The Melrose Grill

Had dinner here after seeing great reviews online. I ordered the filet mignon and my girlfriend got the prawns. Unfortunately, the steak was overcooked and the prawns were also very overdone. Flavor was lacking on both dishes. The Caesar salad lettuce was browning too, which is such an easy thing to get right. Prices aren’t bad. Our server was friendly and I have no complaints about her service. I’d say if you haven’t had a truly great steak before, you might enjoy it—but if you have, I’d skip it. Overall, it wasn’t worth it and was pretty disappointing. Also, the ambiance isn’t “fancy steakhouse” at all. It feels more like a diner vibe with a steak-focused menu. Good wine list, but the cocktails were just okay.

I have always had amazing food at The Melrose Grill! My husband and I usually cook our steak at home after being disappointed by countless restaurants previously. We decided to try The Melrose Grill on a whim and we were not disappointed! We had phenomenal service, deliciously cooked and seasoned steak, yummy vegetables. Highly recommend this to anyone looking for some good food to eat 😋😋

Had the extraordinary experience of celebrating a late Valentines day at the Melrose Grill. Our server Egypt made us feel exceptionally well taken care of, and had phenomenal suggestions for the menu(Thanks for telling us about the "Chicago style" option!) The entire staff is always lovely and accommodating, and are so prompt with their service. You will not find a restaurant in the state that delivers such perfect steak both in flavor and accuracy of temperature. No drowning in butter, no over-seasoned messes. Clean flavor done phenomenally with just the right amount of everything. The desserts are to die for as well(picture attached; the steaks did not survive long enough for a photo.) Worth any distance and wait for a special night. Can't wait to come back!

Emily makes amazing cocktails, Mel is very attentive to service, Paul is super friendly and fun and Egypt will leave you laughing. Devon Carter is on the grill Wednesday to Sunday and puts his heart and soul into every steak that leaves the kitchen. I have never had a bad experience with the food or service. 10/10 highly recommend

I absolutely love The Melrose Grilll! It is definitely more of a special occasion place for my family, but oh so worth it to splurge when you can. The food is always delicious, the service is amazing, and the atmosphere is lovely. The desserts are fresh / hand made. If I could go more often I would.

Amazing place, never disappoints. They have the best Steak in town. I always order ribeye medium rare, consistent taste everytime and the best pepper corn sauce and the Parmesan roasted potatoes that comes with the steak. Definitely worth the wait time and the money. I highly recommend this steak house if you are for the meat not the looks, or appetizers. If you are a meat lover this is your to go place. They box the food for you and they usually have wait time so make sure to reserve Sorry the steak was too good I couldn’t have time to think of taking a picture 😋

A small steakhouse rich with history. Surprisingly superb quality stakes. Even though our Vista was later in the evening, the wait staff was excellent at keeping us happy.

Melrose is my favorite place for a steak! Great quality for a great price. ❤️ Everyone has always been so nice and welcoming. Absolutely love it here! I do suggest having a reservation for the dinner rush but walk ins are absolutely welcome.

Steaks and lobster are phenomenal The bread is warm the salad was terrific And so was the desert.

Service was good, the food was great. It was one of the best places to do a steak Pittsburgh style and still be tender. Great job chefs. The place felt like an old school restaurant with great charm.

Beat stake I've ever had. We no longer live in Washington, but this was one of the first places my wife and I went to when we moved there. We fell in love with everything about The Melrose Grill. From the steaks to the wine to the beef stroganoff. I will never not recommend this place.

Disappointing. Filet Mignon and the brochette both ordered Medium. Both arrived Rare and heavy pepper. Potatoes were good though.

Terrible experience. This restaurant discriminates based on race and treats guests differently depending on the color of their skin. Unprofessional and unacceptable behavior. I would not recommend this place to anyone. I was in a party of two and they sat a party of 7 without a reservation before us. If I can give a no stars I would! Not friendly at all!

We ate here with family. This place was pretty good but I should've gotten the steak. I got the pork medallions. They don't have much flavor much than the sauce you use. So make sure you use that sauce! The place outside and indoors reminds of some type of pub like a Simpson Moe's Tavern. Really nice looking and the servers were really attentive. If I go again I'll assure to get the steak and those delicious garlic mashed potatoes! Those were my favorite!

