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The service at this restaurant is unmatched! A few coworkers and I came here to celebrate a birthday, and when we arrived, they had decorated our table with birthday confetti, a very thoughtful touch. They also gave the birthday girl a rose, which made her feel extra special. It's the little details like these that truly set this place apart. Celso was one of our servers, and although I unfortunately don't remember the other server's name, they were both attentive, knowledgeable, and genuinely kind throughout our meal. I've dined here before and had the crab cakes, which were absolutely AMAZING! This time, I ordered the Signature Burger, and it was full of flavor. I especially liked that the pickles are made in-house, which gave the burger a unique twist. The fries were served hot and fresh, which I always appreciate. We ended our lunch with dessert, and I loved that they brought out two dessert plates for the entire table to share. This is a great place to celebrate a birthday, and they even have a private dining room that can accommodate up to 15 guests. I highly recommend this restaurant if you're looking for a unique steakhouse with an excellent variety of menu options and exceptional service!
3.5/5 food 5/5 service 5/5 ambience especially for date night! The free bread and butter were good starters! We ordered the lobster mac and cheese, the filet mignon with cipollini onions and mushrooms, and the scallop and lobster risotto. I thought the filet mignon was cooked to perfection and very tender, however, I thought it needed more salt/flavor. The scallops were crazy good, but the risotto falls short in comparison (I also thought this one lacked salt). The lobster mac and cheese was very yummy with big pieces of lobster in it and I loved the amount of breadcrumbs on it. We received free dessert bc of a birthday celebration and both cheesecake and the flourless chocolate espresso cake were divine! The chocolate cake was very rich, but I loved it. Overall, the place is not bad, but I had higher expectations for an upscale restaurant.
Father's Day dinner with reservations; we quickly got seated in a very nice room with a Fathers Day background! Our server, Xiomara I believe was her name was so attentive and suggested house favorites. We had the Rockefeller oysters for an appetizer, they were okay, a bit cold for my taste. We also had the lobster and steak meal and the salmon dish which were both nicely cooked and well seasoned along with the lobster Mac and cheese. The restaurant was clean, intimate with valet parking (able to validate) and a nice wine selection. We enjoyed our experience and will definitely come again; pricing for 3 people was about $220 but it is fine dining so expected the higher price. Business casual is welcomed.
Had a work dinner at The Capital Grille and was pleasantly surprised. I'm usually skeptical of steakhouses because I feel like steak is often better at home, but everything here was excellent. We started with the calamari, tuna tartare, & lamb chops. All fresh and flavorful! I also ordered the lobster bisque, which was rich and comforting. The highlight for me was the lobster and scallop risotto, perfectly cooked seafood and a creamy, well-balanced risotto. The service was fantastic: attentive, polished, and exactly what you'd expect from an upscale spot. The restaurant itself is beautiful and was packed even on a Wednesday night, which says a lot. Great place for business dinners or a special occasion. I'd definitely come back!
The Capital Grille is a wonderful place for date night, special celebration with family , or just a classy vibe. Full of delectable eats and a top notch service that is unbeatable. From the valet parking, the waitstaff, and the greeters I was truly impressed. Now the EATS!!!! This dining event was called "Wagyu & Wine" and the selection I made was the Waygu Cheeseburger (Bleu cheese). Mouth watering and full of "tenderism" Also, as a starter we had the Calamari extra crispy!! The wine selection was excellent and matched flavor combinations of the full experience. If you are in City Centre of Houston/ Memorial City area and you want to treat yourself to a sexy yet classy evening this is your place!!!! Enjoy!!!
We dined here for Easter Brunch and overall it was delicious. We valet parked which was $5 if you're dining at a restaurant. The restaurant is nicely decorated and the noise level was appropriate. We were seated immediately when we checked in. My grandson had the chicken fingers with fries and he enjoyed them! We started out with the oysters on the half shell, which were smaller than I expected but they were good. My husband and I had the Cold-Smoked Salmon and Avocado Toast and it was delicious. My daughter had the clam chowder and she said it was good. I had the Lobster Frittata, which was delicious but the hash brown was overcooked. My daughter and husband had the filet mignon and egg and they said the steak was good but it was a little salty and overcooked on the outside but good on the inside. I had The Doli, my husband had the High Flyer, and my daughter had the French 75 and they were all great! Our server, Donald/Don was amazing and the general manager stopped by the table to see if everything was great. Overall it was a great dining experience.
