The Melrose Grill

Excellent service, great steak. May have just been the crowd, but very noisy. Also a little to cool for my comfort preference. Worth a try.

The BEST steakhouse near Seattle area!! This is my go-to place and the food is always amazing and the price is very fair. Our server, Angelo was very great and he made our dinner even better! Definitely coming back very soon!

Price was about $30-$100 per dish. They give you a menu but then they have a board with their specials on the wall which are a bit more pricey. It gets loud. The dress code is casual and chill. I do love that the recipes are grandma recipes and from scratch like the dessert. Service was amazing and the bussers were phenomenal. Once your plate is clear they pick it up right away.

Very moody restaurant with lots of charm. We had a great meal and everyone liked what they ordered. Service was very attentive. I would recommend for a nice dinner out. There is not a strictly formal dress code but most guest were dressed up.

We had a great experience at Melrose Grill! The Caesar salad was very good, and the steak was cooked well and flavorful. We also enjoyed the crème brûlée—it was a great way to end the meal. The waitress was friendly and attentive, which made our visit even better. Overall, we had a wonderful time and would love to come back!

Every time I am in the Renton area, I always make sure to eat here. The food and service are just excellent. It was extra special this time around since I was on business travel and it fell on my birthday. Special thanks to my server, Mae, who made it wonderful and made sure I was taken care of. I have nothing but great experiences here and everything is delicious. I don't think I every had a bad meal.

Great atmosphere with knowledgable attentive staff. Steak, potatoes, and vegetables were excessively salty. Lobster was gummy. Our steak cook preference were accidently switched, even though they were different cuts. We made do with our meals, but at the end our bills were accidently charged with each others orders.. Still, the sevice from all staff were phenominal. Dessert was offered to compensate for the trouble, but we declined, as we were finished with the experience. Not mad, just an unfortunate meal. Again, great ambiance, wonderful staff.

Small, yet very pleasant! Excellent food , no matter what you order! The staff is very wonderful when they are in your presence. I have no complaints and that is saying a lot when it comes to me and my food in restaurants! The Melrose Grill hands down is a awesome place for a romantic dinner for 2 or a quiet well made dinner for 1, to get a peace of mind! Eating at this restaurant, you will not be disappointed. I have been back a few times since finding them for my birthday last year, where they became my FAVORITE PLACE TO EAT.!!

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

The service the food as well as the portions was fantastic. Drinks were great went well with the ambiance of the restaurant.

My wife and I have been to Melrose Grill many times and the food is always amazing. The staff is very friendly and service has always been second to none.

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

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

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.

I stopped into Melrose Grill on a whim after recently relocating from Seattle to Renton, curious to explore the local dining scene. Nestled in downtown, the restaurant carries a reputation for steak--something I was eager to put to the test. I started with the Rum Cocktail, a refreshing opener with just the right balance of sweetness and bite. For dinner, I opted for the steak and prawn kabob, accompanied by parmesan-crusted potatoes. While the flavors were generally well-developed, the execution left room for improvement: the potatoes leaned dry, and the steak brochette was noticeably chewier than expected, especially from a place that prides itself on its beef. Was the meal disappointing? Not quite. Was it a standout? Also no. But it was solid enough to warrant a return visit. With Melrose's reputation, I'm hopeful my next experience will live up to the promise.

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.

We came to celebrate my son's 16th birthday and the food and service was top notch. Reyna our waitress was attentive, friendly and knowledgeable with the menu. We order the fillet mignon, top sirloin, New York and Rib Eye. The steaks were cooked properly to our liking. We also ordered the peach cobbler ala mode and the coconut bread pudding. Everything was delicious. This restaurant is a local gem and never disappoints.

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!

Not only are the steaks the best but the servers are #1 bar none. Personable and very attentive! The drinks are amazing and I love the ambiance! Everyone remarks about the food but I want to remark about the employees! They AND the food have me coming back!

Good food bad service Dinner for 5 over $300, two rounds of drinks each took 30 mins, finished dinner wanted dessert but after waiting another 30 mins gave up, total meal time 2 hours Sorry but I think for a meal if you want dessert they should not be sorry for "large party" I had to take care of and we just couldn't get to you I am sorry to be petty but it was our 28th anniversary and we had planned a special night out, turned out to be a long night and dessert at DQ

The food tastes off. I'm not picky by any means but I bit into a piece of steak and I immediately gagged. Fast forward didn't eat my food, entire family got food poisoning the next afternoon. Won't return, even the service was sub par. Not impressed from the reviews raging this... "good" place.