The redemption arc that no one saw coming. I didn't anticipate coming back here after my first experience over a year ago wasn't great. My new gf was trying to plan a "romantic" date night and picked this spot- we went in to it expecting it to either be really good or so bad it would be a funny memory. Thankfully it was super good. I ordered the top sirloin and it was seasoned so well I didn't need to do anything, the crispy potatoes were actually crispy (some with a char), the veggies were super good and the side of peppercorn sauce was sublime. The spinach salad was a little weird personally. The garlic mashed potatoes were better than the crispy ones and the filet was super good too. Great experience.

Epic steakhouse in the most inconspicuous place you'll ever dine at! The Melrose in my opinion is the best steakhouse in the Pacific Northwest. Located in the heart Renton "The Melrose" provided me with the highest quality of steaks I've ever eaten and you'll probably ever dine on. From the moment you arrive I'm greeted with a smile and asked if I have a reservation, which is YES. Hopefully you've made reservations cause I doubt you'll be seated. Now if you're flying solo the bar has seating and you'll have full access to the menu. Plus it's come with a beverage architect with sommelier skills to assist you on your evening journey. Ok, my favorite meals are the rib eye steak medium. It's flame grilled to perfection with char marks for verification. Franks second option is the Beef Stroganoff which is a master piece for your pallet. The stroganoff is packed with more pieces of prime rib meat than your colon can handle but it's delicious... I'd suggest you order the stroganoff & steak and share with two or three people. One more item is the side of Sautéed onions to smother your steak with should it be available. Gave me that extra splash of flavor enhancement that I'd highly recommend. And NO STEAK SAUCE NEEDED the steak has more than enough flavor for you to handle. Few side notes for you and that's salad & bread come with the meal. A few tasty deserts also can be purchased. Each night has several specials if you look for the chalk board or your waiter can share them. As I stated before this is the best steak in town and oddly enough it's very economical to dine here. So make sure you dine, drink & tip your wait person!

Tonight we decided to try a neighborhood spot in Renton that the wife and I last visited 4 years ago. The atmosphere in the Melrose Grill screams casual and cozy, the food is anything but that. It was a real busy evening as every part of the restaurant was humming. This space is not particularly large so when our party of 4 arrived every booth, table, and bar seat was occupied. We were eventually seated a few minutes after our reservation time. The front house staff were welcoming and kept us abreast of when a booth might become available. Once seated our server quickly engaged us, deposited menus and brought water. To begin, we ordered wine and chose our entrees. Melrose Grill is one of the few restaurants where a salad comes with your entree. Imagine that!! So, regarding the food, one person chose the Ribeye Steak which included assorted broiled vegetables and a Beefstake Tomatoes and Danish Blue Cheese Salad. Another chose the Beef Stroganoff special with a Caesar Salad. My wife decided on the Grilled Prawns with rice pilaf, fresh vegetables and the Blue Cheese Salad. I went with the Lobster Tail Dinner special including a baked potato, assorted vegetables and a Caesar Salad. I seriously considered adding a second Lobster Tail, next time I probably will. We all agreed that our selections were great! A tip of the cap to the kitchen, everything was well prepared and seasoned just right. The steak and lobster tail were moist and delicious, not overcooked. The other dishes were also tasty. Oh, and Melrose does not skimp on portions either. You will definitely get your monies worth dining there. For dessert we chose the Lemon Tart with Bourbon Caramel sauce, the Coconut Bread Pudding with Caramel Sauce, and the Crème Brûlée. We loved the desserts! If you are in Renton or looking for a spot for dinner outside Seattle consider the Melrose Grill. Great food, excellent service, and a cozy feel even on a very busy Thursday evening. We will not wait another 4 years to return.

5/5 From the moment we stepped into Melrose Grill, we could feel the charm of this historic spot (Est. 1901!) mixed with a cozy steakhouse vibe. We started with fresh salads (included with your entree) --crisp greens with just the right amount of dressing--then moved on to the real stars of the evening: the entrées. The ribeye with sautéed mushrooms and onions was perfectly grilled, tender, and flavorful, with a generous portion size that made it impossible to leave hungry. The seafood pasta was decadent and creamy, loaded with scallops, shrimp and halibut, while the lobster tail with rice pilaf and vegetables was buttery, and cooked to perfection. Sides like the baked potato (loaded with cheese, bacon bits, and chives) and vibrant roasted vegetables rounded everything out beautifully. And the desserts? Pure indulgence--especially the crème brûlée and warm apple crisp with vanilla ice cream. Service the best. Our server was personable and attentive without being overbearing, and the atmosphere made it easy to enjoy both great food and great company. If you're in the Renton area and craving a top-quality steakhouse experience with generous portions and spot-on execution, Melrose Grill is a must-visit.

