CENTRAL CAFE – American
Bradenton's former Manatee Hotel now houses a chef-driven cafe on Manatee Avenue East, trading today as Central Kitchen under owner Marsha Forrest. The kitchen leans coastal: wild grouper fish spread with house pickles, lightly breaded rock shrimp, lump blue crab cakes, seared ahi with wasabi cream, blackened grouper tacos. Thin, crisp pizzas and half-pound Angus burgers hold the casual end, while dinner brings a twelve-ounce ribeye and a French-cut pork chop in dijon creme fraiche. Creamy tomato-blue soup and southern fried okra are constants. Lunch runs into dinner daily, happy hour between; the patio seats forty. Come as you are.
906 Manatee Avenue East Bradenton, FL 34208 941.757.0050 https://centralcafe941.com/0Cuisine: American
Price range: $
Dietary options: dairy-free, gluten-free, halal, high-protein, keto, low-carb, nut-free, vegan, vegetarian, heart-healthy, low-sodium, paleo, pescatarian, plant-based, whole30, anti-inflammatory, atkins, dash-sodium-reduced, high-fiber, low-cholesterol, south-beach, aip, alkaline, carnivore, low-fodmap, renal, tlc, lectin-free, macrobiotic, slow-carb, sesame-free, soy-free
Diet fit at CENTRAL CAFE
Dairy-Free at CENTRAL CAFE
CENTRAL CAFE in Bradenton has 3 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Salmon, Hand Cut Fries and Beet Medley. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Gluten-Free at CENTRAL CAFE
CENTRAL CAFE in Bradenton has 1 gluten-free-tagged dish on its current menu, including Salmon. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Halal at CENTRAL CAFE
CENTRAL CAFE in Bradenton has 23 halal-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Ahi Tuna Tacos, Caesar Salad and Mediterranean Salad. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
High-Protein at CENTRAL CAFE
CENTRAL CAFE in Bradenton has 3 high-protein-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Salmon and Shrimp Pizza. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Keto at CENTRAL CAFE
CENTRAL CAFE in Bradenton has 1 keto-tagged dish on its current menu, including Ribeye Steak. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Low-Carb at CENTRAL CAFE
CENTRAL CAFE in Bradenton has 1 low-carb-tagged dish on its current menu, including Ribeye Steak. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Nut-Free at CENTRAL CAFE
CENTRAL CAFE in Bradenton has 1 nut-free-tagged dish on its current menu, including Salmon. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegan at CENTRAL CAFE
CENTRAL CAFE in Bradenton has 1 vegan-tagged dish on its current menu, including Hand Cut Fries. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
How tags work: Dish-level menu analysis by Chefi's rule-based diet engine with AI assistance; nutrition values are estimated from ingredients unless marked verified. Allergen and certification claims are never inferred.
What to order at CENTRAL CAFE
| Dish | Net carbs | Protein |
|---|---|---|
| Italiano | 103 g | 70.7 g |
| Charcuterie Pizza | 47.6 g | 62.4 g |
| Grilled Cheese and Soup | 59 g | 56.3 g |
| Blackened Chicken Pasta | 70.3 g | 35.1 g |
| Naked Burger | 33.5 g | 33.7 g |
| Fish Spread | 47.1 g | 33.3 g |
| Shrimp Pizza | 1 g | 32.3 g |
| Ribeye Steak | 1.5 g | 29.4 g |
| Californication | 48.5 g | 24 g |
| Salmon | 0 g | 24 g |
| Mediterranean Salad | 75.1 g | 23.8 g |
| Chicken Salad | 66.7 g | 23.4 g |
Nutrition values are estimated from ingredients.
Menu
Small Plates
- Creamy Tomato Blue Soup (Cup) - $4.9: crouton Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory Available at: dinner, lunch
- Creamy Tomato Blue Soup (Bowl) - $9.5: crouton Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory Available at: dinner, lunch
- Southern Fried Okra - $11: remoulade, parmesan Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Bruschetta - $11: toasts, tomato, mozzarella, pesto, balsamic Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Fish Spread - $15: wild grouper, house made pickles, toasts Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Rock Shrimp - $14: lightly breaded, remoulade, sweet chili Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Caprese Board - $9: heirloom tomatoes, mozzarella, basil pesto, arugula, balsamic drizzle, pickled red onions, roasted red peppers Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory Available at: dinner, lunch
- Beet Medley - $9: beets, green goddess, candied nuts, dried cranberries, arugula, pickled egg, pepitas, dill Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Crispy Chicken Tenders - $12: 3 tenders, dipping sauce, french fries Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken and Veggie Potstickers - $10: 5 potstickers, dipping sauce Available at: dinner, lunch
Salads
- Central Salad - $12: bacon, tomato, dried cranberries, seasonal fruit, candied nuts, greens, vinaigrette Available at: dinner, lunch
- Caesar Salad - $9: greens, croutons, parmesan Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian, Anti-Inflammatory Available at: dinner, lunch
- Classic Salad - $12: greens, asparagus, hard egg, olives, tomato, crouton, onion, blue cheese dressing Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken Salad - $14.5: greens, tomato, seasonal berries, seasonal citrus, candied nuts, vinaigrette Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Gulf Coast Salad - $16.5: greens, chilled shrimp, bacon, tomato, hard egg, blue cheese crumbles, asparagus, blue cheese dressing Available at: dinner, lunch
