Centro Basco – Spanish
Stepping into Centro Basco feels like entering a vibrant cultural crossroads where the warmth of Basque hospitality meets the lively energy of a modern gathering spot. The air is thick with the savory aroma of sizzling Lukinka bites and charred shishito peppers, inviting guests to linger over shared platters of zesty Basco poppers and golden calamari strips. Whether you are diving into a rich, gravy-smothered poutine or savoring a classic shrimp cocktail, every bite celebrates a spirited culinary heritage in a space that feels both timeless and welcoming.
13432, Central Avenue, Chino, CA, 91710 +19096289014 https://centrobasco.net0Cuisine: Spanish
Price range: $$
Dietary options: dairy-free, gluten-free, halal, high-protein, keto, low-carb, nut-free, vegan, vegetarian, heart-healthy, low-fat, low-sodium, paleo, pescatarian, plant-based, whole30, anti-inflammatory, atkins, dash-sodium-reduced, gerd, high-fiber, low-cholesterol, south-beach, aip, alkaline, carnivore, renal, tlc, volumetrics, lectin-free, macrobiotic, slow-carb, sesame-free, soy-free
Diet fit at Centro Basco
Dairy-Free at Centro Basco
Centro Basco in Chino has 7 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Chicken Sandwich, The Amatxi, Set-Up and Thursday Special: Chilindron. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Gluten-Free at Centro Basco
Centro Basco in Chino has 5 gluten-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Thrifty Ice Cream, Thursday Special: Chilindron and Friday Special: Branzino. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Halal at Centro Basco
Centro Basco in Chino has 35 halal-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Thrifty Ice Cream, French Onion au Gratin and Shrimp Cocktail. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
High-Protein at Centro Basco
Centro Basco in Chino has 7 high-protein-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Shrimp Cocktail, Grilled Cheese and Monique's Gateau Basque. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Keto at Centro Basco
Centro Basco in Chino has 8 keto-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Kid's Quartered Roasted Chicken & French Fries, Chicken Wings and Perrier. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Low-Carb at Centro Basco
Centro Basco in Chino has 9 low-carb-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Kid's Quartered Roasted Chicken & French Fries, Chicken Wings and Perrier. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Nut-Free at Centro Basco
Centro Basco in Chino has 2 nut-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Basque Flan and Grilled Cheese. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegan at Centro Basco
Centro Basco in Chino has 2 vegan-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Shishito Peppers and Lukinka Bites. 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 Centro Basco
| Dish | Net carbs | Protein |
|---|---|---|
| Chicken Wings | 1.4 g | 57.1 g |
| Basque Omelet | 3.3 g | 49.5 g |
| Salami & Cheese Plate | 43.2 g | 41.3 g |
| Tuna Melt | 79.8 g | 31 g |
| Pork Chops plate | 2.2 g | 30.5 g |
| The Amatxi, Set-Up | 70.9 g | 28.1 g |
| Friday - Vegetable Soup | 54.8 g | 26.4 g |
| Chicken Cordon Bleu meal | 21.3 g | 24.9 g |
| Sunday - Chef’s Choice | 25.1 g | 24.8 g |
| Chicken Parmesan meal | 0 g | 22.4 g |
| Shrimp Cocktail | 11 g | 21 g |
| Flat Iron Steak meal | 0 g | 19.3 g |
Nutrition values are estimated from ingredients.
Currently closed
Hours
- Tuesday
- 5:00 PM - 9:00 PM
- Wednesday - Friday
- 11:30 AM - 9:00 PM
- Saturday
- 4:00 PM - 9:00 PM
- Sunday
- 12:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Menu
Shareables
- Basco Poppers - $15: Bacon wrapped jalapenos stuffed with cream cheese Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken Wings - $16: Fresh garlic Parmesan or classic buffalo sauce Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Atkins, South-Beach Available at: dinner, lunch
- Poutine - $13: French fries, melted Jack cheese and Monique's mushroom gravy Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Atkins, South-Beach Available at: dinner, lunch
- Calamari Strips - $17: Strips of calamari sauteed in butter, garlic and spices Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian, Anti-Inflammatory, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics Available at: dinner, lunch
- Shrimp Cocktail - $14: Horseradish cocktail sauce Dietary tags: High-Protein, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Fat, GERD-Friendly Available at: dinner, lunch
- Escargot - $17: 1/2 dozen escargots baked in a garlic butter sauce. Served with bread Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, High-Fiber, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Salami & Cheese Plate - $14: Hard dry cured pork salami, Monterey jack cheese, bread & butter
- Shishito Peppers - $7: Seasoned Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Plant-Based, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, Low-Cholesterol, Alkaline, Slow-Carb
- Lukinka Bites - $8: Served with basquaise sauce Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Plant-Based, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free
- Basco Combo - $12: 4 piece marinated tongue and tomato, Jack cheese, bread and butter Dietary tags: Low-Sodium
- Blue Cheese Plate - $5 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian
Soup Du Jour
