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Metropolitan Grill

(206) 624-3287

820 2nd Ave

Seattle, WA 98104
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pricey doesn't equal quality here My boyfriend and I splurged for a $150 dinner... our waiter was nice and my...... From urbanspoon.com on 4/1/2008 Report as offensive
Great Place for Lunch Not sure if this makes many lunch lists but it really is one of the best lunch places in town. A terrific steak salad, burger and salmon.... From openlist on 1/4/2008 Report as offensive
OUTSTANDING FOOD- ONE OF AMERICA'S BEST STEAKHOUSES Try lunch first, get there early or you will have to wait ! Dinner is very expensive ! . But is worth it ! Figure about $100.00 per head . This will c... From citysearch.com on 10/30/2007 Report as offensive
Average as usual. This restaurant is a bit over blown, the last two times that I have been there I have had very average service from my server. I have seen servers at ... From citysearch.com on 10/16/2007 Report as offensive
better off going to Applebee's We were expecting a great meal after going to places like Daniel's Steakhouse, Morton's, the Space Needle, and other exceptional places around the cou... From citysearch.com on 10/13/2007 Report as offensive
very bad experience My girlfriend and I moved to Seattle about a year and a half ago and we have had the luxury of experiencing for the first time all of the amazing eate... From citysearch.com on 9/29/2007 Report as offensive
Great happy hour... If you can get there through all of the traffic.... From urbanspoon.com on 9/3/2007 Report as offensive
Great happy hour... If you can get there through all of the traffic.... From urbanspoon.com on 9/3/2007 Report as offensive
Average, at best! After all of the hype, my experience was a great disappointment. The food was just okay and while I was expecting to drop a hefty load, I wasnt expect... From openlist on 7/26/2007 Report as offensive
Average, at best! After all of the hype, my experience was a great disappointment. The food was just okay and while I was expecting to drop a hefty load, I wasnt expect... From openlist on 7/26/2007 Report as offensive
Try this for lunch and you will fall asleep Rich food for lunch spells nap time for all. But the steak is great and the atmosphere feels like a fancy joint, which it is catering as.... From openlist on 7/19/2007 Report as offensive
Try this for lunch and you will fall asleep Rich food for lunch spells nap time for all. But the steak is great and the atmosphere feels like a fancy joint, which it is catering as.... From openlist on 7/19/2007 Report as offensive
Once Great, Now Just Over-Rated Dining at 'The Met' in the last couple of years is like watching an old friend who has sunk into mediocrity after years of excellence. It hurts, but y... From citysearch.com on 7/3/2007 Report as offensive
Unbelievably Great Experience I had a broken shoulder when my husband and I visited Seattle. He'd eaten here before and had raved about it when he returned to Atlanta. We made a re... From citysearch.com on 6/24/2007 Report as offensive
Never a bad experience! This restaurant has NEVER let me down! I would recommend this restaurant to anyone any time! It's my favorite place for everything from happy hour, to... From citysearch.com on 6/14/2007 Report as offensive
What a disappointment I've lived in Seattle for 7 years and never dined at the Met before. My mother-in-law and her mother (Seattle natives) took me there Sunday evening. T... From citysearch.com on 6/12/2007 Report as offensive
BEST STEAK IN TOWN....TOON TOWN !! Best steak in toon town is right....this place is a BIG FAT JOKE !!!!! Words cannot begin to describe the overrated aura of this establishment. Reserv... From citysearch.com on 6/10/2007 Report as offensive
a bit crowded, but for good reason i went to the Met on either a friday or saturday with my wife and 4 friends. other places that i have been in seattle with a similar quality of food t... From citysearch.com on 6/3/2007 Report as offensive
A Dining Destination Jury duty was 2 blocks up the hill and they said "wear your badge so that nobody will talk shop around you, and no alcohol". I'd read of the Metropoli... From citysearch.com on 4/27/2007 Report as offensive
Over Rated and Over Priced It's unfortunate that this place continues to excel in editorial awards and the like. Must be political. The prices don't match the service (slow) or ... From citysearch.com on 4/25/2007 Report as offensive
The best steak in Seattle. This is not just a reataurant it's an expierience you'll remember. The food is cooked to perfection....... From judysbook.com on 3/30/2007 Report as offensive
Metropolitan Grill 5 Stars over and over. I'm not even a red meat eater, and I must always order the Steak Oscar. Bes...... From judysbook.com on 3/15/2007 Report as offensive
I would not recommend this restaurant to a enemy much less a friend! We were seated (in a VERY SMALL booth) almost an hour after our reservation! It took 30 minutes just to get a drink while waiting! Their prices are re... From citysearch.com on 3/15/2007 Report as offensive
Fun Place for Celebrations We ate at the Met for the first time last weekend for a special birthday celebration. Our waiter was great, very attentive. More than enough food to e... From citysearch.com on 3/1/2007 Report as offensive
Average steak , great dessert, a bit overpriced We went to the Met for our anniversary dinner. It also happened to be New Years eve and the place was very crowded. The waiter was very jolly and help... From citysearch.com on 12/31/2006 Report as offensive
Excellent Steaks, Service and atmosphere I wrote a review in December 2006 stating that we were very disipointed in our experience at the Met. We were invited back to give a sencond chance. W... From citysearch.com on 12/11/2006 Report as offensive
Overpriced Outback with lousy service for money spent!! My FIANCE' AND I went to the Met for my birthday.. He made reservations and I was so excited. We dressed up(which is not the normal, from what I could... From citysearch.com on 11/29/2006 Report as offensive
They really do have excellent steak! Great steak! I went to the metropolitan grill a couple of years back..and was very happy. I had the small filet mingnon that was mouthwatering...it wa... From citysearch.com on 11/23/2006 Report as offensive
Absolutely Fabulous! I'm not a huge steak fan, but there's enough on the menu to keep me coming back. Appetizers are great, of course steak is mostly perfect if you're int... From citysearch.com on 11/21/2006 Report as offensive
Usually a Great Experience I like this place. Good food, fun staff, and excellent service. The meat is usually great and it can be a fun place to pass the time. Only be careful ... From citysearch.com on 11/19/2006 Report as offensive
Disappointed After reading all the good reviews I was really looking forward to my night at the Met grill. Unfortunately it was a real disappointment. The Seahawks... From citysearch.com on 11/18/2006 Report as offensive
Best steak EVER! I have been here numerous times for firm lunches and it is by far the best steak I have ever had. I ususally stick to the Filet Mignon, topped with th... From citysearch.com on 11/1/2006 Report as offensive
The Metropolitan Grill is the best! My favorite restaurant in Seattle. Great steaks and great seafood too. Great service, great people, ...... From judysbook.com on 10/20/2006 Report as offensive
The best place for fine dining Everytime I plan to try somewhere else besides the Met, I am always left wishing I hadn't. Genuine, knowledgable servers of the highest class, the cho... From citysearch.com on 10/12/2006 Report as offensive
Best steaks in the Northwest Without a doubt THE best steaks in the Northwest. Puts Mortons, Ruth's Chris, Daniels,etc. in a distant second place. Club-like setting in a former ba... From citysearch.com on 9/26/2006 Report as offensive
THE Place for Steak in Seattle I travel to Seattle often and I've dined out a lot. It until recently that I tried the Met for the first time. It was amazing! I've been to the other ... From citysearch.com on 8/10/2006 Report as offensive
Best Steakhouse in Seattle- Period! This place was amazing- wonderful food- honestly the best steak I have had in a long time. Better than El Gaucho for sure, the atmosphere and service ... From citysearch.com on 7/20/2006 Report as offensive
The best Steak in the Country!! This place is sensational! They have the best steak I have ever tasted and there desserts are to die for! The bannanas foster is prepared right in fro... From citysearch.com on 7/7/2006 Report as offensive
Great Steak and Service too I've dined at Daniels Broiler, Ruth Chris and now the Met. Though I absolutely love all three for their differences, the Met is the only location that... From citysearch.com on 6/11/2006 Report as offensive
User Review After dining in NY and Boston steak houses for my formative years, a friend recommended the Met shortly after I moved to Seattle. What people say is p... From citysearch.com on 3/30/2006 Report as offensive
Great Steak, Incomparable Service The steaks, of course, were to die for. As you'd expect. The wine - yummy. But what really set this place apart was the service. Professional and frie... From citysearch.com on 3/5/2006 Report as offensive
Great food, louder than I expected I went for a special occasion meal and was impressed with the quality of the steaks, but found the atmosphere too loud and hectic for my liking. It fe... From citysearch.com on 1/19/2006 Report as offensive