This is hands down one of my favorite places. Every time I come here, it feels familiar, comforting, and consistently great. The food is always delicious, the quality never slips, and it's a spot I truly enjoy coming back to again and again. Some places just become part of your routine and your memories -- this is one of them. Reliable, welcoming, and always worth it. Definitely recommend.
5 stars I had such a great experience at The Capital Grill!e I didn't get any pictures of my food (too busy enjoying every bite ), but I did manage to grab a quick video of the wine pour during the wine tasting--definitely a nice touch and added to the overall experience. For my meal, I had the sea bass topped with crab, and wow... just so good. It was perfectly cooked and full of flavor. I paired it with the Brussels sprouts and mashed potatoes, which were both amazing--no notes! I was curious about the cream of spinach, and even though my server recommended the Brussels sprouts (which I'm glad I got), he was thoughtful enough to bring out a sample of the spinach for me to try. I really appreciated that level of service. Overall, everything--from the food to the wine to the service--was top tier. I'll definitely be back!
I had the wine and wagyu special that was only $35. It was absolutely incredible! What a value too. I didn't know if I would be treated as a second class citizen when ordering it but that was not the case at all. The bread and soft butter they serve prior to the meal was just spot on wonderful. The burger choices are great - you will find one of the three choices to suit your fancy. I didn't opt for the truffle oil or blue cheese burger and just went for a basic one and it was GLORIOUS! A regular burger from a fast food joint would be like eating out of a dumpster or being served a bucket of vomit, by comparison. That's how TERRIFIC the burger was and the wine too. I love Duckhorn.
I enjoyed the stellar service for our Christmas dinner with the family at The Capital Grille. Hostesses, Waiters, and server's assistants were all terrific. Especially with our 1yr old who they doted on hand and foot the entire time. They lived up to the high end steak house standard of care that you expect. Valet parking up front is $5, but there is a garage a bit of a walk away if that's your style. My steak here was fantastic! As suggested by our server James, I went with the Kona crusted Bone-in Ribeye. Excellent portion size, and the coffee flavor profile was just different enough to be memorable and familiar at the same time. Was the absolute highlight item of my Christmas break meals. Everything else was good to ok. We got some fried calamari and pepper that were fine, Crab cakes that were passable, and some fried prosciutto and mozzarella that was great (because how could you go wrong?). My lobster bisque had a fair amount of meat, but the soup didn't punch as hard as I would've thought, maybe had too much cream. The sides were also just fine compared to some other high end places, baby loved the mashed potatoes. TL/DR; the steak here is near perfect, but the apps and sides leave a little to be desired. Service is impeccable!
The service FANTASTIC The drinks AMAZING The overall atmosphere CHIC and UPSCALE The flavor of the food IMMACULATE The food poisoning I suffered from the seafood? The WORST. Like almost went to the ER bad. Experienced numbness, chills, tingling all over, ect which I've never dealt with before when dealing with food poisoning. Thankfully, I have a cousin who's a doctor who chalked it up to most likely being ciguatera poisoning. This was back in May so it's been awhile. 3 of us went together, and all of us ordered seafood but different plates. I ate all of my plate along with a lobster bisque AND a few bites of the other 2 peoples plates. Like I said EVERYTHING was delicious, just upsetting that I got sick from their food. The Pan-Seared Sea Bass was my plate and it was *chefs kiss* delicious. I don't plan on avoiding this place, quite frankly wish I could go back but FOR ME at the moment it's too pricey.
The Capital Grille has always been great and memorable. The service, food, drinks and ambiance are nicely done, and our recent dinner experience at the Houston - CityCentre location was no different. This place is deserving of a high rating. Their shellfish platter, lobster macaroni and cheese and tuna appetizers were such a treat, and the bone-in ribeye was perfection. Each menu item is better than the next and truly enjoyable. Five stars for a great dinner experience.
