Centro Mexican Kitchen

Name: Centro Mexican Kitchen
Address: 950 Pearl St, Boulder, CO, United States, 80302
Telephone: (303) 442-7771
Price range: $30 and under
Rating: 4.1

4.1 (586)

$30 and under

Mexican

950 Pearl St, Boulder, CO 80302

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2 people

Jul 1, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 13 times today

About this restaurant

Good for groups
Lively
Great for happy hour

We're a fun, Colorado-inspired Mexican restaurant in the heart of downtown Boulder along the iconic Pearl Street Mall. Our bustling bar specializes in festive cocktails and our year-round covered patio offers some of Boulder's best people watching.

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Mexican
Hours of operation
Mon–Thu 11:00 am–9:00 pm Fri 11:00 am–10:00 pm Sat 10:00 am–10:00 pm Sun 10:00 am–9:00 pm
Phone number
(303) 442-7771
Website
https://www.centromexican.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Catering
Let us take the stress out of your next event. Centro is the perfect spot for your next private party. With insightful caring service, soulful & inspired Chef’s menus, and custom options to fit any budget, your private dining experience will be perfecto! <br /><br />Catering your party with our service and food at su casa is just as simple too! Tacos for 20 or Cerdo Grande for 400. Your place or ours. Grab & go, light luncheon or pig roast, we take care of everything. Your guests will thank you, guaranteed.
Private party facilities
Whether you're interested in throwing a party in Centro, hosting an event at su casa, or renting the whole dang thing, we've got you covered!
Delivery & takeout
Order direct

Location
950 Pearl St, Boulder, CO 80302
Neighborhood
Boulder
Cross street
10th St.
Parking details
There is metered street side parking located just in front of the restaurant, as well as public parking structures within a few short blocks. Parking structures are located at 11th & Pearl Street and 11th & Walnut.
Public transit
Public transportion is available at our doorstep, as well as taxi services a half block east of our restaurant.
Entertainment
Summertime Live Music!
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Outdoor Firepit, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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What 586 people are saying

Centro Mexican Kitchen reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

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4.1

4.1 based on recent ratings

4.1Food
4.1Service
4.0Ambience
3.8Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

Boulder Area
Good for groups
Boulder Area
Healthy

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Centro Mexican Kitchen shines with "phenomenal" food and "top-notch" service, making it a delightful spot for special occasions. The "amazing" staff, led by attentive managers, ensure a memorable experience. While some encountered service hiccups, the restaurant's "creative" dishes and "fresh" ingredients keep patrons returning for the "great margaritas" and vibrant atmosphere.

