Central Market

Bryan & Sarah Scribner

2024-04

Oh my soul! This is something everyone must witness to believe. If this is your local grocery store you don’t know how fortunate you are. Been, and lived, in many locals now and nothing comes close to this experience. Clearly the best grocery store bar none. Brain and belly overload, clean throughout even while busy, friendly and knowledgeable staff in every department, and leaves you in a sort of euphoria rarely achieved. Central Market definitely set the proverbial bar extremely high. Keep up the great work!

Axel

2024-04

Central Market is just the best supermarket, this location in the heart of Texas! Is a foodie paradise that never disappoints. With its vast selection of fresh produce, artisanal products, and gourmet treats, Central Market elevates grocery shopping to a whole new level. Whether you're searching for exotic ingredients for a culinary adventure or simply stocking up on everyday essentials, this supermarket has you covered. The vibrant atmosphere and knowledgeable staff add to the shopping experience, making each visit a pleasure. From the bustling bakery to the expansive cheese section, Central Market is a must-visit destination for anyone passionate about food.

Francisco Leung

2024-03

I came here for lunch at the Cafe and made my own salad. The salad ingredients were so fresh and there were so many options to choose from. There's also a sandwich line and tons of ready-to-eat choices for pastas, meats, salads, BBQ, rice, and more. There's a nice sushi section and different types of coffee. It was actually a bit overwhelming for my first visit to see how much food there was. Plenty of seating inside, outside, and upstairs by their cooking school.

BRITNEY HAMILTON

2024-04

Dyllon from the seafood department is amazing! He tells me recipes on how to prepare some of the best seafood. Stop by and see him bc he seems to enjoy educating others on how to cook. He has excellent taste and I appreciate the tips!

Bacon Bandit

2024-03

Beautiful produce, meat market, bakery, and fine charcuterie market. Everything looks very fresh.

Shelby-lyn Scarlett

2023-08

I don’t have a Central Market by my house but I do have an H‑E‑B . I love both but when it comes to healthy foods , supplements, vitamins, skincare , hair products,candles and also adorable birthday cards by Papyrus , CM never fails . Their products are pricier than your average store but I’d say it’s definitely worth it , I lose track of time when I’m shopping in there . They had some of my favorite bath salts and sugar scrubs today .It wasn’t too busy today which was a nice surprise for a Saturday afternoon. Highly recommend y’all check out Central Market off of Hulen in Fort Worth! ❤️

Karl W

2024-01

I found Central Market to be a shopping adventure. There are so many items you don't find at most grocery stores. It's set up like an Ikea with a Discovery path thru the store. It has a great meat and fish market. I picked up some delicious muffins from the bakery. Some of the basics are a little spendy. The prepared foods look scrumptious. I'm sure I'll be back.

Elizabeth A. Howard

2024-01

I will not preorder any holiday meals with central market again. This was my first time ordering a holiday meal. We purchased one meat and two vegetables dishes. With no advance notice the store did not have one of the vegetable dishes I ordered. The store did offer to substitute a potato side, but the majority of my guests cannot eat potatoes. Subbing a carb for a squash vegetable dish is not a good solution. I am disappointed. It would have been most helpful to have as much advance notice as possible.

melissa corona

2023-08

Central market is top notch in the world of groceries!!! I am always impressed by the quality of food and choices that are available. Customer service is the absolute best. And Hatch Chile fest is one of my favorite times of year!!!

Kimberly Ann Graham

2023-05

Wow! I was blown away! Visiting from the San Francisco Bay Area and decided to have a look. This place is Texas HUGE, every item is represented in any variety you can imagine. Stand out departments would be Fruits & Veg, an extensive meat counters, fresh artisanal bread of every imaginable kind. Every other area of the store was WELL stocked. If you can't find what you want here, you probably just need to ask. Pretty sure it's there.

Mrs. C

2023-11

Great fresh produce, fresh delicious breads, cakes, food and they have different types of foods 😋 😀 👌 both ready to eat or heat at home. On Saturday evening, they have outside live entertainment.

