Restaurants in Merrillville

“Recently read that owner Sawyer came out as LGBTQ and wanted to throw my support toward him and try a Crumbl cookie for the first time. Am I glad I did. Holy Cow are they good. The quality impeccable..”

“Just finished an early dinner as my first experience with Cajun Crab House. It was outstanding! I had 6 raw oysters along with the Deep Fried Catfish and my son had a Crab Cake appetizer and Shrimp linguine. Some of the best seafood I’ve had in a while. Even better than the food was the service. I have problems with spicy food due to chemo and Ciara, our server, went out of her way to check the spice level of the food I had ordered. Several trips to and from the kitchen and I picked the Catfish…..perfect choice. I have no problem with anything. Was one of the better experiences I’ve had”

“Gamba should have a Michelin Star in my opinion. From the cuisine to the staff this place is top notch. The Gamba family are truly a wonderful and kind hearted family, and is shows in all parts of the service you'll receive!”

“Celebrated a friends birthday there last night and had an amazing dinner! The entrée of braised short ribs melted in my mouth and banoffee pie could not be beat for dessert!”

“Cute interior. The seafood boil was delicious! Drinks were good. It's a little different because you order your food at the bar and pay in advance (good idea actually) but then you get all your own supplies (silverware, straws, and your own waters). So it was truly a different experience but it was overall very pleasant, laid-back, and a nice change of pace.”

“My server Brittany was AMAZING... The chicken crunch egg rolls I HIGHLY recommend...The pear martini with a sugar rim was on point.. I had a choice between the dim room or the half lit room, I chose the half lit because the setting and mood was just right for ot. I'm definitely going back next time to sit at the bar and get myself a flight of martinis. ..”

“Sharon our hostess was outstanding, meal was great! Holly you owe Sharon a steak! We had a great time!!!!;”

“Saw this advertised on the Interstate billboard. So glad we stopped. Filet was perfect as was the service. Would highly recommend this restaurant .”

“A group of us came here for the first time tonight and will definitely be back. Our server Brent did a great job with our party, our food was great and my espresso martini was amazing!”

“Hands down, best dive bar around! 💯🍻”

“The best of them all”

“Awesome atmosphere & great food”

“Great vibes great food and a safe environment to enjoy any celebration 🎉🎉🎉”

“Had never eaten here before attending a memorial lunch for a family member yesterday.Wonderful buffet,many choices-we had perch,beef and roasted chicken.Fresh veggies,good salad,roasted redskins,excellent rolls and very good ice cream for dessert.Table service was excellent,our waitress was friendly and professional,and we did not feel rushed(you know how people linger to chat at gatherings like this) .I highly recommend this venue and will be trying their restaurant again.Also had very clean bathrooms! Located in the Innsbruck Country club.”

“We like the various types of flavors we can get for food here.
The personnel is great at the Merrillville location. They are attentive, and if something is not quite right, they always make it right.”

“Longhorn is great for any occasion. Mine happened to be after a road trip. Steak was good but not excellent, but the mac and cheese is bomb! This location seems to be low in stock for items like certain beverage and sauces…”

“Good service fun atmosphere for the children 😊”

“Mitchell was a very good server, wait time was about 10 minutes to be seated. Good dinner?”

“Everything. Food, Atmosphere, Service. Love it”

“Best jerk in Nwi ❣️ never fails me I love the fried jerk wings”

“When I tell you this is the best barbecue restaurant I have ever tasted the baby back ribs with Mac & cheese green beans corn bread everything was sooo delicious who ever is the chef thank you ..you are truly blessed with your hands I will definitely come back for more”

“A friend recommended Las Jacarandas for great Mexican food in the area. We ordered a ton of items to take out. Was not disappointed whatsoever! Tried an assortment of items (chile relleno dinner, variety of tacos such as beef, fish, steak, pork, chorizo, chicken mole) and everything was excellent! The sides (rice, refried beans) and the sauces were all excellent and better than any other Mexican restaurant. Cannot wait to eat in next time!..This place rocks!!”

“Always had the best experiences in the cat cafe. It’s such a happy and welcoming environment to be in.”

“Best beer in between Treehouse and Monkish.”

“Great food. Fast and always fresh”

“We stopped in for our first time tonight and will definitely be back. They have a full menu or you can visit on Sunday for the buffet. If you're not familiar with Filipino cuisine do go for the buffet, you'll get to try so many delicious dishes!”

“Had a great time with my large family! Super great staff! Thank you to Cindi and Sara! You guys are amazing!!!”

“Excellent food Excellent service Food prices great History of the restaurant so cool Owner very nice 5 minutes iff the highway so worth it”

“I totally recommend this restaurant, very accommodating in many ways, handicap accessible, great parking, staff , food and atmosphere. Alex our server & Alex our Bus Guy was very attentive and did their job 100%🤗 Thank you so much, we will definitely be back 😉👍”

“Place was very clean and personal were really attentive with us. Everything was delicious. Definitely going back to try more things🤤😋”

“Best Ramen in the region hands down! Also delicious hibachi and Boba tea! Would highly recommend!”

