Had an amazing first visit to Caffe Central with our party of 4. Its first come first serve seating and was busy even on Monday afternoon, but they get food out so quickly that the turnover of tables is pretty quick. There's a huge variety and selection on the menu and all pretty hearty and healthy options. Our group got a mix of salad sandwiches and toast, and we were also pleased with our meals! The coffee and juices were also hit. And the staff is super friendly. My mother-in-law Even said the gluten-free bed was the best she's ever had. Such a gem in downtown Burlingame and can't wait to visit again to try more of the delicious menu

I came here for a late lunch with my 2 yo. They were definitely busy, but everything came pretty quickly. The servers were actually pretty attentive. We ordered a fruit tart, pear almond tart, blackberry salad, iced tea and the fajita bowl. I was pretty satisfied with the fajita bowl, but the tarts were an average. I'd like to return to see what else they've. They've a really large menu on the wall as well!

Café Central is one of my favorite cafes on Burlingame Avenue. Although it's typically crowded, it's worth the wait. Honestly, you won't wait long--they do a great job of bringing out your food quickly. I've tried a couple of items on their menu and will probably continue to experiment because everything I've tried so far is delicious. The one item I won't skip, though, is their Lemon Ricotta pancakes: fluffy, light, and the lemon ricotta is not overly sweet--just perfect. Rain or shine, I'm eating my meal on their deck because it's usually busy inside. Plus, the cafe can get quite loud, and with everyone talking, the noise tends to echo.

4/20/24 This is my first time visiting the Caffe Central in Burlingame. I have been to the Caffe Central in San Francisco since it's across the street from my work (Mission bay area). As usual, downtown Burlingame was busy so we had to park a few blocks away. It was a nice day so we managed to get outdoor seating with Coco. You order at the counter, you get a number and then find a table. Here's what we got: - corn chowder (mine) - chipotle bowl (his) We waited about 10 minutes for the food to come. I only got the corn chowder since at the time I was feeling sick with not much appetite. The corn chowder was creamy and delicious. The bread was too hard for me, so I gave that to Coco to munch on. Zach's chipotle bowl looked great. He said it tasted good too. I would definitely come back to try more of their menu.

Food was yummy and the staff was so friendly! We came on a weekend and it was pretty packed, but they were nice enough to clear a table for our party of 5 outside. And there was plenty shade and table space for all of us. The Iced Cuban Latte was also really yummy and nice sweet and milky. The sandwich was also ok, it was just fun. But I'm also not a crazy sandwich person. I absolutely loved their display of food though. All the desserts and baked goods looks so good! Great place to come for weekend brunch!

**Overall, 4.5 stars ** Food: 5 stars My girlfriends and I shared 3 dishes for a lighter lunch. Everything was fresh and delicious. We also peeked at other people's dishes, which also looked good! Service: 4 stars They staff moved fast to clean tables and bring out food, but in-between, we had to get up to get our own napkins, boxes for our leftovers, etc. They were so busy that customer attention was lacking. Ambiance: 4 stars It feels very European to sit at a table on the sidewalk for lunch, under a fabric awning, on a sunny day. However, the tables were so close together that we were all bumping into each other, and there was no privacy. My back was against the next table, and to get up, we had to push or pull furniture. My friend moved furniture to help the couple next to us get into their seats. It is a good thing to be helpful to each other, but for a cafe in downtown Burlingame, I'd expect there to be a little more comfort in sitting at a table, like removing one table/chairs set, so the others in that row could spread out a bit. Overall, I would recommend Caffe Central to friends and family, and I would return. Just get there early because you may have to wait awhile to get a good seat. And you may want to wear something easy to move around in because you'll probably need to move some furniture to get in and out of your table (if you sit outside).

Cute cafe with great food and drink options! I enjoyed the chicken pesto sandwich and an americano. Overall a nice spot to hang out with friends or read/study. Service was generally quick!

I stopped by this spot between two appointments since it was on my way and seemed perfect for a quick bite in a new location. It was very early in the morning, so I was surprised to see how busy it was. My original plan was to sit at a table, enjoy some food and coffee, and read for a bit. However, I ended up changing my mind and taking my order to-go because it was a bit chilly, and I figured I'd be more comfortable in my warm car. The staff member who served me was friendly, and the food I ordered was delicious. That said, I was surprised to be charged $1.50 for a to-go order, which I hadn't expected. They did have a lot of appetizing options, and I'd definitely try more from their menu in the future. However, I didn't feel like the place gave off a particularly welcoming vibe--at least, not to me.