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Central Kitchen + Bar, Detroit, MI

Central Kitchen + Bar

4.7
4.7
529 Reviews
$30 and under
American
Central Kitchen + Bar features contemporary American cuisine in a casual and welcoming environment. With recognizable bar food serving as the foundation for our menu, our executive chef has given a new spin to the classics, upgrading them with inventive taste combinations using local and seasonal ingredients. Guests will be pleased to see that we have something that appeals to everyone. From the selection of our purveyors of produce and meats, to creating our own infusions for our hand crafted cocktails, we are committed to offering our guests the highest quality products from start to finish.

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2 people

7:00 PM


Booked 18 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    American
  • Hours of operation
    Brunch Sun 11:00 am–4:00 pm Dinner Thu, Fri 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Sat 3:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (313) 963-9000
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Executive chef
    Christina Stanco
  • Catering
    If you are interested in Central Kitchen + Bar catering an event for you please reach out to Kristy Cook at kristy@centraldetroit.com
  • Private party facilities
    If you are interested in hosting a private event at Central Kitchen + Bar please reach out to Kristy Cook at kristy@centraldetroit.com
  • Neighborhood
    Detroit
  • Cross street
    Cadillac Square and Woodward Ave
  • Parking details
    We offer 2 hour validation parking in the Detroit 2 garage, located off of Congress St. Please ask the host for your validation ticket before leaving the restaurant.
  • Additional
    Beer, Cocktails, Delivery, Full Bar, Happy Hour, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wine

What 529 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.7
4.7 based on recent ratings
  • 4.6Food
  • 4.6Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.4Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Detroit / Eastern Michigan

    Great for brunch

  • Detroit / Eastern Michigan

    Good for groups

  • Detroit

    Great for brunch

  • Detroit

    Good for groups

529 Reviews
  1. OpenTable Diner

    Detroit

    5 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Food was delicious!! Atmosphere was fantastic! Service was great

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  2. OpenTable Diner

    Detroit

    2 reviews

    4.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    overall4food5service3ambience3
    The steak and frites were good as was a steak appetizer. The value for the appetizer was spot on but the steak and frites were a bit pricey. It was definitely an energetic atmosphere. We were seated in the bar area, not at the bar, but we were not very well tended to- there was no ask through the entire meal as to how it was/came out and/or if we needed anything else. We enjoyed ourselves but it was obvious that we were not a priority. At one point we had to yell over to the bar for two more drinks.

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  3. OpenTable Diner

    Las Vegas

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on November 18, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Excellent food and service. Get had a very simple and delicious brunch menu on a Saturday afternoon

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  4. OpenTable Diner

    Detroit

    11 reviews

    5.0

    11 reviews

    Dined on November 17, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The server was great! It’s always a vibe when coming here!

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  5. RitaK

    Detroit

    5 reviews

    4.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on November 12, 2023

    overall4food4service4ambience3
    Service and food was great. I did not enjoy the mocktails.

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  6. Corey

    Detroit

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on November 12, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Every time I come here it’s always a vibe and the music is great

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  7. StephenT

    Detroit

    2 reviews

    2.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on November 11, 2023

    overall2food2service3ambience3
    Ambience is always nice! Food was underwhelming (fried chicken sandwich needs much more seasoning). $17.00 for calamari? Our plate had more almonds than calamari.

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  8. Tkay

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 11, 2023

    overall3food1service3ambience2
    I went here for my birthday food was nasty I would never go here again for food but the fries were good

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  9. OpenTable Diner

    San Francisco

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on November 9, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Alejandro our waiter was amazing. Great service and conversation. The food was fantastic and loved the Happy about apps!!! Will be coming back.

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  10. DerekM

    Columbus

    14 reviews

    5.0

    14 reviews

    Dined on November 8, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The Fig Flatbread was absolutely delicious…a must have! We had the fries too…no complaints. Good portion sizes.