The Met = perfect yet again This is the 4th time I've been to the Met, so I'm revising and updating my original review: I've had steak in many great steakhouses all over the coun... From citysearch.com on 12/30/2005 Report as offensive
They really crowd people in The food is great and the service is excellent. But too many tables are crowded into the restaurant. Several customers and staff bumped into my wife a... From citysearch.com on 11/29/2005 Report as offensive
What's the hoopla? Went there for a business meeting. Having a meeting there by using the boardroom's highly recommended. In the dining area, it was very loud. I wouldn'... From citysearch.com on 11/4/2005 Report as offensive
Amazed My husband and I recently dined at the Met for the first time after hearing friends rave about it for years. It will certainly be the first of many- t... From citysearch.com on 7/11/2005 Report as offensive
Wow! I was first introduced to the Met 5 years ago when taken to dine as part of a business function. I was extremely impressed with the food (especially t... From citysearch.com on 7/8/2005 Report as offensive
The Best Ever All employee's make you feel like you have been coming in forever! Best food I have had in a long time. they work very hard to seat you on time! Valet... From citysearch.com on 6/6/2005 Report as offensive
Over-hyped! Introduced two family members to the "Met" last Saturday evening. I was very disappointed with the whole experience. The rib-eye special was as tough ... From citysearch.com on 6/6/2005 Report as offensive
The best steak I've every had, period. Excellent food, atmosphere. The steak is by far the best I have ever had, no question. I drive more than 200 miles just to go there.... From citysearch.com on 6/6/2005 Report as offensive
Great Happy Hour!! I recently started a new job downtown Seattle and was introduced to the happy hour at the Met by colleagues. The service I have received in the bar is... From citysearch.com on 4/19/2005 Report as offensive
Great New York strip steak I was in a few weeks ago, and had the best N.Y. strip steak of my life. The service was excellent, and value for the money spent was well worth it.... From citysearch.com on 3/31/2005 Report as offensive
Wonderful dinning experience The best dinning experience I had in Seattle while in town for the Home Show. Mouth watering steaks, outstanding service and great drinks. Truley one ... From citysearch.com on 3/11/2005 Report as offensive
Definitely Overrated Very disappointed with the service and the food. Salad & Lobster Bisque was ok, but I have had better. Steak was horrible. Not sure why they call them... From citysearch.com on 2/8/2005 Report as offensive
Exceptional Service I came into the Met recently for my 10th anniv. We have come in before and EVERY time we are greeted with the same EXCEPTIONAL customer service. They ... From citysearch.com on 1/26/2005 Report as offensive
Disappointing... We went to the Met last spring, and it was WONDERFUL. Since we were in town this fall for business, we were looking forward to the opportunity to dine... From citysearch.com on 10/4/2004 Report as offensive
I don't get it! What is it about this place that draws ever more tasteless people? THE MOST HIGHLY OVER-RATED restaurant in the country. BIG does not necessarily mean... From citysearch.com on 10/1/2004 Report as offensive
Good but not Great As an out-of-towner, I was looking forward to eating at what my Seattle friends call the "Met." I came away both impressed and a little underwhelmed--... From citysearch.com on 9/20/2004 Report as offensive
Three Strikes... Strike One. We were seated at what amounted to a card table in some back room, far removed from the ambiance and flavor of the rest of the restaurant.... From citysearch.com on 8/22/2004 Report as offensive
What a Let Down... Don't believe the hype! The Met is an average restaurant at best! Here are my reasons why: 1) Before having a chance to finish our salads, here came o... From citysearch.com on 8/17/2004 Report as offensive
Retired I lived in Seattle for over 23 years. I do not remember exactly how many years I have had the pleasure of dinning at the "Met" but it has been many. I... From citysearch.com on 6/3/2004 Report as offensive
Use to Love Her We LOVED the Met. Now we will go elsewhere. Had a family group of 12. Reservations made weeks in advance. Placed in a small private banquet room. Did ... From citysearch.com on 5/21/2004 Report as offensive
TRY THE MET FOR THE BEST STEAK EVER.. I LOVE THE METROPOLIAN GRILL! EVERY YEAR FOR MY WEDDING ANNIVERSARY, MY HUSBAND AND I DINE THERE TO CELEBRATE AND CAN NOT THINK OF A MORE SURPURB PLAC... From citysearch.com on 4/7/2004 Report as offensive
I LOVE this place. I'm from Chicago and I think I know a great steak. The staff at the Met has always treated me like a princess. I've been several times and can't wait ... From citysearch.com on 4/5/2004 Report as offensive
Metropolitan Grill- Seattle One of the most excellent restaurants in the state of Washington. Outstanding food esp the Prime Rib and Filet Mignon. It is absolutely one of my most... From citysearch.com on 3/12/2004 Report as offensive
The Met -- It Rocks This place is amazing, the food was prepared to perfection. I would highly recommend it ... I mean a place that is jam packed on a Thursday night can'... From citysearch.com on 3/8/2004 Report as offensive
Best Steak in Seattle There are many competitors in the steak arena but The Met is truly the king in Seattle, and one of the finest in the USA. If they have it, try the smo... From citysearch.com on 2/18/2004 Report as offensive
Best Steak In Seattle The Met is a true Steak House - wth just enough attitude to be fun. The staff is long tenured and well informed. They have an incredible wine list, as... From citysearch.com on 2/14/2004 Report as offensive
Overpriced, gone downhill We've gone to the Met often over the years -- at least 3 times in '03. Recently we went to celebrate a birthday, and had a horrible time. We were seat... From citysearch.com on 2/2/2004 Report as offensive
RETHINK GOING HERE We have been going to The Met since 1993 and had many an excellent meal. In the last 2 years things have gone downhill. The waiters rush you so they c... From citysearch.com on 12/19/2003 Report as offensive
huge disappointment First Day in Seattle I asked For good prime rib and was referred to The Metro. Overpriced, Lousy not exactly tender and it took 45 minutes to receive,... From citysearch.com on 10/2/2003 Report as offensive
not bad the staeks are good, a little over priced, but good. The staff really knows what is going on. over all i'll go here again, but only for special occasi... From citysearch.com on 8/23/2003 Report as offensive
Ludicrous price - ludicrously good food Everything I've had at the Met has been little short of orgasmic. The service can be a bit hit'n'miss depending on your waiter. Atmosphere can be a bi... From citysearch.com on 7/16/2003 Report as offensive
The Met? None Better! My experiences here have always been top shelf, and if you expect top shelf, you should expect the price! I guess I'm not surprised at the sour grapes... From citysearch.com on 7/15/2003 Report as offensive
Hip Hip Hooray! I loved the food! I had the filet and lobster tail, lobster bisque, oysters and lots more. The service was great and the wine steward recommended one ... From citysearch.com on 7/9/2003 Report as offensive
Amazing! I went to the Met as an 18th birthday celebration from my brothers and it was just an awesome experience. I didn't want to be a burden to my brother, ... From citysearch.com on 6/16/2003 Report as offensive
Can't Go Wrong With the Met I've never had a bad expereience here. Sure, it's pricey, but can you honestly age your own beef so that after you grill it, the meat melts in your mo... From citysearch.com on 6/11/2003 Report as offensive
Over Rated The steaks are fairly good, but better can be had from Larry's or Whole Foods. The service leaves something to be desired. Last time there, I had a di... From citysearch.com on 6/10/2003 Report as offensive
The Met is the Best The Met is without a doubt the most romantic place to go and have dinner. Plus they serve the best filet's in town. They like melt in your mouth, if y... From citysearch.com on 6/10/2003 Report as offensive
Watch the Waiter I went out to dinner with three friends, and overall the food was good (one friend didn't like his filet mingon) but the one thing that left us skepti... From citysearch.com on 6/5/2003 Report as offensive
OVER-RATED I cannot understand how this place keeps getting good reviews. I am now wondering if people who live here have ever been to a good chops house? Since ... From citysearch.com on 5/31/2003 Report as offensive
Great fancy night out So when you move to Seattle you need to look at all of the great restaurant or at least that's what I do. My friend kept telling me that we MUST eat a... From citysearch.com on 5/30/2003 Report as offensive
Lobster!!!!! You walk into this feeling high class. Yet you can feel comfortable dining in jeans. We spent alot of money but I can't say it wasn't completely worth... From citysearch.com on 5/15/2003 Report as offensive
Rated the best? Rated the best? The service was mediocre, and the waiter had a memorized script, that he read off to us and the tables around us. That only serves to ... From citysearch.com on 5/15/2003 Report as offensive
Lacking I felt The Met experience isn't what it used to be now that steakhouses are more prevalent. Competition is surely leading. Service can be more attenti... From citysearch.com on 5/4/2003 Report as offensive
