The Branding Iron Restaurant

Happy to see this Historic Merced Icon has revamped its menu to include a few vegetarian options. Had a delicious meal with family. While I was enjoying my Marchino House Salad, my companions were raving about the excellent quality of the perfect prime rib.

Great place! A little pricey but definitely worth it. I had the French Dip with Baked potato and I was really impressed with all the flavor. The soup was just as amazing. It was so hearty an just as much flavor. Also had the mushrooms an all I can say is wow! The service was just as great. Definitely recommend trying this place. I will revisit if I’m in the area again!

Used to live here 30 years ago. Had my in-laws 50 year anniversary here. I'd meet my wife here for lunch of gazpacho and salad. Always a great meal. So glad we were able to make it here for a great steak dinner.

The food was soooo very good!
Pretty HOT in the area we were seated but, George kept our birthday party of 14 in laughs good spirits. 👍
Better hang on to that server!
Hostess was fantastic too. 💕
Thank you for making my sister's birthday a beautiful experience 💗

I enjoyed the atmosphere, it was relaxing. Our waitress was so friendly and sweet, I felt loved, haha. I really enjoyed the food, very flavorful and great portions. I tried the crab cakes, broccoli and cheddar soup, and fettuccine alfredo. So yummy! Their garlic bread was fine. I would return for another dine-in!

Wow. First time at. The Branding Iron Restaurant under the new management and what a difference. Service was excellent, would even say he gave is a show. Food was just good and there was a lot of it. Price was in the $100 range for three people. Good job guys. We'll be back.

It's our first time there and it didn't disappoint. Thank you for the great food and excellent service. Definitely go for the prime rib and let the waiter tell you about their specials for the night ( had sword fish). We'll be back!

Been living here my whole life and never tried this spot until tonight. Wow the steaks were perfectly cooked and season! I got the spicy coffee rub and wow, the cook sure cooked it perfectly "medium". Came out so good, best steak in twn!! Better then texas road house! Only thing missing is the bread with sweet butter!

I love the feel of this restaurant! If you wanted to you could have a nice romantic date and dress up. Or you can just come in jeans and a t-shirt with a bunch of friends and celebrate a birthday! This is the second time I've eaten here with my friends the first time I got the coconut shrimp which were enormous and delicious I had to take leftovers home. This time I had the fried shrimp with cocktail sauce and it was absolutely delicious! I like how they put a sorbet in a little metal tin to cleanse your palate after your meal. Everyone enjoyed their meal very much so. The waitress knew my friend personally both times that we came here. Everyone is very friendly the restaurant atmosphere and decor is adorable! The restaurant prices are in the $20 to $50 range depending on what you're getting so I say it's medium priced.. but well worth it for the portions the atmosphere and the amazing service. The bathrooms are very clean and organized I especially like the attitude and quirkiness of the lady who takes you to your table who has pink hair... I didn't catch her name but she is so adorable and so nice! I will definitely make this a restaurant but I like attending on a regular basis with my friends!

We had wonderful appetizers and drinks in the bar while a local guitarist, Mikel Soria performed in the background. Appetizers were delicious, the drinks were very well made, and the service was exceptional. We will be back.

I can't believe I was talked out of going here on my last trip to Merced . I love the vibe of the place and the food was excellent. I had the special Chicken parmesan with fettuccine alfredo. I will go back on my next trip to Merced

This place was 5 stars all around for amazing food and steaks. And really great service! Thank you for a great dinner and night out!

Our waitor was so fun and so attentive. A big shout out to George aka Jorge. Excellent food, drinks. Great atmosphere.

My hubs and celebrated our 16th anniversary tonight and decided on the Branding Iron. We've never been and we are very happy with our choice. Absolutely superb! The servers, the food, and the ambience were all outstanding! We made reservations for 5:15 pm and are glad we did because it gets pretty busy pretty quick. Thanks Branding Iron for a memorable night for my husband and I! Cheers!

My boyfriend and I had dinner tonight and everything we ordered was perfection ! I had the rib eye stealk medium rare , he has the. Chicken marsala
I ordered the coconut fried shrimp and he had the battered artichock hearts for appetizer ! Our waitress name was Mary Lynn and I can't say enough about what great service and sparkling personality and she helped make my birthday dinner even more special

Excellent service, ribeye cooked perfectly, drinks were well made, great service

Had the coffee ribeye and it was phenomenal! My wife had the filet and my children all had sirloins. Everything was incredible. Scalloped potatoes are also a must!

First time eating here since the change of ownership. Aesthetics are the same, except the lighting is too bright now. It used to be dimmer, which really added to the steakhouse vibe, but now it's just bright. Maybe the old folk had too much trouble reading their menus?

Prices were jacked up a bit, making it even more expensive, and there aren't as many frills like automatic gazpacho and bread and a bit of ice cream at the end.

That said, I had the bourbon bacon burger with sweet potato fries, and that was the best meal I've had in a long time. It was perfect for my taste.

Great service (marilynn)! Food was 7/10. Thank you! Everyone was very attentive!

Amazing!!! George is the best! Delicious food for our wedding anniversary!!

Spicy Coffee Rub Ribeye and chicken Alfredo!!!