The Capital Grille Waikiki has announced the launch of an exclusive Wine & Wagyu Pairing experience available from February 23rd through June 28th at its Hawaii location. This limited-time offering represents a significant development in Hawaii's luxury dining landscape, bringing together premium ingredients and celebrated wines in a curated format that demonstrates the restaurant's commitment to culinary innovation and elevated guest experiences.
Available in the bar and lounge area, the pairing is priced at $50 per experience and features three distinct Wagyu burger creations, each thoughtfully matched with wines from the acclaimed Dave Phinney portfolio. The menu includes The Grille's Wagyu Cheeseburger with grilled onions, steak sauce and Vermont white cheddar paired with Orin Swift Advice from John Merlot; a Wagyu Blue Cheese & Black Truffle Burger with cabernet-braised red onions paired with Orin Swift Palermo Cabernet Sauvignon; and a Wagyu Mushroom & Swiss Burger with sautéed shiitake and cremini mushrooms, Jarlsberg cheese and truffle aioli that offers two pairing options: Orin Swift 8 Years in the Desert Zinfandel Blend or Acolytes by OLG Pinot Noir.
Each burger is served with sea salt fries, though guests may substitute with a caramelized onion and caviar dip served with housemade chips for an additional $20. The wines are also available by the glass for $30 each, providing flexibility for those wishing to explore individual selections. The Orin Swift Palermo Cabernet Sauvignon presents notes of blackberry, black currant, dark chocolate and espresso, while the 8 Years in the Desert Zinfandel Blend offers black plum, boysenberry, ripe cherry and toasty vanilla characteristics. The Advice from John Merlot features dark fruits, licorice, espresso beans and soft tannins, and the Acolytes by OLG Pinot Noir delivers ripe cherry, strawberry, sandalwood, baking spices and white pepper notes.
This announcement matters because it represents more than just another restaurant promotion—it signals the continued elevation of Hawaii's dining scene and demonstrates how luxury establishments are creating unique, time-sensitive experiences that appeal to both local residents and visitors seeking memorable culinary moments. The pairing of premium Wagyu with wines from a celebrated portfolio like Dave Phinney's creates a sophisticated offering that could influence other high-end restaurants to develop similar curated experiences, potentially raising standards across the hospitality industry.
For consumers, this limited-time experience provides access to premium ingredients and acclaimed wines in an accessible format at a set price point, making luxury dining more approachable while maintaining the sophistication The Capital Grille is known for. The restaurant's reputation for dry-aged steaks, world-class wine programs and polished hospitality lends credibility to this new offering, ensuring it aligns with their established standards of excellence. The timing from late February through late June positions this experience perfectly for both the spring season and early summer tourism, maximizing its potential impact on the local economy and visitor experiences.
More information about this offering is available at https://www.thecapitalgrillehawaii.com. The Capital Grille Waikiki is located at 2380 Kuhio Avenue in Honolulu, Hawaii, 96815.
