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    The Capital Grille

    4.2 (478 reviews)
    Open 11:00 am - 9:00 pm
    Updated a few days ago

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    THE CAPITAL GRILLE ATMOSPHERE

    What's the vibe?
    Classy
    Upscale
    Moderate noise
    Outdoor seating

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    Old Fashioned
    Richard A.

    Generally, I have my lite birthday snack outside of the country but this year, I stayed in Austin and whenever I am in Austin on my birthday, I go only to the Capital Grille for my lite birthday snack. They know how to pamper me and make me feel at home. I arrived on time for my reservation and after being seated at my table, my server, Ron, introduced himself and asked if I would like something besides water and I said, "Yes, something with authority like an Old Fashioned". First, I ordered one of my favourites at the Capital Grille, the Lobster Bisque, made with North Atlantic lobster that is lightly sauteed and when served at the table, one can request that the server drizzle a little sherry across the bisque. My main course was the Sushi-Grade Sesame Seared Tuna, lightly seared to provide a flavorful crust, served with gingered rice, white soy, and sambal vinaigrette and a side of Creamed Spinach with their classic bechamel sauce. I had a glass of a Spanish Albariño that paired perfectly with the main course. Last but certainly not least was the Happy Birthday platter with cheesecake and fruit to which I added a double espresso and a snifter of Drambuie, for digestive purposes. As always, Capital Grille did not disappoint and truly made my day.

    Ribeye Steak
    Theo P.

    I came here for a corporate event. My main man Michael hooked me up with a mystery mocktail that's was exquisite. The food was alright. My steak (rib eye) was oily and burnt. Appetizers were good. I really liked the calamari. Other than that no complaints. 7/10 Steaks

    Christina G.

    Decided on Capital Grille for my birthday dinner because I wanted an elevated steak restaurant to enjoy with my significant other. I almost canceled my reservation when I realized it was a chain restaurant and not a local one but man am I glad we kept the reservation. We dined in on a Tuesday evening. The Valet parking outside was very helpful and a plus (especially in heels). The restaurant had the perfect charm and elegant touches that I was looking for. I think because of the day of the week and the time, there were very few other patrons and it almost felt like we had the place to ourselves. It was very clean and they even placed a card and confetti at our table to celebrate the occasion. Our waiter was very helpful and made great menu suggestions. I ordered the French onion soup and my boyfriend had the Caesar salad. Both were the perfect start to our dinner. We shared a bone in ribeye and mashed potatoes. Both were so delicious and cooked just how we ordered. For dessert, they brought a delicious cheesecake with berries and an espresso chocolate cake (?). Both were also delicious, but definitely preferred the cheesecake more. We will be back for other special occasions and are so excited we found such a great gem!

    Wine display
    Delores L.

    I had lunch at Capital Grille downtown Austin on 4th Street with a colleague. I asked if it was the same Capital Grille that used to be in the Domain. Apparently, these are two separate and distinct restaurants. When you walk in it exudes sophistication and elegance. It reminded me a lot of the Art Hotel in Athens, Greece where there are paintings strategically placed throughout the hotel. It appears to be the type of restaurant you would frequent for a lunch business meeting or when dimly lit...a romantic dinner. The ambiance was simultaneously upscale and welcoming. Eric, our server, literally had one gold star and 5 gold stars with a diamond center pinned to his vest. After providing support for our table for lunch, I totally understand all of Eric's stars. He brought me more tea and lemon before I asked for it. He came to our table frequently to see if we needed anything. He also removed crumbs from our tablecloth. This used to be gold standard at most fine dining restaurants. When you receive superior service you notice. He also let us know that we could let the hostess know our names and he could be recorded serve us next time we are in the restaurant. Absolutely amazing! Eric provided superior service...full stop!!! We both ordered the lobster salad. All the ingredients were fresh and perfectly prepared. My mouth rejoiced with every bite. Large chunks of lobster were included in every single bite. The avocado was soft and flavorful. The salad also came with heirloom tomatoes...one of my favorite tomatoes. Net, net, an amazing meal! Our dining experience at Capital Grille was superior!

    Dry Aged NY Strip Steak Frites with Aji Verde
    Khaila L.

    Went to The Capital Grille in downtown Austin for a lunch date and had an amazing experience. The steak was perfectly cooked to a medium; tender, juicy, and packed with flavor. The fries were crispy and paired really well with the steak and sauce. Service was great, and the vibe was classy but comfortable. Definitely a solid spot if you're looking for a nice lunch or date spot downtown.

