Merrill & Houston’s Steak Joint

4.7

2242 Reviews

$31 to $50

Steak

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2 people

Dec 16, 2024

7:00 PM

Booked 32 times today

Good for special occasions
Great for creative cocktails
Charming

With its rustic feel, hardwood floors and abundant photographs capturing historic Beloit, Merrill & Houston’s has branded itself to tell a great story, but, most importantly, its focus is on the classic steakhouse. The highest of quality steaks and seafood with down-to-earth and attentive service make you feel like you are at your best friend’s home.

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Dining style
Casual Elegant
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Steak, Seafood, Steakhouse
Hours of operation
Bar Mon–Thu, Sun 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–11:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 4:30 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:30 pm–10:00 pm
Phone number
(608) 313-0700
Website
http://www.merrillandhoustons.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Smart Casual
Executive chef
Bobby Walker Jr
Private party facilities
Your night. Done right. Beloit, Wisconsin's most versatile special event venue.
Private party contact
Lori Radean: (608) 368-7610

Location
500 Pleasant Street, Beloit, WI 53511
Neighborhood
Beloit
Cross street
Located at the corner of Pleasant Ave and Public Ave in Beloit, WI
Parking details
Parking is available in Merrill & Houston"s and the Ironworks Hotel's private lot. There is additional parking in the lots adjacent to both the hotel and restaurant; one lot is located to the south end and the other just north.
Entertainment
Live Music Every Friday and Special Occasions such as Valentine"s Day, New Year's Eve.
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Entertainment, Full Bar, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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Popular dishes

French Onion Soup$8.00
baked with provolone & house croutons
Shrimp de Jonghe$15.00
baked in garlic butter & bread crumbs
Baltimore-Style Crab Cakes$13.00
a coastal delight
Crab Stuffed Mushrooms$13.00
baked in our seasoned sherry butter
Bruschetta$12.00
warm flat bread, olive oil, tomatoes, garlic, fresh basil & mozzarella
Coconut Shrimp$15.00
fried & served with strawberry colada dipping sauce
Siciliano Steak Bites$14.00
Italian breaded strips of rib eye served with a sriracha aioli
Feta & Artichoke$15.00
Creamy blend of feta, artichoke, & spinach, served with fried pita points
Fried Calamari Rings$17.00
fried to perfection & served with marinara sauce
Oysters Rockefeller$19.00
house baked with parmesan, spinach and bacon

Signature Cuts

The Ironworks$52.00
house cut rib eye with "the works" topping - 14oz
Center Cut Tenderloin Filet$50.00
most tender of all the cuts - 8oz
New York Strip$47.00
full of flavor & neatly trimmed - 14oz
Rib Eye$48.00
most juicy, most flavorful, most marbled and most popular - 18oz
Porterhouse$54.00
the king of steaks & the steak of kings - 22oz

Smaller Cuts

The Manhattan Steak$36.00
a little New York - 7oz
Top Sirloin$32.00
most flavorful of the sirloin cuts - 8oz
Petite Filet of Beef$41.00
your classic center cut filet - 6oz

Add-Ons

The Works$16.00
shrimp, scallop & lobster meat blended with buttery breadcrumbs
Oscar Style$10.00
crab, asparagus & béarnaise
Add a Cake$8.00
top it with a crab cake!
Sautéed Mushrooms$3.00
Cognac Peppercorn$5.00
Bordelaise$5.00
Béarnaise$5.00
Bleu Cheese Encrusted$5.00
Three Grilled Shrimp$12.00

