The Capital Grille

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(617) 849-7580

900 Boylston St (Massachusetts Avenue)
Boston, MA 02115 42.34817 -71.08776

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Neighborhoods: Back Bay, Back Bay West

www.TheCapitalGrille.com

Years in business

Established in 1991

Hours:

Sun 4pm-10pm

Mon-Wed 5pm-10pm

Thu-Sat 5pm-11pm

Price:

$$$$

Last updated 9.24.11

Category:

Restaurants, Bars & Pubs

Payment Methods:

American Express, Travelers Check, Gift Certificate, Diners Club, Discover, Visa, MasterCard

Catering Services:

Restaurant Management

Bar & Pub Special Features:

Martinis

Restaurant Special Features:

Local Favorite, Celeb Hangout, Private Rooms, Date Spot, Romantic Dining, Special Occasion Dining, Fine Dining, People Watching, Business Dining, Online Reservations, Group Dining, Dine At The Bar, Private Parties, Notable Wine List, Bar Scene

Liquor Store Special Features:

Wine Cellar

Cuisine:

Steakhouse, New American, Traditional American, Seafood

Smoking Permitted:

No

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The Owner

The Capital Grille

Owner

Join us weekdays for lunch and enjoy our new “Plates” menu – choose a soup, sandwich and side, all for $15 and served at the speed of lunch.We cordially invite you to join us at The Capital Grille. Whether you're celebrating a special anniversary or just stopping by after a stroll through Boston's historic streets, expect to be wined and dined. Our dry aged steaks have earned high praise from the nation's toughest food critics, and our seafood is flown in daily. Unwind and relax in "The Capital of New England" with a glass from our award-winning collection of over 350 wines; it's an experience…

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Eric Grossman

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The Scene – It's a bull market every night as countless business types carouse over expensive steaks and drinks. A stuffy, members-only atmosphere takes nothing away from the dining experience. The amazing wine list has won "Wine Spectator's" Award of Excellence. Service is truly exceptional, as waiters take pride in their efforts. – – The Food – Traditional, filling steakhouse fare is impeccably presented to beef-lovers of all stripes. The dry-aged steaks, hand-cut daily, are good enough to make you forget there's a real world outside the restaurant. As the entrees…

