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Merrick Inn, Lexington, KY

Merrick Inn

4.7 (4717)
$31 to $50
Contemporary Southern
1074 Merrick Dr, Lexington, KY 40502

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2 people
SunMonTueWedThuFriSat
7:00 PM
Booked 36 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 on 3/28/2025.

View menu on restaurant's website

What 4,717 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
  • 4.6Food
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.4Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

  • Lexington

    Great for brunch

  • Lexington

    Great for outdoor dining

  • Lexington

    Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Merrick Inn offers a delightful Southern dining experience with "great food and service," a "wonderful atmosphere," and "fried chicken never tasted so good." Guests rave about the "beautiful dining experience" and "friendly, attentive staff." The charming ambiance and "fantastic outdoor patio" make it perfect for special occasions or casual gatherings.
4,717 Reviews

  1. Amy VIP

    Louisville25 reviews

    4.0

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 2
    We were seated in a room in the back of the restaurant. We were placed between two large parties. We were a table of 4 on one side a table of 7 and on the other side a table 9. It was very loud and couldn’t hear ourselves talk. There were other tables available right across in the corner where we were sitting that were empty the entire time. The were out of one of there specials. Rest of food was good. I have been coming here for years and was just a bit disappointed this time!

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  2. Dottie VIP

    Louisville3 reviews

    4.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Fried chicken was not as good as in the past-the pieces were small and dry. The corn pudding was also dry. Difficult getting drink refills. Desserts were good.

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  3. Tara

    Indiana6 reviews

    4.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Little pricey but the grid chicken was incredible.

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  4. Deana VIP

    Louisville10 reviews

    3.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 4
    Merrick Inn is one of my favorites, so I made a reservation for Mother's Day. Even though I selected bar seating when I made the reservation, we were seated in a private dining room in the back, which was chilly, and we felt isolated. I later saw on Open Table that Merrick does not reserve the Bar, but we have done so in the past via Open Table and always received our request. If this is a change, then bar seating should not be allowed as a selection option when making a reservation.

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  5. Eric

    Louisville9 reviews

    2.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 4
    Sat there for an hour without anyone checking on us or refilling our drinks.

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  6. Debbie

    Louisville13 reviews

    2.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 1
    My husband took me there for Mother’s Day brunch. They set us at a table in the bar by the back door between the bar and a wall with a high window. We were happy to be there had to ask for a cocktail menu when we ordered our food my husband got a chicken cordon blue,  it was delivered with a little ham and cheese on a bun with no chicken so it had to be sent back, which took a while and my food is sitting there getting cold. We were very disappointed with our service and the food situation.

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  7. Henry

    Unspecified1 review

    5.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    A wonderful restaurant…especially the celebrate something special! The atmosphere, food and service were all outstanding! Thank you Ryan and Ryan for your service and photography!

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  8. Karl

    Chicago1 review

    5.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Our waiter ( Grayson) was just awesome. Very friendly and knowledgeable - his descriptions of the menu items was positively artistic. Wonderful work lace to celebrate our daughter’s graduation from UK as a muse (BSN). Thankyou! - we will be back!

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  9. James h

    Louisville1 review

    5.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We love coming to Merrick good food , the service is great

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  10. Jimmi VIP

    Louisville17 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Beautiful day and outdoor dining experience-the staff were attentive and service was outstanding-food was excellent-my only comment for consideration is to make it clear the halibut will be served drenched in butter-I was not expecting this and would not have ordered had I known-I was not looking for such a high fat meal but of course it tasted great-should let people know this in advance

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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 4717 OpenTable diners.

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

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Booked 36 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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