Merry Go Round Restaurant
2101 N Fares Ave, Evansville
(812) 423-6388
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2101 N Fares Ave, Evansville
(812) 423-6388
Food was good and restaurant was clean. Server was very nice and helpful. Good value for the price. Would eat there again.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 5
Down to earth good easy dining great food
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Some of my earliest childhood memories are of going to Merry Go Round with my grandparents, where we were always treated with the kind of warmth and hospitality you never forget. I can still remember getting lost in the charm of it all — the diner feel that nodded back to its early days, the carousel horses proudly displayed at every angle, and of course, the unforgettable cooking — especially the spaghetti.
Over the years, we made so many memories there. When my grandma passed away three years ago, I found myself thinking of that place often — how special it was to us both. I couldn’t bring myself to go back, not without her. Merry Go Round wasn’t just a restaurant to her — it was a part of her story. She used to tell me how her own mother once worked there. Her loyalty to that little diner kept our family coming back for generations.
Today, I finally gathered the courage to see if the doors were still open — and to my joy, they were. With my children in hand, off we went. Walking through those doors felt like stepping back home. The familiar warmth met us immediately — smiling faces, genuine hospitality, and that same sense of belonging that I remembered so well. The carousel horse still stood proudly in the center of the diner, just as it had years ago.
We sat down, and our sweet server brought the boys applesauce and crackers. It made me smile remembering eating the same as a child. I showed the boys how to dip their crackers in the applesauce, explaining how it was the perfect little palate cleanser before the spaghetti. And when the spaghetti arrived, it looked exactly as I remembered. But the taste — the taste brought me right back to sitting beside my grandparents laughing around the table.
After all these years, they’ve stayed true to who they are — honoring their history. It’s rare to find that kind of authenticity anymore with great food to back it up.
To our wonderful server with mother-like hospitality, and to the kind man who greeted us with a smile and great conversation and a clear love for the restaurant — thank you. My heart is full again. Today, I felt my grandma with me — and through that meal, I got to have a little piece of her once more. I will make sure to not be a stranger again. THANK YOU.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
We always look for little local places like this when we travel. This one didn't disappoint!! Great staff Great food!!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Great spot, awesome food, service has all that southern charm and kindness, love it, will go back!!
I had the Rueben sandwich, it was very tasty, I added fries for an additional $2, and added a soda, comes with a pickle spear. I also added a cherry pie for an additional $3.66. my bill with tip was $23.
Parking: There wasn't a lot of customers, I arrived after 1:30 pm. There was plenty of parking.
Kid-friendliness: There's plenty of kid friendly menu items. There were 4 children with there father.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Rueben and Fries
Been here multiple times and never disappointed. Great food, great service, and probably the best price in town!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Steak and Eggs, Pork Cutlet
Good food great service ate there again this morning nice place
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 5
Pretty good food service gets packed and busy alot but really clen though ! & nice environment!
Parking: Gets really packed and the parking gets caasas
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 4
Recommended dishes: House Side Salad, Dilly Burger Combo
Upon arriving, I was a little nervous to go in. BUT the food was SOOO good and the service was good. It was pretty busy!
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 4
Quick service, waitress was friendly and kept our cups filled
Kid-friendliness: They adore kids
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Rueben and Fries
Restaurantji Recommends
We had a great breakfast, really get your money's worth. The server was very courteous and sweet. We will definitely go back
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Sausage Gravy, Breakfast Special
A great place, fast service.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Cherry Cobbler, Spaghetti Garlic Bread an Salad, Dilly Burger Combo, Breakfast Special
Great food and cheap.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Cherry Cobbler, Bacon Barbeque Cheeseburger and Fries, Spaghetti Garlic Bread an Salad, Scrambled Egg w Diced Ham, Dilly Burger Combo, Breakfast Special
Incredible food- great service- great prices
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Want a piece of local history with your strawberry pie? Then get yourself to the Merry Go Round. Food is just as good as the people are friendly. Prices can't be beat.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
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