Le Central, the Affordable French Restaurant

112 E. 8th Ave.
Denver, CO 80203
303-863-8094
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Le Central is a Denver landmark; serving the community since 1980. We are an affordable and friendly restaurant that aims to provide our guests with great French food, outstanding service and a little escape to Paris right in their backyard! Menus change daily to reflect the age old tradition of going to the market and selecting the best products to offer friends and family. Great wine is always available to accompany any meal, without breaking your budget. Come and visit us for a fun and fabulous Denver Dining tradition, À Votre Santé!

First Course (choice of)

• Bisque de Fruits de Mer - Lobster bisque garnished with shrimp, crab and bay scallops topped with puff pastry fleuron and a quenelle of crème fraîche
• Crême de Champignons aux Echalottes - Wild mushrooms baked in a crême brulée type custard topped with oven roasted caramelized shallots

Second Course (choice of)

• Mahi au Chocolat - Cocoa dusted Mahi, seared, bathed with a vanilla flavored beurre blanc accompanied by a piña-colada scented risotto
• Paupiette de Veau - Veal scallopini, sautéed in sweet butter, topped with a crumble of Montrachet cheese and a julienne of Proscuitto; finished with a demi glace redolent of sage, served over gnocchi sided with tomato, zucchini and eggplant Provencal

Third Course

Toasted Almond and Pistachio biscuit layered with praline and white chocolate mousse, topped with dark chocolate ganache served over a drizzle of warm caramel sauce

*Entire menu can be made gluten free