Went for brunch with friends and it was amazing! Service was impeccable and the food was phenomenal. Michelin 2025 Winner attests to their food quality and service. Great drinks and wine list. read more

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I was beyond dissapointed and kind of shocked by our experience here. We had a reservation for over a month and had to pay $150 deposit to keep that reservation. Our group of 6 got there at 5:30, 15 mins early for our reservation, prior to the large crowd about to come in for the concert that night. It took 30 minutes to put 5 martinis on the table. Our food did not come out until 7:30 - almost 2 hours after sitting down. Tables around us were served before we were and finished and left before our food came out. Not once did a manager or our server George come check on us or tell us there was an issue. Every meal that we received was cold, but we had no other choice but to eat it due to how long it took and making it to the concert by 8PM. This was the night of the Andrea Borcelli concert and the restaurant was full. Management should have prepared for a busy night. My party was so excited to eat in the Polar Bear room and head to the concert. How does a Michelin star restaurant let this happen and then force us to pay 20% gratuity? I was a server for 10 years and I would never let this type of experience happen to a party paying $100 a person in food and drinks. This was hands down the worst experience I've ever had at a restaurant. Management - you need to really work on your guest service and experience. Such a disappointment. read more

I visited Mercat for the second time tonight. My first brunch here was mid at best, and I wouldn't have returned had a friend not arranged a dinner here tonight. But I was hopeful that dinner could be a different experience here. Unfortunately the bar and kitchen were beyond slow - our drinks took over 30 minutes to arrive. Food took a hour. I ordered the mussels, which, I'm not sure if it was now the end of the night, but there was zero broth in the bowl and maybe fifteen salty mussels. It felt like they had to scrape the bottom of the pot to make my dish. The two pieces of bread that accompanied the plate were burnt and very bitter. Only the fries were palatable. Our waitress was amazing and the two stars are for her alone. Will not be coming here again. Completely overpriced and underwhelming. read more

The food was absolutely amazing. We also got the French onion soup but it seemed bland to us. The scallops were some of the best I've ever had. The escargot was beautifully cooked and would definitely. Would definitely come back for their happy hour. Also the gazebo area is gorgeous and perfect area for the evening or brunch. read more

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Went back for brunch again. Service was much better this time. It was less busy but they were more attentive and much quicker. Food wise I got the smoked salmon Benedict and was much happier with this meal. I always love some smoked salmon and the poached eggs were cooked perfectly. read more

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Some of the best pastries I've ever had as well as a nice place to get a unique French brunch. All of the entrees were very well seasoned and fresh. My only complaint was that the wait for food took quite along time. However if you're not in a rush then it's no big deal. I absolutely need to return to get another pastry basket and to have those fried potato galette again. read more

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Ambiance was super quaint. Food was pretty good. Service was not great. Can't believe it was Michelin recommended.

Mercat Bistro has long been one of my favorite spots, and it's recently earned a well-deserved nod from Michelin as a place worth visiting. The restaurant offers a variety of seating options--bar seating, intimate tables for two, four, or six near the bar, and larger group tables in a separate dining room across from the entrance. Personally, I prefer the cozy tables near the bar, where you can take in the lively atmosphere and the rich aroma of fresh coffee and espresso. I dine at Mercat several times a year, and it's always a relaxing and enjoyable experience. This particular visit was a casual Saturday morning brunch, where I had coffee, Eggs Benedict, and breakfast sausages. The service was prompt, professional, and perfectly unobtrusive. Reservations are highly recommended--thanks to recent acclaim, the restaurant is often at full capacity. Complimentary valet parking is available on Harwood Street, and there's a lovely garden area adjacent to St Ann's next door, making the whole setting even more charming. read more

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Great food. Great vibes, great service. That is how I would describe the experience at Mercat Bistro. I came here for a date and both my date and I enjoyed our meal. The servers were attentive and came to check in with us often. read more

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This is my new favorite breakfast/brunch spot! I was craving a French-style breakfast and Mercat Bistro was it! I ordered the quiche florentine with greens and a side of potato gallette - all delicious! The service was even better! I was greeted by the kindest host who made my day! They offer indoor and outdoor seating options. I opted for outdoors and it was the perfect morning. Highly recommend if you're looking for French charm and cuisine to kickstart your day. read more