Naomi Baxter

2024-03

Lord please help this place I just bought a salad from the salad bar on Saturday and got food poisoning. When I tell you I have been so sick 🤢 I called the hospital and Jesus Christ for help, I tell you y’all please 🙏🏾 be careful eating from this place salad bar I had to go on TikTok to see what I could do to rid myself from this horrible situation and I ended up taking Activated Charcoal what a relief for a bit but if this doesn’t work I will probably have to take antibiotics to kill the bacteria smh just remember my review next time your a a salad bar and God Bless.

T.J. Tarazevits

2023-05

Central Market is a delightful culinary experience.You are guided through each section of the store where every ingredient and item is fully stocked and presented in their best light.The produce section has an amazing number of optionsThe butcher is packed with every kind of cut imaginable and the bulk goods section lets you choose the perfect amount for your recipe.The bakery and tortilleria are making fresh breads daily and the hot bar has ready to go sides for your next meal.

Stephanie O'Callaghan

2023-05

Wow…can’t believe it’s taken me this long to go to a Central Market! As one of my friends said, it’s magical. I felt aww struck by all the options… so many cool finds , was hard not to buy the whole store haha. The produce looked so good and fresh, the prices were pretty good I thought, esp the central market brand. After leaving NY State and badly missing Wegmans, Central Market definitely fills that hole!Made a delicious dinner tonight from my haul today!

Jeremias

2023-05

Central market….Met up with a woman here once for a date.Told her to dress up, be ready to eat and to dance. When we arrived and walked through the fresh entrance right into the veggie section she asked, “… did you really bring me to a grocery store for a date?”I knew right then it wasn’t going to work out between us.She didn’t get it.She failed that test.Didn’t waste my time, left her in the bread section to enjoy the free samples.Got my beer and went to the patio to enjoy the live music with everyone else. Had a great time.Okay so central market….So many perks and if someone paid me I’d write them all down. But here are the ones most important to me.The beer, wine, cheese, coffee, peanut butter, dip, olive, sparkling water, kombucha, bread, pastry, and fresh food selection is essentially endless. Every department has a specialist who custom orders the items for their respective section of the store.You can make suggestions to the beer guy/gal or cheese guy/gal and expect to see your desired item there on the shelves the following month.The beer & wine.You can grab individual bottles of beer (or wine) from the packs and happily drink anything you buy on the patio or take everything home to enjoy. If you like dark milk stouts look no further than Dragon’s milk. You and your friends will all thank me later. They all do.If you choose to study, there is a clandestine area upstairs with tables and CM welcomes patrons to occupy this space. It’s right next to the huge glass classroom used for cooking classes. See photos for more deats.Do not ! I repeat do not ! … Miss out on the SEASONAL hatch green chili soup (photo included), every bit is worth the cost. The pozole isn’t to shabby for a Mexican’s standards.That’s all I haveMessage me for more protips at this location.It’s a girlfriend/partner litmus test!

Falon Michalczyk

2024-04

This grocery store is amazing, but specifically Megan in the floral department is truly a joy. She’s helped me with several floral arrangements, always answers my questions. Every employee is always so nice

Catherine Abubakar Sadick

2024-04

Love, Love, Love it!!!! All the different fresh and natural foods. Pretty good prices. Everything you can think of is there. Freshly baked and cooked. Going back!!!

Chelsea Stilwell

2023-05

I came here today for the gingerbread making class and this was my first time at this Central Market location and I think it’s so neat they have an upstairs dedicated to a cooking school and seating area for people to enjoy. The women hosting the event were so kind and helpful towards making this experience relaxing and festive. Now I have something to admire in my home for this Christmas season. Thank you for this opportunity!

Eric Degen

2023-08

updated review from chilifest 2023 - it's the full Central market experienced clean properly staffed fully stocked and during chilifest featuring a full array of fantastic hatch chile options this is unquestionably the nicest grocery store in the DFW area and features and incredible array of specialty items especially with a focus on seasonal events like the hatch chile festival.