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!

Couldn't even get a baked potato and a baby spinach salad, a to-go order, correct. I watched when my baked potato was brought out and placed on the bar counter. The host advised me that my order was ready and wanted me to pay. I went to do so and found it wasn't ready. Another five minutes or so went by, with my baked potato sitting there on the counter for about 10 minutes. When staff reemerged, I asked if it (potato) would be warm, and he quickly replied "yes, it's only been sitting here for two minutes." Evidently either they have a strong integrity problem or a spacial time awareness issue here. I hope the latter. The menu is limited and normally their expertise shines through but this time it did not. Here's to next time being a better experience.

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.

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

Once again, the Melrose came through for my girlfriends lobster bday dinner!! Cooked wonderfully, great service again!

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 STEAKHOUSE EVER. Have tried many others and they all fail to come close, even at much higher prices.

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!

Excellent service, outstanding food! Have been here several times. Returning soon for my birthday. Cozy dark wood interior, I love it. Reservations are recommended.

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.

Food was great, our waiter Angelo was awesome! Super attentive and really went above & beyond.

Unfortunately the food is the biggest reason for the low stars. When we were seated, we got ice water but there was an underlying salty taste, our server said it might have come from the soda gun and got us ice water from the tap- this was better but still had a subtle salty taste. We ended up ordering a bottle of sparkling water. Bread was warm and fine. I ordered the bochette and tiger prawns, it came with a simple salad with vinaigrette, some of the lettuce was that slight brown/pink color and a tasted a little bitter. I took a few bites but didn't bother. My beef tenderloin was good but just warm/almost cold, needed some extra salt and pepper to add some taste to it. Crispy potatoes were soggy but flavorful, the broccoli had a slight freezer burn taste, zucchini was fine, the shrimp had good flavor but a little rubbery. Partner got the ribeye and added lobster. Restaurant surprised us with a dessert- the menu said apple crisp but our server told us it was actually a berry crisp- it was good, sweet and lots of berries...a little too much ice cream so it was hard to eat. We had high expectations since this is a Renton staple and everyone loves this place. The service was 5/5, really good, attentive and friendly

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!)

Now see your apology to my review makes the whole situation worst. You gaslit me by saying "if you hadn't gotten mad" and then follow it up with trying to convince me with a bribe to then remove or edit my review. My review stands and I double down. Your establishment needs massive lessons in customer service. Buh bye.

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.

So , if you want to find an amazing place to eat, with great customer service, you need to visit The Melrose Grill. Let me start this review with traffic being absolutely horrible , due to the 405 closure (thanks WSDOT or whoever is in charge). Anyway, I called the restaurant and informed them of the delay and they were very understanding and accommodating and let me know to not worry, that they would keep our reservation and they will see us when we got there. I LOVE that they have their reservations done through Yelp and also have reminders a day before you're going to attend. Melrose Grill is VERY classy.

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

We went to the Melrose Grill for the first time on Mother's Day expecting it to be slammed and slammed it was. We were given an accurate wait time and got seated when we expected to be. Everybody was in full swing. Our server stopped by for a quick moment to apologize and tell us they would be back soon. Water and bread hit the table shortly there after. Bussers and runners were unobtrusive and focused. We really enjoyed ourselves. Having previously been the co-owner of a restaurant I would have been really pleased with how well my staff was handling things. Our server was lovely and personal (Thanks Mae! May?). My husband's steak was cooked correctly and my stuffed pork chop was also great. Here's the rub- my husband cleverly asked for his dressing on the side but I prefer mine to be tossed. I was disappointed when I found my salad drowning in dressing. It was really oily and limp. Additionally, the sauteed vegetables served on the side of the mains were so over seasoned that they were inedible. Too much salt (and I feel like I tend to lean into salt a little more than I should when I cook) and it was kind of sad because between the salad and the sauteed veg I didn't have any produce. As with most meals, especially one that was 85% awesome, dessert can rescue just about anything. The peach cobbler was a delight and the chocolate torte was so good that we weren't able to pick which one won that night. We will be back and hopeful that our review will get seen by the right eyes.

Great food, great staff and the price isn't crazy either. Have eaten there many times in the last couple years.

