Centro GVL Eatery — Restaurant in Gainesville

Good stuff! Just what downtown Gainesville needed for a quick, flavorful meal. Portions are plentiful, affordable and SO fresh and, super fast if you only get 30 minutes for lunch!

I love how they make your bowls right in front of you, and heat up the burrito for your wrap when you order it. Everything was delicious and I love having healthier options that still taste great. Depending on your mood, you can choose a cold salad or a hot bowl, a cold wrap or a hot wrap with tons of toppings.

I had the steak bowl with broccoli the first time I visited and the chicken tinga bowl the second time. The tinga bowl has a little spice to it, and I got the creamy cilantro jalapeño dressing to make it a little spicier! The steak was tender and the broccoli had just the right amount of bite to it. Next time, I’m trying the shrimp bowl!

There is a solid amount of protein in these meals, with lots of juicy meat and well-seasoned beans. I’ve enjoyed both the white and brown rice and the meals left me full all day.

The decor is clean and modern. I appreciate that they have considered small details that make your meal feel a little fancier - like the funky gold cutlery when you dine in or fancy plastic-wear forks and spoons you receive if you take your food to go.

There has been room to sit inside even at 12:30 both times I’ve gone or you can dine al fresco beneath umbrellas out on Bradford Street.

I was so impressed after my first visit I took some new employees back here on their first day with us because I knew it would be good. Best part? It’s like a five minute walk from my office so I don’t even have to get in...

First visit was last month and for some reason, the outside looks like an art gallery. Maybe that’s just me, HA! They have salads, wraps and warm bowls. A variety of proteins and toppings to choose from. Vegan friendly, which is my fave!

Build your own bowl. Wild rice, romaine lettuce, black and pinto beans. Tofu for the protein (cooked fresh and was delectable!). 4 toppings are included. I chose chickpeas, cucumbers, beets and cabbage. Bought 2 additional - edamame and black olives. Chipotle dressing (it’s vegan!).

This bowl was perfect! You can they use fresh ingredients that are high quality. I love with places have vegan options that they take the time to make delicious. Tofu said it was seasoned, but it was way better than I thought it would be.

I will definitely be back. Super chill vibe, decently quiet and great customer service! They have feee wifi if you want to work while here or use it just because. Same owners as Consuelo, which is a few doors down. If you have not be en there yet, run now to dine in!

2nd visit - I was super excited because the first went soooo well! I knew immediately my tofu would be burnt. The guy cooked it at too high a temperature. Tofu is simple and I’m assuming it was pre-seasoned. The dish was still good but it was definitely noticeable.

Only notable thing was a group of women were playing some type of game and were pretty loud this visit. No issue as it was a gorgeous day and we ate outside. That would have been a bit annoying to me if...

I’ve came to dine at Consuelo multiple times and everything about the place satisfies me with every visit, on the way in and out I would always notice this spot with the similar aesthetic right next door called Centro, out of curiosity today I so happened to check it out and I was fascinated once again, they have bowls, salads, wraps and many vegan friendly options available, I personally had the Super Green Salad and was with every bite, unexpectedly the owner Abigail approached our table and greeted us delightfully and made sure we were taken care of, little did we know this spot is the sister restaurant of the delicious Consuelo we all know and love, this is a very clean and ambient place and all staff members were very friendly and happy to attend, will definitely be returning soon and I highly recommend to anyone who loves healthy yet delicious food, Thank you so much Abigail and the whole team for this wonderful meal and...