Reviews

Overall Total Score
4.3 out of 5
Impressive | 1677 reviews

Was Bob A at Grinnell's a mag?
Still excellent. It's the little things that they continue to do despite the difficulties of these times that shows they care. Like the garlic bread brought to the table as you're seated and the crispy lyonnaise potatoes with onions as a starch choice and the complimentary sundae for desert! We remember another of our favorites that did away with the perks when times got tough and it just hastened their demise. So th... View all feedback.

What Tara M dislikes about Grinnell's:
I am not sure what has happened to this restaurant. When you come in the door there seems to be an old stale odor, which can turn you off right away and second guess coming in to sit down. That being said we had reservations and they took us in a separate back area, which looked nice. Servers were okay. Stuffed mushrooms were amazing. We both had the artichoke tomato soup which taste like sauce with artichoke in it.... View all feedback.

Reviews from various websites

Menu
4.4 ★ from 23 reviews
Jeff
06.02.2023 - 05:35

My steak was perfectly cooked, unfortunately the other people in the group's steak were overcooked due to the steaks being sliced unevenly. Good ceasar salad.

Jeff
07.02.2023 - 08:34

I had a wonderful meal, but the atmosphere could use an update as it had a very musty smell. The service was excellent—definitely five stars. The place could be...

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Jeff
08.04.2023 - 16:48

Incredible service, delicious food and perfectly poured drinks. I love going here to celebrate life’s big and small moments!

Donny
08.04.2023 - 16:48

My first visit to this excellent restaurant was with my grandparents in 1965. The history of this restaurant now runs three generations deep and the commitment...

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Marcellus
06.02.2023 - 05:35

Absolutely a wonderful experience on Wednesday to the birthday of my mannes. we had 10 people. of the way we was greeted by bob the barkeeper to our service by...

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Restaurantji
4.0 ★ from 12 reviews
franksatt
18.08.2024 - 10:00

Great rating but atmosphere and food didn't live up to the rating....staff was friendly and efficient.... facility is very dark and not inviting.

Amy
18.08.2024 - 10:00

I’m only writing a review because I think all these 5 star reviews must be fake.We had the New York strip… zero seasoning. Tasted just like meat. Not even a lit...

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Howard
18.08.2024 - 10:00

It turns out that our visit was the last one, as our server informed us during our meal that the restaurant would be permanently closing the next day – and it d...

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Brandon
18.08.2024 - 10:00

I took my client here while I was in town. I have to say that this was some of the best service but I've had in a very long time. Everybody was amazingly courte...

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Renee
18.08.2024 - 10:00

Food was excellent. Service was great from beginning to end. Will definitely go again!

Yelp
3.4 ★ from 10 reviews
Marie
21.08.2024 - 00:14

As you enter, a gentleman welcomes you and escorts you to your table. The servers are all well-dressed and exude class. You feel as though you’ve stepped back i...

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Bob
21.08.2024 - 00:14

Still excellent. It's the little things that they continue to do despite the difficulties of these times that shows they care. Like the garlic bread brought to...

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Tara
21.08.2024 - 00:14

I am not sure what has happened to this restaurant. When you come in the door there seems to be an old stale odor, which can turn you off right away and second...

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Mark
21.08.2024 - 00:14

We were warmly greeted by the host upon arrival, who promptly seated us. Unfortunately, the prime rib we were hoping to enjoy was unavailable, which was disappo...

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Ronny
21.08.2024 - 00:14

My husband and I have always enjoyed dining at Grinnell's for special occasions, as it has consistently delivered a great experience. However, our visit on Wedn...

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Facebook
4.6 ★ from 41 reviews
Google
4.4 ★ from 395 reviews
Tripadvisor
4.5 ★ from 131 reviews
Int Restaurants
4.5 ★ from 600 reviews
Gastroranking-us
3.8 ★ from 477 reviews

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