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    The Capital Grille

    4.2 (519 reviews)
    Closed 5:00 pm - 10:00 PM
    Updated a few days ago

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    THE CAPITAL GRILLE ATMOSPHERE

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    Moderate noise
    Classy
    Upscale
    Dogs allowed

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    Mac 'N' Cheese
    Ediri N.

    Came here to celebrate Valentine's Day dinner with my wife. They have valet, but I didn't find it necessary because there is an open parking lot shared with other businesses with plenty of spaces. Valet was still courteous to open the restaurant doors for us, despite us not using their service. Unexpectedly, they had a nice Valentine's Day back drop inside for pictures, and they also provide a single rose to my wife which was a nice touch for the occasion. While it was expected to be busy for valentines (and it was), we were seated immediately upon checking in for our reservation. Uncharacteristically, my wife and I opted for no drinks or appetizers, as we wanted to get straight to the main entrees. I chose their 10oz filet and had it Oscar style which was amazing! It was my first time having a steak that way and it is now one of my favorites! To pair, we shared Mac n cheese (without lobster) and creamed spinach. Both were great. We opted out of dessert though as nothing stood out to us. This was a pleasant experience and one of the much better steakhouses I've been to in Houston. Definitely recommend.

    Steak with crab
    Barbara V.

    Daily specials are worthwhile Love the Texas CattleMan decor. Zach our server is an asset. Excellent food , service and ambiance

    Did not order well done!
    Josh Y.

    Steak was overcooked and much smaller than advertised. Good service, nice ambiance, but at this price point it should not be some tiny charred thing when it's advertised as a 18oz dry aged strip steak. Not cool Capital Grille with an e.

    Onion dip, filet sliders, lamb chops, garlic shrimp, greyhound martini, and old fashioned.
    Tiphany B.

    Went to Capital Grille for happy hour yesterday and it was outstanding. We had the cast iron garlic shrimp, sliders, lamb chops, and onion dip and every single thing was delicious. My favorites were the shrimp and the sliders, which honestly surprised me because I am usually not a sliders fan at all. The peach bourbon smash, old fashioned, and greyhound martini were really good too. Solid food, great drinks, great vibes. Oh... we will absolutely be back.

    Starter salad...

    The Capital Grille is a reliable standby for an early evening meal on the weekend. Started off with garlic shrimp and a few cocktails from the happy hour menu. The shrimp was quite solid, and I would definitely order again! Followed up with a ribeye steak, creamed spinach and mushrooms (which can be ordered in half portions). We tried the porcini rub on the steak, but I would honestly pass on that option. Interesting idea, but Im a purist who prefers the steak unadulterated!

    Bone-In Kona Crusted Dry Aged NY/KC Strip with Shallot Butter
    Jason B.

    Loved this visit When we try new steakhouses we try to get as much as we can to really get an idea of how good the food is overall and if we will want to come back. Houston has a ton of options so you have to wow us at the price point to get me to come back. Wine list was ok, typical mark ups. We grabbed a bottle and ordered the chilled shellfish to we're to start with. It was great loved everything that came with it. Lobster, crab, oysters, and prawns. Had all the classic accompaniments too. Would definitely order this again. Then we moved on to the steaks. These were incredible. I'm surprised I don't hear much about their steaks because they are better than papas bros which came highly recommended and quite a few other steakhouses as well. My wife got the Kona-Crusted Dry Aged Bone-In NY Strip with Shallot Butter and I went with the Dry Aged NY Strip au Poivre with Courvoisier Cream. Both came a perfect medium rare and were seasoned to perfection. We shared bites and were equally impressed with both steaks. A few let downs but not enough to take a star. The lobster Mac n cheese was just ok. Not even close to as good as Steak 48 nor Mastros but the steaks were easily on par with both. The vibe and atmosphere of the place was great. However, we were seated really close to the front and near the hostess table. So unfortunately, we didn't get fully immersed in the beautiful vibe of the restaurant. It has that "old money" style and decor. I really liked. Overall, I will definitely be back for more steaks and shellfish towers but will be more picky about where we are seated. Til' next time!

