Just bellied up to Austin's copper bar for some yummy lunch. This cozy place, clearly reeking of history and warm vibes, served amazing portions and great flavors. I'm a Reuben fanatic. Mercy served up just what you'd want in a Reuben! My seasonal veggie side was fresh and flavorful without becoming soggy or bland. Respect. Thankfully, my friend order the fries. These were special- truffle and Parmesan russets perfectly fried to crispy yet still soft and warm inside. The big surprise was when I noticed whole garlic cloves roasted and scattered throughout! Amazing. Local and some far delicious tap selections rounded out our experience (I had a Guinness). Thanks so much Austin at Mercy! You've got a great thing going! We will be back!
Vanessa M.
We were starving when we arrived and I think we arrived at the perfect time. The place was already pretty packed at 4 pm on a Friday. The drinks were outstanding, and so was the food. There was a band playing. Lots of locals(which always a great sign). A very laidback place, fast service and great food. Nothing more to ask for. Will be back the next time I visit Salem.
Anna Lonergan
One of the best burgers I’ve ever eaten! Garlic fries are amazing
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Heather Scaife-Arkley
Parking is a hassle but heard you can park at wharf. Walk to venue. Must eat place.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Sky E.
Mercy has excellent cocktails, great food, and awesome tavern vibes. We love it here and have always had great service. I will caution that you'll see a mouse (we call him Mickey) running around and the cocktails are over priced. We've never had an issue with it and love the live music nights.
Marga Martínez
Nachos are
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Lynden Campbell
We loved the Mercy
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
shannon mcswegan
Good food delivered quickly. Bar has a great atmosphere. Christina was great, definitely creating a warm and welcoming vibe. Can’t wait to go back.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Ilana Kapra
Friendly staff, crowded often, veggie options.
Jessica O.
Fantastic dinner. Went with friends and had this beautiful salad with steak tips. So delicious and filling. There was even live music. The place is small, which we weren't expecting so we did have to wait a bit, but the host and servers were super kind and helpful. Totally a great find!
If you're a true garlic girlie, the garlic fries here are a MUST MUST MUST The service is wonderful, the food divine, and the mocktails are soooo good (try the Fast Car).
Cheryl Renae Cain
A small but very nice place. The food was wonderful and was nicely plated. we really enjoyed it a lot. was nice to see a menu that's a little different and interesting. the staff was really nice.
Comedy Shotgun
One of the best places in Salem! Nice folks, fab into someone from Texas.
The wife and I visited last night for dinner. My wife had stake tips cooked to perfection and I had perhaps the best Ruben sandwich that I have ever had.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
J. P.
Was hoping I would have a chance to check this place out when I was visiting Salem/Beverly for some concerts. This place didn't let me down. First off, this is prob busy most of the time around meal times, weekends, holidays, etc. I think it's one of the best places around for a pint and a burger, which is exactly what I had. Would have love to come on a weekday, but alas my visit was on a long weekend in February on a Sat (around 3pm) but the place was still very busy. Because I was solo and it was the only option, I sat at the bar and had great service. My first option for beer was sold out so I had a Lawson's and the Mercy Burger or whatever it was called. Both were excellent. The garlic fries were a little soggy/smooshy but otherwise, still very good. Honestly the food and drink were just were just what I needed. All told, a little bit pricey but I feel like that's the new normal these days and is in a particularly historic section of Salem. I would def come back but prob wouldn't do a night of drinking here because I could see it getting expensive - that said, the place has a very cool ambience with neat art, good staff and pretty chill clientele so I have no hesitation giving it a 5/5.
Just bellied up to Austin's copper bar for some yummy lunch. This cozy place, clearly reeking of history and warm vibes, served amazing portions and great flavors. I'm a Reuben fanatic. Mercy served up just what you'd want in a Reuben! My seasonal veggie side was fresh and flavorful without becoming soggy or bland. Respect. Thankfully, my friend order the fries. These were special- truffle and Parmesan russets perfectly fried to crispy yet still soft and warm inside. The big surprise was when I noticed whole garlic cloves roasted and scattered throughout! Amazing. Local and some far delicious tap selections rounded out our experience (I had a Guinness). Thanks so much Austin at Mercy! You've got a great thing going! We will be back!
We were starving when we arrived and I think we arrived at the perfect time. The place was already pretty packed at 4 pm on a Friday. The drinks were outstanding, and so was the food. There was a band playing. Lots of locals(which always a great sign). A very laidback place, fast service and great food. Nothing more to ask for. Will be back the next time I visit Salem.
One of the best burgers I’ve ever eaten! Garlic fries are amazing
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Parking is a hassle but heard you can park at wharf. Walk to venue. Must eat place.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Mercy has excellent cocktails, great food, and awesome tavern vibes. We love it here and have always had great service. I will caution that you'll see a mouse (we call him Mickey) running around and the cocktails are over priced. We've never had an issue with it and love the live music nights.
Nachos are
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
We loved the Mercy
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Good food delivered quickly. Bar has a great atmosphere. Christina was great, definitely creating a warm and welcoming vibe. Can’t wait to go back.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Friendly staff, crowded often, veggie options.
Fantastic dinner. Went with friends and had this beautiful salad with steak tips. So delicious and filling. There was even live music. The place is small, which we weren't expecting so we did have to wait a bit, but the host and servers were super kind and helpful. Totally a great find!
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If you're a true garlic girlie, the garlic fries here are a MUST MUST MUST The service is wonderful, the food divine, and the mocktails are soooo good (try the Fast Car).
A small but very nice place. The food was wonderful and was nicely plated. we really enjoyed it a lot. was nice to see a menu that's a little different and interesting. the staff was really nice.
One of the best places in Salem! Nice folks, fab into someone from Texas.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Mercy Burger, Grilled Cheese, Fried, Tzatziki Fries
The wife and I visited last night for dinner. My wife had stake tips cooked to perfection and I had perhaps the best Ruben sandwich that I have ever had.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Was hoping I would have a chance to check this place out when I was visiting Salem/Beverly for some concerts. This place didn't let me down. First off, this is prob busy most of the time around meal times, weekends, holidays, etc. I think it's one of the best places around for a pint and a burger, which is exactly what I had. Would have love to come on a weekday, but alas my visit was on a long weekend in February on a Sat (around 3pm) but the place was still very busy. Because I was solo and it was the only option, I sat at the bar and had great service. My first option for beer was sold out so I had a Lawson's and the Mercy Burger or whatever it was called. Both were excellent. The garlic fries were a little soggy/smooshy but otherwise, still very good. Honestly the food and drink were just were just what I needed. All told, a little bit pricey but I feel like that's the new normal these days and is in a particularly historic section of Salem. I would def come back but prob wouldn't do a night of drinking here because I could see it getting expensive - that said, the place has a very cool ambience with neat art, good staff and pretty chill clientele so I have no hesitation giving it a 5/5.