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Merlion Restaurant, Seabrook, TX

Merlion Restaurant

4.8
4.8
1625 Reviews
$31 to $50
Thai

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2 people
22:30
Booked 13 times today
  • Good for special occasions
  • Neighbourhood gem
  • Great for happy hour
You'll be enchanted by this cozy haven nestled in Historic Seabrook - a quaint, yet lavishly appointed Thai destination. The menu offers a culinary tour through Thailand, carefully prepared and executed by Chef Andrew Lobeck, a second-generation virtuoso Thai chef. Expect an impressive wine selection that varies regularly, a lively lounge stocked with a full-bar, and a knowledgeable & friendly staff that will recommend the perfect pairing. The atmosphere is sultry, and an aura of understated elegance prevails. Merlion is a top choice whether you are seeking a romantic dinner for two or for a larger group for a special event.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Fine Dining
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Thai, Fusion / Eclectic
  • Hours of Operation
    Dinner Tue–Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–11:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (281) 385-9975
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Carte Blanche, Diners Club, Discover, JCB, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Executive Chef
    Andrew Lobeck
  • Catering
    We can design any kind of catering menu to fit the customers' needs.
  • Private party facilities
    We have two rooms in our restaurant and can provide private settings.
  • Area
    Kemah / Seabrook
  • Cross Street
    Bryan Ave
  • Parking details
    Private Lot
  • Additional
    Dog Friendly, Gluten-free Options, Outdoor Firepit, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Vegan

What 1,625 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.8
4.8 based on recent ratings
  • 4.9Food
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.6Value

NoiseModerate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Merlion Restaurant offers an "amazing experience" with its "delicious" Thai cuisine, renowned for its "creative" dishes and "excellent" wine list. Guests consistently praise the "fantastic" service, "serene" ambiance, and "attentive" staff. Perfect for date nights or celebrations, Merlion stands out as a top dining destination in Seabrook.

1,625 Reviews
  1. Wade

    Houston

    133 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    133 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We enjoyed a wonderful dinner experience, with excellent service from Katie. The Mixed Tempura appetizer was wonderful, with nice pieces of calamari and shrimp. My Wife loved the Pumpkin Tom Kha soup, which is available with the pumpkin flavor only a limited time. I devoured the Crab Bisque, which is absolutely legendary. The Kang Ped with shrimp has become my favorite main dish. It's absolutely divine. Merlion is more than just a great Thai restaurant; it has a special vibe and atmosphere that exemplify the very best of what Seabrook, TX has to offer. We have been dining here for years, and the staff here have become like family to us. Don't forget to try a wine from their extensive wine list. They have a large selection of wines to suit almost any palate.

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  2. Genie

    Houston

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Very loud in both the bar and dining room, but the food was fabulous as always!

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  3. Thomas

    Houston

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Sat at the bar for happy hour drinks, apps and dinner. Wonderful service and the food was amazing as always!

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  4. Wayne

    Houston

    12 reviews

    4.0

    12 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    Outstanding food and service. Music could be turned down a notch.

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  5. Wade

    Houston

    133 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    133 reviews

    Dined on 9 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    What a wonderful venue for trying some of the best Thai dishes in the Houston area. Our waiter, Jacob, kept us laughing while providing excellent wine service and wonderful dinner suggestions. The bar here serves up some of the best creative Martinis you will find anywhere. The Softshell Crab appetizer with apples served in a wine sauce is amazing. The Merlion Thai Peanut Sauce Curry with shrimp is luscious and full of flavor. If you miss dining at Merlion, you have missed the best of Seabrook.

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  6. Gavin

    Houston

    19 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    19 reviews

    Dined on 8 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Amazing. Always amazing. The food, the service, the atmosphere. Perfect. Every time.

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  7. Scott

    Houston

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on 3 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 5
    The bar area is loud and we happened to have a lively group in the dining room seated next to us. I don't know if they were just loud or having to talk over the music in the bar area. We were finally moved to the other dining room and it was much better. Thank you to Merlion for accommodating us. Also, it's pretty cold in the dining room so ladies just bring a cardigan sweater if you're cold natured.

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  8. Kelly

    Houston

    21 reviews

    5.0

    21 reviews

    Dined on 2 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The food was delicious! Ambiance is great for a date night or celebration. Service was spot-on

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  9. Bridgett Sue

    Hawaii

    21 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    21 reviews

    Dined on 29 October 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Absolutely love this place! Came tonight to celebrate a friends birthday and our server was so accommodating! She was so attentive and gave the birthday girl wonderful treats! We both had a fantastic evening filled with delicious food! Will 100% return again!

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  10. Jeremiah

    Amarillo

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on 27 October 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Best Thia food in all of Houston, you want find a better spot.

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FAQs

Merlion Restaurant offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (281) 385-9975.

Merlion Restaurant is rated 4.8 stars by 1625 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a booking

2 people
22:30
Booked 13 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Merlion Restaurant

1205 Main St, Seabrook, TX 77586

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    Bryan Ave
  • Area
    Kemah / Seabrook
  • Hours of Operation
    Dinner Tue–Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–11:00 pm
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Thai, Fusion / Eclectic
  • Dining style
    Fine Dining
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    Private Lot
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Carte Blanche, Diners Club, Discover, JCB, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Andrew Lobeck
  • Additional
    Dog Friendly, Gluten-free Options, Outdoor Firepit, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Vegan
  • Phone number
    (281) 385-9975
  • Catering
    We can design any kind of catering menu to fit the customers' needs.
  • Private party facilities
    We have two rooms in our restaurant and can provide private settings.
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