
Centrico
Quick info
About Centrico
On N 1st Ave in Phoenix, Centrico serves Mexican food inside the historic San Carlos Hotel, with both indoor and patio seating. The guacamole is mixed table-side to the guest's preferred consistency, served alongside chips and salsa to start. The kitchen also turns out Pozole and a Shrimp Empanada, drawn from a menu of 390 dishes. Reservations are recommended, and the restaurant opens daily. The step-free entrance suits visitors with mobility needs, and free Wi-Fi is available for those settling in. Orders can also be placed for takeaway. Beyond the counter, the patio at the San Carlos Hotel gives diners an outdoor option in the same historic setting.
Good to know
- ReservationsAccepts reservations
- ParkingFree of charge street parking · Paid multi-storey car park · Paid street parking
- AccessibilityHas wheelchair-accessible car park · Has wheelchair-accessible entrance · Has wheelchair-accessible seating
- DietaryServes vegan dishes · Serves vegetarian dishes
Menu & Prices
390 dishes · mains $3–50- Centrico Chips$3.00
- Guacamole Al Momento$13.00
- Queso Fundido$13.00
- Centrico Chop Salad$13.00
- Pozole$13.00
- Shrimp Empanada$10.00
Reviews
What reviewers say
Reviewers most often mention guacamole made table-side, chili verde, pozole and margaritas.
What reviewers say
Reviewers most often mention guacamole made table-side, chili verde, pozole and margaritas.
Customer Review Summary
Pozole draws the most repeat praise, described by reviewers as flavorful and rich, with one calling it the best they'd ever tasted. Close behind, the tableside guacamole comes up again and again as fresh and made to order, alongside chili verde that most find soul-satisfying, though one reviewer found it too watery, closer to soup, with only a thin ratio of meat. Margaritas, especially the golden and jamaica versions, and the shrimp empanadas also draw repeated mentions, and several call out the churros as a dessert worth finishing on. Service is largely described as attentive and fast, though one diner felt multiple staff checking in about ordering more margaritas came across as upselling. One reviewer notes that a dish came out too spicy for their taste, and the server swapped it for chicken tacos at no charge. Several mention parking as somewhat hard to find near the downtown location.
Customer Review Summary
Pozole draws the most repeat praise, described by reviewers as flavorful and rich, with one calling it the best they'd ever tasted. Close behind, the tableside guacamole comes up again and again as fresh and made to order, alongside chili verde that most find soul-satisfying, though one reviewer found it too watery, closer to soup, with only a thin ratio of meat. Margaritas, especially the golden and jamaica versions, and the shrimp empanadas also draw repeated mentions, and several call out the churros as a dessert worth finishing on. Service is largely described as attentive and fast, though one diner felt multiple staff checking in about ordering more margaritas came across as upselling. One reviewer notes that a dish came out too spicy for their taste, and the server swapped it for chicken tacos at no charge. Several mention parking as somewhat hard to find near the downtown location.
Featured reviews
- Brendan Courtney
“I just went to the new location a block away, and WOW the new location is awesome! I had the chicken enchiladas one green one red, it was amazing! Also had the Tinga Tacos, also amazing! I had a skinny spicy margarita, extra spicy. The new location is beautiful, plenty of seating. Putting this one in rotation, what are you waiting for?”
- Chris Basler
“Started off with a Chelada style Mexican beer. The main course was an outstanding Birria beef enchilada with a side of beans. This was fantastic and highly recommended!”
- Mela Moloi
“Centrico - A Fantastic Authentic Mexican Experience We had such a great time at Centrico! The food was phenomenal from start to …”
- Likhi Castaneda
“I came here to have brunch with my friend. We ordered the chilaquiles. Super good but I felt like it needed extra salsa which they didn’t have Mexican salsa. I’d recommend they make something for that. As far as the service, our waiter was amazing. He was very attentive.”
- neeraj mandhan
“I went to this place last night for dinner with my friends and it surpasses my expectations in terms for everything ambiance, service, cocktails, food & dessert. I ordered mezcal Paloma & another watermelon 🍉 based cocktail both very superb in food I went with enchiladas so 😋 and last but not the least the dessert they have only one dessert churros but trust me it will hit the spot…”
Hours
- Monday
- Tuesday
- Wednesday
- Thursday
- Friday
- Saturday
- Sunday
Highlights
“Classic Mexican dishes & drinks with patio seating in the historic San Carlos Hotel.”
- Has fast service
- Has great beer selection
- Serves great cocktails
- Serves local speciality
- Popular for popular for breakfast
- Popular for popular for lunch
Amenities
- Has Wi-Fi
- Has wheelchair-accessible car park
- Free of charge street parking
- Accepts reservations
- Has outdoor seating
- Offers takeaway
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- Serves dine-in
- Serves vegan dishes
- Has bar on site
- Casual
- Offers kerbside pickup
- Serves beer
- Offerings· 11
- Serves alcohol
- Serves cocktails
- Serves coffee
- Serves comfort food
- Serves happy-hour drinks
- Serves late-night food
- Quick bite
- Serves small plates
- Serves spirits
- Serves vegetarian dishes
- Serves wine
- Crowd· 2
- Good for groups
- Popular with tourists
- Dining options· 7
- Serves breakfast
- Serves brunch
- Serves lunch
- Serves dinner
- Serves dessert
- Has seating
- Has table service
- Atmosphere· 2
- Cosy
- Trendy
- Accessibility· 3
- Has wheelchair-accessible entrance
- Has wheelchair-accessible seating
- Has wheelchair-accessible toilet
- Highlights· 4
- Has fast service
- Has great beer selection
- Serves great cocktails
- Serves local speciality
- Popular for· 4
- Popular for breakfast
- Popular for lunch
- Popular for dinner
- Good for solo dining
- Facilities· 1
- Has toilet
- Parking· 3
- Paid multi-storey car park
- Paid street parking
- Somewhat difficult to find a space
Location
Mexican restaurants near Centrico
- Chico Malo4.42,8610.2 mi$20–30
guacamole, enchiladas, margaritas
- 0.2 mi$30–80
grilled octopus, short rib mole, live music/karaoke nights
- Blanco Cocina + Cantina4.51,8270.2 mi$20–30
margaritas, fish tacos, guacamole
| Place | Rating | Distance | Price | Mentioned in reviews |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Centrico | 4.81,169 | — | $10–20 | guacamole made table-side, chili verde, pozole |
| Chico Malo | 4.42,861 | 0.2 mi | $20–30 | guacamole, enchiladas, margaritas |
| CASA DE JULIA RESTAURANT BAR | 4.5534 | 0.2 mi | $30–80 | grilled octopus, short rib mole, live music/karaoke nights |
| Blanco Cocina + Cantina | 4.51,827 | 0.2 mi | $20–30 | margaritas, fish tacos, guacamole |
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