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Great time for my friends BD ! Would be back if I can Afterwards we walked around the downtown area great restaurants to try later. read more

BEEF TALLOW Phenomenal service, phenomenal food, and phenomenal atmosphere, all while cooking exclusively with beef tallow. read more

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Got to check this place out during the holidays and sat in their Polar Bear room. It was overall good but definitely want to try it again outside of the holidays because service was slightly off but understandable giving the busy time of the year. We were promptly seated when we arrived and for the polar bear room it appears they expanded their seating into the lobby of the building beside it. This is important to note, because as I mentioned earlier, extra seating means more people and more stress on the kitchen and this could have been the cause of delays we experienced. I had some escargot to start and their's was decent. Not the best I've had and not the worst so will put them in the middle. For my entree I got the short rib and that was excellent and highly recommend. Now the issues we had were long wait times in between check ins and food coming out. A good example I can provide is that given the delays between check ins we went ahead and ordered a side of fries to come out before our main food to snack on. After 25 minutes our fries never showed but our main food finally did. Luckily they brought the fries with them but would have been nice to have a snack in between. There were also times we had to ask someone else other than our server for items. Again, I do not fault them for this as it is a busy time of year and with extra tables it can be a lot logistically, especially when larger parties are present outside of our 4 top. So I will definitely be back another time to try them again on a non-holiday evening. read more

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Mercat Bistro also belongs to the hospitality group (I left a review there too) I just wanted to leave another one here because I had seriously the best experience at this restaurant. The food was just so delicious and the service was impeccable. The place is so cozy and inviting too you'll feel like you're at home read more

This was our first time visiting, and when we walked in, we were struck by the beauty of the place. We had a great time with friends, and the food was both good and delicious. However, I did order a cocktail that took an unusually long time to make; it was over 10 minutes for a simple drink. Overall, I had a nice experience and would definitely go back. read more

Harwood Hospitality Group - Salmon Benedict - French Near Me - Dallas, Texas

Mercat Bistro is a food portal to a quaint little café in Paris. From the moment you walk in the staff is very attentive. The service is impeccable, offering recommendations, refilling drinks or some occasional small talk it was a pleasant experience. The location is small and they're always packed, however, they manage to handle the flow of people well. The chefs that curated their menus deserve an award. Everything I've tried has been amazing. The pastry basket was so good I had to order some of them to go -- with their pistachio croissants being the highlight for me. The Mercat Burger is an amazing option if you're feeling something a little heavier for brunch. The drinks provide a nice compliment to their food. The coffee is equally great. The prices are on the higher end, but justified for the quality and experience. Highly recommend this restaurant for anything from a special occasion to a meetup with friends. read more

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I've been to Mercat Bistro twice now, and it's a lovely spot for an intimate brunch or dinner with friends or family. The space is cozy and charming. The first time, I sat inside the main dining room for lunch, and it was beautifully decorated with a great atmosphere. This time, we sat outside for dinner in the gazebo, which was really cute as well. The only thing to keep in mind is that when the doors are closed, there isn't a lot of air circulating inside but it was alright. Service was great- Our appetizers arrived quickly, and as soon as we finished, our entrées followed which made for a nice, well-paced dining experience. We shared a bottle of rosé, and I also ordered an espresso martini, which was fantastic -- one of the better ones I've had in Dallas. To start, we shared the ricotta & honey and the French country salad -- both were fresh and delicious. For my main, I had the moules frites, and the fries were crisp and seasoned. I also tried the gnocchi, which had a rich, buttery flavor that was amazing. Overall, Mercat Bistro is a great spot with good food, drinks, and atmosphere -- I'd definitely go back to try some of the other items on the menu! read more

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Went to Mercat for their NYE dinner where they had a set menu, paired with wine (though we opted for cocktails, which were excellent--especially the La Vie en Rose). The vibe was cozy, and the service was top-notch. Our waiter was friendly and attentive. The food, however, was hit or miss. The beef tartar had too much fat trims and lacked flavor, the foie gras's sides were a bit too sweet and the grilled salmon came out undercooked and took long to replace. Aside from that it was quite tasty. The chocolate cake and caramel mousse, were also a highlight. Overall, I'd return to try the regular menu since they have such high ratings. read more