I was not impressed with this steakhouse at all. I ordered online and picked my food up to go. I arrived at the designated pick up time, 40 mins after my order was placed, and my food was not ready. They offered me a soft drink to accommodate and I accepted. My boyfriend placed an online order for me as an anniversary lunch. From his end, it seemed as if he had paid, since he entered his card info and the amount of the order was deducted from his balance. Oddly though, upon receiving my food, I was also asked for payment. I paid, but also explained that my boyfriends card had already been charged. I was assured that the charge on his card was solely an authorization hold and that it would fall off. That is stupid. If it's a hold then send the charge through once I get the food. No reason why I should have to present payment upon arrival if you already have card info on file. My food was just as bad, if not worse, than the payment process. I ordered a medium ribeye, truffle fries and lobster-crab cakes. My steak was sooo tough. My goodness, I was so disappointed in how tough it was. I was cutting forever, I was chewing forever, and I pulled way too many tendons out of my mouth. Overall I was just extremely displeased with the quality of the meat. My fries were good. While the fries themselves were comparable to somewhere like chilis, the garlic/truffle flavor was really tasty. The crab cakes were not good either. The lobster meat was rubbery and the crab was overworked. I prefer my crab cake with lumps of crab meat, but here the crab cake consisted of shreds. I would also like to point out that the dish is advertised as two crab cakes and I received one large one. Maybe if they had split it in two, the lobster meat wouldn't have been so over-cooked. Houston has a plethora of steakhouses that beat this place by a landslide. I heard from friends that Cap Grille was not great, but I wanted to try it for myself. After this experience, I can confirm, they were telling the truth and it is indeed not great. Will not be returning Also, this was the only place I swiped my card yesterday. The transaction was completed at the back of the house, out of my sight, and by 10PM last night I had received an alert that an attempt to charge $1500 was made. Do with that info what you will.
6 hours ago
Ummmm...? Wow. The Capital Grille is the place you want to impress somebody who is used to the usual. This place is fabulous. There is an overt sense of occasion just walking in the front of this place...especially after you valet the family truckster. Two Stone Lions? come on, now! Oh, but they mean it, and live up to it!!! Located in the West Side CityCentre Shopping District: ritzy, old money dark walnut wood wall feel. The ceilings have subtle wood worked vaulted sections and hanging soft glowing glass orb lamps. You get a sense that important things, by important people are happening around the many corners and dining nooks throughout the establishment. This is an umbrella stand and Coat Rack kind of place. A business that says, "Let's go all the way to the ceiling with the glass doors to the wall-length wine storage case!" Fun fact: Calamari is the world's most popular appetizer. BUT, nobody does it like Capital, somehow turning that rubbery sea creature into a tender flavorful, crunchy-coated vacation of a bite! Best Calamari ever. I don't order steak at restaurants as a rule; too much disappointment, but... My colleague, who has been here before, tells me "This IS the place you order steak." Porcini Rubbed Bone-In Ribeye with 15 yr old Aged Balsamic. Oh, and Yeah! Cooked, um, med rare, perfectly. So much flavor in the meat and the crust is its own little adventure of peppery, salty, umami goodness. The table shares a Lobster Mac 'N' Cheese... Whaaat?!? Party! Texture between the al dente pasta, the melty cheese sauce, and the lobster with baked bits of oven crisped edges... After a few drink refills, which they are on top of!... ...down a long distinguished corridor near the back, leads to the left, (and then again) down a long distinguished corridor with restrooms left and right. Very Hotel. Clean large tiles, smooth muted beige color palette with Obsidian stone counters and backsplashes. On theme? Maybe not, but definitely on par! Get out of here anyway, before everybody else finishes that Mac N Cheese! Definitely will return for more...when budget and tax return allows... read more
2 months ago
