Best restaurant and wine in clear lake. Rad prik is the best on the menu. Went for a birthday dinner and Merlion supplied decorations, champagne, and dessert, all complimentary. The happy hour menu is great value and the service has always been attentive and thoughtful.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 4
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Red Snapper
Wade
A wonderful evening, sampling some of Merlion's best appetizers. We love the Mixed Tempura (with shrimp and calamari), the Crab Bisque, and the Softshell Crab. Katie took great care of us at just the right moments. We also received a warm greeting from Bernice, the restaurant manager. (From dining here for many years, we've come to know almost all of the crew at Merlion.) For a main course, I tried the Kao Pad (fried rice) with crab meat, which was absolutely delicious. My Wife opted for the Pad Thai with sirloin, which she also loved, although she said it was a little dry. This was quickly solved by requesting some soy sauce. Make sure to try one of their many varieties of different flavored Martinis, while visiting. For an elegant dinner in the Bay area, Merlion cannot be beat.
Juan Carlos de la Torre
Best Thai Restaurant in the area, great food, service and atmosphere.
This was our first time here after many recommendations. I set up reservations through Open Table the same day. Bar and table seating were both available so I noted that either would be fine. Received a call from Merlion shortly after asking which I preferred. I waffled so they suggested we start at the bar then move to a table later. Well, we wound up staying at the bar because the bartender was so wonderful. We rdered a reasonably priced bottle of wine and lots of apps- all were delicious, especially the beef satay, dragon fire dumplings, and crab/cream cheese egg rolls. The whole experience was perfect for this middle aged couple needing a place to reconnect while their teenager attended a homecoming dance. We can't wait to go back!
Wade
We enjoyed a fantastic evening dinner here at Merlion once again. Our server Jessica, took great care of us at just the right moments. Try a Champagne Martini while chatting with your partner. I definitely have my favorite dishes here. But everything on the menu is incredible. The attention to detail makes Merlion very special; etched wine glasses, rose petals on the table, personally lit table tops, and real linen tablecloths. This does not go unnoticed; these are details that you don't find practically anywhere else. But the Thai dishes are the real stars; excellent, flavorful, creative, and spicy. We absolutely love it, and Merlion is a stellar standout in Seabrook.
Cherie S
I’ve heard about this place for years so we decided to go for happy hour. It was 1/2 off appetizers so we ordered 4 different one and loved them all….especially the chicken skewer things with peanut sauce and the dumplings. Loved the vibe and met some good people.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Corn Cakes, Dragon Fire Dumplings
We had an amazing time! The most delicious food we've had in a LONG time! Wonderful service and after two years in a row coming to Merlion for my birthday, we have decided to officially made it an annual thing :)
Wade
Beautiful, upscale, sophisticated, personal, innovative, and unique. These are just a few words that perfectly describe Merlion. The drinks are wonderful, the wine list is comprehensive, and the Thai dishes are creative. Katie took excellent care of us, and was attentive at just the right moments. The Crab Bisque is incredible, and the Kang Ped with shrimp was heavenly. The Kan Kun Sapporos with pineapple and chicken was also incredible. We keep trying to guess the ingredients in the Crab Bisque each time we try it; it's just so incredibly delicious. All of the appetizers and main dishes are incredible, and the ambiance is sublime. These are just a few of the many reasons why we keep coming back. Parking fills up fast, so get here early! Special "Thank You" to Brooke, for creating such a wonderful, and special restaurant in Seabrook.
Lizzy Tyron
Special place with super service! Fantastic food, great outside view, and best dirty martini in town!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Nathan Hall
Best Restaurant in clearlake area. Everytime we return, the experience has been Amazing. Recently our server Deliala was so kind, attentive, and just a delight. Thanks for making my wife's birthday a memorable one.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Goat Cheese Thai Salad, Table Setting, Bundt Cake, Seafood, Red Snapper, Merlion Soft Spring Rolls
Katy
Always enjoy Merlion but last night was not so enjoyable. The food as always was delicious, but the wait time between courses was terrible. From start to finish our dinner took 3 hours. Glad we were not in a hurry but still way too long to sit and wait for dinner.
Lovely art on the wall
Nice dim lighting, great service!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Neve a disappointment
Great variety
Great service
Checks every box for every occasion ✅
Dietary restrictions: They offer gluten free options ?
