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The Merchant Tavern, St. John's, NL

The Merchant Tavern

4.5
4.5
1930 Reviews
CAN$31 to CAN$50
Bistro

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2+ people
19:00
Booked 34 times today
  • Good for special occasions
  • Lively
  • Great for creative cocktails
Welcome to The Merchant Tavern,

The Merchant Tavern pays homage to hard-working people who appreciate fine fare and spirits. Using fresh ingredients from local purveyors and some inspiration, we create dishes that will make you feel sated.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    CAN$31 to CAN$50
  • Cuisines
    Bistro, Seafood, Contemporary Canadian
  • Hours of Operation
    Dinner Mon–Sat 17:00–21:00
  • Phone number
    (709) 722-5050
  • Website
    http://www.themerchanttavern.ca/
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive Chef
    Nick Walters
  • Private party facilities
    Weddings, large scale corporate functions, private parties.Please email booking@themerchanttavern.ca for inquiries and current pricing.
  • Location
    291 Water Street, St. John's, NL A1C 5C2
  • Area
    St. John's
  • Cross Street
    Beck's Cove
  • Parking details
    Public Parking lot on Harbour Drive
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Menu

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What 1,930 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.5
4.5 based on recent ratings
  • 4.5Food
  • 4.6Service
  • 4.5Ambience
  • 4.2Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

  • Atlantic Canada

    Most Booked

  • Newfoundland and Labrador

    Best Food

  • Newfoundland and Labrador

    Best Service

  • Newfoundland and Labrador

    Best Ambience

  • Newfoundland and Labrador

    Good for business meals

  • Newfoundland and Labrador

    Good for groups

  • Newfoundland and Labrador

    Great for creative cocktails

  • Newfoundland and Labrador

    Healthy

  • Newfoundland and Labrador

    Hot spot

  • Newfoundland and Labrador

    Neighbourhood gem

  • Newfoundland and Labrador

    Good for special occasions

  • Newfoundland and Labrador

    Vegetarian-friendly

  • Newfoundland and Labrador

    Lively

  • Newfoundland and Labrador

    Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
The Merchant Tavern in St. John's offers a vibrant dining experience with "amazing food" and "outstanding service." Known for its creative use of local ingredients, the restaurant's tasting menu and wine pairings are a highlight. While some mention noise levels, the delightful ambiance and friendly staff make it a must-visit.

1,930 Reviews

  1. Natalie

    Atlantic Canada

    1 review

    vip
    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    James gave us outstanding service as always, thank you again!!

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  2. Susan

    Atlantic Canada

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on 16 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Top notch service and amazing meal as always! One of the best pastas in the city.

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  3. Veganskye

    Toronto

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on 12 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Thank you to our server, James, who was so lovely and attentive. We had a really great experience.

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  4. Michael

    Montreal

    5 reviews

    3.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on 5 November 2024

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 3
    I usually love it, but 3 hours, slow and unresponsive service, busy night but still

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  5. Susan

    Toronto

    3 reviews

    4.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on 1 November 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    It was a great spot for supper. Would highly recommend!

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  6. Ryan

    Atlantic Canada

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 29 October 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Best dining experience of the year for me. Best steak I've had in my life.

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  7. meaghanm

    Atlantic Canada

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on 18 October 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Our favorite place while we lived in St. John’s. We returned after nearly 5 years and we still Love it! Thanks for a great evening of drinks and food!

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  8. OpenTable Diner

    Chicago

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on 17 October 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 3
    We had the tasting menu and we were pleasantly surprised by each of the delicious courses they chose for us. It was fun not knowing what we were receiving and the wine pairing was very well done too! Highly recommend people chose this option…you will not be disappointed. Service was fantastic warm, friendly, fun, and knowledgeable! We look forward to another experience next time we come to St. John’s!

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  9. Hafeez

    Toronto

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on 16 October 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Fantastic menu, amazing food quality and the service is spectacular! Would highly recommend.

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  10. Julie

    Vancouver

    1 review

    1.0

    1 review

    Dined on 16 October 2024

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 2
    Unfortunate. My favourite restaurant. I will never return. Just cancelled my Saturday reservation after Wednesday’s experience. I go there as often as I can, could. Food was great. Our server was great. Management is why I’ll never return. Ever.

    1 person found this helpful

FAQs

The Merchant Tavern is rated 4.5 stars by 1930 OpenTable diners.

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2+ people
19:00
Booked 34 times today
Google Map for The Merchant Tavern

291 Water Street, St. John's, NL A1C 5C2

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    Beck's Cove
  • Area
    St. John's
  • Hours of Operation
    Dinner Mon–Sat 17:00–21:00
  • Price
    CAN$31 to CAN$50
  • Cuisines
    Bistro, Seafood, Contemporary Canadian
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Public Parking lot on Harbour Drive
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Nick Walters
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Website
    http://www.themerchanttavern.ca/
  • Phone number
    (709) 722-5050
  • Private party facilities
    Weddings, large scale corporate functions, private parties.Please email booking@themerchanttavern.ca for inquiries and current pricing.
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