Featured Items
Spicy Vodka
Rigatoni in a spicy creamy tomato-vodka sauce with Calabrian chili peppers, guanciale (Italian cured pork jowl), Parmigiano Reggiano and fresh basil. Allergens: Dairy, Gluten, Pork$26.00Cacio e Pepe
Bucatini (a thick, hollow spaghetti-like noodle) tossed in a sauce of Pecorino Romano, freshly cracked and toasted black pepper, Green Pepper, White Pepper, and topped with Pink Pepper Allergens: Dairy, Gluten, and Nuts$22.00
Main Menu
Small Plates
Fried Calamari
Lightly breaded squid rings, fried golden and crispy, served with Calabrian chili aioli and house marinara. Allergens: Gluten, Shellfish, Soy$18.00Beef Meatballs
Three 4 oz beef and pork meatballs in house marinara, finished with shaved Parmesan. Allergens: Dairy, Gluten$21.00Mussels
Steamed fresh mussels with cherry tomatoes, leeks, and white wine, garnished with fried basil and served with grilled bread. Allergens: Shellfish, Gluten$16.00Burratta
Seasonal rotation Allergens: Dairy, Gluten$19.00Hamachi Crudo
Fresh yellowtail thinly sliced and dressed with orange ginger vinaigrette, topped with scallion relish, jalapeño, Calabrian chili hot sauce, and radish sprouts.$19.00Steak Tataki
Outpost 76 NY strip lightly seared and thinly sliced, served with soffritto, scallion relish, nori furikake, serrano pepper, and orange chili ponzu. Allergens: Soy, Gluten, Allium$28.00Fried Rice
U10 premium shrimp (fewer than 10 per pound — very large) served over house-made fried rice, topped with tamagoyaki (Japanese rolled omelet), nori furikake, and a soy sauce glaze. Allergens: Shellfish, Soy, Egg, Gluten$24.00Fried Ravioli
House-made ravioli filled with mushroom and ricotta, fried golden and served with garlic Parmigiano bread crumbs and house marinara. Allergens: Dairy, Gluten, Egg$17.00
Soup & Salads
Caesar Salad
Romaine, house Caesar dressing (contains anchovies), croutons. Allergens: Dairy, Gluten, Seafood (anchovies)$9.00+Jalepeno Soup
A velvety, blended soup of roasted jalapeños, poblano peppers, and fresh cilantro. Rich and creamy with a gentle heat. Allergens: Dairy$8.00Greek Salad
Romaine, feta, cherry tomatoes, Kalamata olives, cucumbers, bell peppers, lemon caper vinaigrette. Allergens: Dairy (feta)$10.00+Wedge Salad
Iceberg wedge, bacon, cherry tomatoes, spiced walnuts, blue cheese crumbles, and blue cheese dressing. Allergens: Dairy, Nuts (walnuts), Pork$10.00+Watermelon salad
Compressed watermelon with feta cheese, fresh mint, pine nut pesto, Marcona almonds, and lime juice. Allergens: Dairy, Tree Nuts (pine nuts, Marcona almonds)$19.00
Homemade Pastas
Cacio e Pepe
Bucatini (a thick, hollow spaghetti-like noodle) tossed in a sauce of Pecorino Romano, freshly cracked and toasted black pepper, Green Pepper, White Pepper, and topped with Pink Pepper Allergens: Dairy, Gluten, and Nuts$22.00Bolognesse
Bell-shaped campanelle pasta in a slow-cooked ragù of lamb, beef, and pork with soffritto (onion, carrot, celery) and Parmigiano Reggiano. Allergens: Dairy, Gluten$26.00Agnolotti
Hand-pinched stuffed pasta (ricotta and Pecorino Romano filling) in a lemon butter sauce with Fresh peas and asparagus. Allergens: Dairy, Gluten$24.00Spaghetti Marinara
$12.00Chicken Parm
Hand-breaded crispy chicken breast with house marinara, melted mozzarella and Parmigiano, served over spaghetti in pomodoro sauce with fresh basil and basil oil. Allergens: Dairy, Gluten$28.00Spicy Vodka
Rigatoni in a spicy creamy tomato-vodka sauce with Calabrian chili peppers, guanciale (Italian cured pork jowl), Parmigiano Reggiano and fresh basil. Allergens: Dairy, Gluten, Pork$26.00Pasta Primavera