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Table Setting, Green Curry, Seafood, Red Snapper, Suara's Fried Rice, Dragon Fire Dumplings, Merlion Thai Peanut Sauce Curry, Lobster Dumplings
Great food, great service. A favorite for date night or small celebrations.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Red Snapper, Corn Cakes, Merlion Thai Peanut Sauce Curry
Awesome place. Jake C. is a legend
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Merlion Soft Spring Rolls
Best restaurant and wine in clear lake. Rad prik is the best on the menu.
Went for a birthday dinner and Merlion supplied decorations, champagne, and dessert, all complimentary. The happy hour menu is great value and the service has always been attentive and thoughtful.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 4
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Red Snapper
A wonderful evening, sampling some of Merlion's best appetizers. We love the Mixed Tempura (with shrimp and calamari), the Crab Bisque, and the Softshell Crab. Katie took great care of us at just the right moments. We also received a warm greeting from Bernice, the restaurant manager. (From dining here for many years, we've come to know almost all of the crew at Merlion.) For a main course, I tried the Kao Pad (fried rice) with crab meat, which was absolutely delicious. My Wife opted for the Pad Thai with sirloin, which she also loved, although she said it was a little dry. This was quickly solved by requesting some soy sauce. Make sure to try one of their many varieties of different flavored Martinis, while visiting. For an elegant dinner in the Bay area, Merlion cannot be beat.
Best Thai Restaurant in the area, great food, service and atmosphere.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Chicken Tempura, Seafood, Merlion Soft Spring Rolls, Merlion Thai Peanut Sauce Curry
This was our first time here after many recommendations. I set up reservations through Open Table the same day. Bar and table seating were both available so I noted that either would be fine. Received a call from Merlion shortly after asking which I preferred. I waffled so they suggested we start at the bar then move to a table later. Well, we wound up staying at the bar because the bartender was so wonderful. We rdered a reasonably priced bottle of wine and lots of apps- all were delicious, especially the beef satay, dragon fire dumplings, and crab/cream cheese egg rolls. The whole experience was perfect for this middle aged couple needing a place to reconnect while their teenager attended a homecoming dance. We can't wait to go back!
We enjoyed a fantastic evening dinner here at Merlion once again. Our server Jessica, took great care of us at just the right moments. Try a Champagne Martini while chatting with your partner. I definitely have my favorite dishes here. But everything on the menu is incredible. The attention to detail makes Merlion very special; etched wine glasses, rose petals on the table, personally lit table tops, and real linen tablecloths. This does not go unnoticed; these are details that you don't find practically anywhere else. But the Thai dishes are the real stars; excellent, flavorful, creative, and spicy. We absolutely love it, and Merlion is a stellar standout in Seabrook.
I’ve heard about this place for years so we decided to go for happy hour. It was 1/2 off appetizers so we ordered 4 different one and loved them all….especially the chicken skewer things with peanut sauce and the dumplings. Loved the vibe and met some good people.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Corn Cakes, Dragon Fire Dumplings
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We had an amazing time! The most delicious food we've had in a LONG time! Wonderful service and after two years in a row coming to Merlion for my birthday, we have decided to officially made it an annual thing :)
Beautiful, upscale, sophisticated, personal, innovative, and unique. These are just a few words that perfectly describe Merlion. The drinks are wonderful, the wine list is comprehensive, and the Thai dishes are creative. Katie took excellent care of us, and was attentive at just the right moments. The Crab Bisque is incredible, and the Kang Ped with shrimp was heavenly. The Kan Kun Sapporos with pineapple and chicken was also incredible. We keep trying to guess the ingredients in the Crab Bisque each time we try it; it's just so incredibly delicious. All of the appetizers and main dishes are incredible, and the ambiance is sublime. These are just a few of the many reasons why we keep coming back. Parking fills up fast, so get here early! Special "Thank You" to Brooke, for creating such a wonderful, and special restaurant in Seabrook.
Special place with super service! Fantastic food, great outside view, and best dirty martini in town!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Best Restaurant in clearlake area. Everytime we return, the experience has been Amazing. Recently our server Deliala was so kind, attentive, and just a delight. Thanks for making my wife's birthday a memorable one.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Goat Cheese Thai Salad, Table Setting, Bundt Cake, Seafood, Red Snapper, Merlion Soft Spring Rolls
Always enjoy Merlion but last night was not so enjoyable. The food as always was delicious, but the wait time between courses was terrible. From start to finish our dinner took 3 hours. Glad we were not in a hurry but still way too long to sit and wait for dinner.
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