Buckley's Great Steaks

4.7

4581 Reviews

$31 to $50

Steakhouse

Make a reservation

2 people

Dec 24, 2024

8:30 PM

Booked 26 times today

Good for special occasions
Charming
Romantic

Buckley's Great steaks, located in the historic Riddles Tavern, provides a warm New England atmosphere. We offer Midwestern grain-fed beef, char-grilled and prepared with uncompromising quality. We are part of Michael Timothy's Dining Group representing the finest cuisine and hospitality in Southern NH by award winning Chef / Owner Michael and Sarah Buckley.

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Elegant
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Steakhouse, American
Hours of operation
Dinner Tue–Sun 4:00 pm–9:00 pm
Phone number
(603) 424-0995
Website
http://www.buckleysgreatsteaks.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Business Casual
Executive chef
Michael Buckley
Private party facilities
Private dining rooms available in our beautifully restored historic Tavern offering a distinguished setting for your occasion. Our exceptional quality cuisine and our spirit of hospitality will make all your guests feel welcome as we anticipate your every need. We look forward to making your event a success.

Location
438 Daniel Webster Highway, Merrimack, NH 03054
Neighborhood
Merrimack
Cross street
Woodbury St
Parking details
Parking on site
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Indoor Fireplace, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Popular dishes

The Wedge*$10.00
tomato, red onion, bacon, cherry pepper ranch or bleu cheese dressing
Seasonal House Salad*$12.00
Little Leaf lettuce, honey crisp apples, roasted butternut squash, bacon, blue cheese, caramelized onion and maple vinaigrette
The Classic Caesar Salad*$10.00
romaine, house made croutons, classic dressing

Appetizers

Bang Bang Steak Tips$18.00
fried broccoli, crispy steak tips, orange sesame glaze, scallions
Parmesan Truffle Fries$10.00
Hand Dipped Onion Rings$14.00
French Onion Soup$9.00
Crispy Calamari$15.00
cherry pepper ranch
Oysters on the Half Shell*
- ½ Dzn$20.00
Spinach & Artichoke Dip$17.00
seasoned pita chips
Jumbo Shrimp Cocktail*$12.00
Baked Local Oysters$16.00
chorizo, sage butter, herbed crumbs
Ranch Potato Chips$8.00
roasted garlic & chive

Burgers and Sandwiches

Our half pound burgers are ground fresh daily from choice sirloin and tenderloin trimmings. Our sandwiches are served with fries or can be substituted with hand dipped onion rings or sweet potato fries for an additional $4

"Old School" Burger$17.00
American cheese, pickles, yellow mustard, ketchup, red onion
Steakhouse Burger$18.00
house steak sauce, Monterey Jack cheese, cherrywood smoked bacon, crispy fried onion strings
French Dip$18.00
demi baguette, horseradish sour cream, gruyere, au jus
Bacon & Egg Burger$18.00
cherrywood smoked bacon, pepper jack cheese, fried egg
BBQ Burger$18.00
cherrywood smoked bacon, lettuce, tomato, hand dipped onion ring, on a toasted pretzel bun
Gorgonzola Burger$18.00
gorgonzola and caramelized onion jam burger, bacon
Herb Grilled Chicken$17.00
Dunks mushrooms, Swiss cheese, Boursin cheese, lettuce, tomato, on a toasted pretzel bun

House Specialties

Twin Pepper Crusted Petite Filets*$42.00
garlic mashed potatoes, grilled asparagus, one filet topped with béarnaise, one with garlic demi-glace
Buttermilk Chicken Breast*$25.00
pan gravy, garlic mashed potatoes, vegetable of the day
Beef Stroganoff$32.00
Pappardelle, slow braised beef, mushrooms, herbs
Herb Roasted Cod Loin$36.00
garlic and chive hash brown, braised spinach, tomato saffron broth, lobster butter
Steakhouse Bolognese$34.00
pappardelle, tomato sauce, fresh basil, pecorino romano, balsamic reduction
Surf & Turf
8oz filet mignon, mashed potatoes, asparagus, hollandaise sauce, red wine demi-glace
- W/ Baked Crab Stuffed Shrimp (3)$56.00
- W/ 5 oz Butter Poached Lobster$62.00
Pan Roasted Faroe Island Salmon*$33.00
blood orange and Dijon emulsion, roasted fingerling potatoes, carrots, roasted Brussels sprouts
Tavern Meatloaf$25.00
Monterey Jack cheese center, creamy mashed potatoes, vegetable of the day, Madeira mushroom sauce
Tenderloin Tips Steak Frites$34.00
Parmesan truffle fries, arugula, pickled red onions, red wine demi-glace. When available

Great Steaks

All of our beef is Mid-Western grain fed, aged a minimum of 21 days and char-grilled. All of our steaks are hand cut and marinated in-house. If you see a marinated or dry rubbed steak that you would prefer not marinated, please ask your server. Steaks and Prime Rib served with creamy mashed potato and vegetable of the day

