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Centrale Restaurant-Bar, opened in August 2001 in an early 20th century traditional house, after two years of renovation. The restaurant is located on the ground floor with an impressive wine cellar containing more than 1500 bottles. Centrale serves French cuisine prepared by French Chef Mickael Gantner. The menu changes in spring and autumn to take advantage of seasonal produce. The garden welcomes you throughout the year, surrounded by gardenias and honeysuckle, air-conditioned in the summer, heated and covered in winter. On the first floor is the bar with its retractable roof, for a drink or dinner with lounge music and a different DJ every night. Central Restaurant-Bar is open 7 days/week starting 8 pm.
Address and Contact Information
Address: Mar Maroun Street Saifi Achrafieh beirut, Beirut, Lebanon
Phone: +961 3 915 925
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Reviews
Roy Chalhoub
Loved this place! The vibe is great , classy downstairs and a super chill rooftop . The food was really good and nicely presented, and the cocktails were on point. Service was friendly and fast too. It does get busy, so booking ahead helps. Overall, an awesome spot for dinner or drinks .
… moreDr Fady Hachem
La Centrale Rooftop offers an exceptional dining experience in the heart of Beirut. The ambiance is elegant yet relaxed, with stylish decor, great lounge music, and a vibrant atmosphere. The cuisine is outstanding — every dish we tried was flavorful, beautifully presented, and clearly made with high-quality ingredients. The lounge bar adds a trendy touch, perfect for drinks before or after dinner. What truly stood out was the friendly and professional staff, who made the evening even more enjoyable. A perfect spot for a refined night out. Highly recommended for food, ambiance, and service.
… moreNava Mehregani
We reserved a table for two to celebrate my birthday, and the experience was wonderful from start to finish. When selecting our courses, Ms. Renie gave us professional advice and clear descriptions friendly, confident, and truly knowledgeable at her job. As a hotel and restaurant manager myself, I can easily recognize excellent service.
The food was amazing, very tasty, and truly memorable. She also surprised us with a birthday dessert, which completely made my day. A beautiful dining experience in Beirut, highly recommended.
… moreThe food was amazing, very tasty, and truly memorable. She also surprised us with a birthday dessert, which completely made my day. A beautiful dining experience in Beirut, highly recommended.
Reem Wahoud
One of the yummiest places I’ve recently visited is an old bar-restaurant where the bar is located upstairs, and the restaurant is situated outdoors in a closed glass room. The vibes are nice in both areas. In the bar area, the music was really very nice, as were the crowd and ambiance. The food was amazing, and the staff were so friendly.
… moreJJ Hajjar
The experience at such an acclaimed culinary establishment was somewhat disappointing. I visited the restaurant on a weekend evening with a group of food enthusiasts. While the food selection, quality, and extensive wine list were undeniably excellent—truly top-class—the service did not meet the standards expected of a venue branding itself as a fine dining destination. Obviously for me service is part of the dining experience
For discerning diners and prospective patrons seeking a genuine fine dining experience, here are some observations:
1. Although the wine list was extensive, it did not fully correspond to the available offerings. For example, a wine ordered and which was listed as a 2014 vintage was unavailable, and a different vintage of the same wine was served instead.
2. The server opened the wine bottle and began pouring without offering the customary tasting sip.
3. The white wine was under chilled.
4. Wine glasses were often left unattended by the staff for long stretches during the dinner. The pours had to be solicited.
5. Service required repeated prompting rather than being naturally attentive.
6. Despite the staff’s best effort to provide good service, the restaurant appeared understaffed, and the team seemed inadequately trained for the fine dining standard the restaurant aspires to uphold. A management shortcoming in my humble opinion.
On the culinary side, the dishes were flavorful and well-prepared, showcasing a thoughtful balance of ingredients and seasonings. The desserts, in particular, were delightful—offering a satisfying conclusion to the meal with their rich textures and pleasing sweetness. Overall, the kitchen demonstrated a strong command of flavors that will appeal to those who appreciate carefully crafted cuisine.
And for budget conscious diners, by European/American standard, the food’s quality to price ratio was great.
… moreFor discerning diners and prospective patrons seeking a genuine fine dining experience, here are some observations:
1. Although the wine list was extensive, it did not fully correspond to the available offerings. For example, a wine ordered and which was listed as a 2014 vintage was unavailable, and a different vintage of the same wine was served instead.
2. The server opened the wine bottle and began pouring without offering the customary tasting sip.
3. The white wine was under chilled.
4. Wine glasses were often left unattended by the staff for long stretches during the dinner. The pours had to be solicited.
5. Service required repeated prompting rather than being naturally attentive.
6. Despite the staff’s best effort to provide good service, the restaurant appeared understaffed, and the team seemed inadequately trained for the fine dining standard the restaurant aspires to uphold. A management shortcoming in my humble opinion.
On the culinary side, the dishes were flavorful and well-prepared, showcasing a thoughtful balance of ingredients and seasonings. The desserts, in particular, were delightful—offering a satisfying conclusion to the meal with their rich textures and pleasing sweetness. Overall, the kitchen demonstrated a strong command of flavors that will appeal to those who appreciate carefully crafted cuisine.
And for budget conscious diners, by European/American standard, the food’s quality to price ratio was great.
Carla
One of my favorite restaurant in Beirut. This place never disappoints me! The food quality is always consistant, the dishes are delicious & nicely presented. It has an elegant garden where you can dine all year long. And there first floor bar is an experience of its own with a retractable roof & gorgeous view over Beirut skyline, must try!
… moreYarob Badr
This Beirut restaurant stands out for its upscale atmosphere and the exceptional quality of its food, notably the beetroot trio, which is served in a unique and delightful manner.
One distinctive feature is the option to dine al fresco while still enjoying the innovative air conditioning system.
The service provided certainly lives up to expectations.
… moreOne distinctive feature is the option to dine al fresco while still enjoying the innovative air conditioning system.
The service provided certainly lives up to expectations.
Rania Kaddouh
We dine at Centrale every time we visit Beirut. It has been consistent throughout the years. We love the food, the atmosphere and the service.
… moreVictor C
Cool space, very unique architecture.
The bar upstairs and outside lounge areas are def worth a visit. Decent cocktails.
Food is decent for what they are presenting.
Most of the aps had a good mix of flavors although not memorable.
My shrimp were beautiful except that they were overcooked.
Worth a stop for a modern take on Lebanese food.
… moreThe bar upstairs and outside lounge areas are def worth a visit. Decent cocktails.
Food is decent for what they are presenting.
Most of the aps had a good mix of flavors although not memorable.
My shrimp were beautiful except that they were overcooked.
Worth a stop for a modern take on Lebanese food.
MK
Everything was great from food to atmosphere and service! The quality of the food is high and every dish has its own twist of flavors.
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