Nice place , Good selection of food and have good wine. But it's a smoking establishment and it's really bothering me. read more

Downtown Grill - Steakhouses Near Me - Macon, Georgia

I wish I could give 0 stars ! I attended a birthday dinner on Saturday. Upon walking into the restaurant you walked through a cigar bar which was very smokey and a complete turn off. We were seated in the very back of the restaurant in a private room with only one server for a party of 16 people. Due to rain and no designated parking for their establishment we were about 15 mins late from walking 3 blocks to to the restaurant. The server seemed to be agitated from the start not sure if she was overwhelmed with the amount of people, or her own personal issues. She immediately took our drink and appetizers order. Once those were taken she left and didn't come back for over 25 mins. The host of the dinner had purchased a few whole bottles of wine and water prior to our arrival so we had that to hold us over until our personal drinks arrived from the bar. When the server brought out the drinks and appetizers she didn't bring out the orders correctly. Either she didn't put them all in the system or she placed too many of the wrong items. I had ordered the crab cakes and ginger ale that I never received. Which was fine since everyone that ordered them stated they needed to be cooked longer. Still with smiles on our faces we didn't allow that to ruin the night. It was then another 30 minutes before the server returned. Never once peeking her head in to check on us or see if we needed anything. When she finally came back she bought another server with her to help take the orders. We initially asked about placing to go orders in which they denied it and stated that the person had to be present to place an order only one entree per person. That should have been a red flag We proceeded to order our entrees in which I had lamb chops cooked medium well with pesto mashed potatoes and asparagus . My boyfriend had chicken breast with cheese grits with button mushrooms. The food took about another 45 minutes to come out but when it did it was a disaster. The presentation of the plate was nice but my lamb chops were Med rare on the inside all 4 of them with no seasoning on them at all. The pesto mashed potatoes were delicious and my asparagus made it to me 20 mins after I received my food and they were cold. In fact all 6 people that ordered the lamb chops food was undercooked and under seasoned. The chicken was overcooked and dry but the cheese grits and mushrooms were delicious. We simply made the server aware of our issues with our food and she apologized but never tried to correct the food or bring a manager. Soon as they served the food they stated the kitchen was closed for the evening. They started passing out the bills and immediately I noticed that it was two items on my bill that I never ordered. I simply made the server aware she left to get it fixed and came back again with it still wrong. I stated to her that the bill was still wrong and she proceeded to get it fixed again. They automatically added gratuity to everyone bill between 12-15%. I know my bill was $92.xx after the gratuity in which I gave her $100 bill and let her keep the change. So the fact that the manager reached out after we left stating that we could never make reservations again because we didn't leave the servers a tip and was disrespectful. Out of all 16 people that attended the party our bills all together was well over $1500. First off the service was horrible and the food was not up to par but yet everyone still paid their bills without hesitation. When you give mediocre service you are tipped by your performance in which it was horrible. Gratuity covered that terrible service and it's funny everyone actually even gave a tip on top of the gratuity. Then we were told we were being disrespectful to the servers. Lets make something clear we were in the presence of our parents and host of other older prestigious adults so disrespectful wasn't even an option. It's sad that our "Great America" is still not so great and racism is still prevailing. They expected a group of African Americans to be uncivilized and tasteless but we were the complete opposite even when we were deliberately giving terrible service. I would never recommend this establishment to anyone especially to be treated in the manner and still paying our money without question. read more

My wife and I had a great experience. Wine selection was vast, as well as the beer selection. Waiter knew the menu as well as the drink selections very well. Crab cakes were appetizer, with spinach salad. Both were very good. Wife had Bleu cheese stuffed fillet and I had the dry aged ribeye. Ribeye was wonderful. Fillet was impeccable. Dessert was Nutella pie which I did not find remarkable but it was after a steak that left me speechless. I would likely opt for Krispy Kreme bread pudding or the cheesecake next time. Setting was very nice. Quiet dinner evening was well needed and valet parking was a nice bonus. Excellent meal and we will definitely visit in the next few weeks. read more