$24.00Pansotti
Aged cured beef tenderloin and ricotta cheese filling in fresh pasta, served with pine nut mint pesto. Allergens: Dairy, Gluten, Tree Nuts (pine nuts)$28.00
Entrées
Pork Chop
Pork tenderloin with house-made apple sauce and lemon grilled asparagus.$32.00Steak Frites
100% Texas Black Angus steak with a crushed peppercorn crust (Au Poivre), served with a cognac/brandy cream sauce and Parmigiano fries. Allergens: Dairy, Gluten$45.00Filet
8 oz Texas Black Angus filet mignon — the most tender cut of beef, from the smaller end of the tenderloin. Served with roasted fingerling potatoes and grilled broccolini.$59.00Salmon
8 oz pan-seared Bay of Fundy salmon with roasted fingerling potatoes and lemon grilled asparagus. Allergens: Seafood, Dairy$32.00Chicken Orzo
Grilled airline chicken breast over orzo pasta with whipped feta, cherry tomatoes, extra-virgin olive oil, and fresh dill. Allergens: Dairy, Gluten$28.00Prime 12 Oz Strip
12 oz prime-grade 100% Black Angus NY strip. Served à la carte — no sides included.$58.00Market fish
Rotating fresh fish, currently served in a Thai curry nage with roasted cauliflower and toasted cashews. Allergens: Seafood, Nuts (cashews)$49.00Chicken Paillard
Pounded pan-fried chicken breast with arugula and tomato salad, lemon caper vinaigrette, and Parmesan cheese. Allergens: Dairy, Gluten$28.00
Sides
Parmesan Fries
Thin-cut crispy fries, shaved Parmigiano Reggiano$8.00Broccolini
Broccolini, roasted garlic aioli, shaved Parmigiano$9.00Wild Mushrooms
Mixed mushrooms, butter, garlic, shallots, thyme$13.00Asparagus
Fresh asparagus, bright lemon$10.00Side Orzo
Rice-shaped orzo with fresh herbs$8.00Side Potatoes
$7.00Cauliflower
Roasted cauliflower, whipped feta, Calabrian chili hot sauce$12.00Side Beef Meatballs
Two 4 oz beef & pork meatballs$10.00Side Chicken
8oz Airline chicken breast$10.00Side Shrimp
3 U10 Premium Shrimp$15.00Side Strip
Outpost 76 Strip 4oz New York Strip$14.00Side Salmon
4oz Bay of Fundy Salmon$14.00
Lunch Menu
Burger & Sandwiches
Centro Burger
Two thin 4 oz beef patties smashed on the griddle, aged cheddar, sweet caramelized onions, house-made smash sauce, toasted brioche bun. Allergens: Dairy, Gluten, Egg$18.00Fish Tacos
Fresh market fish in soft tacos with crispy coleslaw, pickled Fresno peppers, Calabrian chili aioli, and fresh lime. Allergens: Seafood, Gluten, Dairy$26.00Chef's Panini
A rotating creation from Chef Gordy — filling changes based on seasonal ingredients. Always check with the kitchen for today’s preparation and allergens.$17.00Chicken & Pickle
Crispy Korean fried chicken or grilled chicken, romaine, crunchy pickles, ranch dressing, soft tortilla. Allergens: Gluten, Dairy, Egg$16.00Chicken Salad Sandwich
House-made chicken salad, butter lettuce, fresh tomato, sultanas (golden raisins), freshly baked focaccia. Allergens: Gluten, Dairy, Egg$16.00
Restaurant Week
Centro Wine Tasting
PARTY COCKTAILS
All hours
| Sunday | 11:00 am - 8:45 pm |
| Monday | 11:00 am - 8:45 pm |
| Tuesday | 11:00 am - 8:45 pm |
| Wednesday | 11:00 am - 8:45 pm |
| Thursday | 11:00 am - 8:45 pm |
| Friday | 11:00 am - 5:15 pm |
| Saturday | 11:00 am - 5:15 pm |
Restaurant info
Centro on the Square promises an exceptional dining experience with a historical setting, featuring standout starters, fresh seafood, locally raised steaks, and most importantly house-made pasta. It will offer a comprehensive cocktail program and attentive service. Located in a 100-year-old building, Centro blends historic charm with modern touches.
Location
112 East Louisiana Street, Suite A., McKinney, TX 75069