Raina' my server was incredible. Very kind, attentive and honest. The food was so good. I had their famous Melrose stroganoff and it was awesome. Big chunks of prime meat and lots of it. I also got the apple crisp and it completed my experience. 5 Stars. Everyone around me had various other Steaks and seafood and all of it looks crazy good. I'll be back!! Next time I'm getting the bison steak and coconut bread pudding! PS really cute part of town.

Full transparency: we got 4 full meals and 2 soft drinks and 2 waters and our price was $260 The portions were giant. Very very well tasting and filling. The stuffed pork chop was like thanksgiving on a plate! So good! The ambiance was very bustling and lively. Don't expect to be able to hear the guests across the table from you very well but it's all good still. The service lacked. A lot. Angelo wasn't attentive. He didn't bring out our salads and didn't bring us the drinks or anything. The only reason this restaurant doesn't get a full 5 stars is because of the service was disappointing.

My favorite steakhouse in Seattle. Price point isnt cheap but definitely not the highest in the Seattle area but the flavor of the steak and the service have always been amazing IMO.

My only complain: Why do we get steak knives? All we need is butter knives. Best steaks in town cooked to perfection accompanied with great quality service.

Best meat in town and if your a vegetarian their salad is bussin two I was trying to get me a lil side house salad to go but my sever wasn't going for it she's a good woman 5star service

Food here is really good. I've tried the salmon and the steaks and I'm never disappointed. Reservation is recommended so plan ahead at least a few days out before a weekend date night.

Excellent food and service consistently! We always go for special occasions and they make the drive worth it!

Excellent food, beautiful original bar and cool, old school atmosphere, top notch service. It was a great place to celebrate my husband's birthday! He asked for a steakhouse for his birthday dinner, and after a quick search online we had a Yelp Reservation for Melrose. We will definitely be back! Husband got the HUGE 25 oz ribeye special and I got the prawns and ribeye brochette. Both were absolutely delicious. We also loved the complimentary bread and butter!

This is our go to spot for steak! We have been here a few times over the years and it has never disappointed. Restaurant is always busy and doesn't have a ton of seating so make sure to make reservations weeks if not months out. For parties of 6 or more do call. The balsamic salad that comes with every entree is amazing! Hands down best balsamic salad that I have ever had. My go to is the 7 ounce ribeye and prawn combo with mashed potatoes and veggies but I also love the following: - Beef Stroganoff (really really good) - Cajun Seafood Pasta (amazing if you like seafood and spice) Highly recommend if you're craving steak! Lots of other options too. Cheers!

The best Steak place in the PNW. Been here 5 times and they never hhave let me down. I have had steak, seafood and pasta.

Went went to Melrose again and was amazed by the service and the food again. still haven't found a place in Washington that can cook a steak like Melrose does even though I have the pasta my wife at the steak my dad had the steak. My sister had the steak and all them were perfect. I love the fact that we brought in our own cake for a birthday party and they allowed us to serve it there in the restaurant. This will always be my spot to go to for any kind special occasion or if I just want to pamper myself.

Melrose has always been the go-to for steaks! They're seasoned to perfection and juicey, with generous helping of sides. This place has never disappointed, and the service has always been great, especially tonight. But, the place is always packed so please be mindful that wait time can be between 30-120 min wait. I definitely encourage making reservations if you can. Although Melrose specifically is a steak place, their rotating special accommodates 2 seafood selections. It'll always be one grilled fish dish, another is a lobster or another shellfish, and a surf and turf selection. Their Cajun seafood pasta is also another great dish, with a kick of heat. Then of course the special rotating meat dishes such has 22oz boneless ribeye or lamb. HOWEVER! The best special and difficult to get, would be their Bison Steak! If you see this, you must give it a try. They're limited supply when they're offered on the special menu, but it definitely won't disappoint; not gamey, just all juicey and tender.

Fantastic dinner! Celebrated my birthday there after arriving back from a cruise to Alaska! My husband and I both ordered the Rib Eye. OMG, to die for! What a perfect cut of meat and cooked to perfection! The vegetables were delicious! We will definitely return when we decide to take another cruise to Alaska. We currently reside in Florida.

Super big portions here! Paid $55 for a 16oz steak and it was sooooo good. I can see why this place is always busy. The mashed potato's were creamy and flavorful. Paired well with the juicy steak. I've paid $80 for a 4 oz steak that cannot compare to the steak here. This will be the only place I will ever go to for steak from now on. Our server was super friendly and attentive. Best to make a reservation if you don't want to be waiting!