"This area has an over abundance of “flash-in-the-pan” restaurants; here today, gone tomorrow. So it’s very nice to have a place that’s presents a wide-ranging menu (steaks to vegetarian), a seemingly endless variety of beers, decadent desserts, and do so with a smile. Extra points for separating the enthusiastic (loud) sports fans in a bar area from the quieter family/friends in the dining room. There are times when one needs to avoid the gimmicky fads and buffets, and one needs to sit down for a nicely-prepared, delicious meal, supported by a professional staff. If you are one, go to Blackfinn Ameripub in Merrifield."