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The Capital Grille - Washington DC, Washington, DC

The Capital Grille - Washington DC

4.8 (4980)
$50 and over
Steakhouse
601 Pennsylvania Ave NW, Washington, DC 20004

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2 people
10:30 PM
Booked 61 times today
Experiences are available.

About this restaurant

  • Good for special occasions
  • Good for business meals
  • Great for fine wines
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
    Fine Dining
  • Price
    $50 and over
  • Cuisines
    Steakhouse, American, Wine Bar
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Thu, Sat 11:30 am–9:00 pm Fri 4:00 pm–8:00 pm Sun 5:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Phone number
  • 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 up to 30 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: (561) 368-1077
  • Neighborhood
    Capitol Hill
  • Cross street
    6th Street NW
  • Parking details
    Valet after 5:00pm. (Complimentary)
  • Public transit
    National Archives Metro Stop
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, 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 $50 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 4,980 people are saying

The Capital Grille - Washington DC 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
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.3Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Washington, D.C. Area

    Steakhouse

  • District of Columbia

    Steakhouse

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
The Capital Grille in Washington DC delivers an exceptional dining experience with "excellent service and outstanding food." The steakhouse is praised for its "ambiance and delicious dishes," particularly the "bone-in filet and lobster mac and cheese." Notable servers like Daniel, Eric, and Nicole elevate the experience with their attentive service.
4,980 Reviews
  1. Stephen

    Washington, D.C. Area1 review

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    It was a great experience me and the wife’s first time there but not our last food and service was outstanding

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  2. Christian

    Atlanta7 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 22, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Excellent service and the food was outstanding. Was hoping for quality food and great service and this spot didn't disappoint.

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  3. Lynn

    Washington, D.C. Area12 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 21, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Love this restaurant. Eric is the best server and took care of us really well. The lobster salad was delicious.

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  4. Elizabeth VIP

    Washington, D.C. Area22 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 19, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    As always the Capital Grille served up PERFECTION! Daniel is always fantastic and truly a gem. The service, ambiance and food is delicious no matter when you go ! Simply the best.

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  5. Marc VIP

    Washington, D.C. Area1 review

    5.0

    Dined on June 16, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Nicole is a great addition to Capital Grille. She’s great at anticipating needs.

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  6. Nora VIP

    Washington, D.C. Area9 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 15, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Nathaniel provided great service and shared specials. We enjoyed celebrating Fathers Day and our 34th wedding anniversary with the Capital Grille.

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  7. Vincent VIP

    Wisconsin14 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 12, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had a great time. Two of the attendees had never been to CG. They enjoyed the food and service. Mustafa did a great job! V-

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  8. Gillian

    San Francisco Bay Area54 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 12, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The food, service and atmosphere were all outstanding. I would highly recommend the Capital Grill.

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  9. Jonathan VIP

    Washington, D.C. Area10 reviews

    2.0

    Dined on June 10, 2025

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 3
    The food was excellent as always but the service was very slow.

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  10. Jack VIP

    Washington, D.C. Area16 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 9, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Always love the Capitol Grill on The Hill. Great food and service!

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FAQs

The Capital Grille - Washington DC offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (202) 737-6200.

The Capital Grille - Washington DC is rated 4.8 stars by 4980 OpenTable diners.

The Capital Grille - Washington DC 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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  2. United States
  3. Washington, D.C. Area
  4. District of Columbia
  5. Capitol Hill

Make a reservation

2 people
10:30 PM
Booked 61 times today
Experiences are available.
Google Map for The Capital Grille - Washington DC

601 Pennsylvania Ave NW, Washington, DC 20004

Additional information

  • Cross street
    6th Street NW
  • Neighborhood
    Capitol Hill
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Thu, Sat 11:30 am–9:00 pm Fri 4:00 pm–8:00 pm Sun 5:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Price
    $50 and over
  • Cuisines
    Steakhouse, American, Wine Bar
  • Dining style
    Fine Dining
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    Valet after 5:00pm. (Complimentary)
  • Public transit
    National Archives Metro Stop
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Carte Blanche, Diners Club, Discover, JCB, Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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