    Tenderloin sliders
    cassandra a.

    My husband and I went to The Capital Grille for lunch, and as always, the service was top-notch from start to finish--something I've come to expect every time I visit. I started with the French onion soup, which was the perfect portion, making every bite just right. For my entrée, I had the tenderloin sliders--they were good, but definitely on the mini side for a main dish. Thankfully, I wasn't too hungry, so they worked well for a lighter option. My husband had the clam chowder soup, which he really enjoyed, followed by the ribeye sandwich--and wow, it did not disappoint! It came with two massive chunks of juicy ribeye steak and was absolutely delicious. The only thing I'd love to see improved is the beer selection. While my husband enjoyed the one IPA they have on tap, having more options would be a nice touch. Overall, another fantastic experience at The Capital Grille--great food, impeccable service, and a refined yet comfortable atmosphere. We'll definitely be back!

    Coconut Cream Pie (forgot to take a pic)

    So I went in for a French onion soup because they have the best one in austin.... Had a martini and Bria the bartender gave excellent service and overheard me talking to my friend about how my birthday was coming up. I just had major surgery and this is one of my first outings back. Bria surprised me with the coconut cream pie and it was FANTASTIC! thank you for making my return and birthday extra special staff and management (Michael) were great too!!

    Dirty martini blue cheese stuffed olives
    Stacey A.

    I enjoyed the salmon and blue cheese stuffed olive dirty martini! Laurieann is an amazing server. The fact that she recalled our names simply made the night extra special!

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    Stephanie W.

    Had a gorgeous business dinner at the Capital Grille! The ambiance is lovely, staff are friendly and helpful, and the food was delicious - we had a set menu of steak, mashed potatoes, vegetables, and a lovely chocolate souffle-cake-like dessert. I was totally stuffed and really enjoyed the experience. Interestingly I didn't realize this place was a chain, but I saw a location when walking the streets of Mexico City - so it certainly is! Nevertheless, it has the kind of outstanding flavors you'd get at any quite upscale steakhouse. It has immaculate bathrooms! Parking is a bit cumbersome, they have a valet but otherwise it's your standard downtown street parking. Overall really enjoyed the experience here even though it was for a specific event! Would gladly go back any time.

    Derek M.

    Came in for a friend's birthday and they were able to accommodate the 10 person celebration flawlessly. They were attentive from start to finish, and provided cake service as well. All dishes came out together and were all very impressive looking, and what is to be expected from a higher end steak house. The cooks were excellent on all of the proteins, and all sauces were very flavorful. They also provided a separate gluten-free menu for me, and were able to accommodate me further with my other dietary restrictions. Overall it was a good spot for a solid nice birthday dinner.

    Seared Tenderloin with Butter Poached Lobster Tails
    Dominique H.

    I've been to the Capital Grille twice now and they do not disappoint. The staff is always welcoming and the service is top tier. The food is absolutely delicious and portion sizes are great for the price. This is a great place for a date night or a birthday celebration!

    Perfect mushrooms
    T N.

    My wife and I went to the Capital Grille to celebrate our 36th Wedding Anniversary. As we arrived, we were greeted by the staff wishing us a Happy Anniversary. Once we were seated, we saw that the table was covered with Happy Anniversary confetti and a greeting card was left for us for the occasion too. As for the food, the appetizers were exquisite. My steak melted in my mouth and my wife's sea bass was cooked to perfection. Our waiter Cody had great timing bringing the food, and was very attentive in the right way making sure our Anniversary was perfect. Even the manager and head cook came to our table wishing us a Happy Anniversary. In the end, a special Anniversary dessert capped off a perfect evening. Can't say enough about Capital Grille. Having had dine in Europe and all over the U.S., I must say Cody was the best waiter we ever had!

    Dennis M.

    Went to the capital Grille in Austin on Christmas Eve. Took my girlfriend and her two kids. It was our second time at the capital Grille in Austin. I must say they are consistently fantastic. The food is great if you have an opportunity to ask for MATTHEW, he is an amazing team member. MATTHEW is courteous, knowledgeable, enthusiastic, and just a joy. This actually was my second time and MATTHEW took care of us both times. Amazing experience we will be back again and again and again Matthew thank you. Capital Grille Austin thank you staff members thank you it's amazing.!

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    Good food, good ambiance. Fancy enough for a nice date night or celebration. Would come here again.

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    A warm welcoming spot, delicious food and amazing dessert. Happy Hour as well. Elevated ambience.

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