The Merit Lakeside Dining & Cocktails
$$ • Fish & Chips, Burgers, Cocktail Bar
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1812 Merit Rd NW, Walker
(218) 836-2062
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We came here looking to try something different and left very unimpressed. I ordered one of the specials which was a 6oz wagyu steak on a crab cake and topped with A shrimp. Yes, a single overcooked rubber version of a shrimp. The steak was ordered medium rare but came medium and although it was very tender, it was just as bland and took some salt and pepper to make it palatable. And the crab cake? I had to literally choke down the one bite I took because it was so horrible. My...read full review
Table for 5 (outside seating). I had the 1/2 rack ribs which were fall off the bone delicious. We also had the coconut shrimp appetizer.. Everyone's food (and adult beverages) was/were excellent.
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| Monday | Closed |
| Tuesday | Closed |
| Wednesday | Closed |
| Thursday | 11AM - 9PM |
| Friday | 11AM - 9PM |
| Saturday | 11AM - 9PM |
| Sunday | 11AM - 9PM |
The Merit Lakeside Dining & Cocktails is a charming restaurant nestled in a cabin rental area, offering a cozy atmosphere with a deck overlooking the serene lake. The restaurant features a game area with various activities and has limited parking space. The service is quick and friendly, and the food is excellent, with highlights including the brisket sandwich, delicious hamburgers, and the best-ever BLT. While the ribs could use a different sauce, the tender meat is a plus. The restaurant also offers a dog-friendly patio with live music, and guests can enjoy playing cornhole while sipping on IPAs. The menu may need more variety, but the overall experience at The Merit Lakeside Dining & Cocktails is one of excellence, providing a memorable dining experience in northern Minnesota.