House Specialties

Chicken Carbonara$29.00
linguine tossed in a creamy carbonara sauce with bacon & peas
Farm Raised Atlantic Salmon$33.00
grilled, served with a lemon beurre blanc
Seafood Alfredo$46.00
lobster, shrimp and scallops in a rich alfredo sauce over pasta
Shrimp Scampi$33.00
linguine pasta, white wine, garlic butter, broccoli & tomatoes
Chicken Vesuvio$29.00
served with white wine, lemon, mushrooms & garlic
Wild Mushroom Ravioli$30.00
mushroom stuffed pillows with asparagus & tomatoes sautéed in a basil & garlic butter sauce
French Pork Chop$32.00
bone-in center cut with cognac peppercorn sauce
Surf & Turf
10oz cold water tail and 10oz center cut filet of beef tenderloin - market price
South African Twin Lobster Tails
broiled to perfection & served with drawn butter - market price

Sides

Grilled Asparagus$12.00
Creamed Spinach$11.00
Glazed Carrots $12.00
Bacon Wrapped Asparagus$14.00
Seafood Mac & Cheese$17.00
Parmesan Truffle Fries$13.00

What 2,242 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

4.6Food
4.8Service
4.6Ambience
4.4Value

Noise • Moderate

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Review summary

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Merrill & Houston's Steak Joint offers a memorable dining experience with its "exceptional food" and "outstanding service." Diners rave about the perfectly cooked steaks and delightful desserts, like crème brûlée. The atmosphere is charming, making it ideal for special occasions. Despite occasional noise and price concerns, it's a "highly recommended" spot for steak lovers.

2,242 Reviews

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Bonnie
Las Vegas
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We had a wonderful time. Our steaks were cooked perfectly and the meal was fabulous. Well made cocktails. The banana bread pudding with whiskey caramel sauce was decadent. We celebrated our Anniversary and they gave us a champagne toast and card which was lovely. Our favorite restaurant in the area.
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W. Stephen
Chicago
134 reviews
4.0
134 reviews
Dined 6 days ago
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 2
Sarah was excellent .Drinks from bar took forever . Acoustics are terrible hard to hear table guests without speaking loud .
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Nancy
Chicago
63 reviews
vip
4.0
63 reviews
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 3
The food was good. Our server was nice. The pasta was cooked perfectly.
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kara
New Orleans
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on December 8, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Everything was wonderful from the service to the meal. Definitely exceeded our expectations.
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Casey
Milwaukee
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on December 7, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Kenzie took care of us and did a great job.. drinks were great and food was delicious.. service was outstanding! Please tell Kenzie she did a great job.
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Patricia
Chicago
13 reviews
5.0
13 reviews
Dined on December 5, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We go here for special occasions, birthdays and anniversaries. We have always had great service and the food is top notch.
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Brian
Milwaukee
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on November 30, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The food and service were exceptional!! Lots to chose from on the menu. I Ironworks was so delicious and my wife had the seafood Alfredo. The martinis were perfect and a good wine selection.
Merrill & Houston’s Steak JointResponded on December 5, 2024
Hi Brian, Thank you for your kind words! We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed both the food and service. The Ironworks and seafood Alfredo are great choices, and we're glad the martinis and wine selection hit the mark. We hope to welcome you back soon! Cheers, Kaile Kortner Beverage Operations Manager
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AngieH
Milwaukee
7 reviews
5.0
7 reviews
Dined on November 30, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Our meal was delicious and the service was excellent.
Merrill & Houston’s Steak JointResponded on December 5, 2024
Hi Angie, Thank you for the positive feedback! We're so glad to hear you enjoyed your meal and had excellent service. We hope to see you again soon! Cheers, Kaile Kortner Beverage Operations Manager
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Kelly
Indiana
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on November 28, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We celebrated our Anniversary at M&H and had such a beautiful meal and wonderful service. It is our favorite restaurant to enjoy a steak dinner. Such a beautiful atmosphere, as well. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Merrill & Houston’s Steak JointResponded on December 5, 2024
Hi Kelly, Thank you for choosing Merrill & Houston's to celebrate your anniversary! We're happy to hear you enjoyed the meal, service, and atmosphere. We truly appreciate your kind words and look forward to welcoming you back for more memorable experiences! Cheers, Kaile Kortner Beverage Operations Manager
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Karl
Milwaukee
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on November 24, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
If you don't eat here you are missing out on fantastic Food, Service and overall a Great experience. Staff is impeccable.
Merrill & Houston’s Steak JointResponded on December 5, 2024
Hi Karl, Thank you for the amazing review! We're so glad to hear you had a fantastic experience with both the food and service. We appreciate your kind words and look forward to welcoming you back soon! Cheers, Kaile Kortner Beverage Operations Manager
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FAQs