Sugar Cured Strip Loin*
roasted garlic demi-glace
- 12 oz$39.00
Filet Mignon*
straight or pepper crusted, red wine demi-glace
- 8 oz$42.00
- 12 oz$49.00
Rib-Eye Steak*
Red wine demi-glace
- 14 oz$42.00
Slow Roasted Prime Rib of Beef*
Served with au jus. When available
- 12 oz$36.00
- 18 oz$43.00
USDA Prime Strip Loin*
served with choice of sauce
- 12 oz$49.00
Cowboy Steak*
red wine demi-glace
- 26 oz$56.00
Pan Blackened Prime Rib*
hollandaise, demi-glace
- 12 oz$37.00
- 18 oz$44.00
12 oz Au Poivre Crusted NY Strip*$43.00
gorgonzola sauce

Sides

Vegetables

Parmesan Crusted Cream Spinach
Asparagus with Hollandaise Sauce
Hand-Dipped Onion Rings
Bacon Green Beans
Garlic Parmesan Crispy Brussels Sprouts
Glazed Carrots with Maple and Sriracha
Pan Roasted Root Vegetables
Mushrooms and Carmelized Onions with Fresh Herbs

Starch

Garlic Mashed Potatoes$7.00
Baked Potato$7.00
Gorgonzola & Bacon Smashed Red Potatoes$9.00
Fries$7.00
Parmesan Truffle Fries$10.00
Sweet Potato Fries$9.00
Homestyle Mac and Cheese$9.00

Additional Sauces

Roasted Garlic Demi-Glace
Red Wine Demi-Glace
Horseradish Sour Cream
Horseradish Demi-Glace
Au-Poivre
Gorgonzola Cream
Hollandaise
Béarnaise

Substitutions

additional charges will be applied when substitutions are made

Sautéed Mushrooms
Asparagus with Hollandaise
Hand-Dipped Onion Rings
Sweet Potato Fries
Gorgonzola & Bacon Smashed Potatoes
Loaded Baked Potato
Parmesan Truffle Fries
Homestyle Mac and Cheese
Side Salad

What 4,581 people are saying

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

4.8Food
4.8Service
4.6Ambience
4.4Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

New Hampshire
Most Booked
Portsmouth and Merrimack Valley
Good for special occasions
Portsmouth and Merrimack Valley
Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Buckley's Great Steaks is a standout dining destination with "amazing steaks" and "excellent service." Guests rave about the "fantastic food," including perfectly cooked surf and turf, and the welcoming, attentive staff. The restaurant's inviting ambiance makes it a "perfect place for special occasions," ensuring every visit is memorable.

4,581 Reviews

M
Mariska
New Hampshire
2 reviews
4.0
2 reviews
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 3
Dining for two. First time at Buckley’s. Was sat at a cramped table in a busy room, someone must’ve ordered oysters nearby, you could smell them. For a $130 bill for two, I don’t think i’d come back. The server was amazing and the drinks were fantastic (will definitely come back for drinks) however I don’t think the food portions/quality was enough for the price and cramped seating. The food was good, not much flavor to the veggies. Don’t think the portions are worth the price as someone who often visits restaurants. Again great service, great drinks. Stay blessed!
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Jeffrey
VIP
Greater Boston
5 reviews
3.0
5 reviews
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 2
Service was slow for some reason. Hope it was just an off night.
Buckley's Great SteaksResponded 2 days ago
Good Evening Jeffrey, Firstly, I would like to thank you for taking the time to leave us this feedback. It is only through feedback such as yours that we are able to maintain, and where necessary, improve upon the service and dishes that we provide to our valued guests. While an apology will not alter the outcome of your experience, I do extend it with sincerity and hope to discuss any shortcomings in further detail. We would love to sort this out! If you don’t mind sending me a phone number or the best way to be in touch, I would love to put our General Manager in direct contact with you to make things right. Sincerely, Buckley's Great Steaks Management
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David
Greater Boston
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Makayla our waitress was outstanding! She was very attentive and polite. One dish was a burger for my sister. My niece ordered the steak tips and I had the twin filets w/ each filet having its own sauce (Bernaise & a Demi-reduction). Everything was so good! The fries were spectacular! Mac n cheese, YUM! My entire dish was exceptional!!! I drove 1.5 hours to have dinner w/ my niece and sister and I plan on coming back, IT WAS THAT GOOD!!! A+++
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GEORGE
VIP
New Hampshire
25 reviews
4.0
25 reviews
Dined 4 days ago
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Buckleys continues to deliver on all levels food and service outstanding,however when you make a reservation, you can see tables open and they make you wait not good!
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RonB
Washington DC
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined 4 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great place in every way!
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Kim
Las Vegas
3 reviews
1.0
3 reviews
Dined 4 days ago
1. Overall 1
2. Food 3
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 1
The restaurant was extremely cold. We first were seated in a room that was extended off of the bar area. We booked our reservation months in advance and we were still seated in a drafty room. And then when we were moved to another room on the 1st floor, we froze during dining. The steaks we ordered were fatty. We enjoyed our service but the entire aspect of being so cold will not bring us back.
Buckley's Great SteaksResponded 3 days ago
Good Afternoon Kim, Thank you for taking the time to leave us this feedback. It is only through feedback such as yours that we are able to maintain, and where necessary, improve upon the service and cuisine that we provide to our valued guests. While an apology will not alter the outcome of your experience, I do extend it with sincerity and hope to discuss your experience in further detail. If you wouldn't mind responding to us here, we would love to put our general manager in touch to work to make things right. Again, our deepest apologies for your experience being anything less than exemplary. We aim to give all of our guests the perfect dining experience, and would love the opportunity to do so for you in the future. Sincerely, Buckley's Great Steaks Management
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Joan
Massachusetts
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 4 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
I love it here.. Great dining experience!! Can’t wait to go back..
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Carol
VIP
Greater Boston
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined 5 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Never a bad meal any of Michael Timothy’s places, especially Buckley’s!!!
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Jim
Greater Boston
7 reviews
4.0
7 reviews
Dined on December 17, 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 3
The service is outstanding. They moved us to a different table. Really went out of their way. Food is really good. The tavern area is full of energy. Too loud and the windows need to be better insulated. They might want to look at some acoustic material to absorb sound of the noise. Overall, though, a really good place.
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Tricia
Greater Boston
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on December 15, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Food and atmosphere are always on point!! Great steaks and great service!!
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FAQs

