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The Capital Grille - Fairfax

4.8
4.8
661 Reviews
$50 and over
Steakhouse
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.

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2 people

7:00 PM


Booked 50 times today

Additional information

  • Dining style

    Elegant Dining

  • Cuisines

    Steakhouse, American, Wine Bar

  • Hours of operation

    Mon–Thu 11:30 am–9:00 pm Fri 11:30 am–10:00 pm Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Sun 4:00 pm–9:00 pm

  • Phone number

    (703) 259-5010

  • Payment options

    AMEX, Discover, MasterCard, Visa

  • Dress code

    Business Casual

  • Private party facilities

    The Capital Grille offers private dining accommodations for up to 200 guests. From making formal business proposals to making toasts with a gathering of friends, we can help you flawlessly pull off any private event.

  • Private party contact

    Ali Nunes: (703) 259-5010

  • Neighborhood

    Fairfax

  • Parking details

    Located in the Fair Lakes Promenade, west of Fair Oaks Mall

  • Additional

    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Full Bar, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Wine

What 661 people are saying

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4.8
4.8 based on recent ratings
  • 4.8Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.8Ambience
  • 4.5Value

NoiseModerate

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  • Washington, D.C. Area

    Steakhouse

  • Virginia - DC Suburbs

    Best Ambiance

  • Virginia - DC Suburbs

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  1. BlakeD

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 2 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Recently started having our monthly business lunch get together here. Glenn and all the staff are amazing. Very personable, very entertaining and attentive to all our needs. I give this restaurant 10 stars.
  2. Sunshine

    Washington DC

    16 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    16 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    overall4food4service4ambience4
    Excellent time and wonderful staff! They spoiled as as we celebrated a special birthday.
  3. dianeb

    Washington DC

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 7 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    The waitress was fabulous and made our experience way out of the ordinary. The seafood platter appetizer was fresh and beautifully presented.the fillets were cooked perfectly. And so on. You can’t miss with this place.
  4. JordyC

    Washington DC

    6 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on March 13, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Cee and Sarah were fantastic to work with and provided great service.
  5. OpenTable Diner

    Washington DC

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on March 12, 2023

    overall5food4service4ambience5
    Our family went to celebrate my wife’s birthday. Overall we had a very enjoyable dinner and the service was excellent. We look forward to coming back.
  6. OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 12, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Love this place! The food is excellent and the service is fine dining at its best.
  7. FerSuarez

    Atlanta Metro

    106 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    106 reviews

    Dined on March 12, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Fantastic as usual, outstanding service by Jeff. Hope I can be back soon.
  8. SabbyH

    Washington DC

    1 review

    vip
    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 9, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    As always, had a lovely time at the Capital Grille. A highlight this time was our sever, Sean, who was excellent! He was attentive, engaging, and really added to our experience there. The food is always consistently great!
  9. OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 5, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    It was wow wow wow experience as usual
  10. Enjoyed

    Washington DC

    24 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    24 reviews

    Dined on March 3, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great service!
  11. JoeM

    Washington DC

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 25, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Table location was excellent so we did not get the noise of the kitchen and servers, service was excellent and food was very very good. It was a little expensive so we keep this to a special occasion.
  12. VijayM

    Washington DC

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 21, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Excellent food and service. Attention to detail for my son's birthday.
  13. OpenTable Diner

    Washington DC

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on February 18, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    60th birthday. Fantastic job
  14. KrisM

    Washington DC

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on February 17, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We had a group of 6 and were seated in a comfortable booth with 3 chairs on the other side of the table. Johnny was our server and he was friendly, helpful, and attentive all night. He made wonderful recommendations and made the evening even more enjoyable as he engaged in conversation with us and had fun with our group. Everything was delicious and cooked to perfection.
  15. TheZman