Great local steakhouse. I ate here both nights when I was in town for work and couldn't have been happier. The 1st night the GM was bartending and the 2nd night the owner was. We had some great conversations and I met a couple of the regulars. Great steak, wine and conversation... what else can you ask for? I will definitely be back when I am in town. read more

The quality of food is always consistent. The staff at Downtown Grill is excellent and very attentive! I highly recommend. You do need to make a reservation. read more

We just had an amazing dinner at Downtown Grill! The entire experience was perfect for celebrating our 35th wedding anniversary. Our waitress Sarah was so informative and fun and the food was delicious. We had the tuna appetizer and the duck entree. The desert was vanilla and cinnamon ice cream with a graham cracker crust and amoretto sauce...decadent and so good! Thank you, Downtown Grill and Sarah! See you again soon! read more

Never disappoints. The wait staff is phenomenal and the food is amazing. 5 stars every time. Excellent service and food! The atmosphere is also great ... It can be a bit hard to find, but it is so worth it! read more

The manager assisted us in replacing a $100 gift card that had been lost in the mail. Thank you and we look forward to eating a delicious meal there soon! read more

If I didn't have to give them a star I wouldn't. I had a reservation for 8pm didn't get my first drink until 8:45. An hour and a half later our food still didn't arrive. We left without even eating dinner because we were starving. If you aren't going in large parties you aren't a priority!!! read more

Matt was the best server!! He was very educated on the specials, appetizers, entrees, sides and desserts!! He answered all my questions. When we go back we will definitely be asking for him to be our waiter!! Great food as well! I had the stuffed Filet and my friend had the elk chops. AMAZING! read more

Where better to go to dinner than the location where Cher got engaged to Gregg Allman?! Despite being perpetually awesome for that, the food is also great! I've never had a bad meal here. The crab cakes and grit fritters are my favorite appetizers and I always get a steak for my entree. The Burt Reynolds cocktail is reallllllly good as are their Moscow mules. Try to make a reservation if going Friday - Sunday. Weekends are the busiest! read more

My wife and I came here for our 15th wedding anniversary. Between our three boys, COVID, home schooling, and 10 hour pulse work days this was a much needed date. Upon entering the restaurant you are struck by the old town feel which transports you back in time. The food options are well suited and grilled to perfection. The servers are well educated in drink options and pairing for both food and drink. Finally, the ambience conveys a romantic atmosphere which was a perfect fit for our evening. Overall the experience was second to none. While pricey, it is well worth the money. If you are in Macon please purvey the Downtown Grill, it will be well worth you time and money. read more

Classy joint in an alley in downtown Macon! The atmosphere is upscale and almost made me think I time traveled to a speakeasy in the 1920s. I ordered a strip steak with spinach and a baked potato. Maybe it was the booze but I genuinely think the steak was cooked better than I've had at supposed "top-notch" steak houses like Ruth Chris's and Capital Grill. The chef cooked it perfectly to the medium temperature as I asked. Not only was the food great but the bartender was great as well! The man knew his drinks and he engaged his clients with friendly conversation throughout the night but was not overly conversational. One of the other things I'll point out as a positive is that while they allow smoking (at the bar) they have a great ventilation system. There were at least two people smoking no more than 3 stools away and I wouldn't have even noticed had I not walked by to use the restroom and seen cigarettes in their hands. T summarize this place is well worth money due to the quality of the food, friendliness of the staff, and great atmosphere. read more

First time here last night. We didn't have a reservation, but we were sat immediately (they had just opened). Our server was Essence. She was incredible. Her knowledge of the menu, wine list, and her recommendations made our first visit pleasantly memorable, and we will definitely be back. Glad to know there's at least one great restaurant in Macon. read more

