Merrill's on the Waterfront

Name: Merrill's on the Waterfront
Address: 36 Homers Wharf, New Bedford, MA, United States, 02740-7245
Telephone: (508) 997-7010
Price range: $30 and under
Rating: 4.1

4.1

340 Reviews

$30 and under

Seafood

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2 people

4 Dec 2024

22:30

Booked 3 times today

Great for scenic views
Charming
Good for groups

Merrill’s is a truly unique harbor-front restaurant that provides each of its guests a front row seat into the country’s most valuable fishing port.

Fresh, local seafood is a staple to Merrill’s dining and banquet menu and matches the atmosphere of the open harbor.

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Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Seafood, American, Fish
Hours of Operation
Tue–Thu 16:00–20:00 Fri, Sat 16:00–21:00 Sun 10:30–14:00
Phone number
(508) 997-7010
Website
http://www.merrillswaterfront.com/
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress

Location
36 Homers Wharf, New Bedford, MA 02740-7245
Area
New Bedford
Parking details
Private Lot
Additional
Banquet, Bar Dining, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Outdoor Firepit, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeaway, Vegan, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Popular dishes

Clam ChowderUS$8.00
House SaladUS$7.00
mixed field greens, tomatoes, carrots, red onion, cucumbers
- Side HouseUS$4.00
Cæsar SaladUS$8.00
romaine hearts, parmesan cheese, housemade croutons
- Side CæsarUS$5.00
Spinach Berry SaladUS$11.00
baby spinach, strawberries, blueberries, feta, pecans, lemon vinaigrette
Wedge SaladUS$10.00
baby iceberg lettuce, diced tomatoes, crisp bacon, crumbled bleu cheese, gorgonzola dressing

Salad Additions

ChickenUS$8.00
ShrimpUS$12.00
SalmonUS$13.00
Beef TipsUS$13.00

Sandwiches

Served on a potato bun with fries & cole slaw. Gluten-Free bun upon request

Cheddar BurgerUS$14.00
angus burger, cheddar, lettuce, tomato, onion
Mediterranean Lamb BurgerUS$16.00
gruyère, crispy shallots, arugula, cherry tomotoes, horseradish aïoli
Cape Cod ReubenUS$15.00
fried cod, Swiss, cole slaw, thousand island dressing
Crispy Fried ChickenUS$16.00
chicken breast with garlic-parmesan sauce

Appetizers

Salt & Vinegar CalamariUS$14.00
fried, then tossed with banana peppers, red onion, jalapeño peppers, cilantro and siracha vinaigrette
Stuffed QuahogsUS$8.00
linguica, local quahogs, herb stuffing
Lobster-Crab CakesUS$16.00
with citrus aïoli
Lobster QuesadillaUS$14.00
cheddar jack, red onion, corn salsa, citrus aïoli
Seared TunaUS$15.00
cracked black pepper, sticky rice; Asian slaw
New England SamplerUS$17.00
clam chowder, stuffed quahog, lobster-crab cake
Wings
sauce choice of: BBQ, buffalo or truffle-honey rosemary glaze
- Bone-In (Gluten-Free)US$16.00
- BonelessUS$12.00
Parmesan Truffle FriesUS$10.00
fine herbs, roasted garlic aïoli

Entrées

most served with choice of two sides

Baked HaddockUS$22.00
seasoned crumbs
Pan-Seared SalmonUS$24.00
with shallot & red wine butter
Fried ScallopsUS$32.00
fries, cole slaw, tartar sauce
Orange-Ginger ScallopsUS$33.00
pan-seared, scallions, orange-ginger sauce
Seafood CasseroleUS$35.00
shrimp, cod, scallops, lobster, lobster cardinal sauce, seafood crumbs
Grilled Steak TipsUS$25.00
caramelized onions, mushrooms, peppers
Beer-Braised Short RibUS$26.00
garlic smashed potatoes, marinated mushrooms, roasted tomato, arugula, natural au jus
Black & Bleu RibeyeUS$35.00
with bleu cheese fondue

Waterfront Favorites

Fish & ChipsUS$20.00
fries, cole slaw, tartar sauce
Frenchy's ZuppaUS$21.00
littlenecks, linguica, onions, tomatoes, pasta, garlic breadstick
Oven Roasted Cod & LittlenecksUS$25.00
linguica, braised kale, white beans, onions & tomatoes
Merrill's Shrimp ScampiUS$25.00
white wine, sautéed garlic, tomatoes, scallions, parmesan; over pasta
Fish TacosUS$19.00
fried haddock, Spanish slaw (cilantro, red onion & carrots), chipotle aïoli
Statler ChickenUS$24.00
pan-seared bone-in chicken breast, fingerling potatoes, root vegetables, herb jus
Spinach & Roasted Garlic TortelloniUS$19.00
topped with a shallot and white wine cream sauce
New Bedford's "Lobstah Roll"US$32.00
chunky tail and claw meat with lettuce on a buttered brioche roll (also available naked with brown butter on a brioche roll)

