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El Centro

824 9th Ave (corner W54th St)
Closed Permanently

El Centro closed at the end of June 2024.

Location
824 9th Ave (corner W54th St)
Phone
+1 (917) 409-1171
Instagram
https://www.instagram.com/elcentrohk/
Website
http://elcentro-nyc.com/

Vibrant Mexican restaurant featuring traditional cuisine, festive atmosphere, and authentic flavors that celebrate Mexico's rich culinary heritage. This lively destination combines time-honored recipes with fresh ingredients, creating dishes that transport diners south of the border through bold spices and genuine hospitality.

El Centro
Nathaniel Hill
The veggie chilaquiles are super delicious! The atmosphere is always fun and the servers are great.
Meet Nathaniel
Gino Hawley
If you’re looking for some delicious Mexican food and great cocktails in a lively and fun atmosphere, El Centro is the place for you. They’re quick, efficient and consistently delicious. My personal favorites are the chicken nachos and their margaritas (some of the best in the neighborhood IMHO), but you can’t go wrong with anything on the menu and everything is reasonably priced. They’ve been a staple in the neighborhood for some time now and with good reason.
Meet Gino
Robbie Quinn
Yes, they have great Mexican classics, but I just want to say, Margaritas. I’ll say it again. MARGARITAS.
Meet Robbie
Alison Saltz
El Centro's margarita is a fave! The Altos Reposado with fresh squeezed lime juice & agave syrup (clocking in at a generous 16 oz. — woot woot) is perfect to enjoy with their chips and guac!
Sophia Dauria
It's been my go to throughout school with friends after class even before the pandemic. Great vibes, strong margs.
Gino Hawley
They’re consistently on point and not bitter or sweet like other restaurants. They’re just perfect and reasonably priced
Meet Gino
Nathaniel Hill
The veggie chilaquiles are super delicious! The atmosphere is always fun and the servers are great.
Meet Nathaniel
Gino Hawley
If you’re looking for some delicious Mexican food and great cocktails in a lively and fun atmosphere, El Centro is the place for you. They’re quick, efficient and consistently delicious. My personal favorites are the chicken nachos and their margaritas (some of the best in the neighborhood IMHO), but you can’t go wrong with anything on the menu and everything is reasonably priced. They’ve been a staple in the neighborhood for some time now and with good reason.
Meet Gino
Robbie Quinn
Yes, they have great Mexican classics, but I just want to say, Margaritas. I’ll say it again. MARGARITAS.
Meet Robbie
Alison Saltz
El Centro's margarita is a fave! The Altos Reposado with fresh squeezed lime juice & agave syrup (clocking in at a generous 16 oz. — woot woot) is perfect to enjoy with their chips and guac!
Sophia Dauria
It's been my go to throughout school with friends after class even before the pandemic. Great vibes, strong margs.
Gino Hawley
They’re consistently on point and not bitter or sweet like other restaurants. They’re just perfect and reasonably priced
Meet Gino
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¡Hasta Luego! El Centro Closing — But Familiar Faces Remain on 9th Avenue
¡Hasta Luego! El Centro Closing — But Familiar Faces Remain on 9th Avenue