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Merrill & Houston’s Steak Joint, Beloit, WI

Merrill & Houston’s Steak Joint

4.6
4.6
2276 Reviews
$31 to $50
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2 people
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19:00
Booked 22 times today
  • Good for special occasions
  • Charming
  • Great for creative cocktails
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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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Steak, Seafood, Steakhouse
  • Hours of Operation
    Bar Mon–Thu, Sun 16:00–22:00 Fri, Sat 16:00–23:00 Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 16:30–21:00 Fri, Sat 16:30–22:00
  • Phone number
  • 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
  • Area
    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, Takeaway, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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What 2,276 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.6
4.6 based on recent ratings
  • 4.5Food
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.3Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Southern Wisconsin

    Best Overall

  • Southern Wisconsin

    Best Food

  • Southern Wisconsin

    Best Service

  • Southern Wisconsin

    Best Ambience

  • Southern Wisconsin

    Best Value

  • Southern Wisconsin

    Good for groups

  • Southern Wisconsin

    Neighbourhood gem

  • Southern Wisconsin

    Great for fine wines

  • Southern Wisconsin

    Romantic

  • Southern Wisconsin

    Good for special occasions

  • Southern Wisconsin

    Lively

  • Southern Wisconsin

    Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Merrill & Houston's Steak Joint offers a memorable dining experience with "amazing food and excellent service." Guests rave about the "best ribeye steaks" and "phenomenal ambience." The attentive staff, especially servers like Jasmine and Aaron, enhance the experience. Perfect for special occasions, this steakhouse promises a delightful culinary journey.
2,276 Reviews
  1. SANDY

    Milwaukee1 review

    5.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    It was our anniversary and they made it so special for us by a card and a champagne toast! Our server was amazing and the food fantastic. So much I couldnt finish it! Will definitely be back! Thank you Sarah for your great service!!
    Merrill & Houston’s Steak JointResponded 4 days ago
    Hi Sandy, Thank you so much for sharing your special anniversary experience with us! We're so happy to hear that Sarah took great care of you and that you enjoyed your meal. It's always a pleasure to help make those moments memorable. We look forward to welcoming you back soon for another fantastic meal and celebration! Cheers, Kaile Kortner Beverage Operations Manager

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  2. Tim

    Milwaukee2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Food is wonderful but service and having Amy was even better. Truly made it a better experience. She was just amazing
    Merrill & Houston’s Steak JointResponded 4 days ago
    Hi Tim, Thank you for your kind words! We're thrilled you enjoyed the food, but even more so that Amy made your experience extra special. We’ll be sure to pass along your compliments to her. Looking forward to welcoming you back soon! Cheers, Kaile Kortner Beverage Operations Manager

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    Jacksonville1 review

    4.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 3
    Disappointed that a steakhouse would run out of baked potatoes. Overall a delicious dinner priced right for the quality. Looking forward to our next visit.
    Merrill & Houston’s Steak JointResponded 4 days ago
    Hi, Thank you for your feedback! We're glad to hear that overall, you enjoyed your meal and found the quality worth the price. I apologize for the baked potato issue – that’s certainly not the experience we aim to provide. We appreciate your understanding and look forward to making your next visit even better! Cheers, Kaile Kortner Beverage Operations Manager

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  4. Merry

    Milwaukee6 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    It is probably one of the best steak houses in the area. The Works ribeye was wonerful and was $52. The seafood alfredo looked great and I was told it was outstanding. Everything was great. It is upscale and pricy. The only thing I didn't like was, the tables are very close together, pushing back your chair and getting out can be difficult, with 4 tops back to back. 4 of us at that table were crowded. Dishes were removed promptly with many staff walking by and assuring a clean table. Take time and sit at the bar, strike up a conversation with the bartenders, who have been there quite awhile. The bar manager is delightful to chat with he knows his booze. It's always fun to see someone famous there.
    Merrill & Houston’s Steak JointResponded 4 days ago
    Hi Merry, Thank you for your thoughtful review! We're thrilled you enjoyed your meal and appreciated the attentive service from our team. We understand your concern about the table spacing and appreciate your feedback. Glad to hear you had a great time at the bar as well! Our bartenders love connecting with guests and sharing their knowledge. Looking forward to having you back for another wonderful experience! Cheers, Kaile Kortner Beverage Operations Manager

