Ed & Sharon's Restaurant, Catering, and Food Truck “Big Blue”

11/02/2024

Costume night here at Ed and Sharon’s. Congratulations to Sister Mary Marky for winning 1st place.

10/30/2024

🌟 WE’RE HIRING! 🌟

Ed and Sharon’s Restaurant is on the hunt for:

• Dishwashers 🧽
• Table Servers 🍽️

Must be at least 14 years old (or have survived more than a few decades – retirees, this means you too!)
Whether you’re fresh off the school bus or finally out of the 9-5 grind, we’ve got a spot for you!

If you’re ready to:

• Conquer dishes like a pro
• Charm tables with your smile
• Or simply stay out of trouble in retirement…

Grab an application, and join the fun! Or talk to Bill.

Send a message to learn more

10/27/2024

Happy birthday to our very own Kinsey! She tried to join us when she was 12 (talk about ambition!), actually started the day after she turned 14, and now—years later—she’s finally “officially” about to drive here legally.

10/26/2024

🍽️ Get ready for a Saturday feast that’s truly a win,
At Ed and Sharon’s, let the prime rib begin!
Slow-roasted for seven, each slice a delight,
With seasoning so tasty, it’ll make your taste buds ignite!
Serving from 4pm until 8pm or sold out.

10/05/2024

Join us tonight for a mouthwatering experience!

**Indulge in our Slow-Roasted Prime Rib, served from 4 PM to 8 PM or until it’s all gone.**

Treat yourself to the rich, savory flavors that our prime rib is known for. Gather your friends and family, and make your Saturday evening unforgettable!

09/28/2024

Once Mark broke free from the clutches of the Buggy Brotherhood (thanks to Sally’s chili ), he transformed from Amish escapee to Merrill’s most unlikely homecoming king. Decked out in a tux that screamed "I'm here for the crown" and a smile that said "I’ve wrangled cows and now I’ll wrangle votes," Mark took his throne next to Sally, the queen who saved him from both a life of plain clothes and plain life. They paraded through town on a float shaped like a giant blue jay, with Mark waving like he was auditioning for Yellowstone while Sally redirected him every time he tried to lasso the mayor.

So this Saturday, September 28th we have to be-closed because who’s got time for cooking chicken when Merrill royalty is cutting a rug?

09/25/2024

🚚 **Join us on Thursday, September 26th, for the final day of Big Blue’s season at Merrill Carquest!**

🥙 **We're celebrating with gyros one last time, along with all your favorites—hot beef, hot turkey, and pork sandwiches!**

🧀 **Don’t forget our delicious Better Than "State Fair" Curds, Bill’s Lemonade Stand of Merrill will be there along with our mashed potato bowls.**

🙏 **Thank you to all our wonderful customers for your support this season!**

⏰ **We'll be serving from 11 AM to 1:30 PM, so don’t miss out on this tasty send-off!**

Mark your calendars for Thursday May 1st 2025.
Its only 218 days until we open again.

09/18/2024

🚚 **Only two Thursdays left for Big Blue at Merrill Carquest!**

**Join us from 11 AM to 1:30 PM for hot beef, hot turkey, shaved prime rib, and delicious pork sandwiches.**

**Don’t forget our mouthwatering Better Than "State Fair" Curds, mashed potato bowls and Bill’s Lemonade Stand of Merrill!**

**Come grab your favorites before the season ends!**

09/12/2024

🚚 **Big Blue's final three Thursdays at Merrill Carquest are here!**

**Join us Thursdays from 11 AM to 1:30 PM for hot beef, turkey, pork, and prime rib sandwiches and much more!**

**Don’t miss out—come get your favorites before the season ends!**

09/06/2024

He’s back!!!!

09/06/2024

As Friday nears, the anticipation at the restaurant is thicker than the Ol’ 96er steak , all because of Mark's wild return from his unexpected Amish escapade. The entire ordeal was nothing short of a comedy caper, starring none other than Sally, his resourceful wife.

