- Italian food
- good for dates
- portobello fries
- marshmallow sundae
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- Centro's bar area has one of the best street views of Downtown Des Moines. My favorite dish is the hand-rolled Caviatelli. The Sunday morning Bloody Mary bar is also a can't miss.
- Sarah CJanuary 27, 2012Adored by locals and famous visitors, Centro has been #1 on MetroMix's list of best restaurants in Des Moines. Start any delicious Italian dish with their deliciously unique Fried Ravioli.
- berrybeansMarch 14, 2019Although I don’t know much about the eat-out trend in Des Moines, this is by far the best restaurant in Downtown. Better to book a table before you go.
- Dr Kendra StrangeAugust 4, 2018So after a year in Des Moines I finally had to break my “no seafood” in the Midwest rule! A girl can only eat the Iowa pork tenderloin so many times! Centro delivered- flying in fresh seafood daily
- Maddie M.July 21, 2013Absolutely my new favorite place! Gorgonzola burger is delicious and has the portobello fries on top (which are so good). Pizza crust is thin & crisp. And check out the Bloody Mary bar on Sundays!
- La-Tica BraggDecember 5, 2016Italian food is superb here! Excellent service and great for catching up with friends over a delicious meal!
- Stacie MillerJune 1, 2015Their calzone is amazing .. Their breakfast if amazing an getting fresh bread with the oil is very good too 😄
- Ricky SherrillFebruary 1, 2016Good food and a great experience from start to finish. Excellent desserts too.
- Brett SiksniusJuly 6, 2019Local sausage completes the delicious sauces on the homemade pasta dishes here. Delicious meal.
- Jonathan SmithDecember 27, 2015Get the bone in pork chops. They are excellent and wonderful and the best! Trust me. Get the bone in pork chops.
- DonovanAugust 15, 2018Ribeye is a must along with portobello fries. Sit at the bar if there is a wait. Great service.
- IrmaZandl ZandlSlantAugust 13, 2017Everyone raves about this place. I found it good but not knock your socks off.
- Mascarpone stuffed French toast is amazing, and you will never find a better Bloody Mary bar anywhere (weekends only).
- Who goes to an Italian restaurant to order a veggie burger? I do, because it's one of the best I've ever had. The coal-fired pizza is pretty amazing too.
- Ben J. DITZELJanuary 11, 2013Went here in 2007 with my best friend. We enjoyed the cuisine and the service. A nice little Des Moines jewel.
- Katie MartinApril 7, 2013Stuffed chicken is to die for. Add a vodka soda to the mix and you'll be head over heals with this Italian hot spot.
- The marshmallow sundae is amazing! It's filled with ice cream, chocolate peanuts, brownie bites and a giant marshmallow on the top.
- Sarah BishopMarch 11, 2014If you are asking yourself if you should try the Tomato, Basil & Tortellini soup, the answer is YES!
- Big portions. The meals are good however it's far from Des Moines finer dining. It is big and nice looking and a safe place to eat for those who aren't adventurous.
- Desarae VeitApril 24, 2012The prosecco is good it's sweet but dry like seven up. I personally love mascoto, although $30 is over priced for this bottle. But pair it with the cheese and meat platter and you're set.
- Chris MitchellFebruary 26, 2013Quite possibly the best meal I have ever eaten......in Iowa. That said, I have eaten many many meals in Iowa. Gotta eat here!
- Ashley Martin-LordFebruary 2, 2013Centro Steak was amazing! Swap out the broccoli for sautéed green beans. Trust me. The beans were fantastic!!
- Outdoor seating, wine selection, brussel sprout appetizer is great
- Has an awesome lunch special! A salad and a "personal pizza" (enough for 2) for only $10.50.
- Brandon NattressFebruary 8, 2012Top of many best Des Moines restaurant lists. Everything I have had here is good, friends rave about their pizza.
- Fernando FigueroaMarch 29, 2013Chicken Saltimbocca! The Marsala wine sauce give it a very particular, good touch.
- eryn oMarch 3, 2012Ask to see the gluten-free menu! Server was helpful and noted GF on the ticket for CC issues. Good experience all around.
- Amber PowellJanuary 30, 2012Very, very good! First time trying salmon, and they did not let me down! Will definitely go again.
- Marcela EstradaAugust 26, 2013Rain water martini. Light, crisp, and delicious! Husband likes the Moscow mule.
- Juice MagazineSeptember 13, 2011Voted #1 in the Top 100 Restaurants in central Iowa. Read why the Italian restaurant tops the list: http://dmreg.com/khZNPe Read more
- Christina TellesSeptember 11, 2011as an out-of-town vegetarian, veggie burger is thumbs up! Great bar scene with vintage poster art.
- George's pizza is great! The atmosphere was excellent as was the service. Such a great place in downtown Des Moines.
- Nicole AlessandraJuly 6, 2011try the green gnocchi, and check out the hot host (who happens to be the mayor) while you're there!
- Juice MagazineFebruary 29, 2012Centro’s Bloody Mary bar is reason enough to stop by the downtown spot for brunch. http://dmreg.co/weNg9z Read more
- BrandieOctober 10We really thought this place was not great. The food was not Italian, but more like American versions you make up at home. The design felt like a jail and we had gnats all over us and the food.
- Desarae VeitApril 24, 2012Bland platter to fill up 2 people. It acts expensive lacking zest. Cheese leaves something to be desired. Love Centro meat but this is lunch meat & grapes. Pair it with wine as a filling snack.