Dayana Lopez (Yani Soul Store)

2023-06

Welcome to the Central Market in Dallas Fort Worth! Located in the heart of the city, Central Market is a vibrant and bustling marketplace that offers an extraordinary shopping experience for food enthusiasts and culinary explorers alike.As you step into Central Market, you'll be greeted by an enchanting ambiance filled with enticing aromas and a feast for the eyes. The market showcases a vast array of fresh produce, specialty ingredients, and gourmet products sourced from local farmers, artisans, and international suppliers.Wander through the aisles and discover a wide selection of seasonal fruits and vegetables, hand-picked to ensure the highest quality and freshness. From exotic spices and herbs to artisanal cheeses, charcuterie, and freshly baked bread, Central Market is a paradise for those seeking unique and hard-to-find ingredients.For food lovers, the market features an impressive assortment of culinary delights. Whether you're craving international cuisine or regional specialties, you'll find an impressive selection of prepared meals, ready-to-eat dishes, and gourmet delicacies. From sushi and dim sum to wood-fired pizzas and gourmet burgers, Central Market caters to all taste buds.Aside from the incredible selection of food, Central Market also hosts regular cooking classes, food demonstrations, and tasting events. These provide an opportunity for customers to learn new culinary techniques, interact with local chefs, and expand their culinary repertoire.To complement your culinary journey, Central Market boasts an extensive collection of wines, craft beers, and artisanal spirits. Whether you're a connoisseur or a novice, the knowledgeable staff is always on hand to assist you in finding the perfect pairing for your meal or celebration.Central Market is not just a place to shop; it's a community hub where people gather, connect, and share their passion for food. With its welcoming atmosphere, lively events, and exceptional customer service, Central Market invites you to explore the world of flavors, discover new tastes, and elevate your culinary experiences.Come and immerse yourself in the vibrant ambiance of Central Market in Dallas Fort Worth, where culinary inspiration meets exceptional quality, and every visit is a memorable gastronomic adventure.

Derek Resmini (TxSuperProducer)

2024-04

Tons of produce, awesome floral selection, huge selection of coffee which I love, always get my spices here, I could go on and on and on but you probably already know. Also a big fan of the live music they will do out on the patio, good times.

A B

2024-02

Always love visiting here. Good food, great prices and friendly staff. Occasionally a weird smell on aisle 6. But it could Old Mrs. McCartney who I frequently seem to cross paths with in aisle 6. Weird. I Know.

Denise

2023-05

OMG. This place was an absolute mind shock. It’s bougie, so are the prices, and I’m in love. If you’re looking for cheap bulk food this is NOT the place for you. They have an entire cheese wall featuring cheeses from over 35 countries, handmade fresh bread, artisan muffins, hand made to order pasta. They have a unit with mushrooms you can pick off a damn rock- like indoor foraging. There Olive bar is a quarter of a mile long . Everything is organic, homegrown, grass fed- yadda yadda yadda. My favorite was the refillable dried food area. They have cooking classes and ready made food to pick up. If I could afford it I would set up a tent and live in here forever.

Theodore Pickens

2024-04

There food, meat and produce selections are excellent. They stock interesting choices that are a step above other stores. One of my favorite places to go!

Nani

2023-07

Sampling event was organized and started on time. I enjoyed the selection of food and beverages served by staff. The 4 stars is due to the older woman who was sampling becker red wine around 3:30pm. She was unprofessional when it came to serving wine to certain individuals. Everyone else I encounter was professional and made sure everyone enjoyed themselves. There was 6 items on the list that I really enjoyed. Numbers 4, 8, 13 are my top three choices. I circled my favorite 6 on the sampling handout. Many individuals thought the wagyu itself would be included in the sampling event. I finally found it sold as a meal outside for $10.