It is the season of the HRW. It's been a while since we have been to Capital Grille and this is a perfect excuse to revisit. We made a reservation and went with another couple. Upon arriving, we were quickly seated. We started with clam chowder and iceberg wedge salad. You also have an option for lobster bisque for an extra charge. I had the iceberg wedge salad pre-cut. It came with 2 crispy honey covered bacon. Yum! For mains, we ordered the NY strip (upgrade), slice filet mignon with mushrooms (upgrade) and salmon. The NY strip was really good... probable the best steak I've had during this year's HRW. Definitely worth the upgrade. It was cooked perfectly for mei rare. The filet mignon and salmon were also delicious but didn't get to try them. They brought creamed spinach and mashed potatoes for the table. Pretty filling. We had some leftovers. For dessert, we each ordered different things like cheesecake, expresso chocolate cake and crème brûlée. The flourless chocolate cake is for chocolate lovers. Can't go wrong! The cheesecake and crème brûlée was yummy as well so can't go wrong whatever you choose. Ambiance is dark and is a fine dining restaurant so need to dress up a bit. Staff was great and often coming by to check on us including the manager. Highly recommended if you are looking for a place to go for HRW. read more
came to capital grille on a weekday :) very solid option if you are a steak-lover we started with: - Pan-Fried Calamari with Hot Cherry Peppers (can be a little spicy, lots of peppers) - Salad | Field Greens Salad with Parmesan Vinaigrette - Filet Mignon 10 oz (the best steak 100/10: we like it better than other household names, perfect medium rare & seasoning) - Sam's Mashed Potatoes - Grilled Asparagus with Lemon Mosto - Flourless Chocolate Espresso Cake (very subtle sweetness, must-order) we opted for valet parking ($10, but the restaurant can validate your ticket to be $5) tho you can also park in the garage nearby classic feels and great staff + service read more
4 months ago
The service at this restaurant is unmatched! A few coworkers and I came here to celebrate a birthday, and when we arrived, they had decorated our table with birthday confetti, a very thoughtful touch. They also gave the birthday girl a rose, which made her feel extra special. It's the little details like these that truly set this place apart. Celso was one of our servers, and although I unfortunately don't remember the other server's name, they were both attentive, knowledgeable, and genuinely kind throughout our meal. I've dined here before and had the crab cakes, which were absolutely AMAZING! This time, I ordered the Signature Burger, and it was full of flavor. I especially liked that the pickles are made in-house, which gave the burger a unique twist. The fries were served hot and fresh, which I always appreciate. We ended our lunch with dessert, and I loved that they brought out two dessert plates for the entire table to share. This is a great place to celebrate a birthday, and they even have a private dining room that can accommodate up to 15 guests. I highly recommend this restaurant if you're looking for a unique steakhouse with an excellent variety of menu options and exceptional service! read more
1 month ago
3.5/5 food 5/5 service 5/5 ambience especially for date night! The free bread and butter were good starters! We ordered the lobster mac and cheese, the filet mignon with cipollini onions and mushrooms, and the scallop and lobster risotto. I thought the filet mignon was cooked to perfection and very tender, however, I thought it needed more salt/flavor. The scallops were crazy good, but the risotto falls short in comparison (I also thought this one lacked salt). The lobster mac and cheese was very yummy with big pieces of lobster in it and I loved the amount of breadcrumbs on it. We received free dessert bc of a birthday celebration and both cheesecake and the flourless chocolate espresso cake were divine! The chocolate cake was very rich, but I loved it. Overall, the place is not bad, but I had higher expectations for an upscale restaurant. read more
Father's Day dinner with reservations; we quickly got seated in a very nice room with a Fathers Day background! Our server, Xiomara I believe was her name was so attentive and suggested house favorites. We had the Rockefeller oysters for an appetizer, they were okay, a bit cold for my taste. We also had the lobster and steak meal and the salmon dish which were both nicely cooked and well seasoned along with the lobster Mac and cheese. The restaurant was clean, intimate with valet parking (able to validate) and a nice wine selection. We enjoyed our experience and will definitely come again; pricing for 3 people was about $220 but it is fine dining so expected the higher price. Business casual is welcomed. read more
Had a work dinner at The Capital Grille and was pleasantly surprised. I'm usually skeptical of steakhouses because I feel like steak is often better at home, but everything here was excellent. We started with the calamari, tuna tartare, & lamb chops. All fresh and flavorful! I also ordered the lobster bisque, which was rich and comforting. The highlight for me was the lobster and scallop risotto, perfectly cooked seafood and a creamy, well-balanced risotto. The service was fantastic: attentive, polished, and exactly what you'd expect from an upscale spot. The restaurant itself is beautiful and was packed even on a Wednesday night, which says a lot. Great place for business dinners or a special occasion. I'd definitely come back! read more