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Gorgeous space with a lovely patio, bar and dining room. Excellent staff (hats off to our server, Stuart). We had a lovely lunch on the patio today. Delish! read more

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We met old friends for supper the other day and, gosh, I'd go back tonight. What a great supper! And what nice people - every single person we encountered at Mercat Bistro was gracious, friendly and helpful. Mercat was calm and beautifully decorated. The tables are close together but the vibe is not crowded (while it certainly feels Parisian, it's nowhere near as tight as you'd find there - just a delightful space); the noise level is lively but mellow, owing to the quality of the clientele and the subtle attention of the staff and management to things like kitchen noise, music and just general feel. We were able to have a couple hours of not-in-any-way rushed conversation to catch up; just a delight. The food was fantastic: I don't say this lightly, but this was the best venison I've ever eaten. Drinks were great and delivered with lightning speed by Oscar D., a most gracious gentleman (who later saved my night by finding my oafishly dropped credit card and telephoning me so I could rush back and reclaim it). All four of us loved the food and all four of us expressed a desire to return soon. read more

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Our waiter who I believe was also the owner was knowledgeable about where the ingredients of each dish. The outdoor patio was a breath of fresh air and was very nice for an early dinner. read more

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Valet parking is offered but we found 2 hour parking on the street. We made a reservation for the Polar Bear room which was a beautiful space with lots of Christmas trees, glass on one side and of course the singing bears. There was a special cocktail menu for the holiday and my mimosa with frozen fruit was very tasty. My eggs benedict and my daughter's avocado toast were delicious. Service was excellent. read more

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This fine dining establishment is in Uptown Dallas. Since we had just viewed the Impressionist exhibit at the Dallas Museum of Art, we thought it fitting to complement that experience by dining at this French cafe. We found free street parking nearby, but it looks like parking could be challenging at other times. It opens at 5:00 p.m. for dinner on Saturday evenings. We arrived when they opened their doors, so the place was empty except for the staff on hand. Consequently, we received excellent service. The staff were well dressed, so expect to wear collared shirts. Business casual is a minimum. Ladies, this is a great reason to get dressed up. They also serve lunch during the week and have brunch on the weekends. It's quite popular for brunch apparently, so make a reservation. We didn't have a dinner reservation, but it appears that is something expected of diners, especially if you plan to arrive later in the evening when it gets busy. The hostess did take our name and phone number and put our information in her database. The cafe is cute, stylish, with a dramatic rustic appearance. The dark wood chairs, the fine white linen table clothes, and white rose blooms with candlelight at each table give it an elevated experience. We started with the Ricotta and Honey. This is such a light, refreshing appetizer which is great for sharing. It was served with small pieces of fresh white bread. It's nice to note that you could order several small plates and enjoy them as tapas shared with your party. First the entree, my husband selected the striped sea bass. It had a crispy outer crunch and a perfectly flaky interior texture. The lemon butter sauce with capers was absolutely perfect atop this fish and grilled asparagus. My husband exercised great restraint in not licking the plate, but he was uncouth by scraping his fork along the ceramic surface to scoop up every morsel of the buttery goodness he could gather. Who has the recipe for this brown butter sauce? My husband will gladly pay you for it. I went for the roasted venison which was served medium rare and sliced in half dollar sized medallions. It was accompanied by a cooked red cabbage and spaetzle, a small egg noodle. The meat was tender and tasty. I would definitely recommend it. I shared a bite with my husband, and he was begging for more. We both ordered desserts. You have the option to get a full portion, which we mistakenly did. These were as big as our main course. You can also ask for an individual portion which is apparently much smaller, more of a sample to taste. We ordered the Caramel Hazelnut Crunch which was sort of a chocolate hazelnut ganache. The menu said mousse, but it was quite dense. It had a hardened shell with crispy bits decorating the outside edge. Some fluffy cream was served on the side. I love hazelnut, but I was not overly impressed with this dessert. My husband enjoyed it. He was drawn to it because the name started with "caramel", but I didn't taste or even see any caramel included in this recipe at all. I opted for the bread pudding. It surprised me that such a low-brow dish graced the menu here, but I love it so much, I always get it when I see it on the menu. It was monstrous in size and topped with chocolate ice cream. It satisfied my sweet tooth, but I doubt I would get it again unless I got the smaller portion to share with someone. I'd like to note that they have a full bar and a lot of wines available. We just had water. The waiter regularly visited our table to top off our water glasses. They were small in size, but they were never left empty. Our meal was about $125. The quality and service definitely fit the price. read more

