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Merlo's
Merlo's is a traditional Italian restaurant, located in the just blocks from Ravinia, in Highland Park.
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159 Current Reviews
Summary of Diner Ratings & Reviews
Overall
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Rating Breakdown 159 reviews
5 stars
(52)
4 stars
(73)
3 stars
(18)
2 stars
(12)
1 star
(4)
Food
(Outstanding)
4.1
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
4.1
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
3.5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
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Diners classify this restaurant as:
- neighborhood gem(124)
- fit for foodies(57)
- hot spot(38)
- special occasion(25)
- great for outdoor dining(20)
- kid-friendly(20)
Merlo's Reviews List
Review 1 for Merlo's
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Awese for everything only problem the noise level hard to hear people need a bigger place"
Dined on 6/15/2013
2005
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem, hot spot
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Review 2 for Merlo's
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"the portions are very generous and the food is very good."
Dined on 6/15/2013
2012
Special Features: great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem, hot spot, special occasion
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Review 3 for Merlo's
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Liked It
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Nice variety for lunch. Our waiter was great!"
Dined on 6/10/2013
2012
Special Features: neighborhood gem, great for lunch
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Review 4 for Merlo's
Overall rating
(Poor)
1
/
5
Miserable
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Poor)
1
/
5
Ambiance
(Poor)
1
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"You couldn't hear the waitress nor the other people at our table. Service slow and poor. Food ok."
Dined on 6/08/2013
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Review 5 for Merlo's
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Great traditional Italian bistro
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Can't say enough good things about this find. Great food, great service, intimate neighborhood place. Wait staff attentive & personal. Only negative was the dishwater cappuchino but we mentioned it so it will probably be up to amazing level soon! Highly recommend."
Dined on 6/06/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for outdoor dining, great for brunch, romantic, neighborhood gem, special occasion, kid-friendly
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Review 6 for Merlo's
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"They are very tight and you have to be up for having others on top of you, especially if you get the first table by the door, which we got despite a reservation weeks in advance. However, the food is great and we would go back. You can bring your own wine with a corkage fee and the service was excellent and friendly. We will make a reservation well in advance next time and request a different table in the back or further from the door. But we will go back for sure. I might even order the eggplant milanese again. Loved it!"
Dined on 5/26/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem
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Review 7 for Merlo's
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
One of the better Italian's
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Nana's graver over gluten free pasta was excellent and the pizza Margherita was unusually flavorful. Superb service as well."
Dined on 6/04/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem
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Review 8 for Merlo's
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Inconsistent, training needed
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"The food was interesting, grilled calamari was too salty & peppery. The bus person hovered over my shoulder waiting for people to finish their salad, while they & I were still eating them. On our first visit, neither of these problems occurred."
Dined on 6/02/2013
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Review 9 for Merlo's
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Restaurant was so delicious. It was a little pricey. We were shocked when the bill came and it was $241 before tip. Probably wont go back even though it was excellent. Great waitress. Only problem was that a host came to our table and asked us to pay the bill and leave because they needed our table to push together for a large party that was waiting. It wouldn't have been so bad if he would have offered us a drink or dessert. I already told some of my friends and they said that is a huge turn off and some nerve charging those prices."
Dined on 6/01/2013
Special Features: good for groups, neighborhood gem, hot spot, special occasion
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Review 10 for Merlo's
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"It was hard to talk to people at our table - soooo loud in there. But everyone enjoyed their food - very good. The portions were huge - instead of the oversized portions, they could cut down on the portions and add some side dishes, like some vegetables or salad or pasta."
Dined on 5/28/2013
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Review 11 for Merlo's
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Excellent food and attentive owner.
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"This was our second visit to Merlo's. We brought 3 people who had not been there before. Based on our prior experience, portions are large; sharing is advised. It's clear that the owner wants his guests to be happy- he checks with each table to ensure a good experience. My only criticism is about the noise level- the restaurant could use some accessories to inhibit the noise level. We will be back soon."
Dined on 5/28/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem
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Review 12 for Merlo's
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Outstanding service, good food.
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Nanna's Gravy was excellent, great as leftovers as well. Our cut of pot roast was really fatty though. Artichoke Fritters were my second favorite. Everyone seems to rave about the brussels sprouts. They come with half a lemon and I am glad I didn't squeeze it on the whole dish. I started with my plate and found the capers to be very acidic and the lemon put it way over the edge. Even the ones without lemon were a bit much. We'll be back."
Dined on 5/26/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, great for outdoor dining, romantic, neighborhood gem, hot spot
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Review 13 for Merlo's
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
A Great Date Night!
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"The atmosphere was just what we were looking for on a Friday night, lively, fun and comfortable. The service was great and Nana's Gravy is a must try! We will definitely be back for more!"
