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Rox City Grill Reviews List

Rox City Grill

Set in a modern yet cozy ambiance and featuring a contemporary menu steeped in the flavors of the season, Rox City Grill provides you the true downtown experience. The goal is to offer guests an exceptional yet affordable dining option in an unassuming atmosphere for the everyday diner while being sophisticated enough to deliver unforgettable moments on special occasions. Chef de Cusine David Hassan, a veteran of kitchens such as Hotel Nikko and The Four Seasons, crafts an exceptional menu that incorporates vivid, pristine flavors. Fresh ingredients and precise cooking technique create a seamless interplay of flavors and textures. Steaks, chops and seafood are highlighted along with wonderful salads and decadent desserts. In the dining room, friendly, professional servers introduce you to a impecable wine list. Chef Hassan pursues the making of a modern urban eatery. Come be the judge of the results!
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38 Current Reviews
Summary of Diner Ratings & Reviews
Overall 
4.2 / 5
(Outstanding) 4.2 / 5
(38 Reviews)
Open Ratings Snapshot
Rating Breakdown 38 reviews
5 stars
(13)
4 stars
(21)
3 stars
(2)
2 stars
(2)
1 star
(0)
Food 
4.3 / 5
(Outstanding) 4.3 / 5
Service 
4.5 / 5
(Outstanding) 4.5 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Outstanding) 4 / 5
Noise Level
2.1 / 3
Energetic
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Diners classify this restaurant as:
  • special occasion(17)
  • romantic(16)
  • fit for foodies(15)
  • neighborhood gem(13)
  • good for groups(7)
  • vibrant bar scene(4)
Rox City Grill Reviews List
Review 1 for Rox City Grill
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Great food and wonderful presentati

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"Great food and wonderful presentation."
Dined on 04/27/2013
 2006
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem
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Review 2 for Rox City Grill
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

The tables were too close

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"The tables were too close together - could hear tables on each side conversations."
Dined on 04/26/2013
 2011
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Review 3 for Rox City Grill
Overall rating 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5

The food here was good. Not

Food 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Service 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"The food here was good. Not great, not bad. But it was pricy. The chicken tortilla soup is very tasty and large enough to be a meal. Our waitress was the ditziest person I've ever seen. I had to look away a few times so she wouldn't see me laughing. Her best line? "The food here is usually hit or miss but right now our special are SOOOOO GOOOOOOD." What???? Won't return for those prices."
Dined on 04/26/2013
 2007
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Review 4 for Rox City Grill
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Great experience

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"A wonderful place to dine. Great food and fantastic service - highly recommended!"
Dined on 04/12/2013
 2008
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion, hot spot
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Review 5 for Rox City Grill
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

Very nice experience. Thank

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Very nice experience. Thank you."
Dined on 04/12/2013
 2004
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Review 6 for Rox City Grill
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

We enjoyed our dinner at Rox

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"We enjoyed our dinner at Rox on 03/29; our booth seats were comfortable and just private enough to have normal conversation. Our server was very attentive and helpful.
My choice of their 3 Skewers entree was an excellent one...the chicken, filet mignon, shrimp & roasted veggies were perfectly prepared. The skewers also came with a coconut jasmine rice side dish.
We will return soon to enjoy unique and fine dinner!
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Dined on 03/30/2013
 2005
Special Features: neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion
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Review 7 for Rox City Grill
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Dinner with friends at the

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
Quiet
"Dinner with friends at the Rox City Grill was an exceptional evening. The ladies met at the bar prior to dinner and enjoyed the atmosphere. The men joined for dinner. Our server was funny, smart and efficient. The bartender was talented and professional. Service was excellent all evening.
The most difficult part was figuring out what to order. Some really great menu options. The appetizers were exceptional. The sliders are themselves worth a trip to St. Charles. They are the best I have ever had. Both the presentation and the flavor of the main courses were really outstanding. Desert was great and the do-nut holes were the table favorite.
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Dined on 03/26/2013
 2011
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, scenic view
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Review 8 for Rox City Grill
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Great food with middle eastern

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"Great food with middle eastern flare. Great appetizer!"
Dined on 03/09/2013
 2013
Special Features: neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion
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Review 9 for Rox City Grill
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Great Atomosphere & Great Food

