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Metropolitan Grill

4.8 (6270)
$50 and over
Steak
820 Second Avenue, Seattle, WA 98104

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 4 times today

About this restaurant

  • Good for special occasions
  • Good for business meals
  • Charming
Metropolitan Grill has been a Seattle landmark and the city’s premier steakhouse since 1983, serving the finest steaks—from USDA Prime cuts to exclusive Japanese A-5 Wagyu—expertly prepared and served with unmatched hospitality. Located in the historic Marion Building, The Met offers a classic steakhouse experience where an award-winning wine list and expertly crafted cocktails elevate every meal. Whether you're celebrating a milestone or simply savoring an unforgettable meal, every visit to The Met is timeless, refined, and unmatched.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Fine Dining
  • Price
    $50 and over
  • Cuisines
    Steak, Seafood, American
  • Hours of operation
    Lunch Tue–Fri 11:00 am–3:00 pm Happy Hour Mon–Fri 3:00 pm–5:30 pm Dinner Daily 4:30 pm–9:30 pm
  • Phone number
    (206) 624-3287
  • Website
    https://www.themetropolitangrill.com/
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Private party facilities
    From an intimate dinner for six to a lavish reception for 75, let us take care of every detail for your next celebration. Each of our three private rooms offer an oversized TV and our largest room features a secluded entrance to elevate your experience.
  • Location
    820 Second Avenue, Seattle, WA 98104
  • Neighborhood
    Downtown
  • Cross street
    2nd & Marion
  • Parking details
    Valet parking is available every evening beginning at 5pm.
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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What 6,270 people are saying

Metropolitan Grill reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.8
4.8 based on recent ratings
  • 4.8Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.3Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

  • Seattle / Eastern Washington

    Good for special occasions

  • Seattle / Eastern Washington

    Steak

  • Seattle

    Good for special occasions

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Metropolitan Grill offers an "incredible food and flavorful drinks" experience, with "exceptional service" making it "perfect for any occasion." Known for its "perfectly cooked steaks" and vibrant atmosphere, it is a Seattle staple. While the 20% service charge can confuse, the staff's expertise and attention consistently impress diners.
6,270 Reviews

  1. Jon

    Portland / Oregon1 review

    5.0

    Dined on May 17, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The staff was friendly, polite and served us well. I believe the owner of the restaurant or at least the manager was there and also displayed the same grace. He took our picture outside the restaurant. Great experience.
    Metropolitan GrillResponded 4 days ago
    Thank you for your wonderful review! We're absolutely delighted to hear you had such a great experience with us. It's fantastic to know our team provided friendly and polite service, and we're especially pleased that you had the personal touch of one of our leaders taking your photo. We're committed to ensuring every visit is just as flawless and continues to exceed your expectations. Please feel free to call us at (206) 624-3287 and ask for any manager if you'd like to share more or plan your next visit.

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  2. Catherine

    Seattle / Eastern Washington16 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 17, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    A friend and I decided to dine at the Metropolitan Grill before attending a show. We started with a Caesar salad that had a light and tangy dressing. Butthe main show was the chateaubriand for two. Choice of potato, we chose the mashed potatoes, they were creamy and satisfying. The meat was cooked to perfection, carved tableside, with their cliff sauce created during the process. Meat presented alongside the potatoes, a roasted tomato and mushrooms. We had leftovers. We also ordered a bottle of moderately priced wine. We caught our Uber and off to the show. The Metropolitan has changed since I dined years ago - it is a lot less stuffy than it once was. Greeted by smiles, friendliness, and a helpful team there to provide the very best service. Things to know before you go. It's pricey, but we thought it was worth it. The gratuity is automatically added and is retained by the restaurant, but the staff earn a commission on the receipts - we both thought this was an excellent way to handle tipping. Diners aren't expected to tip additional.

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  3. Rowena

    Las Vegas2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 16, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    One of Seattle’s best restaurants! Perfect for any occasion

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  4. Eric

    Washington, D.C. Area28 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 16, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    In for a birthday celebration while visiting Seattle from the East Coast. The staff was very attentive and made our time special.

