Mercat Bistro

4.8 (1636)

$30 and under

Contemporary French

2501 N Harwood St, Suite 225, Dallas, TX 75201

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Mercat Bistro

4.8

$30 and under

Contemporary French

Uptown

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2 people

Nov 7, 2026

7:00 PM

Booked 32 times today

About this restaurant

Charming
Good for special occasions
Romantic

Mercat Bistro is Paris without the passport. Its transitional yet eternally international ambiance makes Mercat an alluring morning, noon, and night destination for the savvy, well-traveled businessperson or the art-inclined couple seeking a romantic evening. Nestled within Harwood District, Mercat Bistro is a contemporary French Bistro in Uptown Dallas serving Breakfast, Weekend Brunch, Lunch and Dinner Daily.

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Additional information

Dining style
Casual Elegant
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Contemporary French, American
Hours of operation
Breakfast Mon–Fri 7:00 am–11:00 am Brunch Sat, Sun 10:00 am–3:00 pm Lunch Mon–Fri 11:00 am–2:30 pm Happy Hour Mon–Fri 2:30 pm–5:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
Phone number
(214) 953-0917
Website
http://www.mercatbistro.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Executive chef
Israel Fearon
Catering
For catering inquiries at Mercat Bistro, please call 214-965-1441 or email catering@harwoodhospitality.com
Private party facilities
Mercat Bisto takes pride in making your special occasion one to remember. Enjoy our charming ambiance, exquisite French-inspired cuisine, and personalized service for an unforgettable gathering. Perfect for celebrations, corporate dinners, or special occasions. Book your event today!
Private party contact
Harwood Sales & Catering team: (214) 965-1441

Location
2501 N Harwood St, Suite 225, Dallas, TX 75201
Neighborhood
Uptown
Cross street
North Harwood Street and Moody Street in the Harwood District of Dallas.
Parking details
Complementary Valet parking is available attached to our building at 2501 N Harwood St. Wednesday through Friday 5pm to close and Saturday through Sunday all day.
Additional
Banquet, Beer, Cafe, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Dog Friendly, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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Michelin Tasting Menu
$100.00 per person
1 - 6 people
Multiple dates available
Mercat Bistro is honored to be a 2024 & 2025 Michelin Guide recommended restaurant, a testament to our dedication to exceptional cuisine, ambiance, and service. Join us Monday through Thursday during dinner service for our exclusive Michelin Tasting Menu, a curated journey featuring our most beloved and celebrated dishes.
Thanksgiving Brunch
$30.00 - $75.00 per person
1 - 12 people
Nov 26, 2026 only
This Thanksgiving, savor the flavors of France at Mercat. Join us for a delightful Thanksgiving experience where culinary traditions meet seasonal favorites. Brunch highlights include smoked salmon, Quiche Lorraine, Croissant Eggs Benedict, Turkey Plate and HWD TX Steak Frites, followed by festive desserts including Pain Perdue, Chocolate Tart and Beignets. Gather your loved ones and make this Thanksgiving unforgettable at Mercat Bistro. Join us for an enchanting celebration filled with warmth, laughter, and delightful dishes.
Thanksgiving Dinner
$35.00 - $85.00 per person
1 - 12 people
Nov 26, 2026 only
This Thanksgiving, savor the flavors of France at Mercat. Join us for a delightful Thanksgiving Dinner, where culinary traditions meet seasonal favorites. Dinner features French-inspired seasonal starters, including Escargot en Persillade and Roasted Cauliflower Soup, followed by Thanksgiving favorites such as Roasted Turkey, Petite Filet and Gnocchi à la Parisian. Desserts include Bread Pudding, Chocolate Torte and Pumpkin Cheesecake. Gather your loved ones and make this Thanksgiving unforgettable at Mercat Bistro. Join us for an enchanting celebration filled with warmth, laughter, and delightful dishes.