    Washington DC

    118 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    118 reviews

    Dined on February 17, 2023

    overall4food3service5ambience5
    If we go back, it will be because of the service and the effort of wine director Lina Lorenzen as well as my wife's food being nicely prepared. As for my meals, improperly cleaned shrimp and overcooked steak certainly gives me pause. As steakhouses go, Capital Grille has a lot to offer, but a 50% hit rate on food isn't where it should be.
  16. RichnKathy

    Washington DC

    58 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    58 reviews

    Dined on February 17, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Another fantastic Friday date night for my wife and I. Cocktails were delicious, our food was awesome, and our server Brian, a true gem!! Thanks for everything!!
  17. David

    Washington DC

    23 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    23 reviews

    Dined on February 17, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Rose on table for our anniversary. Superior service
  18. Alvin

    Washington DC

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 16, 2023

    overall4food5service4ambience4
    Cocktails were great. The Bone-In Kona Crusted Dry Aged NY Strip with Shallot Butter was excellent. Good service as well
  19. OpenTable Diner

    Washington DC

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 15, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The food was fantastic and our steaks were cooked perfectly. Our waiter gave us time on the menu and to enjoy our eating. The rose and confetti for Valentine’s Day was a nice touch. This is our second time visiting and have become fans now.
  20. OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 15, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Late Val s dinner
  21. Edward

    Washington DC

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 15, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
  22. OpenTable Diner

    Washington DC

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on February 15, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Had Valentines Day with the wife and as always everything was on point
  23. OpenTable Diner

    New York Area

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on February 15, 2023

    overall5food5service4ambience5
    It was good. They sat us right at the time we reserved a table. They server was very knowledgeable. Drinks were amazing and definitely worth the money.
  24. OpenTable Diner

    Richmond

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 14, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Valentines Day
  25. Goodfood

    Washington DC

    17 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    17 reviews

    Dined on February 14, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Thank you Parker for making our experience exceptional! Only thing better than the food was the service. We will be back very soon.
  26. WaqarM

    Washington DC

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 14, 2023

    overall3food3service3ambience3
    Not one of the best experiences, place has been much better in the past, bread was stale and the shrimp was soggy Yuki. One would expect much better service on Valentine's Day
  27. Chip

    Washington DC

    12 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    12 reviews

    Dined on February 11, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Greeted with “welcome & Happy Anniversary” when we checked in. Meghan took care of us at the bar, as we arrived early to enjoy a cocktail, with prompt service and a smile. It only got better from there. Awaiting for us at our table was a note and long stem red rose wishing us Happy Anniversary. Rico provided excellent service along with delicious calamari appetizer, soup, salad, and perfectly cooked sea bass along with the NY steak special of the evening. Our wine glasses were tended to throughout the evening, and the Happy Anniversary desert was amazing. If you’re celebrating a special occasion, can’t miss with Capital Grille - Fairfax.
  28. OpenTable Diner

    Washington DC

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 11, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    My second time at the Fairfax location and both times were phenomenal! Great service and the best food I’ve had at any other high end restaurants! Easily my favorite nice restaurant to go to for a special occasion! Seabass melts in your mouth!
  29. Chip

    Washington DC

    48 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    48 reviews

    Dined on February 10, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We’ve eaten at the Capital Grille on several occasions. Our latest visit didn’t disappoint. The food was excellent as well as the service by our waiter, Johnny Oke. Very attentive! Thanks for a wonderful evening.
  30. BriannaO

    Tampa

    52 reviews

    4.0

    52 reviews

    Dined on February 9, 2023

    overall4food5service5ambience4
    I attended a business meeting with appetizers and drinks. The food and the service was great but pricey for no main courses.
  31. AngelisseC

    Washington DC

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 9, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Jacqueline was wonderful and the food was excellent! We appreciate the special touches to celebrate our anniversary. Thank you!
  32. LisaS

    Washington DC

    58 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    58 reviews

    Dined on February 8, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Love lunch at the bar. Michael is fantastic. Great drinks and food. The steak sandwich is the perfect lunch.
  33. Maquina

    Washington DC

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on February 8, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    For a special occasion, a winner. Highly recommend.
  34. Bryan