Best In Town Every chance I get I eat here. I feel like a celeb, (I am not). The staff is the reason I dine here.... From citysearch.com on 4/24/2003 Report as offensive
Mixed Review We made reservations for our anniversary after hearing good things. Arriving right on time, and the valet parking is key since there is NO parking ava... From citysearch.com on 4/4/2003 Report as offensive
Good Cosmo's! The MET is one of the most over priced steak restaurants in Seattle. About the only thing they have going for it is the great Cosmo's. I've been there... From citysearch.com on 3/4/2003 Report as offensive
How could anyone.... I've dined at The Met for years, always with outstanding food and service. They are indeed pricey, but not anymore than one would expect for an upscal... From citysearch.com on 2/26/2003 Report as offensive
Senior Couple After Theatre We had the Chateau Briand (spelling?). It was outstanding. I have never had a better piece of steak in my life. And the service was perfect. I can't f... From citysearch.com on 2/19/2003 Report as offensive
Disappointed I've only eaten here once. And that was enough. It left little to desire. Service was OK, steak was good, but not great.... From citysearch.com on 2/6/2003 Report as offensive
Great for a dinner meeting Recently went to the Met for a closing business dinner, and it does live up to the hype. Exellent food, wonderful masculine decor, and good bar to go ... From citysearch.com on 2/5/2003 Report as offensive
Best Steak, Large portions One of the things my colleagues and I did while we were on assignment in the greater Seattle area was to go different places to eat and keep a rating ... From citysearch.com on 2/4/2003 Report as offensive
Metro Not a great location. Looks too much like a factory with the open ceilings. Too much noise for fine dinning.... From citysearch.com on 2/4/2003 Report as offensive
unable2bunique This is an excellent example of a steak house. Service was excellent and th food very aceptable. Presentation was met with approval... From citysearch.com on 2/4/2003 Report as offensive
Best Ever I was lucky enough to have the opportunity to dine at the Metropolitan while on a business trip two years ago. (I was in Seattle for the famous earthq... From citysearch.com on 2/4/2003 Report as offensive
Grilled Prime Rib Yeah... if you want a nice tender, juicy prime rib to order, don't go the the Metropolitan grill. If you want a Prime rib that is done more than you w... From citysearch.com on 2/1/2003 Report as offensive
You got your magic steak, Lt. Dan. If Forest Gump ate here, he would definately call this magic steak. I can't tell you how good it is, you just have to taste it for yourself. Cooked to... From citysearch.com on 1/22/2003 Report as offensive
Absolutely the Very Best I'm not sure what kind of magic they perform in the kitchen to get a 1 1/2" thick steak perfectly cooked in the center but not burned on the outside. ... From citysearch.com on 1/18/2003 Report as offensive
I'll be going elsewhere... I've been going to The Met for several years .. .my first time in 2003 and I have to admit, my last. Food has always been good (never the best), but g... From citysearch.com on 1/16/2003 Report as offensive
The Best! The Met is simply the best steak place in Seattle. The service is great; I always feel well taken care of, and like I am tipping for the right reason.... From citysearch.com on 1/16/2003 Report as offensive
Who says bad food? GREAT FOOD!! My boyfriend and I were a bit fuzzy on going to the Met for dinner after mixed reviews, but we went anyways; and we are SO glad we did!! We both had t... From citysearch.com on 1/14/2003 Report as offensive
Thumb in the water pitcher! Though I would recommend out-of-towners to this steak house for the Seattle experience, it is most definetely NOT the number one steak house in Seattl... From citysearch.com on 1/13/2003 Report as offensive
Perfect Anniversary Celebration We celebrated our 34th wedding anniversary here. It was the best thing we could have done. We spent a lot more than we had planned, but it was well wo... From citysearch.com on 1/13/2003 Report as offensive
One of the best A great place to take a date or go with friends, especially before or after the theatre. Friendly and knowledgable wait staff. Good wine list, at leas... From citysearch.com on 1/13/2003 Report as offensive
Over rated tourist trap Steaks at best mediocre, not cooked as requested, but love the atmosphere. Have eaten there numerous times but the last two times terrible. Will stick... From citysearch.com on 1/13/2003 Report as offensive
Marvelous Food I have always found the Metropolitan Grill to have wonderful food and great service! (Of course it should for what it charges -- just wish there was a... From citysearch.com on 1/13/2003 Report as offensive
Best Steak in Town There is a reason why the Seattle power players frequent the Met - the food is great. There is no better steakhouse in town. There are pleanty of choi... From citysearch.com on 1/13/2003 Report as offensive
good food but a a premium price I felt the food was very good, and the atmosphere was nice, but didn't feel either rated the premium price i paid .... From citysearch.com on 1/13/2003 Report as offensive
meating place This is the best steak in Seattle bang stop. The meat here is far better than El Gaucho.... From citysearch.com on 1/13/2003 Report as offensive
Best Steak in Seattle! The Met is a great place to get a fabulous steak! The service is spotty, but the food is well worth it! Be sure to order the calamari, it is fantastic... From citysearch.com on 1/9/2003 Report as offensive
Overrated Definitely an icon of the area but the food is less than great and not inspired at all.... From citysearch.com on 1/8/2003 Report as offensive
Nothing Better My boyfriend and I are planning a trip back to Seattle just for dinner at Metropolitan Grill. The lobster tail and Filet Mignon were out of this world... From citysearch.com on 1/7/2003 Report as offensive
Disappointing Lunch Ambiance - perfect. Service: excellent. Lunch is disappointing - especially salads and sandwiches. A great steakhouse should also have great salads an... From citysearch.com on 1/3/2003 Report as offensive
Dry and Over Rated Again I frequent the Met through many suppliers that come in from out of town. The last 5 to 6 times I have been in there the Filet I ordered has been dry a... From citysearch.com on 1/3/2003 Report as offensive
the old school is gone This Seattle classic used to be the tops - but in the recent few years the old school of staff have left and standards arn't as tight. Don't make chan... From citysearch.com on 12/27/2002 Report as offensive
MetTheBest #1 Service with food topping the list!, The only drawback was the access to a disabled restroom.... From citysearch.com on 12/19/2002 Report as offensive
Seattle Institution of Steak What can you say?? Movers & Shakers of the Emerald City, this is THE place to close the power deals, and enjoy the best steaks around!!... From citysearch.com on 12/19/2002 Report as offensive
Over rated I have eaten here many times and fine much better steaks and service at Flemmings. The steaks are big but often dry.... From citysearch.com on 12/19/2002 Report as offensive
Good taste of Seattle I feel that this is the absolute best steak house west of the mississippi.... From citysearch.com on 12/19/2002 Report as offensive
Mediocre Grill The Metropolitan Grill should be called the Mediocre Grill. I don't anyone who as ever dined there that honestly thought they had great food. They're ... From citysearch.com on 12/19/2002 Report as offensive
One of my best meals Everything was excellent. Took some family and we had a great time. The food was superb, the steak was the best I've ever had. The service was excelle... From citysearch.com on 12/19/2002 Report as offensive
What are you all talking about? It seems as if some of these reviewers don't like the steakhouse atmosphere and then go to the Met and are disappointed because they got the steakhous... From citysearch.com on 12/19/2002 Report as offensive
THE MET IS YOUR BEST BET Absolutely the best steaks in town -- food comes hot and fresh to your table and the service is totally awsome! My favorite place to eat since we move... From citysearch.com on 12/19/2002 Report as offensive
They do flavor right! A steak at the Met Grill is the ultimate experience in taste. The flavor of each piece goes all the way through - almost like they took a hypodermic n... From citysearch.com on 12/18/2002 Report as offensive
Oh, For Pete's Sake... The Met is an institution, like Anthony's or Dick's Drive-In...but for the love of God, Best Restaurant? C'mon! This is people being homies. The Met C... From citysearch.com on 12/18/2002 Report as offensive
Over rated Eating out and entertaining used to be a significant part of my job. At that time the "Met" was listed as one of the 10 best steak houses in the count... From citysearch.com on 12/12/2002 Report as offensive
Great food and atmosphere Best steak and mashed potatoes I have had in a long time. The service was good if only in that I don't remember wanting for anything and we were not r... From citysearch.com on 12/12/2002 Report as offensive
Good times to be had by all! I have been to the Met twice now and each time i've been there it has been quite possibly the best steak i've ate ever...your steak knive will sink in... From citysearch.com on 12/12/2002 Report as offensive
