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Centrolina

Name: Centrolina
Address: 974 Palmer Alley NW, Washington, DC, United States, 20001
Telephone: (202) 898-2426
Price range: $50 and over
Rating: 4.7

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$50 and over

Italian

974 Palmer Alley NW, Washington, DC 20001

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2 people

Jul 16, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 51 times today

Experiences are available.

About this restaurant

Good for special occasions
Innovative
Good for business meals

Centrolina is an Italian restaurant and market, locally owned and operated by Chef Amy Brandwein, set in Washington’s CityCenterDC development. The Osteria showcases a seasonally driven menu of authentic and innovative Italian dishes offered for lunch and dinner. Chef Brandwein's menu is inspired from the seasons, Italian regionality and the wide variety of Chef curated product in the adjoining market.

The market showcases a selection of imported Italian specialty items along with locally sourced meat, sustainable fish, and produce from local farms. The Centrolina kitchen produces daily hand crafted fresh pasta and sauces, antipasti and entrees available for takeaway.

For parties of 7 people or more, we do require a prix-fixe menu, please email caroline@centrolinadc.com for additional information.

Why they're an Icon

Executive chef: Amy Brandwein

From the OpenTable editors: Nearly a decade into its run, this refined osteria continues to be a sought-after table thanks to its easygoing vibe and chef Amy Brandwein’s housemade pastas that spotlight seasonal, mid-Atlantic ingredients. It's easy to linger over shareable antipasti, refreshing cocktails, and pitch-perfect wines in the lively space.

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Additional information

Dining style
Casual Elegant
Price
$50 and over
Cuisines
Italian, Fish, Farm-to-table
Hours of operation
Market Hours Daily 10:00 am–8:00 pm Lunch Mon–Sat 11:30 am–2:30 pm Dinner Mon–Thu 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–9:30 pm
Phone number
(202) 898-2426
Website
http://www.centrolinadc.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Smart Casual
Catering
Available upon request - email Private Dining Director Caroline Millot at caroline@centrolinadc.com
Private party facilities
Centrolina offers two private dining rooms for 6–30 guests, ideal for group dining in DC. Full restaurant buyouts available for up to 125 guests. Located in CityCenterDC, our female-owned, chef-led restaurant serves seasonal Italian cuisine in a warm, stylish setting.
Private party contact
Caroline Millot: (202) 898-2426

Location
974 Palmer Alley NW, Washington, DC 20001
Neighborhood
Penn Quarter
Cross street
at 10th st between H st. & I st. NW
Parking details
Valet Parking for City Center is located at 9th & I streets and 9th and H Streets respectively. <br /><br />Public Parking is available on 11th Street between H&I streets. The elevator will take you directly to the restaurant on Palmer Alley.
Public transit
The Blue, Orange or Red lines stop at MetroCenter, just a few blocks away. The Yellow, Green and Red lines stop at Gallery Place–Chinatown, two blocks south east. A number of bus lines, as well as the Circulator Bus stop in front of CityCenterDC.For route, schedule and fare details, visit the Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority website: www.wmata.com
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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Experiences

Chef’s Table Centrolina X Rooster & Owl
$150.00 per person
Prepaid
Jul 16, 2025 only
7:00 PM
Join 7x James Beard nominated chef Amy Brandwein for her 2025 season of Chef’s Table with James Beard nominated Chef Owner Yuan Tang of Rooster & Owl. Enjoy a collaborative 4 course meal in Centrolina's exclusive Chef’s Salon, where Amy and Chef Yuan will cook a special tasting menu celebrating their unique cuisines. A portion of proceeds from the dinner will be going to the guest chef's charity of choice.

Private dining

What 2,258 people are saying

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

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

4.8Food
4.7Service
4.7Ambience
4.3Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

District of Columbia
Italian

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Centrolina delights with "delicious food" and "impeccable service," consistently winning over guests. Chef Amy's inventive Italian cuisine shines with standout dishes like "white bolognese" and "Guiaciale gnocchi." The vibrant atmosphere and attentive staff create a "wonderful experience," though some find portions small for the price.

2,258 Reviews

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William VIP
New York City21 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Centrolina is always excellent. Naderia and Thomas at the bar always make me feel at home. Chef needs to work on the AC however. Especially with summer being so oppressive here.
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Mark
Baltimore / Maryland3 reviews
5.0
Dined on July 6, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Attractive restaurant, delicious food, great service small portions
CentrolinaResponded on July 8, 2025
Thanks for the feedback, Mark! We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed our delicious food and great service at Centrolina. We appreciate your understanding about our portion sizes and will take your feedback into consideration. We look forward to welcoming you back soon. Best regards, The Management Team
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Rick VIP
Washington, D.C. Area2 reviews
5.0
Dined on July 5, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
Great food, excellent waitstaff, pricey but worth it.
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Bill VIP
Berlin73 reviews
4.0
Dined on July 3, 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 4
The food was superb; very inventive & delicious. The service less so.
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Karen VIP
Washington, D.C. Area31 reviews
5.0
Dined on July 2, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
The host was helpful, friendly, and generous with his time. The cocktails were excellent, and our meals were outstanding. We will definitely be back and bring friends!
CentrolinaResponded on July 3, 2025
Thank you so much for the glowing review! We love to create unique and thoughtful experiences for our guests. Looking forward to hosting you again soon!
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Stephanie
Greater Boston14 reviews
5.0
Dined on July 1, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The white bolognese might be the best pasta I’ve ever had! I’ll definitely stop by next time I’m in DC!
CentrolinaResponded on July 2, 2025
Thanks for visiting us, Stephanie! We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed the white bolognese! We strive to provide the best food and service to our guests, so we're so pleased to know we hit the mark for you. Your kind words mean a lot to us and we look forward to serving you again the next time you're in DC. Cheers!
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Angelica VIP
Austin12 reviews
5.0
Dined on June 29, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The food and drinks were amazing. The peach soup was refreshing and delicious. The pasta was delicious as well. The portions were the perfect size.
CentrolinaResponded on June 30, 2025
Thanks for the review, Angelica! We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed our peach soup, pasta, and drinks. It's great to know that you found our portions to be the perfect size. We always strive to provide delicious food and service, so your feedback means a lot to us. We hope to see you again soon at Centrolina!
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Stephen
Washington, D.C. Area19 reviews
5.0
Dined on June 27, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
The food was outstanding and the wait staff were all super professional.
CentrolinaResponded on June 30, 2025
Hi Stephen, We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed your dining experience at Centrolina! It's wonderful to know that our food and service met your expectations. We always strive to provide the best service and food to our valued guests like you. Your feedback is greatly appreciated and we look forward to serving you again soon.
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David VIP
Chicago / Illinois142 reviews
5.0
Dined on June 24, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great dinner at Centrolina. Fritto and salmon tartare starters, and Norwegian halibut and Neri mains were outstanding. And the Affogoto was a pleasing way to cap the meal. Service was attentive and helpful, but not disruptive. And the ambience was energetic.
CentrolinaResponded on June 25, 2025
Thanks for the review, David! We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed your meal at Centrolina. It's great to know that our thoughtful cuisine made for a memorable dining experience. We're also glad that you appreciated our service and ambience. We look forward to welcoming you back for another meal soon! Best, The Management Team at Centrolina
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Ron
Minneapolis - St. Paul14 reviews
5.0
Dined on June 23, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Wonderful experience, service, and delicious food. Definitely worth a visit if you are in the city!
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FAQs

Centrolina offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (202) 898-2426.

Centrolina is rated 4.7 stars by 2258 OpenTable diners.

Centrolina does offer gift cards which you can purchase here.

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