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CENTRAL RECORDS Kitchen and Recordbar

Restaurant Cafe Bar Coffee shop Cocktail bar Espresso bar Wine bar Bistro Lounge Live music venue Book store Tapas restaurant Radio broadcaster Record store

One of the Top rated Tapas restaurants in Phoenix


Address

824 N Central Ave, Phoenix, AZ 85004

Website

centralrecords824.com

Contact

(602) 638-0433

Rating on Google Maps

4.60 (85 reviews)

Open on Google Maps

Working Hours

  • Tuesday: 11:30 AM to 9 PM
  • Wednesday: 11:30 AM to 9 PM
  • Thursday: 11:30 AM to 10 PM
  • Friday: 11:30 AM to 2 AM
  • Saturday: 11:30 AM to 2 AM
  • Sunday: 11:30 AM to 5 PM
  • Monday: 11:30 AM to 9 PM

Featured Reviews


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  • 5/5 Sydnie H. 1 year ago on Google
    Central Records is my new favorite spot to grab an espresso and toast in the morning while hammering away at some action items. It also feeds my need to relax over a glass of natty wine and unwind with friends in the evening with live groovy tunes and community energy flowing. The icing on the cake is their eclectic and diverse vinyl selection, great for both the savvy underground collector and those just beginning their adventure into curating a collection. Even if you don't have a record player, this place will encourage you to buy one or at the very least become a regular to belly up over some olives and orange wine while enjoying the DJ spinning in the studio. Highly recommend stopping in next time you're on Roosevelt row!
    7 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Michael F. 1 year ago on Google
    This place has a very cool vibe. The DJs were incredible. I didn’t get any food but the place has a good, but limited beer election and a really good wine selection. Really affordable as well.
    7 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 G M. 10 months ago on Google
    Plenty of paid and free street parking available, card-only. This is easily one of the dopest spots in downtown Phoenix, boasting the ability to quench your thirst, satisfy your stomach, and tickle your ear drums...all at the same time. You can nab one of their natural wines (by the glass or bottle) or grab a delicious beer (lots of local options!) while Dana artistically assembles a delicious plate for you and you peruse the fantastic selection of vinyl they have. On top of all that, they brew delcious coffee and have an assortment of non-alcohokic options! Not sure what you're shopping for when it comes to the vinyl? Use the handy-dandy QR code on each album to be taken directly to the digital album so you can give it a listen. Furthermore, they offer up art and music magazines and books, both for purchase or browsing. Check out their weekly wine/media/dinner specials and swing by at night for their ever-rotating DJ sets. HIGHLY recommended!
    6 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 brian p. 1 year ago on Google
    I've been looking forward to the opening of this store. Jake and his team did an excellent job. Reminds me of some of the record store/cafes I visited in Tokyo. Lunch was very tasty. Plenty variety of genres of wax to be had. Affordable prices, I came out with 11 records.
    5 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Trinity Harrison C. 1 year ago on Google
    So glad I went to check out this brand new spot. I highly recommend! Service was great, bar staff cleaning up regularly, resetting chairs and tables even asking how we were doing. A lot of great record finds as well. The best part was that it wasn’t overly crowded, allowed you to be able to look through everything. I would’ve love some more signage or organization to the collections, but the experience overall was great. Definitely worth checking out.
    4 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Erika E. 1 year ago on Google
    As an AZ native, I’ve been waiting for us to have a space like this open up. Perfectly curated and you will have a fantastic time any time of day. Whether you’re working fans enjoying a cup of coffee or hanging out with friends on a Friday night with the DJ playing and sipping some natty wine. Impeccable. I’m obsessed, can you tell?
    4 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Jim D. 1 year ago on Google
    I stumbled upon this place by accident on my way back to my hotel the other night. I didn't eat or drink anything, but I got some great vinyl. I think it's a great concept having records for sale in a cool place to hang. They also have a studio with a live DJ spinning most of the time. They also stream all of their sets online so you don't even have to go there to enjoy the music. A great little shop that I truly enjoyed digging in. I look forward to dropping in again the next time I'm in town!
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Carlee B. 1 year ago on Google
    stopped in after a full day of exploring to have a glass of wine before I called it a night. immediately made a friend at the bar and we shared some tasty orange wine. i was close to talking myself into just going home, but super glad I decided against it. the staff was great and checked to see how we were doing often. my friend ordered some food that looked delicious, but I didn’t have any.
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 Daniel P. 1 year ago on Google
    I went to Central Records on Sunday to check it out. The vibe was great and I really enjoyed the set-up. While there, I was able to do some vinyl digging and ended up purchasing six records. I went home to play them and found, to my dismay, that 3 out of the 6 had very noticeable skips and distortions. After checking their Instagram and my receipt, I saw no information on what the policy is when there are issues with the records. I waited until they opened back up today on Wednesday to return the records for either my money back or store credit. The gentleman manning the bar told me that I wasn’t able to return them and pointed out that the prices of the records were “based on the issue(s) with them” even though there weren’t any notes on the records that would have indicated that there would be any issues with them. Also, there was no signage inside the store about return policies or that there were listening stations where I could test them out before purchasing them, which I would have gladly done. **UPDATE** An associate of Central Records reached out to me and we agreed to meet to look at the records. He tested them out and even took the time to clean them; he was very understanding and professional as I was telling him each of the flaws that I found. One of the records particularly stood out as having some loud distortions and he agreed to refund me fully for it, which I was very pleased with. I think that the business would avoid issues in the future by having their refund policy stated on their receipts or if there was signage that would indicate what their policy is and that there is an option to test out the records on site before purchase. Another thing that I would recommend is listing the flaws (if there are any) on the packaging. It’s understood that the price is justified based on the flaws of the record but the customer would have to figure out what the flaws are post-purchase.
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Alana T. 6 months ago on Google
    Great food, affordable and delicious wines, and the music is always amazing. I love this laid back space. One of my favorite date night spots and a great place to hang with friends!
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 TJ S. 1 year ago on Google
    Great spot with a very aesthetically pleasing atmosphere. Super good food and an awesome selection of delicious natural wines. Will (as well as the rest of the CR crew) was very knowledgeable and able to make some great recommendations. The live DJ was playing some great music over their incredible sound system. Oh and did I mention their huge variety of beautiful records? 10/10 will go back.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Kyle T. 8 months ago on Google
    My goodness it's been a long time since Ive enjoyed a place so much. Monday nights are open deck for vinyl and cdj. Great beer selection. Natural wines. Employees are great. Everything is great, excellent record selection. Check it out
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Katelyn Harris L. 4 months ago on Google
    In a new world where Roosevelt Row bars have long lines to get in on the weekends, this place is a gem. Top points for atmosphere, service, cocktails & reasonable prices. Great place for a date night. We'll be back to try the food!
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 3/5 Gabby R. 1 year ago on Google
    Loved the vibes here! Very quiet and calm, a great place to study or read a nice book in peace. The customer service was great, he was very sweet and helpful. We ordered a Cafe Latte, they were mid. The cup was halfway filled, not sure if that's how its supposed to be. Definitely will come back and try some of the food and other drinks though!

