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The Capital Grille - Costa Mesa, Costa Mesa, CA

The Capital Grille - Costa Mesa

4.8 (5142)
$50 and over
Steakhouse
3333 Bristol St, Costa Mesa, CA 92626

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 47 times today
Experiences are available.

About this restaurant

  • Good for special occasions
  • Good for business meals
  • Fancy
Make it a day to remember. From birthdays and anniversaries to professional milestones, we aim to make every gathering special at The Capital Grille. Open seven days a week, The Capital Grille is best known for our expertly prepared steaks, which are dry aged in house for 18 to 24 days and then hand-cut by our restaurant's on-premise butcher. The Capital Grille's wine list features more than 350 selections, and its floor-to-ceiling wine kiosk regularly houses 3,500 - 5,000 bottles. Reservations are recommended but not required. For more information, please visit our website. We look forward to delighting you.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $50 and over
  • Cuisines
    Steakhouse, American, Wine Bar
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Thu, Sat 11:30 am–10:00 pm Fri 11:30 am–8:00 pm Sun 11:30 am–9:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (714) 432-1140
  • Website
    https://www.thecapitalgrille.com/locations/ca/costa-mesa/costa-mesa/8044
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Carte Blanche, Diners Club, Discover, JCB, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Private party facilities
    The Capital Grille offers private dining accommodations for 75 guests. From making formal business proposals to making toasts with a gathering of friends, we can help you flawlessly host any private event.
  • Private party contact
    a member of our team: (714) 432-1140
  • Location
    3333 Bristol St, Costa Mesa, CA 92626
  • Neighborhood
    Costa Mesa
  • Cross street
    Anton & Bristol off Interstate 405
  • Parking details
    Self-parking available
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Chef's Table, Full Bar, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Takeout, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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Experiences

  • The Generous Pour Summer Wine-Tasting Event

    Jun 30, 2025 - Aug 31, 2025
    Join us at The Generous Pour summer wine-tasting event now through August 31 and unveil a tale of five legendary California winemakers. Every taste is a chapter of their journey. And every sip, a drop of their expertise. Discover six award-winning wines crafted by icons, ranging from a vibrant rosé to a limited-release Atlas Peak cabernet sauvignon, all paired with our signature dishes. Priced at $45 per guest with the purchase of a dinner entrée. Book your reservation to uncover the Icons of the Vine.
    The Generous Pour Summer Wine-Tasting Event Photo

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What 5,142 people are saying

The Capital Grille - Costa Mesa reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.8
4.8 based on recent ratings
  • 4.8Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.8Ambience
  • 4.4Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

  • Orange County

    Steakhouse

  • North Orange County

    Steakhouse

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
The Capital Grille in Costa Mesa is renowned for its exceptional service and delectable cuisine. Diners rave about the "great food, great service, great ambiance" and the "amazing food and service." The restaurant's ability to create memorable celebrations, whether for birthdays or anniversaries, is frequently highlighted. It's a "favorite place to celebrate special occasions," offering "spectacular" experiences with attentive staff like Tommie and Derrick. The restaurant's atmosphere is both "elegant" and "relaxed," making it a perfect spot for any occasion.
5,142 Reviews

  1. Jose VIP

    Los Angeles13 reviews

    4.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Capital Grille never disappoints. Had a delicious business lunch. My only observation is with the lobster bisque. It was heavy on the cream which overpowered the delicate flavors from the lobster. It also made the sherry wine unnoticeable.

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  2. Tommie

    Orange County1 review

    5.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We chose the Capital Grille in Costa Mesa to have a very special dinner experience, as we were looking to entertain a family friend, whom we haven’t seen in over a decade. We couldn’t be more pleased that we did. Given the occasion, we had very high expectations for this event and this staff’s professionalism and dedication to their craft, far exceeded our expectations. Our guest was incredibly impressed and later called us to express their gratitude. Thanking us for the most amazing dinner encounter of their lives. We couldn’t believe his choice of words as our guest of honor moves in some of the most sophisticated circles we know of. Thank you for this memory, one we will never forget! Our server, Tim Barber, his assistant Jorge Morales and the management team, who all supported and stopped by our table to ensure this company’s clearly defined standards were: Joe Geppi, Carl Laviola, Heather Verre.

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  3. Lee

    Orange County34 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    It was a special birthday celebration and the staff always goes out of their way to make it special. The food was delicious and the champagne and dessert were delightful. It is the perfect place to celebrate a birthday.

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  4. Michael VIP

    Los Angeles8 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Our waiter Tommie was awesome as usual. Had a great time. Thank you for the awesome dining experience.

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  5. Linda VIP

    Orange County11 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    What a wonderful experience, my friend and I had. I had the bone in fillet she had the bone in ribeye. We shared the lobster mac & cheese, and a fabulous bottle of Hess Cabernet. I love that My steak comes out hot with a fantastic savory aroma. The mac & cheese was still bubbling when it arrived at our table! I love hot food. Thank you for a fantastic dinner. 

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  6. Siham

    Orange County5 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 22, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great round table. Wonderful food and great service

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  7. Raul VIP

    San Francisco Bay Area7 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 21, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great food, great service, great ambience. It's our favorite place to celebrate special occasions. Wendy is an amazing team member at Capital Grille who gives great menu recommendations and makes our visit special.

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  8. Kevin

    Los Angeles2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 21, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Restaurant went above and beyond expectation to create a lasting memory.

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  9. Jeannie VIP

    Orange County10 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 21, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Celebrated my son’s birthday, and as always we had a fantastic dinner celebration. We were a table of six, and our waiter Seth went above and beyond to make sure our dinner was perfect. Can’t wait to return.

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  10. Peter VIP

    Orange County72 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 20, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great Food, Great Service, and Great Atmosphere!

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FAQs

The Capital Grille - Costa Mesa offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (714) 432-1140.

The Capital Grille - Costa Mesa is rated 4.8 stars by 5142 OpenTable diners.

The Capital Grille - Costa Mesa does offer gift cards which you can purchase here.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

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Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 47 times today
Experiences are available.
Google Map for The Capital Grille - Costa Mesa

3333 Bristol St, Costa Mesa, CA 92626

Additional information

  • Cross street
    Anton & Bristol off Interstate 405
  • Neighborhood
    Costa Mesa
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Thu, Sat 11:30 am–10:00 pm Fri 11:30 am–8:00 pm Sun 11:30 am–9:00 pm
  • Price
    $50 and over
  • Cuisines
    Steakhouse, American, Wine Bar
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    Self-parking available
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Carte Blanche, Diners Club, Discover, JCB, Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Chef's Table, Full Bar, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Takeout, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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