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    The Capital Grille

    4.1 (46 reviews)
    Closed • 5:00 pm - 10:00 PM
    Updated 3 weeks ago

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    Travis C.

    Wow wow wow!!! What's a great place to celebrate my father's birthday. We made reservations for 6pm and they had an opening for us in the main dining area which was lovely. Our server was Rebecca and she was amazing and I highly recommend her as you can request your server. Now let's get to the food.. We started with oysters and calamari. Both were really great and I highly recommend them as starters, not too heavy. I ordered the Dry Aged NU strip au Poivre with Courvoisier Cream. I really enjoyed it and I'm glad I got the sauce on the side. Reason I like it on the side is because you can dip your streak inside or you don't have to use the sauce at all. We also had the lobster Mac & Cheese which was delicious. Had some huge chunks of lobster inside. Also had some of Sam's Mashed Potatoes which the kids liked. Overall it was a great dining experience and my father loved it. We highly recommend this place for celebrations.

    It was wicked sweet of them to include this gesture for our anniversary.
    Jay B.

    Oops!... I did it again. I booked a reservation at The Capital Grille....only to show up at the wrong one. Apparently in my over exhilarative state, I booked my rez at the Burlington location instead of the Salem one closer to us. So, take a lesson from me and double check the address before booking so that you don't end up as big a dingus as I am. Okay. Onto the review. As per our usual annual tradition for our wedding anniversary, we wanted to "go big or go home" so to speak. And let me tell you...CG is the place to do it. From the grand entry way to the overall decorum and jazzy music, you can rest assured the mood is set for a romantic evening to remember years over. Noise level of the crowd can range from moderate to noisy so....maybe bring a pair of earbuds if you're a misophoniac like myself. I wanna highlight up front that service was divine! Too bad I'm terrible at remembering names or else I'd grant our lovely waitress a shout out. I really need to start keeping my receipts until the review is written. Anywho.. Lobster bisque: This one wasn't even on the main menu. Apparently, it's classified as a special. The bisque itself was buttery with a rather generous portion of lobster. But it needed a bit of seasoning and didn't ring with that sherry flavor we're used to. Not to mention, it isn't finished table side like the menu said. Not a big deal, really. But if I could somehow combine the lobster portioning of this rendition with the bisque composition of The Nash Casino version we tried a few weeks ago, we'd have the ultimate lobster bisque. 8 out of 10. Lobster and Crab cake: Bloody hell is this ever good! I honestly couldn't get enough of this harmonious symphony of lump crab and lobster meat fusion. And the lemon basil aioli compliments it all brilliantly! 10 out of 10, every seafood fan ever needs to try this one! Cold filet sample thingy: Yeah...I have no idea what the $#!& this is actually called. Just know that it's tender and tasty as hell. They gave it to us as a sample. We didn't eat the blueberries, but overall....pretty damn good. Double Cut Lamb Chops: I say this without an ounce of exaggeration. But these could possibly be the tastiest lamb chops we've had so far! I'm talkin' a perfectly charred sear on the outside with an absolutely spot-on medium temperature nailed on the inside, and a benevolent portioning to boot. Neither of us are mint fans, so we skipped that part. But ultimately, it's a 10 out of 10. Sliced filet: Once again, the charred sear adds a level of flavor no words I type could possibly do it justice. I mean....life changing? You bet your ass it is! My one regret was not requesting the temp mid-rare because unlike many other steakhouses we've been to, CG absolutely nails all their temps with the utmost precision. Next time, I'll remember to trust the chefs more. Still, it didn't hinder the filet's tenderness one bit. Even the end pieces that were more mid-well tasted heavenly. Yes, folks - it's another 10 out of 10. Lobster mac: Wow. Just....wow. I can't even begin to describe how well blended the 5 cheeses are in this dish. We didn't need to add any additional seasoning whatsoever. It held a certain subtlety of sharpness without compromising any flavor. My one critique is that it was slightly lacking in lobster meat. Dunno why Ruth's Chris seems to be the only place that puts hella lobstah in their version. But it's no show stopper by any means. 9 out of 10. Overall, I couldn't think of a better way to celebrate 22 wonderful years with the love of my life. These folks definitely made it happen. Also, fun fact: I posted exactly 22 photos in this review. I swear I did NOT plan that to match up with the number of years we've been married. Funny how things work out, eh? The Capital Grille in Salem gets 5 succulent double cut lamb chops out of 5.

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    Tyler G.

