El Merkury

$ • Latin American, Pet Friendly

Hours:
2104 Chestnut St, Philadelphia
(267) 457-5952

About El Merkury

El Merkury is a restaurant serving unique Guatemalan street food with style. The menu offers a variety of tasty dishes, including chicken taquitos with a distinctive sauce and delicious churros. The ambiance is vibrant, featuring colorful walls and Central American music, creating a lively atmosphere that many find appealing. Prices are reasonable, and the service is excellent, as the staff, led by the chef, provides attentive and thoughtful care to customers. Guests order their meals using a touchscreen, and the food is brought to the table by the chef, enhancing the experience.

While portion sizes may be slightly smaller, the food is satisfying and does not leave one feeling overly full. Customer favorites include the cheesy corn, flavorful beets, pupusas, tostadas, and the soft serve with churros, often enjoyed drizzled with hot Nutella. The restaurant is noted for its quick, fresh, and flavor-packed meals, with a great selection for meat lovers, vegetarians, and vegans alike. El Merkury also emphasizes sustainability, using compostable cutlery and plates. Overall, El Merkury provides a pleasant and enjoyable dining experience that many locals and visitors appreciate.

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El Merkury Reviews

4.3
182 ratings
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Food
4.2
Atmosphere
4.6
Service
4.5

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There are several defining moments in a man's life: his first friend, the first time he drives a car, his wedding day, and the first time he tastes pupusas from El Merkury. I drove two hours to experience this mecca of food and I am considering doing it again tomorrow.

Best pupusas in the area.

because making your employees wear their vaccination proof on their wrist is asinine. Do you do the same to your customers that dine in?

Find a better marketing tactic because shaming and promoting peoples' own personal health choices isn't a good one

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Hours

Monday 7AM - 4PM
Tuesday 7AM - 4PM
Wednesday 7AM - 4PM
Thursday 7AM - 4PM
Friday 7AM - 4PM
Saturday 7AM - 4PM
Sunday Closed
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