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ambiance
75.0% positive
  1. “wouldn't call this a romantic date spot, but it's a great place to come for a fabulous steak or other generous (and perfectly prepared) piece of meat.”
  2. “Service was good, but ambience was terrible.”
  3. “they took great care of me and i love the food, ambience, and service!”
  4. “Always busy so book but the ambience is fantastic and the food is awesome, the steaks are always well prepared and the sides compliment them well.”
  5. “Our server was very attentive without being intrusive, and the service overall was about making the diner feel comfortable and attended to.”
  6. “not a romantic spot AT ALL!”
  7. “nice atmosphere and good food but NO VALUE FOR YOUR $$$$$$$$$.”
  8. “The atmosphere is great, lots of old, original paintings, and dark, rich colors.”
dessert
100.0% positive
  1. “wine list is excellent and not over-priced like some and the deserts finish off a great meal.”
  2. “The lobster and crab cakes were an excellent appetizer, and the steak was superb.”
  3. “The steaks were incredible (I had the Steak au Poivre and he had the Kona rubbed Strip Steak) as was the appetizer, the side of mushrooms and the dessert.”
  4. “Our server brought us a slice of chocolate and espresso cake with a candle in it, which was also outstanding.”
drinks
100.0% positive
  1. “Our waiter was very attentive and remember our wine (we ordered by the glass) when asked for a second glass.”
  2. “wine list is excellent and not over-priced like some and the deserts finish off a great meal.”
  3. “The other foods I have tried are superb and the drinks well made.”
  4. “In contrast, the food there is top notch for the city and the restaurant is just a great place to have dinner and cool to kickback at your table, as long as you aren't at the bar.”
  5. “The bar is real nice.”
  6. “with a huge collection of fine wines however, the capital is quite good if you're a connoisseur, that was the best part i liked myself.”
  7. “Our server brought us a slice of chocolate and espresso cake with a candle in it, which was also outstanding.”
food quality
87.5% positive
  1. “... the cold shell fish platter is to die for!”
  2. “I've been there a handful of times, and I have always had a good steak and good side dishes, but it doesn't ever feel like it's worth the exorbitant prices.”
  3. “We were seated promptly and had a great server -- he was straight forward, friendly, personable and knew when to leave us alone so we could enjoy our meal.”
  4. “the prices were moderately high, and though well worth it, the food isn't as great as some other places around the area.”
  5. “wouldn't call this a romantic date spot, but it's a great place to come for a fabulous steak or other generous (and perfectly prepared) piece of meat.”
  6. “Quite honestly the best meal I have had in Boston.”
  7. “The steaks were incredible (I had the Steak au Poivre and he had the Kona rubbed Strip Steak) as was the appetizer, the side of mushrooms and the dessert.”
  8. “yes, it is a testosterone heavy restaurant with the dark wood, oil paintings, and nearly all-male waitstaff, but the capital grille is hands-down the best place for steak in boston.”
  9. “House salad, French onion soup, mashed potatoes and asparagus were terrific.”
  10. “It was absolutely the best steak I have ever had, crispy fatty edges, incredible taste - I can't wait to go back for another one!”
  11. “the best steak in boston”
  12. “There is nothing creative about the dishes, and since everything is a la carte, the bill creeps up even higher.”
  13. “did get the shrimp cocktail and raw oysters which were very enjoyable (but I rarely have disliked either of those dishes anywhere).”
  14. “In contrast, the food there is top notch for the city and the restaurant is just a great place to have dinner and cool to kickback at your table, as long as you aren't at the bar.”
  15. “Who doesn't love a great steak?”
  16. “Smallish portions, but fantastic food.”
  17. “nice atmosphere and good food but NO VALUE FOR YOUR $$$$$$$$$.”
  18. “This is by far the best place to get a steak and chow down on some great seafood”
  19. “The lobster and crab cakes were an excellent appetizer, and the steak was superb.”
  20. “The Capital Grille Simply has the best steaks I have had in Eastern Massachusetts.”
  21. “really like the quality of the meat at this place and will keep coming back, eventhough it is a chain restaurant.”
  22. “The food and service were terrific - -first rate!”
  23. “The place was full of life, and the food.”
  24. “had the worst meal of my life at the Capital Grille.”
  25. “The price is worth a great meal.”
  26. “The steaks are great, of course, but the other entrees are equally great.”
  27. “If you're looking to splurge on a tasty steak, look no further.”
  28. “Steak cooked perfectly - side dishes are expensive, but fabulous.”
  29. “The spinach was great and the mashed was creamy with chunks of potato.”
  30. “they took great care of me and i love the food, ambience, and service!”
  31. “cheers to them for making my meal that much more enjoyable.”
  32. “Despite the good steak and service the loudness will keep me away for a long time, def.”
  33. “My favorite steak house.”
  34. “Always busy so book but the ambience is fantastic and the food is awesome, the steaks are always well prepared and the sides compliment them well.”
  35. “One of the best salmon's I've ever had.”
  36. “The food was pretty good (the sliced filet very good) and after we ordered a 300 dollar bottle of cristal the service got remarkably better.”
  37. “wine list is excellent and not over-priced like some and the deserts finish off a great meal.”
  38. “The food was great - we both ordered steak although the portions are larger than I would have liked.”
  39. “Very good clam chowder and very large sides”
  40. “If you are looking for a great steak.”
  41. “Whether you're looking for steak, poultry, or seafood the Capital Grill is the best in town.”
  42. “Morton's is by far the best steak I've had and it continues to impress me everytime I go.”
  43. “overall the place is amazing, food is incredible.”
  44. “Although the food was good, if you're going to spend the money, go to the real deal.”
menu variety
25.0% positive
  1. “The menu is pricey,but nothin.”
  2. “The menu had a very nice selection although I tend to pick up if there are any vegetarian meals at expensive restaurants, didn't see any here.”
overall
91.66999816894531% positive
  1. “Although, I agree that the Capital Grille is a very, very nice restaurant - I do not agree that it's the Best 'Steak' in Boston.”
  2. “This is by far the best place to get a steak and chow down on some great seafood”
  3. “wouldn't call this a romantic date spot, but it's a great place to come for a fabulous steak or other generous (and perfectly prepared) piece of meat.”
  4. “It'They think that they are the best restaurant in town and have an attutude to go with it.”
  5. “In contrast, the food there is top notch for the city and the restaurant is just a great place to have dinner and cool to kickback at your table, as long as you aren't at the bar.”
  6. “yes, it is a testosterone heavy restaurant with the dark wood, oil paintings, and nearly all-male waitstaff, but the capital grille is hands-down the best place for steak in boston.”
return potential
100.0% positive
  1. “It was absolutely the best steak I have ever had, crispy fatty edges, incredible taste - I can't wait to go back for another one!”
service
100.0% positive
  1. “Also, the service is excellent.”
  2. “the service here is however the best i have ever had, kind, friendly and very informative wait staff.”
  3. “Our server brought us a slice of chocolate and espresso cake with a candle in it, which was also outstanding.”
  4. “Our waitress was very professional and very informative answering all of our questions.”
  5. “Our waiter was very attentive and remember our wine (we ordered by the glass) when asked for a second glass.”
  6. “The food was pretty good (the sliced filet very good) and after we ordered a 300 dollar bottle of cristal the service got remarkably better.”
  7. “The food and service were terrific - -first rate!”
  8. “The service was impeccable and the overall quality of the meals was outstanding.”
  9. “The service was great, although we got seated at a tiny two seater table that stuck out into the middle of the room.”
  10. “The service was great.”
  11. “they took great care of me and i love the food, ambience, and service!”
  12. “Our server was very attentive without being intrusive, and the service overall was about making the diner feel comfortable and attended to.”
  13. “Despite the good steak and service the loudness will keep me away for a long time, def.”
  14. “We were seated promptly and had a great server -- he was straight forward, friendly, personable and knew when to leave us alone so we could enjoy our meal.”
value
73.08000087738037% positive
  1. “The menu had a very nice selection although I tend to pick up if there are any vegetarian meals at expensive restaurants, didn't see any here.”
  2. “The price is worth a great meal.”
  3. “Smallish portions, but fantastic food.”
  4. “The food was great - we both ordered steak although the portions are larger than I would have liked.”
  5. “The menu is pricey,but nothin.”
  6. “wouldn't call this a romantic date spot, but it's a great place to come for a fabulous steak or other generous (and perfectly prepared) piece of meat.”
  7. “Although the food was good, if you're going to spend the money, go to the real deal.”
  8. “the prices were moderately high, and though well worth it, the food isn't as great as some other places around the area.”
  9. “The place is huge and very masculine.”
  10. “The food was pretty good (the sliced filet very good) and after we ordered a 300 dollar bottle of cristal the service got remarkably better.”
  11. “Steak cooked perfectly - side dishes are expensive, but fabulous.”
  12. “with a huge collection of fine wines however, the capital is quite good if you're a connoisseur, that was the best part i liked myself.”
  13. “I've been there a handful of times, and I have always had a good steak and good side dishes, but it doesn't ever feel like it's worth the exorbitant prices.”
wait time
66.66999816894531% positive
  1. “Silverware was slow to be replaced, as was water to be refilled.”
  2. “In contrast, the food there is top notch for the city and the restaurant is just a great place to have dinner and cool to kickback at your table, as long as you aren't at the bar.”
  3. “Despite the good steak and service the loudness will keep me away for a long time, def.”
5 Star Rating: Highly Recommended

