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Le Central, Bristol, RI

Le Central

4.7
4.7
502 Reviews
$31 to $50
Contemporary French

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2 people
19:00
Booked 2 times today
  • Neighbourhood gem
  • Great for brunch
  • Charming
Le Central is a French bistro, focusing on modern interpretations of classic dishes featuring local products from Sakonnet Lobsters, Four Town Farm (Seekonk, MA), Walker's Farm (Barrington, RI), Scott the Bassman, and Little Rhody Eggs (Foster, RI). Low lighting, checkerboard floor tiling, glass tabletops, and French nu-Jazz provide an intimate yet warm and familiar atmosphere. Chef-owner Jesse James spent his early career in Boston, working with chefs Moncef Meddeb at L'Espalier and Jasper White at Jasper's, with further experience at other landmark restaurants in New York, France, and Italy. Le Central is the third restaurant he has designed, built, and operated, after Aperto (Est 1992) and Boca Rotis (Est 1997), both in San Francisco. The large painting by Inez Storer on the south wall of the restaurant (which also serves as our logo) is of Jesse's son, Sam (the current General Manager & Beverage Director), and his childhood dog, Skye. Inez wouldn't say who the guy in the chair is.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary French, Farm-to-table, Seafood
  • Hours of Operation
    Brunch Sun 11:00–16:00 Lunch Tue–Sat 12:00–16:00 Dinner Tue–Thu, Sun 16:00–19:00 Fri, Sat 16:00–20:00
  • Phone number
    (401) 396-9965
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Executive Chef
    Jesse James
  • Private party facilities
    Semi-private room and full restaurant available for private events/parties of 10-80 guests. Please email Sam at sam@lecentralbristol.net for booking inquiries.
  • Area
    Bristol
  • Cross Street
    State Street, Bristol, RI 02809
  • Parking details
    Ample street parking and public lots within a half block of the restaurant.
  • Public transit
    RIPTA 60 Providence/Newport - Hope and State (Bristol)
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Takeaway, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 502 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.7
4.7 based on recent ratings
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.3Ambience
  • 4.4Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Rhode Island

    Great for brunch

  • Bristol County

    Best Overall

  • Bristol County

    Best Food

  • Bristol County

    Best Service

  • Bristol County

    Best Value

  • Bristol County

    Healthy

  • Bristol County

    Neighbourhood gem

  • Bristol County

    Good for special occasions

  • Bristol County

    Lively

  • Bristol County

    Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Le Central is a delightful French bistro in Bristol, renowned for its "excellent food" and "outstanding" service. Guests rave about the "fabulous" onion soup and exquisite cocktails crafted by Sam. With its authentic ambiance and diverse menu, Le Central is a beloved hidden gem, perfect for any occasion.

502 Reviews
  1. cambra

    Greater Boston

    12 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    12 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 3
    Good value. Would go back again. Quiet. Nice ambiance

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  2. Elie

    West Palm Beach

    2 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Hopefully, we will be back every week!! Best branzino I have ever had!! Dylan made our experience to be beyond any expectations!
    Le CentralResponded 4 days ago
    While I appreciate the incredibly kind words, I believe you may have intended this to be a review about another restaurant. Branzino has not made an appearance on our menu in years, and Dylan unfortunately--as lovely as he sounds--has never been a member of our staff. It's always great to see people supporting and appreciating our industry, so I hope wherever you had this wonderful experience will eventually hear this from you. Best, Sam (GM)

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  3. Janet

    Greater Boston

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on 24 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great experience, great value and food was wonderful .Delightful 💚

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  4. Taubs3

    Greater Boston

    15 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    15 reviews

    Dined on 16 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The food was outstanding and the service was top-notch.

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  5. david

    Greater Boston

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on 15 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Food is always amazing as is the service. My favorite lunch spot.

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  6. Lisa

    New Hampshire

    13 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    13 reviews

    Dined on 14 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    A wonderful French Bistro! We felt like we were in France. The onion soup was fabulous!

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  7. David

    Greater Boston

    3 reviews

    4.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on 10 November 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    French onion soup was outstanding ….. Food was very good.

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  8. Susan

    Greater Boston

    33 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    33 reviews

    Dined on 6 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Wonderful food and great service. A neighborhood gem.

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  9. Larry

    Greater Boston

    4 reviews

    4.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on 5 November 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 2
    Excellent food and pleasant waitress . Ambiance tired and menu needs to be updated .

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  10. Barry

    Greater Boston

    45 reviews

    5.0

    45 reviews

    Dined on 30 October 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Tried a “new to us” restaurant.. Fabulous in both service from Allison and the food was terrific. We warned them we would be back, and we will.

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FAQs

Le Central offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (401) 396-9965.

Le Central is rated 4.7 stars by 502 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

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2 people
19:00
Booked 2 times today

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Google Map for Le Central

483 Hope St, Bristol, RI 02809-1807

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    State Street, Bristol, RI 02809
  • Area
    Bristol
  • Hours of Operation
    Brunch Sun 11:00–16:00 Lunch Tue–Sat 12:00–16:00 Dinner Tue–Thu, Sun 16:00–19:00 Fri, Sat 16:00–20:00
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary French, Farm-to-table, Seafood
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    Ample street parking and public lots within a half block of the restaurant.
  • Public transit
    RIPTA 60 Providence/Newport - Hope and State (Bristol)
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Jesse James
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Takeaway, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
    (401) 396-9965
  • Private party facilities
    Semi-private room and full restaurant available for private events/parties of 10-80 guests. Please email Sam at sam@lecentralbristol.net for booking inquiries.
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