The plot thickened when Sally, determined to rescue her husband from the clutches of the Buggy Brotherhood, concocted a hilariously clever plan involving her secret weapon: her notoriously explosive chili. Disguised as a humble Amish chili vendor, she infiltrated the Brotherhood's stronghold during their monthly "Hot Dish Night." Her "Thermo-Amish" chili was so volcanic that as soon as the Brotherhood took their first bites, chaos erupted—members were frantically guzzling milk straight from the cow! Amidst the fiery uproar, Sally and Mark zoomed off on a stolen Amish buggy, leaving a trail of bewildered bikers and flying horse shoes in their wake.

Friday, Mark will be back behind the bar, mixing up his old fashions." The regulars are already lining up, eager not just for a taste of his old fashions but for the belly laughs sure to come as he recounts his Amish life. Who knew Amish life could be so exciting?
Serving Friday September 6th from 11am-8pm.

09/05/2024

**Well, it’s been one year since you left us. Here is my post from one year ago:**

*"We had a great 20-year run together, Mom. Thanks for believing in me and letting me run with my crazy business ideas. I promise, no more ideas (forgive me if I change this post in the future).
Love, Billy."*

**Well, Mom, I went ahead and remodeled the bar. We know you’re sitting there watching us, and I promise this time—no more ideas. (Maybe.)**

09/04/2024

🎉 **Back to school means back to flavor, so come to Big Blue,**

**Every Thursday at Merrill Carquest, we've got a tasty menu for you!**

🥪 **This first Thursday of the month, our gyros will make you cheer,**

**And the Carney sandwich is back—oh, what a treat, dear!**

🧀 **Hot beef, hot turkey, pork, and prime rib are on the spread,**

**And Better Than Fair cheese curds will fill you with joy, it's said.**

🥔 **Don’t miss our mashed potato bowl, topped with savory delights,**

**With a side of corn and dinner roll, it’s a lunch that excites!**

🍋 **Next to us, Bill’s lemonade stand will make your thirst disappear,**

**And teachers, grab a free order of cheese curds—it's a special for you this year!**

📅 **Join us from 11 to 1:30 for a school-themed, flavorful feast,**

**At Big Blue and Bill’s Lemonade, your lunch will be a back-to-school treat, to say the least!**

08/30/2024

The restaurant is all set to be open this Friday, Saturday, and Sunday, but we’ve hit a bit of a snag—Mark is missing in action, and no one can find him, not even his Amish wife and their dozen or so kids. The last anyone saw of him was at Cookieville park, where he was in line at the pay phone to call Sally to come get him from this chaos. And then—poof!—he disappeared faster than a plate of freshly churned butter at an Amish picnic.

Now, the wildest rumor floating around is that Mark was kidnapped by the vicious
Butter, churning, gang known as “ The Buggy Brotherhood gang from the Nort’ side of “Atens” Wisconsin. Apparently, they were so blown away by his moonshine milkshakes and butter shots that they decided to sn**ch him up and put him to work making drinks for them back on their Hwy 97 hideaway. Here is a picture from a security camera on Hwy 64 just west of Goodrich that captured we think is Mark. So, while we’re gearing up to reopen, we’re also half-expecting Mark to show up on some international “Most Wanted Bartenders” list. In the meantime, we’ll do our best to keep things running smoothly without him.

08/29/2024

🚚🌞 It’s the last Thursday of August, and Big Blue Food Truck is serving up your favorites before summer waves goodbye!

Say farewell to summer and hello to school time with our mouthwatering menu:
- **Hot Beef, Hot Turkey, Pork, and Shaved Prime Rib Sandwiches**
- **Better Than Fair Cheese Curds**
- **Real Mashed Potato Bowl** topped with hot beef, turkey, or BBQ pork.

Swing by Merrill Carquest from 11 AM to 1:30 PM and treat yourself before the little kiddies head back to school. And don’t forget to grab a refreshing drink from Bill’s Lemonade Stand next door! 🍔🧀🍋

08/28/2024

Open at 4pm today. Come check out our new salt and pepper shakers.

08/28/2024

Unless we hit the lottery from now until 4 PM it looks like we’re gonna be open today Wednesday August 28th. Here is a sneak peek on what’s in store for you guys. Come check it out.

08/23/2024

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“🚂 Chugging along at the Edgar Steam Show ! Our lemonade stand is puffing out refreshment right next to the Sacred Heart Church stand on John Deere Rd. Stop by for a cup of lemonade so good, it’ll put more steam in your stride than the engines on display!"