    Brittany W.

    This is by far one of my favorite places to in ever. So simple, yet so elevate, understated, but still a statement recommendation. Oysters are always delicious, top tier, fresh, light, so good. Lobster Mac decadent, Caesar is delish. Service is next level, inviting, accommodating, kind, funny lol I sat at the bar. The gentleman behind it was a 10/10 on his own. The ambiance is sexy, the lighting is just right. Perfect for any date night, grabbing a quick dinner, out with the girls, literally anything. And you can watch all the sports you want!!

    Caesar Salad with Grana Padano Croutons
    Adrian Z.

    Came in on Saturday night, with reservations. We were seated promptly. Our server was great and efficient. Food: Filet Mignon- ordered it Medium. Was cooked perfectly but it was overly salted. Took some of the flavor away from the meat. Mashed Potatoes- the sides are ordered separately from your entree. It's a good value for the price as the portion is huge, could easily have 3 people eat from one. Flavor was great. Caesar Salad- as a Caesar salad expert, this is a great salad. Portion was perfectly. The dressing isn't fishy, which can happen sometimes. We love the vibe of this restaurant, it's very old school. Service from the front to the table, is impeccable. A perfect dinner date, when you want something with an upscale relaxed fit.

    Black Tie Margarita
    Joe S.

    Give me a Capital G for Great!!! This restaurant in the Galleria area of Houston was top notch for a business dinner. We had a table of 7 and other than it being a 3 hour event (mostly our fault), it was a grand experience. Service was spectacular with water refills happening seemingly after each sip, wine pouring when a glass was almost empty, and clearing plates and silverware as if we were all kings who wouldn't dare use a fork twice. Their Lobster Bisque was probably the best version I've ever had, and I don't say that lightly. There were huge pieces of lobster in the velvety orange creamsicle colored bisque. I think I even had an intact claw in there! So good! The appetizer of fried calamari was also damn good, with no rubbery parts and lots of crunchy tentacles. These disappeared pretty fast! I ordered the Seared Tuna and the piece was beautiful and big and so fresh and flavorful. All the accompaniments were delicious as well and after bread, soup, and apps, I couldn't finish it all. There are plenty of nice options in the Galleria area, but I'd put this Capital Grille up against all of them. Just make sure someone else is paying and you'll love it!

    Flavor was there and the sauce was delightful
    Cimone S.

    Ordered online 2/9/25 for super bowl game about 200$ for the food . I went early waited in my vehicle was thinking they would send a follow up text /email when was ready but nothing so went in hostess says they wait for someone to come in to bag it i guess but what is the purpose of curbside then? I ordered medium well chops and to me was more medium (wasnt running ) then medium well way too much pink the dry age steak was cooked medium well as requested. I think next time ill dine in and ensure medium well it was great in terms of flavor fatty but juicy.

    Ketel Martini... what a shocker
    David Rey S.

    O. M. G. - I've had mixed experiences here. Tonight was noteworthy. Amazing service. CHECK. Ridiculously great steak. CHECK. Giant Martini glass. CHECK. Friendly bartender. CHECK. Enjoyable banter with regulars. CHECK. (note I'm visiting from LA). My favorite Capital Grille's are dark and have dark wood paneling. CHECK. I'm from Boston and love the original locations: Providence. Newbury Street. Route 9 Chestnut Hill (my favorite by far). So we had; New York Steak, Gorgonzola Cheese encrusted. Perfect medium temperature. I mean PERFECT. I literally wanted to hug the chef. Perfect medium temp. Standard Creamed Spinach. Delicious. Last time here = fail. This time = Home Run.

    Seared Citrus Glazed Salmon with Marcona Almonds and Brown Butter
    Zakariya G.

    Me and my friend go here every year and do their generous pour coupled with Houston's restaurant week and it's always divine! My most recent visit was August 2025!

    We split tonight's special. 10oz Filet Mignon with lobster tail and Au Gratin Potatoes
    Thais G.

