On any given day the town swells with employees and shoppers alike, coming into Merrillville and supporting the area’s robust retail climate. Easy access to Chicago and easily accessed by all of Northwest Indiana with I-65 splitting it right down the middle, Merrillville over the years has become “Indiana’s Crossroads.” Today the town endures as a crossroads in quite another manner, boasting of a community melding and coming together by the great diversity of its residents, housing, economic opportunity, and culture.
Dining & Entertainment
The Merrillville area is one of the premier shopping destinations in Northwest Indiana. The Southlake Mall features over 145 regional and national chain retail shop, restaurants, and big box department stores. Inside you’ll find Hollister, H&M, Aeropostale, and Footlocker to name a few. You’ll also find the standard department stores like JC Penney, Dick’s Sporting Goods, Kohl’s, Macy’s and more. And don’t forget to stop by Buffalo Wild Wings, Chili’s, Olive Garden, and Red Robin when you get hungry… At Southlake Mall, there’s something for every fashion taste, as well as for every taste bud. If looking for a special fine dining experience, Gamba Ristorante offers Italian cuisine plus banquet services. For unique Asian fusion dishes, check out award-winning, Asparagus , for zen-like fine dining located on Broadway in Merrillville.