    Great time here for a birthday. Staff was wonderful and so was all of the food. I always get french onion soup & NY strip and it was perfect. Would come back any day. Interesting location in this strip of establishments and valet was great too.

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    We celebrated our 25th wedding anniversary at The Capital Grille, and John Motto made the evening truly special. His service was attentive, professional, and friendly throughout our meal. We were pleasantly surprised with complimentary champagne and a beautiful dessert to help celebrate our milestone. Thank you, John, for helping make our anniversary such a memorable experience. We can't wait to return!

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    Always excellent service and dining experience! Had a great server, very good drinks and then entire meal was enjoyed by all 6 of us.

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    Excellent food and service. We highly recommend visiting this establishment. Can't wait to go back !

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    Amazing service and food. Steak was cooked as ordered. Best calamari I've ever had. Ambiance was the best in NH.

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    Our first time visiting and it was great . The food and the service was excellent. We will definitely be back .

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    Dreo

    Dreo

    4.1(61 reviews)
    1.6 mi

    Everything was perfect Sat at the bar…read more Drinks were tasty and food was delicious Bartender Charlie was spot on Will be back for another visit

    I visited Dreo on a Wednesday night expecting a nice, relaxed dinner, but unfortunately it happened…read moreto be Music Trivia Night. While that may appeal to some customers, it created an extremely loud environment that felt more like a bar than a restaurant. Between the amplified music, announcements, and crowd participation, it was difficult to have a normal conversation at our table. For diners looking for a quieter meal, it's worth knowing that Wednesday nights may not be the best time to visit. The service was friendly and attentive throughout the evening, and most of the food was good. We ordered the Caprese Salad, Chicken Bacon Ranch Flatbread, Grilled Chicken Pesto, and a Mango Poke Bowl. I understand there was a recent menu change, which is why my daughter decided to try the poke bowl. Unfortunately, while the ingredients seemed fresh, she felt the sauce didn't complement the dish well and threw off the overall flavor. Given the $26 price tag, that was disappointing. The pricing was another area that stood out. Most of the menu is on the higher end of casual dining, but what really caught my attention was the $5.99 charge for a bottle of San Pellegrino. Restaurant markups are expected, but nearly six dollars for bottled sparkling water felt excessive. Overall, Dreo has friendly service and some solid food options, but the combination of premium pricing, the disappointing poke bowl, and the very loud trivia-night atmosphere made it difficult to fully enjoy the experience. I would consider returning on a quieter night, but I think customers should be made more aware of how loud trivia nights can be before being seated.

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    Tavern in the Square - Smokehouse burger

    Tavern in the Square

    3.6(63 reviews)
    0.1 mi
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    Food is great atmosphere is open concept and sounds amplify…read more So if you are hard of hearing like me this may not be the place for you. Orders were App was bang bang broccoli- great flavorful change pace from the typical bang bang cauliflower we find at a lot of places. One main was lobster roll on a gluten free bun. Side was sweet potato fries. My wife really enjoyed this dish. Second main was Korean Krispy Chicken side of tater tots. Chicken was cooked correctly and the sauce amazing. Drink was a non alcoholic Guinness. I loved and recommend this dish. Our server came back and checked on us regularly and offered dessert at the end. Now was it worth a $100 lunch after tip? Yes it is. Life is too short to not enjoy yourself. Now eat some great food.

    3rd visit in a few weeks time, the bar service is PHENOMENAL! Our only complaints were the…read moreabsolute lack of air conditioning (90+ degrees out and no working air flow on the second floor)! You sit there for 30 minutes and you lose your appetite, causing the restaurant to lose money. Watched multiple people walk in and directly back out even with ample bar space. The food is some of the best I've had at the chain. Love the wings, feta dip, general tsos chicken, and burgers! Drinks and friendly conversation with bartenders is amazing! If you don't make a reservation, don't bother sitting anywhere but the bar. They have 6 hostesses on a given night and not a single one will greet you or act professional. Can't get an accurate wait time aside from "X number of people ahead of you". No communication that upper and lower level seating waits are different. At the end of the day, come here for the bar and decent food. Don't expect air conditioning or appropriate management.