    The food was delicious , very nice restaurant with classic steakhouse vibes. Zack was our waiter and took really good care of us.

    Fantastic Flourless Chocolate Cake !!!

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    Food, service and ambiance were just wonderful. I just wish the Galleria area one were open for lunch weekdays. The other is far for us.

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    Very good service and excellent food. Really enjoyed it. Obviously for steak it's on the pricey side to be expected.

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    I celebrated my birthday here and the food was absolutely amazing! Steak was perfection

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    Barcelona Wine Bar

    Barcelona Wine Bar

    4.4
    (295 reviews)
    4.0 mi
    $$$

    My wife and I's favorite restaurant in the city! Great vibe, great service and great food! Quality…read moreof the food and ingredients is next level! Great wine selection, Estrella if you are a beer person and some stellar cocktails! All the tapas is great but do yourself a favor and order the chicken pimientos... best dish in Houston! They also accommodate for vegetarian and vegan eaters!

    Came here for my birthday dinner and everything was amazing. We had a reservation for 7:15 pm on a…read moreFriday and the place filled up after that. Our server was checking in on us very frequently and she explained the menu to us when we told her we hadn't been before. The manager on duty also had stopped by and introduced herself. They told us up front that tapas would be able to be out quickly with only up to a 10 minute wait but that larger plates could be up to a 45 minute wait. We ordered several tapas and one large plate half order. I don't know much about wine, personally, but the drinks we did get were amazing. The restaurant itself was very pretty as well, lots of natural lighting and then low lighting as the sun went down. The music was low and we were able to hear each other well, apart from one group across the room that would get rowdy but I can't blame them for having a good time. Our food was all delicious and I forgot to take pics of some of them because we devoured them so quickly. Not pictured, we ordered the grilled asparagus and focaccia. I highly recommend all of what we ordered.

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    Sixty Vines

    Sixty Vines

    4.4
    (1.5k reviews)
    3.5 mi
    $$

    Good selection of wine. Menu is not expensive and good. Will go again to test other of their wineread more

    Cannot say enough good things about this place. Have had lunch here and now dinner. We first…read morevisited in The Woodlands. Such a good experience that we went last night for date night. First, we got there pretty early for our reservation. We sat almost immediately upon check in. Our waiter was in training but did a really good job. Ordered a whiskey sour. Was seated at the bar so I got to watch it be made. The bartender- man that guy never stopped. He was organized and just did his thing. So many pretty drinks were made while I was there watching. The pink one, whatever it was, was really pretty! On to the food. We got two apps, two meals, and two desserts. Husband ordered the Brussels, Steak Frites, and the Devil's Affogato. I got the Bacon covered Dates, the Pizza, and the Sticky Toffee Cake. The Brussels were good - husband liked them more than me. They were good. Had cashews in them. Little spicy. The bacon covered dates. Think this was my favorite bite. Sweet, salty, creamy. Came we three & I had two. The pizza was sweet and salty as well. The crust was so good and fresh. The arugula set it off so well. Def a buy again! The Steak Frites was so good. The chimichurri sauce was perfect. Just the right mount of citrus. Steak was tender and the fries seasoned well. The desserts - don't skip them! The Devils Affogato we had the first time we ate at Sixty Vines. Had to have it again. If you like coffee, chocolate and vanilla ice cream just get it. Restaurant vibe is relaxed and clean. There were several large parties and what looked like a lot of date night guests. Just try it. No regrets!!