Sides

à la carte sides $4 each

Vegetable
Cole Slaw
Coconut Rice
French Fries
Curly Fries
Garlic Smashed Potatoes

What 340 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.1

4.1 based on recent ratings

4.1Food
4.4Service
4.1Ambience
4Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

Boston Metro South
Great for brunch
Boston Metro South
Romantic
Boston Metro South
Great for scenic views

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Merrill's on the Waterfront offers a memorable dining experience with a picturesque view of New Bedford harbor. Known for "excellent food and service," the restaurant shines with its brunch offerings and seafood specials. While noise levels can be challenging during events, the friendly staff and "amazing" lobster dishes make it a worthwhile visit.

340 Reviews

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Jon
Greater Boston
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great food. Friendly staff. Jennifer was awesome.
Merrill's on the WaterfrontResponded 6 days ago
Thanks for the 5 star review Jon! We will be sure to share your kind words with Jennifer! Look forward to seeing you again soon!
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Mike
Greater Boston
70 reviews
vip
5.0
70 reviews
Dined on 23 November 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Excellent food and service at Merrill’s on an extremely busy night!
Merrill's on the WaterfrontResponded on 25 November 2024
Appreciate the review Mike! We look forward to welcoming you back soon!
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Michael
Greater Boston
6 reviews
5.0
6 reviews
Dined on 23 November 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
A little noisy but otherwise very good. Food and service were great.
Merrill's on the WaterfrontResponded 3 days ago
Thanks for the awesome review, Michael! We appreciate your feedback about the noise—it's something we're looking to improve. Hope to see you again soon for another great experience!
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Rick
Greater Boston
49 reviews
vip
5.0
49 reviews
Dined on 22 November 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great visit as always. The lobster quesadilla is the best!
Merrill's on the WaterfrontResponded on 25 November 2024
Thanks for the 5 stars Rick! Look forward to seeing you again soon!
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Jon
Greater Boston
1 review
vip
1.0
1 review
Dined on 17 November 2024
1. Overall 1
2. Food 1
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 2
The Sunday brunch buffet was really poor and borderline disgusting. It was really giving hotel lobby quality.
Merrill's on the WaterfrontResponded on 18 November 2024
Hi Jon, We’re truly sorry to hear about your experience at our Sunday brunch. Your feedback is invaluable, and we’re committed to improving our offerings. We try to have a wide variety from our seafood dish to our Chef carving station. Was there one dish in particular that you did not like? We appreciate you sharing your thoughts, and we look forward to hearing from you. Thank you, Dave General Manager Merrill's on the Waterfront
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Madalene
Greater Boston
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on 17 November 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Food was very good and Alexis is a great server!!!
Merrill's on the WaterfrontResponded on 20 November 2024
Hi Madalene ! Thank you for taking the time to provide us with a review of your experience. I am pleased to hear that our team made your experience pleasant and we look forward to seeing you again soon!
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Patricia
Greater Boston
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on 15 November 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
It's been awhile since I've dined here at Merrill's I was pleasantly surprised to see that it seemed more upscale than usual. We received a wonderful Bread Basket with corn bread and sliced crusty bread.. My dinner was nicely presented in a metal paella pan instead of the usual large ceramic bowl. And the side of truffle chips was tasty. Our server Jordan was very attentive. Looking forward to our next visit.
Merrill's on the WaterfrontResponded on 18 November 2024
Hi Patricia, Thank you for the 5 stars and the review! It’s great to know our updated dining experience and attentive service made a positive impression. We will share your comments with the staff and we look forward to welcoming you back for another delightful meal soon!
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Patricia
Orange County
29 reviews
2.0
29 reviews
Dined on 10 November 2024
1. Overall 2
2. Food 2
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 1
We had dined here preCovid. Menu and vibe was very different. Disappointing menu and drink menu. This was similar to a fish bar experience. Asked for a window seat and got squeezed in between two families. Noisy. Asked for champagne and was served in wine glasses because “there was a party upstairs and they used all the champagne stems.” Champagne was okay. Missed the former experience.
Merrill's on the WaterfrontResponded on 11 November 2024
Hi Patricia, We appreciate your feedback and are truly sorry to hear your experience didn't meet your expectations. We do unfortunately only have five tables directly in front of the windows, and I am happy that we were able to get you the window table but apologize for the noise as it does get loud in the restaurant when it fills up on a Saturday night. Your insights highlight areas for improvement and we will be sure to address them. I would love to speak to you a little more about your experience if you have the time. We hope to regain your trust and provide a better visit in the future. Look forward to hearing from you, Dave General Manager Merrill's on the Waterfront dcustadio@lafrancehospitality.co 508-997-7010
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Dale
Greater Boston
6 reviews
5.0
6 reviews
Dined on 8 November 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great waiter and food was excellent location was perfect and a great view of the harbor
Merrill's on the WaterfrontResponded on 11 November 2024
Thanks, Dale! We appreciate the 5 star review! Your compliments mean a lot to our team. We can’t wait to welcome you back soon!
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Bob
Greater Boston
49 reviews
vip
4.0
49 reviews
Dined on 26 October 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Two parties in other rooms made for a very annoying experience. Even recored the noise to see if it was me. We love this place but have to make sure next time we go ,there are no parties. Even people left because of the noise .Dining room was empty
Merrill's on the WaterfrontResponded on 29 October 2024
Thank you for your feedback, Bob. We’re glad you love our place but apologize for the noise during your visit. We strive for a great experience for everyone and will address this with our team to ensure a more peaceful atmosphere in the future. We hope to see you again soon!
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FAQs