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    Figaro's Martini Bar + Kitchen - NY strip

    Figaro's Martini Bar + Kitchen

    3.3(20 reviews)
    4.3 mi

    Last Tuesday night went to a late father's day dinner with family at Figaro's Martini Bar in…read moreWindham NH. We got there and half the menu was unavailable due to a "menu change". OK. So bad enough to stay open when half the menu is not available. But the the meals we order: 1. Rare ribeye -well done 2. Pork belly and scallops - cold and only 2 scallops vs 3 advertised. 3. Carrots were basically raw based on crunch 4. Chicken parm shows up with non described pasta, but it was good. The waitress was amazing, I cant imagine subjecting my employees to a half menu then executing it so poorly. So - restaurants are allowed to have bad nights, I get it. We eat out a lot. But we ask to see the manager. Jim comes over with a chip on his shoulder from the start. We explain we were disappointed in the fact the half the menu was unavailable, he starts rolling his eyes. Like a 14 year old teenager. So disrespectful. Then we call out all the issues, his response "everyone is entitled to their own opinions"... OK. Insane. Two people sent email to to the website which advertises a fast response. Nothing Today I commented on a facebook post and they deleted my comment and blocked me. Obviously they don't want feedback. Obviously they don't care they lost a repeat customer. Obviously they don't care that this is what spawns a bad review. Not that they had a bad night but that they don't even care to admit/fix bad behaviors... Good luck to people who go!

    This place is great! A hidden gem! We went for drinks and had a great time. Service was super fast…read moreand very clean inside with great style. Owner is very friendly too. Come here for a nice night out for drinks with friends it's very relaxing & worth the time.

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    Friendly Red's Tavern - Queso Dip

    Friendly Red's Tavern

    3.5(184 reviews)
    4.7 mi
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    Ya know, reading some of the previous reviews on this place can be a bit like riding the Yankee…read moreCannonball at Canobie Lake. There are highs, mids, AND lows. Despite all that, I can tell you upfront that our experience was more or less sublime. Naturally, there was one setback in particular that I just can't ignore (which we'll cover later). First, the good.. Clam chowder: Now, this was a March special. So, it's not on the regular menu, far as I can tell. But let me just say...this is by FAR some of the best damn chowder I've had in a restaurant! Granted, we're in New England. So, I'd expect nothing less. Just the same, it's worth mentioning. This chowder was perfectly seasoned to the point of not needing anything additional. And it had ALL the clams! SO many clams!! 10 out of 10, they really need to make this one more often! Queso dip: Again, we have a cheese sauce that's beautifully seasoned and creamy as all get out. One thing that perplexed us was the meat (or lack there of). We thought it would consist of larger chunks, but it was minced. Odd. I also would have enjoyed this one a lot more if the chips weren't so heavily salted. 8 out of 10, the cheese sauce is like liquid gold. Tavern burger: One thing I noticed both here and at the Derry location - not one person had taken a photo of the burgers. Like....ANY of them. So, I'm a guy who likes to view what he's about to get into. Far as first impressions go, this burger looked delectable! I'm talkin' the perfect charred sear, temperature nailed, cheese beautifully melted over top. Not to mention the kaiser rolls they used were brilliantly crisp on the outside, with a soft interior. Thing is....this burger would have been damn near perfect, if not for one thing: it was under seasoned. Quite weird, considering the hand cut fries were well seasoned. 9 out of 10, I'd still get this again and just sprinkle salt on the bottom or something. And for those wondering, wifey enjoyed her salmon salad also. Now then, I came across something peculiar when we first entered the place. When I went to utilize the facilities, one of the restrooms was allegedly closed for maintenance reasons. I say "allegedly" because, turns out....that was only HALF true. You see, their sink was broken. Okay. Fine. Whatever. It would have been helpful if they, ya know....mentioned the sink was broken as opposed to letting everyone THINK the restroom itself was ostensibly closed (as per the sign on the door). The whole thing was misleading and, quite frankly, unnecessary. Felt like a damn goober standing there in front of an almost perfectly functioning restroom. Btw, yes....they had hand sanitizer at the ready to accommodate the lack of sink in one bathroom. Anyway, service was excellent. Just a note though: it's loud as hell in here as you can very well imagine a bar & grill would be. But I weathered the storm easily thanks to my Loop Earplugs (no, that's not a plug. I swear!). So, yeah....overall, not that bad. No where near as bad as some folks suggested. Perhaps that was a different time. In any event, we shall return for future date nights. Till then, Friendly Red's Tavern in Windham is worth 4 bad ass burgers charred to utter perfection out of 5.

    Excellent food and service Drinks are also amazing…read moreI would highly recommend This restaurant

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    Bar view

    Friendly Red's Tavern - Burnt Texas toast and def not a medium burger patty

    Burnt Texas toast and def not a medium burger patty

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    The Capital Grille - steak - Updated October 2026

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