I had dental surgery earlier that day and my mouth was in pain but I just kept eating. That's how good the food was. The server was awesome and wanted to make sure we were taken care of which isn't always the case at other places. The restaurant is beautiful and just what you would expect for an Austin Downtown Top Notch Steakhouse.
First of all, let me start by saying you can go to texas roadhouse and the food would be so much better than here. I asked for pasta they served me some cold disgusting unappetizing pasta. Food took forever - for it to come out tasting cold, and uncooked. I asked for medium well steak they served me raw steak. You had one job…Honestly, you’re better off taking your business elsewhere . The waitress wasn’t attentive either. When I asked the manager why they don’t have broccoli he told me why would capital Grille have broccoli… what … there are so many other restaurants in downtown Austin, and this one isn’t worth it, if you’re visiting or celebrating an occasion, I recommend you to take your business elsewhere. Maybe J Prime , or some other steakhouse .
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 1
Service: 1
Jeff W.
What a huge disappointment. Business dinner in one of the private rooms. Important client, top executives, high ticket wines and food. Polite enough staff, delayed order being taken, fairly quick salads but then... two hour delay until mains came out. No updates, no apologies, nothing until finally it was almost too late for dinner. I asked the server, who apologized and said dinner was coming right out. 20 minutes later I had to ask the manager as the food was still not out. His only excuse was that they had 3 other large parties at the same time. Not sure that made sense as the rest of the restaurant was 2/3rds empty so if true then maybe you shouldn't be taking group reservations. For me, getting my dinner served at 9pm (we had 6pm reservation) was just to late to eat. Sad to say that this was a deal breaker. I won't be back and certainly won't have any events there. The night before had another similar dinner at JPrime (just a few blocks away) and it was the complete opposite. Similar size party, they were much fuller, but they killed it! Sorry Capital Grill, poor performance, but worst of all extremity poor guest service. Delays happen, and a little courtesy and notification goes a long way to make it better.
Erika Washington
Enjoyed a wonderful dinner and the atmosphere was amazing! Customer service was great! We will return!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 4
Service: 5
Steve W.
We were downtown on business and several of my favorite Yelp friends highly recommended this place. For those of you who are old enough to remember, this used to be the old spaghetti warehouse back in the day. We started with couple alcoholic beverages and our very informative friendly waiter recommended the In Fashion bourbon cocktail which I have to admit was really good. Next came a complimentary basket of bread. If you are seated in the back room, you'll have an impressive wine cellar on one side of you and an open kitchen behind glass on the other. This place does have a very nice upscale vibe to it, but the prices aren't overly exorbitant. You get white linen service here where they scrape the crumbs off the table between courses. If you're interested in entertaining guests privately, they do have three private rooms to choose from. We started with the pan fried calamari which was absolutely fantastic and probably the most tender calamari I've ever had. It was the perfect balance of savoriness and heat. They don't serve the calamari with a side of marinara or anything, but it did not need any extra help, it was perfect the way it was. Since it was lunchtime, we both opted for their wagyu cheeseburger cooked the way you like it. It didn't come with any condiments so you'll have to ask for the ketchup, mayo, and mustard. The appetizer, the burger and fries were so filling that we had to get dessert to go. We enjoyed the food, ambience, and service so much that lunch was just the dress rehearsal for dinner someday. Check out the enticing and informative photos included.
Berkley Bonjonia
Second time in my life I have been to a restaurant and there wasn't a single thing I could have even hoped would be better. 11/10
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Michelle Bias
Do better and stop discriminating where you seat people with black and brown skin. All money is green and should be respected upon entering your establishment. Our server is what made this experience bearable. I decided to post after seeing others that was made to feel indifferent.
Service: 3
R Boss
The food was amazing, the steaks were cooked exactly as ordered. The au gratin potatoes were delicious. The service and attention to detail were truly 5 star. 100 times better than the other well known steak house we were at the night before.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Christina F.