586 Reviews

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Leslie VIP
Las Vegas1 review
2.0
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 2
2. Food 1
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 2
Centro quality of food is poor and the iconic smoked chicken enchiladas from Zolo that the Bid Red F brand carried over were served with luke warm filling. We were half way through the meal when the server checked in. We had a time limit and plans to see a show after dinner and could not wait for the food to be redone and served, so we let the server know it was cold and we did not have time. He offered a free SHOT of tequila or dessert....lol. While, it was something to offer we would have expected a minimum of one meal given for free or a comp of all. The manager came over later and stated, since you eat the enchiladas there is nothing we can do and we reviewed the kitchen ticket and amt. of time in the oven and there was nothing wrong. So, basically the co-managers eluded that we were lying and we WERE rude. Things escalated verbally from there and damage is done. Note BIG RED F, you are in the service business and you just lost a 25 year customer from going to all your restaurants the Post, Jax and Centro....so be it and sad. The brand management should spend some time onsite at the locations to get some perspective. Vet your mgmt. and servers...many don't seem to give a crap.
Centro Mexican KitchenResponded 1 day ago
Dear Leslie, We’re sorry for the lukewarm enchiladas and regret that our offer to quickly remake them didn’t work with your schedule. We apologize if our staff’s response or the offer of a tequila shot or dessert felt inadequate or dismissive. This wasn’t our intent, and we take your concerns seriously. Your 25 years of loyalty to Big Red F mean the world, and we’re heartbroken to hear we’ve let you down. We’re addressing this with our Centro team, reinforcing training, and reviewing our processes to ensure this doesn’t happen again. If you’d consider giving us another chance, we would be grateful for the opportunity to make it right. Centro Mexican Kitchen Team
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garth
Denver / Colorado1 review
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Has been a great place for years. This was a birthday dinner and the staff went the extra mile to make it a great celebration. Many thanks to everyone.
Centro Mexican KitchenResponded 1 day ago
Dear Garth, Thank you so much for your heartfelt review! We’re absolutely delighted to hear that our restaurant has been a favorite of yours for years and that your recent birthday dinner was such a special occasion. It warms our hearts to know our team went the extra mile to make your celebration truly memorable. At Centro, creating joyful moments like these is what drives us, and we’re so grateful for your kind words of appreciation. We’d love to keep making more unforgettable memories with you, so please come back soon for another wonderful experience—maybe even for the next milestone celebration! Thanks again to you and your party for choosing us to share in your special day! Cheers, Centro Mexican Kitchen Team
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Carolyn
Denver / Colorado4 reviews
2.0
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 2
2. Food 1
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 4
The chicken enchiladas hardly had any chicken. So disappointing as we loved them in the past
Centro Mexican KitchenResponded 1 day ago
Dear Carolyn, We’re truly sorry the smoked chicken enchiladas didn’t meet your expectations with insufficient chicken. It’s disappointing to hear, especially since you’ve enjoyed them before. We’re addressing this with our kitchen team to ensure consistent quality and generous portions going forward. Thank you for your honest feedback—it helps us improve. We hope to welcome you back soon for the exceptional experience you deserve. Sincerely, Centro Mexican Kitchen
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Lesli
Denver / Colorado4 reviews
5.0
Dined on June 22, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Went here for a birthday celebration and it was lovely! The food was quite good and the drinks were delicious.
Centro Mexican KitchenResponded on June 23, 2025
So glad to hear you chose us for your birthday celebration and that you had a lovely time! We're thrilled you enjoyed the food and found our drinks delicious. We hope to see you again soon! Centro Mexican Kitchen Team
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Shannon VIP
Denver / Colorado14 reviews
2.0
Dined on June 16, 2025
1. Overall 2
2. Food 3
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 2
I made a reservation and they did not have our table ready, and the air conditioning was out which I feel like they should’ve let us know and offered a table outside, but we ended up in the hottest section of the restaurant. Our waitress was not very friendly, and I understand she was probably miserable in the heat, as were we … she kept asking us to essentially bust the table with no please’s or thank you’s. We half joking asked because of the heat it would be awesome to get a free round of drinks and our waitress pretty much agreed and then the manager gave us a hard time about it when our bill came …overall not a great experience.
Centro Mexican KitchenResponded on June 17, 2025
Dear Shannon, We’re truly sorry for the disappointing experience at Centro Mexican Kitchen. We apologize for the reservation mix-up, the uncomfortable heat due to the air conditioning issue, and the lack of communication about seating options. You’re absolutely right that we should have informed you and offered an outdoor table. We also regret the unfriendly service you received and the confusion over the drink request. Our team should have handled both with more professionalism and courtesy, and we’re addressing this with our staff to ensure it doesn’t happen again. Thank you for your feedback! -Centro Mexican Kitchen Team
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Mohan
Raleigh / Durham / Chapel Hill1 review
2.0
Dined on June 16, 2025
1. Overall 2
2. Food 1
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 2
My friends rated it as the worst food/restaurant they have ever been to. They have been living in the US for 50 years!
Centro Mexican KitchenResponded on June 17, 2025
Dear Mohan, We’re deeply sorry your friends had a poor experience at Centro Mexican Kitchen. We value their feedback and want to make it right. Please share more details about their visit so we can address the issues. Thank you, Centro Mexican Kitchen Team
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Jaken
Denver / Colorado2 reviews
5.0
Dined on June 4, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
I had the chance to visit Centro again, this time with my pastors and my brother, and once again the food was absolutely phenomenal. The service was top-notch as always, it's refreshing to go somewhere where the team genuinely enjoys what they do. Everyone was incredibly kind, and you just don’t find service like this anywhere else. My pastor couldn’t stop raving about the creme brulee, he was seriously blown away and already plans to come back. Our server Evan was friendly and personable, and Abigail, the manager, went out of her way to check on us multiple times to make sure everything was perfect. It really shows how much they care.
Centro Mexican KitchenResponded on June 8, 2025
Dear Jaken, Thank you for your heartfelt review and for choosing Centro again for such a special visit with your pastors and brother! We’re thrilled to hear the food was phenomenal and that our team’s passion and kindness shone through. It means so much to know your pastor loved the creme brulee—we’ll be sure to pass that along to our kitchen! A special shoutout to Evan and Abigail for making your experience memorable; we’re so proud of their dedication to ensuring every guest feels cared for. We can’t wait to welcome you all back, especially your pastor for another round of creme brulee! Warmest regards, The Centro Team
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Jaken
Denver / Colorado2 reviews
5.0
Dined on June 1, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
I had the privilege of celebrating my birthday at Centro Mexican Kitchen with my parents and grandparents, and it was such a special experience. We had an amazing time together, and the food was absolutely incredible. Ana, the General Manager, treated us to some of her favorite starters, and they were out of this world. By the time our entrees arrived, we were already stuffed, but they were so good we couldn't resist finishing everything. Our server, Kenzie, was fantastic, full of energy and really knew the menu inside and out. It's rare to find service that great these days. We'll definitely be coming back soon!
Centro Mexican KitchenResponded on June 4, 2025
Thank you so much for celebrating your birthday with us—it means the world that you chose Centro for such a special occasion. We're so glad to hear you and your family had a great time! Ana loved getting to treat you all, and we’ll be sure to pass along your kind words to Kenzie—she’ll be thrilled to hear it. We can't wait to welcome you back soon. Wishing you a wonderful year ahead! Anastasiya Vasiukevich General Manager Centro Mexican Kitchen
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Timothy VIP
Greater Boston15 reviews
5.0
Dined on May 30, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great authentic food in a fun outdoor seating! Great drinks. Accommodating staff! We will love coming back.
Centro Mexican KitchenResponded on June 1, 2025
Thank you so much for the kind words! We're thrilled to hear you enjoyed the food, drinks, and our outdoor seating. Our team works hard to make every visit special, and we’re so glad you felt well taken care of. We can’t wait to welcome you back soon! Cheers, Centro Mexican Kitchen Team
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Jeff VIP
Denver / Colorado4 reviews
1.0
Dined on May 11, 2025
1. Overall 1
2. Food 3
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 1
Terrible experience on Mother’s Day. Will not be back.
Centro Mexican KitchenResponded on May 12, 2025
Hi Jeff, I’m very sorry your Mother’s Day visit was such a letdown. Waiting that long for service, receiving the wrong food, and feeling overlooked — especially on a day meant to feel special — is unacceptable. Your family deserved better. We were overwhelmed that day, but it’s on us to deliver a smooth, thoughtful experience no matter how busy we are. I’ll be following up with our team to make sure we’re better prepared going forward. If you're open to it, I’d love the chance to make things right. Feel free to reach out to me directly at anastasiya@centromexican com Sincerely, Anastasiya Vasiukevich General Manager, Centro Mexican Kitchen
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Centro Mexican Kitchen offers delivery in partnership with Uber Eats. Centro Mexican Kitchen also offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (303) 442-7771.