PROS: Steak was PERFECTLY cooked - we were that annoying table that ordered 3 of the same cuts and asked for it to be cooked differently and low and behold all steaks were cooked to perfection from rare to medium rare to well done I- The mashed potatoes were also SO good - it was smooth but also they leave the skin in so there's some texture to it too. The FLAVOR was immaculate - dare I say the best mash I've ever had. CONS: Not sure the side lobster was worth but def nothing wrong with it - just a lil steep desserts were also just ok but no complaints IG: Spillingthe.beans

Everything was great. The service was excellent and portion sizes were more than adequate. I really appreciated the anchovies on the Cesar salad. It made me very bite incredibly delectable. The Cajun pasta was rich and well cooked with a decent amount of seafood. Lastly the crème brûlée was just ok as the flavor was very light. I did however enjoy the nuts on the side.

Great food. For the price, really amazing food. This place is a hidden gem. Ribeye steaks were good. Salads and desserts were good. Beef stroganoff was good. Feels homey and comfortable. Our server was excellent. Would come back!

Melrose Grill is my absolute favorite steakhouse in the greater-Seattle area. My family has been coming here for years, and we have a great experience every time. Steaks here are seasoned generously and cooked to perfection. Each entree comes with bread service, a house salad, vegetables, and a side of your choice. This visit, we ordered a ribeye and filet, both of which were excellent. The restaurant is small and dimly lit, always bustling, and has the greatest staff. May has been our server multiple times, and is always very kind and welcoming. I would definitely recommend putting The Melrose Grill on your list of places to check out in Renton, and highly suggest making a reservation.

Well if this response doesn't tell you all you need to know about this establishments ownership I don't know what will. To say I was a pestering wife without even hearing our story, and lying about my friend using foul language to you is awful. He may have had slurred speech but he wasn't drunk and if over serving was the issue why was your server still serving the rest of the table with Martini's and a full bottle of wine. We informed her that we using uber that night and the point of talking to management was to inform you of how rude she was to him and us. But again we never got to the point of exclamation because you/the manager cut our conversation off! No one raised their voice, we just asked for our bill. ( mind you, you still were charging us for the wine, we ultimately refused after all this!)Talk about being rude!!! You be better!!!! What a joke!!

I've been coming here for birthdays, anniversaries, and special events for the last couple of years. The service and food has always been great! When you order a steak you get a salad and 2 sides. I always get the garlic mash and crispy parm potatoes as my sides. I've sometimes opted for the loaded baked potato which is +$1. The steaks are super affordable and come with great sides! I always look forward to coming back.

The food was amazing. I had the ribeye and my husband had the rack of lamb. Make a reservation difficult to get into

You know what's better than Melrose? Nothing I love the atmosphere. I love the food. I love the staff awesome place.

This place has always been 5 stars for us! Love the classic steakhouse atmosphere, excellent service & amazing food. This time we ordered Chardonnay while we decided what to order. We got filet mignon with extra veggies, prawns & extra veggies & salmon, veggies & garlic mash. We got a Caesar & a house salad with them. They do give you a yummy bread bowl to start as well. Everything was just so over the top delicious, from the bread bowl & butter to the salad's & entrees. Highly recommend this place as it's always amazing & consistent. They do have a great selection on their specials board too. We'll be back soon!

This place is a hidden gem. The food was phenomenal! We got steaks, lobster and king crab (we went all out for a birthday). Steaks were seasoned well and cooked correctly. I've never seen a Maine lobster until tonight- they are huge! Our waitress May was a sweetheart and took really good care of our table- thank you May!

good ribeye. cooked perfect. cesar salad also good. Low key spot not to busy went on a sunday night

Melrose Grill is a great steakhouse that's been there for many many years and I've been to it many times and it's always been a very good meal.

I want to be clear what Franco wrote back to me is exactly my problem with him and his restaurant that night and today. Takes no accountability to facts, is very dismissive and lied in his your entire response. That's not what happened that night and we both know it. and for the record had he actually acted like he cared and listened it wasn't actually about being served any alcohol it was about how we were being spoken to and treated for doing nothing at all. No one yelled or swore and we were never impolite. I don't even write yelp reviews (this was my first ever) so this was big enough that I even took the time. Be Better.

The best meal we've ever eaten. can't wait to go back. Our son told us about The Melrose and we thought fine, just another restaurant, but we'll try it sometime. Good Lord, did he ever undersell it!! We've eaten at top restaurants all across this country and The Melrose is definitely in the top three.

