Eddie Merlot's
96th St & Keystone (north side Indianapolis), Indianapolis
Restaurant in Indianapolis, United States
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Dress
Business Casual
Why go
Seasonal promotions and lunch service make Eddie Merlot’s more flexible than a standard Indianapolis steakhouse. Book it for business dinners, date nights, private celebrations, prime-aged steaks, seafood, a wine list with serious by-the-glass depth; choose lunch for value and dinner for the full occasion feel.
About Eddie Merlot's
For an Indianapolis meal built around an upscale American steakhouse and seafood format, Eddie Merlot’s is a direct fit when the plan is steakhouse dining rather than a casual, inexpensive meal. The anchors are USDA Prime-aged steaks, seafood, business-casual dress, a typical spend of about $75 per person, chef/owner Teo Flores.
The hours are Monday through Thursday from 11 AM to 9 PM, Friday from 11 AM to 10 PM, Saturday from 3 PM to 10 PM, Sunday from 3 PM to 9 PM.
Order around steak and seafood rather than treating it like a general American menu
The clearest direction is to focus on the listed signature dishes: USDA Prime-aged steaks, Filet Mignon, Ahi Tuna Steak, Chilean Sea Bass, Carrot Cake. Those items fit the venue’s upscale American steakhouse and seafood identity, they give the meal a clear path without relying on unconfirmed specials or formats. Teo Flores is the chef/owner associated with the Indianapolis restaurant.
The Wine Spectator Award of Excellence in 2026 is the confirmed external recognition. At $75 per person, the restaurant makes the most sense when the plan is an upscale steakhouse meal rather than a quick, inexpensive bite.
The room works better for grown-up occasions than spontaneous casual dining
Confirmed dress code is business casual, which points to a more polished visit. Eddie Merlot’s is best considered for occasions where an upscale steakhouse and seafood restaurant in Indianapolis is the goal.
For broader trip planning around the city, Indianapolis restaurants guide, Indianapolis hotels guide, Indianapolis bars guide, Indianapolis wineries guide, Indianapolis experiences guide can help place the meal within a wider Indianapolis itinerary.
Use the hours and price to decide when it fits
Eddie Merlot’s lists weekday hours beginning at 11 AM, with Saturday and Sunday opening at 3 PM. The price is $75 per person, so it is most compelling when that spend matches the occasion: steak, seafood, business-casual polish, a confirmed wine accolade in Indianapolis.
Planning details
- Location
- 3645 E 96th St, Indianapolis, IN 46240
- Website
- eddiemerlots.com/indianapolis
- Phone
- (317) 846-8303
Venue details
Ambiance
Upscale American steakhouse with plush, elegant interiors, low, warm lighting and an elevated yet comfortable atmosphere, featuring live music in the lounge on select evenings and quiet, well-appointed private dining rooms for business and celebrations.
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Experience
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At the Table
- Dress Code
- Business Casual
- Noise Level
- Lively
- Service Style
- Upscale Casual
- Meal Pacing
- Leisurely
- Capacity
- Medium
Signature Dishes
- USDA Prime-aged steaks
- Chilean Sea Bass
- Filet Mignon
- Ahi Tuna Steak
- Carrot Cake
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
Can Eddie Merlot's accommodate groups?
Based on the confirmed information, Eddie Merlot's is an upscale American steakhouse and seafood restaurant in Indianapolis with business-casual dress and a $75 per person price point.
What are alternatives to Eddie Merlot's in Indianapolis?
For alternatives, compare it with other Indianapolis dining rooms based on the kind of meal you want. Eddie Merlot's makes sense when you want an upscale American steakhouse and seafood restaurant with business-casual dress and a confirmed Wine Spectator Award of Excellence.
What should I order at Eddie Merlot's?
Start with the steak and seafood signatures: USDA Prime-aged steaks, Filet Mignon, Ahi Tuna Steak, Chilean Sea Bass. Carrot Cake is also listed as a signature dish, chef/owner Teo Flores is the name associated with the restaurant.
Is Eddie Merlot's worth the price?
Yes, if you want an upscale American steakhouse and seafood meal in Indianapolis and the $75 per person price point fits the occasion. It is less compelling if you simply want a quick or inexpensive meal, since the value is tied to the steakhouse format.
Is lunch or dinner better at Eddie Merlot's?
The hours begin at 11 AM Monday through Friday and at 3 PM on Saturday and Sunday. Because separate lunch offerings or lunch pricing are not confirmed, choose the timing based on the posted hours and the kind of steakhouse occasion you want.