- Mediterranean Salad - $14.5: greens, zucchini, asparagus, portabella, artichoke, tomato, roasted pepper, parmesan, olives, vinaigrette Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
Pizza
- Margherita Pizza - $13: fresh mozzarella, tomato sauce, basil Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Shrimp Pizza - $14.5: artichoke hearts, pesto, mozzarella Dietary tags: High-Protein
- B.T.A Pizza - $14: bacon, tomato, arugula, pesto, mozzarella, balsamic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Portabella Mushroom Pizza - $14: fresh mozzarella, tomato sauce, portabella, red onion Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory Available at: dinner, lunch
- Charcuterie Pizza - $14.5: ham, salami, pepperoni, bacon, tomato sauce, mozzarella Available at: dinner, lunch
Burgers
- Cheeseburger - $14.5: angus beef, pickles, red onion, cheddar, tomato Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Naked Burger - $14: no bun, no cheese Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Swiss, Blue or Cheddar Burger - $14.5: angus beef, choice of cheese Available at: dinner, lunch
- Jalapeno Swiss Burger - $15: angus beef, jalapeno, swiss Available at: dinner, lunch
- Bacon/Blue, Swiss or Cheddar Burger - $15: angus beef, bacon, choice of cheese Available at: dinner, lunch
- Portabella/Brie Burger - $15.5: angus beef, portabella, brie Available at: dinner, lunch
Sandwiches
- Shrimp Po Boy - $14.5: lettuce, pickled chili, remoulade, paprika aioli, house pickles Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian, Anti-Inflammatory Available at: dinner, lunch
- Californication - $14.5: grilled rare ahi tuna, bacon, lettuce, tomato, soy sesame sauce, wasabi cream Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Hot Ham & Swiss - $12.5: tomato, lettuce, dijonaise Dietary tags: Anti-Inflammatory Available at: dinner, lunch
- Italiano - $14.5: ham, salami, pepperoni, onion, roasted peppers, mozzarella, lettuce, tomato, vinaigrette Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken Salad Sandwich - $12.5: bacon, lettuce, tomato Available at: dinner, lunch
- French American - $12.5: bacon, lettuce, tomato, brie Available at: dinner, lunch
- Totally Veggie Sandwich - $11: zucchini, tomato, asparagus, portabella, roasted peppers, artichoke, mozzarella, vinaigrette Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory Available at: dinner, lunch
- Grilled Cheese and Soup - $15: tomato blue soup, bacon, cheddar cheese, texas toast Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
Tacos
- Rock Shrimp Tacos - $15: lightly breaded, chili sauce, pickled chili, cabbage, baja sauce Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Central Style Braised Pork Tacos - $15: pickled chili, red onion, cabbage, baja sauce Available at: dinner, lunch
- Ahi Tuna Tacos - $16: grilled rare, wasabi cream, cabbage, baja sauce Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Grouper Taco - $17: lightly blackened, pico, pablano aioli Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
Main Plates
- Ribeye Steak - $36: 12 oz Ribeye served with hand cut fries Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Low-Sodium, Atkins, South-Beach, Renal, Slow-Carb Available at: dinner, lunch
- Blackened Chicken Pasta - $26: seared blackened with capers, baby kale, garlic, cherry tomatoes, white wine sauce over pasta Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Lump Blue Crab Cake (Single) - $18: fries, greens, remoulade Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Lump Blue Crab Cake (Double) - $27: fries, greens, remoulade Dietary tags: High-Protein, Halal Available at: dinner, lunch
- French Cut Pork Chop - $32: garlic, onion, tomato, dijon creme freiche, white wine, mixed mushrooms, chef side Available at: dinner, lunch
- Braised Pork Tostada - $21: baja, cabbage, pickled red onion, pickled chili Available at: dinner, lunch
- Seared Ahi Tuna Plate - $28: fries, greens, soy sesame sauce, wasabi cream Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Salmon - $19: chefs vegetables Dietary tags: High-Protein, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, Low-Fodmap, Carnivore, TLC, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free, Soy Free, Sesame Free Available at: dinner, lunch
Sides
- Hand Cut Fries - $7.5: malt vinegar Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
Beverages
- Cosmopolitan - $10
- Daiquiri - $12
- Negroni - $9
- Margarita - $11
Frequently Asked Questions about CENTRAL CAFE
- Is CENTRAL CAFE dairy-free-friendly?
- Yes. CENTRAL CAFE has 3 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Salmon, Hand Cut Fries and Beet Medley.
- What can I eat at CENTRAL CAFE on a dairy-free diet?
- Salmon, Hand Cut Fries and Beet Medley carry the dairy-free tag, out of 3 tagged dishes on the current menu. Every dish's diet tags are listed in the menu.
- Does CENTRAL CAFE have vegan options?
- Yes. 1 dish is tagged vegan on the current menu, including Hand Cut Fries.
- Is CENTRAL CAFE gluten-free?
- 1 dish is tagged gluten-free on the current menu. Chefi never infers allergen tags from a dish name alone, but a tag is not a certification — confirm preparation with the restaurant if you have celiac disease or a severe sensitivity.
- What is the highest-protein dish at CENTRAL CAFE?
- Italiano, at roughly 70.7g of protein (estimated from ingredients).
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