The Capital Grille is one of my favorite steakhouses in Tampa. The food was consistently excellent, from the appetizers to the entrées, and everything arrived perfectly prepared. The service was attentive without being overbearing, and the staff made us feel genuinely welcome throughout the evening. The atmosphere strikes a great balance between upscale and comfortable, making it perfect for a date night, celebration, or business dinner. If you're looking for a classic steakhouse experience with great food, professional service, and an elegant ambiance, The Capital Grille is always a solid choice. We'll definitely be back! read more

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Wow. Took my team out to dinner there, I knew it was going to be a big bill with ten people, happy to pay for great service which you'd expect bc you know it's going to be 2k, either way, but Capital Grill has the staff to handle it. Holy cow was the service awful and the food way below standard for what they charge ...The steak was bland / average, one guy said inedible... and the service was delivered with a healthy dose of resentment / I hate my job. We'd go 20 mins before seeing anyone and you'd have to 'duck' as they rough cleared between servings. Never again. Done with this food chain. Avoid at all cost. Reeks of remote management / private equity / customer is a number not a person. read more

Disappointing meal, especially for the price. The staff was professional and efficient. We were seated in a small back room with a big TV on the wall (it wasn't on, but clearly this was some sort of party room, not part of the main dining room. It was quieter, I will say.) The drinks were good. The BlackBerry bourbon sidecar was excellent. The Doli was very drinkable, went down super easy. The oysters rockefeller were good but i saw no sign of the champagne brie fondue? The steak tartar was well presented and apparently quite tasty. The salmon was OK but not showstopping. And the ribeye was thin and chewy, very disappointing for the price. I got no hints of the porcini flavor as it was bathed in the aged balsamic. The wild mushrooms were boring, needed some thyme or something. I'd always thought of the CG as a nice, upscale place and thought it would be a nice place to celebrate -- but based on this visit I will not be returning. read more

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I've walked past The Capital Grille so many times when going into the mall and never ventured in. My anniversary came around (32 years) and I made a reservation. From start to finish we were blown away. The staff was spectacular and anticipated our needs before we even knew we needed it, without us feeling hovered upon. The restaurant is beautiful and upgraded elegance. The drinks were spot on delicious and where do I even start with the food. The steak was well seasoned and cooked to perfection. The lobster tail was large and delicious. Don't miss out on the overall experience of The Capital Grille. We will be back:) read more

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The bone-in ribeye here is pure excellence. Perfectly seared with a deep, flavorful crust, juicy and tender inside with that ideal medium-rare pink. Rich, beefy flavor that stands out without needing much sauce--just pure, high-quality steak done right. Service was sharp, the atmosphere classy and comfortable, and the whole experience felt special. This is easily one of the best ribeyes I've had in the Tampa area. Highly recommend. read more

The Capital Grille - Bone-In Ribeye 22oz - Steakhouses Near Me - Tampa, Florida

This is the second time that I've done a work meeting at the capital Grille. II had the fillet it was cooked perfectly and I probably could've cut it with a butter knife. That's how tender it was. The mashed potatoes were delightful. Service was spot on the only thing I could complain about is the bread was kinda hard but other than that, it was a wonderful experience and I would recommend it. read more

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Had a phenomenal time this afternoon at Capital Grille for my Fathers Day brunch. I'm not much for breakfast foods so the fact that they do their dinner menu all day is what sold me to pick this place. 11:30 am and eating lamb chops and scallops! It doesn't get much better than that. Paired with Brussel sprouts and gratin potatoes mwuahhh the perfect meal! The mimosas were top tier as well. But what really shined through for me was our waitress Siobhan. She was on top of everything and made this visit very memorable for me! As usual pics below! read more

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One of the best steaks of my life! And I hate to give such high praise to a chain restaurant but I cannot lie. The sliced filet mignon with onions, mushrooms, and fig reduction was pure perfection. We also loved the Lobster Mac & Cheese side dish, which could be a meal on it's own. Superb flavor and texture, plenty of lobster chunks. Great bread services, we split the Beet & Goat Cheese salad. Very large portion and fresh tasting, yummy citrus vinaigrette. My husband really enjoyed his Kona crusted NY strip steak. Of course a pricier experience, but well worth it. Jason, our server, was the epitome of what fine dining service represents. Classy steakhouse decor - nothing out of the ordinary. read more

