Walking through the curtain at the Centre Street Cafe, “that” feeling hit me. I knew I was going to like this place. With its low-lighting, pleasing jazz and friendly vibe, this casual find on Centre Street in JP is the kind of relaxed spot every town needs. The menu reads like a vegetarian, organic joint, but there is meat hidden here and there. I had a saboom, aka a riot of vegetables, seasoned w. garlic and ginger on a bed of lomein. Gourmet guy had chicken enchiladas, layered in a deep dish w/ much cheese. The food was great, but it was the feeling infused throughout that really nourished us. Waiters hugged diners, cracked jokes and treated everyone like a regular. For 20 years The CSC has been there for the lucky denizens of JP, giving them fresh and *LOCAL* meals. In the summer heirloom tomats and all kinds of crazy fresh produce hit the menu. We are coming back. I couldn’t help but think a place like this would fly in Lowell, even as causal rests. are closing. If you’ve got all the elements, like Centre Street you will do well. Total bill w/ wine and beer: $40.