Eddie Merlot's

The story

Crafted with passion, served with love

An Upscale American Steakhouse with Serious Credentials

Eddie Merlot's in Lincolnshire describes itself plainly and accurately: an upscale contemporary American steakhouse where the stated goal is an "Exceptional Experience" for every guest. The wine list has earned the Wine Spectator Award of Excellence, a recognition that reflects genuine depth and curation rather than a token selection — fitting for a room where the food demands a proper pairing.

What's on the Plate

The kitchen centers on USDA Prime beef, aged to specification, alongside fresh seafood — buttery lobster and perfectly seared scallops among the offerings the restaurant highlights by name. The Lincolnshire location offers a dinner menu, dessert menu, lounge menu, cocktail menu, happy hour, and both private dining and catering menus, giving the room flexibility for a quick weeknight dinner or a fully orchestrated event.

The range of the kitchen comes through clearly in the restaurant's periodic chef-led experiences. The Master Chef Grilling Experience — a five-course, cocktail-paired tasting hosted by the Executive Chef — moves through regional American barbecue traditions: fire-grilled jumbo shrimp with house-made Alabama white sauce, slow-smoked pulled pork with jalapeño cheddar biscuit, 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 alongside a handcrafted cocktail, from a Watermelon Casino to Eddie's Paper Plane.

Private Dining and Events

The Lincolnshire location is well set up for private gatherings. Elegant private dining rooms accommodate everything from intimate dinners to larger corporate events, with AV equipment available and the team able to coordinate florals, lodging recommendations, and entertainment. For groups beyond twelve, dedicated private dining arrangements apply. Catering — drop-off, pick-up, or full-service — extends the steakhouse and seafood experience off-site as well.

The Atmosphere

The interiors are described as elegant, the service as exceptional, and the overall register is polished without being stiff. Outdoor seating, a lounge, and a happy hour menu with small bites and craft cocktails round out the offer, making Eddie Merlot's a place that works as well for a relaxed early evening as for a celebratory dinner.