09/17/11

Fantastic, excellent, perfect

by Cyme Jet at Citysearch

Fantastic staff ! The best.

Crackling fresh oysters, and the best caesar salad.

Best Steak au Poivre avaible. Unbelievably good.Filet Mignon melts in your mouth. Everything, prepared excellently.

One of the best dining experiences you'll have. There are other good steakhouses, but the Capital Grille delivers on every count, from service, to food, and decor.I was so impressed I wrote to the executive offices, and recieved an e-mail back within 24 hours thanking me for my compliments and business.

Again...great service. Thank you. Wonderful experience and highly reccomended.

4 Star Rating: Recommended

05/19/10

cougars a la bar

by beatrix at Citysearch

The Capital Grille bar has been a known Cougar-hangout since I was a tike. Always older women with their compacts pushing skin back and fixing eyeliner. It isn't always a nice cougar hangout for the upscale hip cougars. It is far more bland. The rumor has actually always been tat some of these ladies are escorts waiting to meet men or with otherwise. Rumors I say!

In contrast, the food there is top notch for the city and the restaurant is just a great place to have dinner and cool to kickback at your table, as long as you aren't at the bar. This bar is very popular among a certain species so who am I to say no

  • Pros: food
  • Cons: bar
1 Star Rating: Poor

02/26/09

GROSS & EXPENSIVE! NOT WORTH THE TRIP!

by ItsAmberDuh at Citysearch

I had the worst meal of my life at the Capital Grille. First, let me say that the menu consists of Steak, Steak, Steak, and more Steak. There is very little seafood, 1 chicken dish, and 1 lamb dish. No pasta, whatsoever. I ordered the grilled swordfish, and it was terrible. My husband (who eats everything) even said it was disgusting and didn't want it. I couldn't even get my dog to try it when I brought it home. The appetizers are OK (we had the smoked salmon platter, though the salmon was more raw than smoked, but whatever.) We had reservations for valentines day, and they sat us at the smallest table you can imagine (about the size of a small end-table) and we were crammed into a room well past the fire code. The wine list was extensive, but they charged $54 for a bottle of wine that I have since picked up at the liquor store for $12 -- not on sale. Since I had to rate it one star at the least, I'm going to say that one star is for the $8 onion rings. Both my husband and my dinners were overcooked. (he asked for medium, he got blackened. I had to use a knife to cut swordfish. Our server was neglectful, and the man serving the next table over ended up waiting on us most of the night. Basically, if you're near any other restaurant, I'd recommend you go there instead of the capital grille.

