Central Michel Richard

An unforgettable meal! The steak was, without a doubt, one of the best I've ever had—perfectly cooked (medium rare), incredibly juicy, and packed with flavor. An absolute must-order. I can't wait to come back!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Wow! I was extremely impressed with everything about this restaurant. The Chicken nuggets were the best I ever had, and the prime burger and fries was outstanding. Since the entrees were so spectacular we got desert which was well worth it. Vanilla Ice Cream with a special request of chocolate syrup. Also, the chocolate bar with hazel nut desert was recommended by our attendant and it was well worth it. Well done, Chefs! The staff went over and above the call of duty to make sure our meal was very pleasant. I wanted a 'root beer' and the waiter found a bottle of the best root beer I ever drank. The staff were so very friendly and easy going while being very helpful and attentive. The restaurant both outside and inside was clean and very nicely decorated with a great environment. This was definitely the most delicious food I've found while visiting Washington DC area along with the best dining environment and staff. Well done, Owner/managers. Highly recommended!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Our waiter Moises was very attentive and provided excellent service. The food was very good. Recommended.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Restaurant was pretty loud with decor that had all the charm of a hotel restaurant. Food was just ok, although service was excellent.

The four of us had dinner at Central prior to our show at the Warner Theatre. We sat near the open kitchen and enjoyed watching the chefs and servers in action. The food was tasty, portions were large, and the price was reasonable. The restaurant location is ideal - a five minute walk from the metro station and a five minute walk to the theater.

Oof, this place is just sad. The food is not good; the service is just bad/inattentive/low energy; the restaurant hasn’t been updated since it opened; and the vibe is just a bummer.

Atmosphere: 2

Food: 2

Service: 1

Fantastic happy hour, highly recommend. The food was delicious and great quality. Chicken nuggets were fancy and so yummy as were the oysters and Gruyère cheese puffs. I would definitely come back.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 4

Service: 5

This was my second time coming for lunch the food is amazing and fresh service is wonderful staff is very pleasant

Substandard food for the price. Dead environment for dinner time, on a Friday night. Good wine though.

Servers and hostesses are top notch. Our meals were delicious. But the mango passion fruit cheesecake is incredible!!!

A good experience. Service and food excellent. A good place to meet up with an old friend visiting dc.

Very nice experience. Gracious reception, our server was Carlos who was very knowledgeable and attentive. Drinks (rose barbera and dirty martini w/3 olives please and thank you). Dinner - the fried chicken is a specialty/signature dish of Central Michel Richard and did not disappoint. Flavorful and perfectly prepared. Highly recommended. My wife had the hanger steak, also perfectly medium rare. We did not get dessert. Overall, 5 stars for food and service. The ambiance was 4-stars since it was intimate than I expected but that was expected. Go, eat! You'll love it.

The chicken nuggets are not worth it. The outdoor area is cool

Atmosphere: 3

Food: 2

Service: 4

Central Michel Richard has now been on the scene for 18 years, yet it still feels fresh and on top of its game. There's lots of fun innovation on the menu (such as its tuna and lobster "burgers"), but overall the kitchen emphasizes flawless French technique and flavor over the buzzy culinary trend of the moment. And the floor staff are as efficient as any waiter you'd find at a bustling Paris brasserie--but here they are also friendly! That's why Central has outlasted so many other restaurants that have come and gone on Pennsylvania Avenue. You can (usually) get a table, the food is invariably excellent, and the tab feels fair amidst today's sky-high restaurant prices.

A delicious lunch outdoors on a beautiful summer day. Service was impeccable. A great restaurant!