take the bus because there is no parking, and you'll freeze to death before the valet brings your car.... From citysearch.com on 12/12/2002 Report as offensive
The Met is the best The Met is the best. I always roll out of there stuffed. I rarely get a desert because I am to full however the times I hae, I have been verry happy t... From citysearch.com on 12/12/2002 Report as offensive
Overrated but Good Very busy, so be prepared to be herded around as though they don't need your business: they don't! Great steaks, stockbroker atmosphere. Reservations ... From citysearch.com on 12/7/2002 Report as offensive
Met-steak The Met is one of the best places to go after work for a drink. You can also have a great dinner after your drink. The steaks are very tender and mout... From citysearch.com on 12/6/2002 Report as offensive
Numero UNO for Me If someone held a gun to my head and said: "You can only eat beef at one restaurant in the US for the rest of your life... Pick one!" .... I would pic... From citysearch.com on 12/4/2002 Report as offensive
Fun, Fun, Fun The Met is full of people, yet not real noisey. The Maitre d' is delightful. The food is excellent. Eat your dessert with a friend or two. Well worth ... From citysearch.com on 12/4/2002 Report as offensive
OVERRATED The best? Forget it. If you like lots of noise, crowded tables and mediocre steaks, then go to the Met.... From citysearch.com on 12/4/2002 Report as offensive
Steak, Please! Elegant, fun, the greatest steak in Seattle. Love the Chateau brian.... From citysearch.com on 11/21/2002 Report as offensive
As long as my date's paying... I was a little skeptical of what I would have for dinner here because I don't eat red meat. I was pleasantly surprised to see they served a wonderful ... From citysearch.com on 11/19/2002 Report as offensive
um a hip place to hang? Uh maybe if you are a gold digger or think looking like you have lots of money is the way to popularity. Do nto get me wrong. The met is awesome for f... From citysearch.com on 11/15/2002 Report as offensive
best steak I ever had! The best restaurant for ambiance, comfort, great service, and great food!... From citysearch.com on 11/11/2002 Report as offensive
the king there are good steaks in town, but the met is the king,... From citysearch.com on 11/9/2002 Report as offensive
nice, not the best Went there last night for a birthday dinner. The food was delicious; however, portions were very small and the steak came with only potatos- no vegeta... From citysearch.com on 10/29/2002 Report as offensive
The MET Rules... The best place to go in and aroubd seattle and had a lot of fun.... From citysearch.com on 10/26/2002 Report as offensive
Very dispointed My department had a Christmas party there a few years ago and I was very dispointed. I had heard all these great thing about the Grill and was looking... From citysearch.com on 10/16/2002 Report as offensive
Expensive, but good I was just so-so on this resteraunt after just having gone there, but after going to super-high-scale restaurants in NYC I am so pumped on Met Grill. ... From citysearch.com on 10/11/2002 Report as offensive
Stay at home and grill I read that this steak house was rated top ten in almost every magazine and opinion poll out there. I went there and paid over $150 and was very disap... From citysearch.com on 10/7/2002 Report as offensive
rude food Hearing this place was wonderful, we went there for our anniversary. We paid a fortune for a lousy, grissly, fatty steaks and an extremely rude server... From citysearch.com on 10/7/2002 Report as offensive
The Best Beef I just got back from a business trip to Seattle. A friend recommended I go to "The Met" for dinner. Being a big fan of Morton's, I was sure that The M... From citysearch.com on 10/7/2002 Report as offensive
Come as you are! I LOVE eating at The Met! The service is great the food is amazing! The best part about it is that my jeans 'n t-shirt husband is not made to feel out... From citysearch.com on 10/3/2002 Report as offensive
a bit overrated I think the 'Met has persisted based on sole reputation and name-recognition for a while. When I last dined there, my guest's steak was a bit overdone... From citysearch.com on 9/28/2002 Report as offensive
Too expensive for the quality Great food, but too expensive for the quality of food.... From citysearch.com on 9/20/2002 Report as offensive
Best steak EVER! Wonderful service and the best steak I have EVER eaten! It is spendy, but worth it!... From citysearch.com on 9/16/2002 Report as offensive
Great steak & service Maybe I've just been lucky, but the few times that I have been to the Met I've had great service and spectacular food. Our last waiter was very knowle... From citysearch.com on 9/16/2002 Report as offensive
My Kingdom for a Good Steak!!!! Are you looking for a great steak? Is money not much of a concern? Then look no further than Metropolitan Grill where the quality cuts of steak are wo... From citysearch.com on 8/28/2002 Report as offensive
The Best Without question, the Met is the best place to eat in Seattle. If you like high quality food prepared to perfection, there is no competition. While th... From citysearch.com on 8/24/2002 Report as offensive
It's the best A comfortable, inviting environment. Wonderful steaks and prime rib. Professional service.... From citysearch.com on 8/24/2002 Report as offensive
Want Steak... Go Met! Service, Service, Service... some of the best in Seattle! Great steaks, with filets that melt in your mouth.... From citysearch.com on 8/24/2002 Report as offensive
good meat The best red meat in the city! As a former vegetarian-turned-omnivore, there are choices for everyone, including a wonderful portabella steak. The qua... From citysearch.com on 8/19/2002 Report as offensive
best food in town the quality is undeniable, and worth the pricey menu. bring your friends, or a date you want to impress -- i guarantee you'll like what you eat. Clien... From citysearch.com on 8/15/2002 Report as offensive
7 Where The Met is a good restaraunt, it is extremely over rated. The steaks are decent, above average at best. When I order a steak Medium Rare I expec... From citysearch.com on 8/15/2002 Report as offensive
villubcious Gr8t food and ambience; Professional and courteous staff; Always at your beckond call... From citysearch.com on 8/13/2002 Report as offensive
BBQ What Are You Smoking No comment necessary. Steaks and beef Wonderful! BBQ ... what the heck are ya talking about?... From citysearch.com on 8/9/2002 Report as offensive
10 Take a moment out of your busy day/night wine and dine someone at the Metropolitan grill and it'll be an event to remember for years to come.... From citysearch.com on 8/7/2002 Report as offensive
Seattle Style How do you describe simply the best experience and food in the west coast. Quality and style come close but the Met has a personality all it's own. Ha... From citysearch.com on 8/4/2002 Report as offensive
BEST IN SEATTLE Easily the best restraunt in seattle for the Food. You can get a good meal with a view at Rays Boathouse, but if you want steak, you wont find better ... From citysearch.com on 8/1/2002 Report as offensive
Good food This is a good resturant for steak in Seattle but the price is a bit high for the atmosphere and quality. Still good though!... From citysearch.com on 7/31/2002 Report as offensive
Heaven on a plate! Friends took me to dinner at the Met for my birthday, and it was simply the best I've ever had. The steak is incredible, the atmosphere wonderful, and... From citysearch.com on 7/30/2002 Report as offensive
Not for Veggies The restaurant was a choice for our anniversary, and for seven years it has been an excellent one. The service is superb and the food divine! Wonderfu... From citysearch.com on 7/29/2002 Report as offensive
A Taste of Heaven My daughter took me to the Met for Mother's day. I ordered the cajon-blackened prime rib. It was the best prime rib I've ever had. The service was out... From citysearch.com on 7/29/2002 Report as offensive
Always Excellent The Metropolitan Grill consistently delivers excellent service and fantastic food. I am not a huge meat eater, but their seafood selection provides me... From citysearch.com on 7/25/2002 Report as offensive
The Met is the Best The Met has the best steaks, best ambiance, & most exceptional service of any restaurant in Seattle. Yes the prices are high, but as the saying goes, ... From citysearch.com on 7/23/2002 Report as offensive
Everyone's favorite I understand that Met Grill has been around for a long time and it's considered almost an institution for many. But just taking the restaurant and the... From citysearch.com on 7/22/2002 Report as offensive
Excellent Food & Staff -Need I say more! My husband and I went to the Met for our anniversary dinner last night. What a excellent experience! Our waiter Russell was perfect as was everything ... From citysearch.com on 7/7/2002 Report as offensive
Get your steak here-can't go wrong. We've been coming here for 10 years & the quality of food is just as good as before. However, the service was a little off when we were there last wee... From citysearch.com on 7/5/2002 Report as offensive
Best in Seattle! I took my wife to the The Met for our anniversary and we had a great time! In my oponion this is the best steakhouse in Seattle! You have to try the C... From citysearch.com on 6/28/2002 Report as offensive
Superb service excellent food Ate at the Met last night for a girl's night out with 5 friends. Service was spectacular, food was excellent. We tried everything from drinks and appe... From citysearch.com on 6/13/2002 Report as offensive