“Would definitely recommend this place, especially for vegetarians they have many options, I had the paneer tikka torta with the green salsa, absolutely delicious. Their warm home made salsa and fresh chips were really good too. Great services and ambience.”

“I could only finish half the regular sandwich and some fries because it was such a BIG combo! One of the best Steak Phillys I've had and left very satisfied. Not that I'm an expert, but it was GOOD with all the fixings! I'd go back just for the fries too! 👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻 we were just passing through and stopped just after the lunch rush, the wait for food was reasonable. Would definitely return if in the area again.”

“Ciera was awesome.
The food was great. You could tell that the kitchen staff cared. I would definitely recommend this place for sports fans or just a family night out.
I hope I make it back sometime, maybe tomorrow..”

“They have the best peach cobbler !!! Literally me and my youngest daughter goes all the time!😍 definitely a 10/10”

“01/2026: The main food was delicious, as always. I had the spaghetti and meatballs 🍝 this time. The servers were nice, however, it was impossible for them to bring breadsticks that were not cold and hard. I gave up after 2 requests and just used one as crackers for my soup.”

“Best Gyros in Merrillville! Don't forget the Chilli Cheese Dogs or Pizza Puffs! This is Old School Pirate Food...”

“Walked in today for the first time with no clue what to get. I told him I like sweet chocolate shakes. He asked me a few questions and said I got you. Y’all he made me the most delicious shake I’ve ever had. It was a salted caramel brownie. HIGHLY recommend! Thanks so much!”

“Thank you Nijah! 🙂 Her customer service was superb as well as the manager on duty that handed me my order (I didn’t get to check his name tag). During the busy lunch rush everyone was so kind, with smiles on their faces and kept the lines moving despite just how many people were inside and at the drive through. It’s always a pleasure visiting this location.”

“The BEST sub I've ever had in my life. I enjoyed the number 9. The only downfall I found was its very high in sodium. Please watch this is you have issues in that area. It was over 4,000 sodium intake. I'm currently pregnant and was very swollen days after eating the sub. Other than that it was-- to DIE FOR!”

“I love the food here it is sooooo good 😊 and service is great nice friendly people”

“I go every Wednesday for the 1 pound shrimp and I have to say they are the best tasting shrimp I've had this far. The size of the shrimp are huge with a nice flaky batter that gives a flavorful taste. I have my family going there as well for great tasting seafood!!!”

“The Greek chicken and cheese pies are definitely worth trying”

“Had plant- based and beef sausage corn dogs. Excellent. Really tasty. Highly recommend.”

“I ate here today for the first time. The food was really good and fresh. One of the region's hidden gems for sure.”

“the bartenders are AMAZING!! 😉🥰”

“l love the honeydew melon bubble tea”

“Always enjoy their sandwiches”

“Very nice little family restaurant.”

“Loved the decor. From the owner dn to the staff, everyone was amazing. Food was fresh & delicious. Must try the frozen strawberry margaritas. DJ was playing a mixture of music. Can't wait to go bk.”

“I ate at the Cracker Barrel in Hobart, IN. It is my favorite of all of the CB's I have eaten at. my server was a lady named Sakita. She was amazing! She answered all of my questions and never made me feel rushed. She was attentive and anticipated my needs. The food was great!”

“Service was great , good food and fast :)”

“Tacos were delicious. Did carryout and was quick! Will be back!”

“EXCELLENT thai food prepared with a genuine approach. Visiting the area, and SO glad we experienced "SPICE" today! 5 🌟!!”

“We ordered take out and everything was absolutely delicious. Fresh and well put together, I could use more meat to my liking, however it’s understandable that the meat ratio is not what the dish is about , the food was 10/10 highly recommended.”

“Had the two tiered cake for a birthday party, which was delicious. However, because of the cellophane wrapping collapsing on itself, the frosting was irreparably ruined. it would be wise for the company to invest in boxes to be used to transport such an expensive cake for its customers. No matter the temperature, cellophane wrapping will make contact with icing and look sloppy.”

“era la primera vez que asistímos a tomar un almuerzo y la comida no fue la mejor elección tenía un sabor poco agradable como que se estaba descomponiendo”

“Yea we will be back most definitely first time trying & yea its that people! Great food & excellent service! Will be updating new pics as I try different menu items!”

“Service and food were both fabulous.”

“Had lunch here last week. The service was great. Joyce, one of the waitresses was very attentive to our requests. She was friendly and made sure we were well taken care of. The food was excellent and the restaurant is a really nice place to have a meal. The menu is varied and prices are reasonable. Planning on going again soon.”

