Mercato's Original Italian Restaurant
$$ • Italian, Pizza, Seafood
Hours:
952 Troy-Schenectady Rd, Latham
(518) 783-4444
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This evening (October 25th), my wife, son, and I decided to try a new place. We came in around 5:15 or so, were seated promptly in a booth by the bar, and given menus and bread. So far so good, right?
Well, in a twist worthy of M. Night Shyamalan, we turned totally invisible. I know what you must be thinking, but it's the only explanation for how the waitress at the next booth, the busboy who made multiple laps past ours, *and* the bartender behind the bar eight feet...read full review
My niece needed to use the bathroom and was doing the toddler bathroom dance. They decided to refuse her until a drink was purchased. We will not support as a result.
So this was my first time here…we had a birthday celebration for my boss! About 13 people. Reservations were for 6:00pm. I came about 15 minutes late, and some people had drinks already. We waited for our waitress to return and it was almost 1/2hr. She took our second drink order, and seemed annoyed. The restaurant was very busy (which we were told by other servers) another 1/2hr pasted and finally she took our food orders. At this point, we were very hungry and disappointed-I...read full review
Menu
Hours
| Monday | Closed |
| Tuesday | 4 - 9PM |
| Wednesday | 11AM - 9PM |
| Thursday | 11AM - 9PM |
| Friday | 11AM - 10PM |
| Saturday | 12 - 10PM |
| Sunday | 4 - 8:30PM |
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Mercato's Original Italian Restaurant is a cozy and relaxing place owned and operated by a friendly family. Customers praise the delicious food and great service, making diners feel like family from the moment they walk in. The menu features a variety of Italian dishes, with favorites like chicken parm, chicken scallopini, pizza, garlic knots, and pasta Alfredo. Many reviews highlight the quality of the food, with some mentioning special items like sticky toffee pudding and strawberry bruschetta. The restaurant offers a warm and beautiful atmosphere, perfect for special occasions such as anniversaries, especially when seated in the grotto surrounded by Christmas lights. While most dishes are praised, some mention that the veal and shrimp were overcooked, affecting the marinara sauce’s flavor. Service staff are frequently complimented for their attentive and friendly approach, often topping off drinks and helping with catering orders. Overall, Mercato's provides a delicious Italian dining experience with a welcoming atmosphere, making it a favorite for both casual bites and special celebrations.