If I could give MORE than 5 stars, I would! This restaurant is the best experience I have had at a restaurant in all my years going to one! It had great "ambiance" (not too loud..can actually talk to your friends at table), great service (by waiter and Manager), and most of all WONDERFUL food! My husband and I went this on a Friday night, and we were running a little late. We took an Uber to get there and thank God for the elevator, as I was in a walking boot and could not do the stairs. The elevator is to the right..and don't get confused, like we almost did..there is a stairway down to a jazz club. Keep going to left and elevator is there. There is no sign in elevator, for which floor (2nd), but knew NOT top floor, at that had sign to to go "RA"-the Sushi place. When we got to hostess desk, we told them of our reservation, and they did not give or table away, and again, thank GOD, we did not have to wait (like most places, still with a reservation). They sat us at a great 4 person table just inside. Now, we got lucky for enjoying the honor, of having the best waiter! I know, you may think I am exaggerating! but, this waiter, right off the bat, we smiling and pleasant (again, nowadays, just that is hard to come by). He asked if we would like drinks. I usually like an "Old Fashioned". He immediately broke out his tablet to show us all the drinks (with great pictures) and say they have a "variation" of it call the "In Fashion" ( Bourbon, Grant Marnier, Black Walnut bitters, orange slice on the ice and cherry). I loved it! Not too sweet, like some bartenders do. Think the Grand Marnier made that drink! Now, my husband tried something he never had, and waiter recommended it, as most popular drink, the "Expresso Martini" ( Vodka, Expresso Liqueur, and expresso shot). He said it was great..have his coffee and cocktail in one drink! Now, for the MAIN event, the FOOD! I had reservations for my birthday at end of December, but could not make it because of ankle broken....this was worth the 2 month wait! I was in the mood for "surf and turf" and had viewed the menu online and thought I knew what I wanted, but our waiter told us of many other things. He told us Cold seafood tower for 2. Oh, yes! TWO lobster tails and 2 claws (had head for presentation, but did not touch that), 4 shrimp X 2 and 4 oysters X 2 for us to share. Cocktail sauce, horseradish, and this GREAT sauce that we used for the oysters (don't remember what it was called but similar to Ponzu sauce with more vinegar and shallots). I used to not like oysters (unless Rockefeller kind), I ate my 3 with this sauce, and they slipped right down (did not even need fork to dislodge it or anything). Only thing missing was some drawn butter for the lobster. But, then RON came out with warm towels infused with lemon and he poured in front of us, hot water over them! WHO does this? So great to get anything off our hands before next round! Now, again, NOT on menu, he described the Oscar sauce could be on top of any choice of steak....GET IT!!! It is lump crab meat put on top of steak in this Hollandaise type sauce with asparagus under the steak. I did it with the Filet Mignon. My husband, keep with "coffee" theme, got the Kona-crusted dry aged NY strip steak with shallot butter. Now, both of us usually like our steak more towards almost "well", but never order that at a nice steak place, we both go for "Medium". But, I always worry, as some cooks like to go more "rare", and for me, not my preference. BOTH came out perfect! Ron explained how the side dishes work, and again, not on menu, they can make smaller for two people, EXCEPT the Lobster Mac and Cheese, as that is already pre-set to cook in that hot iron skillet. But, we went with that anyways, and small order of mashed potatoes. Sides were just ok, my least favorite of everything, but still good. And, Ron, we always checking on us, and got us second round of drinks while we were enjoying our lovely main dis
Food was amazing. Hunter was personable, extremely accommodating, and made some excellent suggestions regarding food and wine choice. He was a fantastic representative of the Capital Grille brand and made a very special night even more special. 
The staff was so thoughtful. It was my Mother's birthday, and they went so far above and beyond to make it a memorable dinner! Thank you to everyone who helped, from the hosts to the wait staff and chef!!
Mario
The ambiance, lighting, warmth, and intimacy of the Capital Grille are huge characteristics of this once spaghetti house. The atmosphere anticipates the wonderful quality of the food selections. It is all here - presentation and intriguing tastes. My pan-seared seabass atop a sauce was a delightful experience. My wife's Fillet Mignon was grilled perfectly and tastefully presented. Capital Grille is a perfect date night choice for a business meeting.
Brandi
Food was great, perfectly cooked steaks, amazing sauces and sides, everything was perfect.Amazing service as well, our server Chris G. was attentive while leaving us space, and gave great service and recommendations throughout the night. Thank you Chris and the whole Capital team!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Marla Fletcher
Great place, the ambiance and the service was amazing. Great selection of food and our server was very attentive to our large party to make our celebration even better.
