The Merchant Tavern 🍻

What People Are Saying 💬

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Customer Praise

• "Highly recommend. Chef served up a delicious 5 course tasting menu, paired with the wine pairings."
• "The 20oz ribeye steak for two was cooked to perfection with a VERY tasty demi glaze."
• "Hands down THE BEST food spot in St.John’s. The food was utterly scrumptious, they cooked the seafood and everything so well. Did not disappoint."
• "This restaurant offers customers a high-quality dining experience with exceptional dishes, great service, and a lively atmosphere."

Atmosphere and Service

• "Our server James was amazing and candid in his recommendations."
• "The service was friendly and above expectation. Each order was elegantly plated."
• "Service was a bit lacking; the waiter was unaware of all the daily specials but thankfully the sommelier clarified them for us."
• "You know it's a good restaurant when staff are knowledgeable about the menu."

Food Quality

• "The 20oz ribeye steak for two was cooked to perfection and the accompaniments were outstanding and memorable!"
• "Specialty cocktails were creative and tasty. Craft beer choices were plentiful."
• "We have noticed the quality of our meal decline over the years."
• "There was not a single appetizer, course, or dessert I ate that I didn't love."

Overall Experience

• "Great food, great drink, great experience. Bravo!"
• "A great experience all in all with our highest 5-star recommendation, go there soon!"
• "It was a shame that we only came here the day before we are leaving - we would have come TWICE."
• "I will absolutely be a returning customer, and will recommend the restaurant to all my friends who visit St. John's."