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Central Michel Richard


4.0 of 5 stars 174 ratings  |  Write a review
  • Cuisines: American, French, Bistro
  • Price range: £16-62 ($25-$100)

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4 of 5 stars
Ottawa
23 Dec 2009 New

We really enjoyed the food at Central. We split both the Crab Cake and the Lamb Shank. Both were delicious as was the Chocolate Bar dessert. The crab cake had a tasty sauce; the lamb was perfectly cooked falling off the bone. The dessert was very sweet and chocolatey. The prices were very reasonable for such tasty food. The wine... more

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5 of 5 stars
Boston, MA
14 Dec 2009

We went there for dinner. The restaurant is decorated in modern style, the kitchen is open and it is possible to see your food being preparated. Service friendly and food very good. Similar in cost or even cheaper then the surrounding restaurants. more

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3 of 5 stars
Virginia
9 Dec 2009

I've been eager to try Central, and I have to say that it unfortunately did not live up to my imagination. I'm disappointed! I'd made a lunch reservation and arrived a few minutes early. They seated me with no problem, even thought I was the only one from our party who had arrived. I sat, looked down and noticed a... more

Fantastic
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5 of 5 stars
New York
12 Oct 2009

Everything was excellent - nice varied menu and a wine list with good bottles at good prices at boith the low and high end of the spectrum. more

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3 of 5 stars
azusa
12 Oct 2009

I was a little disappointed in Central, having dines at 2 other Michel Richard restaurants. The bacon & onion tart was delicious, as were the cheese puffs. The entrees were oddly oversized, and not at the level of sophistication one would expect. Also, I had the worst chocolate mousse ever. I'd be willing to give it another try, but not... more

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2 of 5 stars
Washington DC
8 Oct 2009

Foodies seem to love this place for its atmosphere and seemingly exotic dishes and great presentation of the food. We found the food mediocre at best. I could cook such a better meal at home for a tenth of the price. The presentation is nice; food plates are decorated well, but this masks the little amount that you're given. The... more

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5 of 5 stars
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16 Aug 2009

My favorites are cheese balls and fish & chips- paired with a French 75 and I am in heaven.... more

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4 of 5 stars
A TripAdvisor reviewer on Facebook
11 Aug 2009

The chocolate bar dessert is to die for! Impeccable service! more

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3 of 5 stars
nj
30 Jul 2009

I am not a fan of Washington food. I find it to be overwhelmingly mediocre especially if you are from Manhattan or Philly. This restaurant is no excpetion. The wait staff was not that friendly and recommended only the most expensive items on the menu but said everything was excelllent. She also looked very discouraged that I had not ordered... more

Lovely
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4 of 5 stars
Indianapolis
13 Jul 2009

Nice, loud restaurant. The food is excellent, service very attentive. Highly recommended. more

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Central Michel Richard Address

1001 Pennsylvania Ave NW, Washington DC, DC 20004
Tel: 202-626-0015
* Restaurant price information is based on meal cost per person, excluding drinks, tax and tip.