I was here again after so many years of being shut down by the governor. It had to be sold so I got to go with new owners. It is still good food, but some of the town-famous dinners have gone away. Prices are high,...but where isn't anymore? This is a 'go out to dinner place'.More
Truly a great place anytime of the week. Thank you for having great service and having delicious meals!
This was our 3rd visit to BI over the last 3 years- always chosen by the family members we were visiting. Maybe by Merced standards, the BI is a great steakhouse. It may be an institution. However, as frequent travelers, we have not found the...BI to be even average or ok. Each time our cuts of beef (prime rib, tenderloin and the coffee-marinated) needed the sharpest knife in the kitchen to cut. Not once were our cuts cooked to order. For a steakhouse I was surprised at the small selections of red wines by the glass. Not a malbec to be had. In Merced, I've had better beef cuts at Applebees- hardly a famed or fine dining restaurant.More
This American Steak House is an Institution. BI is defines the main strip in this town. The original menus posted on the wall and honest welcome from the Owner is all we needed to appreciate this historic Merced restaurant. Ease back. Everything was spot on:...Cocktail, appetizer, bread & butter, salad, palette cleaner (sherbet), steak & potato and dessert. Old school waitresses that never missed a beat.More
“BI” has got the stake house experience on point. Is it Old School dining, yes. Is it consistent, yes. Are the staff friendly and professional, yes and yes! The Branding Iron restaurant has stood the test of time because they provide the dining experience you...can expect from a classic stake house.More
Consistently excellent experience with fine wait staff and a diverse selection of menu items to please all. The coffee rubbed steak is an ongoing favorite. Whether you live in area, visiting or passing through, check it out. There's a very obvious reason why this landmark...has endured for a really long time!More
We were so happy to be back! We come from Fresno to eat at your restaurant and find your restaurant to have consistently great food and fair prices.!
There were 5 of us in town and hungry late evening. We found this place and thought we would try it. Service was fabulous. Ashley waited on us attentively and was helpful with our questions about the area and best accommodations. We had Prime Rib...and shrimp meals and one French Dip. All very good. Sweet potato fries was available as well. I recommend this place for a good meal.More
Very nice....spaced out (which made it more like our own personal space)....GREAT FOOD and GREAT SERVICE. We will be back!!!
Had the ribeye and 10 ounce lobster tail! It was amazing once again!!! Great salads and wine!!! Can't wait to go back!!!! Love having dinner there! The service is the best in our town!!! Hands down!!!!
We picked up some gazpacho for a dinner in the back yard. It was perfect for a warm summer evening. This cold soup is a good summer dish.
Such a personal atmosphere allways excellent service form not only the servers but also the hostess and owner Greg It's always such a treat to eat at the B.I. Lisa B.
Take out ordering was easy and a pleasure. Now that the restaurant has reopened, I encourage first-timers to go and check it out. Fine dining in a comfy atmosphere makes for a good time. Recommend the steak items, especially the coffee rubbed, which is a...fan favorite. Pleasant staff and menu requests are handled well. There is a good reason this restaurant has been around for a very long time.More
What a great place to eat. I can’t wait until the next time I get to eat there. Maybe maybe Monday, May 11 since their doors are open again. I have eaten there many times in my life and every time it was yummy.
We went to the Branding Iron to celebrate my husband’s birthday. The staff was so attentive and helpful and made him feel so special. Each staff member came by our table and wished him happy birthday. The food was wonderful. Always enjoy the prime rib...here. Thank you Branding Iron for a very nice evening.More
