Merchant Bar

426 N Market St, Wilmington - 19801
182 reviews
Tapas Bar Gastropubs
(302) 502-3385

I have been here a couple of times. The food is very good. The menu is a minimal twist on comfort food.

Wonderful evening. Our server was awesome. As was the food. First time back since covid

Nice neighborhood type place. The menu was a bit 'slimmer' than I expected. But the Smoked Short Rib French Dip sandwich was excellent. an outstanding dish. Service was very good and the staff attentive and courteous.

Incredible Drinks, Staff & Food! Bartenders Are Soooo Knowledgeable...Been A Bunch & Will Always Visit Again (only complaint is wish was open later) When This Covid Nonsense Is Done, I'm Sure They Will... 5 ⭐

Excellent service, very good food, pricey wine, needs noise reduction panels on ceiling and above windows.

Fantastic experience all around. Menu is very compact, but interesting. Chef does some very creative things within the Mexican theme, not conventional Tex-Mex fare! Everything was well presented, with unique or unusual flavor combinations. Service prompt, friendly. Prices very reasonable. This has become one of our regular "go to " downtown pre-show dinner spots. Quick, friendly, casual, delicious, convenient, and affordable. What's not to love?

First time here. Dinner before a show at the Queen. You can't get more convenient than that! Right across the street. Our table of 4 enjoyed all the food and drinks. The dishes we ordered were plentiful and delicious - fish tacos, short rib quesadillas, and short rib sandwich. Our service was efficient, with our server mindful that we were catching a show. We each had one drink and the bill total was quite reasonable, just slightly north of $100 without tip. Hard to do better than that for the same quality. Highly recommend!

Great place for food and drinks.

We loved it. Albert's service was excellent - prompt, friendly, full of personality. His recommendations re their interesting menu were excellent, from the original cocktails (try Off the Wagon) to the fun I enjoyed the Tacos Campechanos, a delish mix of steak and chorizo and a fabulous Smoked Morita Salsa. Bonus: everything was hot. These dishes weren't sitting around. The food did come out more quickly than we'd hoped for; I would recommend holding off on the entree orders until you're well into your first drink. Very minor quibble. This was great service, great food and we'll be back.

Great place to share a few apps before shows at The Grand or The Playhouse. Will return for date nights as well.