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Merrick Inn, Lexington, KY

Merrick Inn

4.7
4.7
4571 Reviews
$31 to $50
Contemporary Southern

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2 people
19:00
Booked 40 times today
  • Good for special occasions
  • Charming
  • Neighbourhood gem
If you are attempting to make a reservation with a party size larger than 8, please call the restaurant directly as parties larger than 8 cannot be booked online.
The restaurant is mostly all reservations at this time with the exception of some bar seating. Spacing between reservations is two hours so please be on time, there will likely be another reservation scheduled for two hours after your scheduled time. Reservations will be released 15 minutes past the reservation time if you have not arrived. Thank you for your understanding.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary Southern, Steakhouse, Seafood
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon–Thu, Sun 4:00 pm–9:30 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri–Sun 10:00 am–3:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (859) 269-5417
  • Website
    http://www.themerrickinn.com/
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Catering
    Pricing is $70-$75 per person for a three course meal. Please visit our website's private events page to view these menus and spaces available.
  • Private party facilities
    With rooms accommodating as few 10 persons to as many as 36, Merrick Inn has many different private dining rooms sure to impress even the most discriminating of critics. Let our fine cuisine and abundant Southern hospitality make your next private event a great success. We offer an all-inclusive menu options for our private events.
  • Location
    1074 Merrick Dr, Lexington, KY 40502
  • Area
    Lexington
  • Cross Street
    New Circle Road exit 18, inside Tates Creek Rd, on right.
  • Parking details
    Complimentary valet is available most evenings under the black awning at our restaurants main entrance. Some self-parking spaces and our handicapped entrance can be found at the rear of the restaurant.
  • Public transit
    None
  • Additional
    Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Patio/Outdoor Dining

Menu

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What 4,571 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.7
4.7 based on recent ratings
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.4Value

Noise • Moderate

Diners' Choice Awards

  • Lexington

    Great for outdoor dining

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Merrick Inn is a cherished Lexington gem offering "delicious regional cuisine" in a charming, country club-like setting. Guests rave about its "scrumptious fried chicken" and "exceptional service." The inviting atmosphere and "beautiful patio" make it a perfect spot for any occasion. Notably, "Hunter" and "Sandy" are standout servers.

4,571 Reviews

  1. Gary

    VIP

    Cincinnati

    55 reviews

    4.0

    55 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    Thr food and service was great. Only negative was the noise level. We were in a small room in the back and there was a big table in there and they were very loud. It was hard for me and my wife to even hear each other from across the table.

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  2. Barry

    Louisville

    10 reviews

    4.0

    10 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great spot and the food was exceptional. Only complaint, given the layout, separate large groups from small tables. Given it was New Year’s Eve, we had large groups on either side of us that distracted from the meal.

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  3. Chad

    Cincinnati

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Amazing NYE dinner. Every single item we had was outstanding. Highly recommended

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  4. John

    Louisville

    17 reviews

    5.0

    17 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    As usual, Merrick Inn was superb. The food is always excellent: my Sea Bass the right texture & temperature, my wife’s pasta perfectly cooked… and half boxed ahead of time to eat later. I would have liked to see a split fee for a less expensive New Years Eve option, but was overall well satisfied. The staff, from Valet to servers to manager, was kind and generous. We will be back.

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  5. Mary

    VIP

    Louisville

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Wonderful New Year’s Eve dinner. The food and service were excellent! Lot’s of choices on the pris fixe menu. We’ll plan to do it again next NYE! Thank you!

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  6. Jack

    Louisville

    7 reviews

    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Server was outstanding and attentive on busy New Year’s Eve. Food was delicious and cooked perfectly.As a many decades guests, we were not disappointed 👍

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  7. Michael

    VIP

    Cincinnati

    25 reviews

    5.0

    25 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We went to Merrick's New Year's Eve dinner and it was excellent. Real slow roasted prime rib; not the pre-packaged kind most restaurants get from their supplier. Merrick has a good bar and the service was attentive.

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  8. Allison

    Louisville

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The food was fabulous and the staff was wonderful.

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  9. Cindy

    VIP

    Western NC

    23 reviews

    5.0

    23 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    As always, fantastic food. Our service was impeccable. I’ve always loved the atmosphere here. I’ve been coming for as long as I can remember and have never been disappointed.

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  10. Carol

    VIP

    Louisville

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had an early New Year’s Eve dinner at Merrick Inn. Since it was New Year’s, it was quite crowded so they were busy. We were seated right away as we had a reservation. My husband had the short ribs which he loved. All of the side dishes were scrumptious. I had the halibut which was not outstanding but still good. Our server was the best. I forget her name, but I do remember that she’s from Hazard Kentucky. She was so friendly, knowledgeable about the menu, just very personable, but not in your space. I’m already looking forward to my next dining experience at Merrick Inn.

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FAQs

Merrick Inn offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (859) 269-5417.

Merrick Inn is rated 4.7 stars by 4571 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a booking

2 people
19:00
Booked 40 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Merrick Inn

1074 Merrick Dr, Lexington, KY 40502

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    New Circle Road exit 18, inside Tates Creek Rd, on right.
  • Area
    Lexington
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon–Thu, Sun 4:00 pm–9:30 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri–Sun 10:00 am–3:00 pm
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary Southern, Steakhouse, Seafood
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    Complimentary valet is available most evenings under the black awning at our restaurants main entrance. Some self-parking spaces and our handicapped entrance can be found at the rear of the restaurant.
  • Public transit
    None
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Patio/Outdoor Dining
  • Website
    http://www.themerrickinn.com/
  • Phone number
    (859) 269-5417
  • Catering
    Pricing is $70-$75 per person for a three course meal. Please visit our website's private events page to view these menus and spaces available.
  • Private party facilities
    With rooms accommodating as few 10 persons to as many as 36, Merrick Inn has many different private dining rooms sure to impress even the most discriminating of critics. Let our fine cuisine and abundant Southern hospitality make your next private event a great success. We offer an all-inclusive menu options for our private events.
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