Reviews from around the web:

pricey doesn't equal quality here

My boyfriend and I splurged for a $150 dinner... our waiter was nice and my......

From urbanspoon.com on 4/1/2008 Report as offensive

Great Place for Lunch

Not sure if this makes many lunch lists but it really is one of the best lunch places in town. A terrific steak salad, burger and salmon....

From openlist on 1/4/2008 Report as offensive

OUTSTANDING FOOD- ONE OF AMERICA'S BEST STEAKHOUSES

Try lunch first, get there early or you will have to wait ! Dinner is very expensive ! . But is worth it ! Figure about $100.00 per head . This will c...

From citysearch.com on 10/30/2007 Report as offensive

Average as usual.

This restaurant is a bit over blown, the last two times that I have been there I have had very average service from my server. I have seen servers at ...

From citysearch.com on 10/16/2007 Report as offensive

better off going to Applebee's

We were expecting a great meal after going to places like Daniel's Steakhouse, Morton's, the Space Needle, and other exceptional places around the cou...

From citysearch.com on 10/13/2007 Report as offensive

very bad experience

My girlfriend and I moved to Seattle about a year and a half ago and we have had the luxury of experiencing for the first time all of the amazing eate...

From citysearch.com on 9/29/2007 Report as offensive

Great happy hour...

If you can get there through all of the traffic....

From urbanspoon.com on 9/3/2007 Report as offensive

Great happy hour...

If you can get there through all of the traffic....

From urbanspoon.com on 9/3/2007 Report as offensive

Average, at best!

After all of the hype, my experience was a great disappointment. The food was just okay and while I was expecting to drop a hefty load, I wasnt expect...

From openlist on 7/26/2007 Report as offensive

Average, at best!

After all of the hype, my experience was a great disappointment. The food was just okay and while I was expecting to drop a hefty load, I wasnt expect...

From openlist on 7/26/2007 Report as offensive

Try this for lunch and you will fall asleep

Rich food for lunch spells nap time for all. But the steak is great and the atmosphere feels like a fancy joint, which it is catering as....

