The Grill on the Alley

4.2(604)

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Location & Hours

Address

172 S Market St
San Jose, California 95113
United States

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Hours

Open • Closes Today at 9:00 PM

Monday11:30 AM - 9:00 PM

Tuesday11:30 AM - 9:00 PM

Wednesday11:30 AM - 9:00 PM

Thursday11:30 AM - 9:00 PM

Friday11:30 AM - 10:00 PM

Saturday4:00 PM - 10:00 PM

Sunday4:00 PM - 9:00 PM

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Contact Information

(408) 294-2244

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About The Grill on the Alley

Premium chops star in crisp surroundings at this steakhouse chain branch in the Fairmont Hotel.

Price range: moderately priced

Google-sourced data last fetched on April 30, 2025.

4.2/5

Based on 604 reviews

Recent Reviews

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s ram

5 months ago

Went here on a Monday. Was looking for a steak and usual places were closed. My date had the steak and i had the prawns risotto. I got three prawns, one had no meat. My date had the steak, over cooked...

Marcio Dias Lima

2 months ago

Good food and service. Nice atmosphere. Cocktails freshly made (not pre batched). White Negroni was a nice variation on the classic one with Bergamot bitters. But they could use clear ice to improve p...

Uyên Nguyen

8 months ago

Best experience we had in San Jose. (And we went to Morton's). The food was excellent (Sea Bass, Octopus, Salad). My new favorite cocktail is the Passion Cosmo. The Tiramisu was the best. And we had s...

Oscar Cuenca

9 months ago

Our experience at The Grill on the Halley was memorable from start to finish. The ambience is a blend of modern sophistication with a cozy touch, making it perfect for both intimate dinners and celebr...

Jason Foard

a year ago

Very rarely do I give a full 5 Star rating. This Resto impressed our party of three. Everything about our dining experience was fantastic. Paul, our server, went above and beyond to make us feel comfo...

What People Are Saying

Overall Experience

The restaurant generally provides a positive dining experience, with many customers finding it memorable and enjoyable. Most reviewers indicated they had an above average experience.

Customer Favorites

Standout dishes include the Sea Bass, Octopus, Filet Mignon, and New York Steak. The Tiramisu, Passion Cosmo and Blood Orange Bread Pudding were highlighted as exceptional dessert and cocktail choices.

Atmosphere & Service

The ambiance is described as a blend of modern sophistication with a cozy touch, suitable for both intimate dinners and gatherings. Attentive, knowledgeable, and friendly service from staff is frequently noted as a positive aspect of the dining experience.

Value & Quality

While the quality of ingredients and food preparation is generally praised, some reviewers felt the prices were a bit high, particularly for the portion sizes of certain appetizers. High-quality ingredients are noted.

Areas for Improvement

Some reviewers noted that smaller portion sizes, specifically for the Beef Carpaccio, could be addressed. Some also mentioned inconsistent cooking of steaks and suggested using clear ice in cocktails for improved presentation.

Recent Trends

More recent reviews highlight freshly made cocktails and the overall quality of food and service. One recent review mentions overcooked steak and a lack of meat in one prawn in a risotto dish.