The Capital Grille is a wonderful place for date night, special celebration with family , or just a classy vibe. Full of delectable eats and a top notch service that is unbeatable. From the valet parking, the waitstaff, and the greeters I was truly impressed. Now the EATS!!!! This dining event was called "Wagyu & Wine" and the selection I made was the Waygu Cheeseburger (Bleu cheese). Mouth watering and full of "tenderism" Also, as a starter we had the Calamari extra crispy!! The wine selection was excellent and matched flavor combinations of the full experience. If you are in City Centre of Houston/ Memorial City area and you want to treat yourself to a sexy yet classy evening this is your place!!!! Enjoy!!! read more
4 days ago
We dined here for Easter Brunch and overall it was delicious. We valet parked which was $5 if you're dining at a restaurant. The restaurant is nicely decorated and the noise level was appropriate. We were seated immediately when we checked in. My grandson had the chicken fingers with fries and he enjoyed them! We started out with the oysters on the half shell, which were smaller than I expected but they were good. My husband and I had the Cold-Smoked Salmon and Avocado Toast and it was delicious. My daughter had the clam chowder and she said it was good. I had the Lobster Frittata, which was delicious but the hash brown was overcooked. My daughter and husband had the filet mignon and egg and they said the steak was good but it was a little salty and overcooked on the outside but good on the inside. I had The Doli, my husband had the High Flyer, and my daughter had the French 75 and they were all great! Our server, Donald/Don was amazing and the general manager stopped by the table to see if everything was great. Overall it was a great dining experience. read more
10 months ago
This is hands down one of my favorite places. Every time I come here, it feels familiar, comforting, and consistently great. The food is always delicious, the quality never slips, and it's a spot I truly enjoy coming back to again and again. Some places just become part of your routine and your memories -- this is one of them. Reliable, welcoming, and always worth it. Definitely recommend. read more
4 months ago
1 year ago
5 stars I had such a great experience at The Capital Grill!e I didn't get any pictures of my food (too busy enjoying every bite ), but I did manage to grab a quick video of the wine pour during the wine tasting--definitely a nice touch and added to the overall experience. For my meal, I had the sea bass topped with crab, and wow... just so good. It was perfectly cooked and full of flavor. I paired it with the Brussels sprouts and mashed potatoes, which were both amazing--no notes! I was curious about the cream of spinach, and even though my server recommended the Brussels sprouts (which I'm glad I got), he was thoughtful enough to bring out a sample of the spinach for me to try. I really appreciated that level of service. Overall, everything--from the food to the wine to the service--was top tier. I'll definitely be back! read more
2 years ago
I had the wine and wagyu special that was only $35. It was absolutely incredible! What a value too. I didn't know if I would be treated as a second class citizen when ordering it but that was not the case at all. The bread and soft butter they serve prior to the meal was just spot on wonderful. The burger choices are great - you will find one of the three choices to suit your fancy. I didn't opt for the truffle oil or blue cheese burger and just went for a basic one and it was GLORIOUS! A regular burger from a fast food joint would be like eating out of a dumpster or being served a bucket of vomit, by comparison. That's how TERRIFIC the burger was and the wine too. I love Duckhorn. read more
I enjoyed the stellar service for our Christmas dinner with the family at The Capital Grille. Hostesses, Waiters, and server's assistants were all terrific. Especially with our 1yr old who they doted on hand and foot the entire time. They lived up to the high end steak house standard of care that you expect. Valet parking up front is $5, but there is a garage a bit of a walk away if that's your style. My steak here was fantastic! As suggested by our server James, I went with the Kona crusted Bone-in Ribeye. Excellent portion size, and the coffee flavor profile was just different enough to be memorable and familiar at the same time. Was the absolute highlight item of my Christmas break meals. Everything else was good to ok. We got some fried calamari and pepper that were fine, Crab cakes that were passable, and some fried prosciutto and mozzarella that was great (because how could you go wrong?). My lobster bisque had a fair amount of meat, but the soup didn't punch as hard as I would've thought, maybe had too much cream. The sides were also just fine compared to some other high end places, baby loved the mashed potatoes. TL/DR; the steak here is near perfect, but the apps and sides leave a little to be desired. Service is impeccable! read more
