushroom pate! They were bigger portions than I expected and perfect for a quick bite for lunch. We sat in the front area and people watched out the window as we ate lunch. read more

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We really enjoyed it here! The Vodka Gimlet was excellent, a very refreshing summer drink perfect for the Phoenix heat. We came on Thursday night which is jazz night which has a special menu. Everything was delicious! Especially the Summer Paella! Nice and friendly service too, Jordan was great! Also, the ambiance inside is perfect, warm and cozy, yet energetic and lively, such a great balance. Oh and they have coffee here in case you need a pick me up! read more

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Went for a even on Saturday night. Super cool establishment. Staff welcoming and knowledgeable about the menu which is nice. Music was great. Can't wait to come back. Haven't seen the day vibes read more

So cool! As soon as I got an ad for this place on Instagram I knew I had to try it! Went with my family here and it was fun! I got a cider, no food this time, but it looked good. The vibe is really hip and laid back here. Do wish the records were organized a little better, but still it was awesome! Cool bathroom here. Good service too, got a little busy and the bartender was still attentive. Worth checking out for sure! read more

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Loved it here. Got their espresso martini and it is the best I've had! The vibes are immaculate and the service is top-notch. So glad I discovered this gem during my visit to Phoenix. read more

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The ambiance and music is everything. The energy is usually pretty chill in a fun relaxed way. I'm vegan so not too much for me to eat however, if you've got an eclectic pallet this place is for you! Overall wasn't very impressed with my drink, I ordered a Mai Tai that appear to be missing a few ingredients that you'd find at a regular bar (which I'm aware this is not). A friend and I considered coming here a getting shots instead of mixed drinks next time just because the pricing is very affordable and the vibe was immaculate. My honest rating is a 4.5 solely because of the drinks however, I'm not going to obliterate their ratings because everything else was great. read more

Pretty cool spot for drinks! Great selection of beer and wine, cocktail list is nice but quite limited. Well honestly all the drink options are limited but they're very well curated. The staff is kind and helpful. Seems to draw a chill and eclectic crowd. This is an ideal spot for early evening drinking, not too loud or crowded but definitely lively enough to be fun. 1 star reduction because, as other reviewers have noted, there are like 150-200 records in the whole place, which makes its name feel a bit misleading. The records are neither well known nor well priced. Come here for the drinks and atmosphere, if you want records just go to Bookman's. read more

Great ambiance and great service. Jake and Will are awesome and very personable. They have a great wine selection and make great recommendations. The food is so good and fresh and the sound system is perfect. They have guest DJs every week so there's always a variety. read more

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Sick new spot on Central with tasty natural wines, great food, and vinyls always spinning. read more

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This is the exact coffee shop / bar you're looking for. Daytime vibes: work laptop, lounge, good music mixes Nighttime vibes: mood lighting and vibes The drinks are good and straight to the point. The main attraction is the ambiance and curation of magazines and records. Definitely a top contender in downtown Phoenix read more

My boyfriend came across this place on social media, we ended up going one night and fell in love! We love the variety of wine and drinks and small bites! Love the range of DJs that play throughout the night. Great service and overall great atmosphere. read more

Branded as a record store, but painfully small selection of albums, of which 99% of people would never buy.

Amazing staff !, makes you feel at home. The food was spot on this guy knows what he's doing! And, of course I love love the music read more

The vibe is chill and the staff is too, i tried the salted carmel americano and i love it, menu wise there are refreshments plus alcohol and coffee options of course the usual breakfast and lunch plus some sides and lounge, there are DJ's who will perform their sets which is pretty cool especially since the atmosphere is bar like and a hangout spot, i did come alone but i never felt more welcomed by staff! read more

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Didn't like the lack of culture represented in this place. A little confused on what it is... a bar? a restaurant? a record store? a cafe? Also there's always a ton of people smoking cigarettes right outside of the door. read more

this place is so just so kickass - awesome decor/atmosphere, BIG selection of beer/wine and a bomb espresso martini. food here is a bunch of small places that are SO good and a killer price (try the anchovy butter!!!) great place for a date or a nightcap with the girlies read more

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Wonderful coffee and service. A cool concept and welcome addition to Phoenix. Will definitely be coming back.

There's no place in Phoenix like this. Head here for good wine and tunes. Service and food are amazing.

This is what has been missing!!! Great vinyl collections, magazines, and DJ sets. This is a place where you can get work done, depending on the time of day, and also have a good time with friends. I love where this business is going. read more

Wanted to try this spot for a while. Really good vibe and set up, but unfortunately couldn't get service. Got menus from one of the two workers there. We asked him if we order at our table or up at the counter, he said either works. Sat there then for 10 minutes and didn't get waited on. My wife even went up to the counter and sat down and no one acknowledged her. We chose to leave at that point when we saw a couple who came in 5 minutes after we came in get helped first. Sad thing is they weren't even busy. Saw lots of standing around and looking at phones from both employees there. read more

My new favorite spot! Such a gorgeous place. Lots of love went into this and you can tell. Awesome record store, the selection is fantastic. DJs are playing the best tunes all the time in the built-in dj booth. Amazing food and drinks. Good cheap beer. Super super friendly and attentive staff. There's something really special about this place. I could spend all day here (I have before and will for sure in the future). So happy this place exists!!!! read more

Great customer service. Employees were attentive and friendly. Received menus within seconds of entering. Good atmosphere and large selection of natural wine. read more

Love this place. beautiful spot in phx for culture and local Djs. People that appreciate art and records. Love the Jazz Nights Thursdays

This place is a hot mess. Understandably, they might be short staffed because there were two workers but neither of them seemed to know what their role was. The positive was the vibe and the music but that's not enough to save a place. Really wanted to like it here but it was slow to get service and they seemed to be out of half of their menu. read more

The ambiance was super cool and staff was very nice I definitely plan on becoming a regular