The Capital Grille hours

Most Capital Grille locations open for dinner at 5:00 PM and close at 10:00 PM Mon-Thu, 11:00 PM Fri-Sat, and 9:00 PM Sunday (some Sunday locations are closed). Select downtown stores also serve lunch from 11:30 AM Mon-Fri.

The Capital Grille (founded 1990 in Providence, Rhode Island by Ned Grace; acquired by RARE Hospitality in 2002 and by Darden Restaurants in 2007 as part of the RARE acquisition) is an American fine-dining steakhouse chain with about 60 US locations and is known for dry-aged steaks butchered in-house, a 350-plus wine list, and the signature Stoli Doli pineapple-infused vodka cocktail.

Common questions are about Sunday hours (many suburban locations are closed Sunday), whether a specific store serves lunch (only select downtown business-district stores do), and how Capital Grille handles holidays compared with sister chain LongHorn Steakhouse Caribbean-themed sister Bahama Breeze, and other Darden brands.

One quirk worth knowing: dinner service from 5:00 PM is universal across every Capital Grille, but lunch is only offered at downtown stores in cities like New York, Chicago, Boston, Washington DC, Philadelphia, and Houston, mostly to capture the business-lunch market.

The official Capital Grille locator below shows exact hours for the location nearest you, including whether that store serves lunch and its Sunday schedule.

Is The Capital Grille open today?

The Capital Grille generally follows the standard weekly schedule below. Hours can vary by location - confirm your specific store via the official locator.

The Capital Grille weekly hours

The Capital Grille holiday hours

Is The Capital Grille open on Saturday?

Saturday is the busiest dinner night of the week at most Capital Grille locations. The kitchen is open from 5:00 PM to 11:00 PM with no lunch service at any store. Reservations are essentially required for prime dinner windows (6:30 PM to 8:30 PM); the bar accepts walk-ins but can run 60-90 minute waits at peak. Private dining rooms book months in advance for Saturday evenings.

Is The Capital Grille open on Sunday?

Sunday is the lightest day of the week at The Capital Grille. Many suburban-mall locations are closed Sunday entirely; the rest typically open at 5:00 PM and close at 9:00 PM. A small group of stores in heavy-tourist or convention-district markets keep regular Sunday dinner hours. Always verify Sunday hours through the official locator before driving over.

Find a The Capital Grille store near me

Hours vary by location, so the most accurate hours for your nearest store are on the official The Capital Grille store locator. Enter your zip code or city to see the closest stores and their current hours.

The Capital Grille hours - frequently asked questions

What time does The Capital Grille open and close?

Most Capital Grille locations open at 5:00 PM for dinner and close at 10:00 PM Monday through Thursday, 11:00 PM Friday and Saturday, and 9:00 PM Sunday. Select downtown stores also serve lunch from 11:30 AM Monday through Friday.

Is The Capital Grille open on Sunday?

Many Capital Grille locations are open Sunday for dinner from 5:00 PM to 9:00 PM, but a number of suburban-mall stores close on Sunday. The locator below shows the Sunday schedule for each address.

Does The Capital Grille serve lunch?

Only at select downtown stores. Capital Grille restaurants in major business districts (New York, Chicago, Boston, Washington DC, Philadelphia, Houston, Atlanta, and a few others) serve lunch from 11:30 AM Monday through Friday, mostly to capture the business-lunch market. Suburban and mall locations are dinner-only.

Is The Capital Grille open on Christmas Day?

No. The Capital Grille is closed chain-wide on Christmas Day every year, matching Darden corporate policy across all brands. Christmas Eve runs reduced hours and most locations close early.

Is The Capital Grille open on Thanksgiving?

No. The Capital Grille follows Darden corporate policy and closes on Thanksgiving Day across all locations. Guests looking for a holiday steakhouse experience should verify with non-Darden steakhouses or hotel-attached fine-dining options.

Is The Capital Grille open on Easter?

Easter hours vary by location. Many Capital Grille restaurants open early on Easter Sunday with a holiday brunch and dinner menu. A small number of suburban-mall stores stay closed. The locator below shows the current Easter schedule.

What is the Stoli Doli?

The Stoli Doli is The Capital Grille's signature cocktail: Stolichnaya vodka infused in-house with fresh pineapple for at least two weeks, served straight up in a chilled martini glass. The infusion process and the dispense bottles at the bar are part of the chain's house signature.

Is The Capital Grille a Darden restaurant?

Yes. The Capital Grille is owned by Darden Restaurants (NYSE: DRI) along with sister brands Olive Garden, LongHorn Steakhouse, Yard House, Bahama Breeze, Eddie V's, Cheddar's Scratch Kitchen, and Ruth's Chris Steak House. The Capital Grille is the upscale fine-dining tier in the Darden portfolio.

Do I need a reservation at The Capital Grille?

Reservations are strongly recommended at every Capital Grille, especially for dinner Friday through Sunday and on major holidays (Mother's Day, Father's Day, Valentine's Day, New Year's Eve). Walk-ins are accepted but waits at the bar can run 60-90 minutes during peak dinner hours.

What is the dress code at The Capital Grille?

Business casual is the standard expectation. The chain officially asks guests to avoid athletic wear, beachwear, and ripped or sleeveless shirts; jackets are not required but most weeknight dinner guests wear collared shirts.

Where is the nearest Capital Grille?

Use the official Capital Grille locator linked below to find the closest restaurant, see exact daily hours and Sunday status, and check whether that store serves lunch.

Does The Capital Grille have private dining?

Yes. Almost every Capital Grille has dedicated private dining rooms (the Wine Room, the Boardroom, and similar) seating from 6 to 80 guests. Private dining is a major share of the chain's business and books months in advance for the December holiday season.

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Last verified: May 2026 against The Capital Grille's official store locator and press releases.

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