Jake's Mile High Lemon Meringue Pie
Tall, fluffy meringue stacked high over rich lemon curd in a buttery crust.
Tall, fluffy meringue stacked high over rich lemon curd in a buttery crust.
Creamy stone-ground Southern grits infused with five onion varieties and aged parmesan cheese.
Pan-seared Bedford sea scallops served with seasonal puree and brown butter.
Fresh Gulf oysters wood-fired in their shell with herb butter and parmesan.
Selection of artisanal cured meats, fine cheeses, house-made pickles, and crostini.
Tender lamb ribs glazed with a savory-spicy Korean gochujang sauce.
Crispy hand-cut fries seasoned with signature house spice blend.
Fresh Alabama Gulf lump crab meat stir-fried with jasmine rice and fragrant aromatics.
Silky eggnog-infused custard topped with a crispy caramelized sugar crust.
Classic Southern pimento cheese made with sharp aged cheddar, served with crackers.
Pan-roasted duck breast cooked medium-rare with cherry port reduction.
Center-cut beef filet mignon grilled over open flame to perfection.
Savory-sweet fritters filled with crispy applewood smoked bacon and sweet Fuji apples.
Smooth Pinot Noir featuring notes of ripe red berries and subtle oak.
Rich Pinot Noir with layered aromas of dark cherry, plum, and warm spices.
Elegant Pinot Noir with ripe berry fruit and sophisticated tannins.
Expressive Russian River Pinot Noir with cherry and spice nuances.
Willamette Valley cuvee featuring vibrant red fruit and fine structure.
Balanced Oregon Pinot Noir with crushed raspberries and earthy undertones.
Lush Lake County Merlot showcasing ripe black cherry and cocoa notes.
Classic Napa Merlot with plum, black pepper, and silky tannins.
Bold Cabernet Sauvignon with structure, dark fruit, and mineral finish.
Sonoma Cabernet offering rich blackberry and toasted oak flavors.
Iconic Napa Cabernet rich with dark berries, chocolate, and velvety texture.
Classic Napa Cabernet with core flavors of cassis, spice, and cedar.
Paso Robles Cabernet brimming with warm dark fruit and vanilla oak.
Premium Napa Cabernet featuring concentrated blackberry, espresso, and spice.
Fruit-forward Cabernet with ripe blackberry, cassis, and smooth finish.
Balanced Napa Cabernet offering dark berry, plum, and subtle herbal notes.
Rich Napa red blend crafted by Cakebread Cellars with dark fruit layers.
Exceptional Napa red blend offering complexity, structure, and power.
Sonoma red blend with crushed berries, pepper, and balanced acidity.
Robust red blend with dark fruit, cocoa, and spicy oak character.
Portuguese red blend with spicy plum and dark cherry notes.
Australian Shiraz packed with juicy blackberry, pepper, and spice.
Classic Paso Robles Zinfandel featuring jammy raspberry and black pepper notes.
Rich Napa Zinfandel with ripe blackberry, vanilla, and smooth finish.
California Zinfandel bursting with wild berry, spice, and soft tannins.
Argentine Malbec with dark plum, violet aromas, and silky finish.
Smooth, rich Malbec crafted by Caymus with dark fruit and cocoa notes.
French Chateauneuf-du-Pape with notes of red currant, garrigue, and spice.
Italian Chianti Classico featuring tart cherry, earth, and savory herbs.
Classic Cotes du Rhone red with dark berry fruit and subtle earthiness.
Valpolicella Ripasso with dried fruit aromas, spice, and velvet texture.
Barolo from Serralunga with aromas of dried rose, cherry, and leather.
Fruit-driven Australian Shiraz with dark plum, spice, and soft oak.
Crisp Oregon Pinot Gris with vibrant pear, citrus, and mineral notes.
Refreshingly zesty Sauvignon Blanc from New Zealand with tropical fruit aromas.
Napa Sauvignon Blanc brimming with lemongrass, lime, and crisp acidity.
Light and crisp Italian Pinot Grigio with green apple and citrus flavors.
German Riesling offering bright acidity, peach flavors, and off-dry sweetness.
Complex French Chateauneuf Blanc with stone fruit and floral aromatics.
Fresh, crisp California Chardonnay brewed without oak influence.
Balanced Estate Chardonnay with notes of green apple, vanilla, and gentle oak.
Rhone Valley white blend with white peach, blossom, and crisp finish.
Classic Napa Chardonnay rich with buttery apple, lemon, and oak spice.
Lush Napa Chardonnay with tropical fruit, buttery brioche, and oak warmth.
Argentine white wine offering bright acidity, floral notes, and peach.
Single-vineyard Napa Chardonnay featuring crisp pear, Meyer lemon, and hazelnut.
Sweet Italian Moscato d'Asti with delicate effervescence and peach notes.
Crisp California Rose with bright watermelon, strawberry, and citrus notes.
Single-serving split of crisp, elegant French Champagne with fine bubbles.
Fresh Italian Prosecco featuring crisp green apple and white peach flavors.
Premium French Brut Champagne with complex brioche and white fruit notes.
Refined French sparkling wine with delicate bubbles and crisp citrus finish.
Dry Spanish Cava with refreshing lemon, green apple, and fine minerality.
French sparkling Rose with charming raspberry and red currant notes.
Prestigious French Champagne showcasing elegance, structure, and fine bubbles.
Late harvest dessert wine with concentrated sweet apricot and honeyed notes.
