I have had chicken in quite a lot of towns in different states all across this great country. I will testify that MERRITT'S half side, deep fried chicken will keep you coming back for more! Let me also say you could not pick a better place to endorse with your hard earned money than the Merritt family. For they are as caring and loving as any family owned establishment gets. Lets keep supporting this establishment for as long as they choose to stay in business...
Their fried chicken is out of this world. Merritt's slaw is the only slaw that I eat. If I have any leftover I'll eat it for breakfast. Yummo.
This is an awesome drive in restaurant. It has been in business since 1958. The burgers and hot dogs are reasonably priced and really great. The hot dogs come in top slice buns. The hot dogs taste and look like bright-leaf (red dog). The slaw and the chili are both excellent. The service is great and the atmosphere being a drive in is awesome. This is one of my favorite places to eat. Its not fancy or some expensive gourmet burger but it is excellent for what it is.
This place rocks! They do get pretty busy but I promise you it is worth the wait! Especially since fast food joints now have that third stop which is "pull in that parking spot and wait another 10 minutes". The service is great. The food is great and you can't expect much of an atmosphere at a drive-up restaurant. Overall I gave this place five stars because the food rocked the service rocked!!
Merritt’s is a throwback for anyone looking for a drive in burger experience. At Merritt’s you pull up in your car and wait for one of the waitresses to come to your car window. You have the option of getting your food to go or on a tray that attaches to your window. They are cash only, open from 10-4, and there is no indoor seating.
They have a wide variety of items to choose from. I went with the BBQ sandwich and the chicken filet with fries and a sun-drop. After ordering it took about 15 minutes for the food to come. I recommend ordering ahead of you are in a rush.
The sandwiches are on the smaller side but priced fairly. The chicken sandwich is nothing to write home about but the BBQ sandwich is perfect. It comes tossed in a sweet BBQ sauce with white slaw.
Good ol' (cheese)burger joint!!
Awesome French fries & Prices.
Reminds me of the old Woolworths burgers.
Food... 5
Service....5
Atmosphere....(my truck)... 4....lo.
Today I had the double cheeseburger with fries. The food was delicious, wish they did grilled onions but that's just my obsession with onions talking. It's got a sonic vibe where you wait in your car to be served without the do it yourself technology so have patients they'll get to you. My server was Melody I believe, she provided outstanding service and was moving quick from car to car, make sure you take care of her it isn't easy working outside taking care of people like that. Would definitely recommend this place, it was a bit of nostalgia reminding me of a few places from my childhood that have since closed.
Been going since I was a small 5 year old. Loved it so much, we didn't have a car. So Daddy would call a taxi to pick up our order. Took out kids, now they take there's and take a great grand kid. Please don't leave or let them buy you out. A lot of people will be hurt or upset. It's special place for all family's. Thank you. Linda Thompson Leland N C
I have been coming to Merritt's for years (at least 30 years) and the burgers and shrimp plate are still so good. The wait can be a little long sometimes but the food is worth it. They do not take credit cards so make sure to bring cash.
Good food at reasonable prices. Old style diner where they come to your car to get your order. Food comes on a tray that they hang on your window. Its a very busy place so be a little patient. A neat experience with the old time feel.
Best burgers in Wilmington. I’d even say they have the best burgers on the east coast. Plus where else can you get a whole meal (cheeseburger and fries) for only $6?! 🤤🤤
I am so satisfied with the service ! They were so sweet and welcoming! This was my first time here and I’ll definitely be back ! Thank you so much ! I came in with my scrubs and they still treated me like family 😂!
Make a reservation
Order online
Find the best restaurant in Wilmington
An error has occurred! Please try again in a few minutes