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4.8

(1636)

4.8Food
4.8Service
4.8Ambience
4.5Value

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Mercat Bistro offers a charming French experience with "amazing food" and "excellent service." The atmosphere is evocative of Paris with a "quaint and lovely" setting, perfect for romantic dates and special occasions. Highlights include the foie gras, quiche, and a memorable "magnifique" ambiance. A true Dallas gem!

1,636 Reviews

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Melnick
New York City1 review
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
This place was amazing. The food was 10/10. You can taste the farm in the food. I really enjoyed the experience.
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Saori
Houston5 reviews
4.0
Dined 6 days ago
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Located in downtown Dallas, right next to the peaceful and charming Saint Ann Court, the restaurant offers complimentary valet parking in front, which made the visit especially convenient. We started with the Bread Basket ($24), which included a croissant, cinnamon roll, muffin, and a lightly sweet cronut-style pastry. At about $6 each, they may seem pricey at first, but every item was generously sized. Sharing each pastry between two people was more than enough, and we actually ended up taking two of them home. The Fruit Plate ($12) was absolutely worth ordering. The pineapple, honeydew, and other fruits were all perfectly ripe. Their sweetness, flavor, and texture were spot on and arguably some of the best-tasting fruit I've had at a restaurant. My husband ordered his favorite, the French Dip, while I chose the Niçoise Salad. The salad was very well executed. The dressing coated the greens evenly without overwhelming them, and the large chunks of tuna sashimi were lightly seared on the surface, creating a delicious smoky aroma and satisfying texture. The white anchovies added a pleasant acidity that elevated the dish. My only criticism is that the potato portion was rather small, making the overall composition feel slightly unbalanced. As for the atmosphere, we were seated toward the back of the dining room by a window with a large vintage-style mirror. The location was pleasantly removed from the family groups and larger parties, offering a quieter dining experience. However, the ornate mirror frame looked as though it had not been cleaned for some time, with visible accumulations of dust. It was distracting enough that I found myself worried about dust falling onto our food. To the restaurant's credit, a staff member promptly came over and cleaned it when we pointed it out. Despite that issue, we thoroughly enjoyed our brunch experience. The food quality was excellent, and I would love to return in the future to try their dinner service.
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Ryan Gold
Dallas14 reviews
4.0
Dined on October 25, 2026
1. Overall 4
2. Food 3
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
I’ve had only good experiences here prior to a birthday brunch on Sunday 10/25. I’d been talking up the quiche to my group and 4 of us ordered it . It came out slightly warm on the outside and COLD almost frozen . All 4 needed to be sent back . They reheated them and then placed them on the wrong plates (2 had bites take me pot of them and those were put on the wrong plates - obvious because of the sides that accompanied each) to re-serve them to us . The rest of the group finished their breakfast while we waited for the reheat. When they came back out they were warm (and now slightly dry from being reheated ), however still not hot . We didn’t say anything more because it took 20 min to reheat the meals the first time . It was just really , really disappointing. They were vey apologetic. They took ONE off the bill. Seems like more should have been done . We don’t isn’t raise any issues but it was below standards . It felt like the food was frozen and not fresh.
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Karen Gold
Dallas13 reviews
5.0
Dined on October 24, 2026
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Our experience was perfection! There was a wedding party next door, beautiful! Service was so excellent, I have Celiac, and they even made me gluten free fried potatoes! Heaven. Great romantic date night spot!
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Cindy
Dallas5 reviews
5.0
Dined on October 24, 2026
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The food was wonderful! We love this quaint and lovely restaurant. It is our go-to place before a Mavs game. Our service was great!
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Patrick
New York City9 reviews
5.0
Dined on October 24, 2026
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Extremely friendly place, food is amazing, need to take the tasting menu next….we loved it
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Amanda
Washington DC2 reviews
5.0
Dined on October 17, 2026
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The decor was evocative of Paris, with wrought iron details on the frame of the structure of the glassed in patio. The wait staff was attentive without hovering, available for ordering and answering questioned with his detailed knowledge of the menu. The food was very well prepared, flavorful and very fresh. I live out of state and will definitely go there next time I am in Dallas.
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Leslie
Austin2 reviews
5.0
Dined on October 11, 2026
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Pet friendly patio was very delightful! Food was excellent! Staff was very friendly and helpful.
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Jane Gold
Los Angeles22 reviews
5.0
Dined on October 11, 2026
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We enjoyed a nummy brunch sitting outside on their patio. I had the quiche and hubby had egg white omelet with a side of bacon. Each bite was delicious. Setting was relaxing and service friendly and attentive. It’s worth visiting again
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Jennifer Gold
Dallas4 reviews
5.0
Dined on October 10, 2026
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Love everything about Mercat Bistro! The hostess and our server made my birthday dinner special!
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Dining areas

