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Café Central, El Paso, TX

Café Central

4.7 (2405)
$50 and over
Contemporary American
109 North Oregon st, El Paso, TX 79901

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 15 times today

About this restaurant

  • Good for special occasions
  • Great for fine wines
  • Fancy
Cafe Central offers an outstanding experience; delectable cuisine and our dedication to thoughtful service are evident in every staff member, making it a preferred destination for locals and visitors alike. Offering an expansive, award winning wine selection and exquisite gourmet dishes with a Southwestern twist in mind to create exceptional cuisine from appetizers to entrees. Located in the heart of downtown, just one block from the Museum of Art, Plaza Theater, San Jacinto Plaza, Convention Center, and other hotels.
El Paso’s only winner of the Wine Spectator Best Award of Excellence for the past 11 years and honored with the Distinguished Restaurants of America (DiRoNa) Award for Excellence. After a long day of travel, indulge in the Cafe Central experience. Join us for dinner and enjoy the impeccable service and cuisine. Your table’s ready, and the bar is fully stocked.

Experience timeless tradition at Cafe Central and be part of the legacy. Bon appétit!

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Fine Dining
  • Price
    $50 and over
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary American
  • Hours of operation
    Brunch Sat 10:30 am–2:30 pm Lunch Mon–Fri 11:00 am–3:00 pm Dinner Mon–Wed 3:00 pm–10:00 pm Thu–Sat 3:00 pm–11:00 pm
  • Phone number
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Executive chef
    Kasey Kaplan
  • Catering
    Please call Event Planner at (915) 545-2233 or email estela@cafecentral.com for details and we will make sure to make your event a success.
  • Private party facilities
    For private event reservations, we do not allow any outside entertainment. We will help you plan the most memorable event, please inquire with us!
  • Private party contact
    Estela Abelleyra: (915) 545-2233 ext. 110
  • Neighborhood
    El Paso
  • Cross street
    Mills and San Antonio Street
  • Parking details
    Valet Parking $5.00 Lunch and $10.00 at Dinner
  • Entertainment
    Jazz on Thursdays; Piano during Dinner Monday thru Saturday.
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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What 2,405 people are saying

Café Central reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.7
4.7 based on recent ratings
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.8Ambience
  • 4.4Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • El Paso

    Best Overall

  • El Paso

    Best Food

  • El Paso

    Best Service

  • El Paso

    Best Ambiance

  • El Paso

    Healthy

  • El Paso

    Great for fine wines

  • El Paso

    Romantic

  • El Paso

    Most Booked

  • El Paso

    Best Overall

  • El Paso

    Best Food

  • El Paso

    Best Service

  • El Paso

    Best Ambiance

  • El Paso

    Healthy

  • El Paso

    Great for fine wines

  • El Paso

    Romantic

  • El Paso

    Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Café Central delivers "top notch service" and "amazing food," making it a must-visit in El Paso. Ideal for special occasions, it offers an upscale dining experience with standout dishes like the Chilean Sea Bass and green chili soup. Guests appreciate the "wonderful service" and elegant ambiance, ensuring memorable visits.
2,405 Reviews
  1. Lorenzo

    El Paso1 review

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    This was my first time there and I was highly impressed. Mushroom appetizer was on point. Salmon perfectly cooked and the final bite of chocolate mousse was exquisite! Can’t wait to go back.

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  2. Brenden

    Unspecified1 review

    5.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Took my girlfriend out for her birthday and couldn’t have picked a better place.

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  3. Steve

    Dallas - Fort Worth2 reviews

    2.0

    Dined on June 22, 2025

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Maybe a new chef? Just not quite what we expected. 

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  4. Silvia

    El Paso3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 21, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Food and service great as always! Only disappointment this time was sitting next to kitchen; staff super loud and lots of traffic with waitstaff…next time will request not to be seated in that area

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  5. Rocky

    Unspecified1 review

    1.0

    Dined on June 21, 2025

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great people very nice place food wasn’t that great service was awesome. Very attentive. The waiter. The bartender is fast. Overall food don’t go for the food. Go for the ambience for the experience.

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  6. Christian

    El Paso1 review

    5.0

    Dined on June 19, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great service and great food! Always a pleasant experience.

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  7. Kim VIP

    San Antonio26 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 19, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Lovely evening. Food was fabulous. Excellent service.

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  8. Austin

    Unspecified1 review

    5.0

    Dined on June 14, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent service, and the food was out of this world.

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  9. Sid VIP

    South Carolina11 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 14, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Fernando is the master waiter (come to Charleston SC Fernando!) and guided us expertly to a perfect brunch. Best in El Paso and I highly recommend

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  10. Leah VIP

    Seattle / Eastern Washington2 reviews

    3.0

    Dined on June 14, 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 4
    I was disappointed to learn after ordering that the menu item I selected is no longer offered. So I'm given a few minutes to choose another meal. My husband and I both place our orders after I have picked a new one. After about 20 minutes the waitress tells us that they are out of crab and lobster which are 2 of the main items in my husband's order. He had ordered the petite seafood tower which is supposed to come with lobster, crab, ceviche, mussels, oysters, and shrimp. Why we weren't told this when we initially ordered I don't know. Could have definitely saved everyone time and frustration. They did bring us the crab cakes on the house which we're delicious. By the time my husband's food was ready they somehow had some lobster to put on his plate. The food and drinks were good. However not the service I would expect from a restaurant at this price point.

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Café Central is rated 4.7 stars by 2405 OpenTable diners.

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 15 times today
Google Map for Café Central

109 North Oregon st, El Paso, TX 79901

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross street
    Mills and San Antonio Street
  • Neighborhood
    El Paso
  • Hours of operation
    Brunch Sat 10:30 am–2:30 pm Lunch Mon–Fri 11:00 am–3:00 pm Dinner Mon–Wed 3:00 pm–10:00 pm Thu–Sat 3:00 pm–11:00 pm
  • Price
    $50 and over
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary American
  • Dining style
    Fine Dining
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    Valet Parking $5.00 Lunch and $10.00 at Dinner
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Kasey Kaplan
  • Entertainment
    Jazz on Thursdays; Piano during Dinner Monday thru Saturday.
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
  • Catering
    Please call Event Planner at (915) 545-2233 or email estela@cafecentral.com for details and we will make sure to make your event a success.
  • Private party facilities
    For private event reservations, we do not allow any outside entertainment. We will help you plan the most memorable event, please inquire with us!
  • Private party contact
    Estela Abelleyra: (915) 545-2233 ext. 110
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