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    The Library

    The Library

    4.3
    (102 reviews)
    4.7 mi

    Beautiful experience! We went on a recommendation and was…read morenot disappointed From the servers to the bar staff they know how to deliver a great dinning experience

    The Library is truly a gem in my neighborhood. I'm always excited to bring friends who are visiting…read moreHouston or don't live nearby. The décor, wine list, menu, comfortable seating, and cozy atmosphere make it such a special spot. They offer wines for every taste and budget, and the staff is knowledgeable when asked for recommendations. That's why this is difficult for me to write. Despite visiting frequently, I've consistently found the customer service to be unwelcoming. The service has a strange tone, and it isn't limited to one employee they all seem to share the same indifferent, slightly annoyed demeanor. The experience feels less like genuine hospitality and more like, "You're here what can I get you?" On my most recent visit, others in my group noticed and commented on the same thing without any prompting from me. Since they had never been before, it confirmed that it wasn't just my perception. One small interaction captured the overall tone. We asked whether they happened to have a birthday candle, and an employee responded in an annoyed tone by pointing to the candle on our table which, realistically, no one would put on a birthday dessert. We completely understood that they might not have one; it wasn't an unreasonable expectation or request. A simple, friendly response like, "Unfortunately, we don't, but we do have some delicious desserts," would have been perfectly fine. It wasn't the answer that bothered us. it was the way we were made to feel for asking. It may seem like a small interaction, but great hospitality is built on small moments. The atmosphere is warm, cozy, and inviting, but unfortunately, the service doesn't reflect that same feeling. People return to places where they feel welcomed and appreciated, especially in a city like Houston with so many wonderful food and wine options. I genuinely want The Library to thrive because it has everything else it needs to remain a true neighborhood favorite.

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    13 Celsius

    13 Celsius

    4.5
    (549 reviews)
    5.8 mi
    $$

    I am SO glad we finally had the chance to check this spot out! We were in the room for some wine on…read morea Friday night and after reading great reviews about 13 Celsius, knew we had to try it. We were able to snag some free street parking and wandered our way into a cute setup with mood lighting and plenty of seating. There's a central bar and plenty of outdoor patio space. We were immediately helped as soon as we found a table which I really appreciated. The menu is HUGE and has anything you could possibly want. We're big red wine fans so we settled on that page. J opted for a cab while I decided on a couple to sample before ultimately choosing a red blend. I appreciate that they're more than happy to give you a taste before committing to a glass. You can choose between 3 or 6oz pours, or a bottle. We also decided to share a cheese board with the Willoughby cheese which was soft and delicious! I appreciated how kind and accommodating the servers were as they frequently checked on us. This is a great spot to enjoy some wine with friends, on date night, or anything really! It has a relaxed atmosphere and is a pleasure to visit. Till next time!

    I can't believe it has taken me this long to finally discover 13 Celsius! Where has this been all…read moremy life!? Am I just experiencing retroactive FOMO??? We came in as an impromptu visit after an earlier event and figured we'd just stop in for a glass of wine or so. Upon walking in, the place is super cute with dim lighting and was quite crowded on a Thursday night. We didn't immediately find available seating, but after a couple minutes, a table opened up and we sat there. Our primary server was Grayson, who was super knowledgeable about the wine list. Other servers tended to us throughout the night, and all were equally as knowledgeable about the menu offerings. At the time we went, they were featuring various wines from Beaujolais. We ended up trying one of these, the Alexandre Burgaud Brouilly Rouge, which was a full-bodied red. This was a great recommendation, and I will say that we didn't conclude the visit on only one of these bottles... Based on Grayson's food recommendations, we ended up ordering the Mortadella panini and a combination charcuterie board. The Mortadella panini was unique but good - tomato, mortadella, provolone, and mustard all served on a pretzel bun. Probably not my dish of choice alongside wine, however I did really like the charcuterie board. We asked them to surprise us on the cheese and meat, and they really came through. The prosciutto was tasty and the cheese (can't remember which one) had a peppery flavor to it, which paired well with our red wine. The overall clientele vibe seemed like a range of date nights, girls nights, first dates, and solo drinkers. I love the diversity! We ended up making friends with the table next to us and eventually merged tables to make this a fun group date night. Definitely a highlight of the visit. We will definitely be back sooner than later. This is a cute neighborhood bar that I look forward to returning myself and brining out-of-town guests to come experience. They also have a dog-friendly patio - something to keep in mind whenever the day calls for drinking some wine in nice outdoor weather!

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