I was introduced to Metro8 through a company dinner, and was immediately blown away with how delicious their appetizers were (chorizo, cheese, empanadas). What was even more surprising was also how juicy and flavorful their steaks were!! I have now gone multiple times, especially when I want to have a churrasco cooked the right Argentinian way, with the chimichurri sauce and sweet potato fries. Truly recommend this place for a romantic date night in Durham or a celebratory dinner! The ambience is intimate and the service is great. The manager checked in on us multiple times and I even watched her handle a "difficult" customer very professionally ! Can't wait to continue to come back. read more

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My husband and I went here before attending a show at DPAC. It wasn't very busy, but it was fairly early on a Thursday. The service was attentive and prompt without being intrusive. Kaitlyn was great. We have dined at Nana Steak, Angus Barn, and The Library in Fuquay. The steak we had this evening was on par if not better than all the other restaurants for a much better price. I would love for the sides to be a bit more adventurous- I do love a fried brussel sprout, but what they had was good. The baked potato came loaded, which was nice. We got the 16oz Churassco to share. Cooked perfectly and the chimichurri was very good. We will come again for sure. read more

This was our first time dining here. We received a gift card for our anniversary. It's super helpful that you can make reservations online, and it seems like most people have reservations when dining here. One odd thing was that we originally had a reservation for July 3 that got canceled the day of because they were closed that week. That was disappointing, and we only found out via an automated email. So, this August visit was my second reservation attempt, and thankfully no issues. Service was great. The food and drinks were good and reasonably priced. The provoleta appetizer and the chocolate soufflé were my favorites! I am not a steak person so I had the chicken caper - it was OK - but I'd probably try something else next time. My husband had the churrasco steak and said it was great! Overall, this was a nice spot that I plan to return to for special occasions when dining out. read more

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The servers are extremely attentive. We were greeted immediately and seated at our reserved table. Although the menu leans heavily in beef entrees (it's a steakhouse!), there are other selections as well. I had the lobster ravioli and my husband had the churrasco. Both were good dishes. Dessert was the star of the show... do not miss the dulce de leche crepes! They were wonderful and extremely decadent! read more

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The caprece salad -tomatoes and mozzarella were hard. Baked potato not done. Atmosphere was tense and gave a sense of wanting to turn tables quickly. Even mentioned we wanted to take our time as it was our anniversary. Not a relaxing or enjoyable experience especially with paying high prices. read more

Metro 8 is incredible! I don't usually go to Durham but definitely worth the trip. The Churrasco was incredible and I left enough room for the chocolate soufflé. Best decision! read more

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The churrasco and chimichurri were amazing! We had all of the Argentinian apps, also tasty. Worth a try!

What a great first experience! We've been wanting to try this place for about 2 years and it did not disappoint! All of the food was SO good. My husband got the salmon and loved it. I got the churrasco everyone raves about it and they do so with good reason! SO delicious. My dad got the lamb chops and said they were "cooked to perfection." The deserts? All three we got were to die for, especially the dulce de leche crepes. I want to go back just for those lol! Our server was attentive and very friendly. The vibe was calm and chill too. And we were shocked by the affordability considering it's a steakhouse and the quality of all the food. We'll definitely be back for our next special occasion! read more

My friend and I came in around 6 pm on a Saturday evening without a reservation and we were seated right away. The ambiance was quite fancy and high end in my opinion. The lighting, linens, and decor all amplified the feeling of luxury. Our waitress was super friendly and helpful, she gave lots of recommendations and explained the menu thoroughly. Although this is a fancier restaurant, the menu prices seemed pretty reasonable. As someone who doesn't eat much steak, I was happy to see they had chicken, fish, and other non-steak options as well. I ordered the chicken breast with a side of broccolini. I was impressed with the juiciness and tenderness of the chicken - it was not dry at all! It had great flavor but I was most blown away by the texture. The broccolini was also very good. It was crunchy, well seasoned, and not too oily. Overall the meal didn't feel too heavy or greasy and the portions were satisfying. The only complaint I have is that the food took quite a while to come out, but aside from that this was an amazing, high end dining experience! My friend and I agreed we would both come back for sure. read more

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Delicious churrasco and other inventish dishes. Amazing complimentary rolls. The ambiance is perfect for an intimate date or night out with friends. Service impeccable. Small convenient parking lot. Excited to return and try something else! read more

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My wife and I came for our anniversary. What a nice experience. Ali greeted us and gave a great recommendation for the chocolate soufflé for our anniversary dessert. Service was fast. Churrasco steak was delicious as well as the side of spinach Alfredo. The ambiance and decor was refined . 5 stars! read more