Buckley's Great Steaks offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (603) 424-0995.

Buckley's Great Steaks is rated 4.7 stars by 4581 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people

Dec 24, 2024

8:30 PM

Booked 26 times today

Order delivery or takeout

438 Daniel Webster Highway, Merrimack, NH 03054

Additional information

Cross street
Woodbury St
Neighborhood
Merrimack
Hours of operation
Dinner Tue–Sun 4:00 pm–9:00 pm
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Steakhouse, American
Dining style
Casual Elegant
Dress code
Business Casual
Parking details
Parking on site
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive chef
Michael Buckley
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Indoor Fireplace, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://www.buckleysgreatsteaks.com/
Phone number
(603) 424-0995
Private party facilities
Private dining rooms available in our beautifully restored historic Tavern offering a distinguished setting for your occasion. Our exceptional quality cuisine and our spirit of hospitality will make all your guests feel welcome as we anticipate your every need. We look forward to making your event a success.

Buckley's Great Steaks

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

Pan Blackened Prime Rib

Filet Mignon

Fries

Salads

The Wedge*$10.00

Seasonal House Salad*$12.00

The Classic Caesar Salad*$10.00

Appetizers

Bang Bang Steak Tips$18.00

Parmesan Truffle Fries$10.00

Hand Dipped Onion Rings$14.00

French Onion Soup$9.00

Crispy Calamari$15.00

Oysters on the Half Shell*

Spinach & Artichoke Dip$17.00

Jumbo Shrimp Cocktail*$12.00

Baked Local Oysters$16.00

Ranch Potato Chips$8.00

Burgers and Sandwiches

"Old School" Burger$17.00

Steakhouse Burger$18.00

French Dip$18.00

Bacon & Egg Burger$18.00

BBQ Burger$18.00

Gorgonzola Burger$18.00

Herb Grilled Chicken$17.00

House Specialties

Twin Pepper Crusted Petite Filets*$42.00

Buttermilk Chicken Breast*$25.00

Beef Stroganoff$32.00

Herb Roasted Cod Loin$36.00

Steakhouse Bolognese$34.00

Surf & Turf

Pan Roasted Faroe Island Salmon*$33.00

Tavern Meatloaf$25.00

Tenderloin Tips Steak Frites$34.00

Great Steaks

Sugar Cured Strip Loin*

Filet Mignon*

Rib-Eye Steak*

Slow Roasted Prime Rib of Beef*

USDA Prime Strip Loin*

Cowboy Steak*

Pan Blackened Prime Rib*

12 oz Au Poivre Crusted NY Strip*$43.00

Sides

Vegetables

Parmesan Crusted Cream Spinach

Asparagus with Hollandaise Sauce

Hand-Dipped Onion Rings

Bacon Green Beans

Garlic Parmesan Crispy Brussels Sprouts

Glazed Carrots with Maple and Sriracha

Pan Roasted Root Vegetables

Mushrooms and Carmelized Onions with Fresh Herbs

Starch

Garlic Mashed Potatoes$7.00

Baked Potato$7.00

Gorgonzola & Bacon Smashed Red Potatoes$9.00

Fries$7.00

Parmesan Truffle Fries$10.00

Sweet Potato Fries$9.00

Homestyle Mac and Cheese$9.00

Additional Sauces

Roasted Garlic Demi-Glace

Red Wine Demi-Glace

Horseradish Sour Cream

Horseradish Demi-Glace

Au-Poivre

Gorgonzola Cream

Hollandaise

Béarnaise

Substitutions

Sautéed Mushrooms

Asparagus with Hollandaise

Hand-Dipped Onion Rings