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Central Restaurant - Steakhouse in Montgomery, Alabama

Central Restaurant

4.6 (1192 reviews)

129 Coosa St, Montgomery, AL 36104

Traditional American restaurant

About Central Restaurant - steak house in Montgomery, Alabama

Sophisticated American restaurant serving creative fare in a dramatic warehouse dining space.

Customer Review Summary

Central Restaurant offers a delightful dining experience with a fantastic menu and welcoming atmosphere. The food is highly praised, with standout dishes like pimento cheese, cheese and onion grits, Carrot Cavatelli Pasta, and Gochujang rubbed Lamb Ribs. Service is generally impeccable, with attentive staff and quick seating. However, some dishes were noted as underwhelming or lacking in flavor, such as the scallop plate and English pea ravioli. The ambiance is upscale, though some found the waitstaff's casual attire incongruous with the setting. Parking can be challenging, so it's advisable to plan ahead. Overall, the restaurant comes highly recommended for its quality food and inviting atmosphere, despite minor drawbacks.

Key Features

Service options

  • Outdoor seating
  • Dine-in

Highlights

  • Great beer selection
  • Great cocktails
  • Great coffee
  • Great dessert
  • Great tea selection
  • Great wine list

Popular for

  • Dinner
  • Solo dining

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair accessible entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible parking lot
  • Wheelchair accessible restroom
  • Wheelchair accessible seating

Offerings

  • Alcohol
  • Beer
  • Cocktails
  • Coffee
  • Comfort food
  • Food
  • Hard liquor
  • Healthy options
  • Small plates
  • Vegetarian options
  • Wine

Dining options

  • Dinner
  • Dessert
  • Seating

Amenities

  • Bar onsite
  • Restroom

Atmosphere

  • Cozy
  • Historic
  • Romantic
  • Trendy
  • Upscale

Crowd

  • Family-friendly
  • Groups
  • LGBTQ+ friendly
  • Tourists

Planning

  • Dinner reservations recommended
  • Accepts reservations

Payments

  • Credit cards
  • Debit cards
  • NFC mobile payments

Children

  • High chairs

Parking

  • Free parking garage
  • Free street parking
  • Paid parking garage

Customer Reviews

Rating Distribution

4.6 out of 5
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Based on 1192 reviews

Brian Friedman

1 month ago

You should eat here. Delightful menu, fantastic dishes and a top notch atmosphere. We make it a point to come here whenever we come through Montgomery. Last time they had the best pimento cheese I’ve ever had - a little heat and a crunchy flatbread to spread it on. The cheese and onion grits alone are worth a visit- I’ve ordered a second one to take home for later before.

Sara Nielsen

3 weeks ago

Amazing!!! I can’t rave enough! We were seated right away & the waitress was over within moments to greet us! Impeccable service & amazing food!

Rhashad

4 months ago

Overall, this restaurant proved to be a very enjoyable place to dine, and our party left with positive impressions. The menu offers a somewhat limited selection of entrees, but each dish we ordered was skillfully presented and full of flavor, showcasing the attention given to quality and taste. Although the selection is not extensive, what they do offer is clearly well-considered, with a focus on creating a memorable dining experience through well-prepared and thoughtfully crafted meals. The ambiance adds a lot to the appeal, with an inviting atmosphere that seems to cater to a more refined, upscale crowd. The lighting, décor, and overall setting lend themselves to a sense of sophistication, which is somewhat diminished by the choice of attire for the waitstaff. We were a bit surprised to see the servers wearing checkered shirts and jeans, which felt incongruent with the upscale impression set by the pricing and setting of the restaurant. A more formal dress code for staff would enhance the sense of refinement and elevate the experience further. Parking was also a bit of a challenge, even on a Wednesday evening, so it's worth planning for a bit of extra time to find a spot. That said, the quality of food, combined with the overall setting, makes this a strong recommendation. In a city with few notable dining options, this establishment stands out as one of the better choices for those looking to enjoy a well-prepared meal in a welcoming environment.

Brandi Brown Jones

4 months ago

Fabulous restaurant! Do not pass up a chance to eat here if you are traveling through this area. The food is fantastic. The drinks are oh so perfect. The ambiance is excellent. 👌 Service fabulous! The Carrot Cavatelli Pasta was fantastic. The Himachi perfect! Gochujang rubbed Lamb Ribs 😋 These are incredible! Ube Creme Brulee was like, No Creme Brulee you've ever had. It had a pizzaz that will knock your socks off!! Delicious and delightful! Absolutely loved this place!!

Melissa Brown

5 months ago

A bit disappointed in the food/ drinks overall. Had a smoked old fashion and English pea ravioli. Smoked old fashion was service with a muddled cherry and lemon... Flavor was ok considering I was expecting orange. Ravioli was bland. With all those ingredients you would expect a amazing flavor but it fell short needing salt or acid. Service was good at the bar. Overall for the price, it didn't meet expectations.

Joseph Carter

1 month ago

My wife and I were thrilled to have chosen Central for our early Valentine's Day meal! The service was remarkable and the food was absolutely delicious. We had a wonderful evening and the team there made it one to remember.

Brayden Boswell Jolley

5 months ago

We came Thursday night without a reservation but were able to be seated right away! The scallop plate was a little bland but the pork belly was the best part of the dish. The halibut stole the show! It was so flavorful and light.

Becky Jackson

6 months ago

Great atmosphere and service. Food was a bit underwhelming for the price. Loved the fried oyster sliders. The asparagus was a bit gray and overcooked. Scallops were good but the risotto base was bland. Valerie was an excellent server.

Location

Contact Information

Hours of Operation

Friday 5:30–9 PM
Monday Closed
Saturday 5:30–9 PM
Sunday Closed
Thursday 5:30–9 PM
Tuesday 5:30–9 PM
Wednesday 5:30–9 PM

Price Range

$50–100