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The Grill Dinner Menu

Steakhouse · Excellence El Carmen

Menu last changed Sep 29, 2026·Checked 7h ago

The current dinner menu at The Grill, the Steakhouse restaurant at Excellence El Carmen in Punta Cana, Dominican Republic, straight from the resort. We check for changes several times a day and update this page whenever the menu changes.

The Grill, the Steakhouse restaurant at Excellence El Carmen
Upcoming Schedule
Open for dinner Tuesday, Thursday, Saturday, Sunday, 6–10 PM

Tonight: 6–10 PM

Also serves

Excellence resorts rotate restaurant schedules often, so open days during your stay may differ.

The Dinner Menu

Consuming raw or undercooked meats, poultry, seafood, shellfish, or eggs may increase your risk of foodborne illness, especially if you have a medical condition. · Prices in USD

Experiences Offered

Wine Pairing

Cold Starters

Shrimp CocktailHGFContains dairy and/or eggs

Horseradish cocktail sauce, lemon wedges, and roasted garlic Dijonnaise

Beef CarpaccioHContains dairy and/or eggs

Pepper crust, cilantro, caramelized onions, and Grana Padano

Hot Starters

Argentinian EmpanadasContains dairy and/or eggsCrafted through artisan ways

beef empanada and spinach and ricotta empanada, served with mesclun salad and lemon vinaigrette

ProvoletaContains dairy and/or eggsSP

grilled provolone cheese with oregano, chili flakes and olive oil, served with toasted crostini

Crab Au GratinContains dairy and/or eggs

gruyère and parmesan mornay, cognac, herb butter, and panko, served with grilled sourdough and charred lemon

Cauliflower Au Gratin (Whole Food Plant-Based)Food Plant-Based option

Plant based cheese & mornay sauce, panko, served with grill sourdough and charred lemon

From Whole Food Plant-Based Menu

Salads

Peach SaladHGFContains dairy and/or eggs

Mixed greens, grilled peach, cherry tomatoes, candied pecans, crumbled goat cheese, fried leek and raspberry vinaigrette

RomaineHContains dairy and/or eggs

Romaine, cherry tomatoes, Parmesan cheese, bacon, garlic croutons, and Roquefort dressing

Romaine (Whole Food Plant-Based)HGFFood Plant-Based option

Romaine, cherry tomatoes, plant base parmesan, dressing

From Whole Food Plant-Based Menu

Soups

Shrimp and Lobster ChowderContains dairy and/or eggs

simmered with tomato and cognac and finished with heavy cream

Potato & Truffle Cream SoupGFContains dairy and/or eggs

Smoked Watermelon Tiradito (Whole Food Plant-Based)

From Whole Food Plant-Based Menu

Smoked Watermelon Tiradito

Caramelized tomatoes, char-grilled chilies, lemon, parsley pesto

From the Grill

Petit Filet Teres MajorHGF
PicanhaHGF
NY StriploinHGF
Beef TenderloinHGF
RibeyeHGF
Salmon FilletHGF
Portobello Steak (Whole Food Plant-Based)HGFFood Plant-Based option

Grilled portobello marinated in garlic and rosemary, served with grilled broccoli and mashed potatoes

From Whole Food Plant-Based Menu

House Specials

Braised Short RibGFContains dairy and/or eggs

short rib slow cooked, garlic mashed potatoes and red wine sauce

Grilled ChickenHGFContains dairy and/or eggs

grilled leg & thigh, garlic mashed potatoes and corn on the cob

Mixed Grill for Two

mixed grill to share with tenderloin, italian sausage, garlic shrimp, chicken breast

Serves two

Sides

BroccoliHGFContains dairy and/or eggs

Sautéed broccoli in herb butter

Garlic Mashed PotatoesGFContains dairy and/or eggs
Mac and CheeseContains dairy and/or eggs
Baked PotatoHGFContains dairy and/or eggs

With sour cream

Truffle and Parmesan FriesContains dairy and/or eggs
Creamed SpinachGFContains dairy and/or eggs

Sauces

Blue CheeseContains dairy and/or eggs
Green PeppercornContains dairy and/or eggs
Mushroom Cream SauceContains dairy and/or eggs

Desserts

Pecan PieContains dairy and/or eggsCrafted through artisan ways

Vanilla ice cream, caramel

Lava Red VelvetContains dairy and/or eggsCrafted through artisan ways

Berries and Cream cheese ice cream

Red Velvet (Whole Food Plant-Based)Food Plant-Based optionCrafted through artisan ways

Eggless red velvet sponge with vanilla plant-based cream and red berry compote

From Whole Food Plant-Based Menu

Wine Pairing

Sommelier's Special Selection - White Wines

Enjoy a delightful pairing of wines in every bite with a handpicked selection by our Sommelier · Prices in USD

Terras Gauda
$60

Albariño, Caiño, Loureiro, Rías Baixas 750 ml

Spain

Ghost Pines
$100

Chardonnay, California 750 ml

United States

Zuccardi Serie A
$55

Torrontes, Salta 750 ml

Argentina

Sommelier's Special Selection - Red Wines

Enjoy a delightful pairing of wines in every bite with a handpicked selection by our Sommelier · Prices in USD

Louis Latour
$70

Pinot Noir, Bourgogne 750 ml

France

Pintia
$155

Tinta de Toro, D.O. Toro 750 ml

Spain

Clos de los Siete
$85

Malbec, Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon, Syrah, Petit Verdot, Cabernet Franc, Mendoza 750 ml

Argentina

Caymus
$255

Cabernet Sauvignon, Napa Valley 750 ml

United States

Legend

HHealthyGFGluten FreeContains dairy and/or eggsContains dairy and/or eggsCrafted through artisan waysCrafted through artisan waysSPSpicyFood Plant-Based optionFood Plant-Based option

Menu items and availability may change without notice. Please speak with your waiter about allergy and preparation options. For real-time info, always check the Excellence app directly.

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Common Questions About The Grill

Can The Grill accommodate food allergies and dietary restrictions?
Yes. Let your waiter know about any allergies or dietary needs when you sit down. The kitchen at The Grill can accommodate most common dietary restrictions. Menu items with dietary tags (vegetarian, gluten-free, etc.) are marked where available.
Do I need to tip at The Grill?
Tipping is not required at The Grill, but it is recommended for great service. If you have questions about tipping etiquette, Alicean is happy to help provide guidance.

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