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  5. Steven VIP

    San Francisco Bay Area258 reviews

    3.0

    Dined on April 25, 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 3
    Very pricey steakhouse.......old school but could use a freshening up! The overpriced prawn cocktail was disappointing.....tasteless prawns, simple cocktail sauce. The cesar salad was not close too being a good traditional salad. My ribeye was good but come on......close to $100 should be outstanding. My wife had a top sirloin....she needs lean meat and this was it, nothing grass-fed available. The dish did include potatoes......frankly, this was the best item of the night. Martinis were good but very small. We ordered dessert and they brought us a piece of carrot cake with ice cream big enough for 5 people....seems a bit wasteful frankly. Our server, Jade was very good. The bill included a 20% service fee that apparently went to the restaurant and we were expected to tip server on top of the 20%, I guess......server explained to us that they get a commission but no tips....very confusing and it became a complicated business transaction all of a sudden. Way overpriced in my opinion, no need to return and would recommend going to one of the many other steak places in Seattle.

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  6. Chris

    Seattle / Eastern Washington4 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on April 25, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 3
    The Metropolitan Grill is a Seattle staple. Very good to excellent food and service. EVERY BILL INCLUDES THIS NOTE: There is a 20% service charge added to every bill, which the restaurant retains 100% of that service charge. The service charge is taxed, which is WA state law. The server earns a 10% commission on gross sales and 100% of anything left on the tip line.
    Metropolitan GrillResponded 7 days ago
    Hi Chris, I'm happy to see you enjoyed your visit. For clarification, established in 2019, this service charged model was designed to ensure that our staff’s earnings remain competitive and fair. This approach has proven effective, maintaining or even exceeding earnings compared to traditional tipping models. If you have any further questions, please do not hesitate to call us at (206) 624-3287 and request to speak with a manager at your convenience

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  7. Charlene VIP

    Seattle / Eastern Washington13 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 10, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Fabulous staff, fabulous service, fabulous food, wonderful experience overall.

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  8. pam VIP

    Seattle / Eastern Washington72 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 2, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Easily the best part of our dinner was our server-so sad that I didn’t write down his name. Perfect amount of expertise, attention and sense of humor.
    Metropolitan GrillResponded on April 8, 2025
    His name is Dan! Thank you for the review; we will pass your kind words onto Dan. We'll note in your reservations to request him for you for your future bookings. -The Metropolitan Grill

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  9. Andrew VIP

    Orange County69 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on March 23, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Wonderful atmosphere. Superior, impeccable, professional service. Number one choice for steak dinner in Seattle. The mandatory 20 percent service charge, which goes entirely to management and not the server, has a chilling effect on the overall experience and makes calculating the gratuity the server deserves more difficult.

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  10. Nathan

    Seattle / Eastern Washington1 review

    5.0

    Dined on March 1, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Lynn was wonderful and informative, helping my girlfriend and I enjoy a lovely evening out! Incredible food and flavorful drinks with an overall professional and enjoyable experience. Definitely will come back the next time for a big celebration

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Metropolitan Grill is rated 4.8 stars by 6270 OpenTable diners.

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 4 times today
Google Map for Metropolitan Grill

820 Second Avenue, Seattle, WA 98104

Additional information

  • Cross street
    2nd & Marion
  • Neighborhood
    Downtown
  • Hours of operation
    Lunch Tue–Fri 11:00 am–3:00 pm Happy Hour Mon–Fri 3:00 pm–5:30 pm Dinner Daily 4:30 pm–9:30 pm
  • Price
    $50 and over
  • Cuisines
    Steak, Seafood, American
  • Dining style
    Fine Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Valet parking is available every evening beginning at 5pm.
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Website
    https://www.themetropolitangrill.com/
  • Phone number
    (206) 624-3287
  • Private party facilities
    From an intimate dinner for six to a lavish reception for 75, let us take care of every detail for your next celebration. Each of our three private rooms offer an oversized TV and our largest room features a secluded entrance to elevate your experience.

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