Cafe Fresco - Center City
Order delivery or takeout
Takeout
(717) 236-2599Delivery
Additional information
- Dining style
Casual Elegant
- Cuisines
Fusion / Eclectic, American, Contemporary Asian
- Hours of operation
Breakfast
Mon–Fri 6:30 am–11:00 am
Lunch
Mon–Fri 11:00 am–4:00 pm
Dinner
Mon–Thu 4:00 pm–10:00 pm
Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–11:00 pm - Phone number
(717) 236-2599
- Website
- Payment options
AMEX, Discover, MasterCard, Visa
- Dress code
Business Casual
- Executive chef
Travis Mumma
- Catering
Local catering is available for breakfast and lunch for groups of ten or more. Pick up and delivery options are available.
- Private party facilities
Cafe Fresco's Level 2 lounge offers countless options for events of all sizes and styles. Whether you're planning a fundraiser, business function, reception, or rehearsal, we have the space and menu options to meet your needs.
Enjoy the quality and food of Café Fresco Center City in an upscale, modern space. - Private party contact
Brian Fertenbaugh: (717) 236-6600
- Neighborhood
Harrisburg
- Cross street
Locust Street
- Parking details
An easily accessible, multi-level parking lot is located directly across the street from the restaurant. Rates vary, depending on dates and times. Street parking is also available with discounted rates between the hours of 11AM - 2PM and 5PM - 7PM. Metered parking ends at 7PM. Park in the River Street Garage across the street for only $5, every weekday after 5PM. <br /><br />
- Entertainment
Cafe Fresco infuses chic decor with trendy music, creating the perfect setting for your dining experience. After dinner, step upstairs to Level 2 where the hottest DJs from the East Coast lay down the tracks for the ultimate VIP experience.
Level 2 is also available for private events, large group dinners, and meetings. Enjoy the quality and food of Café Fresco Center City in an upscale, modern space. - Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cafe, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Dancing, Entertainment, Full Bar, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Outdoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
Popular dishes
Menu
Served Monday through Thursday 4pm - 10pm, Friday & Saturday 4pm - 11pm | Limited Menu Until Midnight
Small Plates
Cold
Spicy Tuna Tartare$13.00
Sriracha Mayo, Avocado, Yuzu Oil
Edamame Hummus$10.00
Toasted Sesame, Warm Flatbread
Sake Salmon Bruschetta$11.00
House Cured Lox, Pickled Ginger Cream Cheese, Red Onion, Tomato, Dill, Cucumber, Arugula
Asian Caesar$10.00
Spicy Cashews, Crispy Wonton, Parmesan
Fresco Chopped Salad$10.00
Avocado, Tomato, Cucumber, Egg, Red Onion, Dried Cranberries, Gorgonzola, Honey-White Balsamic Vinaigrette
Pear & Arugula Salad$10.00
Cherry Tomatoes, Red Onion, Bacon, Pear, Honey Roasted Walnuts, Ginger-Bleu Cheese Dressing
Hot
Wagyu Lollipops$15.00
Red Pepper-Horseradish Aioli, Shaved Jalapeño, Cilantro Oil
Petite Panko Crab Cakes$15.00
Sautéed Spinach, Roasted Tomato, Bacon, Creamy White Miso
Sesame Seared Sea Scallops$13.00
Snow Peas, Water Chestnuts, Red Pepper, Cider-Soy Reduction
Szechuan Shrimp$13.00
Buffalo Style, Ginger-Bleu Cheese Dressing
Mahi Soft Tacos$13.00
Honey-Chipolte Aioli, Red Cabbage
Wagyu Sliders$13.00
Locally Sourced Wagyu Beef, Hoisin, Caramelized Onion Mayo
Szechuan Calamari$13.00
Flash Fried, Thai Basil, Sriracha Mayo
Thai Lettuce Wraps$12.00
Bibb Lettuce, Sprouts, Carrots, Scallions, Peanut & Sweet Chili Soy Sauces, Choice Of Chicken, Tofu, Or Spicy Shrimp
Karaage$12.00
Japanese Fried Chicken, Honey-Sriracha, Grilled Scallion, Ginger-Bleu Cheese Dressing
Crispy Brussel Sprouts$8.00
Wasabi Honey Mustard, Bacon, Gorgonzola, Crispy Shallots
Roasted Crab Dip$13.00
Baby Spinach, Sun-Dried Tomatoes, Three Cheese, Buttered Panko
Edamame Pods$8.00
Sea Salt, Ginger, Saké
Dim Sum
Sweet & Spicy Crab Rangoon$13.00
Jalapeño, Cream Cheese, Pickled Ginger, Spicy Sweet & Sour
Crispy Pork Spring Rolls$12.00
Szechuan Dipping Sauce
Chicken Dumplings$11.00
Sesame-Soy Dipping Sauce
Mushroom Potstickers$11.00
Toasted Sesame, Ponzu Shoyu
Spicy Shrimp Bao Bun$10.00
Asian Slaw, Jalapeño
Sides
Carbonara Risotto$7.00
Redskin Garlic Smashed Potatoes$6.00
Wasabi Whipped Potatoes$6.00
Roasted Red Beet Risotto$7.00
Wok Seared Vegetables$6.00
Black Rice Risotto$7.00
Butternut Squash Risotto$7.00
Entrees
Meat
Marinated Filet Mignon$36.00
Redskin Garlic Smashed, Herb Demi, Wasabi Créme Fraîche, Crispy Brussel Sprouts
Grilled Kansas City Strip$33.00
Crispy Yukon Wedges, Herb Demi, Truffle Aioli
Mongolian Glazed Short Rib$30.00
Roasted Red Beet Risotto, Caramelized Onion, Sautéed Mushroom, Gorgonzola
Tea Smoked Duck Breast$29.00
Chorizo & Cranberry Fried Rice, Cider-Soy Reduction