Come here to celebrate all our special occasions. 30 mile drive one-way. Everything is delicious. Service is great. Reminds us of a 1930s speakeasy.

Husband and I walked in right after opening and luckily got a table! We know now to make a reservation ahead of time. This was our first time and we dropped in as a whim. We have only lived in Renton a little over a year, but we've heard so many good things and finally decided to try it. It was incredible! It is on the smaller side, dimly lit as well so it's a cozy but comfortable ambiance. And any restaurant that has complimentary bread is a good start for my husband. For our salads, he did the Caesar and I did the balsamic and we both enjoyed them. The Caesar is a good classic Caesar. And the balsamic was light and refreshing, I loved it. For our entrees, we ordered the roasted chicken and the ribeye. Both with baked potatoes and veggies. Each of us were blown away by our food. That sauce that comes with the chicken, omg, I dipped everything in it, LOL. My husband's steak was cooked to medium rare perfection, seasoned well, and he said you could taste the flame broil. 5/5 for entrees. The service is nothing short of great as well. You can tell the staff works as a team. It's a well oiled machine. They all pitch in where needed to keep water glasses full, plates moving from kitchen to table, and clearing and boxing your plates. We will absolutely be back and sharing this place with family and friends. What a diamond Renton has!

Everything our waitress May was fantastic the food was excellent. Love the causal dining and atmosphere.

Amazing food and service! The Melrose never misses! Cool historical spot in Renton with steaks that rival the big steakhouses in Seattle.

First timers and party of 6. Service and food were exceptional! The steak was the best I have ever had - tender and juicy with just the right amount of char. And the Caesar salad was the real thing. So glad we made reservations- avoided a 90 minute wait!

Fabulous meals. Due to our circumstances, we have had to take our meals out but everything has been perfect!

I don't know what to say?! My husband and I really love coming here. You cannot ever go wrong when ordering steak here and to add their lobster tail when it is available. The price is right and not too much for steak and lobster. That may be the reason why this place is always booked ahead of time! Food is good and the price is right! Service is always great and it is such a nice place to eat as a family or when you're on a date. I can say, that I will keep on coming to melrose when I would like to eat out and craving a good steak!

The best steak and lobster that I've ever had. Wonderful and friendly service. Great atmosphere!! Most amazing bartender too

Excellent. I sat at the bar and had a great meal. The steak was fantastic as was the tomato salad

Had a great time celebrating our first anniversary here. We were definitely overdressed, I assumed this would be more of a no-jeans place as a nice steakhouse but boy was I wrong- there were people in sweatpants and not taking their hats off which was a little surprising but honestly didn't affect the service or food so I didn't mind. My husband and I both got the filet medium rare which was cooked perfectly with the delicious garlic mashed potatoes and veggies. We also both got Oscar with our steaks (bay scallops, crab, bernaise sauce and asparagus) and I got a side of the lobster tail. The lobster was a bit overcooked for my taste but still delicious. We also got champagne and I got the blueberry drop cocktail which was great. This place is close to our home and we had never been, now we know great steaks are close by! We will definitely be back.

Food- this time wasn't that great. I went here for my birthday with my hubby and kids. Was looking for a great steakhouse that's around $50-70 each. Last time I had the best steak ever and have literally tried everything from John howie, Ruth Chris etc.. this time was just meh and my potatoes were cold. I told the waitress and she got me more but they were cold too. Service - great they constantly checked on us and asked how everything was. Ambiance- low mood type of lighting and not a lot of space in the restaurant. This time was also SUPER loud but it was fine because in case my toddler started acting up they wouldn't hear. I'm not sure if I want to go back cause first time food was amazing and second on my birthday just wasn't hitting at all.

Great intimate steakhouse in Downtown Renton. A little tight so would not recommend large parties. Book your reservations ahead of time as waits can be very long if you do a walk-in. I always try to order off the specials board - try the rack of lamb (my fav!)

Best restaurant in Renton! This place is Renton's finest. It is always great! They have fabulous steaks and desserts..

Melrose Grill in Renton never disappoints. This small local gem is filled with friendly servers, consistent quality steaks, seasonal desserts and rotating specials. Try the Beef Stroganoff for a delightful comfort dish, you won't be disappointed!

Best restaurant, best steaks in King County. Great service and amazing food. Highly recommended.

Great food, service and value. Best steak I've had in a long while. lWe will return often.