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Went to lunch with my adult children as we got together when my daughter had business there. I chose CG because it is a safe bet for a somewhat picky crowd. I rarely order red meat in a restaurant because there are things that I like better, but after reading the reviews, I knew I had to try their steak frites and it was outstanding. Perfectly cooked and tender and who doesn't like duck fat fries?? The Caesar salad was quite good , but the shaved pandano cheese was a little extreme. Easy solution, but there was enough cheese present for at least three more salads. The cheeseburger was also good. Not great, but good. The dish voted best were the beef tenderloin sliders! Talk about melt in your mouth! The herb aioli was delicious. Clam chowder and lobster bisque was also had. I did not try them, but I heard no complaints. The best part of the meal was the lovely Ashley, our server. She knew we don't often have the opportunity to all gather at the same time so she gave us space to chit chat and did not rush us at all. She was knowledgeable about every single dish, had a remarkably warm, yet sincere attitude and just fit right in with our sometimes quirky requests. I highly recommend you ask for her if stopping in for lunch. A nice time was had by this mama! read more

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I'm honestly surprised I haven't reviewed The Capital Grille yet, it's one of those places that's consistently excellent and never disappoints. The Wagyu beef is the standout every time: incredibly tender, perfectly cooked, and full of rich flavor. It's the kind of dish that reminds you why The Capital Grille has the reputation it does. The seared salmon salad is another favorite, beautifully seared salmon with a fresh, well-balanced salad that feels both indulgent and light at the same time. The French onion soup is a comfort food perfection. Deep, savory flavor with just the right amount of cheesy goodness. From the food to the service, The Capital Grille delivers a polished, classic steakhouse experience that's always worth the visit. Somehow I missed reviewing it until now, but consider this long overdue and well deserved. read more

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We went after a wedding ceremony to the Capital Grille located in the International Mall in Tampa. This is a visit to the same restaurant name, in a different location, in a month. How did they do here compared to the one in Orlando? I have to say their staff- from the hostess stand to the waiting staff and everyone with whom I came in contact was absolutely friendly, professional, and helpful. That was the case across the board. The ambiance at this location seems livelier at the bar where they have tv screens and one is able to choose, on a first come first serve basis, a high top or a seat at the bar. We had some cocktails and appetizers first as you can see in the pictures- we tried the jumbo shrimp served with fresh lemon and cocktail sauce. The cocktail shrimp were fresh and served on ice chips. They are so consistent with their quality, we have never been disappointed with the shrimp. We also tried the Nueske's double cut cherrywood bacon in a Korean bbq glaze. We liked it, but I felt it was paired with a bbq sauce that completely overshadowed the bacon. It felt too salty and the bacon was unusually fatty. As the rest of our party began to arrive, we moved to our reserved table where we sampled more appetizers and ordered dinner. The Jumbo lump crab cocktail was top notch, served with fresh lemon perfectly chilled and also a lovely quality and generous size. We tried their Pan-fried calamari with hot cherry peppers - we had a young guest in our party so the waiter considered to order this with the peppers mostly to one side so we could have a choice (this starter has a kick to it). Nice touch! Our group had several cocktails and the one that stood out was The Dolí- this is Capital Grille's signature martini featuring Wheatley American Craft vodka infused with Dole pineapple- it's chilled and served straight up! Loved it; it has a playful name especially for the area. I had my usual glass of chilled Moët et Chandon and others in our party had Dirty Martinis. The bar team was so consistent in their cocktails, we loved and appreciated that as well. For dinner, we tried their filet mignon, the dry aged bone in NY strip steak, and I had the Sesame seed encrusted Tuna served on a gingered rice. The table shared mashed potatoes and Lobster Mac-n-cheese. All our mains were served and plated with care at the right temperature, perfectly cooked to order (terms) steaks. The restaurant was busy but the staff did an excellent job in keeping the service flowing in a timely fashion it did not feel rushed nor distractingly slow. It was perfectly timed. We closed with the classic Crème Brûlée with seasonal berries. Their fruit was fresh and ripe, the caramelized sugar- perfectly brittle and topping a creamy custard; just divine! We love and prefer this location to the Millenia Mall in Orlando. We will be back- Capital Grille in Tampa- you win every time! read more

