Merk Snack Bar

189 Ottawa St N, Hamilton
(905) 869-9159

Recent Reviews

madeline ruud

Hit up Merk with my bestfriend yesterday as it is our favourite spot after a good day of thrifting. We were very excited for the highly anticipated new menu my friend has been telling me about. We were the first ones there and it felt extra special to be some of the first guests to try the new eats and drink menus. Chef killed it!!! We were so over the moon about the flavour combinations and our server/bartender had the best recommendations to navigate the new choices. The pork belly Boa Buns are at THE TOP of my favourites list!! We also got a couple of mocktails, which that specific server made signature and is on the menu, The Paperless Plane. Just, wow. ?All of this followed by a decadent devils food cake jar with score bits and light whipped cream kept a whole smile on my face the rest of the day. The vibes, the people and the food here are always above 5 star. We can’t wait to visit with more friends again. Go try the new menu immediately!!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Korean Fried Chicken, Jerk Chicken Taquitos

Jack Tidd

Came in here with a party of 4 and was not disappointed. Our server, Nate was attentive, hilarious, and gave us amazing recommendations. Couldn’t have asked for a better night out and very glad we chose

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Deep Fried Pickles, Jerk Chicken Taquitos, Fish Taco

Shannon Principato

Had our book club there, and it was great. Food was delish. We basically ordered 1 of everything off the menu. By far, the Brussel sprouts and broccoli as well as the sliders were my favorite.The girls were amazing about checking on us, and I only gave 4 stars because the lights kept flickering and occasionally was blinded by the green stop light. Otherwise great place to meet up

Atmosphere: 4

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Scotch Eggs, Korean Fried Chicken, Deep Fried Pickles, Brisket Sliders, Chicken Dumplings, Jerk Chicken Taquitos

Samantha Hutchinson

Per usual, Shirlene and the team at Merk are absolutely incredible!Great cocktails - spirit forward!Lots of mocktail options now available which I LOVE!Amazing food!Can't wait to come back!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Kyle Gabriel

The atmosphere was so relaxed and calming. The drink menu is great and the snacks/appetizers were creative and delicious with a Caribbean twist. The drink were really good and it was just a genuinely nice time. The bartender/waiter was working alone and was able to serve drinks and serve the tables all by himself and did so very efficiently. I will be back.Dietary restrictions: They asked if we had any dietary restrictions

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Tater Tot Poutine, Jerk Chicken Taquitos

Laura Lynne

Great tapas type menu!!

Atmosphere: 4

Food: 5

Service: 5

marisa vriends

Amazing garlic bread & even better people! Felt very safe and not rushed. Will definitely be back!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Deep Fried Pickles, Mocktail

Michael Baughan

Food is great, service is top notch. Atmosphere is great.My only wish is that their seared mushroom plate was about 8x bigger because it's ridiculously delicious and I cannot stop eating it.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 4

Service: 5

A K

Great menu, great good. Sugar pie is so good

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Scotch Eggs, Korean Fried Chicken, Garlic and Cheese Naan, Brisket Sliders, Tater Tot Poutine, Jerk Chicken Taquitos

Neshta Reid

Super chill, cool vibe, amazing staff.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 4

Service: 5

Leonard Rodgers

This place is a great little spot to get together and have a few drinks and a bite to eat that is inexpensive. and they have a dj for music .great place to go p.s the service is 2nd to

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Korean Fried Chicken, Garlic and Cheese Naan, Brisket Sliders

KENT Q

Hats off to the kitchen staff! DELICIOUS. incredible value, great service. Highly

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Korean Fried Chicken, Tater Tot Poutine

Kyle

Amazing food, perfectly crafted cocktails and a relaxing atmosphere. What more could you ask for?

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Scotch Eggs, Korean Fried Chicken

Mario Domanico

Many savory snacks ?

Atmosphere: 4

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Scotch Eggs, Korean Fried Chicken, Chicken Dumplings, Jerk Chicken Taquitos

Jhing Rem

Food apps are delicious except for the jerk chicken taquitos. Bland. Jerk chicken suppose to be a bit spicy but unfortunately this one isn't. Avoid ordering if possible. Minimal food portions which doesn't justify the pricing. Not likely to return.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 3

Service: 5

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