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Sybil was our server. She was outstanding. The other staff supporting her were very responsive to our needs and kept our drinks coming. We ordered the Churrasco, Lobster Ravioli and the Filet. Everything was well cooked. Of all the three meals, the Churrasco was the best. Great flavor, juicy and the sauce that is served with it was incredible. The place was very clean, well lit and nicely decorated. Great steakhouse! read more

Friendly owner. Good server. Very good food. Overall, we would go again. Only issue was a very loud obnoxious person in a large group by us. We should have requested to move tables. read more

Our Metro 8 experience was amazing! The food was beyond delicious. Our waiter, Mason, set the standard for what exemplary care can look like at a fine dining establishment. Our cups were never empty as the staff consistently came to fill them up. The manager came to check in on our experience multiple times! Metro 8 sets the standard for what fine dining can be. read more

Metro 8 Steakhouse - Empty plates. From three delectable deserts. Not shown is the urge it took to lick the Argentinian Dulce Deleche coating from my plate. - Steakhouses Near Me - Durham, North Carolina

We went here for our Valentine's Day dinner. The restaurant was decorated with beautiful Valentine's themed items. The atmosphere was super intimate and relaxing. They served dinner rolls with a herb and butter sauce. That was amazing. We had a steak for our dinner that was absolutely cooked to perfection. I didn't necessarily want the spinach cooked in the Alfredo sauce and the cook made an exception and altered the dish for me. I would highly recommend this place for any occasion. read more

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My husband and I ate here for Valentine's Day and had a most wonderful time. Our server, Allison, was delightful and attentive and we enjoyed talking with the owner. The food was exquisite, especially the desserts. YUM! Can't wait to visit again. read more

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This spot has a cool ambiance! I went in as soon as it opened. I opted for dine in instead of the patio due to it being sooo hot outside. The inside gives me "rustic elegance" as the music whistles over the guests chatters. The service was spot on! Our waitress checked up on us at perfect timing and even (someone who looked like the manager) stopped by frequently, refilling our drinks. The menu options are small and it didn't help that they're out of shrimp due to COVID. I was told the stuffed shrimp is amazing . For starters I had both the empanadas and the chorizo. The empanadas comes with with and they're very large. It was very flavorful however I wish it came with a sauce. I also had the chorizo for an app. It's one sausage sliced up for you. Although it was appealing to the taste buds, the presentation could use a little something more; just one sausage is a little bland to the eye. For the entrée, I had the lobster ravioli with sautéed broccolini. This was good, needed some extra salt to bring out the flavor in the sauce and pasta but it was indeed delicious. My guest had a HUGE NY strip with beautiful grill marks and a heaping bounty of fries. For the miscellanies, parking is ok. It's a busy, busy street so if you get to park right out front on the side of the road then you're good to go. Lovely area for an evening stroll as well. read more

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Came here on a Tuesday night about 7 or so and place was still pretty busy. Sat at the bar and had a glass of red from Oregon and it was a nice selection. Steaks were cooked just as asked and the meal was very good. We also ordered the spinach and artichoke with chips for an appetizer and I took a slice of cheesecake to go. read more

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Went here last night for dinner (Jan 2022). I would absolutely eat here again. Food: The food is a fusion of American steakhouse with an Argentinian classic flavors. The quality and portion sizes are on point. Our cocktails were very good... I love a place that knows how to make a very dirty Martini! For an appetizer 3 of us shared empanadas and provoleta. Both were good - but the empanadas were AMAZING! The main courses we ate were the Churrasco and the Salmon with sides of broccolini, asparagus, and sweet potato fries. I can't tell you which dish was better but they were all very very good! Flavor was superb and food was cooked perfectly. We finished the meal off with a chocolate soufflé, key lime pie, and dulce de leche crepes. The crepes are a MUST HAVE! I wished I had enough of an appetite for 10 of those! Service: The Service was wonderful. The staff was all wearing masks and seated tables a nice social distance from each other. They were timely, knowledgeable, and personable. Ambiance: The food is a bit fancy but the atmosphere is casual and welcoming. It is my understanding that they recently moved locations due to a rent-raise from the old landlord during COVID-19 (landlord jerk-move!). So If you are in the neighborhood be sure to consider them next time you want a nice meal. read more

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Thank you for a wonderful evening! We were in from out of town and found you on Open Table. Our server, Frida, was very attentive and sweet. The owner came over and checked on us and was very proud and should be! All four of us had excellent food and the dulce de leche crepes were fantastic! read more

