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Merrill's on the Waterfront, New Bedford, MA

Merrill's on the Waterfront

4.1
4.1
339 Reviews
$30 and under
Seafood

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2 people
23:30
Booked 3 times today
  • Great for scenic views
  • Good for groups
  • Charming
Merrill’s is a truly unique harbor-front restaurant that provides each of its guests a front row seat into the country’s most valuable fishing port.

Fresh, local seafood is a staple to Merrill’s dining and banquet menu and matches the atmosphere of the open harbor.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Seafood, American, Fish
  • Hours of Operation
    Tue–Thu 4:00 pm–8:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–9:00 pm Sun 10:30 am–2:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (508) 997-7010
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress

What 339 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.1
4.1 based on recent ratings
  • 4.1Food
  • 4.4Service
  • 4.1Ambience
  • 4Value

NoiseModerate

Diners' Choice Awards

  • Boston Metro South

    Great for brunch

  • Boston Metro South

    Romantic

  • Boston Metro South

    Great for scenic views

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Merrill's on the Waterfront offers "excellent food and service" with a stunning view of New Bedford Harbor. The restaurant is praised for its seafood, especially the "lobster bisque" and Bam Bam Shrimp. While some noise issues during events are noted, the "atmosphere is nice" and the brunch is highly recommended.

339 Reviews
  1. Jon

    Greater Boston

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great food. Friendly staff. Jennifer was awesome.
    Merrill's on the WaterfrontResponded 1 day ago
    Thanks for the 5 star review Jon! We will be sure to share your kind words with Jennifer! Look forward to seeing you again soon!

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  2. Mike

    Greater Boston

    70 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    70 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent food and service at Merrill’s on an extremely busy night!
    Merrill's on the WaterfrontResponded 5 days ago
    Appreciate the review Mike! We look forward to welcoming you back soon!

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  3. Rick

    Greater Boston

    49 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    49 reviews

    Dined on 22 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great visit as always. The lobster quesadilla is the best!
    Merrill's on the WaterfrontResponded 5 days ago
    Thanks for the 5 stars Rick! Look forward to seeing you again soon!

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  4. Jon

    Greater Boston

    1 review

    vip
    1.0

    1 review

    Dined on 17 November 2024

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 2
    The Sunday brunch buffet was really poor and borderline disgusting. It was really giving hotel lobby quality.
    Merrill's on the WaterfrontResponded on 18 November 2024
    Hi Jon, We’re truly sorry to hear about your experience at our Sunday brunch. Your feedback is invaluable, and we’re committed to improving our offerings. We try to have a wide variety from our seafood dish to our Chef carving station. Was there one dish in particular that you did not like? We appreciate you sharing your thoughts, and we look forward to hearing from you. Thank you, Dave General Manager Merrill's on the Waterfront

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  5. Madalene

    Greater Boston

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on 17 November 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Food was very good and Alexis is a great server!!!
    Merrill's on the WaterfrontResponded on 20 November 2024
    Hi Madalene ! Thank you for taking the time to provide us with a review of your experience. I am pleased to hear that our team made your experience pleasant and we look forward to seeing you again soon!

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  6. Patricia

    Greater Boston

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 15 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    It's been awhile since I've dined here at Merrill's I was pleasantly surprised to see that it seemed more upscale than usual. We received a wonderful Bread Basket with corn bread and sliced crusty bread.. My dinner was nicely presented in a metal paella pan instead of the usual large ceramic bowl. And the side of truffle chips was tasty. Our server Jordan was very attentive. Looking forward to our next visit.
    Merrill's on the WaterfrontResponded on 18 November 2024
    Hi Patricia, Thank you for the 5 stars and the review! It’s great to know our updated dining experience and attentive service made a positive impression. We will share your comments with the staff and we look forward to welcoming you back for another delightful meal soon!

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  7. Patricia

    Orange County

    29 reviews

    2.0

    29 reviews

    Dined on 10 November 2024

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 1
    We had dined here preCovid. Menu and vibe was very different. Disappointing menu and drink menu. This was similar to a fish bar experience. Asked for a window seat and got squeezed in between two families. Noisy. Asked for champagne and was served in wine glasses because “there was a party upstairs and they used all the champagne stems.” Champagne was okay. Missed the former experience.
    Merrill's on the WaterfrontResponded on 11 November 2024
    Hi Patricia, We appreciate your feedback and are truly sorry to hear your experience didn't meet your expectations. We do unfortunately only have five tables directly in front of the windows, and I am happy that we were able to get you the window table but apologize for the noise as it does get loud in the restaurant when it fills up on a Saturday night. Your insights highlight areas for improvement and we will be sure to address them. I would love to speak to you a little more about your experience if you have the time. We hope to regain your trust and provide a better visit in the future. Look forward to hearing from you, Dave General Manager Merrill's on the Waterfront dcustadio@lafrancehospitality.co 508-997-7010

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  8. Dale

    Greater Boston

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on 8 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great waiter and food was excellent location was perfect and a great view of the harbor
    Merrill's on the WaterfrontResponded on 11 November 2024
    Thanks, Dale! We appreciate the 5 star review! Your compliments mean a lot to our team. We can’t wait to welcome you back soon!

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  9. Bob

    Greater Boston

    48 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    48 reviews

    Dined on 26 October 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Two parties in other rooms made for a very annoying experience. Even recored the noise to see if it was me. We love this place but have to make sure next time we go ,there are no parties. Even people left because of the noise .Dining room was empty
    Merrill's on the WaterfrontResponded on 29 October 2024
    Thank you for your feedback, Bob. We’re glad you love our place but apologize for the noise during your visit. We strive for a great experience for everyone and will address this with our team to ensure a more peaceful atmosphere in the future. We hope to see you again soon!

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  10. Bryan

    Greater Boston

    27 reviews

    vip
    2.0

    27 reviews

    Dined on 26 October 2024

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 1
    There was a function going on, and all you could hear was the bangining on the ceiling from the dinning room. I would suggest closing the restaurant during functions on second floor. Also there was notable give to the ceiling joists during intense dancing. I would suggest you call in someone to reinforce that ceiling/dance floor.
    Merrill's on the WaterfrontResponded on 29 October 2024
    Hi Bryan, we appreciate your feedback and are sorry to hear about your experience. Your concerns regarding the noise and safety are important to us. We’re reviewing our event policies to enhance guest comfort and overall experience. Thank you again. Dave General Manager Merrill's on the Waterfront

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FAQs

Merrill's on the Waterfront offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (508) 997-7010.

Merrill's on the Waterfront is rated 4.1 stars by 339 OpenTable diners.

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

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2 people
23:30
Booked 3 times today

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Google Map for Merrill's on the Waterfront

36 Homers Wharf, New Bedford, MA 02740-7245

Additional information

  • Area
    New Bedford
  • Hours of Operation
    Tue–Thu 4:00 pm–8:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–9:00 pm Sun 10:30 am–2:00 pm
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Seafood, American, Fish
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Private Lot
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Bar Dining, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Outdoor Firepit, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Vegan
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