The Merchant Tavern
$$ • American, Gastropubs, New American
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1824 Merriman Rd, Akron
(330) 865-9510
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The service is always impeccable. The food is delicious and the employees all make it such a wonderful dining experience. We will continue to give The Merchant Tavern the highest recognition for this establishment.
Our server, Shannon was amazing! My husband had the shrimp & grits (he’s originally from Savannah, GA & is such a shrimp & grits snob; but he loved it) & I had the rigatoni Bolognese! Everything was delicious & portions are large for the price you pay! The atmosphere is very nice & cozy with lots of seating options available. I recommend making reservations! We will definitely be back.
I want to start by saying that up until this point, The Merchant was one of my favorite restaurants in the area. The food and ambiance were always great, though admittedly the service usually left much to be desired. By that, I mean that the waitresses are always the same cookie cutter breed of rude young woman who seldom checks on your table and acts like your presence alone annoys them except when they come around to collect their tip. Regardless, I chose to look past it because...read full review
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| Monday | Closed |
| Tuesday | 4 - 10PM |
| Wednesday | 4 - 10PM |
| Thursday | 4 - 10PM |
| Friday | 4 - 11PM |
| Saturday | 12 - 11PM |
| Sunday | 4 - 10PM |
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The Merchant Tavern offers a friendly and accommodating atmosphere, featuring a diverse menu and an impressive selection of drinks, including a great beer selection. The restaurant can get crowded but maintains a pleasant vibe, with friendly and helpful staff who are bright and hardworking. Guests can enjoy delicious dishes such as salmon, hamburgers, Thai mussels, rigatoni Bolognese, and shrimp and Gouda grits, all made with fresh ingredients. Vegetarian and dietary restrictions are accommodated upon request. The restaurant is wheelchair accessible, with adjacent parking lots available. Guests can also enjoy the tasty fries, great burgers, and pleasing salads. The outdoor seating provides a lovely river view, enhancing the atmosphere. Be sure to save room for the toasted angel food cake with in-house chocolate sauce, a must-try dessert. With interesting specials and phenomenal drinks, including their towpath spirits and cocktails, The Merchant Tavern is a place where every dish exceeds expectations. Reservations are easy to make, but those who decide to go last minute may regret it if they can't get in.