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  11. bburz

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 5, 2023

    overall3food4service2ambience3
    Usually love Central, good food and great brunch vibes. However, this time the service was not very good, which is unfortunate. It took about 15 minutes for us to get our first round of drinks and our server only came by about 4-5 times the entire time we were there (including taking our orders and dropping off food/drink). We even had to ask another server for our checks after watching our server go to the table next to us 4 different times and we tried to grab her attention. Overall, would still go back to Central but wish we had a better experience this time. There was one man who was very kind and would check in on us from time to time, which was appreciated.

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  12. OpenTable Diner

    Detroit

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on November 5, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    My favorite restaurant didn’t disappoint per usual! On time with seating—outside perfect for people watching. I actually like non-football Sunday better because it isn’t too noisy and you can enjoy the music! My french toast was delicious and my husband had chicken and waffles! Drain a bottle of champagne and enjoyed the vibe! My mom went with her friend from Tampa at my recommendation and she throughly enjoyed it! (Even as a more seasoned but very active executive.) See you in a few weeks!

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  13. OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 4, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Always have a good time at Central ! Staff is always friendly and great. Food always comes out fresh and hot.

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  14. OpenTable Diner

    Detroit

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on November 3, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great overall service and food. Will definitely be back!

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  15. ElyseandEvan

    Detroit

    25 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    25 reviews

    Dined on October 26, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Always phenomenal service and outstanding food/drinks. Tried the chicken wings for the first time and I was amazed. Never had a flavor profile like that on wings before but it was so cravable!

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  16. AndreC

    Detroit

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on October 22, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Honestly hits ALL the check boxes for brunch. My favorite brunch spot in detriot. Cons: portions could be a tab bit bigger, and the mimosa special got a little more expensive. First mimosa $12, every refill $0.50.

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  17. OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on October 21, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Appreciate that mocktails were offered. Food was yummy and inventive. Portions were large.

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  18. AshleyJ

    Phoenix

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on October 21, 2023

    overall5food5service4ambience4
    Dre was amazing! Great service. Will definitely be returning soon.

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  19. OpenTable Diner

    Washington DC

    7 reviews

    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on October 13, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great courteous service, excellent food. Went there for a late Friday lunch.

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  20. OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on October 7, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience3
    Our waiter got our food out quickly as we had to catch a show at Fisher Theater. Food was beautifully presented and delicious. Prices fair. Quite loud inside, a little quieter outside.

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  21. Mswebb11

    Los Angeles

    11 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    11 reviews

    Dined on October 1, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great service, great food and great vibes! Best combo for sure!

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  22. OpenTable Diner

    Alabama

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on September 30, 2023

    overall5food4service5ambience5
    We are regulars. Love the people. Food is good. Little pricey for the portion sizes…But we love the service and employees!

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  23. JeremyT

    Detroit

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on September 24, 2023

    overall5food5service4ambience5
    It was a very nice brunch experience. I had the omelet which was amazing and the lavender Lemonade which was so delicious to taste. My service was wonderful as well

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  24. Foodie1

    Detroit

    3 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on September 23, 2023

    overall4food4service4ambience4
    The food that we ordered was good; however, I would like to see an expanded menu with more options.

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  25. TJohns

    Seattle

    5 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on September 17, 2023

    overall5food5service4ambience4
    Great spot for food and drink before a game or event. Highly recommend the "outdoor seating" which is a covered and enclosed, natural light, space at the front of the restaurant.

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  26. OpenTable Diner

    Detroit

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on September 13, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    This place is always a vibe! Dre the bartender was awesome!

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  27. ChelseaE

    Grand Rapids

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on September 9, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Service was great as well as the food and the drinks!

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  28. OpenTable Diner

    Detroit

    1 review

    vip
    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on August 27, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Great experience overall! Great staff great service

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  29. OpenTable Diner

    Detroit

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on August 26, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Terrific food, ambiance is great for an outing, or even a laid back time with a close friend. I recommend the calamari. It is beyond words.

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  30. MegL

    Toronto

    3 reviews

    4.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on August 24, 2023

    overall4food5service2ambience3
    1/2 priced apps all delicious!!! Fig flatbread was amazing.