The service FANTASTIC The drinks AMAZING The overall atmosphere CHIC and UPSCALE The flavor of the food IMMACULATE The food poisoning I suffered from the seafood? The WORST. Like almost went to the ER bad. Experienced numbness, chills, tingling all over, ect which I've never dealt with before when dealing with food poisoning. Thankfully, I have a cousin who's a doctor who chalked it up to most likely being ciguatera poisoning. This was back in May so it's been awhile. 3 of us went together, and all of us ordered seafood but different plates. I ate all of my plate along with a lobster bisque AND a few bites of the other 2 peoples plates. Like I said EVERYTHING was delicious, just upsetting that I got sick from their food. The Pan-Seared Sea Bass was my plate and it was *chefs kiss* delicious. I don't plan on avoiding this place, quite frankly wish I could go back but FOR ME at the moment it's too pricey. read more
11 months ago
The Capital Grille has always been great and memorable. The service, food, drinks and ambiance are nicely done, and our recent dinner experience at the Houston - CityCentre location was no different. This place is deserving of a high rating. Their shellfish platter, lobster macaroni and cheese and tuna appetizers were such a treat, and the bone-in ribeye was perfection. Each menu item is better than the next and truly enjoyable. Five stars for a great dinner experience. read more
2 years ago
I was not impressed with this steakhouse at all. I ordered online and picked my food up to go. I arrived at the designated pick up time, 40 mins after my order was placed, and my food was not ready. They offered me a soft drink to accommodate and I accepted. My boyfriend placed an online order for me as an anniversary lunch. From his end, it seemed as if he had paid, since he entered his card info and the amount of the order was deducted from his balance. Oddly though, upon receiving my food, I was also asked for payment. I paid, but also explained that my boyfriends card had already been charged. I was assured that the charge on his card was solely an authorization hold and that it would fall off. That is stupid. If it's a hold then send the charge through once I get the food. No reason why I should have to present payment upon arrival if you already have card info on file. My food was just as bad, if not worse, than the payment process. I ordered a medium ribeye, truffle fries and lobster-crab cakes. My steak was sooo tough. My goodness, I was so disappointed in how tough it was. I was cutting forever, I was chewing forever, and I pulled way too many tendons out of my mouth. Overall I was just extremely displeased with the quality of the meat. My fries were good. While the fries themselves were comparable to somewhere like chilis, the garlic/truffle flavor was really tasty. The crab cakes were not good either. The lobster meat was rubbery and the crab was overworked. I prefer my crab cake with lumps of crab meat, but here the crab cake consisted of shreds. I would also like to point out that the dish is advertised as two crab cakes and I received one large one. Maybe if they had split it in two, the lobster meat wouldn't have been so over-cooked. Houston has a plethora of steakhouses that beat this place by a landslide. I heard from friends that Cap Grille was not great, but I wanted to try it for myself. After this experience, I can confirm, they were telling the truth and it is indeed not great. Will not be returning Also, this was the only place I swiped my card yesterday. The transaction was completed at the back of the house, out of my sight, and by 10PM last night I had received an alert that an attempt to charge $1500 was made. Do with that info what you will. read more
3.5 edging to 4 Took my wife and children out to the capital Grill on a Saturday evening. The ambiance is nice and stylish and about what your would expect from an upscale steakhouse. The Service was very good, but not the best I have had at a top end steak house. They did not scrape breadcrumbs, but did offer hot towels. I would not say the service was bad our waiter was very friendly and accommodating. As a family we ordered and shared several items. Table Bread: Very nice selection of breads with butter. There was 4 distinct breads in the basket, and I will say they all were nicely made with a varying flavor and texture. One of the best selections of table bread I have had at any steakhouse. Lobster and Crab cakes, $26: 2 good sized cakes served with tartar and what I would call a corn relish. They were nicely prepared with large lumps of meat and a slightly fried exterior. The Tartar was very good and the corn added some interesting sweetness when mixed with the cake. Great to share between a couple people, or possibly a meal for a light eater. Cold Shellfish platter, $60: A chilled 1 LB lobster, 6 jumbo cocktail shrimps and 6 oysters. the lobster was cooked perfectly and came out of the shell with no effort and the meat was not chewy. The Jumbo shrimp were very good size and texture. The cocktail sauce was great match for the shrimp. The Oysters were a bit of a disappointment. I know that it was not really in season, but they were very small