This is a cool, quaint family owned steakhouse with an Argentinian flare. The wife is the bartender/hostess/ manager and she is honestly one of the sweetest, engaging people I've met. You can tell she truly loves her resturant and welcomes all her guest with a neighborly warmth. Her husband is the chef and makes one serious Churrasco steak ! Order it medium rare use the criollo sauce with it and thank me later it's AMAZING! The spinach Alfredo was also very good it's a riff on creamed spinach which was enjoyable. I had a few old fashioned's and they were ok a little to sweet for my taste but I'm a whiskey and cocktail nerd so i may be judging a little too critically. The key like pie was also tasty! This place is a strong 7/10 would eat here again. read more

I'll start by saying that I don't disagree with the many posts very favorable to Metro8. I'm choosing to believe that "local knowledge" would have prevented the unfortunate outcome and will know better what to order should i return. I was hosting dinner for four tonight and two of the dinners (steaks) had to be returned. One dinner was mine and the other one of my guests. They were woefully undercooked. Seriously undercooked. I cannot remember the last time I returned anything while dining out. I think maybe one other time in my life I may have. Unfortunately when the refired steaks returned they were predictably overcooked lacking any taste. The spinach alfredo was unlike any I had ever seen before. Their take on it is a few overcooked and limp spinach leaves accompanied by some runny sauce. Not sure if it's meant to be served room temperature but it was inedible. I'm happy to report that my other two guests were pleased with their selections. The others had steaks as well along with a Cesar Salad and artichoke dip to start. The dip was quite good. The staff was inviting and attentive and handled our unfortunate meals with grace. The restaurant was attractive and quite clean. I'll probably return at some point. But next time I'll make my preparation expectations a little more clear. read more

Definitely recommend the filet mignon. One of the best that I've ever had. Churrizo was great as well with a big portion, but preferred the filet mignon. The vegetables on the side were marvelous, which I wasn't expecting since a lot of places don't get those right. The tiramisu was great, but I haven't been to many Italian places that don't do those well. Taking a point off because they had a big party that reserved the whole place come in in the middle of our dinner and it got really loud and busy. read more

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Anniversary dinner. Food and drinks were really good. We were tucked in the corner which was really nice... away from any parties. Wasn't too terribly busy but we did make a reservation. Would definitely go back! read more

Great food with reasonable price, interior design is also very modern and chic. Churrasco was cooked to perfection, not chewy. Also ordered a NY strip (unfortunately not pictured) but the meat was prepared well, with super fat layers properly removed so its not overly greasy or heavy. Staff was very attentive, definitely will return. read more

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Maybe we came on an off night. They did have a sign that said hiring. Reviews were amazing and well we didn't quite agree with any of those reviews. Staff was extremely kind. Really nice atmosphere. Food however had no taste. We aren't picky but I can say for the price it was one of the worst meals we have had. The asparagus seemed to simply be boiled. Even adding salt didn't help. We were excited but can say we won't be recommending it to friends or visiting again. read more

Metro 8 is one of our favorite Durham restaurants. We like showing it off to friends and clients. They've recently moved to a new location on Broad Street with easy access to parking and a more elegant atmosphere. They have a beautiful bar and plenty of well-spread-out seating, as well as a private dining room. The chef/owner is from Argentina, and has some signature dishes you won't find anywhere else. The service is fast and waitstaff very friendly. The cocktails, food, and desserts were all excellent and memorable. I had the salmon with broccolini. My husband and our dinner guests had the Churrasco steak, which is their signature dish. All were fabulous and cooked to perfection. The chocolate soufflé and cheesecake were a perfect ending to a delicious meal. I highly recommend to anyone who wants a delicious meal and a relaxing evening! read more

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Best appetizers are the empanadas, or the provoleta if you're a cheese lover. I highly recommend the churrasco and baked potato as an entree. For dessert, definitely the souffle if you like chocolate, or the crepes if you love sweet. read more

Amazing place, food,staff! We went with family for a special dinner. The wait staff took our orders (15) of us. Brought out foods & drinks to correct people. The staff were amazing & so kind. The food was all excellent! Looking forward to trying new restaurant site! read more

Great food last night. But why rush us through dinner when the place was 20% full at 6:30 on a Friday in late June? The staff was really pushing us to get out. read more

Metro 8 is a very cozy little steakhouse with a warm feel. There is plenty of space between tables for your romantic conversations. The food is absolutely delicious and the service is on point. Very friendly bartender and staff. The only think I didn't care for was the Italian dressing with herbs and spices "Chimichurri" sauce. Authentic chimichurri would compliment their churrasco steak much better. Be sure to get there at a reasonable time in order to find a parking space. The small lot fills up quickly due to the other restaurants nearby. read more

