Who says you can’t enjoy a great meal at a steakhouse in 45 minutes? A couple weeks ago The Capital Grille launched its $18 Spring “Plates” menu, giving guests the ability customize their lunch, choosing from nine “plates” offerings – three soups or salads, three sandwiches and three sides – all for $18. This menu was also designed to get busy patrons out the door in about 45 minutes. The Spring “Plates” menu features three new items fit for the season: Asparagus Soup, Shrimp and Piquillo Peppers with Crisp Bomba Rice and Grilled Spring Vegetables.
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| Asparagus Soup |
We stopped by The Capital Grille during our lunch break to check it out. I tried all three new additions to the menu. The asparagus soup was rich and creamy, and had thin slices of asparagus on top. If you like asparagus, I recommend giving it a try. The other items on the plates menu are also delicious: clam chowder and field greens salad.
For the main course, I tried the Shrimp and Piquillo Peppers with Crisp Bomba Rice which was served on a small cast iron skillet. The shrimp was cooked perfectly and was seasoned well. I also enjoyed the bomba rice that stuck to the skillet. Reminds me of the crunchy bits of rice I love munching on (or even fight with my friends to get) when I have bibimbap (Korean mixed rice), paella, or arroz con gandules (rice with pigeon peas). As a side dish, I chose the spring vegetables which were grilled perfectly.
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| Shrimp and Piquillo Peppers with Crisp Bomba Rice |
An alternative items to try are the mini tenderloin sandwiches (one of my favorite lunch time items) or the lobster roll. I recommend ordering the truffle fries to pair with these items. Though, you can’t go wrong with the French Green Beans.
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| Lobster Roll |
If you have room for dessert, and or just want to end off the meal on a sweet note, share one with a friend. Breaking away from my usuals, the Crème Brûlée or the flourless chocolate espresso cake, I tried the Strawberries Capital Grille. Served in a bowl are juicy strawberries, vanilla ice cream and a ruby port and Grand Marnier sauce. It’s a savory treat that won’t make you feel guilty eating it. Quite refreshing for the spring.
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| Strawberries Capital Grille |
As with the previous Winter plates menu, I enjoyed the Spring plates menu. It’s an excellent deal for $18.
