The story
Eddie Merlot's in Centennial, Colorado — located on East Dry Creek Road in Englewood — is an upscale contemporary American steakhouse built around a straightforward promise: an exceptional experience for every guest. That commitment has earned the restaurant a Wine Spectator Award of Excellence, recognition that reflects the depth and care behind its wine program and sets it apart from the broader steakhouse landscape along the Front Range.
The menu anchors itself on USDA Prime beef and fresh seafood — the two pillars that define the Eddie Merlot's identity. Elegant interiors and attentive table service create an atmosphere that suits both a celebratory dinner and a polished business meal. The kitchen also demonstrates range beyond the classics: a seasonal Summertime Grill Menu runs through early September, and special events like the Executive Chef-hosted Master Chef Grilling Experience take guests through five courses exploring regional American barbecue traditions — fire-grilled jumbo shrimp with house-made Alabama white sauce, slow-smoked pulled pork, dry-rubbed baby back ribs glazed with Memphis BBQ sauce, smoked beef brisket with charred street corn, and a warm peach cobbler to close. Each course arrives paired with a handcrafted cocktail, from a Watermelon Casino with Hendrick's Gin to an Espresso Martini finished with fresh Illy espresso.
The Centennial location is well equipped for groups. Private rooms and banqueting spaces handle parties beyond the main dining room, while a dedicated catering operation and pickup and delivery options extend the steakhouse and seafood experience off-site. For gatherings of more than twelve, a private dining program steps in seamlessly.
Eddie Merlot's is part of the Dividend Restaurant Group, with locations across the country — but each is designed to feel like a destination in its own right, with the wine list recognition to prove it.
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