I had dental surgery earlier that day and my mouth was in pain but I just kept eating. That's how good the food was. The server was awesome and wanted to make sure we were taken care of which isn't always the case at other places. The restaurant is beautiful and just what you would expect for an Austin Downtown Top Notch Steakhouse.
Excellent food, service and drinks!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Seared Tenderloin with Butter Poached Lobster Tails, Truffle Fries
First of all, let me start by saying you can go to texas roadhouse and the food would be so much better than here. I asked for pasta they served me some cold disgusting unappetizing pasta. Food took forever - for it to come out tasting cold, and uncooked. I asked for medium well steak they served me raw steak. You had one job…Honestly, you’re better off taking your business elsewhere . The waitress wasn’t attentive either. When I asked the manager why they don’t have broccoli he told me why would capital Grille have broccoli… what … there are so many other restaurants in downtown Austin, and this one isn’t worth it, if you’re visiting or celebrating an occasion, I recommend you to take your business elsewhere. Maybe J Prime , or some other steakhouse .
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 1
Service: 1
What a huge disappointment. Business dinner in one of the private rooms. Important client, top executives, high ticket wines and food. Polite enough staff, delayed order being taken, fairly quick salads but then... two hour delay until mains came out. No updates, no apologies, nothing until finally it was almost too late for dinner. I asked the server, who apologized and said dinner was coming right out. 20 minutes later I had to ask the manager as the food was still not out. His only excuse was that they had 3 other large parties at the same time. Not sure that made sense as the rest of the restaurant was 2/3rds empty so if true then maybe you shouldn't be taking group reservations. For me, getting my dinner served at 9pm (we had 6pm reservation) was just to late to eat. Sad to say that this was a deal breaker. I won't be back and certainly won't have any events there. The night before had another similar dinner at JPrime (just a few blocks away) and it was the complete opposite. Similar size party, they were much fuller, but they killed it! Sorry Capital Grill, poor performance, but worst of all extremity poor guest service. Delays happen, and a little courtesy and notification goes a long way to make it better.
Enjoyed a wonderful dinner and the atmosphere was amazing! Customer service was great! We will return!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 4
Service: 5
We were downtown on business and several of my favorite Yelp friends highly recommended this place. For those of you who are old enough to remember, this used to be the old spaghetti warehouse back in the day. We started with couple alcoholic beverages and our very informative friendly waiter recommended the In Fashion bourbon cocktail which I have to admit was really good. Next came a complimentary basket of bread. If you are seated in the back room, you'll have an impressive wine cellar on one side of you and an open kitchen behind glass on the other. This place does have a very nice upscale vibe to it, but the prices aren't overly exorbitant. You get white linen service here where they scrape the crumbs off the table between courses. If you're interested in entertaining guests privately, they do have three private rooms to choose from. We started with the pan fried calamari which was absolutely fantastic and probably the most tender calamari I've ever had. It was the perfect balance of savoriness and heat. They don't serve the calamari with a side of marinara or anything, but it did not need any extra help, it was perfect the way it was. Since it was lunchtime, we both opted for their wagyu cheeseburger cooked the way you like it. It didn't come with any condiments so you'll have to ask for the ketchup, mayo, and mustard. The appetizer, the burger and fries were so filling that we had to get dessert to go. We enjoyed the food, ambience, and service so much that lunch was just the dress rehearsal for dinner someday. Check out the enticing and informative photos included.
Second time in my life I have been to a restaurant and there wasn't a single thing I could have even hoped would be better. 11/10
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Do better and stop discriminating where you seat people with black and brown skin. All money is green and should be respected upon entering your establishment. Our server is what made this experience bearable. I decided to post after seeing others that was made to feel indifferent.
