The Melrose Grill

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.

Melrose Grill is truly a gem in Renton! From the moment you walk in, the warm and inviting atmosphere sets the stage for a great evening. The staff is professional, attentive, and genuinely focused on making sure you have an excellent dining experience. The steaks are absolutely top-notch—perfectly cooked, tender, and bursting with flavor. You can tell they use high-quality cuts and take real pride in their preparation. The sides and appetizers complement the meal beautifully, and the wine list offers plenty of great pairings. What I really love is the balance of upscale dining with a cozy neighborhood feel. It’s the kind of place that’s just as perfect for a special occasion as it is for a relaxed night out. If you’re in Renton or the surrounding area and want one of the best steakhouse experiences around, Melrose Grill is a must-visit. Highly recommended!

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!

Everything was great. 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.

We had a wonderful experience at the Melrose Grill. It was so nice to have a good old fashioned pleasant eating out experience. The service was incredibly warm and lovely even for a table of 7. We were all shocked by the HUGE portions and every meal ordered was a winner. I could’ve nursed the one cocktail I had for the duration of dinner. Very generous. Plus - $15 corking fee! We will be back.

We liked the dishes that we ordered. The steaks were tender, well seasoned. Same with the duck breast dish. Everything was great.

Best food hands down, service is incredible, we eat here All the time, and have always loved the service, and food. Huge steaks! Yummy

Great food and atmosphere - We love the Melrose Grill every time ! It's a fabulous restaurant with character and wonderful staff

The hype is true. One of those homey neighborhood joints that makes you feel good for being there and serves an elevated menu. The Bavette steak special was honest to God one of the best pieces of meat I've ever had. Service was on point!

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.

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.

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.

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

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.

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!

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.

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.

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

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.

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

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!

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

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!

Great food! Awesome service. Love the place where it has a feel of homemade food. Definitely worth it.

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

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!

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.

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!

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..

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

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!

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.

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!

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

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!)

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.

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.

The ribeye here is undefeated!! I love to show this place to the homies. The portions are great and so is the price for what comes with the meal.

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.

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.

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

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.

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.

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

This place was a gem! One of the best steaks I have ever had. And our server was really nice and provided great recommendations.

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.

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.

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

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