From openlist on 7/19/2007 Report as offensive

Try this for lunch and you will fall asleep

Rich food for lunch spells nap time for all. But the steak is great and the atmosphere feels like a fancy joint, which it is catering as....

From openlist on 7/19/2007 Report as offensive

Once Great, Now Just Over-Rated

Dining at 'The Met' in the last couple of years is like watching an old friend who has sunk into mediocrity after years of excellence. It hurts, but y...

From citysearch.com on 7/3/2007 Report as offensive

Unbelievably Great Experience

I had a broken shoulder when my husband and I visited Seattle. He'd eaten here before and had raved about it when he returned to Atlanta. We made a re...

From citysearch.com on 6/24/2007 Report as offensive

Never a bad experience!

This restaurant has NEVER let me down! I would recommend this restaurant to anyone any time! It's my favorite place for everything from happy hour, to...

From citysearch.com on 6/14/2007 Report as offensive

What a disappointment

I've lived in Seattle for 7 years and never dined at the Met before. My mother-in-law and her mother (Seattle natives) took me there Sunday evening. T...

From citysearch.com on 6/12/2007 Report as offensive

BEST STEAK IN TOWN....TOON TOWN !!

Best steak in toon town is right....this place is a BIG FAT JOKE !!!!! Words cannot begin to describe the overrated aura of this establishment. Reserv...

From citysearch.com on 6/10/2007 Report as offensive

a bit crowded, but for good reason

i went to the Met on either a friday or saturday with my wife and 4 friends. other places that i have been in seattle with a similar quality of food t...

From citysearch.com on 6/3/2007 Report as offensive

A Dining Destination

Jury duty was 2 blocks up the hill and they said "wear your badge so that nobody will talk shop around you, and no alcohol". I'd read of the Metropoli...

From citysearch.com on 4/27/2007 Report as offensive

Over Rated and Over Priced

It's unfortunate that this place continues to excel in editorial awards and the like. Must be political. The prices don't match the service (slow) or ...

From citysearch.com on 4/25/2007 Report as offensive

The best steak in Seattle.

This is not just a reataurant it's an expierience you'll remember. The food is cooked to perfection.......

From judysbook.com on 3/30/2007 Report as offensive

Metropolitan Grill

5 Stars over and over. I'm not even a red meat eater, and I must always order the Steak Oscar. Bes......

From judysbook.com on 3/15/2007 Report as offensive

I would not recommend this restaurant to a enemy much less a friend!

We were seated (in a VERY SMALL booth) almost an hour after our reservation! It took 30 minutes just to get a drink while waiting! Their prices are re...

From citysearch.com on 3/15/2007 Report as offensive

Fun Place for Celebrations

We ate at the Met for the first time last weekend for a special birthday celebration. Our waiter was great, very attentive. More than enough food to e...

From citysearch.com on 3/1/2007 Report as offensive

Average steak , great dessert, a bit overpriced

We went to the Met for our anniversary dinner. It also happened to be New Years eve and the place was very crowded. The waiter was very jolly and help...

From citysearch.com on 12/31/2006 Report as offensive

Excellent Steaks, Service and atmosphere

I wrote a review in December 2006 stating that we were very disipointed in our experience at the Met. We were invited back to give a sencond chance. W...

From citysearch.com on 12/11/2006 Report as offensive

Overpriced Outback with lousy service for money spent!!

My FIANCE' AND I went to the Met for my birthday.. He made reservations and I was so excited. We dressed up(which is not the normal, from what I could...

From citysearch.com on 11/29/2006 Report as offensive

They really do have excellent steak!

Great steak! I went to the metropolitan grill a couple of years back..and was very happy. I had the small filet mingnon that was mouthwatering...it wa...

From citysearch.com on 11/23/2006 Report as offensive

Absolutely Fabulous!

I'm not a huge steak fan, but there's enough on the menu to keep me coming back. Appetizers are great, of course steak is mostly perfect if you're int...

From citysearch.com on 11/21/2006 Report as offensive

Usually a Great Experience

I like this place. Good food, fun staff, and excellent service. The meat is usually great and it can be a fun place to pass the time. Only be careful ...

From citysearch.com on 11/19/2006 Report as offensive

Disappointed

After reading all the good reviews I was really looking forward to my night at the Met grill. Unfortunately it was a real disappointment. The Seahawks...

From citysearch.com on 11/18/2006 Report as offensive

Best steak EVER!

I have been here numerous times for firm lunches and it is by far the best steak I have ever had. I ususally stick to the Filet Mignon, topped with th...

From citysearch.com on 11/1/2006 Report as offensive

The Metropolitan Grill is the best!

My favorite restaurant in Seattle. Great steaks and great seafood too. Great service, great people, ......

From judysbook.com on 10/20/2006 Report as offensive

The best place for fine dining

Everytime I plan to try somewhere else besides the Met, I am always left wishing I hadn't. Genuine, knowledgable servers of the highest class, the cho...

From citysearch.com on 10/12/2006 Report as offensive

Best steaks in the Northwest

Without a doubt THE best steaks in the Northwest. Puts Mortons, Ruth's Chris, Daniels,etc. in a distant second place. Club-like setting in a former ba...

From citysearch.com on 9/26/2006 Report as offensive

THE Place for Steak in Seattle

I travel to Seattle often and I've dined out a lot. It until recently that I tried the Met for the first time. It was amazing! I've been to the other ...

From citysearch.com on 8/10/2006 Report as offensive

Best Steakhouse in Seattle- Period!

This place was amazing- wonderful food- honestly the best steak I have had in a long time. Better than El Gaucho for sure, the atmosphere and service ...

From citysearch.com on 7/20/2006 Report as offensive

The best Steak in the Country!!

This place is sensational! They have the best steak I have ever tasted and there desserts are to die for! The bannanas foster is prepared right in fro...

From citysearch.com on 7/7/2006 Report as offensive

Great Steak and Service too

I've dined at Daniels Broiler, Ruth Chris and now the Met. Though I absolutely love all three for their differences, the Met is the only location that...

From citysearch.com on 6/11/2006 Report as offensive

User Review

After dining in NY and Boston steak houses for my formative years, a friend recommended the Met shortly after I moved to Seattle. What people say is p...

From citysearch.com on 3/30/2006 Report as offensive

Great Steak, Incomparable Service

The steaks, of course, were to die for. As you'd expect. The wine - yummy. But what really set this place apart was the service. Professional and frie...

From citysearch.com on 3/5/2006 Report as offensive

Great food, louder than I expected

I went for a special occasion meal and was impressed with the quality of the steaks, but found the atmosphere too loud and hectic for my liking. It fe...

From citysearch.com on 1/19/2006 Report as offensive

The Met = perfect yet again

This is the 4th time I've been to the Met, so I'm revising and updating my original review: I've had steak in many great steakhouses all over the coun...

From citysearch.com on 12/30/2005 Report as offensive

They really crowd people in

The food is great and the service is excellent. But too many tables are crowded into the restaurant. Several customers and staff bumped into my wife a...

From citysearch.com on 11/29/2005 Report as offensive

What's the hoopla?

Went there for a business meeting. Having a meeting there by using the boardroom's highly recommended. In the dining area, it was very loud. I wouldn'...