Classic Sauternes showcasing luscious honey, candied orange, and stone fruit.
Aged 10-year Tawny Port offering rich fig, walnut, and caramel flavors.
Aged 20-year Tawny Port with complex dried fruit, spice, and toasted nut notes.
Full-bodied ruby port featuring dark cherry, plum, and chocolate flavors.
Bulleit rye, absinthe, maple syrup, berg and hauck creole bitters.
Bombay gin, earl grey tea, lavender vanilla syrup, lemon, egg whites.
Kirk & Sweeney 12 yr rum, amaretto, simple syrup, egg whites.
Old Forester bourbon, fresh mint, orange marmalade, fresh squeezed orange juice.
Rittenhouse rye, Regans' orange bitters, old fashioned bitters, Punt e Mes.
Cazadores anejo tequila, sugar cube, mole and orange bitters, cinnamon.
Titos vodka, blackberry syrup, fresh lime juice, ginger beer.
Elizabeth vodka, Chambord, muddled strawberries, rosemary blackberry syrup, lemon, cranberry juice.
Dark American stout with roasted malt, chocolate, and coffee notes.
Crisp American India Pale Ale loaded with citrus and pine hop aromas.
Refreshing American IPA with bold hop flavor and clean finish.
Light lager beer with low calories and crisp refreshing finish.
Classic light American pilsner with smooth, clean taste.
Mexican pilsner lager served cold, best enjoyed with a lime wedge.
Classic European pale lager with crisp, balanced bitter flavor.
Bold American strong ale packed with intense malt and hop bitterness (22 oz bomber).
Belgian-style tripel ale infused with spice and fruity ester notes.
Classic American lager brew with crisp and clean finish.
Cold-filtered light pilsner lager with crisp drinkability.
Light American lager with smooth taste and refreshingly light finish.
Belgian pilsner with floral hop aroma and crisp, clean bitterness.
Belgian-style wheat ale brewed with orange peel and coriander.
Curated selection of fine bourbons including 1792, Angel's Envy, Basil Hayden, Bib & Tucker 6yr, Blanton's, Booker's, Breckenridge, Buffalo Trace, and Bulleit.
Situated in the heart of downtown Montgomery at 129 Coosa St, Central Restaurant stands as a premier destination for elevated Southern cuisine rooted in regional ingredients and wood-fired technique. Boasting an impressive 4.60 rating across more than 1,300 guest reviews, Central offers a sophisticated yet inviting dining environment where restored brickwork and warm lighting set the stage for celebratory dinners, business gatherings, or relaxed evening drinks.
Central's kitchen excels at taking traditional Southern staples and elevating them through precise cooking techniques and global accents. Flame-kissed proteins, coastal catches, and comforting grain preparations form the bedrock of the menu.
The beverage program at Central is equally ambitious, pairing artful craft mixology with a deep cellar list. Signature cocktails pay homage to classic techniques, such as the Old Montgomery (Rittenhouse rye, Punt e Mes, and orange bitters) and the frothy London Fog (gin, Earl Grey tea, lavender vanilla, and egg whites). Wine lovers can choose from accessible glass pours to prestige bottles like Caymus Cabernet Sauvignon, Shafer One Point Five, or French Billecart-Salmon Brut Champagne. Furthermore, bourbon enthusiasts can explore the restaurant's "Brown Water List," featuring top-tier pours such as Blanton's, Booker's, Breckenridge, and Buffalo Trace.
Central accommodates a wide array of dining preferences and dietary needs without compromising quality. The menu clearly marks gluten-free offerings across every course, including pan-seared Bedford sea scallops, fire-grilled filet mignon, duck breast, crab fried rice, and house fries. Vegetarian diners can enjoy appetizers like the aged cheddar pimento cheese or indulge in sweet desserts like Jake's Mile High Lemon Meringue Pie and Eggnog Creme Brulee. Due to Central's high demand in downtown Montgomery, advance dinner reservations are strongly recommended.
405 Cloverdale Rd, Montgomery, AL 36106
12 Benson Mill Rd, Alexander City, AL 35010
124 Mitcham Ave, Auburn, AL 36830
210 E Glenn Ave, Auburn, AL 36830
3161 Cahaba Heights Rd, Birmingham, AL 35243
721 Broadway St, Birmingham, AL 35209
Central offers a wide array of naturally gluten-free dishes, including Wood Fired Oysters on Half Shell, Bedford Seared Scallops, Alabama Gulf Crab Fried Rice, Maple Leaf Farms Duck Breast, Filet Mignon, Five Onion Parmesan Grits, and Central House Fries.
Yes, Central features a dedicated "Brown Water List" showcasing curated bourbons like Blanton's, Booker's, Angel's Envy, Breckenridge, and Buffalo Trace. They also serve signature craft cocktails like the 1895 Sazerac Rye, Old Montgomery, and the Earl Grey-infused London Fog.
Central prominently features fresh Alabama seafood, including Alabama Gulf Crab Fried Rice made with lump crab meat and fresh Gulf oysters wood-fired in their shell with herb butter and parmesan.
Central offers distinct house desserts, including Jake's Mile High Lemon Meringue Pie topped with tall fluffy meringue over rich lemon curd, as well as an Eggnog Creme Brulee with a caramelized sugar crust.
Central boasts an extensive wine menu by the glass and bottle, ranging from accessible red and white pours ($9-$15) to high-end vintage bottles like Caymus Cabernet, Mascot by Bond, and French Champagnes.
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