“Honestly pretty good gyros! The portions are very big too and do not skip on the sauce or toppings will be back when we are in town’!”

“Great service. We will see you again soon”

“It's in a gas station, but the pizza is thee best! I didn't even want to tell y'all how good it is because they will be busier when I want mine! 🤣”

“Great customer service and the food is amazing!”

“Catfish dinner was perfectly cooked, crispy on the outside and tender on the inside. Still piping hot when I got home. Fries were delicious. A real side of coleslaw, not just a tiny pill cup. My dinner was packaged with care. Even gave me hand wipes, packaged plastic ware and REAL napkins, not flimsy toilet paper squares. First time customers get a free drink. I will definitely return. Very clean.”

“feels like a neighborhood pub should. all are welcome and all enjoy each other's company. no judgement here.”

“The staff is so friendly and gives several free samples. But trust me, Get the honey lemon chicken. You will thank me later. I have never enjoyed a meal so much.”

“We come here often and the food is always fantastic and well stocked. Plus the service is great. Try it you will like it!!!”

“I've bought items for years. Excellent quality and taste. I moved an hour away and it's been years since I've visited. I was sad to see some of my favorite sandwiches no longer on the menu. I ordered another favorite and it was just as delicious as the last time I ordered it.”

“C & J has the best mixed vegetables, fried rice, egg rolls, & sesame chicken. & you can get a meal for a reasonable price. My mother introduced me to this place when I was a little girl. She would get the sweet & sour chicken w/ eggrolls to share with me. Now I've introduced my child to C& J. It still tastes the same. 10/10!”

“I was looking for a close spot to have a cold beer and grab a bite to eat in-between my daughters volleyball games and stumbled upon the gem called R Place. This spot is great! I was told that they have been in business 42 years! WOW, and I can see why. They are very friendly and treat you well. The food is fantastic and the locals are very laid back and make you feel welcome as well. If I was local to the area, this bar would be my base! A throwback feel to the better times, in my opinion. 5 ✨'s! I hope to get a chance to visit again.”

“This is the BEST All natural smoothie place around!! She can customize it anyway you want and always uses the freshest fruits!! This is a must try!!”

“Food is always fantastic, hot and fast! The Karla tacos and Karla quesadilla are my favorite menu items. Have never been disappointed! Keep up the good work.”

“It was my husband's choice, for his birthday lunch today and it was awesome! We'll definitely be going back! 👍”

“My daughter and I picked a random place today, and we ended up here. Definitely didn’t know what to expect, and the menu had so many choice it was hard to decide ( a good thing )!!! The waitress was super helpful and super nice!!! My food was so good! And the portions were enough for leftovers. I will definitely try this place again. 👍”

“The best in fine dining. Bottle service available upon request. The bartenders will double as tax accountants for a fee. Dance floor is better than anything you find in Vegas. Just kidding. None that goes on but you will have fun!”

“The Best Soul Food Restaurant in Merrilville”

“Would love to recognize the outstanding customer service I received tonight. Amanda at customer service helped me every step of the way returning my damaged deep freezer. She had a little 5 year pendant on her name tag if that helps identify her! She took extra steps outside of her job description to ensure I left the club satisfied and happy with my return and repurchase! Thank you so much Amanda!”

“Such incredibly delicious food, American, Latin, and Greek options. Never had a bad experience and their chicken tamales are the best I've ever had from a restaurant”

“I’ve been obsessed with their Chia Oatmeal Pudding Bowl. It’s my favorite. My husband and I have tried a lot of things from this Cafe & they’re all pretty good! The fruits always taste fresh. I use the app to make my order all the time and it’s only about a 15m wait for pick up. I come here almost daily! THANK you for having healthier food options that mention calories with each item. For someone like me who counts calories, it’s super easy to eat here!”

“I grab on the go either when I’m going home or going to work and they always take care of me
The food is fresh and taste as good as it looks highly recommend”

“Definitely 10/10. Nina is just as amazing as her product! This was my First time ordering sea moss and i love it. But i really love the great costumer service!! I Will definitely be ordering again!!”

“It was no waiting upon arrival at the Merrillville location. Haven't been here in years, that you place your own order and seat yourself now. The restaurant is clean and organized. The music plays at a good volume where you can still have a conversation at the table. It was wonderful to be greeted by Tiffany and her son with smiles. To the young lady who frowns bringing the orders, hope she can find a smile. Our food was fresh and hot. The bathroom was smelly upon using to wash my hands before eating. Their was hair on the floor in the first stall. To the guy who sweeps the floor as soon as the customers are done, good job and keep it up. I didn't catch his name. Thank you to the entire team telling us to have a good night as the family left the restaurant.”

“Always a great time and great food and environment.”

“Loveeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeee”

“Best Philly I ever had in my life. These people don’t mess around. Fresh lemonade was good too. Can’t wait to come back and try their tacos and burritos.”