Dined on 5/24/2013
Special Features: neighborhood gem
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Review 14 for Merlo's
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Fair)
2
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Liked it better the first time. Both chicken piccata and chicken parm were too bready. Eggplant parm was lighter and had a better taste. Would recommend serving a small side of pasta and decrease size of entree. We had a lot of leftovers. The plate comes filled with two giant slabs of chicken. Wine pricey and limited choices. Is it going downhill?"
Dined on 5/25/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, hot spot
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Review 15 for Merlo's
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
Disappointing Return
Food
(Poor)
1
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Was gifted with a birthday dinner several weeks ago and was impressed with presentation and taste of food. Friday at lunch I didn't feel as if I was in the same place. The skirt steak was not the same cut as other restaurants use and needed seasoning. French fries had no taste [also needed seasoning]. Lava cake was not flowing. Do not recommend."
Dined on 5/24/2013
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Review 16 for Merlo's
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Consistently good
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Service and food are always good at Merlo's. This time we tried one of the appetizer specials. As good as the crab stuffed calamari was, I'm going back to the grilled calamari; love it! Our group had the brussel sprouts for an appetizer as well. Yum! For entrees we had chicken parm, salmon, brick chicken, and a salad. All were very good. It can get a little loud as the restaurant gets more crowded but the service never wanes."
Dined on 5/24/2013
Special Features: great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem
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Review 17 for Merlo's
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Great Restaurant!
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"It was my first time at this restaurant and I would consider it a neighborhood gem. We started out with the artichoke fritters which were outstanding. We also had the brussel sprouts and the brick chicken which both were perfect. You also get a great amount of food! We then had the lava cake--yummy! I thought the wine list was very good as well! I would highly recommend you try this place! You will be back! PS: Outdoor area is so nice and they even have a lounge area!"
Dined on 5/21/2013
Special Features: great for outdoor dining, romantic, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, hot spot
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Review 18 for Merlo's
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise, noise, noise
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"The foodies good! It is close to hoMe! Service is attentive, but the noise level is intolerable. If we were not able to sit outside, we would have left and gone elsewhere. It was my 4th visit there, but probably my last."
Dined on 5/20/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem
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Review 19 for Merlo's
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"service a little too slow. over an hour to get our entrees. sat outside - nice weather, but all you see is the parking lot. Food was very good, large portions. Brussel sprout appetizer delicious."
Dined on 5/20/2013
Special Features: neighborhood gem
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Review 20 for Merlo's
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Great local treasure
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Excellent salads, pizzas. Great service- very attentive."
Dined on 5/19/2013
Special Features: great for outdoor dining, kid-friendly, neighborhood gem
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Review 21 for Merlo's
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"seated promptly. Noise level--difficult to have conversation. Food outstanding. we shared a small salad and couldn't finish it. skirt steak and fries great. Would like them to be here for a long time, but suggest they put in some buffers to soften the noise."
Dined on 5/18/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem, kid-friendly
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Review 22 for Merlo's
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
not a go to place
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Fair)
2
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"food is above average. service is below average and not great attitude, servers and help are seen
on smart phones unattentive. Hostess stand isnt in tune how or where to seat people. May try as takeout.
the cocktails are ridiculously priced. kettle one rocks - $12.00 for smaller than average drink. for the amount
of alchohol for the price...most expensive drink within the area."
on smart phones unattentive. Hostess stand isnt in tune how or where to seat people. May try as takeout.
the cocktails are ridiculously priced. kettle one rocks - $12.00 for smaller than average drink. for the amount
of alchohol for the price...most expensive drink within the area."
Dined on 5/17/2013
Special Features: neighborhood gem
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Review 23 for Merlo's
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Not happy
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Everything was great but not happy when we ordered brick chicken
We do not eat potatoes and What u doing asked for any vegetable
Waitress said it will be $3 we said no thank you but no potatoes
Please she said why we said we don't eat them
I think to charge is not right
Really $3 when we were spending over 50 per person
Love the place but was not happy"
We do not eat potatoes and What u doing asked for any vegetable
Waitress said it will be $3 we said no thank you but no potatoes
Please she said why we said we don't eat them
I think to charge is not right
Really $3 when we were spending over 50 per person
Love the place but was not happy"
Dined on 5/17/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, hot spot
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Review 24 for Merlo's
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Nice neighborhood fine
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"We had a girls night out, shared a salad and a main course. Both were delicious. The portions were very large, we even had left overs!!!! I would recommend this restaurant
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Dined on 5/15/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem
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Review 25 for Merlo's
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Host was not welcoming. Service was slow. Took an hour to get food. Kitchen screwed up a dish and when we reordered waitress said they would have to charge, which they eventually did not. Should not have even been mentioned."
