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Merrick Inn, Lexington, KY

Merrick Inn

4.7
4.7
4693 Reviews
$31 to $50
Contemporary Southern
1074 Merrick Dr, Lexington, KY 40502

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 55 times today

About this restaurant

  • Good for special occasions
  • Charming
  • Neighborhood 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.

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
  • Neighborhood
    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
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Outdoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Menu

Merrick Inn's menu was last updated 2025-03-28.

View menu on restaurant's website

What 4,693 people are saying

Merrick Inn reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

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
  • 4.8Ambience
  • 4.5Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

  • Lexington

    Great for outdoor dining

  • Lexington

    Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Merrick Inn in Lexington offers a "legendary ambiance" with "excellent food and service," making it a favorite dining spot. Guests praise the "amazing patio," "fantastic brunch," and "fried chicken worth going out of the way for." The staff is noted for being "attentive and friendly," creating memorable experiences.

4,693 Reviews

  1. Matgene

    Louisville5 reviews

    4.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    No real problem with my meal the chop was delicious and they have the best champagne salad dressing I have ever tasted Great service bread basket warm and their peach sangria is wonderful . My only disappointment was the asparagus tough too thick but they have changed their hollandaise sauce no way it was made from “scratch” had to come from a package wrong color no taste! Hope they go back to their original!

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  2. Mike

    Louisville5 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Food was excellent. My favorite restaurant in Lexington!

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  3. J L VIP

    Indiana18 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The lobster, crab and shrimp nachos appetizer was outstanding.

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  4. Brent VIP

    Kansas City10 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Most of our trips to Lexington involved an evening at Merrick Inn. Food is great, bourbon list is huge, old school ambiance. One of our faves.

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  5. Matt

    Orange County6 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Great food and always great staffing. Food and drinks are always top notch.

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  6. Suzanne

    Indiana2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great food! Great atmosphere! Restaurant was overbooked but server was very apologetic and attentive. Even brought the kids fries while they waited on food.

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  7. Michael VIP

    Louisville154 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Just a pleasant brunch with excellent food and service! Well done!

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  8. Stacey

    Nashville4 reviews

    3.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Waited a long time for food to arrive at least 30mins. When food did arrive potatoes and French fries were cold. The scrambled eggs were lukewarm. They did not offer any gluten free options and did not offer or have any non Dairy coffee creamer. It’s Hard for people with food allergies to eat here no options.

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  9. Mark VIP

    Memphis/West TN13 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had a wonderful time having brunch here this past Sunday. We sat at the bar and Matthew could not have been more helpful. He helped me choose a bourbon that complimented our appetizers and another one with my meal. The food was delicious and the restaurant was beautiful.

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  10. Christy VIP

    Louisville13 reviews

    1.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 1
    We were seating at a table out in the middle of the room. It was so loud and awkward. I ordered the chai seed pudding (the only reason I came there). Was told they were out so I just asked for a side of fruit. I was brought a bowl of blueberries and told they were out of the rest of the fruit. This was at 11am on Easter Sunday. How are you already out of things? Never once did a manager come to our table or give us any compensation for the inconvenience. Service was very very slow. They ruined what was supposed to be a nice Easter brunch. We will never be back.

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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 4693 OpenTable diners.

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

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Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 55 times today
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.
  • Neighborhood
    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
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Outdoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • 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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