- Wednesday - Potato Leek - $5 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian
- Thursday - French Onion / Tomato Basil - $5 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Friday - Vegetable Soup - $5 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
- Saturday - Split Pea - $5 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
- Sunday - Chef’s Choice - $5 Dietary tags: Halal, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
Sandwiches & Burgers
- Basco Burger - $14: Angus beef, lettuce, tomato and onion. Choice of side Dietary tags: Whole30, Paleo, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, Slow-Carb Available at: dinner, lunch
- Impossible Burger - $14: Vegan patty. Choice of side Available at: dinner, lunch
- Beef Dip Sandwich - $16: Thinly sliced roast beef. Choice of side Dietary tags: Whole30, Paleo, AIP, Lectin-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Ribeye Steak Sandwich - $26: On grilled sourdough. Choice of side Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Lukinka Sandwich - $16: Homemade pork sausage on French roll. Choice of side Available at: dinner, lunch
- Basque Ham Sandwich - $17: Homemade cured ham on grilled sourdough. Choice of side Available at: dinner, lunch
- Tuna Melt - $15: Tuna with melted jack cheese on grilled sourdough bread. Choice of side Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Cold Tuna Sandwich - $14: Choice of side Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken Sandwich - $16: Grilled chicken breast, lettuce, tomato & onion. Choice of side Dietary tags: Halal, Dairy-Free, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Soy Free Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Grilled Cheese - $14: Monterey jack cheese on grilled sourdough. Choice of side Dietary tags: High-Protein, Vegetarian, Halal, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, Soy Free, Sesame Free Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Lamb Dip Sandwich - $16: Roasted leg of lamb. Choice of side Available at: dinner, lunch
Meals - Dinner Menu
- Oxtail Stew meal - $34: Beef oxtail braised and slowly cooked with vegetables Available at: dinner, lunch
- Roasted Chicken meal - $24: Free range 1/2 roasted chicken in its natural juices Dietary tags: Whole30, Paleo, Anti-Inflammatory, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, AIP, Lectin-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Poulet Basque meal - $26: Roasted Chicken with signature Basque sauce Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken Cordon Bleu meal - $26: Chicken breast stuffed with ham and cheese, breaded and baked Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, DASH Sodium-Reduced Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken Parmesan meal - $26: Grilled chicken breast topped with Basquaise sauce and Jack cheese Dietary tags: Anti-Inflammatory Available at: dinner, lunch
- Pork Chops meal - $28: Lightly breaded and grilled Available at: dinner, lunch
- Lamb Chops meal - $53: 16 oz of domestically raised grilled chops Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, High-Fiber, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Rack of Lamb meal - $55: 14 oz Roasted New Zealand primal lamb ribs Available at: dinner, lunch
- Entrecote meal - $48: 10 oz ribeye steak Available at: dinner, lunch
- Flat Iron Steak meal - $41: 8 oz top-blade cut Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Whole30, Paleo, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Carnivore, TLC, AIP, Renal, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free
- Baked Alaskan Cod meal - $28: Topped with piccata sauce Dietary tags: Halal, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free
- Baked Salmon meal - $32: Chilean salmon topped with a meuniere sauce Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian
- Calamari Steak meal - $26: Lightly breaded and grilled with choice of basquaise or meuniere sauce
- Veal Cutlet meal - $31: Lightly breaded and grilled
- New York Strip Steak meal - $39: 6 oz New York strip loin Dietary tags: Whole30, Paleo, AIP, Lectin-Free
- Shrimp Scampi meal - $26: 8 jumbo shrimp in a garlicky butter sauce Dietary tags: Pescatarian
- Fettuccine Alfredo meal - $22 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian
- Vegetarian Pasta meal - $22: Choice of pasta, egg noodles or spaghetti topped with homemade Basque sauce or butter garlic Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC
Plates - Lunch Menu
- Roasted Chicken plate - $18: Free range 1/2 roasted chicken in its natural juices Dietary tags: Whole30, Paleo, Anti-Inflammatory, Low-Cholesterol, AIP, Lectin-Free
- Chicken Parmesan plate - $20: Grilled chicken breast topped with Basquaise sauce and Jack cheese Dietary tags: Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics, TLC
- Chicken Cordon Bleu plate - $20: Chicken breast stuffed with ham and cheese breaded and baked Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, DASH Sodium-Reduced
- Poulet Basque plate - $20: Roasted Chicken with signature Basque sauce Dietary tags: Whole30, Paleo, AIP, Lectin-Free
- Pork Chops plate - $22: Lightly breaded and grilled Dietary tags: High-Protein, Low-Sodium, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Renal
- Full Rack of Lamb (14 oz) plate - $49: Oven roasted New Zealand primal lamb ribs Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Whole30, Paleo, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Carnivore, TLC, AIP, Renal, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free