  • 1/5 Brianna G. 3 months ago on Google New
    Giving one star is more generous than needed. Why you ask - rude people, dirty place, blah food. Save your money and time and go elsewhere. There are so many great places in downtown Phoenix, and Central Records is not one of them. Hard pass and spread the word. You're welcome.


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Amenities


  • Pets
    • ✓️ Dogs allowed
    • ✓️ Dogs allowed inside
    • ✓️ Dogs allowed outside
  • Payments
    • ✓️ Debit cards
    • ✓️ Credit cards
  • Offerings
    • ✓️ Beer
    • ✓️ Wine
    • ✓️ Coffee
    • ✓️ Alcohol
    • ✓️ Cocktails
    • ✓️ Quick bite
    • ✓️ Hard liquor
    • ✓️ Small plates
    • ✓️ Vegan options
    • ✓️ Late-night food
    • ✓️ Vegetarian options
  • Popular for
    • ✓️ Lunch
    • ✓️ Dinner
    • ✓️ Solo dining
  • Accessibility
    • ✓️ Wheelchair accessible seating
    • ✓️ Wheelchair accessible entrance
    • ✓️ Wheelchair accessible restroom
    • ✓️ Wheelchair accessible parking lot
  • Dining options
    • ✓️ Dinner
    • ✓️ Seating
    • ✓️ Counter service
  • Service options
    • ✓️ Dine-in
    • ✗ Delivery
  • From the business
    • ✓️ Identifies as veteran-owned
    • ✓️ Identifies as disabled-owned

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