It’s safe to say that at Central Market you won’t just find goods in our aisles, but greats. Every item in every department is picked to please, including fresh flown-in seafood from our world-class Seafood Market, delicious chef-prepared main dishes & sides, international deli meats & cheeses, a huge assortment of wine & craft beer, scratch-made breads & desserts, and so much more. We also offer cooking classes where you can perfect your pairings, practice new techniques, expand your repertoire, and improve your confidence in the kitchen! Taught by our expert cooking school instructors, Central Market cooking classes offer fun for all ages. So join us for your next date night, quality time with the kids, or relaxing time away on your own! At Central Market we’re really into food!
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Central Market received an average rating of 4.39 out of 5 stars from 18 reviews.
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Who wouldn't be hungry after seeing aisle after aisle of eye-catching produce, meats and cheeses? Central Market brings its products from the shelves to the table in a wholesome, cozy cafe, situated separate enough from the upscale grocery… Read Full Editorial
My Review by tomh1329065801 via Citysearch on 10/17/2013
Fantastic food, even for carnivores! Very tasty!!
great bread, produce and seafood by nanciec via Citysearch on 2/12/2010
great variety of fruits, vegs, and seafood, fresh... bakery is so good....
Not as good at is used to be. by rloftin38 via Citysearch on 11/3/2007
Was once one of our family favorites. Seems to have gone down in quality lately. Our sandwiches were little more than cold-cuts on pre-sliced bread. They also seem to have lost some of their really good employees. There was low…
Awesome New hours by DiwiMama H via Insider Pages on 2/13/2007
As of the 19th I heard that the North Central Market will stay open until 10 pm. I shop late so this is wonderful!!\r
Also, I am always completely amazed at their produce aisle. They are the Best!
A destination grocery store and cafe that's popular with tourists and locals, young and old. by Contributor via Citysearch on 6/26/2006
In Short
One of the top tourist spots in town, Central Market features an 18,000-square-foot produce section, a 75-foot seafood counter and a bakery stocked with 60 varieties of bread--not to mention an immense selection of fruit…
nice store, terrible cafe by Stephanie W. via Judy's Book on 4/4/2006
I still prefer Central Market to Whole Foods when it comes to grocery shopping. Their prices are better in general, and the store is large without being overwhelming. The produce selection is great as is the alcohol, seafood, and bulk…
Love the produce and cheese by Whitney B. via Judy's Book on 3/28/2006
I love going to Central Market for their produce and cheese selections. They always have the freshest organic fruit, and you can always find specialty cheeses. Their selection of wines is also very diverse. I am not a huge fan of their…
Central Market Cafe - Decent Food, Overpriced by Blake W. via Judy's Book on 3/21/2006
Ohhhh, they get me every time! I keep going back to the Cenetral Market Cafe even though I think the food is only okay and the service is ... wait a minute, there's no service! You stand in line to order from a counter. You have to pick up…
A Great Place I Ill Never Get Tired Of by nshepherd via Citysearch on 2/2/2006
Central Market is a great place to go, whether you want to order off a menu or create your own salad or pasta dish. It is always a great quality and I would definatly recommend it to anyone that I meet.
Really Nice Store by Zachira C. via Judy's Book on 12/29/2005
I like the variety of fruit and vegetables. People are friendly and knowledgeable. Love when they have things to try. The store is nice and clean and well orgazined.
Healthy Food by Barbra M via Insider Pages on 11/30/2005
I do most of my grocery shopping here. They have a wonderful baked goods section and their produce cannot be beat. They have a great bulk section and some wonderful coffees. There is a playground and deck outside for enjoyment. On the…
Best Fruits and Veggies in town by Daria S via Insider Pages on 11/27/2005
Central Market has the best selection of produce in town. They are ripe and big and not all banged up like regular grocery store produce. Their fresh meat section will make your mouth water. They really have top of the line foods. They…
Chocolate section by Hillary H via Insider Pages on 11/23/2005
There's the best sampling of chocolate in Central market ever. Most of it is over priced since it came from out of the country. But it's wonderful. They've got a wide variety of fine candies.
Cafe has gotten worse by Amy C. via Judy's Book on 10/31/2005
Central Market used to have the best food in their cafe. However, they took out all the different sections and turned it into one cafe. They used to have wonderful Penne Cubanara and a brick pizza oven. You could go to different areas…
good place for all by southerncomforts via Citysearch on 10/21/2005
Central Market is a great place to eat for both families and those who appreciate the finer things. When I went to UT, my friends and I would often go there for their great atomosphere and good food. It's a great place to people watch and…
Top Notch Grocery Experience by mary c via Insider Pages on 8/26/2005
I used to live in Austin TX and for quite a while I worked downtown. When work was done at 5pm, there was NO WAY I was getting on I35. Instead, I would spend 45 minutes or so picking up dinner at Central Market. I'd start by walking…
Great selection, better prices than Whole Foods. by Sonia M. via Judy's Book on 8/17/2005
Not everything in this store is organic and natural, but they carry plenty of organic options. Imagine my delight when I purchased "Sweet corn hand-picked by the Ute Indians of Colorado" last week. It was the best corn I had ever tasted!…
Wonderful Grocery, Wonderful Take out by mary c. via Judy's Book on 8/16/2005
If you are looking for a great price on cheerios, head to HEB. But if you need to pick up some wonderful chocolate for a hostess gift, a bottle of wine to go with dinner, a showstopping dessert or a bag of tortillas- hit up central market.…
A Class Act by Melissa P via Insider Pages on 8/12/2005
Shopping at Central Market has always been a treat for the senses - the crisp green smell of the vegetables and fruits, the colorful bins of dried and fresh peppers, the discombobulatingly long cheese aisle ... but the best thing about…
Eat your way through your weekly shopping chores. by Alex d. via Judy's Book on 8/11/2005
Central Market would definitely make my list of the top 5 things I would miss if I left Austin.CM excels at making grocery shopping an enjoyable and educational outing rather than a weekly chore. I always try to leave plenty of time to…