- Lamb Chops (16 oz) plate - $47: Locally raised grilled chops Dietary tags: Whole30, Paleo, AIP, Lectin-Free
- Entrecote plate - $42: 10 oz Ribeye Steak Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Low-Sodium, Atkins, South-Beach, Carnivore
- Flat Iron Steak plate - $35: 8oz Top-blade cut Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Soy Free, Sesame Free
- New York Strip plate - $33: 6oz New York strip loin steak Dietary tags: Whole30, Paleo, AIP, Lectin-Free
- Veal Cutlet plate - $25: Lightly breaded and grilled
- Calamari Steak plate - $20: Lightly breaded and grilled with choice of Basquaise or meuniere sauce
- Oven Baked Salmon plate - $26: Chilean salmon topped with a meuniere sauce Dietary tags: Halal, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC, Renal
- Baked Alaskan Cod plate - $22: Topped with piccata sauce Dietary tags: Halal, Dairy-Free, Low-Sodium, Renal, Soy Free
- Shrimp Scampi plate - $20: 8 jumbo shrimp in a garlicky butter sauce
- Fettuccine Alfredo plate - $16: Add chicken or shrimp for extra charge
A La Carte
- French Onion au Gratin - $10 Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian, Anti-Inflammatory, High-Fiber, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics
- Oxtail Stew (16oz) a la carte - $28
- Basque Breakfast - $20 Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Halal, Low-Sodium, South-Beach, Alkaline, AIP, Renal, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free
- Basque Omelet - $11 Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Atkins, South-Beach, Carnivore, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free
- Spaghetti - $7: With meat sauce or garlic butter or vegetarian
- Chicken Tenders - $12: Chicken breast and French fries
- The Amatxi, Set-Up - $18: Soup, salad, tongue and tomatoes, spaghetti Dietary tags: Dairy-Free, High-Fiber, Soy Free
- Noodles & Shrimp Kabob - $16: Garlic Lime Shrimp skewered over butter garlic pasta Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian, Anti-Inflammatory, Soy Free
- Tongue & Tomato - $4 Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Atkins, South-Beach, Slow-Carb
Kids Menu - 12 & Under
- Kid's Spaghetti with Meat Sauce - $9 Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics, TLC, Renal
- Kid's Hamburger & French Fries - $10
- Kid's Grilled Cheese & French Fries - $9 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, High-Fiber
- Kid's Chicken Tenders & French Fries - $9 Dietary tags: Dairy-Free, Soy Free
- Kid's Quartered Roasted Chicken & French Fries - $10 Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Low-Sodium, Atkins, South-Beach
Beverages
- Iced Tea - $4
- Lemonade - $4
- Strawberry Lemonade - $4
- Hot Tea - $4
- Hot Cocoa - $4
- Coffee - $4
- Arnold Palmer - $4
- Perrier - $4 Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Halal, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, Carnivore, TLC, Alkaline, AIP, Renal, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free
- Soda - $4
- Juice - $4: Apple, Pineapple, Cranberry, Orange, Grapefruit, Tomato
- Milk - $4
- Espresso - $5
Desserts - Fait Maison
- Basque Burnt Cheesecake - $8: Light and fluffy rustic cheesecake. Gluten Free Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Soy Free
- Monique's Gateau Basque - $8: Double crust pastry filled with almond cream Dietary tags: High-Protein, Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
- Basque Flan - $7: Rum caramel custard. Gluten Free Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Soy Free, Sesame Free
- Betta's Butter Rum - $8: Moist buttery bundt cake Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Soy Free
- Thrifty Ice Cream - $5: Vanilla, Chocolate, Strawberry Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Gluten-Free, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Soy Free
- Carrot Cake - $8 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
Weekly Specials
- Thursday Special: Chilindron - $32: Lamb Shanks braised with onions. Served with potato du jour and steamed vegetables Dietary tags: Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Low-Sodium, Soy Free
- Friday Special: Branzino - $25: European sea bass fillet skin oven baked served with choice of potato and vegetables Dietary tags: Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Alkaline, Soy Free
- Saturday Special: Prime Rib 10 oz - $43: Choice prime rib slowly roasted served with choice of potato & vegetables Dietary tags: Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, Soy Free
Frequently Asked Questions about Centro Basco
- Is Centro Basco dairy-free-friendly?
- Yes. Centro Basco has 7 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Chicken Sandwich, The Amatxi, Set-Up and Thursday Special: Chilindron.
- What can I eat at Centro Basco on a dairy-free diet?
- Chicken Sandwich, The Amatxi, Set-Up and Thursday Special: Chilindron carry the dairy-free tag, out of 7 tagged dishes on the current menu. Every dish's diet tags are listed in the menu.
- Does Centro Basco have vegan options?
- Yes. 2 dishes are tagged vegan on the current menu, including Shishito Peppers and Lukinka Bites.
- Is Centro Basco gluten-free?
- 5 dishes are 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 Centro Basco?
- Chicken Wings, at roughly 57.1g of protein (estimated from ingredients).
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