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Merrill & Houston’s Steak Joint, Beloit, WI

Merrill & Houston’s Steak Joint

4.7
4.7
2245 Reviews
$31 to $50
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2 people
19:00
Booked 44 times today
  • Good for special occasions
  • Great for creative cocktails
  • Good for business meals
With its rustic feel, hardwood floors and abundant photographs capturing historic Beloit, Merrill & Houston’s has branded itself to tell a great story, but, most importantly, its focus is on the classic steakhouse. The highest of quality steaks and seafood with down-to-earth and attentive service make you feel like you are at your best friend’s home.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Steak, Seafood, Steakhouse
  • Hours of Operation
    Bar Mon–Thu, Sun 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–11:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 4:30 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:30 pm–10:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (608) 313-0700
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Executive Chef
    Bobby Walker Jr
  • Private party facilities
    Your night. Done right. Beloit, Wisconsin's most versatile special event venue.
  • Private party contact
    Lori Radean: (608) 368-7610
  • Area
    Beloit
  • Cross Street
    Located at the corner of Pleasant Ave and Public Ave in Beloit, WI
  • Parking details
    Parking is available in Merrill & Houston"s and the Ironworks Hotel's private lot. There is additional parking in the lots adjacent to both the hotel and restaurant; one lot is located to the south end and the other just north.
  • Entertainment
    Live Music Every Friday and Special Occasions such as Valentine"s Day, New Year's Eve.
  • Additional
    Patio/Outdoor Dining
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What 2,245 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.7
4.7 based on recent ratings
  • 4.6Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.4Value

NoiseModerate

Diners' Choice Awards

  • Southern Wisconsin

    Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Merrill & Houston's Steak Joint offers a memorable dining experience with its "exceptional food" and "outstanding service." Diners rave about the perfectly cooked steaks and delightful desserts, like crème brûlée. The atmosphere is charming, making it ideal for special occasions. Despite occasional noise and price concerns, it's a "highly recommended" spot for steak lovers.

2,245 Reviews
  1. Lindsay

    Chicago

    1 review

    2.0

    1 review

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Service was great and food was over priced and not very good. Ordered steak medium and it was burnt and mash potatoes were tasteless.

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  2. DENISE

    Milwaukee

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    You never get a bad meal here. The food is amazing. However some things have slipped over the past few years. The host, Hunter,didn't seem to have a clue. He made us wait 20 min. while he seated others who came in after us even though the restaurant was only 15% full, luckily another host came along and seated us. That made for a bad start. The waitress was excellent but the young man who removed plates and filled water glasses kept reaching across us instead of moving to the side of the table. The soda and iced tea was so watered down that it might as well have been water. The steak and salmon were excellent. Cooked perfectly. The potato both mashed and scalloped were tasty and the brownie ice cream sundae was incredible. Our waitress, Allie(sp) was on top of everything. So, no longer a 5 star but still good.

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  3. Kim

    Indiana

    2 reviews

    4.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    We were a group of 4 fun ladies. We were seated in the back room, which was full. It was loud and difficult to enjoy conversation. There were plenty of tables in the main dining room where we could have been spread out . We had some cruddy weather, and I think they were short staffed, so things moved slowly. Our waitress, Gladys, was friendly and personable. They really need to fix the trap in the bathroom, though. It reeks like sewage....has everytime we've been there. Unacceptable for the high end clientele they're serving.

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  4. Bonnie

    Las Vegas

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on 14 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had a wonderful time. Our steaks were cooked perfectly and the meal was fabulous. Well made cocktails. The banana bread pudding with whiskey caramel sauce was decadent. We celebrated our Anniversary and they gave us a champagne toast and card which was lovely. Our favorite restaurant in the area.
    Merrill & Houston’s Steak JointResponded on 18 December 2024
    Hi Bonnie, It’s great to know that we could make your anniversary celebration special. We truly appreciate you choosing us as your favorite restaurant in the area, and we look forward to welcoming you back for many more memorable meals! Cheers, Kaile Kortner Beverage Operations Manager

