
The Capital Grille
4242 Six Forks Rd, Raleigh, NC 27609
About The Capital Grille - steak house in Raleigh, North Carolina
Outpost of the upscale steakhouse chain offers classic American fare & a clubby, refined setting.
Customer Review Summary
The Capital Grille received a mix of positive and negative reviews. Many diners praised the food quality, highlighting dishes like the lobster mac & cheese, bone-in filet, and various appetizers. Customers enjoyed the attentive service, with specific mention of servers such as Heather and Zach, who contributed positively to the dining experience. Atmosphere was generally appreciated, though some guests expressed disappointment in seating arrangements and cleanliness in certain areas. Takeout experiences were also well-received, with food retaining its quality and freshness. Overall, while some diners faced issues with service and seating, the overall consensus is favorable regarding the food and ambiance.
Key Features
Service options
- Outdoor seating
- Takeout
- Dine-in
Highlights
- Great beer selection
- Great cocktails
- Great coffee
- Great dessert
- Great wine list
Popular for
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Solo dining
Accessibility
- Wheelchair accessible entrance
- Wheelchair accessible parking lot
- Wheelchair accessible restroom
- Wheelchair accessible seating
Offerings
- Alcohol
- Beer
- Cocktails
- Coffee
- Hard liquor
- Healthy options
- Small plates
- Vegetarian options
- Wine
Dining options
- Brunch
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Dessert
Amenities
- Bar onsite
- Restroom
- Wi-Fi
Atmosphere
- Cozy
- Romantic
- Trendy
- Upscale
Crowd
- Family-friendly
- Groups
- LGBTQ+ friendly
- Tourists
- Transgender safespace
Planning
- Lunch reservations recommended
- Dinner reservations recommended
- Accepts reservations
- Usually a wait
Payments
- Credit cards
- Debit cards
Children
- Good for kids
- High chairs
- Kids' menu
Parking
- Free parking lot
- Free street parking
- Valet parking
Customer Reviews
Rating Distribution
Rex Cranford (Roses)
Came here for my birthday and absolutely loved every bite. Even the veggie sides here are amazing. Our server (I think her name was Heather?) was the best. Even though we had reservations for a high top, we were able to sit at a regular table once we arrived. It was busy but still a great environment to have a conversation in. I would absolutely love to come back sometime so I can try out some more of the menu!
JMS
My wife and I were having a staycation at the Hyatt House in Midtown so we ordered take out. I ordered a Vodka martini at the bar while I waited for the food to be prepped. The bartender was very busy but didn’t make me wait for my drink. Martini was about $20 which is not bad for the nice pour she gave. The food didn’t take long to come out and I got it back to the hotel quickly. Everything was packed perfectly to retain the quality. We had a chopped salad, shrimp cocktail, a peppercorn strip steak and lobster mac & cheese. Everything was fresh and delicious, the steak was cooked perfectly and we were very happy with our meal. We loved being able to enjoy some fine dining fair, even though we didn’t want to get dressed up and go out.
Kayla Wilson
We were led all the way to the back of the dining room past many available tables to the farthest hidden table in the “wine room”. The floors were gross and the atmosphere where we were sitting compared to all the EMPTY tables we passed walking in, was very different and undesirable. We were close to a table of 4 and had to whisper over music to have privacy. We sat down and my partner’s utensils had not been properly washed and still had old food on them. The lobster and crab cake was delicious. The lobster Mac was the best thing all night. The Kona crusted steak was cooked properly, but had minimal garnish. The Caesar salad and burrata were fresh and vibrant. The scallop and lobster risotto lacked flavor and I bit into a piece of hard shell that I had to spit out or break a tooth on. Moreover, the scallops were seared unevenly with some not even having a sear (My boyfriend ate the ones without sear and didn’t chew because he was afraid they were raw). The highlight of the night was our server who had a great attitude and was real, knowledgeable and the overall epitome of great customer service except for asking how the meal was. Oh, and the free dessert for my birthday was a nice touch to an overall absolutely disappointing experience. Due to the seating experience and the quality of flavor/food compared to the expense, it’s questionable if we would be back or recommend to others. Raleigh location.
Sonya Meade-Settles
We enjoyed our wedding anniversary date night at The Capital Grille Philly and it was fun & memorable. We were treated with a “Happy Anniversary” table tent card and adorable multi-color mini heart confetti on our table. Our server, Zach was absolutely phenomenal greeting us with two glasses of champagne 🥂 to start our celebration 🎉 (he’s great at upselling☺️). Although Zach was in high demand that night he still made us feel like we were the only couple in the room. My husband and I had such a wonderful time it was perfect. We even enjoyed seeing a few snowflakes fall while eating dinner. Our starters & appetizers were delicious. Thank you to our server, Zach & The Capital Grille for an amazing wedding anniversary date night! We would absolutely choose this dining experience again!!!
Yatin Pradhan
I always love Capital Grille, whichever city I am in. Got to go here for business dinner and had a great time. It had great vibes and most of the tables were full. For drinks, I ordered Buffalo Trace on rock and the first couple of drinks were small but then it got better. For apps, we have the bacon, calamari and stuffed prosciutto, everything was dynamite. Then for salad, I had the burrata n tomato, incredibly fresh. For entree, I had the 22oz steak, cooked to perfection. It didn’t look like 22oz but it did after I ate it all, lol. The sides of mushrooms, Mac n cheese n brussel sprouts were good as well. For dessert, got the crème brûlée. Everyone in my party, enjoyed their food, whether steak or chicken. Food was incredible, nothing to complain, ambience too notch and Brittany as our waitress was 💯. I am in Raleigh almost every month and will def be back.
Brian Haebig
We had a wonderful time at the Capital Grill. Seated up on arrival (15 minutes early) and our drinks were wonderful. The Bourbon Old fashioned that I enjoyed was marvelous. My wife had the Sea Bass and I hand the gorgonzola topped bone-in NY strip with a Cabernet reduction. We shared a beet salad and some tasty brussel sprouts. Coffee and a happy birthday dessert topped off a great night. Kudos to the entire wait staff. Douglas, our waiter, effortlessly guided us through the menu and was attentive.
Miranda Burnett
Amazing experience for Valentine’s Day! The food was top notch and the bartender made the best Amaretto Sour I’ve ever had. The filet mignon with Kona sauce was fabulous. My husband and I enjoyed every bit of our meal and there was plenty to take home. Received a little surprise for dessert at the end and they were so rich and delicious! Recommend to anyone looking for a finer dining experience!
Jennifer Davidson
Excellent food, always consistent. The bone in filet with peppercorn au poivre was perfection. It was a busy night so service was a Lil slow but we were also in a time crunch so probably wouldn't have noticed if it weren't for that. Staff were amazing though. Highly recommend
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