    Washington DC

    8 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on February 6, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Business dinner, and we had award-level service with Rachael!
  35. OpenTable Diner

    Washington DC

    2 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on February 5, 2023

    overall4food5service4ambience4
    Soufiane made out experience amazing. His service is 5 stars. The hostess could use some help.
  36. FrederickI

    San Francisco

    2 reviews

    3.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on February 5, 2023

    overall3food3service5ambience1
    My wife’s food was good( she had fried Calamari and crab cakes and lobster), I had a roasted Pear salad that was great and Mac and Cheese that tasted great only you had to eat the bottom since the top was baked and the Macaronis were too hard to Chew! My main course was Filet Mignon( ordered it Medium) with Mushrooms. The meat was nearly charred on the outside!! The desert was great, I had the cheesecake and my wife had the crème brûlée. We sat at the boot and the Noise level was AWFUL. The people sitting behind us seamed had swallowed loudspeakers each. The experience was awful and $275 was waisted if you asked me. The waiter and the Valet were both excellent.
  37. OpenTable Diner

    Washington DC

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 3, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    It was great
  38. KennethS

    Washington DC

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on January 29, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We were celebrating my husband’s birthday and everything was perfect!!
  39. EllenC

    Washington DC

    80 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    80 reviews

    Dined on January 28, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    This was our first time to the new Capital Grille in Fairfax. I love the design of the building both outside and in. The main dining area where we sat was warm and inviting, the tables spacious and the seats very comfortable. It was very easy to have and hear the conversation at our table even though the room was full. Our server Miguel was wonderful ! Very professional, and knowledgeable about the food and wine. For appetizers we had a Caesar salad and the tuna tartare. The salad was very good with shaves of Parmesan, croutons and a perfect Caesar dressing. The tuna tartare was delicious with avocado and an accompanying Siracha sauce. For entrees we had the tuna and the sea bass. Both were cooked perfectly, served nice and hot and were delicious! Miguel suggested we try the Brussels sprouts and we were so glad he did! They are yummy! The wine list was varied with several reasonable cost selections. Thank you Miguel for a delightful evening!
  40. OpenTable Diner

    Charleston

    10 reviews

    5.0

    10 reviews

    Dined on January 24, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    No comments other great great and great!!!

Safety precautions

  • Cleaning & sanitizing

    • Surfaces sanitized between seatings
    • Digital, disposable or sanitized menu provided
    • Common areas deep-cleaned daily
    • Sanitizer or wipes provided for customers
  • Physical distancing

    • Limited number of seated diners
    • Distancing maintained in common areas
    • Extra space between tables
  • Protective equipment

    • Waitstaff wear masks
    • Diners must wear masks unless eating or drinking
  • Screening

    • Sick staff prohibited in the workplace
    • Staff temperature check required

FAQs

The Capital Grille - Fairfax is rated 4.8 stars by 661 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people

7:00 PM


Booked 50 times today
Google Map for The Capital Grille - Fairfax

12169 Fair Lakes Promenade Dr, Fairfax, VA 22033

Additional information

  • Neighborhood

    Fairfax

  • Hours of operation

    Mon–Thu 11:30 am–9:00 pm Fri 11:30 am–10:00 pm Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Sun 4:00 pm–9:00 pm

  • Cuisines

    Steakhouse, American, Wine Bar

  • Dining style

    Elegant Dining

  • Dress code

    Business Casual

  • Parking details

    Located in the Fair Lakes Promenade, west of Fair Oaks Mall

  • Payment options

    AMEX, Discover, MasterCard, Visa

  • Additional

    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Full Bar, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Wine

  • Phone number

    (703) 259-5010

  • Private party facilities

    The Capital Grille offers private dining accommodations for up to 200 guests. From making formal business proposals to making toasts with a gathering of friends, we can help you flawlessly pull off any private event.

  • Private party contact

    Ali Nunes: (703) 259-5010

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