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- TThomasChicago / Illinois •3 reviews5.0Dined 5 days agoThis place is top-notch! My mother and I have been going here for just about a year, and every time, we walk away very satisfied. You are greeted by the bartender as you arrive. Walk through to the hostess station and give your name on the reservation. (I highly recommend you use the Open Table App to set your reservation. This place fills up quickly, and you want to make sure you have a table reserved so you are not waiting.) The waiter and employees are very nice and courteous to you and are very knowledgeable (the server) about the dishes on the menu. Almost always, you see the owner walking around and he engages with you about your food, wait staff, and server, as well as your overall experience there. He is very warm and kind and it makes the meal just that much better.More infoGamba RistorantePrice: Expensive• Italian• Merrillville, IN•4.8
- KKarenPhoenix / Arizona •1 review5.0Dined 5 days agoI love this restaurant. The food is awesome and the atmosphere is nice. Not too noisy. The staff is great and always are happy to be at work and to serve you.More infoBJ's Restaurant & Brewhouse - MerrillvillePrice: Moderate• American• Merrillville, IN•4.5
- LLauraIndiana •48 reviews5.0Dined on 13 Dec 2024Went during happy hour. Service was great. Drink and appetizer on special. Then had shrimp your way. Delicious!More infoRed Lobster - MerrillvillePrice: Moderate• Seafood• Merrillville, IN•4.2
- DDanielVIPChicago / Illinois •33 reviews5.0Dined on 6 Dec 2024EXCELLENT dining experience from beginning to end!More infoCouncil Oak Steaks & Seafood - Hard Rock Casino Northern IndianaPrice: Very Expensive• Steak• Gary, IN•4.5
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The Northwest Indiana area has a rich and diverse array of dining options that are sure to please anyone's tastes. You can sample some classic American favorites, including chicken wings, buffalo shrimp, burgers, and crab legs at one of the renowned local chains. If you've got a craving for the sea, you can visit one of the many restaurants offering dishes such as sushi rolls, oysters, crab cakes, Cajun-fried shrimp sandwiches, and grilled mahi-mahi. There's also no shortage of excellent Mexican restaurants in the area. Northwest Indiana offers your pick of places to enjoy quesadillas, empanadas, carne asada, and much more.
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Healthy restaurants located in Northwest Indiana include Gino’s Prime and Surf - Dyer, Cooper's Hawk Winery & Restaurant - Merrillville, IN and Cooper's Hawk Winery & Restaurant - Schererville, IN
Restaurants with gluten-free options in Northwest Indiana are kitaro surf & turf & sushi, Cooper's Hawk Winery & Restaurant - Merrillville, IN and Gamba Ristorante
Bottomless brunch in Northwest Indiana is available at Jack Binion's Steakhouse - Horseshoe Hammond, Cooper's Hawk Winery & Restaurant - Merrillville, IN and Cooper's Hawk Winery & Restaurant - Schererville, IN
The most romantic restaurant in Northwest Indiana is William B's Steakhouse - Blue Chip Casino
Restaurants in Northwest Indiana with a great view include Gino’s Prime and Surf - Dyer, Jack Binion's Steakhouse - Horseshoe Hammond and Farm House Restaurant at Fair Oaks Farms