The Capital Grille

A NJ Restaurant Rating and Review

The Capital Grille 1 Garden State Plaza Paramus, NJ 07652 (201) 845-7040 2000 Route 38 Cherry Hill, NJ 08002 856-665-5252

 

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Price Very Expensive Fare Steak house Restaurant Ratings Food 4.0 Stars Service 3.5 Stars Decor 3.5 Stars Overall Rating 3.5 Stars

Restaurant Review

Many diners report the "dry-aged" steaks are top draw. Many diners report that this is a great place to impress and for celebrating special occasions, especially birthdays and anniversaries, and business luncheons Some diners report the menu is overpriced, offering below par value Some diners report that on busy Friday and Saturday evenings, even with a reservation, you are unlikely to get immediate seating Value: Given the quality of food, service, and ambiance, though prices are very high, the value is good. Noise Level: High energy during peak times Dress: Business Casual Recommended For: Diners who enjoy excellent steak and seafood, an upscale, trendy ambiance, being pampered, and are willing to pay higher prices for the experience. Not Recommended For: Diners who may prefer simpler food, lower prices, and less trendy ambiance Recommended dishes: Bone-In Kona Crusted Dry Aged Sirloin with Shallot Butter; The Sushi-Grade Sesame Seared Tuna with Gingered Rice; and The Porcini Rubbed Delmonico with 12-Year Aged Balsamic. Liquor: Noteable international wine list with over 5,000 wines, specialty cocktails. Bar scene is vibrant. Personal wines welcome with a corkage fee. Personalized wine lockers are available to guests for an annual fee to house their individual collections.

The Capital Grille, a high end steak house chain with a national reputation amongst those who enjoy fine dining, now has two locations in New Jersey and has quickly become recognized one of the best steak houses in NJ. Many diners with thick wallets have reported that it has become the "gold standard" for steak houses in New Jersey.

It's one of the many successful chains in the Darden Restaurant Group that includes: Red Lobster, Olive Garden, Long Horn Steak house, Bahama Breeze and Seasons 52.

The interior has an elegant, clubby feel to it. As you enter, the first thing you come upon are the personalized wine lockers with the name of each owner prominently displayed. The decor consists of dark, African mahogany wood, fancy horse paintings, stuffed deer and elk heads displayed on the wall, a giant eagle sculpture set in front of the open airy kitchen, and soft lit art deco chandeliers that give off an ambiance of an elegant, refined, board room. The tables are set with linen tablecloths and unscented votive candles. The bar scene is vibrant, and trendy.

If the only reason you dine out is for the food, you can expect to be served large portions of excellent dry aged steaks and fresh daily seafood. They do all of the dry-aging and butchering on the premises.

Service is old school with tuxedo dressed servers that are well trained, attentive, and professional ---- without being stuffy.

When making a reservation, if you are celebrating a special occasion, let them know the occasion. For example, for an anniversary you can expect to have a rose placed on the table along with a special cake for dessert.

The Capital Grille also offers a gluten-free menu, and in the warmer months, outdoor patio dining.

Not recommended for children

The Capital Grille also offers private dining for up to 24 guests.

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