From citysearch.com on 11/4/2005 Report as offensive

Amazed

My husband and I recently dined at the Met for the first time after hearing friends rave about it for years. It will certainly be the first of many- t...

From citysearch.com on 7/11/2005 Report as offensive

Wow!

I was first introduced to the Met 5 years ago when taken to dine as part of a business function. I was extremely impressed with the food (especially t...

From citysearch.com on 7/8/2005 Report as offensive

The Best Ever

All employee's make you feel like you have been coming in forever! Best food I have had in a long time. they work very hard to seat you on time! Valet...

From citysearch.com on 6/6/2005 Report as offensive

Over-hyped!

Introduced two family members to the "Met" last Saturday evening. I was very disappointed with the whole experience. The rib-eye special was as tough ...

From citysearch.com on 6/6/2005 Report as offensive

The best steak I've every had, period.

Excellent food, atmosphere. The steak is by far the best I have ever had, no question. I drive more than 200 miles just to go there....

From citysearch.com on 6/6/2005 Report as offensive

Great Happy Hour!!

I recently started a new job downtown Seattle and was introduced to the happy hour at the Met by colleagues. The service I have received in the bar is...

From citysearch.com on 4/19/2005 Report as offensive

Great New York strip steak

I was in a few weeks ago, and had the best N.Y. strip steak of my life. The service was excellent, and value for the money spent was well worth it....

From citysearch.com on 3/31/2005 Report as offensive

Wonderful dinning experience

The best dinning experience I had in Seattle while in town for the Home Show. Mouth watering steaks, outstanding service and great drinks. Truley one ...

From citysearch.com on 3/11/2005 Report as offensive

Definitely Overrated

Very disappointed with the service and the food. Salad & Lobster Bisque was ok, but I have had better. Steak was horrible. Not sure why they call them...

From citysearch.com on 2/8/2005 Report as offensive

Exceptional Service

I came into the Met recently for my 10th anniv. We have come in before and EVERY time we are greeted with the same EXCEPTIONAL customer service. They ...

From citysearch.com on 1/26/2005 Report as offensive

Disappointing...

We went to the Met last spring, and it was WONDERFUL. Since we were in town this fall for business, we were looking forward to the opportunity to dine...

From citysearch.com on 10/4/2004 Report as offensive

I don't get it!

What is it about this place that draws ever more tasteless people? THE MOST HIGHLY OVER-RATED restaurant in the country. BIG does not necessarily mean...

From citysearch.com on 10/1/2004 Report as offensive

Good but not Great

As an out-of-towner, I was looking forward to eating at what my Seattle friends call the "Met." I came away both impressed and a little underwhelmed--...

From citysearch.com on 9/20/2004 Report as offensive

Three Strikes...

Strike One. We were seated at what amounted to a card table in some back room, far removed from the ambiance and flavor of the rest of the restaurant....

From citysearch.com on 8/22/2004 Report as offensive

What a Let Down...

Don't believe the hype! The Met is an average restaurant at best! Here are my reasons why: 1) Before having a chance to finish our salads, here came o...

From citysearch.com on 8/17/2004 Report as offensive

Retired

I lived in Seattle for over 23 years. I do not remember exactly how many years I have had the pleasure of dinning at the "Met" but it has been many. I...

From citysearch.com on 6/3/2004 Report as offensive

Use to Love Her

We LOVED the Met. Now we will go elsewhere. Had a family group of 12. Reservations made weeks in advance. Placed in a small private banquet room. Did ...

From citysearch.com on 5/21/2004 Report as offensive

TRY THE MET FOR THE BEST STEAK EVER..

I LOVE THE METROPOLIAN GRILL! EVERY YEAR FOR MY WEDDING ANNIVERSARY, MY HUSBAND AND I DINE THERE TO CELEBRATE AND CAN NOT THINK OF A MORE SURPURB PLAC...

From citysearch.com on 4/7/2004 Report as offensive

I LOVE this place.

I'm from Chicago and I think I know a great steak. The staff at the Met has always treated me like a princess. I've been several times and can't wait ...

From citysearch.com on 4/5/2004 Report as offensive

Metropolitan Grill- Seattle

One of the most excellent restaurants in the state of Washington. Outstanding food esp the Prime Rib and Filet Mignon. It is absolutely one of my most...

From citysearch.com on 3/12/2004 Report as offensive

The Met -- It Rocks

This place is amazing, the food was prepared to perfection. I would highly recommend it ... I mean a place that is jam packed on a Thursday night can'...

From citysearch.com on 3/8/2004 Report as offensive

Best Steak in Seattle

There are many competitors in the steak arena but The Met is truly the king in Seattle, and one of the finest in the USA. If they have it, try the smo...

From citysearch.com on 2/18/2004 Report as offensive

Best Steak In Seattle

The Met is a true Steak House - wth just enough attitude to be fun. The staff is long tenured and well informed. They have an incredible wine list, as...

From citysearch.com on 2/14/2004 Report as offensive

Overpriced, gone downhill

We've gone to the Met often over the years -- at least 3 times in '03. Recently we went to celebrate a birthday, and had a horrible time. We were seat...

From citysearch.com on 2/2/2004 Report as offensive

RETHINK GOING HERE

We have been going to The Met since 1993 and had many an excellent meal. In the last 2 years things have gone downhill. The waiters rush you so they c...

From citysearch.com on 12/19/2003 Report as offensive

huge disappointment

First Day in Seattle I asked For good prime rib and was referred to The Metro. Overpriced, Lousy not exactly tender and it took 45 minutes to receive,...

From citysearch.com on 10/2/2003 Report as offensive

not bad

the staeks are good, a little over priced, but good. The staff really knows what is going on. over all i'll go here again, but only for special occasi...

From citysearch.com on 8/23/2003 Report as offensive

Ludicrous price - ludicrously good food

Everything I've had at the Met has been little short of orgasmic. The service can be a bit hit'n'miss depending on your waiter. Atmosphere can be a bi...

From citysearch.com on 7/16/2003 Report as offensive

The Met? None Better!

My experiences here have always been top shelf, and if you expect top shelf, you should expect the price! I guess I'm not surprised at the sour grapes...

From citysearch.com on 7/15/2003 Report as offensive

Hip Hip Hooray!

I loved the food! I had the filet and lobster tail, lobster bisque, oysters and lots more. The service was great and the wine steward recommended one ...

From citysearch.com on 7/9/2003 Report as offensive

Amazing!

I went to the Met as an 18th birthday celebration from my brothers and it was just an awesome experience. I didn't want to be a burden to my brother, ...

From citysearch.com on 6/16/2003 Report as offensive

Can't Go Wrong With the Met

I've never had a bad expereience here. Sure, it's pricey, but can you honestly age your own beef so that after you grill it, the meat melts in your mo...

From citysearch.com on 6/11/2003 Report as offensive

Over Rated

The steaks are fairly good, but better can be had from Larry's or Whole Foods. The service leaves something to be desired. Last time there, I had a di...

From citysearch.com on 6/10/2003 Report as offensive

The Met is the Best

The Met is without a doubt the most romantic place to go and have dinner. Plus they serve the best filet's in town. They like melt in your mouth, if y...

From citysearch.com on 6/10/2003 Report as offensive

Watch the Waiter

I went out to dinner with three friends, and overall the food was good (one friend didn't like his filet mingon) but the one thing that left us skepti...