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What can you say about Capital Grill other than amazing. From the time you enter and the service that you receive it is always a pleasant experience. We started with two glasses of wine while we waited for our entrées and shareable's to arrive. The salmon was melt in your mouth delicious as was the New York strip steak. The Brussel sprouts have large pieces of bacon and the mashed potato that were extremely creamy. The wines were delicious. Overall, always an amazing visit. read more

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Went for Valentine's Day. Wonderful fine dining experience. Easy online reservations. Welcoming hostess. Professional waitstaff. Filet was cooked to perfection. The potatoes were buttery and complimented the steak well. The cheesecake was very rich, enough to share. read more

The Capital Grille - The Capital Grille Cheesecake - Steakhouses Near Me - Tampa, Florida

Upscale, classy, and a vibe! I always have a great time here! I definitely recommend the blackberry sidecar! I get mine with Hennessy instead of bourbon. Of course, i almost always grab a nice juicy steak and side if I have the chance! Service is lovely. Definitely stop by! read more

The Capital Grille - Blackberry bourbon sidecar - Steakhouses Near Me - Tampa, Florida

Not just steaks! I love the steaks at the capital grill but they also have amazing seafood like this tower of oysters, shrimp, crab meat, lobster and a variety of sauces. We also love the bread basket it comes warm with brown raisin bread, flat bread, onion Focaccia and other rolls. Valet parking starts at 5 pm. Indulge! read more

The Capital Grille - Seafood Tower - Steakhouses Near Me - Tampa, Florida

5.20.2026: My husband & I had lunch on 5.14.2026 and did not enjoy our experience at all. While our server (Adam) came to the table promptly that was the extent of things. We waited about a 1/2 hour before getting our meal (I had the signature burger; my husabnd ordered the mini tenderloin sandwiches). We had to remind him that we were waiting. He never explained the delay, nor aplogized for it. The presentation of husband's meal was awful - two mini sandwiches on a stark, white large plate. No garnishes - just two min tenderloin sandwiches that were visually unappealing. We are frequent patrons of the restaurant - always enjoyble but last Thursday we left the premises asking ourselves What The? S. Kennedy - St. Petersburg, FL read more

The total of the bill is not what the tip should be based on! Tax should not be included with you tip. Only the food and drinks and service. Don't pay tip on tax. It's small but it's a matter of principle! read more

The capital Grille gave me one of my best dinning experiences of my life. If you are familiar with my postings you know I eat out A LOT! I also frequent capital grille in several cities. I say all this to say, is am frequent with Capital Grille in many cities and its menu. The food was standard, and the standard is great! The drinks were phenomenal and make fresh and with elegance and class. Once again, standard. This 5 star review was earned by my waitstaff. Nick was phenomenal. The open table app allowed me to book a table for 830pm and the restaurant closed at 9pm! I was there having a great old time, pacing my meal, ordering drinks and completely oblivious. Nick and the waitstaff made me feel as if they opened the restaurant that day simply to serve me! Nick, thank you for being who you are and giving me such great care. To other restaurant owners, create your own Nick. Nick creates customers. Yall pull up and save me a seat! read more

Fantastic! Was taken there for my birthday and was surprised with free desserts. Bone-in ribeye Steak was amazing and enjoyed the potatoes au-gratin immensely. Calamari was delicious as well. read more

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Last night was another awesome experience. Reminded me why Cap Grille is our go to. Warm welcome when we arrived, perfect booth for the 4 of us. And service truly outstanding. In fact, major family lifecycle events next weekend. And of course we'll be back. 2 notes about the food. Shrimp cocktail to start delicious. Because the shrimp were large, perfect and cocktail sauce just right - nice and spicy. Main course was the tuna. Best ever here. Combination of the very high quality ahi tuna and a slightly revised preparation. Best ever here. They've got their A game even in the holiday crunch time. read more

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We made a reservation to ensure a great time. We requested to have a 2top in the lounge bar area where it was much more romantic and stately feeling than the main dining room. We had impeccable service and ordered our favorites. The Caesar salad is one of my favorite options at CG and the Dry Aged NY strip, was cooked perfectly. We were celebrating some milestones and had the perfect evening. A bit on the pricey side but it is well worth the price point and value for portion size and the customer service for this location in Tampa. read more

The Capital Grille - Dry aged NY strip with Courvoisier cream peppercorn sauce - Steakhouses Near Me - Tampa, Florida