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  31. DebbiH

    Detroit

    6 reviews

    3.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on August 20, 2023

    overall3food5service5ambience4
    We were there for brunch on a Sunday. Place was packed. We waited about 15 min for our table beyond our reservation time. Food and service was great. It was very very noisy. Our booth of six struggled to hear each other. Just FYI. The DJ didn't help.

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  32. OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    2.0

    1 review

    Dined on August 19, 2023

    overall2food2service1ambience1
    The service was slow. Food was over priced and under seasoned. The bartender was my waiter and didn’t provide good service

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  33. OpenTable Diner

    Detroit

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on August 13, 2023

    overall5food4service5ambience5
    Mimosas flowed, but ambiance and food left much to be desired. Food is hit and miss. Some items you can't screw up, but temperatures aren't monitored properly. Also, music is at a whisper, so all you here is a hodge podge of conversations. Not my first visit, may not be my last.

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  34. RheaC

    Detroit

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on August 13, 2023

    overall5food4service5ambience5
    Beef tenderloin was a little on the charred side, but still delish!

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  35. RickD

    San Francisco

    12 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    12 reviews

    Dined on August 11, 2023

    overall4food4service4ambience5
    It's one of my staples downtown Detroit. The staff is attentive, and the location is perfect. Food is also flavorful and different varieties of food.

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  36. OpenTable Diner

    Atlanta Metro

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on August 4, 2023

    overall5food4service4ambience4
    We had a great time. Drinks and food are very good.

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  37. JAYE

    Tampa

    12 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    12 reviews

    Dined on August 4, 2023

    overall3food3service4ambience4
    The restaurant is centrally located with a nice atmosphere. However, the options for lunch were limited and "average tasting".

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  38. PamD

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on July 30, 2023

    overall5food4service5ambience5
    Outdoor seating was perfect for people watching! They had a DJ and music was on point the whole time. Waffle was cooked to perfection…we will be back!

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  39. JoseeT

    Toronto

    8 reviews

    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on July 30, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Beautiful location, great food, attentive service and a DJ!

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  40. IrinaP

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on July 27, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    I am happy I found this place so close to my workplace to organize a last minute Happy Hour. I was very pleased with their selections for the Happy Hour especially since they have a vegetarian option and mocktails.

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Safety precautions

  • Cleaning & sanitizing

    • Surfaces sanitized between seatings
    • Digital, disposable or sanitized menu provided
    • Common areas deep-cleaned daily
    • Sanitizer or wipes provided for customers
    • Contactless payment available
  • Physical distancing

    • Limited number of seated diners
    • Distancing maintained in common areas
    • Extra space between tables
  • Protective equipment

    • Waitstaff wear masks
    • Diners must wear masks unless eating or drinking
  • Screening

    • Sick staff prohibited in the workplace
    • Staff temperature check required
    • Contact tracing information collected

FAQs

You can order delivery directly from Central Kitchen + Bar using the Order Online button. Central Kitchen + Bar also offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (313) 963-9000.

Central Kitchen + Bar is rated 4.7 stars by 529 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people

7:00 PM


Booked 18 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Central Kitchen + Bar

660 Woodward Ave Ste 4A, Detroit, MI 48226-3586

Additional information

  • Cross street
    Cadillac Square and Woodward Ave
  • Neighborhood
    Detroit
  • Hours of operation
    Brunch Sun 11:00 am–4:00 pm Dinner Thu, Fri 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Sat 3:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    American
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    We offer 2 hour validation parking in the Detroit 2 garage, located off of Congress St. Please ask the host for your validation ticket before leaving the restaurant.
  • Executive chef
    Christina Stanco
  • Additional
    Beer, Cocktails, Delivery, Full Bar, Happy Hour, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wine
  • Phone number
    (313) 963-9000
  • Catering
    If you are interested in Central Kitchen + Bar catering an event for you please reach out to Kristy Cook at kristy@centraldetroit.com
  • Private party facilities
    If you are interested in hosting a private event at Central Kitchen + Bar please reach out to Kristy Cook at kristy@centraldetroit.com
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