I was recently staying in town while doing business at Warner Robins. When traveling I like to use Yelp to find local restaurants. I found this hidden gem and gave it a try. I was definitely not disappointed. A somewhat limited menu with daily specials, but everything is hand made with love. French Onion soup was the best I ever had. Veal Parmesan was excellent as were the sides. Especially loved the cheese grits. I went there twice out of my 3 nights in Macon. Service is professional, friendly and very attentive. The atmosphere was warm and intimate. If you're looking for great food made with love I highly recommend the Downtown Grill. read more

Well, if I was to go by my first impression I would have turned around and walked out I am not a smoker and you have to walk through the cigar bar to get to the restaurant. Service was excellent. Appetizers were Devine. The cheese board was a great choice. Patron Margarita was out of this world! We ordered the Cowboy Steak to split. Would highly recommend ! read more

A go to for a great steak and celebrations. The menu always has something new and tasty!!!

Good food but the filet mignon wasn't particularly thick and was overcooked. The ribeye had more fat than I would expect. The service was excellent. Overall I don't quite think that our meal lived up to the $135 cost though. read more

An excellent dinner at the bar, perfectly prepared. I had the "mixed grill" which includes a grilled filet, lamb chop and a quail...all were fantastic. Michael, the bartender, suggested an incredible glass of red and it was ridiculously perfect, a red Zin which was a surprise. The only ding is that the bar is a smoking area, albeit with efficient smoke reduction fans, but smoke is smoke. Regardless, I can't wait to go back! read more

Downtown Grill - The mixed grill is wonderful... - Steakhouses Near Me - Macon, Georgia

Amazing food. The Mixed Grill was by far some of the best food I've ever had. It was amazing. The waitress was so helpful. And the Pecan Pie for dessert was spectacular. My new favorite restaurant. read more

Love the vibe here. We had great cigars and just enjoyed a quiet late night. Will go each time I'm visiting Macon.

My boyfriend & I came here for our two year anniversary and it was wonderful! We started off with the fried artichokes which were AMAZING, we did not expect them to be that good. Wonderfully crisp and buttery lemon flavor to them. For our main courses we splurged, he ordered the 21 day aged ribeye and I ordered the cowboy cut ribeye special. Both very different tastes but both delicious. He ordered his steak medium and I ordered mine medium rare and it was. I ate the whole thing. For our sides I got mashed potatoes and a Cesar salad and he got the mashed potatoes and almond string beans which were also so good! The Cesar salad dressing when so tasty, the mashed potatoes were a little cold though I will say. All in all it really was a great meal and our waiter was also very good!! I believe his name was Blake! Knowledgeable and attentive. The non-smoking section is small so it is easy for your servers to be able to keep a close watch on you and if you need to get their attention. This is definitely a place we will tell people to check out. read more

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On Saturday night we went downtown to check out a new pizza place that had opened up. Much to our surprise, we found a sign on the door that read, "CLOSED GONE TO THE FAIR." My first thought was you have to be kidding me, but right next door was a place call Downtown Grill. I had heard the name, but did not know much about it. We decided to give it a try and so should you! First let me say that it is definitely more expensive than a pizza joint, but worth every penny. Our dinner for two was about $90.00 and that included an appetizer, two entrees and a couple of drinks. The menu is more spoken than written, but we found that wonderful. Our server, Mike, was extremely knowledgeable and easy going. I am one who thinks the restaurant experience is 50% Food, 35% Staff, and 15% Atmosphere. As far as the Staff goes, Downtown Grill hit it out of the park. Thanks, Mike! The food: well, it was amazing! For the appetizer we had oysters topped with bacon, cheese and spinach and I honestly would have prefered the more sophisticated flavor of prosciutto rather than the crunchy bacon. Both our entrees were out of this world. My entree was the creamy tomato pasta, with blackened shrimp and scallops. The scallops were almost better than the shrimp, and that says a lot for me. Also on my pasta was a type of goat cheese that was so creamy it was to die for. My girlfriend had the fillet mignon with grilled asparagus and pesto mashed potatoes, and she loved every bit of it. So much so that her plate was clean. The food came out at perfect intervals and I ended up taking a little more than half of mine home because there was just so much there. We did try a couple of specialties from the drink menu. The first was a sugary ginger cocktail, the name of which we cannot recall, but which was a fine mix of alcohol and artistry. Our second sample of the drink menu was call "The Betty." This is like your best-ever orange lollipop, liquified and with a kick. We Love The Betty. Ordering The Betty, and putting it on repeat is our recommendation. The decorum of Downtown Grill gives the feel of a Scottish home where William Wallace would be a regular. I have to say it was the perfect mixture of intimate, but open dinning. I recommend Downtown Grill to anyone who is up for intimate dining and excellent cuisine. Be sure to ask for Mike as your server -- he's the best! read more

