Central Bar + Kitchen

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   Elizabeth VIP

   Washington DC4 reviews

   3.0

   Dined on 14 February 2025

   1. Overall 3
   2. Food 3
   3. Service 3
   4. Ambience 3

   I didn't realize when we booked this that it was a hotel restaurant. It is right at the edge of campus, which was convenient after a school tour, but it is nothing special or worth writing home about. When we arrived, we were the only ones in the restaurant. Our waitress was fine but didn't seem to want to be there. The food was fine but nothing stood out, except for the corn dip, which was really good.
   

   Central Bar + KitchenResponded 4 days ago

   Thanks for visiting us, Elizabeth. We're glad to hear that you enjoyed our corn dip and found it to be a standout dish. We apologize if the feeling of being the only ones in the restaurant was a bit unusual. We strive to make every experience unique and comfortable for our guests. We appreciate your feedback on our food and service and will use it to improve. We hope you'll give Central Bar + Kitchen another chance in the future. Thanks again for your review.
   

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   Jerry

   Seattle2 reviews

   4.0

   Dined on 18 January 2025

   1. Overall 4
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 2

   Wierd place to get great food. Located in a Marriott, so zero “character” - we were disappointed when our driver dropped us there after reading great reviews. BUT they had an outstanding singer doing live covers with a guitar and keyboard who was crazy talented and the service was outstanding. The hot chicken sandwich was not hot but it was outstanding - moist, flavorful, and big. Service was friendly but not overbearing. Not a place to go out of your way to get to but definitely a solid choice for good well priced food.
   

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   Vanessa

   Orlando1 review

   2.0

   Dined on 16 January 2025

   1. Overall 2
   2. Food 2
   3. Service 2
   4. Ambience 3

   They were out of one of the two gluten free options on the menu but it took them 10min to figure that out even though the place was basically empty at lunch. The salads we ordered instead were nothing better than at Jason's Deli down the street but far more pricey. The server was inattentive and they couldn't fill our complete drinks order either since they were out of sth.
   

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   Melinda

   Baltimore1 review

   2.0

   Dined on 4 September 2024

   1. Overall 2
   2. Food 2
   3. Service 3
   4. Ambience 1

   This restaurant is in the lobby of a Marriott Hotel and has the ambiance of a hotel restaurant. We were also charged hotel taxes on top of our meal making the total cost excessive. The food was mediocre. Would not recommend unless I was a guest of the hotel and had no other options.
   

   Central Bar + KitchenResponded on 7 September 2024

   I apologize for the disappointing experience you had. Our restaurant was very busy, and despite our best efforts, we did not meet your expectations. I appreciate your feedback and would love to discuss your experience further. Please call us at (615) 340-5127 so we can have the opportunity to serve you better in the future.
   

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   Daniel

   Richmond1 review

   3.0

   Dined on 31 August 2024

   1. Overall 3
   2. Food 3
   3. Service 3
   4. Ambience 2

   Food and service were fine. Live music was really good. Wish I could remember her name. Ambiance was blah. We were from out of town and based on the star rating, i thought this was going to a cool Nashville bar outside of the hustle and bustle of Broadway, not just some bar/restaurant connected to the Marriott near Vanderbilt.
   

   Central Bar + KitchenResponded on 7 September 2024

   I apologize for the disappointing experience you had. Our restaurant was very busy, and despite our best efforts, we did not meet your expectations. I appreciate your feedback and would love to discuss your experience further. Please call us at (615) -340-5127 so we can have the opportunity to serve you better in the future.
   

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   ChrisH

   E. Tennessee2 reviews

   3.0

   Dined on 21 July 2024

   1. Overall 3
   2. Food 3
   3. Service 1
   4. Ambience 4

   We arrived on-time and waited about 20 mins before a server ever came over. It wasn't busy, so apparently they were short-staffed. The food was hot but very mediocre, especially considering the prices. I won't return, and I wouldn't recommend.
   

   Central Bar + KitchenResponded on 27 July 2024

   I apologize for the disappointing experience you had. Our restaurant was very busy, and despite our best efforts, we did not meet your expectations. I appreciate your feedback and would love to discuss your experience further. Please call me Jennifer Reyes , (615) -321-1300 so we can have the opportunity to serve you better in the future.
   

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   Gfamily VIP

   Chicago12 reviews

   5.0

   Dined on 11 June 2024

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   I really loved the food and the service was great! Very friendly and welcoming.
   

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   JenniferK

   Detroit3 reviews

   3.0

   Dined on 24 May 2024

   1. Overall 3
   2. Food 3
   3. Service 3
   4. Ambience 1

   The musician was way too loud for a small restaurant. We asked her turn it down but she didn’t t turn it down far enough. It was very difficult to have a conversation. The service was very slow too, they weren’t that busy I wasn’t pleased/
   

   Central Bar + KitchenResponded on 29 May 2024

   We do apologize for not meeting your expectations. If you could please give us more details on your experience please reach out at (615) 340-5127 and ask for management. Once again, I do apologize for falling short please do not hesitate to call.
   

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   Anony VIP

   Detroit28 reviews

   1.0

   Dined on 20 May 2024

   1. Overall 1
   2. Food 1
   3. Service 2
   4. Ambience 3

   This place was terrible. Certainly not what one would expect at a Marriott property. Don’t waste your money.
   

   Central Bar + KitchenResponded on 29 May 2024

   We do apologize for not meeting your expectations. If you could please give us more details on your experience please reach out at (615) 340-5127 and ask for management. Once again, I do apologize for falling short please do not hesitate to call.
   

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    Jenn VIP

    Cincinnati159 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 19 May 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4

    We so enjoyed our avocado toast and pancakes. The preparation was perfect. This wonderful dining spot is attached to the Marriott for convenience and did not disappoint.
    

    Central Bar + KitchenResponded on 31 May 2024

    Thank you so much for your feedback, Jenn! We can't wait to see you again soon!
    

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