Centro Mexican Kitchen is rated 4.1 stars by 586 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people

Jul 1, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 13 times today

950 Pearl St, Boulder, CO 80302

Additional information

Cross street
10th St.
Neighborhood
Boulder
Hours of operation
Mon–Thu 11:00 am–9:00 pm Fri 11:00 am–10:00 pm Sat 10:00 am–10:00 pm Sun 10:00 am–9:00 pm
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Mexican
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
There is metered street side parking located just in front of the restaurant, as well as public parking structures within a few short blocks. Parking structures are located at 11th & Pearl Street and 11th & Walnut.
Public transit
Public transportion is available at our doorstep, as well as taxi services a half block east of our restaurant.
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Entertainment
Summertime Live Music!
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Outdoor Firepit, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
Delivery & takeout
Order direct

Website
https://www.centromexican.com/
Phone number
(303) 442-7771
Catering
Let us take the stress out of your next event. Centro is the perfect spot for your next private party. With insightful caring service, soulful & inspired Chef’s menus, and custom options to fit any budget, your private dining experience will be perfecto! <br /><br />Catering your party with our service and food at su casa is just as simple too! Tacos for 20 or Cerdo Grande for 400. Your place or ours. Grab & go, light luncheon or pig roast, we take care of everything. Your guests will thank you, guaranteed.
Private party facilities
Whether you're interested in throwing a party in Centro, hosting an event at su casa, or renting the whole dang thing, we've got you covered!

Centro Mexican Kitchen

Make a reservation

About this restaurant

Additional information

Ask Concierge
AI Beta

Popular dishes

Chicken Enchiladas

Chicken Enchiladas de Zolo

12 Pan Chicken Enchiladas

Menu

What 586 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Loved For

Review summary

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