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  5. SANDOR

    Milwaukee4 reviews

    1.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 2
    My wife and I wanted a special date night received one of our worst dinners to date. We started with Oyster rockefellers and as they placed them in front of me I smelled something burned, yes it was the oysters. Most eat them raw so Imagine them cooked to the point they were burnt. Then we had crab cakes, and yes, they were burnt, such a tender food item should never be overcooked. Then the waitress brought us asparagus wrapped in bacon and this time the opposite happened. Raw bacon, and undercooked asparagus. We had several drinks but still couldn't wash the bad taste in our mouth. We paided our $$$$bill and said our Goodbyes
    Merrill & Houston’s Steak JointResponded 4 days ago
    Hi Sandor, I'm so sorry to hear that your date night didn’t meet expectations. That’s definitely not the experience we want for our guests, especially for a special evening out. We appreciate your honest feedback and would love the opportunity to make things right. If you're open to it, please reach out so we can address your concerns directly. I will privately send you my contact information. Cheers, Kaile Kortner Beverage Operations Manager

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  6. Jamie

    Milwaukee1 review

    5.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    My wife and I have driven up from illinois twice now to go to this fantastic restaurant, and we plan on doing so again. This place was perfect for taking the wife out. Great steaks and drink selection. My wife's reaction to the seafood mac and cheese alone will continue to bring us back. Service was never far and always attentive. Safe to say that this is definitely now one of our frequent date night stops.
    Merrill & Houston’s Steak JointResponded 4 days ago
    Hi Jamie, We’re so happy to hear that you and your wife have made us a regular stop! It's great to know that both the steaks and the seafood mac and cheese hit the mark. We truly appreciate you making the trip up from Illinois, and we can’t wait to welcome you both back for many more amazing meals and memorable experiences! Cheers, Kaile Kortner Beverage Operations Manager

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  7. OpenTable Diner

    Chicago1 review

    5.0

    Dined on 21 March 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The whole evening was wonderful. Bourbon old fashions were delicious.

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    New York City1 review

    5.0

    Dined on 21 March 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Amazing food and excellent service! Will definitely be back.
    Merrill & Houston’s Steak JointResponded 4 days ago
    Hi, We love to hear that! Thank you for your kind words, we can't wait to have you back again soon! Cheers, Kaile Kortner Beverage Operations Manager

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  9. Karen

    Milwaukee1 review

    5.0

    Dined on 16 March 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We love this place and will keep going back! The servers are all great and they take great care of my 8 yr old son. The food is great and the French onion soup is the best we have ever had!
    Merrill & Houston’s Steak JointResponded 4 days ago
    Hi Karen, We love hearing this! It’s great to know our team takes such good care of you and your son. We’ll be sure to pass along the kind words, especially about the French onion soup! Looking forward to having you back again soon! Cheers, Kaile Kortner Beverage Operations Manager

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  10. OpenTable Diner

    Milwaukee3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 12 March 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    It was our 18th wedding anniversary and we were greeted and congratulated by at least 3 different people. The Anniversary card and champagne toast was also a very heartwarming touch as well thank you! Our server was fantastic and very attentive to us throughout. Our food was delicious and we brought home enough for another meal. We couldn’t have had asked for a nicer evening.
    Merrill & Houston’s Steak JointResponded on 13 March 2025
    Hi, Thank you for celebrating your 18th anniversary with us! We're so glad our team helped make your evening special, and that you enjoyed the food, service, and thoughtful touches. We truly appreciate your kind words and look forward to welcoming you back for more memorable celebrations! 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 4.6 stars by 2276 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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500 Pleasant Street, Beloit, WI 53511

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    Located at the corner of Pleasant Ave and Public Ave in Beloit, WI
  • Area
    Beloit
  • Hours of Operation
    Bar Mon–Thu, Sun 16:00–22:00 Fri, Sat 16:00–23:00 Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 16:30–21:00 Fri, Sat 16:30–22:00
  • 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, Takeaway, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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