Service: 3
The food was amazing, the steaks were cooked exactly as ordered. The au gratin potatoes were delicious. The service and attention to detail were truly 5 star. 100 times better than the other well known steak house we were at the night before.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
If I could give MORE than 5 stars, I would! This restaurant is the best experience I have had at a restaurant in all my years going to one! It had great "ambiance" (not too loud..can actually talk to your friends at table), great service (by waiter and Manager), and most of all WONDERFUL food! My husband and I went this on a Friday night, and we were running a little late. We took an Uber to get there and thank God for the elevator, as I was in a walking boot and could not do the stairs. The elevator is to the right..and don't get confused, like we almost did..there is a stairway down to a jazz club. Keep going to left and elevator is there. There is no sign in elevator, for which floor (2nd), but knew NOT top floor, at that had sign to to go "RA"-the Sushi place. When we got to hostess desk, we told them of our reservation, and they did not give or table away, and again, thank GOD, we did not have to wait (like most places, still with a reservation). They sat us at a great 4 person table just inside. Now, we got lucky for enjoying the honor, of having the best waiter! I know, you may think I am exaggerating! but, this waiter, right off the bat, we smiling and pleasant (again, nowadays, just that is hard to come by). He asked if we would like drinks. I usually like an "Old Fashioned". He immediately broke out his tablet to show us all the drinks (with great pictures) and say they have a "variation" of it call the "In Fashion" ( Bourbon, Grant Marnier, Black Walnut bitters, orange slice on the ice and cherry). I loved it! Not too sweet, like some bartenders do. Think the Grand Marnier made that drink! Now, my husband tried something he never had, and waiter recommended it, as most popular drink, the "Expresso Martini" ( Vodka, Expresso Liqueur, and expresso shot). He said it was great..have his coffee and cocktail in one drink! Now, for the MAIN event, the FOOD! I had reservations for my birthday at end of December, but could not make it because of ankle broken....this was worth the 2 month wait! I was in the mood for "surf and turf" and had viewed the menu online and thought I knew what I wanted, but our waiter told us of many other things. He told us Cold seafood tower for 2. Oh, yes! TWO lobster tails and 2 claws (had head for presentation, but did not touch that), 4 shrimp X 2 and 4 oysters X 2 for us to share. Cocktail sauce, horseradish, and this GREAT sauce that we used for the oysters (don't remember what it was called but similar to Ponzu sauce with more vinegar and shallots). I used to not like oysters (unless Rockefeller kind), I ate my 3 with this sauce, and they slipped right down (did not even need fork to dislodge it or anything). Only thing missing was some drawn butter for the lobster. But, then RON came out with warm towels infused with lemon and he poured in front of us, hot water over them! WHO does this? So great to get anything off our hands before next round! Now, again, NOT on menu, he described the Oscar sauce could be on top of any choice of steak....GET IT!!! It is lump crab meat put on top of steak in this Hollandaise type sauce with asparagus under the steak. I did it with the Filet Mignon. My husband, keep with "coffee" theme, got the Kona-crusted dry aged NY strip steak with shallot butter. Now, both of us usually like our steak more towards almost "well", but never order that at a nice steak place, we both go for "Medium". But, I always worry, as some cooks like to go more "rare", and for me, not my preference. BOTH came out perfect! Ron explained how the side dishes work, and again, not on menu, they can make smaller for two people, EXCEPT the Lobster Mac and Cheese, as that is already pre-set to cook in that hot iron skillet. But, we went with that anyways, and small order of mashed potatoes. Sides were just ok, my least favorite of everything, but still good. And, Ron, we always checking on us, and got us second round of drinks while we were enjoying our lovely main dis
Restaurantji Recommends
Food was amazing. Hunter was personable, extremely accommodating, and made some excellent suggestions regarding food and wine choice. He was a fantastic representative of the Capital Grille brand and made a very special night even more special. 
The staff was so thoughtful. It was my Mother's birthday, and they went so far above and beyond to make it a memorable dinner! Thank you to everyone who helped, from the hosts to the wait staff and chef!!
The ambiance, lighting, warmth, and intimacy of the Capital Grille are huge characteristics of this once spaghetti house. The atmosphere anticipates the wonderful quality of the food selections. It is all here - presentation and intriguing tastes. My pan-seared seabass atop a sauce was a delightful experience. My wife's Fillet Mignon was grilled perfectly and tastefully presented. Capital Grille is a perfect date night choice for a business meeting.
Food was great, perfectly cooked steaks, amazing sauces and sides, everything was perfect.Amazing service as well, our server Chris G. was attentive while leaving us space, and gave great service and recommendations throughout the night. Thank you Chris and the whole Capital team!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Great place, the ambiance and the service was amazing. Great selection of food and our server was very attentive to our large party to make our celebration even better.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Seared Tenderloin with Butter Poached Lobster Tails, Creamed Spinach