Branding Iron Restaurant, The 640 West Sixteenth Street, Merced, CA 95340, 209-722-1822, One of the most popular, and more elegant, places in town, this restaurant is based on the old Merced farmer's, cattle ranchers, and their brands. A rich wood style, white tablecloths, and local cattle brands encompass the wall tops and the restaurant includes a garden courtyard. Outstanding steaks, prime rib, salmon, and more are on the menu. more...

Firehouse Brewpub & Restaurant 560 West Eighteenth Street, Merced, CA 95340, 209-384-BEER, The steaks at this restaurant and brewpub are cooked to perfection and their wine list is superb. They offer hand tossed pizza, beer batter fries, vegetarian options, real brewed draft beer served ice cold, big screen TV's, catering services, and world class entertainment.  more...

Hometown Buffet 721 West Olive Avenue, Merced, CA 95348, 209-383-3575, Enjoy almost 100 delicious items, from everyday favorites to a large variety of daily features and much more, while at this family restaurant that has a huge American style buffet, complete with entree, salad, and dessert bars. more...