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  5. W. Stephen

    Chicago

    134 reviews

    4.0

    134 reviews

    Dined on 10 December 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 2
    Sarah was excellent .Drinks from bar took forever . Acoustics are terrible hard to hear table guests without speaking loud .
    Merrill & Houston’s Steak JointResponded on 18 December 2024
    Hello, Thank you for your feedback! We're so glad Sarah provided excellent service. We apologize for the delay with your drinks and the acoustics, and we’ll certainly take note of your comments. We hope to see you again soon! Cheers, Kaile Kortner Beverage Operations Manager

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  6. Nancy

    VIP

    Chicago

    63 reviews

    4.0

    63 reviews

    Dined on 9 December 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 3
    The food was good. Our server was nice. The pasta was cooked perfectly.
    Merrill & Houston’s Steak JointResponded on 18 December 2024
    Hi Nancy, Thank you for your feedback! We're glad to hear you enjoyed the food and that your server provided good service. We appreciate your comments and look forward to having you back! Cheers, Kaile Kortner Beverage Operations Manager

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  7. kara

    New Orleans

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 8 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Everything was wonderful from the service to the meal. Definitely exceeded our expectations.
    Merrill & Houston’s Steak JointResponded on 18 December 2024
    Hi Kara, Thank you for your kind words! We're thrilled to hear that both the service and meal exceeded your expectations. We look forward to welcoming you back soon! Cheers, Kaile Kortner Beverage Operations Manager

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  8. Casey

    Milwaukee

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 7 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Kenzie took care of us and did a great job.. drinks were great and food was delicious.. service was outstanding! Please tell Kenzie she did a great job.
    Merrill & Houston’s Steak JointResponded on 18 December 2024
    Hi Casey, Thank you for sharing your experience! We're so glad Kenzie provided outstanding service and that you enjoyed the drinks and delicious food. We'll be sure to let her know she did a great job! Looking forward to seeing you again soon. Cheers, Kaile Kortner Beverage Operations Manager

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  9. Patricia

    Chicago

    13 reviews

    5.0

    13 reviews

    Dined on 5 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We go here for special occasions, birthdays and anniversaries. We have always had great service and the food is top notch.
    Merrill & Houston’s Steak JointResponded on 18 December 2024
    Hi Patricia, Thank you for celebrating your special occasions with us! We're happy to hear you've enjoyed excellent service and top-notch food. We look forward to making your next visit just as memorable! Cheers, Kaile Kortner Beverage Operations Manager

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  10. Brian

    Milwaukee

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on 30 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The food and service were exceptional!! Lots to chose from on the menu. I Ironworks was so delicious and my wife had the seafood Alfredo. The martinis were perfect and a good wine selection.
    Merrill & Houston’s Steak JointResponded on 5 December 2024
    Hi Brian, Thank you for your kind words! We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed both the food and service. The Ironworks and seafood Alfredo are great choices, and we're glad the martinis and wine selection hit the mark. We hope to welcome you back soon! Cheers, Kaile Kortner Beverage Operations Manager

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FAQs

Merrill & Houston’s Steak Joint offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (608) 313-0700.

Merrill & Houston’s Steak Joint is rated 4.7 stars by 2245 OpenTable diners.

Merrill & Houston’s Steak Joint does offer gift cards which you can purchase here.

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

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2 people
19:00
Booked 44 times today

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Google Map for Merrill & Houston’s Steak Joint

500 Pleasant Street, Beloit, WI 53511

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    Located at the corner of Pleasant Ave and Public Ave in Beloit, WI
  • Area
    Beloit
  • Hours of Operation
    Bar Mon–Thu, Sun 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–11:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 4:30 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:30 pm–10:00 pm
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Steak, Seafood, Steakhouse
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    Parking is available in Merrill & Houston"s and the Ironworks Hotel's private lot. There is additional parking in the lots adjacent to both the hotel and restaurant; one lot is located to the south end and the other just north.
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Bobby Walker Jr
  • Entertainment
    Live Music Every Friday and Special Occasions such as Valentine"s Day, New Year's Eve.
  • Additional
    Patio/Outdoor Dining
  • Phone number
    (608) 313-0700
  • Private party facilities
    Your night. Done right. Beloit, Wisconsin's most versatile special event venue.
  • Private party contact
    Lori Radean: (608) 368-7610
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