Centro
Mexican restaurant · Fayetteville Street
106 S Wilmington St, Raleigh, NC 27601
Highlights
Local, organic Mexican cuisine, craft tequila cocktails, energetic setting
Local, organic Mexican cuisine, craft tequila cocktails, energetic setting
"Centro has been a staple of the downtown Raleigh dining scene since 2007. Owner Angela Salamanca and her team have put a slightly more upscale touch on some very popular taco combinations. The fish tacos come with fried salmon, jalapeno sour cream, red cabbage, and a sweet pico de gallo, while the tacos pibil are served with that classic achiote and sour-orange marinated pulled pork, pickled onions, and cilantro. All tacos come with a side of rice beans. Make sure to head upstairs after enjoying some tacos to check out the mezcal bar." - Matt Lardie
"Centro’s weekly curbside pickup menu has been a huge pandemic hit. For the week of Christmas, pre-order now for pickup this week. The hot and ready menu includes favorites like the “Chip-N-Dip Party,” tortas, and enchiladas while the take and bake menu is built to feed several people in one sitting. Enjoy chilaquiles for two on Christmas morning or a taco kit and enchilada platter that will feed the entire family. Order online and pick up on December 23 and December 26 from 4 p.m. to 8 p.m." - Jenn Rice
"Centro, known for its cantina-style setting with Mexican fare, painted a tribute to George Floyd and a message to his daughter Gianna. The artwork was created by Palestinian American artist Shirien Damra, reflecting the restaurant's solidarity with the movement." - Jenn Rice
"Centro is a restaurant in Raleigh known for its delicious tacos, serving authentic and flavorful Mexican cuisine with an emphasis on quality ingredients." - Katie Toussaint
A downtown anchor since 2007, Centro blends regional Mexican cooking with local farms and a lively mezcal‑driven bar. Featured in Southern Living and praised by local food critics, it also organizes a community Day of the Dead 5K each fall.
