The Merlin
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About The Merlin
On Orient Way in Derby, The Merlin is a pub with a global menu spanning mixed grills, burgers, and fish and chips, alongside sides like nachos and sweet potato fries. Apple crumble rounds out the dessert options. Themed evenings rotate through different sections of the menu, giving the roughly twenty dishes on offer a changing focus night to night. The pub takes walk-ins rather than table reservations, and its family-friendly setup suits varied group sizes. The menu's breadth across grills, burgers, and international plates reflects its position as part of a wider chain format.
Good to know
“Themed evenings highlight different aspects of this family-friendly chain pub's global menu.”
- ReservationsWalk-in only
- AccessibilityHas wheelchair-accessible car park · Has wheelchair-accessible entrance · Has wheelchair-accessible seating
Menu & Prices
20 dishes- Full Monty Mixed Grill
- Apple Crumble
- Nachos
- Classic Fish & Chips
- Sweet Potato Fries
- Burger Sizzler Combo
Reviews
What reviewers say
Reviewers most often mention steak cooked to perfection, extra butter with meal and ice cream dessert.
What reviewers say
Reviewers most often mention steak cooked to perfection, extra butter with meal and ice cream dessert.
Customer Review Summary
Reviewers consistently praise the service, with steaks cooked to perfection and warm attention from staff even during busy football and matchday crowds. Regulars note staff remember their orders, bringing extra butter without asking, while one parent highlights the pub as a rare comfortable spot for a child with autism. Ice cream and general food quality also earn mentions, with several reviewers saying they'll definitely return.
Customer Review Summary
Reviewers consistently praise the service, with steaks cooked to perfection and warm attention from staff even during busy football and matchday crowds. Regulars note staff remember their orders, bringing extra butter without asking, while one parent highlights the pub as a rare comfortable spot for a child with autism. Ice cream and general food quality also earn mentions, with several reviewers saying they'll definitely return.
Featured reviews
- Chris Lucas
“Always great service from the team here. Always positive and smiling professional. Well organized. Really welcoming food always consistent. Today I was served by Sophie and the team who brought me this amazing ice cream Well done 👍🏼”
- Kali
“I bring my little boy here often, 3 times a week for his tea after nursery and with him having autism my son struggles with busy public places and this seems to be the only place where my son feels comfortable. The service is 5 stars from …”
- Kitty Wright
“Came in this evening to watch the football and were warmly greeted by the lovely issy! Even though with it being busy and hot she made sure we were looked after and got everything we needed with ease. Will definitely be returning!”
- Drew Smallie
“We come for a meal and drink before every Derby County home game, despite the pub being exceptionally busy the staff will always recognise us and we don’t have to ask anymore for extra butter, it just arrives. Great service, nice food at great value. What more do you need.”
- grace jeffery
“Went in for a late lunch with my mum today to celebrate a belated Mother’s Day, from the second we walked in the service was impeccable. The food was delicious and our steaks were cooked to perfection and well presented. Shoutout to The chef Matt for cooking them. Our waitress Lola was also thoroughly attentive, she couldn’t do enough for us. Will definitely be returning. Thank you to everyone at the Merlin for such a lovely time 😊💕”
Amenities
- Has wheelchair-accessible car park
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- Accessibility· 3
- Has wheelchair-accessible entrance
- Has wheelchair-accessible seating
- Has wheelchair-accessible toilet
Location
Bars near The Merlin
- The Coronation4.34010.9 miWheelchair accessible
pie, wide selection of drinks, drinks on tap
- Ryans Bar4.13201.2 miWheelchair accessible
locals feel like family, limited drink selection, needs redecoration
- 1.3 miReservationsOutdoor seatingGood for kids
curry, mixed grill, fish tikka
| Place | Rating | Distance | Mentioned in reviews |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Merlin | 4.23,775 | — | steak cooked to perfection, extra butter with meal, ice cream dessert |
| The CoronationWheelchair accessible | 4.3401 | 0.9 mi | pie, wide selection of drinks, drinks on tap |
| Ryans BarWheelchair accessible | 4.1320 | 1.2 mi | locals feel like family, limited drink selection, needs redecoration |
| The Pear Tree Inn Bar & Grill DerbyReservations · Outdoor seating · Good for kids | 4.6157 | 1.3 mi | curry, mixed grill, fish tikka |
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