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Hours:
Sun-Thur 5pm-9pm
Fri-Sat 5pm-10pm
Price:
$$$
Last updated 5.12.11
Category:
Grill Restaurants, Restaurants
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American Express, Visa, Discover, MasterCard
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What People Are Saying About Melrose Grill
The Owner
Melrose Grill
Owner
The building in which the Melrose Grill resides was established in 1901 and has served as a tavern since the days of the horse and buggy. It also operated as a pool hall, soda shop and card room during prohibition. We have honored the building's historic roots by keeping the original mirror-backed bar with its rich, dark woods. With wainscoting on the walls, low-slung lamps and high ceilings, the space feels as open as the West was when the Melrose Building was built. We are proud to serve the highest quality steaks in this historic space. Our steaks come from the highest quality corn fed…
Featured Review
Contributor
Contributor
This historic building in Renton built in 1901 now is a steakhouse offering prime cuts and reasonable prices.
Editor's Tips
- Know Before You Go:
- Limited Reservations are available for parties of 6-15 guests, Sunday through Thursday. Make sure to call the restaurant and inquire as to whether reservation space is available.
- The Extras:
- Gift Certificates are available at the restaurant during dining hours or by calling our office Mon-Fri 10am-3pm.
03/14/11
Great experience and a great steak
by CurtNelson at Citysearch
I had heard some good things about Melrose Grill but only went for the first time this past Saturday. The place was packed and there was a 40 minute wait. There was also no place to sit even in the bar. So they let us go to a different bar across the street to wait and they called us when our table was ready. Very accomodating!
In just shy of 40 minutes our table was ready and we were immediately greated by a pleasant friendly server. Even though the place was packed, she was very calm and took her time with us.
I'm used to eating at some of the Bellevue steak restaurants so I was a bit skeptical of how this might turn out. A review of the menu showed many promising items but only one steak was prime grade. However, the prices were about $10.00 lower than the Bellevue steakhouses AND included starter salad and vegetable.
When the steak arrived it was very nicely seasoned, a quality piece of meat, and cooked just as I had asked. Throughout the meal, the server continued to be just the right balance of attentiveness and unobtrusiveness.
Even though we were pretty full we decided to split a creme brulee for desert. Good move! It was one of the best I had every had!
So, in summary the interior and exterior ambiance is nowhere as fancy as the Bellevue places but the food is terrific, the prices much lower, and the service just right. I'll definitely be back!
07/15/09
Worst Steak Ever
by Sarge16 at Citysearch
Well I went into the " Melrose Grill " for a nice steak dinner and ended paying $80 dollars for a lump of fat........it was the nastiest piece of meat I have ever seen. This coming from a butchers son-in-law. This nasty steak not only costed me $80 but they refused to replace it since I had already cut into it. I was digging myself a hole trying to find a single portion of actual meat on this thing. I will never go back to this place again......the worst customer service ever. I was actually told " well you shouldnt have cut into then ". Ive worked in the resturant business and that is no way to talk to any customer. They do not deserve and five stars for anything......
- Pros: Location
- Cons: Worst Steak, Horrible Customer Service, Expensive
11/16/08
Best Steak Place at Reasonable Price!
by madamg at Citysearch
I've been a customer for the last five years spending birthday celebrations w/ my family. They are very
consistent w/ their steak and always cooked to perfection. I've been to Jak's in West Seattle, Issaquah, and on 45th Ave area in Seattle. Melrose Grill is so much better, and their steaks have more flavor. Service is attentive and the price is just right.. They don't have appetizers and you will not leave this place hungry . Forget about Metropolitan Grill, Daniel's Broiler, Ruth's Chris. Melrose Grill will not disappoint you.
10/15/08
A Great Steak House in Renton?....YES!
by CookstersAlibi at Citysearch
I've been hearing all the great reviews and wanting to check out Melrose Grill. I finally got the opportunity last night. We arrived Tuesday, 6pm, and got a parking spot just outside the door. We were surprised to be the first guests for the evening, but tables started filling up quickly. The service was top-notch with a very friendly waitress and very attentive supporting staff. I'm not going to say that Delmonico was the best ever, as I love Ruth's Chris & the Metropolitan Grill, but for the price the steak was very good. But I was more impressed with the vegetables & potatoes, as they were all cooked perfectly and presented very nicely. I had the cheese cake for dessert and I have to say I feel it is better than the Cheesecake Factory. Very Good! We'll definitely be back as this is going to turn into a new favorite!
- Pros: Parking, Service, Food, Meal selection
- Cons: Interior decor could be dressed up a bit more, but it matches the price/value
09/26/08
best steak!
by hazel0704 at Citysearch
hands down - best steak in seattle and all at a reasonable price! if you're looking to try something other than the cheesecake factory (boring chain places bore us) then you have found it!
- Pros: great steaks
- Cons: no reservations
Message from Melrose Grill
- Outstanding Steaks
- Outstanding Service
- Outstanding Atmosphere
The building in which the Melrose Grill resides was established in 1901 and has served as a tavern since the days of the horse and buggy. It also operated as a pool hall, soda shop and card room during prohibition. We have honored the building's historic roots by keeping the original mirror-backed bar with its rich, dark woods. With wainscoting on the walls, low-slung lamps and high ceilings, the space feels as open as the West was when the Melrose Building was built. We are proud to serve the highest quality steaks in this historic space. Our steaks come from the highest quality corn fed Midwest beef. Hand selection and custom aging ensures the very best flavor and tenderness.