Have you ever known people that hype up a restaurant and then when you finally go, it was like you picked the wrong night to eat there?!? I have a few friends that highly recommend this restaurant. This place is expensive (true) and known for their steaks. I also heard it's better to make a reservation (also true). My server (can't remember her name, but she was really pretty) took really good care of us. Made her suggestions. We ended up getting steak and lobster. Filet mignon cut. It was well seasoned and very yummy ( even though mine was over cooked. I got a medium, when I asked for medium rare) mash potatoes had too much butter & garlic. The Parmesan potato...let's say it wasn't for me. Veggies was soggy. And the worst was my lobster for $60, you would think it would be cooked to perfection. Definitely over cooked...it was rubbery. This made me sad. But the cheesecake was really yummy, didn't care for the blueberry sauce. I would go back just for dessert. The ambiance was ok. Noise level too loud, can't talk to my husband without saying "What" I really wanted to give a great review. Maybe next time.

My wife and I with four of our family were so excited to eat here - reservations by my cousin who had been here. It was a special night as we were in to visit with family for an extended time. The meal started out with good cocktails (I had an Old Fashion with rye, good). The salad was good, and fresh and perfectly dressing out. Then the steak special comes out for my wife and I - we had ordered it medium, and it came out burnt on the ends, tough, and well done on the center. We asked our wonderful server (May) to provide another steak as that was overly done. She was gracious, and did so. 30 minutes later, no steak, everyone else was done, and nobody had even asked us if anything could be done to alleviate our wait, etc. no manager. Poor May wanted to box it up and me take it home to warm it up and enjoy our steak there. Really. Still no one except poor May, and no steak. I asked for her just to take it off the bill. No manager, no sorry except the one person who couldn't do anything about it - May. Horrible manager. I wouldn't recommend this place - things happen and a manager can almost always ensure that we felt at least acknowledged.

This is hands-down one fabulous place. You'd be hard-pressed to find better anywhere around. For a meal you want to be great and not disappoint, make rez and go!

Food: ordered the special prime New York.... DELICIOUS Service: I came in alone and my server was extremely attentive and engaging when needed. Ambiance: Nice and easy going, not pretentious. Will be returning

We've been coming here since 2008. We check. In for our 8'oclock reservation at 8:50. I understand they were busy but when someone checked in for their 8:15 reservation and got a table before us, I checked with hostess and said oh, I have you checked in. 1st bad experience but hoped it will be the last.

Made reservations for an early Valentine's Day dinner on super bowl Sunday (I don't care for football so I wasn't aware). They sat us by the door and it was VERY cold every time someone opened the door. It took a bit for our waitress to come get our orders and it seemed like either they were short staffed or behind in the kitchen, but overall, our experience was pleasant. We ordered a glass of wine and their sunrise cocktail. Unbeknownst to us, the wine my husband chose was $20/glass, which is ridiculous when their cheapest bottle was $42, but hey, they had to get us some way. My drink was fruity and more summery than anything else. The starter bread was super hot and really yummy, so we kept ordering more. We heard the specials, which seem to be there daily but not a part of the menu (stroganoff, jambalaya pasta, etc all seen in Yelp pictures). A special dish was scallops in pesto sauce, and we were able to order it as an appetizer. While the flavors and tenderness of the scallops were amazing, the price for 3 was ridiculous ($21), and made us wonder just how much the actual dish would have been. The starter salads were plentiful but forgettable. I couldn't taste Bleu cheese dressing in mine, it was more like umami flavor, which was fine too. Just greens and carrots, nothing grand. Husband got the ribeye with mushrooms and garlic mash and I got the pork chops and added prawns. Mind you, 4 prawns for $18, again, kind of wild to me, especially because they were just by themselves, no dressing or flavor or anything, just lemon. The steak was very tasty, well cooked, and the mash was very tasty. His mushrooms were buttons and while he liked them, the marsala sauce on my pork chops were tastier. Speaking of, my chops were smothered in this and you couldn't find them. It was a bit much but also tasty. The parm potatoes were very good and the veggies were cooked well. The restaurant itself was nice - historic building, darkened ambiance, original bar, no TVs, and no overhead music. The train goes by within a few feet and it's super loud but other than that, it's all cute. Overall, we recommend and will probably return, but plan on bringing an open and willing wallet.

They are always welcoming, efficent, and has good food! I would recommend them to anyone.

Always have a great experience at Melrose Grill. Service is friendly and efficient. The food is so good!! Our favorite special restaurant.

Amazing dinner at Melrose. Food was great and steaks perfectly cooked. Chef Scott and his team knocked it out of the park!!