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Le Central, Bristol, RI

Le Central

4.7
4.7
500 Reviews
$31 to $50
Contemporary French

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 1 time today
  • Neighborhood 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 am–4:00 pm Lunch Tue–Sat 12:00 pm–4:00 pm Dinner Tue–Thu, Sun 4:00 pm–7:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–8:00 pm
  • 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.
  • Neighborhood
    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, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 500 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
  • 4.6Service
  • 4.3Ambience
  • 4.4Value

Noise • Moderate

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

    Neighborhood gem

  • Bristol County

    Good for special occasions

  • Bristol County

    Lively

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.

500 Reviews
  1. Janet

    Greater Boston

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on November 24, 2024

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

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  2. Taubs3

    Greater Boston

    15 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    15 reviews

    Dined on November 16, 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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  3. david

    Greater Boston

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on November 15, 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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  4. Lisa

    New Hampshire

    13 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    13 reviews

    Dined on November 14, 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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  5. David

    Greater Boston

    3 reviews

    4.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on November 10, 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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  6. Susan

    Greater Boston

    33 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    33 reviews

    Dined on November 6, 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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  7. Larry

    Greater Boston

    4 reviews

    4.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on November 5, 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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  8. Barry

    Greater Boston

    45 reviews

    5.0

    45 reviews

    Dined on October 30, 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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  9. Linda

    Greater Boston

    59 reviews

    5.0

    59 reviews

    Dined on October 25, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Always excellent. Best kept secret in Bristol dining.

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  10. Christine

    Austin

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on October 23, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Always a great experience! The food was outstanding.

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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 500 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 1 time today

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Le Central

483 Hope St, Bristol, RI 02809-1807

Additional information

  • Cross street
    State Street, Bristol, RI 02809
  • Neighborhood
    Bristol
  • Hours of operation
    Brunch Sun 11:00 am–4:00 pm Lunch Tue–Sat 12:00 pm–4:00 pm Dinner Tue–Thu, Sun 4:00 pm–7:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–8:00 pm
  • 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, Takeout, 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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