Dined on 5/12/2013
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Review 26 for Merlo's
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Not sure about the appeal of this restaurant. From prior reviews, we expected the waaay more than energetic noise level. However, although the servers and the management were generously attentive, our selections that evening were far less than the mouth happy abbondanza of blended flavors from oils, herbs, and garlic that we crave in traditional Italian cuisine. The grilled calamari itself was jucy and tender, but the sauce it sat in was overwhelmed by lemon. Similarly, the sauce for the mussel entre was peppered beyond reasonable. Bad luck on an off night? Maybe---but all considered, we’ll leave this popular spot to the many would-be diners that we saw being turned away while we were there for their lack of reservations."
Dined on 5/04/2013
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Review 27 for Merlo's
Overall rating
(Poor)
1
/
5
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Poor)
1
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Super sized plates and very cost-effective; however, the noise level will prevent us for ever returning."
Dined on 5/04/2013
Special Features: neighborhood gem
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Review 28 for Merlo's
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Great Food
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"We have eaten here a few times since it has opened and have ordered a variety of different items and I have to say everyone was pleased with what they ordered. The food is very good. I suggest if you want to go on a Saturday night you make a reservation well in advance."
Dined on 5/04/2013
Special Features: good for groups, neighborhood gem, hot spot, special occasion
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Review 29 for Merlo's
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
Just OK
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Fair)
2
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"We enjoy the Ravinia neighhborhood very much and decided to try Merlo's based on ratings as well as newspaper article. We started with the house specialty appetizer, brussel sprouts. We are sprout fans but found them bitter tasting and couldn't finish. They served sprouts that were way too large and should not have been purchased by the restaurant. So much for the raved about specialty..... Go down the street to Abigals for better sprouts! Our server was friendly and was well informed about the daily specials. Our two meals were well priced but tasted just ok. Drinks were too expensive. I am always hoping for a great spot to recommend in Ravinia but unfortunately there is way too much competition in the area for Italian."
Dined on 5/02/2013
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Review 30 for Merlo's
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
The noiselevel was excessive.
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Fair)
2
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"The noiselevel was excessive. We had to speak with a very loud tone to have a conversation with our dinner guest."
Dined on 04/26/2013
2011
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Review 31 for Merlo's
Overall rating
(Poor)
1
/
5
The food was fine, nothing
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Poor)
1
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"The food was fine, nothing exceptional and nothing to make you want to go back. The restaurant was extremely noisy. One entree at our table arrived 10 minutes after all of the others which was awkward for those of us with food sitting in front of us. And the manager was one of the rudest, immature people we have come across. There are so many other restaurants with better food and ambiance that I would not waste my time or money going back"
Dined on 04/26/2013
2008
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Review 32 for Merlo's
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Yum
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"We've been to Merlo's twice now and have really enjoyed it both times. We're looking forward to warmer weather so we can sit outside. Some of our favorite dishes so far have been the gamberetti (shrimp and broccoli over linguini in an aglio olio, the brick chicken, and the mussels. Appetizers not to be missed are the grilled calamari and roasted brussel sprouts. Service is wonderful to a person; everyone there wants to make sure the customers have a positive dining experience. We'll be back- there are so many more dishes we want to try!"
Dined on 04/24/2013
2010
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem, hot spot
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Review 33 for Merlo's
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Good Italian comfort food
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Good Italian comfort food with a fresh brightness."
Dined on 04/20/2013
2010
Special Features: fit for foodies, kid-friendly, neighborhood gem, special occasion, hot spot
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Review 34 for Merlo's
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Merlo's is a Must
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"This Ravinia gem is drawing crowds from all over the metro area. Reservations are a must, even mid-week. Noise level is extreme, but the food and energy is worth it. Nice delicate touch to many Italian favorites. "Nana's Gravy" is a particular favorite of mine and exemplifies the definition of Comfort Food. Good wine list. Chalkboard specials can get slightly pricey, particularly on the seafood and fish items. Portions are generous. Spot-on service which is helpful, informed, and attentive but not rushed. Host John Merlo works the room well while overseeing his thriving operation. Summer outdoor dining is sure to be a hit. Parking in Ravinia is an issue."
Dined on 04/19/2013
2007
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, good for groups, great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, special occasion, great for lunch, hot spot
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Review 35 for Merlo's
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
Hostess was rude. Told us
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Poor)
1
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Hostess was rude. Told us basically that we had an hour to eat as there was another seating. Obviously we had reservations but were 20 min late, however we had called ahead to make sure we were still OK. We were seated at a table that was crowded into a corner where I could not even pull my chair up to put my coat on the back (had to move the table over and back...no help from staff. The server was pleasant and attentive though the food was not outstanding and it was so noisy it was hard to have a conversation...not that were allowed the time, based on our welcome warning.
This was my second visit to this place...needless to say, there won't be a third. So many better places, so little time!"