and mushy. While oysters have very little texture and chew as it is, these were almost just slime. The flavor of them was not bad, they were just not very apitizing. Blackberry Bourbon Sidecar, $15: This was not a bad drink, but It did not seem strong at all. and it did not have much of a distinct flavor, even though there was several unique ingredients and garnashes. In the end it was just a sweet drink that was ok, but not memorable. Stoli Doli, $15 "The Houses Signature drink": Better than the Sidecar, however still just ok. I also felt it was a bit weak. The flavor was smooth so someone who is looking for a drink without any burn would like this one. Au Gratin Potatoes, $12: Average sized portion of Potatoes, probably enough for 4 good servings. They were creamy and had a nice toasty breadcrumb crust on top. The flavor was fine, not the best I have ever had. I was not disappointed in the side, but it was nothing special. Creamed Spinach, $11: Same sized portion as the Potatoes. Big disappointment. Not super creamy and the flavor was bland at best. I honestly mixed them with the potatoes and other sauces to try and make them taste better, it did not help. Seared Salmon with Tomatoes and White Wine Butter, $42: A medium piece of salmon, that was flaky and cooked nicely. We ordered the sauce on the side so the kids could eat some without the sauce. The sauce itself was very nicely done. Dry Aged NY Strip 14oz, $53: We ordered the steak medium so the kids could have some. It came out properly cooked and was very tender. It was a good size and had a great flavor. The steak was probably the best dish we had. I liked the Capital Grill and feel that they hit all the important parts of being a competent upscale steakhouse. With that said I was not wowed by anything and was a little disappointed in a few items. I think this would be a fine place to take a date or someone for a specials occasion. The price is mostly in line with other Steak houses in Houston so expect to spend $75+ per person. I am in no hurry to go back any time soon, but would say that I would not be opposed to giving them another try. In the end competent seems to sum up the experience. I would recommend The Capital Grill and would return. read more
11 months ago
1 year ago
I stopped in for lunch today as they are in the ground floor if our office building. We entered a back door entrance right off from the elevator. We reviewed the lunch menu and it has a few good deals. We decided to sit on the patio as it was a nice day out. We all had the Cobb salad with sliced filet. It was excellent. It was probably one of the best Cobb salads that I've had. There was a new employee/bartender training and she offer us to try a few cocktails in the house. How could we refuse. They were pretty good and refreshing. I think one of my friends got a vodka infused one and mine was a Woodford reserve one in a martini type glass that was pretty strong. The 3rd one was a margarita type. The service was excellent and I will definitely return the next time o go to my office. read more
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4 years ago
First time here to celebrate my boyfriends birthday and I love it. On the reservation i wrote it was his birthday they had a cute little set up for him. Our server Chris was absolutely amazing, friendly, honest and took care of us. The bread was BOMB Made us feel very welcomed! The vibes in the restaurant was nice but we did have this big table next to us being really really really loud but whatevs lol Boo got the steak and lobster and that came with mash I have the steak with mushrooms and onions and we ordered the lobster mac and spinach, We had to send the spinach back it was so salty OMG but other than that we will definitely be back and probably ask for Chris because he's awesome. Typically expensive hyped steak restaurants aren't that good and over priced but I didn't have any complaints on this one! read more
First time at this location. It's beautiful! And was so elegantly decorated for the holidays. What a great reprieve from the bustle of city center. Really nice bar environment with excellent service by Damien and nice engaging patrons. All employees were extra friendly. The lady who brought my to go order from the kitchen was so gracious and kind. Food is always tasty and consistent. We adore the flourless chocolate cake so just that alone is worth a visit! read more
To start, we indulged in oysters and tartare that exceeded all expectations due to its freshness. I was also able to try the lobster bisque but do not recommend it (heavy on the cream). The star of the show was undoubtedly the selection of steaks - cooked to absolute perfection. The addition of shallot butter elevated the steak to new heights, adding a rich and savory layer that complemented the meat flawlessly. And then came the coconut cream pie - a sublime conclusion to the savory steak. The velvety texture, balanced sweetness, and coconut infusion created a lasting impression as this was the first coconut cream pie I've had. Service was impeccable. Our waiter treated up with utmost respect and was attentive throughout the entire night. Apart from food and service, the only thing I dislike is the outdated environment. read more