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Great upscale chain restaurant. It's in a mall shopping area so parking is ample. Full bar and great service at both the bar and the restaurant. We had the seafood tower as an appetizer and it was delicious full of fresh seafood chilled and ready to eat. We shared a bottle of champagne and both had steaks. I had the filet mignon which was cooked to perfection. We also shared the lobster macaroni and cheese which was packed with fresh lobster and creamy cheese sauce Credit card is taken read more

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Our food was fantastic, the service impeccable. Ambiance perfect! I had the wedge salad with sliced filet mignon. Prepared perfectly, My wife had the Steak Frites, again well prepared, med rare. Lastly, the coconut cream pie was was great! read more

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The ambiance is elegant and quiet perfect for a date night. Food is delicious, especially the dry-aged steaks. Service was attentive but not rushed. read more

Cocktails were good, including the stoli, negroni and gin and tonic. For food we started with the prosciutto wrapped mozzarella which was ok, we felt like it could have been cooked a little more and the portion of tomatoes and balsamic was small. The steak on the other hand was melt in your mouth delicious. It was absolutely perfect. The pepper crust on the au poivre was the perfect amount. Though the portion of bearnaise sauce we ordered was on the small side and there was no tarragon. We got a complimentary coconut cream pie for dessert as we were celebrating a birthday and while it was good it would have been nice if it was served with a birthday candle, a missed opportunity we thought to make it more special especially given the overall price. Service was ok, nothing extraordinary. We like to try all the Capital Grille locations whenever we go on vacation in other states and they are usually always so good but this is the first one we said we likely wouldn't return to in a future visit. read more

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Came in to celebrate Father's Day. Our reservation was for 6pm, we arrived around 5:45 however a booth wasn't available given they were busy and booth diners were taking a bit longer than expected. The hostess was very friendly and let us know that we could hang out at the bar and she'd get us when the table was ready. Table ready around 6:20 and she came to the bar and let us know. We were seated and greeted by our server. My drink of choice was the passionfruit mojito. Very tasty. Food was delicious! I had the Caesar salad and crab and lobster cake and hubs had the filet. We ordered the truffle fries as a side. Hubs also had the clam chowder. The steak they raved about. I didn't try it because he likes it a little too pink for my taste. The fries were good and my cake was all meat and no breading which was great! It was just delicious. For dessert we had the crème brûlée which was also fabulous! Definitely a place we'll be back! read more

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Amazing atmosphere, fantastic service and absolutely delicious food. Filet and lobster on point! Cheesecake was heavenly. read more

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Lunch was great! Decided to take a solo lunch date and was pleasantly surprised on how nice everyone was. Service was great! Will come back to have lunch again. read more

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I graduated today and was very hangry after the ceremony. All I'd been thinking about for the past 2 months was good calamari, good Shirley Temples, and good crème brûlée. Capital Grille gave me everything I wanted and more. Our server, Frederick, was absolutely incredible, he kept the ST's coming, everything was fantastic. It wasn't too dark or too light, and even when it was crowded it wasn't very loud. Goldilocks sort of thing. The only complaint from the table was that the sea bass and the scallop dishes only had one asparagus spear and it would have been nice to have more. Scallops were cooked perfectly, though. The berries on the crème brûlée were insane. Every single one was sweet and delicious. The strawberry was huge and tasted perfect. read more

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Went to Capital Grille for Valentine's Day weekend. Overall, the service was great. I have never been before so wanted to try as much as I could. They provide a bread basket, which I feel every steakhouse should and there was a savory bread that was amazing! We got the crab/lobster cake for an appetizer and while it was good, I was expecting a bigger portion based on other Yelp pictures. For entrees, I got the NY strip and it was cooked and seasoned well. My husband got the sea bass, and while it was cooked well, it was lacking a bit in flavor. For sides, the Mac and cheese and truffle fries were standouts! I also love that you can get half sizes of the sides, which allowed us to try a couple. Lastly, I did wish they had more dessert options, but the coconut cream pie was sooo delicious! read more

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We went here for our annual get together (birthdays , anniversary , Father's Day Mother's Day) we got the calamari the prosciutto wrapped mozzarella, a bunch of steaks and salad salads and everything was so good. The service was amazing and I loved the ambience. We even got free dessert trays read more

