The Capital Grille Waikiki has announced a new limited-time Wine & Wagyu Pairing experience, available from February 23rd through June 28th in the bar and lounge area of its Hawaii location. Priced at $50 per pairing, the offering combines premium Wagyu burgers with wines from the celebrated Dave Phinney portfolio, including Orin Swift and Acolytes labels. This initiative underscores The Capital Grille's reputation for dry-aged steaks and a world-class wine program, now enhanced with inventive pairings in a refined island setting.
The menu features three Wagyu burger options, each served with sea salt fries and suggested wine pairings. The Grille's Wagyu Cheeseburger with grilled onions, steak sauce, and Vermont white cheddar pairs with Orin Swift Advice from John, Merlot. The Wagyu Blue Cheese & Black Truffle Burger with cabernet-braised red onions is matched with Orin Swift Palermo, Cabernet Sauvignon. The Wagyu Mushroom & Swiss Burger, featuring sautéed shiitake and cremini mushrooms, Jarlsberg cheese, and truffle aioli, can be paired with either Orin Swift 8 Years in the Desert, Zinfandel Blend or Acolytes by OLG, Pinot Noir. Guests may also opt for a Chips & Caviar upgrade—caramelized onion and caviar dip with housemade chips—for an additional $20.
The Dave Phinney portfolio wines available by the glass at $30 include Orin Swift Palermo (blackberry, black currant, dark chocolate, espresso), Orin Swift 8 Years in the Desert (black plum, boysenberry, ripe cherry, toasty vanilla), Orin Swift Advice from John (dark fruits, licorice, espresso beans, soft tannins), and Acolytes by OLG, Pinot Noir (ripe cherry, strawberry, sandalwood, baking spices, white pepper).
This limited-time offering is significant as it brings together The Capital Grille's expertise in steakhouse dining with the innovative winemaking of Dave Phinney, known for bold, distinctive wines. The pairing is designed to provide guests with a memorable culinary experience that blends classic flavors with creative combinations, set against the backdrop of Waikiki. For more information, visit www.thecapitalgrillehawaii.com.