Ate here tonight for our anniversary. It was all excellent, from the waiter, Mark, all the way to the desserts. We started with a cheese tray, which came with five different types of cheese and bread. We were then served a loaf of fresh baked bread, which was outstanding. My entree was a rib eye steak, with baked potato and mushrooms. My wife got the rack of lamb, with cheese grits and grilled broccoli. For dessert we got the Creme brûlée, and a delicious ice cream with graham cracker crust, vanilla ice cream and cinnamon ice cream, topped with almonds! This was one of the best (if not THE best) meals we have had since moving to Macon three years ago. read more

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I was home one evening when I heard voices in the drive. Familiar voices, familiar as in family. Specifically my in-laws. FML suddenly came to my mind. I new we would have to get some dinner and I was not about to cook .The Downtown Grill came to mind as the perfect place.Tucked away in Mulberry Street Lane in the heart of downtown Macon, the Downtown Grill has been a fixture in the culinary scene since 1997. Billed as an English Steakhouse, they are far more than that, serving pastas and a very nice selection of fish. They also have a comfortable lounge cigar bar. My boy grabbed a couple of Cohibas and we were off. Upon entering I was reminded why I like this place so much. The faint smell of a cigar, the easy strains of jazz playing and the familiar sound of a martini being shaken. I felt like I was in my living room. We were quickly seated and our waitress Kathleen read off the specials. Shrimp and Grits, Beef Medallions stuffed with Roquefort, and a Sesame Crusted Tuna with a sweet wasabi sauce. We started with a couple of appetizers the Lump Crab Cakes and Sesame Tuna. The crab cakes were nice in size, loaded with jumbo-lump blue crab meat and a palette of spices bringing forth the subtle flavors of the sweet meat. The tuna was nicely seared, a shock of ruby flesh peeking out from the center of each piece. It melted in your mouth with each bite, the sweet wasabi sauce added a bit of heat without being overwhelming. Deciding on our entrees was no easy task. The menu options range from Bouillabaisse to duck breast. We ordered the Grilled Sea Scallops, Blackened Trout, Mussels in Wine, and despite being a sucker for duck, I opted for the Grilled Lamb. The food was brought out in a timely manner. Not fast, but given the atmosphere of the restaurant one doesn't expect to rush through a meal. There were eight large sea scallops that were paired with a garlic mashed potato and button mushrooms. The scallops sweet and seasoned well, potatoes were just that, and there must have been a pepper mishap in the kitchen concerning the mushrooms.They were completely overpowered by black pepper and inedible. How they were served was beyond our comprehension. Kathleen did offer to bring out another serving of mushrooms but we passed. The mussels were swimming a sauce richly flavored with wine, garlic and fresh thyme. Generally served as an appetizer, it made a nice meal paired with a salad of mixed greens and a crusty boule. The blackened trout was well prepared and not overly spiced served with grilled asparagus and a baked potato. And then came my lamb. For me, lamb is an event, and I'd rather eat anything else than poor lamb. I save my lamb eating for when I want to lighten my mood, and I expect something stellar as a result. The portion of my dish at first glance seemed large, which made me happy. Three four ounce chops arranged nicely on my plate with an accompaniment of sauteed spinach and grilled asparagus. I have learned in most restaurants when ordering Medium Rare one gets Medium Well, therefore I order my meat rare. My lamb came out Medium Rare (as I like it). What was not mentioned on the menu or by our server is that these are bone in chops. So what appears at first glance to be a sizable portion is in fact not. I was disappointed to discover this upon trying to cut my first piece and my knife hitting bone. Aside from that the lamb was flavorful on it's own. A nice Bearnaise or Port Wine Sauce was needed and would have made the dish far better. The spinach was perfectly sauteed. I like this preparation for it's simplicity, with only garlic and onion enhancing the delicate flavors of the greens. The grilled asparagus had a faint hint of lemon with no woody stems to be found. Over all, everything was well executed save for the disastrous mushrooms. We finished our meal and opted to have dessert and an after dinner smoke in the lounge. The dessert menu was broad in it's range. The traditional Pecan Pie and Crème Brûlée were in the fine company of Chocolate Chip Bread Pudding, Amaretto Ice Cream Pie, Three Mousse Cake, and a Turtle Cheese Cake. In the end, I decided to pass on dessert but old habits die hard. Crème Brûlée was ordered for the others to share. As the men puffed on their cigars, I watched a smoke ring slowly dissipate, I gave myself points for the evening going well. Good food seems to do the trick every time. read more