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I have been to Capital Grille many times however this was my first time at this particular location. We started out our meal with the Shrimp Cocktail appetizer which were 5 chilled, jumbo shrimp served with a spicy, house made cocktail sauce ($22). For my main entree I went with one of their specials which was the 10 oz Filet Mignon Oscar style. It was a little undercooked but I didn't mind because I knew I would be taking a lot of it to go & would be reheating it. For the shareable sides we chose the Lobster Mac "N" Cheese ($26), an al dente pasta tossed with their own blend of cream cheese, mascarpone, parmesan & havarti, topped with white cheddar & grana padano crust. It was quite delicious with large chunks of lobster. The only thing that would have made it exceptional is it was creamier. For the other side we chose the Au Gratin Potatoes ($15) highly recommended by our server. It was crisp & golden with freshly grated parmesan cheese & white truffle oil. I am a HUGE spud fan & au gratin is by far my favorite. While it was tasty it def wasn't the best I've ever had. Ive been to many steakhouses comparable to Capital Grille & this one would have been towards the bottom. In my opinion, it was lacking creaminess & I could have used more cheese but nonetheless was still good. To conclude the meal I had a cappuccino & the Capital Grille Cheesecake ($14). I was slightly disappointed because I wanted a vanilla latte, but they didn't have any vanilla flavoring so I ended up going with a cappuccino, which was pretty good. The cheesecake was absolutely delicious. It was a mix of tasting like a delicious cheesecake & a cream brûlée crust. It was very unique but tasted like two desserts in one. It was phenomenal. The service was great & overall a great experience. read more

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We always seek out the capital grille restaurant whenever we visit a state. We drive two hours in our home state of North Carolina to dine here. This is a guaranteed home run every meal. It's expensive but worth every dollar. The special occasion restaurant that cannot be topped. Dress up, drink and be happy! Eat here because you never know when the next meal could be your last. Great attention to detail and so worth the money. read more

We are a great experience for our first visit. The restaurant was clean and staff was efficient. We preferred steak and seafood which was terrific. The Korean pork belly was fabulous! read more

The Capital Grille - Crab cake appetizer - Steakhouses Near Me - Tampa, Florida

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Pros: steaks are really good, fish was decent but definitely a steak place. Great for birthdays- complimentary desserts. Ambience: we had reservations but we were put in the back room so very quiet and no much of ambience. read more

Although very fancy and upscale, I don't love the dark interior and older vibe of this restaurant. Nonetheless, our food and drinks were pretty good. But the complimentary bread here was incredible-- we got so full on that before our entrees even arrived! The tomato salad was decent, but I would not order it again. For my meal, I got the seared tenderloin and lobster tails, which were good but not spectacular. For the price point, I would try another steakhouse instead! read more

The Capital Grille - Lobster and Steak - Steakhouses Near Me - Tampa, Florida

From ambiance to the food the overall experience it was the best. Every year My partner takes me out to a steakhouse on valentines and we will eventually hit them all in the area. Out of the ones so far this takes the cake. Upon entering the ladies get a beautiful rose that really makes you feel special. We ordered and our server was fantastic with a very pleasant charm. We got the lobster Mac and cheese, a wagyu steak and the classic glazed one with a side of bacon. Everything was amazing and my taste buds were happy. The drinks were good and the Mac and cheese & bacon apps are a must !!!! The steak I think was a special offer and the glazed balsamic steak is kind of exactly what you expect. Balsamic on a steak and I wasn't sure why I chose that but it was good and I could've chose better. In the mall so ample parking with a very clean and classy space read more

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It was my fiancé's birthday, I made reservations for us and our kids. The moment we got there, I immediately fell in love with the looks and setting. Food was great, our waiter was professional and very knowledgeable about the menu. They gave my fiancé a birthday card, and the table was decorated so pretty. I love this place and every penny was worth it! read more

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Obsessed with this place!! Got the steak frites for lunch and I keep thinking about them. They were delicious! 10/10 My mom and I also shared some crème brûlée and it just melted in the mouth. 10/10 The bread they provide was excellent as well and our waitress was helpful and attentive. Lovely ambiance too! I can't wait to go back! It's a great spot but make sure to bring your $$! read more

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I do recommend but the price is not worth the food. Good, yes, but Texas Roadhouse steak is better. See bass and as bad and service was slow Ok but not great read more