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About

Eddie Merlot's

Eddie Merlot's offers an upscale dining experience featuring prime-aged steaks and fresh seafood in an elegant setting. With plush surroundings, an extensive wine list, and attentive service, it's perfect for couples seeking a sophisticated date night in Columbus's Far North district.

Food quality
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9.25
Service
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8.75
Ambience
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9.10
Value for money
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7.80
Accessibility & Amenities
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8.90
8.86
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Our weighted 10-point scoring system for the best date night dining prioritizes culinary innovation, service excellence, and overall ambience.

We consider factors like ingredient quality, menu creativity, and dining experience sophistication. Our assessment combines expert critiques, diner feedback, and firsthand evaluations.
Scores above 9.00 denote the highest quality, signifying the best date night dining experiences.

Public Review Sentiment

1498
Google reviews
Eddie Merlot's garners praise for its exceptional steaks, attentive service, and upscale ambiance. Patrons consistently highlight the quality of aged steaks and extensive wine selection. While prices are noted as high, most reviewers consider it worthwhile for special occasions.
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Best Times to Visit

Eddie Merlot's

For the most intimate date night experience, couples should visit Tuesday-Thursday between 6-7 PM. Weekend visits are livelier but require advance reservations, especially during peak dinner hours from 6-8 PM.
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Saturdays 7PM - 8PM
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Weekdays 2PM - 4PM
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Category
Fine Dining
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Cuisine
Steakhouse
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Dishes
Beef Wellington
Filet Mignon
Ribeye Steak
Prime Rib
Lobster Tail
Shrimp Cocktail
Crab Cakes
Sea Bass
Bananas Foster
Carrot Cake
Crème Brûlée
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Price
US $50-100
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Features
Fine Dining
Upscale Dining
Craft Cocktails
Exceptional Service
Anniversary Date Night
Romantic Date Night
Private Dining Rooms
Extensive Wine List
Reservations Recommended
Wheelchair Accessible
Happy Hour Specials
Seasonal Menus
Wine Pairings
Group Dining
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Eddie Merlot's
Opening hours
Monday
11:00 AM
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9:00 PM
Tuesday
11:00 AM
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9:00 PM
Wednesday
11:00 AM
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9:00 PM
Thursday
11:00 AM
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9:00 PM
Friday
11:00 AM
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10:00 PM
Saturday
3:00 PM
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10:00 PM
Sunday
3:00 PM
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9:00 PM

How to get there

By Car From I-71, take exit 121 for Polaris Parkway. Head east on Polaris Parkway. The restaurant is located in Polaris Fashion Place on the right side.

By Rideshare Uber and Lyft services are readily available. Set your destination as "Eddie Merlot's" or "1570 Polaris Pkwy" for accurate pickup/dropoff.

By Bus COTA bus line 2 serves Polaris Fashion Place. Exit at the Polaris Fashion Place stop and walk to the restaurant entrance.

Location

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Frequently Asked Questions

   
     

Is there a happy hour and are reservations required?

     
Happy Hour is Monday through Friday from 4:00-6:30 PM. Reservations are recommended but not required, especially for the lounge area.
   
   
     

How much does it cost for one person?

     
Entrees range from $35 (including side and salad) to $99.95 for premium steaks. Average dinner cost per person is $50-100.
   
   
     

Does Eddie Merlot's offer carry-out?

     
Yes, Eddie Merlot's offers both carry-out and dine-in options.
   
 
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