For a intimate, delicious and formal dinner in middle GA look no further than downtown grille. The cocktails are beautifully concocted, I recommend the thin mint and the Bettie. The food is fresh, lively and perfected prepared, my favorite dishes are the maple leaf duck breast and the ribeye steak with mushrooms and asparagus. Just divine. read more

Hold the salt! Five sides, including salad and appetizers were tried and all but the grilled broccoli were over salted. Even the delicious crusty warm bread was surprisingly served with salted butter. The flavor was there but overcome by the saltiness; too pricey to be unable to finish due to sloppy seasoning. Also, the fish special, marlin, was tasty, but clearly overcooked. read more

DON'T BOTHER! Can't begin to describe what a nightmare Downtown Grill was. Invited friends we have not seen in 30 yrs to meet there. Grill had no record of reservations made a week before. Seated by backdoor/ stairwell where servers were in and out constantly emptying trash in alley. They were also moving chairs stored behind our booth most of the time! Our server tried rushing us throughout our meal. Mediocre , bland , over priced food: $18.99 for tomato creme pasta w/ invisible crab. Wanna try this place? Don't bother if the occasion is special; you will be disappointed. 1 star because a *no* star rating not an option. read more

I'm absolutely not joking when I say this was better than a 3-star Michelin restaurant I ate at recently (looking at you, Manresa). Top shelf place, with amazing food, that actually understands "taste". Highly recommended. read more

Never disappoints. The wait staff is phenomenal and the food is amazing. 5 stars every time.

I have been to this restaurant numerous times and the food is always great. My fiancé was visiting from another state and we were celebrating something special. Therefore, I decided to use some Restaurant.com coupons I had for them. Granted, I purchased the coupons in 2014 and didn't try to redeem them until 2016. However, the contractual agreement between the restaurant and Restaurant.com indicate the coupons never expire. To my dismay, when I tried to pay with the coupons, the waitress said they no longer take those. After explaining the coupons were intended to never expire, the waitress told me I could only use the $25.00 coupon toward the gratuity. Again I explained to her that was not the agreement of the coupon's usage. Finally they agreed to accept them according to the original agreement. However, I am writing this review because they were EXTREMELY rude to us since we held them to the coupon agreement. Their entire attitudes changed when we used the coupons. We couldn't even get a glass of water, and our original waitress NEVER came back. We felt like 2nd class citizens. Now mind you, the food is delicious. However, the coupon was only for $25. After that our bill was still well over $200. So to be treated so poorly after paying that much for dinner was unreal. I have two more $25 coupons; but, thankfully I was able to change them after reporting this incident to Restaurant.com. I deserve to be treated with respect no matter what and I have never been more humiliated at dinner than I was there. I will never go back! read more

