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Metropolitan Grill

820 2nd Ave, Seattle, WA 98104-1502 (Downtown)
206-624-3287
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Ranked #27 of 2,502 restaurants in Seattle
Price range: RM94 - RM242
Cuisines: American, Steakhouse
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Good for: Bar Scene, Groups, Business, Special Occasion Dining, Entertaining clients
Dining options: Lunch Spot, Dinner, Reservations, After-hours, Dessert
Dining style: Fine Dining
Neighbourhood: Downtown
Cross street: Marion
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Description: The moment you step into the Metropolitan Grill, you know you have entered a classic steakhouse. Guests enter through tall mahogany doors to be greeted by tuxedo clad Maitre D’s. Cuts of beef are showcased in a glass display in the front entryway. Framed photographs of celebrities, sports heroes and local politicians, all frequent visitors to The Met, line the walls. At the Metropolitan Grill, the focus is on the Prime beef, American and Japanese Wagyu. Steaks are seared over the high heat of the “Iron Wood of the World,” imported mesquite charcoal, ensuring the most tender, juicy steaks available. Metropolitan Grill Chefs personally select each cut that is served to guests. The Metropolitan Grill’s award-winning wine list showcases the definitive steakhouse selection of premium West Coast red wines, with special emphasis on Cabernets, Merlots and Meritage.
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Tampa, Florida
Senior Contributor
25 reviews 25 reviews
19 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 8 cities Reviews in 8 cities
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 21 May 2013 NEW

This place has hands down the best steak (Cajun crust). The staff is very attentive and the food is awesome.

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See 2 more reviews by Ronil P for Seattle
Orange County, CA
Senior Contributor
26 reviews 26 reviews
5 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 17 cities Reviews in 17 cities
11 helpful votes 11 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 21 May 2013 NEW

Great service and food. Known for their steak. however the cheapest one is about $65. That before sides, salads, drinks, etc. They have a great house Cabernet which runs about $85 a bottle. Great choice.

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White Rock, Canada
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14 reviews 14 reviews
12 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 8 cities Reviews in 8 cities
9 helpful votes 9 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 20 May 2013 NEW

The Met continues to create an exceptional dining experience. The food, the wine and the service are all outstanding and it is more than just steak. Our party of four chose menu items that were totally different; steak, chicken, prime rib and rack of lamb. Every dish was perfectly prepared. The service was both efficient and unobtrusive. We will certainly... More

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Chicago
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77 reviews 77 reviews
61 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 25 cities Reviews in 25 cities
28 helpful votes 28 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 16 May 2013 NEW

I was blown away by this place. Attentive and approachable staff, beautiful old fashioned and dark interior perfect for an intimate dinner with your partner or friends. This place competes with the best of the steakhouses in Chicago and we're pretty damn serious about our steaks here in Chicago, so hopefully that gives you an idea of the quality and... More

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See 6 more reviews by AnonymousBean for Seattle
Seattle WA
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49 reviews 49 reviews
20 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 17 cities Reviews in 17 cities
16 helpful votes 16 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 15 May 2013

I am not a huge fan of steaks, but I went all in at the Met. I ordered the 12oz Prime Rib and wasn't disappointing. The steak was one of the best I have ever had! The family also had excellent steak dinners. The service was very good as was the overall atmosphere of the establishment. Expect to pay the... More

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Bothell, Washington
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7 reviews 7 reviews
3 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 15 May 2013

Wonderful food and great surroundings. Entertaining out of town guests makes you #1 in their books, thanks to the excellet service.

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Vancouver, Washington
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14 reviews 14 reviews
6 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
7 helpful votes 7 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 15 May 2013

I remember it to this day.... and its been a few days. Be prepared to blow the dust off your wallet for this one, but it is worth it. I've never been to a steak house where the cuts were on display in a cold case up by the front door. It makes for a lasting impression.

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Seattle, Washington, United States
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51 reviews 51 reviews
18 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 12 May 2013

So the Porterhouse Steak is about as big as your head...it's moist, delicious and comes with a hefty portion of garlic mashed potatoes...yum! Also have tried the shrimp cocktail and leg of lamb, also very good. I had a friend who worked there once upon a time and he swears by the freshest, best ingredients.

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See 37 more reviews by Jason M for Seattle
Seattle WA
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38 reviews 38 reviews
11 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 11 cities Reviews in 11 cities
18 helpful votes 18 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 9 May 2013

Nice food, large portions, and well prepared. the veggies and food is local so quality is very high.

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See 3 more reviews by Capetownrio for Seattle
Sheridan, WY
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4 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 6 May 2013

If you live in Alaska for decades and travel a fair bit, there's a high probability you'll have ended up at the Met (if you're not vegan or vegetarian) for a special dinner at some time or other when you pass through Seattle. That would be time well spent. After about a dozen visits to the Met, this is my... More

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