Merrick Inn Restaurant, in Lexington, KY, is the area’s leading restaurant serving Lexington and surrounding areas for over 40 years. We specialize in Southern fare, fresh seasoned vegetables, homemade bread and offer a huge bourbon bar assortment. We now serve brunch Friday, Saturday and Sunday. To satisfy your next craving, stop by Merrick Inn Restaurant in Lexington today!
Romantic spot serving fried chicken & other Southern fare in a manor house with a big covered patio. Based on 934 reviews, the restaurant has received a rating of 4.6 stars. Price $$$
✔️ Dine-in ✔️ Curbside pickup ✔️ No delivery
Address:
1074 Merrick Dr, Lexington, KY 40502
Phone: (859) 269-5417
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Hours
| Saturday | 10 AM–3 PM, 4–11 PM |
| Sunday | 10 AM–3 PM |
| Monday
(Labor Day)
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4–11 PM
Hours might differ
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| Tuesday | 4–11 PM |
| Wednesday | 4–11 PM |
| Thursday | 4–11 PM |
| Friday | 10 AM–3 PM, 4–11 PM |
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Reviews
Emily Ellsworth
I love the Merrick Inn! Such a beautiful, elegant restaurant inside. Wonderful bar! Beautiful and spacious patio with outside bar area as well. The service is always amazing, the food is delicious, and the atmosphere lends itself to a fabulous dining experience. ALL of the food is delicious. I had the salmon tonight and it was cooked perfectly. Will return again soon!
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Jason M
Quality nice dinner out. The people were so really wonderful. They went out of their way to demonstrate great, truly excellent customer service for our large group. Several excellent apps and dishes were had, including prime rib, pork chop, Mediterranean chicken, and walleye! Yes, the walleye was very nice. Good drinks, wedge salad, skewers, and atmosphere.
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Jk Lemay
First time here and we will definitely be back. Thanks to the receptionist for letting us in without a reservation! (my bad). We loved everything we ate. The chicken and waffles were to die for and the biscuits and gravy were so good. We also had some delicious drinks with our brunch.
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Margra Ferrier
We went for brunch. The food was delicious (Grouper Fingers,Fresh Fritatta, Chicken and Waffles, French Toast and West Lex). We also enjoyed the mimosa flight and Bloody Mary. The patio atmosphere was perfect. The service was a bit lacking (had to ask for water and appetizer plates) but, I think the server was new. Overall it was an awesome dining experience and we will be back!
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Lady C
My first time and the food (Salmon meal) was superb! This beautiful place is a hidden gem. The portion sizes were satisfying! Evvie was an awesome waiter with a professional attitude and educated with the menu. We will be back!
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Marsha Richardson
Historic restaurant nestled in a residential area off Tates Creek. Unique choices as well as some traditional comfort food are staples on the menu. Wonderful atmosphere.
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Aubrey Lewis
The patio was the best choice to make for brunch! They have a beautiful patio. The chicken and waffles could not have been better, and the smoked jalapeño bourbon maple syrup WOW!
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Geo CiMedman
Warm friendly old South hospitality. Delicious food choices. Some reasonable, some expensive. Reservations a must, even on weeknights. I got the delicious tenderloins skewers with savory sauce. Cornbread pudding! Both under $20. The bride got the big pork chops. Lots of onions in the sauce. But very tasty underneath! Next time we’ll try the fried chicken. Fine dining!
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Jay Davis
What an enjoyable and enjoyable date night at this Kentucky iconic restaurant. It was our first time dining here, and we blown away by the ambiance, the elegant setting and historical importance of this beautiful former home , now a fine dining establishment. The service was top top notch, our Bourbon Slush was sweet, tantalizing, simply delightful! We had the steak street tacos appetizer and seriously we could of ordered 2 of these and been completely satisfied. They were soooo good! My wife ordered Merrick Inn’s famous fried chicken dinner and I ordered the Angus Center cut (fork tender) steak, we both had sides. The food was top notch; flavorable, tender, fresh and the food temperature was perfect. Our waitress was attentive but not overbearing , and very professional. We had the very fresh and homemade tasting strawberry shortcake for dessert. Overall this was the perfect place for a perfect date night!!
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Bluejay Construction
Great experience! Valet was very nice & our server was also great. It was a larger party on a busy night & we still didn’t have any major issues. They were out of some food options which was disappointing but no big deal.
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