This was my second visit to this place...needless to say, there won't be a third. So many better places, so little time!"
Dined on 04/13/2013
2007
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Review 36 for Merlo's
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Highlight of the evening was
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Highlight of the evening was two entrees from the evening's specials. Delicious grouper prepared vesuvio style and mussels in a spicy marinara sauce served over pasta. Enjoyed the salad, though overdressed and the order of brussel sprouts was flavorful, but again "overdressed". It is a noisy setting. We were lucky to be seated against an outside wall which made conversation a bit easier."
Dined on 04/12/2013
2008
Special Features: neighborhood gem
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Review 37 for Merlo's
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Food was great. Service was
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Food was great. Service was slow."
Dined on 04/14/2013
2008
Special Features: fit for foodies, kid-friendly, neighborhood gem
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Review 38 for Merlo's
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
We all loved our entrees.
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"We all loved our entrees. The Calamari was wonderful. Our waiter was very attentive and helpful."
Dined on 04/13/2013
2008
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, hot spot
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Review 39 for Merlo's
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Always good food and helpful
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Always good food and helpful staff."
Dined on 04/06/2013
2010
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, neighborhood gem
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Review 40 for Merlo's
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Mixed bag
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Overall disappointing, but I'll heard vwry good things so we'll give it one more chance. Service was very very slow and it was not busy when we arrived for an early Sunday 5.30 reservation. We never got a drink we ordered. Portions very generous, but I thought the chicken Marsala bland. The penne vodka and eggplant parm were quite good though. The cheese pizza we ordered for the kids was so bad the kids wouldn't eat it. Atmosphere is nice and the place has a good energy."
Dined on 03/31/2013
2008
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Review 41 for Merlo's
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
We have been there only a
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"We have been there only a couple of times. The Restaurant is always busy and the foot is outstanding."
Dined on 03/30/2013
2009
Special Features: neighborhood gem, hot spot
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Review 42 for Merlo's
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
food was good. little too
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"food was good. little too oily and salty.
a bit pricey, but portions are good.
would go back because its in neighborhood.
wouldnt make a long trip to go though at this point.
could use a few booths in there, its a little like a cattle car.
service was average.
the host did a great job by accomadating us w/ a better table
and that gave us a good attitude and would return just for that reason.
this place has a chance if it just ups its game a little and if it pours
a "good" drink."
a bit pricey, but portions are good.
would go back because its in neighborhood.
wouldnt make a long trip to go though at this point.
could use a few booths in there, its a little like a cattle car.
service was average.
the host did a great job by accomadating us w/ a better table
and that gave us a good attitude and would return just for that reason.
this place has a chance if it just ups its game a little and if it pours
a "good" drink."
Dined on 03/30/2013
2005
Special Features: neighborhood gem
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Review 43 for Merlo's
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Food was very good. Service
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Food was very good. Service was excellent. Restaurant was very loud!"
Dined on 03/23/2013
2006
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem
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Review 44 for Merlo's
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Super Yummy.
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
"There are pros for this restaurant and a few cons. The food was excellent. We had the Merlo's salad, brick chicken, salmon, and a shrimp pasta. All were wonderful. Our wine choice was very affordable and delicious. We would definitely recommend this restaurant. The cons the restaurant is very noisy on a Saturday night, it was very loud and hard to hear. We also never get our Brussel sprouts delivered and had some problems with overcharges on the bill.In the end we got it all fixed and still feel that we would be back. Just wish they could buffer the Noise level."
Dined on 03/23/2013
2010
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, special occasion, hot spot
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Review 45 for Merlo's
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
very high quality food...meal
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"very high quality food...meal was delicious. Just a little too noisy."
Dined on 03/23/2013
2007
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem
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Review 46 for Merlo's
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Great place!
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Great Italian food! Huge portions! Laid back but really nice atmosphere. Good for kids early."
Dined on 03/22/2013
2007
Special Features: fit for foodies, kid-friendly, neighborhood gem
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Review 47 for Merlo's
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Excellent service and great
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Excellent service and great tasting food!!"
Dined on 03/16/2013
2009
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 48 for Merlo's
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
We requested a quit table
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"We requested a quit table for our anniversary dinner. We were placed in a very small 2 top. We asked for a larger table and were told the 4 tops were for only 4 people. As we ate next to us at 2 separate tables 2 people were seated at 2 of the 4 tops. We were disappointed our request would not be honored."
Dined on 03/21/2013
2006
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Review 49 for Merlo's
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Very noisy and hard to hear
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Very noisy and hard to hear each other when restaurant filled up. Loved it and can't wait to go back!"
Dined on 03/19/2013
2003
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, hot spot
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Review 50 for Merlo's
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
OpenTable Diner
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
Special Features: neighborhood gem
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