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Centrolina, Washington, DC
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Centrolina

$50 and over
Italian

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2 people
19:00
Booked 37 times today
Experiences are available.
  • Good for special occasions
  • Charming
  • Lively
Centrolina is an Italian restaurant and market, locally owned and operated by Chef Amy Brandwein, set in Washington’s CityCenterDC development. The Osteria showcases a seasonally driven menu of authentic and innovative Italian dishes offered for lunch and dinner. Chef Brandwein's menu is inspired from the seasons, Italian regionality and the wide variety of Chef curated product in the adjoining market.

The market showcases a selection of imported Italian specialty items along with locally sourced meat, sustainable fish, and produce from local farms. The Centrolina kitchen produces daily hand crafted fresh pasta and sauces, antipasti and entrees available for takeaway.

For parties of 7 people or more, we do require a prix-fixe menu, please email caroline@centrolinadc.com for additional information.

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Executive chef: Amy Brandwein

From the OpenTable editors: Nearly a decade into its run, this refined osteria continues to be a sought-after table thanks to its easygoing vibe and chef Amy Brandwein’s housemade pastas that spotlight seasonal, mid-Atlantic ingredients. It's easy to linger over shareable antipasti, refreshing cocktails, and pitch-perfect wines in the lively space.

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Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $50 and over
  • Cuisines
    Italian, Fish, Farm-to-table
  • Hours of Operation
    Market Hours Daily 10:00 am–8:00 pm Lunch Mon–Sat 11:30 am–2:30 pm Dinner Mon–Thu 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–9:30 pm
  • Phone number
    (202) 898-2426
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Catering
    Available upon request - email Private Dining Director Caroline Millot at caroline@centrolinadc.com
  • Private party facilities
    Centrolina offers two fully private spaces available for Lunch and Dinner where we can accommodate anywhere from 6 to 30 guests for seated meals for business and social gatherings. For larger events of up to 125 guests, you can reserve our entire restaurant!
  • Private party contact
    Caroline Millot: (202) 898-2426
  • Area
    Penn Quarter
  • Cross Street
    at 10th st between H st. & I st. NW
  • Parking details
    Valet Parking for City Center is located at 9th & I streets and 9th and H Streets respectively. <br /><br />Public Parking is available on 11th Street between H&I streets. The elevator will take you directly to the restaurant on Palmer Alley.
  • Public transit
    The Blue, Orange or Red lines stop at MetroCenter, just a few blocks away. The Yellow, Green and Red lines stop at Gallery Place–Chinatown, two blocks south east. A number of bus lines, as well as the Circulator Bus stop in front of CityCenterDC.<br /><br />For route, schedule and fare details, visit the Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority website: www.wmata.com<br /><br />
  • Additional
    Gluten-free Options, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Vegan
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Experiences

  • Where it all began!

    US$135.00 per person

    Prepaid

    6 Dec 2024 only
    18:30
    5 Course Themed Tasting Menu - 135 PP with optional beverage pairing for an additional 70 PP. Chef Amy will cook in front of your eyes from the Chef's Showcase Kitchen!

What 2,099 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.7
4.7 based on recent ratings
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.6Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.2Value

NoiseModerate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Centrolina offers an "extraordinary" dining experience with a creative Italian menu crafted by Chef Amy Brandwein. Guests rave about the "perfect service," "fantastic food," and "outstanding wine." Homemade pasta and fresh, seasonal ingredients consistently impress. The ambiance is inviting, though some find the portions "small" and the prices "high." Overall, a must-visit for Italian cuisine lovers.

2,099 Reviews
  1. JL

    New York City

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great experience at this family-run restaurant. Try it!

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  2. Lucia

    Washington DC

    5 reviews

    4.0

    5 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Good dining experience! Service is proactive. Small serving. Flavorful pasta dishes.

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  3. Joel

    Los Angeles

    6 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Food was fabulous and service was exceptional! Can't wait to come back.

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  4. Susan

    Los Angeles

    10 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    10 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent experience in every way. Our server gave great advice about ordering. Enjoyed the tuna crudo, squash and ricotta, fettuccine, whole roasted branzino and a modern take on tiramisu. The ambiance was modern and airy. Would definitely recommend.

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  5. Marla

    Washington DC

    19 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    19 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Delicious! We come here regularly and always enjoy the experience.

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  6. Mary

    Washington DC

    5 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on 19 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    The food was wonderful and the service was thoughtful. We had a very good time.

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  7. James

    Seattle

    12 reviews

    5.0

    12 reviews

    Dined on 19 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had a great dinner. The food was wonderfully prepared with interesting combinations of ingredients and flavors. The service was attentive but not overly so. We enjoyed the buzzing atmosphere—not quiet but not so loud to interfere with conversation. Overall a very memorable experience!

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  8. Ronald

    Washington DC

    12 reviews

    5.0

    12 reviews

    Dined on 16 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    First time there food was great our sever Andrea was so nice. We’ll be back.

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  9. Michael

    Washington DC

    7 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on 16 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Carefully curated, seasonal menu with well thought out, intense flavors. Everything on the menu was enticing. A nice selection of wines by the glass. Attentive but not intrusive service. Not inexpensive but also a good value, given the price charged for the quality delivered. The location on Palmer Alley is a nice touch. The Alley is decorated for the holidays, and it’s nice to watch people strolling by. A lovely evening for dinner.

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  10. Nell

    Washington DC

    45 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    45 reviews

    Dined on 14 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    An excellent dinner on November 13 - tuna crudo with persimmon to share, bucatini with short rib ragu for him and roasted squab for me. Both perfect and beautifully presented. Bustling vibe, efficient and genial staff. So happy it's close by!

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FAQs

Centrolina offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (202) 898-2426.

Centrolina is rated 4.7 stars by 2099 OpenTable diners.

Centrolina does offer gift cards which you can purchase here.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

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2 people
19:00
Booked 37 times today
Experiences are available.

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Centrolina

974 Palmer Alley NW, Washington, DC 20001

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    at 10th st between H st. &amp; I st. NW
  • Area
    Penn Quarter
  • Hours of Operation
    Market Hours Daily 10:00 am–8:00 pm Lunch Mon–Sat 11:30 am–2:30 pm Dinner Mon–Thu 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–9:30 pm
  • Price
    $50 and over
  • Cuisines
    Italian, Fish, Farm-to-table
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    Valet Parking for City Center is located at 9th & I streets and 9th and H Streets respectively. <br /><br />Public Parking is available on 11th Street between H&I streets. The elevator will take you directly to the restaurant on Palmer Alley.
  • Public transit
    The Blue, Orange or Red lines stop at MetroCenter, just a few blocks away. The Yellow, Green and Red lines stop at Gallery Place–Chinatown, two blocks south east. A number of bus lines, as well as the Circulator Bus stop in front of CityCenterDC.For route, schedule and fare details, visit the Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority website: www.wmata.com
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Gluten-free Options, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Vegan
  • Phone number
    (202) 898-2426
  • Catering
    Available upon request - email Private Dining Director Caroline Millot at caroline@centrolinadc.com
  • Private party facilities
    Centrolina offers two fully private spaces available for Lunch and Dinner where we can accommodate anywhere from 6 to 30 guests for seated meals for business and social gatherings. For larger events of up to 125 guests, you can reserve our entire restaurant!
  • Private party contact
    Caroline Millot: (202) 898-2426
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