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The Mercantile, Worcester, MA

The Mercantile

4.6
4.6
869 Reviews
$30 and under
American

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2 people
10:00 pm
Booked 44 times today
Experiences are available.
  • Lively
  • Good for groups
  • Hot spot
Serving up New American Tavern Cuisine in our two-floor full-service restaurant and bar, equipped with two 50-seat bars, world-inspired snacks and entrees, brick pizza oven, private event space, and an open rooftop patio that offers views of downtown Worcester and City Square. Located next to the DCU Center and minutes from Polar Park, we’re a natural choice pre and post-game.

*Due to limited patio seating, we do not take reservations for our patio. Please note the patio request in your reservation, or ask upon arrival, and we will do our best to accommodate.

**The rooftop is open Wednesday-Friday 4 PM - close. Saturday & Sunday 12 PM - close.

***Public parking is available at The Mercantile Center Garage with direct access to the restaurant on Level 3A.

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Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    American
  • Hours of Operation
    Fri 11:30 am–1:00 am Brunch Sat, Sun 10:00 am–3:00 pm Dinner Mon–Wed 4:00 pm–12:00 am Thu 4:00 pm–1:00 am Sat 2:00 pm–1:00 am Sun 2:00 pm–12:00 am
  • Phone number
    (774) 389-5180
  • Website
    http://www.themercantileworcester.com/
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Private party facilities
    For more information, please click the link: https://www.themercantileworcester.com/events
  • Location
    2 Mercantile Street, Worcester, MA 01608
  • Area
    Worcester
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeaway, Vegan, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

  • 2024-2025 Igloo Dining on the Mercantile Rooftop!

    USD 50.00 per party

    Prepaid

    6 Dec 2024 - 31 Jan 2025
    *NOTE*- When booking, please keep your guest count at 1. Do not enter how many guests are attending. Your booking is for one Igloo which seats up to six people. Select the date & time you would like to join us - click Find Table - select the time from the available slots (it will say 1 special under the time) - For the Seating Option select "Outdoor," you can now book your reservation. FAQ: Reservations are required. All reservations are 2 hours max with a 6 person limit, no exceptions. A required $50 non-refundable rental fee will appear when you book your date & time. Each igloo is equipped with a heater however, we still encourage guests to dress warmly. The Mercantile reserves the right to cancel any reservation due to weather.
    2024-2025 Igloo Dining on the Mercantile Rooftop! photo

Menu

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What 869 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.6
4.6 based on recent ratings
  • 4.4Food
  • 4.5Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.3Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

  • Central and Western MA

    Great for brunch

  • Central and Western MA

    Innovative

  • Central and Western MA

    Good for groups

  • Central and Western MA

    Hot spot

  • Central and Western MA

    Great for scenic views

  • Central and Western MA

    Most Booked

  • Central MA

    Best Ambience

  • Central MA

    Good for groups

  • Central MA

    Healthy

  • Central MA

    Hot spot

  • Central MA

    Lively

  • Central MA

    Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
The Mercantile offers a vibrant atmosphere perfect for gatherings, with "fantastic service" and a diverse menu. It's ideal for both special occasions and regular meals. Guests highlight the "great food," especially the gluten-free options, and a lively vibe. Reservations are recommended due to its popularity.

869 Reviews

  1. Sheila

    Greater Boston

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The service was great and enjoyed the food. It is a great spot to meet friends.

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  2. Jon

    Greater Boston

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Always great service and excellent food! Our go-to place before shows at the DCU center!

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  3. Maria

    Greater Boston

    7 reviews

    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great proximity to the DCU Center where we were seeing a show. The service and food were great!

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  4. Jason

    Greater Boston

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    We’ve been here several times. Food was good, my wife’s Mediterranean salad was incredible (ask for bread). I enjoyed my burger. We went when they had a show at the DCU Center so it was pretty busy and food took a quite a while. If you go and there’s a show, order early! We will be back next time we are in town. 

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  5. Molly

    Greater Boston

    3 reviews

    3.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Food was not good… but the server could not have been more awesome, and I love the ambiance.

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  6. Amy

    Greater Boston

    7 reviews

    4.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on 24 November 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Good food options for everyone. Burger buns could be improved with some toasting (especially the GF ones). Lighting was muted but not dark. Table we sat at was a bit small for 4 adults, but we were able to manage

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  7. Denise

    New York City

    6 reviews

    4.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on 24 November 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    here were 4 in our party. We enjoyed our food and drinks but the Boom Boom Shrimp is EXCELLENT!

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  8. katherine

    New York City

    31 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    31 reviews

    Dined on 23 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We arrived early for reservation. Waited at the bar. Was contacted within 10 minutes. Wait staff was attentive but not overbearing. Food arrived hot. Overall a nice night

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  9. Susan

    Greater Boston

    8 reviews

    4.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on 23 November 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    A group of us went to the Van Gogh exhibit and then just had a quick stroll to the restaurant. Menu was pretty diverse and everyone was able to find something to their liking. Wait staff was friendly but didn't hover. Everyone was happy with their meals (nachos, smash burger, birria grilled cheese, Japanese fried chicken sandwich). The fish tacos were probably the only item not scoring high marks as they were a bit soggy. Everything else was yummy.

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  10. Danielle

    Greater Boston

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on 22 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The service and food were both great! My husband and I had a date night and the atmosphere was fun and energetic, especially by the bar, but low key enough to be relaxing and romantic.

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FAQs

The Mercantile offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (774) 389-5180.

The Mercantile is rated 4.6 stars by 869 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a booking

2 people
10:00 pm
Booked 44 times today
Experiences are available.

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for The Mercantile

2 Mercantile Street, Worcester, MA 01608

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Area
    Worcester
  • Hours of Operation
    Fri 11:30 am–1:00 am Brunch Sat, Sun 10:00 am–3:00 pm Dinner Mon–Wed 4:00 pm–12:00 am Thu 4:00 pm–1:00 am Sat 2:00 pm–1:00 am Sun 2:00 pm–12:00 am
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    American
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeaway, Vegan, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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