3 years ago
I ordered the cob salad with sliced tenderloin and I was pleasantly surprised by how delicious it was. The salad was fresh and crisp, with a variety of toppings such as bacon, cheese, eggs, tomatoes, and avocado. The dressing was creamy and tangy, complementing the salad well. The star of the dish was the sliced tenderloin, which was cooked to perfection. It was tender, juicy, and flavorful, with a nice crust on the outside. I enjoyed every bite and had to save half of it to take home to my wife, who also loved it. This was a unique and satisfying take on the classic cob salad, and I would definitely order it again. Our waiter was quick to offer to take a photo of us . Then, went above and beyond with printing out a photo for us before we left. The atmosphere is clean and artistic. Best quick and delicious place to grab lunch. read more
2 years ago
Fantastic service, atmosphere, and food. I highly recommend dining here if in town. The filet was perfectly cooked and delicious! read more
5 years ago
Visit here after visit our friends wedding event at the moran hotel. The food and service was good. My honey thought it was a bit slow, especially since we just drop end to eat, and exit. The clam chowder was really tasty, I'll ordered that soup again. My only flaws was the crab cakes wasn't large as I expect (Since it's description is two large crab cakes). I don't believe they worth the listed amount. Plus it was a bit warm on our visit. read more
Wow! All I gotta say is that the food was HEAVENLY. I've been to a lot of steakhouses in Houston's but this has to be top 2. Everything we ordered was cooked to PERFECTION. Also, the service was phenomenal. 5/5 ,11/10, or whatever this place was truly amazing. read more
3 years ago
Seriously thee best Capital Grille location I've been too. The bartender (Skinny & Black hair -works some nights), she is truly top tier! I mean amazing, when I find her name, I'm updating this. The food was 10/10 & the service 100/100. The Brussel sprouts and mashed potatoes read more
2 years ago
The ambiance was nice. This was my husbands and I first time eating at Capitol Grille. I believe our waiters name was James. He did an awesome job. The manager came by to check our table, which was nice. My food was delicious. I ordered the lamb chops, which were tasty. Now, I wasn't pleased with my cocktail because who puts ice in a martini, which made it watered down, especially for the price. I don't mind paying for drinks, but I dont like paying for a watered-down drink. I didn't feel like sending it back, but ice does not go in a martini. Our food came out really quick. My lamb chops were delicious and cooked medium, as I requested. Now my husband asked for medium on his steak, but it wasn't cooked medium. He chose not to send it back because we were hungry. Overall, I would visit again because of the service received. It's a nice date night spot. -CITY CENTRE LOCATION read more
8 months ago
Decided to go out for New Year's Eve with the family to enjoy the last day of 2023. Dined at Capital grille and ordered Nueske's Cherrywood Smoked Bacon with Korean Bbq as a started and enjoyed some courtesy bread while waiting for our appetizer. The Korean BBQ bacon was very delicious and just melted in your mouth. It was served with what tasted like pickled onions (small portion) and went perfectly well with the dish. As For entrees, my son had the filet mignon (medium well) and he mentioned was good. Can't go wrong with filet mignon. My husband had the tomahawk veal chop served with sage butter, marasala jus and prosciutto that he did not enjoy so much as it was very salty. I had the pleasure of having the double cut lamb chops (medium rare) that were delicious. They weren't the best I've ever had, but not the worst. Along with entrees, a caramelized French onion soup and Parmesan fries for the table that everyone enjoyed. For dessert, enjoyed the créeme brûlée served with fruits and powdered sugar to top it off. Very creamy and delicious after eating so much meat. Our waiter was very attentive and kind to us. There was a mix up with one of our dishes and he was nice enough to comp of us for it. During our meal, we saw many families and friends dining together enjoying the last day of the year like us. The restaurant was very busy but the service did not slow down. Waiters kept coming to refill our drinks and asking if everything was ok. We enjoyed our last day of 2023 dinning here among family. read more
3 years ago
This is becoming one of my favorite places. Food is great, love stolli dolli and by glass wine selection. Oysters were delish, tuna tartar super tasty and fillet mignon was cooked the way my daughter likes it. We celebrated my daughter's graduation, and they had set up a cute table with confetti and congratulations card. read more
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