  • Pros: Onion Rings
  • Cons: Bad location, Bad Service, REALLY BAD FOOD, Bad Menu Selection
5 Star Rating: Highly Recommended

07/05/08

LOOKING FOR THE BEST SEVERES WITH THE BEST FOOD YOU CAN STARTED HERE!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

by MEETMEATMYRESTAURANT at Citysearch

CAPITAL GRILLE

I BEEN AROUND THE WORLD ABOUT TWO TIME IN MY LIFE AND THE ONE THING I LOVE IS SERVES THAT?S RIGHT IT COME FIST YOU CAN GET A GOOD MEAL ANY WHERE ABOUT WENDY?S MOMMA BACK YARD YET THE SERVES WITH GOOD FOOD IT THE WAY TO GO FOR ME

WHEN I TALK ABOUT A PLACE I GO TO DIN AT IT HAS TO BE AT THE TOP OF IT GAME

IF I BEEN HERE BEFORE , SAY MY NAME SO I FEEL LIKE YOU ARE HAPPY TO HAVE ME BACK, KEEP NOTES OF SOME OF THE THINGS I LIKE SO WHEN I CALL FOR A TABLE YOU ASK IF ILL BE HAVING ANY OF THESE ITEMS THAT NIGHT BUT MOST IMPORTIN IS HOW WILL MY GUESS FEEL

CAPITAL GRILLE IS ALL THAT AND THE FOOD IS OUT OF THIS WORLD I KNOW WHEN I WALK IN TO 1 IF IN ATL , LAS, OR BOS THERE BE NOTHING NEW I NEED TO KNOW OTHER THEN THE WAITER WHO I JUST MET YET MAKE ME FEEL LIKE WE HAVE BEEN KNOWING THIS FOR A LIFE TIME

IN ADDITION, TO ANY THING THAT ANY 1 WOULD SAY, ?THERE NO VALID!? YOU MAY JUST NEED TO STAY AT HOME WITH THE FAMILY. DUE TO YOU ARE LIKE EVERY 1 ELSE. YOU WANT TO BE WHERE EVERY BODY KNOWS MY NAME TOO, JUST LIKE ME!

PS THE PINEAPPLE

SMILE

MC

5 Star Rating: Highly Recommended

07/25/07

Best Meal In Boston

by annieward at Citysearch

The Capital Grille has a great reputation around the country for a reason. The service was great. The place was full of life, and the food... All members of my party were extremely satisfied. My filet, the potatoes au gratin, the asparagus - all perfect. Quite honestly the best meal I have had in Boston. It's pricey but worth it.

  • Pros: Amazing Food
  • Cons: Cha-Ching

The Details on The Capital Grille

Place Categories:

  • best steak
  • good food
  • great service
  • best place
  • great meal
  • very nice restaurant
  • wonderful dining experience
  • informative waitstaff
  • fabulous side dishes
  • very professional waitress
  • delicious people
  • worst dining
  • very attentive server
  • not like chain restaurants
  • not romantic date spot
  • pricey menu
  • best capital grill
  • not decent steakhouse
  • love ambience
  • outstanding overall quality
  • nice atmosphere
  • terrific candle
  • great stoli doli
  • real nice bar
  • fantastic book

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Message from The Capital Grille

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Join us weekdays for lunch and enjoy our new “Plates” menu – choose a soup, sandwich and side, all for $15 and served at the speed of lunch.

We cordially invite you to join us at The Capital Grille. Whether you're celebrating a special anniversary or just stopping by after a stroll through Boston's historic streets, expect to be wined and dined. Our dry aged steaks have earned high praise from the nation's toughest food critics, and our seafood is flown in daily. Unwind and relax in "The Capital of New England" with a glass from our award-winning collection of over 350 wines; it's an experience in itself.

We hope you will join us to dine on classically prepared fare in an atmosphere that is luxurious and relaxed. It would be our pleasure.

The Capital Grille

New $15 "Plates" Lunch Menu

Customize your lunch with a choice of sandwich, salad and side for $15. Exceptional cuisine & attentive service, all at the speed of lunch.

The Capital Grille - 900 Boylston StBoston, MA02115 - (617) 849-7580

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