Merrill's on the Waterfront offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (508) 997-7010.

Merrill's on the Waterfront is rated 4.1 stars by 340 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a booking

2 people

4 Dec 2024

22:30

Booked 3 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Merrill's on the Waterfront

36 Homers Wharf, New Bedford, MA 02740-7245

Additional information

Area
New Bedford
Hours of Operation
Tue–Thu 16:00–20:00 Fri, Sat 16:00–21:00 Sun 10:30–14:00
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Seafood, American, Fish
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
Private Lot
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Additional
Banquet, Bar Dining, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Outdoor Firepit, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeaway, Vegan, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://www.merrillswaterfront.com/
Phone number
(508) 997-7010

Merrill's on the Waterfront

Make a booking

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

Seafood Casserole

Fried Scallops

Clam Chowder

Raw Bar

Shrimp Cocktail

Local Oysters

Littlenecks

Ocean PlatterUS$36.00

Soup & Salads

Clam ChowderUS$8.00

House SaladUS$7.00

Cæsar SaladUS$8.00

Spinach Berry SaladUS$11.00

Wedge SaladUS$10.00

Salad Additions

ChickenUS$8.00

ShrimpUS$12.00

SalmonUS$13.00

Beef TipsUS$13.00

Sandwiches

Cheddar BurgerUS$14.00

Mediterranean Lamb BurgerUS$16.00

Cape Cod ReubenUS$15.00

Crispy Fried ChickenUS$16.00

Appetizers

Salt & Vinegar CalamariUS$14.00

Stuffed QuahogsUS$8.00

Lobster-Crab CakesUS$16.00

Lobster QuesadillaUS$14.00

Seared TunaUS$15.00

New England SamplerUS$17.00

Wings

Parmesan Truffle FriesUS$10.00

Entrées

Baked HaddockUS$22.00

Pan-Seared SalmonUS$24.00

Fried ScallopsUS$32.00

Orange-Ginger ScallopsUS$33.00

Seafood CasseroleUS$35.00

Grilled Steak TipsUS$25.00

Beer-Braised Short RibUS$26.00

Black & Bleu RibeyeUS$35.00

Waterfront Favorites

Fish & ChipsUS$20.00

Frenchy's ZuppaUS$21.00

Oven Roasted Cod & LittlenecksUS$25.00

Merrill's Shrimp ScampiUS$25.00

Fish TacosUS$19.00

Statler ChickenUS$24.00

Spinach & Roasted Garlic TortelloniUS$19.00

New Bedford's "Lobstah Roll"US$32.00

Sides

Vegetable

Cole Slaw

Coconut Rice

French Fries

Curly Fries

Garlic Smashed Potatoes

Overall ratings and reviews

Loved For

Review summary

FAQs

Does Merrill's on the Waterfront offer delivery through OpenTable or takeout?

How is Merrill's on the Waterfront restaurant rated?

Is Merrill's on the Waterfront currently accepting bookings?

Make a booking

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information