Del Frisco’s Grille

Overview

Del Frisco’s Grille occupies a ground-floor corner at 501 East Las Olas Boulevard, putting it right in the middle of the strip’s restaurant row. The interior leans upscale-casual with dim lighting and a trendy feel that works for date nights and group celebrations alike. A rooftop seating area gives it an edge over many Las Olas neighbors, and the outdoor section is dog friendly for those strolling the boulevard with a pup.

The menu runs wider than a typical steakhouse. Steak and seafood anchor the heavier side, but the bar-food picks get just as much love from regulars – wings, ahi tacos, a flatbread with a house green sauce guests single out by name, and a spinach dip that comes up in almost every review. Truffle fries and steak bites topped with crab appear on prix-fixe event menus. The drink program covers craft cocktails, a deep wine list, and a beer selection broad enough to keep hop fans occupied.

Happy hour is probably the smartest entry point if you are new to the place. Bartenders are quick, the deals on drinks and bar bites are solid for a $$$ address, and the crowd skews relaxed compared to peak dinner service. For a full dinner, make a reservation – walk-ins during Friday and Saturday prime time can mean a wait. Servers like George, Willie, and Manuel get called out by name repeatedly for menu knowledge and attentive pacing, which says something about the floor staff overall.

The crowd is broad: birthday groups, couples, solo diners at the bar, families, and tourists exploring Las Olas all show up here. Guests note the space is LGBTQ+ friendly and welcoming across the board. Consistency can wobble during large-event nights when the kitchen gets slammed, so timing matters.

Good to know

• Rating: 4.1/5 from 1,617 Google reviews
• Price: $$$
• Best for: Las Olas date night, birthday dinner groups, after-work happy hour, rooftop drinks, upscale casual dining, dog friendly patio
• Features: Happy Hour, Outdoor Seating, Rooftop, Waterfront, LGBTQ+, Dog Friendly

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