Seemor

The Capital GrilleA-

601 Pennsylvania Ave NW, Washington, DC 20004 · Fine dining restaurant, American restaurant, Chophouse restaurant · Northwest Washington

Classic DC steakhouse delivering polished service and consistently strong steaks with premium pricing; excellent for celebrations, but occasional service missteps and very high costs.

The verdict

The Capital Grille delivers A-grade performance through expertly executed steaks with flavorful crusts and well-prepared seafood paired with attentive, celebration-focused service. Consistency shows occasional variation in seafood execution, and peak-time service delays at the bar and host stand prevent higher standing. A polished DC steakhouse that excels at special occasions but doesn't quite reach the distinctive excellence of grade A territory.

One caveat: Pricing is high; full meals with steak can exceed $100 per person

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Opening Hours

Monday11:30–21:00 Tuesday11:30–21:00 Wednesday11:30–21:00 Thursday11:30–21:00 Friday11:30–21:00 Saturday11:30–21:00 Sunday16:00–21:00
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