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Rox City Grill has a wonderful adult dining atmosphere! From the quaint bar scene to the jazz art inspired dining room, it is a place well worth a visit. I ordered from their Gluten free menu; lamb w/pomegranate risotto & a wedge salad that was absolutely delicious. My husband ordered the rotisserie chicken w/garlic mashed potatoes; again a superb choice! The piano player showed up around 8:00 and we fully intended to go into the bar following our dinner, but the music was too loud, so we left. Other than that, we had a great dining experience and look forward to going there again. I would highly recommend this establishment for couples or a small group of friends - not really a kid-friendly place (you won't find a kiddie menu here)."
Dined on 03/02/2013
 2006
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, late-night find, romantic, special occasion
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Review 10 for Rox City Grill
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

We were very impressed with

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"We were very impressed with the food as well as its presentation. It exceeded our expectations.
The atmosphere, however, was sorely lacking. Dim yellow lights and dingy interior made a disappointing
first impression. Also felt that it catered to a senior age type crowd and not a younger, more vibrant set.
The draw could be much greater if given a decor makeover to attract a more varied crowd.
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Dined on 02/22/2013
 2009
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies
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Review 11 for Rox City Grill
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

The service we received from

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"The service we received from our waitress is what kept the overall score a 4 instead of a 3. Considering the price point I expected a bit more from a steak house. Our lobster roll app was one of the best I have ever eaten. We went with the flight of steaks to sample the different preparations. It was cooked perfectly but certainly was nothing more than a B- C+ in terms of taste. The sides, which sounded appealing, were a major disappointment. I really can't say anything bad, but I can't say I will be running back soon. I wanted to ask for salt for my steak, and I assure you I was justified doing so. Go if you want a nice dinner, nice live background music, just don't expect to eat the best steak ever."
Dined on 02/16/2013
 2013
Special Features: neighborhood gem, notable wine list
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Review 12 for Rox City Grill
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

I have a VERY restricted diet

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"I have a VERY restricted diet due to a medical metabolic inborn error. I am not allowed to have any type or form of protein. (I can only eat fruits and vegetables and VERY limited grain.) I always check menus before I go out to eat to see if there is something I can eat and maybe adapt a little. The Rox City grill had a salad that I could do that with so I took my bf for a nice Vday dinner. When I got there I was shocked to see a whole different menu that could not really be altered at all so that I could eat. At first it seemed as though I was SOL but my waiter jotted down the things I COULD eat and the chef put together an amazing meal that met my dietary needs. THANK YOU SO MUCH!"
Dined on 02/14/2013
 2013
Special Features: romantic, special occasion
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Review 13 for Rox City Grill
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

Food and service were very

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"Food and service were very good. We felt slightly over priced. Energetic noise level until the band began playing in the bar area which then became to loud for enjoyable dining."
Dined on 02/09/2013
 2011
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Review 14 for Rox City Grill
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

Service impeccable; tasty food

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"We really enjoyed our food and the service was a level above your standard "nice" restaurant. We started with a lobster bisque which was great. My husband's flight of strip steak was impeccably cooked. My tilapia was much lighter and it was just okay but every side on our two plates were delicious.
There was a large group that was loud and noise carried a bit, even from the tables close by, so it could be distracting. The manager kept paying special attention to the group (perhaps regulars or friends) but we saw her twice and never felt neglected.
The menu has enough choices and portions are substantial. The flavors were interesting without being fancy or strange for "contemporary" sake. We'll be back when we see a change in the menu"
Dined on 02/02/2013
 2008
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion
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Review 15 for Rox City Grill
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

We had a great time with a

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"We had a great time with a group of 7 + 1 toddler. Our server, Donna was knowledgeable, courteous and attentive. Will definitely return! Excellent drinks."
Dined on 01/26/2013
 2013
Special Features: good for groups, neighborhood gem, romantic
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Review 16 for Rox City Grill
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

One of my favorite restaurants

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"One of my favorite restaurants in St.Charles. Good wine list/excellent,friendly service/wonderful atomosphere. Great place for romantic dinner/business meeting/girls night out. Food great."
Dined on 01/22/2013
 2011
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, late-night find, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
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Ratings-Only Reviews for Rox City Grill
Based on the average of (22) ratings-only reviews
Overall 
4 / 5
(Outstanding) 4 / 5
3 out of 5 recommend this product
Food 
4.1 / 5
(Outstanding) 4.1 / 5
Service 
4.4 / 5
(Outstanding) 4.4 / 5
Ambiance 
4.2 / 5
(Outstanding) 4.2 / 5
Noise Level
1.9 / 3
Moderate