Merrill & Houston’s Steak Joint offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (608) 313-0700.

Merrill & Houston’s Steak Joint is rated 4.7 stars by 2242 OpenTable diners.

Merrill & Houston’s Steak Joint does offer gift cards which you can purchase here.

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

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2 people

Dec 16, 2024

7:00 PM

Booked 32 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Merrill & Houston’s Steak Joint

500 Pleasant Street, Beloit, WI 53511

Additional information

Cross street
Located at the corner of Pleasant Ave and Public Ave in Beloit, WI
Neighborhood
Beloit
Hours of operation
Bar Mon–Thu, Sun 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–11:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 4:30 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:30 pm–10:00 pm
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Steak, Seafood, Steakhouse
Dining style
Casual Elegant
Dress code
Smart Casual
Parking details
Parking is available in Merrill & Houston"s and the Ironworks Hotel's private lot. There is additional parking in the lots adjacent to both the hotel and restaurant; one lot is located to the south end and the other just north.
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive chef
Bobby Walker Jr
Entertainment
Live Music Every Friday and Special Occasions such as Valentine"s Day, New Year's Eve.
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Entertainment, Full Bar, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://www.merrillandhoustons.com/
Phone number
(608) 313-0700
Private party facilities
Your night. Done right. Beloit, Wisconsin's most versatile special event venue.
Private party contact
Lori Radean: (608) 368-7610

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Merrill & Houston’s Steak Joint

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Private dining

Additional information

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New York Strip

Porterhouse

Top Sirloin

Starters

French Onion Soup$8.00

Shrimp de Jonghe$15.00

Baltimore-Style Crab Cakes$13.00

Crab Stuffed Mushrooms$13.00

Bruschetta$12.00

Coconut Shrimp$15.00

Siciliano Steak Bites$14.00

Feta & Artichoke$15.00

Fried Calamari Rings$17.00

Oysters Rockefeller$19.00

Signature Cuts

The Ironworks$52.00

Center Cut Tenderloin Filet$50.00

New York Strip$47.00

Rib Eye$48.00

Porterhouse$54.00

Smaller Cuts

The Manhattan Steak$36.00

Top Sirloin$32.00

Petite Filet of Beef$41.00

Add-Ons

The Works$16.00

Oscar Style$10.00

Add a Cake$8.00

Sautéed Mushrooms$3.00

Cognac Peppercorn$5.00

Bordelaise$5.00

Béarnaise$5.00

Bleu Cheese Encrusted$5.00

Three Grilled Shrimp$12.00

House Specialties

Chicken Carbonara$29.00

Farm Raised Atlantic Salmon$33.00

Seafood Alfredo$46.00

Shrimp Scampi$33.00

Chicken Vesuvio$29.00

Wild Mushroom Ravioli$30.00

French Pork Chop$32.00

Surf & Turf

South African Twin Lobster Tails

Sides

Grilled Asparagus$12.00

Creamed Spinach$11.00

Glazed Carrots $12.00

Bacon Wrapped Asparagus$14.00

Seafood Mac & Cheese$17.00

Parmesan Truffle Fries$13.00

Overall ratings and reviews

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Does Merrill & Houston’s Steak Joint offer delivery through OpenTable or takeout?

How is Merrill & Houston’s Steak Joint restaurant rated?

Does Merrill & Houston’s Steak Joint offer gift cards?

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Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

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