Beloved downtown diner expands with new location on Pasadena Avenue
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Central Diner, the downtown St. Pete staple known for its no-frills breakfasts, oversized portions, and loyal following, has quietly expanded west.
The longtime neighborhood favorite, at 530 Central Avenue, has opened a second location at 2525 Pasadena Avenue South in the Village Plaza in South Pasadena.
The expansion is a big step for a spot that has been part of St. Pete’s food scene for almost fifty years.
Central Diner began in 1975 as Central Coffee Shoppe, opened by John and Chris Mangels.
Over the years it became a go-to eatery for downtown workers, long-time residents, and anyone craving a dependable plate of pancakes or corned beef hash.
Their daughters, Michelle, Cassie, and Nicole, took over the restaurant in 2004 and continued running it until 2018.
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