Craft Beer. Stone-Oven Pizza. Merrill's Hometown Pub.
Hand-pressed burgers, broasted chicken, Friday fish fry and Saturday prime rib — served in a historic downtown Merrill bar since day one.
What's on this week
House specials
Three things we're known for in downtown Merrill. Show up hungry.
Mon – Thu · 11–4$10 Lunch Baskets
Six daily lunch picks — burger, philly cheesesteak, triple grilled cheese, BLT and more. Each just ten bucks.
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Every FridayBig Friday Fish Fry
Wisconsin tradition. Beer-battered haddock, walleye, shrimp and our fish & shrimp hoagie — served with the works.
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Saturdays · 4–9 PMPrime Rib Saturday
Hand-rubbed, slow-cooked prime rib with your choice of potato and the salad bar. One size fits all.
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Top rated by locals
Merrill's favorite pub — on Google.
Hundreds of neighbors, regulars, and out-of-towners agree — here's what they're saying about Ballyhoos.
MajikMan747
Local Guide · 171 reviews · 142 photos
June 3, 2026$10 lunch special. 6 different options. Are you kidding me??? What is this? 2009 pricing??? Great food, relaxed vibe, fantastic service. You've gotta get in here.
Vladimir Schnyder
1 review
June 3, 2026I first visited this restaurant as a teenager almost 7 years ago, and to be honest, it left me with only positive and warm memories, and the food was simply amazing! I really hope I can come back to Merrill and visit you again :)
William Kunkel
10 reviews · 1 photo
May 2026Great local restaurant that has amazing food! The fish fry, lobster rolls and old fashioneds were even better than I remembered! 10 out of 10 would highly recommend!
Katy Holz
10 reviews · 1 photo
March 2026You gotta come try the new menu! From scratch soup, brisket, ranch! We all leave stuffed with great food! Our new favorite spot! Thanks for focusing on nourishing homemade meals! Just tried the fish fry! Best poor man's in town! And the twice baked!?!?! Sooooo delicious!
Samantha Vandergeest
6 reviews
March 2026Fantastic food! We will definitely be back again, lemon drop martinis are to die for 🖤 service was Fantastic!
michael blocker
13 reviews
February 2026I had not been here in several years, what a change. Ballyhoos is now a place I would bring clients to for a meal. Atmosphere, food, and service are top notch. Thank you to the new owners, Merrill needs more spots like this.
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(715) 536-7600Hours
- Monday11:00 AM – 10:00 PM
- Tuesday11:00 AM – 10:00 PM
- Wednesday11:00 AM – 10:00 PM
- Thursday11:00 AM – 10:00 PM
- Friday11:00 AM – 11:00 PM
- Saturday11:00 AM – 11:00 PM
- Sunday11:00 AM – 9:00 PM
