The Merchant NC

126 S Salisbury St, Raleigh
(919) 833-3866

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Manisit Das

A cozy bar with plenty of spacing and great service that doesn’t feel cramped. Great place to enjoy an elaborate selection of drinks and have a conversation.

Atmosphere: 5

Service: 5

D Lucas

The food was good, we ordered several entrees to share with the table and everyone was pleased. The atmosphere was great, the music was nice but not too loud. The service was awful. Not really sure what’s our waiters issue was but she was terrible. She was rude, didn’t smile much and had an attitude the entire time before she handed off our table to someone else because she was leaving. The next server was great. We were talkative and nice. I didn’t like the fact that our tip was going to be spilt between the both of them because we felt like she didn’t deserve a penny. Either way, it’s a nice place to visit, but your server will make or break your night.

Atmosphere: 4

Food: 4

Service: 1

Jewel Walker

A pretentious attempt of a speakeasy. The service and drinks were basic.

Atmosphere: 3

Service: 3

Chip Haver

We went here to try something new for Restaurant Week (RW)... you'd think that they want to really shine so that you would come back when it's not Restaurant Week

First, the wings from the regular menu were great! We each ordered some of the RW menu items and shared.

The focaccia bread did not impress, the Brussels sprouts were very dry and bland. The carbonara was OK and the steak frites was pretty good.

It was not busy when we were seated, but busy when we left. Our second drink order for the table was never received and the waiter forgot to send to the bar...I think poor service from a nice person was the main reason we would not return again.

Atmosphere: 3

Food: 4

Service: 2

Kayla Senf

The food, vibe, and location were 11/10. The one area that would have made this a 5 star experience was the wait time for food and drinks, it was significant especially for a small plates and cocktail bar. I got the espresso martini and the presentation and flavor were amazing.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Nick Girioni

Had drinks for my birthday here with my gf, drinks were great and our bartender Luke was fantastic!

Atmosphere: 5

Service: 5

Todd Jarecki

Great cocktail bar. Have yet to try the food but it looks like a good little menu.

JonCin H

Hidden Gem!!! Their ambiance stands out, and the drinks take it to a whole new level. We ordered crafted cocktails, the bartenders (Cheyenne, Sydney and Tiffany) were attentive and friendly.

Villia Cruentia

The best hidden bar in Raleigh. Food is worth it alone. But the drinks you’ll dream about years later.

Daniel Ellis

Really awesome vibe inside, and great cocktails. Would totally come back.

Tanner Dean

Gave food four stars by default, we haven’t eaten here. Service is good but the music is always very loud - certainly cluby! The cocktails are all very sweet but drinkable. Consider this a late night stop at best. You don’t need a reservation, it’s not that serious.

ERIC Gilbert

The duck fat fries hit the spot after a few drinks! The Love Potion No. 126 was sweet and boozy. And it was the first time I've had a cocktail with Boba poppers in it. It was fruity and strong. And the flower was a lovely garnish. 9.6/10 for the Love Potion!

P Leonardo

I came here with a friend back in February and we ordered two drinks . We waited nearly 30 minutes with nothing in front of us. Our server Owen walked past us multiple times and never acknowledged us. It was not that busy for a Friday night. Owen was so rude never checked in or updated us with why the drinks were taking so long so I ended up leaving and telling him it was taking too long. He had an attitude and never even said sorry. And Apparently he went and told the bar staff I walked out on my drinks that I NEVER even received. I used to frequent this bar often and tell friends to visit . The service there has fallen off so bad .

Sara McCord

Had a lovely time! Drinks were great. Service was great. Fun presentations and the staff was super kind.

Atmosphere: 5

Service: 5

Mr. Cannon

Definitely overrated, and the food was extremely blend. The drinks were average at best.

Atmosphere: 4

Food: 2

Service: 2

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