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The good is always amazing here. The service is one of the best I've received in a long time! The ambiance is perfect for celebration or just date night! We truly love this place! read more

Nice interior, good and friendly service. Portions good. Waiter made a big deal of undercooking steaks as "can always cook more if requested." My Medium-Rare was close to medium, barely red and no blood. Couldn't uncook. Separately, the steak was barely upscale steakhouse quality/taste/moist. Above a standard restaurant, low for an expense account level steakhouse. May return, but will try another in that area first. Ordered a chocolate souffle to share, which came out as a doughy brownie. No airy souffle, though tasted good. A flourless chocolate cake or a moist brownie with IC would be better. Bottom line, adequately enjoyable, though a bit disappointing. read more

Consistently delicious and perfectly cooked steaks and chops. Very friendly owners and attentive. Everything to love in a steakhouse!

I really like this place. They have a wide variety of food. If your friends want steak, you can get salad. They have great wine here. But I will say, the steak is to die for. I ordered the skirt steak and my friend ask if he could try a bit. I said sure. Then he asked if he could give me half of his steak for half of mines. I said "Hell no". Lol. My wife told him this is all I talk about. Lol. read more

The last time I was here was in 2008 and I came away full and happy. This week was the same case when I brought my in-laws here for a nice dinner. There was only one other group eating at the restaurant when we arrived Tuesday night at 8pm for dinner, so our waitress was super attentive. The bread came out with jalapeno cream cheese dip that was flavorful and not too spicy, and we devoured it. Among the 4 of us, we ordered the following: Churrasco 16 oz skirt steak ($25). This was my favorite beef entree of the night. The meat was very flavorful and lean. Cowboy Rib-Eye 32 oz ($39). This piece of meat was as big as my face...we had a lot of this leftover because the serving was so big! It was thick and also not too fatty--not as flavorful as the Churrasco, but comes with a side dipping sauce. My father-in-law was very happy with this dish. Pork chop with apple sauce ($22). I was very impressed by the pork chop, which wasn't tough/chewy/dry like other pork chops I've tried elsewhere. It was very tender and paired well with the apple sauce. Lobster ravioli with pink sauce ($19). This entree comes with about 8-10 large ravioli stuffed with fresh shredded lobster. I dipped all my bread in the creamy pink sauce. For sides, we ordered sweet potato fries, baked potato, and broccolini. I had ordered the broccolini side in 2008 and remembered how much I liked it. Broccolini is a hybrid of broccoli and Chinese chard and it has hints of broccoli and asparagus flavor. The sweet potato fries were crispy on the outside, and the baked potato was loaded with cheese, sour cream, and bacon. The menu is pricey so I only come for special occasions, but their food quality and portions makes it well worth the splurge! read more

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Metro 8 was recommended by a colleague after reviewing it here. Yelp reviews said it was the #3 steakhouse in Durham, after Angus Barn (#1) and Nana Steak (#2). I'm from the Chicagoland area where steakhouses are plentiful, well-known and extremely good. In my opinion, Angus Barn is hugely over rated and high priced for the quality and service. Nana Steak is difficult, at best to get into, so I've yet to try it or hear negative comments beyond that. Metro 8, in my opinion, of the Durham steakhouses I've eaten at is the BEST! Service is phenomenal. The staff is well versed with the menu and very personable. The quality of the food and drinks are worth every penny you will pay (which isnt expensive). Ambiance is perfect! You can hear those at the table clearly without shouting over music or other restaurant noise. I had the Cowboy Ribeye with the loaded baked potato. I will be eating these for two more days! It was a lot of food. I also had the Provelenta appetizer. This was like having a crustless cheese pizza. So yummy! We didn't save room for dessert, but if it's anything like the app and entrees, you will not be disappointed. If you are looking for the Best Steakhouse in Durham, I highly recommend Metro 8! I doubt you will be disappointed. read more

Had the churrasco with broccolini and French fries and it was delicious! A little on the pricier side but I will def be back for another special occasion. read more

Tonight is my 31st Wedding anniversary. We chose to celebrate at Metro 8, what a disappointment! Upon arrival we were sat in the very back of the restaurant at a busy intersection of the kitchen and party room. The entire restaurant was practically empty with the exception of a few guest. Then we we're rushed to make our food selections by the manager and our wait staff. They had a big party coming in and that was obviously the priority. This was our second time patronizing the restaurant and our last. Customer service gets a C. read more

Went for restaurant week last week and it was totally worth it! The steak was HUGE and literally I had ate it for breakfast the next two days (steak and eggs) and for lunch (steak salad) The rest of the meal such as the appetizers and desserts were alright nothing too amazing but the steak was definitely good and huge. read more