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Bar Mercer

4.6 (14)
$30 and under
Wine Bar
25 West Houston, New York, NY 10012

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Bar Mercer

4.6
$30 and under
Wine Bar
SoHo

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 3 times today

About this restaurant

  • Good for special occasions
  • Charming
  • Fancy
Bar Mercer is a sophisticated neighborhood restaurant and bar in the heart of New York City. It features an elevated pub-style menu with English influences, crafted by Chef Preston Clark. The inviting atmosphere offers refined takes on pub classics, seasonal dishes, expertly crafted cocktails, and a thoughtful global wine list. What makes Bar Mercer special includes elevated pub fare with modern twists like mini pigs in a blanket and "hangover pasta." The menu changes seasonally to ensure fresh ingredients. Enjoy innovative and classic cocktails made with premium ingredients, and explore a diverse selection of wines from around the world. The warm ambiance features black-and-red checkered floors, moody lighting, wood accents, and vintage schoolhouse-style chairs, creating a cozy feel. The design evokes nostalgia with vintage photographs and lamps, making it a charming fixture in the city. Visit Bar Mercer for a unique dining experience in a prime location.

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Wine Bar, English, Seafood
  • Hours of operation
    Tue, Wed 5:00 pm–11:00 pm Thu, Fri 5:00 pm–12:00 am Sat 12:00 pm–12:00 am Sun 12:00 pm–8:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (212) 334-7320
  • Website
    https://www.barmercer.com/
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Executive chef
    Justin Bazdarich
  • Location
    25 West Houston, New York, NY 10012
  • Neighborhood
    SoHo
  • Cross street
    Mercer
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Public transit
    6 train to Bleecker StreetB, D, F, and M trains to Broadway - LafayetteN, R trains to Prince Street
  • Additional
    Gluten-free Options, Kosher, Vegan

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Reviews

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4.6

4.6
(14)
  • 4.4Food
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.3Value

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14 Reviews

  1. Jackson

    Tuscany1 review

    5.0

    Dined on September 30, 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Food wasn’t great relative to the price. Great ambiance

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  2. Steve

    Louisville3 reviews

    1.0

    Dined on September 6, 2026

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 2
    We sat at the bar. We order glasses of the bordeaux wine, $30 per glass. I noticed our bartender was pouring us a montepulciano from italy that was not on the menu rather than the bordeaux. I said, this isn't bordeaux. IHe said, really, I thought this was a bordeaux. He couldn't find the bordeaux or any other bottle of wines on the menu. He kept bringing various bottles to us asking if they were bordeaux. I also ordered sparkling water. He said there were only small bottles and I said fine, expecting my own bottle of Perrier or Evian. I watched him pour me a small single glass of water from a previously open Fever Tree bottle. The bartender was pleasant but certainly incompetent. He ultimately gave us the wine and the water free but I would have been charged for the expensive wine had I not noticed. The food was very basic and nothing special. The restaurant was certainly a big disappointment. To be called Bar Mercer and have a bartender who didn't understand wine at all was shocking.

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  3. Linda Gold

    New York City28 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on August 8, 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The ambience is honey yet trendy and just chic. Chef Preston’s razor clams are amazing and love their newer entree - steamed sea bass! Thanks to an amazing staff and hostess for always making us feel welcomed.

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  4. Eileen

    New York City10 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 25, 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Lovely meal, beautiful room, quiet conversation, great server! Will be back!

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  5. Tina

    New York City39 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 26, 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We liked all the dishes we ordered. Pigs in a blanket were especially delicious. The service was excellent.

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  6. Eldric Gold

    New York City3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 25, 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Michael took such wonderful care of us with an assist from Cleo. We will be back Thank you Fiona for a fabulous time.

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  7. Victoria

    Sydney1 review

    4.0

    Dined on April 16, 2026

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Great atmosphere and service - loved my French 75!

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  8. Kyle Gold

    Los Angeles2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 31, 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Our waitress was amazing! We got the best table (booth by the open doors). Cute scene.

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  9. Joseph

    New York City1 review

    3.0

    Dined on March 20, 2026

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    We got there for a relatively early reservation and the one menu item we wanted was unavailable. The steak we got instead was very ordinary and below our expectation.

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  10. Roger Gold

    New York City78 reviews

    3.0

    Dined on February 14, 2026

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 4
    Being a restaurant from the same restaurant group as Lure and Seahorse, Bar Mercer is not in the same category. The food and service are okay, but it's certainly not as excellent as its siblings, where we've eaten a number of times, recently at Seahorse, which was great. Although my filet mignon tasted fine, it was sliced in half lengthwise and looked similar in size and shape to a man's wallet. I was quite surprised. It certainly wasn't what one expects how a filet mignon is served. Was this to save money, cutting it in half? Not sure. I don't think we'll be back.

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Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Wine Bar, English, Seafood
  • Hours of operation
    Tue, Wed 5:00 pm–11:00 pm Thu, Fri 5:00 pm–12:00 am Sat 12:00 pm–12:00 am Sun 12:00 pm–8:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (212) 334-7320
  • Website
    https://www.barmercer.com/
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Executive chef
    Justin Bazdarich
  • Location
    25 West Houston, New York, NY 10012
  • Neighborhood
    SoHo
  • Cross street
    Mercer
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Public transit
    6 train to Bleecker StreetB, D, F, and M trains to Broadway - LafayetteN, R trains to Prince Street
  • Additional
    Gluten-free Options, Kosher, Vegan

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FAQs

Some guests report generous portions, one reviewer explicitly described the portions as “generous, ” calling out the fish and chips and steak, and another review notes the pigs in a blanket are served four to a plate.

Yes, Bar Mercer’s moody lighting, cozy vintage decor, and attentive bar service make it a lovely choice for a date night.

Smart casual is the guide, polished but relaxed attire works best, so aim for neat, put‑together clothing rather than formalwear.

For a quieter visit, choose midweek, guests report it was pretty empty on a Tuesday and about 40% full on a Wednesday at 7:30 pm. It’s also a great spot for post‑movie drinks at the bar.

Bar Mercer has indoor dining with cozy booths and banquettes, a dedicated bar for cocktails, and a few street‑side outdoor tables.

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Bar Mercer

4.6
$30 and under
Wine Bar
SoHo

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 3 times today
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