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Elegant
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Contemporary French, American
Hours of operation
Breakfast Mon–Fri 7:00 am–11:00 am Brunch Sat, Sun 10:00 am–3:00 pm Lunch Mon–Fri 11:00 am–2:30 pm Happy Hour Mon–Fri 2:30 pm–5:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
Phone number
(214) 953-0917
Website
http://www.mercatbistro.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Executive chef
Israel Fearon
Catering
For catering inquiries at Mercat Bistro, please call 214-965-1441 or email catering@harwoodhospitality.com
Private party facilities
Mercat Bisto takes pride in making your special occasion one to remember. Enjoy our charming ambiance, exquisite French-inspired cuisine, and personalized service for an unforgettable gathering. Perfect for celebrations, corporate dinners, or special occasions. Book your event today!
Private party contact
Harwood Sales & Catering team: (214) 965-1441

Location
2501 N Harwood St, Suite 225, Dallas, TX 75201
Neighborhood
Uptown
Cross street
North Harwood Street and Moody Street in the Harwood District of Dallas.
Parking details
Complementary Valet parking is available attached to our building at 2501 N Harwood St. Wednesday through Friday 5pm to close and Saturday through Sunday all day.
Additional
Banquet, Beer, Cafe, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Dog Friendly, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

FAQs

Weekend brunch is the sweet spot, Mercat Bistro's weekend brunch runs Saturday and Sunday (10:00 am–3:00 pm), and multiple guests call brunch a favorite.

Yes, Mercat welcomes families: guests note a kids' menu (chicken and fries), staff have happily prepared meals for young children, and family-friendly Polar Bear brunches are offered.

Mercat Bistro, Breakfast Mon–Fri 7:00 am–11:00 am; Brunch Sat–Sun 10:00 am–3:00 pm; Lunch Mon–Fri 11:00 am–2:30 pm; Happy Hour Mon–Fri 2:30 pm–5:00 pm; Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–9:00 pm; Fri–Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm.

Weekend brunch, Saturday and Sunday (10:00 am–3:00 pm), is a guest favorite, while some weekday evenings (for example Monday or Wednesday) are noted as easier for parking and finding a table.

Yes, Mercat Bistro accommodates private parties, and guests commonly book the Polar Bear Room, a lobby-adjacent special seating area that reviewers note often requires a deposit.

Some mains and brunch plates come in satisfying portions, guests specifically describe a chicken entrée as “huge” and the roast chicken as “very good, and filling, ” while other diners say portions are “just right.”

Yes, Mercat Bistro’s Parisian, dimly lit bistro vibe and repeated anniversary and romantic-night reports make it a popular choice for a special evening.

Mercat Bistro can be bustling at peak times, guests report it being “super busy” with slower service, while other visits have been noticeably quiet, with parties finding only a few tables and easy parking on a Monday.

Yes, Mercat Bistro offers outdoor seating: guests frequently mention the garden patio and the charming gazebo as lovely spots for brunch and dinner.

Mercat Bistro feels like a little Parisian bistro, warm, cozy, and transportive, with dim lighting, wood details, and a garden patio and gazebo that many guests find romantic.

Casual dress is the guide, think neat, comfortable clothing rather than anything formal, a good fit for the bistro’s business-lunch and romantic-evening clientele.

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Mercat Bistro

4.8

$30 and under

Contemporary French

Uptown

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2 people

Nov 7, 2026

7:00 PM

Booked 32 times today

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Thanksgiving Brunch

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