Mersim's | Bosnian + American Restaurant

126 E Ridgeway Ave Suite A, Waterloo
(319) 883-3055

Recent Reviews

Pete Murfey

Mersim's used to be fantastic, but those days are over. Ever since the new owners took over, prices went up, quality went down, and portions got smaller. Now it's closed and getting gutted. A tragic end to one of the area's best restaurants, that was with us all too briefly.

Atmosphere: 4

Food: 1

Service: 1

Ashley Walker

I reserved Mersims for a birthday dinner 1 month ago. I called a couple of days before the reservation just to make sure everything would be good to go and found out the restaurant was closed for renovations. No one informed me when I made the reservation and no one called after I made the reservation to let me know it was closed during that time. I was beyond disappointed and it left me scrambling to try to find something else.

Daniela P

I used to enjoy eating at Mersims but lately this place has just been going downhill. What a shame.

Armin K

Friendly staff. Friendly atmosphere. Good food.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Cevapi, Burek

C H

Foods not that good. May be jsut me but twas a bit bland.

Atmosphere: 3

Food: 2

Service: 5

pat finder

Heard good stuff about this place and don’t know why. First bring your money because it’s expensive $$$$$$$ the food was ok but seriously for the money it should be way more. Service was blaaaa but hey let’s not forget the 20% tip, plus apparently they don’t like to heat the place. I will say it’s clean- even the restroom. But not planning on going back

Atmosphere: 3

Food: 2

Service: 2

Amanda Owen

Mersims has absolutely gone downhill. I stopped by tonight to celebrate my brothers birthday and we both ordered the seafood platter. It was honestly one of the worst seafood meals I’ve ever had. The lobster tail was overcooked, they didn’t serve half the items promised in the menu - missing scallops and potatoes. We said something to the waitress and after she spoke with her manager (on the phone, no manager present in person apparently) and they gave a measly 15% discount on just the seafood meal. Definitely not worth the $30 I paid for each seafood platter. I also never got a refill of my soda, and it was empty for over 20 minutes. Will never return here. I came a few years ago and this is not the same restaurant I went to then. Don’t waste your money!

Atmosphere: 1

Food: 1

Service: 1

Nermina Kuduzovic

I highly recommend the restaurant 10/10

Danelia Barboza

Love the authentic Bosnian food! The staff is very friendly. It's very bright in there and looks empty that times we've gone which is a shame because it is a great restaurant.

Atmosphere: 4

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Cevapi, Burek

Jacob The Cat

Very kind staff, and amazing food!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

MichaelL66

Tried this place the other night. Was worried because it wasn’t really busy for a Saturday night. But wow the food was great. Amazing goulash. Need to get back there again. Met the owner and he’s doing a great job. Tip: get a side of the house dressing to dip your calamari.

Angie Haes

What a hidden gem. Food was fresh and tasty. Prices are reasonable. Good atmosphere and clean. Give it a try.

Lars Gilbert

This place is very close to being top notch. The decor and seating need to be more intimate and not so industrially bright so the atmosphere matches the comfort level of the cuisine.Get the feel aligned with the culinary vibe and you're 5 stars all the way.Couple few things...1) Always. Have. Chicken. Paprikash. Seriously, make it happen.2) Build an experience around the real goulash. Make it a multi-course, small plate, layered production that culminates in dipping peasant bread into that beefy goodness.3) One word: Klepe

Atmosphere: 4

Food: 4

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Beef Goulash, Raznjici Beef Kebabs Rahz-Nyee-Chee, Stuffed Peppers

melinda r

Really great food. We had the gyro and the goulash. Very good! We will definitely return to try more.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 4

Greg Tagtow

Two nights in a row, two amazing meals! Everything was so good and the sevice is fantastic. Servers were very attentive and chatting with the owners was so fun. Felt like home at a family dinner. Highly recommend.

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Mersim's | Bosnian + American Restaurant

126 E Ridgeway Ave Suite A, Waterloo, IA 50702
(319) 883-3055