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The Capital Grille (Restaurant Week – Lunch)

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230 Tresser Blvd  Stamford, CT 06901 – (203) 967-0000

I’ve been to The Capital Grille numerous times for restaurant week in the past, but only for dinner (recommendations below).  I decided to go for lunch because I saw that they had a cheeseburger on the menu and I’m always up for trying a new burger!  For their lunch special, $20.13 gets you a salad, an entree, and a dessert.  Anyone who is familiar with Capital Grille’s prices knows that $20.13 is a steal for lunch.  See their Restaurant Week Menu HERE!

Capital Grille Signature Cheeseburger: A blend of Chopped Sirloin, Smoked Bacon, Lettuce, Tomato, and Sweet Onion with Truffle Fries

Capital Grille Signature Cheeseburger: A blend of Chopped Sirloin, Smoked Bacon, Lettuce, Tomato, Pickles & Sweet Onion with Parmesan Truffle Fries

While I do think that the cheeseburger was very good, it’s not the best I’ve had.  I think I expected it to be a bit different and maybe more original – but I suppose bacon, lettuce, and tomato appeals to most of the population.  Don’t get me wrong – I LOVE the BLT combo, but it’s been better at other restaurants.  The meat was deliciously tender & seasoned and the truffle fries were AMAZING.  A good burger – but I would rather have had another dish.  I had their caesar salad & their chocolate ice cream as well – both were satisfying.  The WOW factor for me was the parmesan truffle fries – definitely the star of the meal.

I’ve been dying to try their Wagyu Cheeseburger, which is supposed to be phenomenal! I did not see it on the regular menu online or restaurant week menu and was a little disappointed.  Perhaps it’s a special? Or maybe they only offer it at specific locations? The Wagyu burger is served on a Brioche roll with Havarti cheese and a sunny side up egg & crispy onions.  Now THAT sounds like a burger!  Their signature burger is definitely worth a taste though!

If you’re going to the Capital Grille in Stamford for restaurant week (dinner), I absolutely recommend their Bone-In Dried Aged Sirloin & Filet Mignon for an entree.  Both are ridiculously good and I often have trouble deciding which one to choose.  I do enjoy their Creme Brulee for dessert as well.  I’ll be going back to CG for dinner next week so I’ll be updating this article with some pictures. Oh, and their Lobster Mac & Cheese is to die for – probably the best I’ve had 🙂

What do you recommend from The Capital Grille?

Saturday Sandwich from Rye Ridge Deli

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High Ridge Center, 1087 High Ridge Rd, Stamford, CT

Rye Rigde Shopping Center, 126 S. Ridge St, Rye Brook, NY

The Eastchester: Turkey, Pastrami, Cole Slaw & Russian dressing - Stamford, CT

The Eastchester: Turkey, Pastrami, Cole Slaw & Russian dressing – Stamford, CT

Melt Mobile – Stamford/Greenwich, CT

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Melt Mobile in Veteran's Park - Stamford, CT

Melt Mobile in Veteran’s Park – Stamford, CT

SPECIALTY SANDWICHES

  • Original Melt – House blend of Tillamook Cheddar, Gruyere,Monterey Jack on Country White Bread.
  • The Insanewich – A grilled 6oz Angus burger with Bacon, shredded Lettuce, chopped Tomatoes and Melt Sauce between 2 Originals.
  •  Meatball 3 Cheese Squeeze – Diana’s Meatballs in Marinara, Fresh Mozzarella, Pecorino Romano, Parmigiano Reggiano and Fresh Basil on Tuscan Bread.
  •  The Pork – U – Pine – Tillamook Cheddar, bbq pulled Pork, caramelized Onions, and sliced Dill Pickles on buttery grilled Country White.
  • The Svelte Melt(350 Cal) – Lowfat Jarlsberg, oven roasted Turkey,  Roma Tomatoes, whole grain Honey Mustard grilled on a 7 Grain.
  • Montecristo – Herb baked Country Ham, farm fresh Turkey, house Cheese blend [Cheddar\Gruyere\Jack] on Challah Bread dipped in French Toast battered and grilled, sprinkled with powdered Sugar and served with Mixed Berry Preserves.
  • The Caprese – Fresh mozzarella, Prosciutto di Parma, fire roasted peppers, tomato, arugula and pesto aioli on kalamata olive bread.
  • The Strawberry Supreme Melt -Fresh Strawberries, Nutella and Vanilla infused Mascarpone on crunchy Tuscan Bread dusted with powdered Sugar.
  • The Fluffernutter – Caramelized Bananas, Marshmallow Fluff, Belgian Chocolate and Peanut Butter on crunchy Tuscan Bread dusted with powdered Sugar.

 

ADD ON’S

  • Apple Wood Smoked Bacon
  • Vine Ripe Tomatoes
  • Caramelized Onions
  •  Sauteed Wild Mushrooms

I’ve tried the original & added caramelized onions, the meatball grilled cheese, and the pork – u – pine…loved them all!

LobsterCraft – Norwalk/Stamford/Greenwich, CT

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Last visit: July 2013

 

Rolls (served with side of chips)

  • “Coastal” Lobster Roll = hot butter, seasoning and plenty of lobster!”Heat Wave” Lobster Roll = Habanero and Serrano pepper infused butter, seasoning and of course lobster.”California” Lobster Roll = Avocado, cucumber and lobster with a wasabi
  • “L.B.L.T.” Lobster Roll Is a twist on an old favorite. Bacon, lettuce and tomato topped with a little mayo and fresh hot lobster!
  • The “Knuckle Sandwich” Lobster Roll is made with only the knuckle meat! Let em’ have it!
  • Lobster Mac & Cheese
I had the LBLT & LOVED it!
LobsterCraft @ Harbor Point Beer Garden, Stamford, CT

LobsterCraft @ Harbor Point Beer Garden, Stamford, CT

However….I did share the Lobster mac & cheese with a friend and sadly it was disappointing. Cheese wasn’t gooey/melted..it may be better if another cheese was added or if a different cheese was used all together.  I’d like to think I got it on an off day.

Maddy’s Food Truck – Stamford, CT

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(Caribbean/Contemporary American)

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Maddy’s Food Truck @ the Beer Garden Harbor Point in Stamford, CT

Last visit: July 2013

What I enjoyed:

  • Crispy Conch w/ spicy tartar sauce.
  • Bacon & Avocado Grilled Cheese.
  • Chicken Tenders w/ spicy dipping sauce

All came with seasoned fries.

Overall, very pleased with everything & can’t wait to go back!

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Maddy’s Food Truck @ Harbor Point Stamford, CT