From citysearch.com on 6/5/2003 Report as offensive

OVER-RATED

I cannot understand how this place keeps getting good reviews. I am now wondering if people who live here have ever been to a good chops house? Since ...

From citysearch.com on 5/31/2003 Report as offensive

Great fancy night out

So when you move to Seattle you need to look at all of the great restaurant or at least that's what I do. My friend kept telling me that we MUST eat a...

From citysearch.com on 5/30/2003 Report as offensive

Lobster!!!!!

You walk into this feeling high class. Yet you can feel comfortable dining in jeans. We spent alot of money but I can't say it wasn't completely worth...

From citysearch.com on 5/15/2003 Report as offensive

Rated the best?

Rated the best? The service was mediocre, and the waiter had a memorized script, that he read off to us and the tables around us. That only serves to ...

From citysearch.com on 5/15/2003 Report as offensive

Lacking

I felt The Met experience isn't what it used to be now that steakhouses are more prevalent. Competition is surely leading. Service can be more attenti...

From citysearch.com on 5/4/2003 Report as offensive

Best In Town

Every chance I get I eat here. I feel like a celeb, (I am not). The staff is the reason I dine here....

From citysearch.com on 4/24/2003 Report as offensive

Mixed Review

We made reservations for our anniversary after hearing good things. Arriving right on time, and the valet parking is key since there is NO parking ava...

From citysearch.com on 4/4/2003 Report as offensive

Good Cosmo's!

The MET is one of the most over priced steak restaurants in Seattle. About the only thing they have going for it is the great Cosmo's. I've been there...

From citysearch.com on 3/4/2003 Report as offensive

How could anyone....

I've dined at The Met for years, always with outstanding food and service. They are indeed pricey, but not anymore than one would expect for an upscal...

From citysearch.com on 2/26/2003 Report as offensive

Senior Couple After Theatre

We had the Chateau Briand (spelling?). It was outstanding. I have never had a better piece of steak in my life. And the service was perfect. I can't f...

From citysearch.com on 2/19/2003 Report as offensive

Disappointed

I've only eaten here once. And that was enough. It left little to desire. Service was OK, steak was good, but not great....

From citysearch.com on 2/6/2003 Report as offensive

Great for a dinner meeting

Recently went to the Met for a closing business dinner, and it does live up to the hype. Exellent food, wonderful masculine decor, and good bar to go ...

From citysearch.com on 2/5/2003 Report as offensive

Best Steak, Large portions

One of the things my colleagues and I did while we were on assignment in the greater Seattle area was to go different places to eat and keep a rating ...

From citysearch.com on 2/4/2003 Report as offensive

Metro

Not a great location. Looks too much like a factory with the open ceilings. Too much noise for fine dinning....

From citysearch.com on 2/4/2003 Report as offensive

unable2bunique

This is an excellent example of a steak house. Service was excellent and th food very aceptable. Presentation was met with approval...

From citysearch.com on 2/4/2003 Report as offensive

Best Ever

I was lucky enough to have the opportunity to dine at the Metropolitan while on a business trip two years ago. (I was in Seattle for the famous earthq...

From citysearch.com on 2/4/2003 Report as offensive

Grilled Prime Rib

Yeah... if you want a nice tender, juicy prime rib to order, don't go the the Metropolitan grill. If you want a Prime rib that is done more than you w...

From citysearch.com on 2/1/2003 Report as offensive

You got your magic steak, Lt. Dan.

If Forest Gump ate here, he would definately call this magic steak. I can't tell you how good it is, you just have to taste it for yourself. Cooked to...

From citysearch.com on 1/22/2003 Report as offensive

Absolutely the Very Best

I'm not sure what kind of magic they perform in the kitchen to get a 1 1/2" thick steak perfectly cooked in the center but not burned on the outside. ...

From citysearch.com on 1/18/2003 Report as offensive

I'll be going elsewhere...

I've been going to The Met for several years .. .my first time in 2003 and I have to admit, my last. Food has always been good (never the best), but g...

From citysearch.com on 1/16/2003 Report as offensive

The Best!

The Met is simply the best steak place in Seattle. The service is great; I always feel well taken care of, and like I am tipping for the right reason....

From citysearch.com on 1/16/2003 Report as offensive

Who says bad food? GREAT FOOD!!

My boyfriend and I were a bit fuzzy on going to the Met for dinner after mixed reviews, but we went anyways; and we are SO glad we did!! We both had t...

From citysearch.com on 1/14/2003 Report as offensive

Thumb in the water pitcher!

Though I would recommend out-of-towners to this steak house for the Seattle experience, it is most definetely NOT the number one steak house in Seattl...

From citysearch.com on 1/13/2003 Report as offensive

Perfect Anniversary Celebration

We celebrated our 34th wedding anniversary here. It was the best thing we could have done. We spent a lot more than we had planned, but it was well wo...

From citysearch.com on 1/13/2003 Report as offensive

One of the best

A great place to take a date or go with friends, especially before or after the theatre. Friendly and knowledgable wait staff. Good wine list, at leas...

From citysearch.com on 1/13/2003 Report as offensive

Over rated tourist trap

Steaks at best mediocre, not cooked as requested, but love the atmosphere. Have eaten there numerous times but the last two times terrible. Will stick...

From citysearch.com on 1/13/2003 Report as offensive

Marvelous Food

I have always found the Metropolitan Grill to have wonderful food and great service! (Of course it should for what it charges -- just wish there was a...

From citysearch.com on 1/13/2003 Report as offensive

Best Steak in Town

There is a reason why the Seattle power players frequent the Met - the food is great. There is no better steakhouse in town. There are pleanty of choi...

From citysearch.com on 1/13/2003 Report as offensive

good food but a a premium price

I felt the food was very good, and the atmosphere was nice, but didn't feel either rated the premium price i paid ....

From citysearch.com on 1/13/2003 Report as offensive

meating place

This is the best steak in Seattle bang stop. The meat here is far better than El Gaucho....

From citysearch.com on 1/13/2003 Report as offensive

Best Steak in Seattle!

The Met is a great place to get a fabulous steak! The service is spotty, but the food is well worth it! Be sure to order the calamari, it is fantastic...

From citysearch.com on 1/9/2003 Report as offensive

Overrated

Definitely an icon of the area but the food is less than great and not inspired at all....

From citysearch.com on 1/8/2003 Report as offensive

Nothing Better

My boyfriend and I are planning a trip back to Seattle just for dinner at Metropolitan Grill. The lobster tail and Filet Mignon were out of this world...

From citysearch.com on 1/7/2003 Report as offensive

Disappointing Lunch

Ambiance - perfect. Service: excellent. Lunch is disappointing - especially salads and sandwiches. A great steakhouse should also have great salads an...

From citysearch.com on 1/3/2003 Report as offensive

Dry and Over Rated Again

I frequent the Met through many suppliers that come in from out of town. The last 5 to 6 times I have been in there the Filet I ordered has been dry a...

From citysearch.com on 1/3/2003 Report as offensive

the old school is gone

This Seattle classic used to be the tops - but in the recent few years the old school of staff have left and standards arn't as tight. Don't make chan...

From citysearch.com on 12/27/2002 Report as offensive

MetTheBest

#1 Service with food topping the list!, The only drawback was the access to a disabled restroom....