Katy Hough

2024-02

I am not knowledgeable about wine at all and find the selection very overwhelming. Eric in the wine department was so helpful and helped me pick out 3 wines that my husband and I really loved. I will definitely ask for him the next time I go back!

Tanya Tilley

2024-01

Fresh produce and great variety.Great variety of meats and seafood.Bakery is the best.The best variety of cheese.Products from other countries.Food bar has awesome healthy options.Life goal to shop there regularly ❣️

Donald E

2024-03

I love Central Market more than anything else not related to my friends and family. They literally have employees that are “certified foodies.” It’s not a store for everyone at all. If you want to make hamburger helper, skip this place and go to HEB or (ugh) Walmart. If you are a hopeless romantic about food, and want a level of service that transcends what any store should, welcome home.Every good quality of this place starts from the bottom up. The difference between my local HEB and the 20 minute one way trip to Central Market is minimal in some areas. However, everything is up one level. It’s like going from Walmart to HEB. Going to Central Market from HEB is the same step… sort of. Not as drastic though. There isn’t actual websites about people from HEB, and I haven’t seen HEB on WSHH. But, I digress. The green onions are snappier, the garlic is fresher, they actually have things like breakfast radishes, and other small details as having any temperature sensitive produce actually packed in ice.The meat and seafood department has an extraordinary selection. I may be a simple person, but I found out that there are more than one type of edible oyster from a trip to Central Market. The prices of the meat are a little higher than desired, but you are paying a bit more for the service side. Every employee almost seems hand picked to be where they are. The seafood people really actually know what the gender of a lobster does to its flavor. The butchers can actually see the CORRECT label of quality of meat.The bakers actually seem to love their jobs, the manager is almost nutty levels of loving his craft. The guy made little flowers and designs with the bread! It’s art. Side story, (I truly love and cherish my daughter - 17) my daughter asked the bakery attendant what bread was best for a sandwich… I of course saw the ridiculous humor that she didn’t mean to portray, but the person behind the counter actually made a full effort to serve the question as best they could. I make fun of her often for that one, but it still tells a story about how much this place actually does to be comforting to the shoppers.The spices available would make a trader on the Silk Road die of jealousy. The amount of variations of per pound dried goods is mind numbing. I don’t drink coffee or tea, but they have so many varieties, and those aisles smell amazing. Strange candies that would make Wonka jealous, water variety that hydrohomies would go nuts over, and every niche canned food you could imagine.The alcohol section is simply put, a glut. They have people who actually can listen and learn what you want and can pair drinks depending on the items you have in your cart. You tell them that you are making a Niçoise salad, but instead of wine you would like a beer or sparkling wine… they will think and present options. They even go as far as letting you taste test. I never want to abuse that option, but it’s still there. They have growler services even!The deli is spectacular. The Mediterranean lamb is the best meat I have eaten. So, one day after trying the lamb a visit before, I asked the cheese guy (yes, they have a cheese guy) what would be best for my imagined sandwich (basic bread, lamb, tapenade, butter lettuce for crunch, grey poupon, and some thin sliced red onion). I told him that I didn’t want anything too creamy or anything that would either overpower or get lost in the sandwich. He proposed a black pepper white cheddar that had a good and dry funk to it. I tried a piece, and he not only took the very hard to slice piece that was left, but got it perfectly sliced to what I would want.To end this, I once actually had a less than perfect time once. The deli counter person accidentally skipped me (for shame!). I didn’t mind, it was Sunday. But, another deli person saw this, and gave me a huge discount for the perceived transgression. I didn’t need it, and I wouldn’t have cared if it didn’t happen. But, it’s just those little things.There’s more to say, but I have reached my character limit.Love. This. Place.

Antonio Isais Jr

2024-01

Love Central Market it's the best with many options on what you are looking for. Love brings family and friends here from out of town

Bailey Taylor

2024-04

Ridiculously overpriced and layout is so narrow you get run over by other customers and employees constantly, who which apparently were born without manners. This place is basically a upper class heb. Not realistic for everyone. Only thing I liked was how clean it was