Pork Tonkatsu$26.00
Panko Encrusted, Carbonara Risotto, Creamy Shiitake Brown Sauce
Fish
Chilean Sea Bass$33.00
Chili-Soy Glazed, Sesame-Soy Soba Noodles, Creamy Miso
Jumbo Lump Crabcake$31.00
Yukon Home Fries, Bacon, Roasted Corn, Roasted Red Peppers, Edamame, Red Pepper-Horseradish Aioli
Sesame Seared Ahi Tuna$30.00
Garlic Seared Vegetables, Thai Lemon-Soy Aioli, Ginger-Jasmine Rice
Honey Miso Sea Scallops$30.00
Butternut Squash Risotto, Honey Roasted Walnuts, Arugula, Five Spice Candied Bacon
Sriracha Panko Salmon$27.00
Black Rice Risotto, Yuzu-Dill Créme Fraîche
Noodles & Rice
Lobster Fried Rice$28.00
Chorizo, Roasted Corn, Roasted Red Pepper, Saffron, Sunny Side Up Egg, Cilantro
Filet Lo Mein$27.00
Wok Seared Vegetables, Chinese Brown Sauce, Toasted Sesame Seeds, Thai Basil
Cashew Chicken & Broccoli$22.00
Ginger-Jasmine Rice, Chinese Brown Sauce
Red Curry Peanut Chicken$24.00
Coconut Cream, Wok Seared Vegetables, Ginger-Jasmine Rice, Toasted Peanut
Pad Thai
Rice Noodles, Stir-Fried Vegetables, Egg, Scallion, Peanuts
Tofu or Chicken$20.00
Shrimp$22.00
Sandwiches
Wagyu Swiss Burger$16.00
Locally Sourced Wagyu Beef, Marinated Shiitake Mushrooms, Caramelized Onion Mayo, Fries
Grilled Portabella$13.00
Marinated Portabella, Roasted Red Pepper, Fresh Mozzarella, Spinach, Rosemary Mayo, Ciabatta Roll, Fries
Panko Chicken Bahn MI$12.00
Crisp Vegetables, Szechuan Mayo, Toasted Baguette, Fries
Beef Bahn MI$12.00
Korean Bulgogi Beef, Crispy Vegetables, Szechuan Mayo, Toasted Baguette, Fries
Cajun Salmon Caesar Wrap$12.00
Whole Wheat Wrap, Crispy Wonton, Shredded Parmesan, Fries
Pizzas
Traditional Cheese$9.00
Mozzarella Cheese & Tomato Sauce
Pepperoni$10.00
Mozzarella Cheese, Tomato Sauce, Pepperoni
Seafood$13.00
Fresh Garlic, Sautéed Shrimp, Lump Crab, Mozzarella Cheese
Barbecue Chicken$12.00
Red Onion, Mozzarella Cheese, Cilantro
Basil Pizza$11.00
Fresh Mozzarella Cheese, Fresh Basil & Spicy Tomato Sauce
What 617 people are saying
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- 4.8Food
- 4.8Service
- 4.6Ambience
- 4.5Value
Noise • Moderate
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Neighborhood Gem
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FAQs
Cafe Fresco - Center City does offer delivery in partnership with Chow Now. Cafe Fresco - Center City also offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (717) 236-2599.
Cafe Fresco - Center City is rated 4.8 stars by 617 OpenTable diners.
Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.
Make a reservation
Order delivery or takeout
Takeout
(717) 236-2599Delivery
215 N 2nd Street Harrisburg, PA 17101
Additional information
- Cross street
Locust Street
- Neighborhood
Harrisburg
- Hours of operation
Breakfast
Mon–Fri 6:30 am–11:00 am
Lunch
Mon–Fri 11:00 am–4:00 pm
Dinner
Mon–Thu 4:00 pm–10:00 pm
Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–11:00 pm - Cuisines
Fusion / Eclectic, American, Contemporary Asian
- Dining style
Casual Elegant
- Dress code
Business Casual
- Parking details
An easily accessible, multi-level parking lot is located directly across the street from the restaurant. Rates vary, depending on dates and times. Street parking is also available with discounted rates between the hours of 11AM - 2PM and 5PM - 7PM. Metered parking ends at 7PM. Park in the River Street Garage across the street for only $5, every weekday after 5PM. <br /><br />
- Payment options
AMEX, Discover, MasterCard, Visa
- Executive chef
Travis Mumma
- Entertainment
Cafe Fresco infuses chic decor with trendy music, creating the perfect setting for your dining experience. After dinner, step upstairs to Level 2 where the hottest DJs from the East Coast lay down the tracks for the ultimate VIP experience.
Level 2 is also available for private events, large group dinners, and meetings. Enjoy the quality and food of Café Fresco Center City in an upscale, modern space. - Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cafe, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Dancing, Entertainment, Full Bar, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Outdoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
- Website
- Phone number
(717) 236-2599
- Catering
Local catering is available for breakfast and lunch for groups of ten or more. Pick up and delivery options are available.
- Private party facilities
Cafe Fresco's Level 2 lounge offers countless options for events of all sizes and styles. Whether you're planning a fundraiser, business function, reception, or rehearsal, we have the space and menu options to meet your needs.
Enjoy the quality and food of Café Fresco Center City in an upscale, modern space. - Private party contact
Brian Fertenbaugh: (717) 236-6600