I love Downtown Grill! It is my go-to restaurant for special dinners. The food is amazing and reasonably priced. I always get the scallops and they are large and perfectly seared every time; Gordon Ramsey would be proud. It comes with two sides and I always get the green beans and mashed potatoes which are delicious. The ambience is nice, its on the darker side inside but not too dark. Every time we have dined here we have had a great experience; knowledgeable waitstaff, high quality food at reasonable prices and wonderful cocktails made by friendly bartenders. Highly recommend for birthdays, anniversaries, graduations or anytime you want a wonderful meal and an excuse to get a little dressed up or not. read more

Dinner here was a-mazing! I had the lamb and my boyfriend had the duck - we were both thoroughly impressed. Waiter was extremely attentive. Cocktails were delicious. Bread was hot and yummy. And the dessert (a chocolate cake) was so so yummy. Loved it, and I hope to go back. Decor is a bit stuffy (think paintings of horses and racing dogs) but cozy. They weren't playing any music, which felt a bit odd because it kinda made me nervous to talk because other people could hear your conversations. But after a few sips of a cocktail, I forgot about that :) read more

Easily the best meal I've had in Macon. I had the mahi mahi diablo and it was perfect. Matched with a couple of beers and a few wine bottles and the group I went with had a BALL. Everyone enjoyed their meals and drinks, and several people were still raving about it the next day. I loved the ambiance, and though I was surprised at how much my meal ended up costing me, it was well worth it. read more

Absolutely LOVE the downtown grill. Its the go to place when my husband and I need a nice date night. The food is always spectacular and the service is spot on. I love the cozy, quiet atmosphere which makes for an intimate date night. Also the best steak in town. Can't find anything else even close to this restaurant in Macon. read more

I was very excited to try this place and was hoping for a nice evening with my fiancé. That did not happen. I am extremely disappointed in my whole experience. Don't think I will ever go back. If your looking to have a nice dinner I would most definitely suggest somewhere else. read more

A recessed gem in the heart of Macon that captured my attention. i had had dinners in other restaurants primarily off of the main strips in this quaint town but on my last trip I was fortunate enough to experience Downtown Grill. It's not the easiest to find as the entry way is best described as an alley but you'll be glad you made the effort to locate it. Service is very attentive and the dinner setting is good for a business dinner as much as a romantic date. An extensive menu with various land and sea offerings, comprehensive wine menu and multiple liquor selections. Our group all ordered steak and every single on was cooked perfectly as ordered. If your in town and looking for a quality meal this is a great place. read more

We have had dinner several times here, over the past few months and have never had a bad experience. I have been extremely Impressed with the dinner specials and the reg menu as well. The bar is well stocked with a great selection of after dinner drinks, the atmosphere is that of a English men's club, with exposed brick, wood and leather. My only gripe is that they are closed for lunch! read more

Food was great and our server did a good job of taking care of us! I will say I was incredibly disappointed with the backlash I received on returning a drink - I ordered one of the *gin* cocktails and it arrived with peach vodka in it instead of a peach puree, it was not what I was expecting and I did not enjoy the flavor of the drink whatsoever, I asked politely to send it back and before I could even ask for a glass of wine instead another waiter popped her head in and told me that "alcohol sales are nonrefundable, let me try and tone this down for you", took it to the back and brought it back to my table in a tall glass filled with pineapple juice - I'm a type 1 diabetic, something sweeter is not what I wanted. My partner and I asked about my glass of wine 3 times before it finally arrived. Everyone at my table was done with their first round of drinks by the time I received my first glass. I have worked in the service industry for years and I was shocked to be treated this way - the patronizing attitude from this server created an atmosphere that I did not appreciate and will not be returning here in the future because of. The bill between my partner and I was over $200, I expected much better. read more

Here with party of 8. Wife's cousins from St Louis. Excellent service Food was good, but overpriced