“Hey love you guys! Hooked on the medicine ball tea! Why is everyone out of the teas to make it?? Don’t get it has become my go to drink. I have allergies and sinus issues it soothes my throat and I am addicted but can’t get it anywhere locally. What’s the deal?”

“ordered a 32 piece and were not disappointed! got Nashville hot and santa fe. Nashville wasn't very hot but still tasty. wings were great size and cooked perfectly. so juicy. fries also good. just needed a tad more seasoning. 8 out of 10 will order again!”

“I love the store, and the cupcakes. The people inside are very, very nice, and helpful. They went way above to help us with our order. We will definitely be back.”

“The coffee is great and the staff are so friendly and they makes the perfect cup of coffee”

“My son likes ice-cream. Oreo Blizzard is his personal fav. Strawberry cheese cake is my favorite.”

“Each time I go to Chicago or nearby I’m seeking out Portillo’s. Italian Beef or Polish sausage.”

“They always have what I want and staff is so professional”

“11/7/25
I recently had an absolutely wonderful experience thanks to the barista, Alexis, at this Starbucks location. With my kids constantly changing their minds, ordering can be chaotic, but Alexis was incredibly friendly and patient, never once rushing me. That level of calm and kindness made our visit totally stress-free.
​What truly sets Alexis apart, though, is her amazing attention to detail. While I was waiting, I watched her interact with other customers, and she provided fantastic service for everyone. Best of all, she caught an error on my own order: she noticed I didn't get the foam on my protein drink and immediately made sure it was added. She then double-checked that I had every item in my bag before handing it over.
​Alexis embodies everything I remember and love about Starbucks baristas. The coffee tasted like it was genuinely made with love, and the service was the best I've had anywhere. We love Starbucks, and employees like Alexis (and the fun messages on the cups!) are exactly why we keep coming back. Thank you, Alexis, for making our morning!”

“I have always liked Bob Evans but this particular day there was a young lady there by the name of Shay Davis. She was absolutely wonderful. She was extremely knowledgeable and personable with everyone that she came in contact with. My order was correct, hot and very enjoyable. Because of Ms. Shay I will definitely be back to this location and tell everyone that I know about this location. She should be moved up to General Manager because she definitely knows her stuff.”

“1st. Thk you Mr Steven, (server) 1st & TOPS: 4your great service friendly disposition and always making us feel like a part of the Golden Corral family. We give you thumbs up for always staying on top of your tables and making sure customers & ourselves have our drinks filled to the rim. LOL. Other Servicer’s We have had personally the pleasure to sit in their section & experience. We would love to thank you for your outstanding & warm welcoming service. Thank you Mr Daniel, Patrick, Becky & Vanessa. I’m sure in time we will spread ourselves to the other servers whom are familiar with our faces and welcoming. 2nd: Thumps Up to Victor & Matt for their outstanding performance in the cooking Station. MATT: We call Matt the “Steak Man” Thk you Matt 4 the delicious rightly cooked steak. As well as going above and beyond to satisfy not only myself but other customers with the delicious chicken today. VICTOR: Ensuring your staff in a friendly and professional mannerism that the food trays are filled and staying warm. Thank you for your warm, friendly welcoming us to your Golden Corral also making us feel like part of the family. No matter how busy Victor may be, upon seeing us there goes the wave of the hand “HELLO” Eddie: Never fails to welcome his customers to Golden Corral with the warm friendly smile. As we’ve noticed Eddie jumping in to assist his staff to keep the tables clean (super busy)and customers satisfied. Rubie: (Manager); We need more managers like Ruby, who is not afraid to jump in and get her hands dirty. Rather she’s in the cooking salad section. She’s not afraid to spread herself and/or pick up a broom to sweep. Thank you for your warm welcoming and your friendly positive disposition. And from what we’ve noticed you are ready to hear customers concerns. Sadly to say some customers will say whatever they have to say to get a free meal. Yes, I noticed this with a customer in their body language and their contendence. For what it’s worth: Yes; I have a large corporate of 30+ years of customer service/management experience and now in the counseling area. Thank you, Golden Corral for making us feel like a part of the family and very comfortable, enjoying our food and my delicious salads Last but not least: Bakery section; We’re not sure what her name is possibly “Mrs. Jones”.!!!!! And I apologize for having to describe her: Light-skin woman, wear’s eye glasses. I have to keep my husband away from this section. Her delights are truly a delight to my husband‘s stomach. As fast as she makes them is as fast as they go! She’s a very friendly, warm, welcoming, bakery lady. Love this women. And her section always kept up clean. Thank You - Golden Corral Gus & Nancy”

“I love the Mexican tres leches pancakes. Food was cooked to my satisfaction. Our server was very busy. They need to hire more people it seems.
No complaints”