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Google
9.8
Based on 1810 reviews
MediterraneanBoston$$
CAVA
Let me be honest about what this is: a walk-the-line bowl shop on Boylston, not a room you linger in.
date night
1810 reviews
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Eddie Merlot's
Eddie Merlot's is one of the best steakhouse restaurants in Boston for date night, especially if you want a strong option in Boston.
Let's be honest about what Eddie Merlot's is: a chain steakhouse that started in Fort Wayne, Indiana back in 2001 and now parks a 260-seat dining room in the Seaport with floor-to-ceiling windows and a lounge built for closing deals.
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Rating (Google) 9.4
2,028 reviews
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9.4
Rating
Based on 2028 reviews
Best for
date night and cocktail
Price and pace
Splurge territory
Neighborhood
Boston · 505 Congress St, Boston, MA 02210, USA
Price
Splurge territory
Google rating
9.4 from 2,028 reviews
Address
Boston | 505 Congress St, Boston, MA 02210, USA
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What makes Eddie Merlot's worth the move
Eddie Merlot's looks like a good night-out option in Boston because it reads polished without feeling overly formal. It also holds a 9.4 rating across 2,028 Google reviews.
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Public rating
9.4 from 2,028 Google reviews
Best for
date night and cocktail
Style
Steakhouse in Boston
Spend
Splurge territory
Best for
Know before you go
Google rating: 9.4 from 2,028 reviews
Price point: $$$$
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0 diner reviews · reviewed by Carlos Mendez for Eddie Merlot's
Google snapshot
9.4 from 2,028 reviews
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Editorial review by Carlos Mendez
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For now, Eddie Merlot's holds a 9.4 rating across 2,028 Google reviews.
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Plan the visit
Quick details
- Address
- 505 Congress St, Boston, MA 02210, USA
- Price
- $$$$
- TastyPals score
- Coming soon
- Google rating
- 9.4 (2,028 reviews)
- Cuisine
- Steakhouse
- Neighborhood
- Boston
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Frequently asked questions
What cuisine does Eddie Merlot's serve?
Eddie Merlot's is a Steakhouse restaurant located in Boston, Boston. Let's be honest about what Eddie Merlot's is: a chain steakhouse that started in Fort Wayne, Indiana back in 2001 and now parks a 260-seat dining room in the Seaport with floor-to-ceiling windows and a lounge built for closing deals.
What is Eddie Merlot's best for?
Eddie Merlot's is best for cocktail, date night. Eddie Merlot's looks like a good night-out option in Boston because it reads polished without feeling overly formal. It also holds a 9.4 rating across 2,028 Google reviews.
How much does it cost to eat at Eddie Merlot's?
Eddie Merlot's is in the Splurge territory price range ($$$$). Google rating: 9.4 from 2,028 reviews
What should I order at Eddie Merlot's?
Start with Australian Wagyu Ribeye, Filet Mignon, Crab Cakes and Brussels Sprouts with Bacon. These dishes are shown from TastyPals notes or restaurant data on this page.
Is Eddie Merlot's worth visiting?
Eddie Merlot's holds a 9.4 Google rating from 2,028 reviews. Eddie Merlot's looks like a good night-out option in Boston because it reads polished without feeling overly formal. It also holds a 9.4 rating across 2,028 Google reviews.
Where is Eddie Merlot's located?
Eddie Merlot's is located at 505 Congress St, Boston, MA 02210, USA. Directions are available via Google Maps.
Is Eddie Merlot's good for a date night?
Yes — Eddie Merlot's is tagged for date night dining. Eddie Merlot's looks like a good night-out option in Boston because it reads polished without feeling overly formal. It also holds a 9.4 rating across 2,028 Google reviews.
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