Merrill's on the Waterfront

4.5

361 Reviews

$30 and under

Seafood

Make a reservation

2 people

Mar 1, 2025

7:00 p.m.

Booked 10 times today

Good for special occasions
Good for groups
Charming

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.

We are currently unavailable on OpenTable but please visit our website or call us for more reservation info!

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Seafood, American, Fish
Hours of Operation
Tue–Thu 4:00 pm–8:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–9:00 pm Sun 10:30 am–2:00 pm
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
Neighbourhood
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, Takeout, Vegan, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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 361 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.5

4.5 based on recent ratings

4.5Food
4.6Service
4.4Ambience
4.4Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

Boston Metro South
Great for brunch
Boston Metro South
Good for groups
Boston Metro South
Great for outdoor dining
Boston Metro South
Great for scenic views
Boston Metro South
Good for special occasions

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Merrill's on the Waterfront offers a delightful dining experience with "excellent service" and "amazing food," highlighted by its flavorful steak tips and seafood dishes. Guests enjoy the "great waterfront dining" atmosphere and the attentive staff. Occasional noise from events can be a drawback, yet the overall experience remains positive and inviting.

361 Reviews

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OpenTable Diner
Greater Boston
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 3
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 2
I had called twice to make sure they could do a desert for my boyfriend for his birthday and nothing ever happened ….. that would be my only complaint
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Sandra
Greater Boston
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined 6 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Are Wada was Jordan and he was wonderful.Service and food were excellent! Definitely going back.
Merrill's on the WaterfrontResponded 5 days ago
Thanks for the 5 star review Sandra! We're happy to hear you enjoyed the service and food, especially from Jordan. We can’t wait to welcome you back for another great experience!
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Kristine
Greater Boston
8 reviews
4.0
8 reviews
Dined 6 days ago
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
Everything was good but the food could have been hotter.
Merrill's on the WaterfrontResponded 5 days ago
Thanks for your feedback, Kristine! We're glad you enjoyed your experience. We always aim for perfection, so we will address any improvements with the kitchen. We appreciate your input and hope to see you again soon!
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Elizabeth
San Francisco
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
First time eating here. Stuffed quahog was flavored too buttery. The steak tips were delicious! Stuffed Mozambique Cod was also delicious, spicy ... definitely worth the price. We'll be back! 👍
Merrill's on the WaterfrontResponded 6 days ago
Thanks for the 5 star review Elizabeth! We appreciate your feedback and hope to see you again soon!
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Rick
VIP
Greater Boston
54 reviews
5.0
54 reviews
Dined on February 21, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great food, we are always pleased with the service and exceptional food at Merrill’s! Jennifer does a great job taking care of both the bar and dining area.
Merrill's on the WaterfrontResponded 6 days ago
Thanks, Rick! We’re happy to hear you enjoy the food and service. Jennifer truly shines in her role, and we appreciate your kind words. We look forward to welcoming you back soon for another great experience!
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martin
Greater Boston
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on February 16, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great waterfront dining, with a great view of New Bedford fishing pier and good food.The atmosphere is great and the staff are excellent. My family enjoys dining at Merrill’s.
Merrill's on the WaterfrontResponded on February 20, 2025
Hi Martin, thank you for the fantastic review! We appreciate the 5 stars and the repeat visits! We look forward to welcoming you and your family back for more memorable dining experiences!
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Sceleste
Greater Boston
6 reviews
5.0
6 reviews
Dined on February 16, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Always an awesome tome and food is delicious always!
Merrill's on the WaterfrontResponded on February 17, 2025
Thanks for the 5 star review Sceleste!
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Lisa
New York City
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on February 14, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We enjoyed our Valentines meal. The oysters Rockefeller were outstanding. We also had the Romeo and Juliet filet and lobster. Both were large portions and very flavorful.
Merrill's on the WaterfrontResponded on February 16, 2025
Thanks for the fantastic feedback, and 5 star rating Lisa! We're happy to hear you enjoyed your Valentine's meal! Hope to see you again soon!
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Connie
San Diego
3 reviews
4.0
3 reviews
Dined on February 1, 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 3
Our server was very attentive and friendly. She recommended the winter special sangria which was refreshing. I had the seafood scampi which was flavorful and cooked perfect. My husband had the steak tips which he said were good. We will return.
Merrill's on the WaterfrontResponded on February 6, 2025
Thanks for the review Connie! We appreciate the feedback and hope to see you again soon!
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Julia
New York City
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on January 26, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The service was top notch. Our server was sweet and attentive.
Merrill's on the WaterfrontResponded on January 28, 2025
Hi Julia, Thanks for the 5 star review! We appreciate you coming out and will share your kind words with the staff!
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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 4.5 stars by 361 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people

Mar 1, 2025

7:00 p.m.

Booked 10 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Merrill's on the Waterfront

36 Homers Wharf, New Bedford, MA 02740-7245

Additional information

Neighbourhood
New Bedford
Hours of Operation
Tue–Thu 4:00 pm–8:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–9:00 pm Sun 10:30 am–2:00 pm
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, Takeout, Vegan, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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

Merrill's on the Waterfront

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

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 reservations?

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information