Centro
Mexican Restaurant, Taco Restaurant, and Burrito Restaurant$$$$
Raleigh
"Steak Tacos were great and just the right amount of food..."(4 Tips)
"Voted Best Margarita in Raleigh, NC in 2010"(2 Tips)
"Come for lunch and get the steak Gorditas."(2 Tips)
"Best fish tacos in town."(3 Tips)
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Brittany PattersonMay 6, 2017Centro's was the perfect stop for Cinco de Mayo! Their salsa is delicious and the service was spectacular! ADAM was the best waiter we have ever had -- if you have him he will not disappoint!
Nykolas DangerDecember 2, 2013One of the best places for Saturday brunch in Raleigh. Get there early to score a table, order a Spanish Cava Mimosa, and enjoy some of the best food you'll ever have.
SaraJanuary 15, 2020Mole poblano is delicious. Chips and salsa plus guacamole is a bit pricey but delicious. Not used to paying for chips and salsa.
This place is so good and the family who owns it cares deeply about the quality and authenticity of the food. It's one of our favorite restaurants in Raleigh.- Nykolas DangerMay 4, 2013Outstanding food & service!! Everyone was so nice, polite, & attentive. When I say "everyone"I mean it. Not just our server Chilaquiles with steak....to die for!
Our waitress was so nice, and the tacos were delicious! Great ambiance and the best caipirinha I've had yet. 10/10 will come again!
Justin BauerAugust 31, 2016Great little place and shocked ive never been. Everything is good. Gorditas were awesome.
cjmoshakNovember 8, 2013Since they've just recently updated their specialty drink list, I suggest trying the Refugio or the Otono Espanol. You won't be disappointed!
What a great, fun place for a tasty, affordable meal. Walk around and check out all the cool stuff on the walls. Go Centro!
Come for the Margarita Run, Wednesdays @ 6pm.3 and 5 mi routes, followed by $5 taco bar and $5 sugar-free margaritas upstairs.
- Best fish tacos in town. Oh, and the aqua fresca is killer too.
While it's kinda pricey @ night, lunch is VERY affordable. Counter service. Soup is AWESOME & $5. Special is choice of taco/gordita/quesedilla, choice of rice/beans/slaw and a small soup for $6.95.
Conner HobsonMarch 22, 2015We may have gone on an off-night but no one in my group was happy with this place. The food was mediocre and there were hidden costs for things like chips and condiments. Very nice server though.
try the La Pasion margarita!!! AWESOME! Pineapple–jalapeño infused Jimador silver, mixed with passion fruit juice and finished with jamaica.
Michael ParkerApril 25, 2010Great prices at lunch. Get the Dos Tacos' Tacos. The chicken is great, but the steak is truly outstanding! Read more
H@Z3LApril 4, 2011This place is so cute, try and check them out, and they serve the water in this cute little jars
Gets my vote for best Mexican food downtown. Steak Gorditas a must.- The soup is insane on a cold night. The margaritas are sweet on a hot night. The fish taco rule on any night.
Buy the steak tacos at lunch time! Filet-quality meat for dirt cheap!
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Classic & contemporary Mexican with local & organic ingredients. High quality grab n' go lunch for busy workday. Saturday brunch with Colombian twist. Fun, lively, & intimate dinner experience. Colorful, artistic atmosphere. Bar w/ most tequila in Raleigh, cocktails, margaritas.
Closed until 11:30 AM tomorrow (Show more)
- Mon–Thu
- 11:30 AM–2:30 PM
- 5:30 PM–9:30 PM
- Fri
- 11:30 AM–2:30 PM
- 5:30 PM–10:30 PM
- Sat
- 11:00 AM–2:30 PM
- 5:00 PM–10:30 PM
(919) 835-3593
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Reservations
Yes
Credit Cards
Yes (incl. Discover & Visa)
Wi-Fi
Free
Outdoor Seating
Yes
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Brunch, Lunch, Dinner, Happy Hour
Drinks
Full Bar, Cocktails
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