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From the moment we stepped into the grand, yet slightly intimidating lobby of the downtown building where Mercat is located, we were greeted with warmth and charm that immediately set the tone for an unforgettable dining experience. The unique setup, with tables nestled right inside the hotel lobby, seamlessly flows into the bistro's cozy dining area, creating an inviting atmosphere that feels both fancy and approachable. We visited during the holiday season, and let me just say--Christmas magic was *alive* here. The restaurant had animatronic polar bears set up, it was like stepping into a festive dream, with twinkling lights, snowflakes, and a level of Christmas cheer that felt so romantic and enchanting. It was perfect for a family outing, and honestly, I can't imagine a more magical setting to share a meal. Speaking of meals, the food was beyond delicious. We went all-in with a range of dishes: the braised short ribs were tender and full of flavor, the vegetarian gnocchi was comforting and rich, and our little one devoured the chicken and fries from the kids' menu (so glad they had options for all ages!). Every bite was a delicious - we left feeling completely full and satisfied! The service was fantastic, too--our waitress was not only attentive but also kind enough to take some beautiful family photos for us. It's those little touches that really make a place stand out. A quick note: there is a deposit required to sit near the animatronic polar bears, but honestly, it's well worth it for the experience and the amazing ambiance. If you're looking for a memorable dining experience in Dallas--especially during the holidays--Mercat Bistro is the perfect spot! read more

Came for Saturday brunch. The service was excellent , very attentive and friendly. The peche mignon cocktail was really good and kinda cool. I had the quiche Loraine and the flavor was outstanding. We will definitely be back when we are in Dallas. read more

I want to eat every meal, every day at Mercat Bistro! Everything about this restaurant is wonderful. We had brunch on a Sunday morning before a Mavs game, without a reservation and was able to get in and out before the game. Our waitress was amazing, I wish i could remember her name. I had two oat milk hazelnut lattes and they were delicious, one was cold and one was hot. Others in my party had a pineapple mimosa and a cranberry mimosa...very good! The decor, feel and ambiance was great. My Quiche Lorraine was yumm with an extra large slice of quiche. We also ordered the eggs benedict, avocado toast and french dip. All of our plates were empty and licked clean (OK, not really). do yourself a solid and get you some grub from Mercat Bistro! read more

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Worst service I have experienced in a long time. Had to ask for service three separate times and finally had to ask for the check without having eaten. Saw our server exactly once in 45 minutes. Not even an inquiry from management as to how our service was when we were clearly leaving without having eaten. read more

Nice coffee. The service was prompt, but the gentleman who took our order tainted the experience by being quite grumpy. Ambiance was great, and I'd love to go back and hopefully get a better servixe read more

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I have never felt such sticker shock in my life: $20 for two 5 oz glasses of orange juice. Truly laughable.

Deceptive tipping practices. small print already added tip and then asked for more tip which i fell for. waiter did not explicitly mention this to me and should've been more upfront about it. very deceptive and will not be coming back to this restaurant. such a shame - food was decent, service was spotty but acceptable. read more

We had just finished dinner elsewhere and the lovely Lace grabbed us from the Valet and offered us a complementary dessert just to be a sweetheart and help ring in 2026. Lace is amazing and the whole staff. We've not had the chance to try the full menu but it looks AMAZING!! We will absolutely be back and bring friend. I highly recommend Mercat Bistro!!! 5 stars! read more

When you walk into this restaurant it feels warm and inviting. The service was fair but not outstanding. We started with the escargot (not my favorite, was way too buttered and just left a film in my mouth, the steak tartare was excellent as was the oysters. We ordered the roasted chicken which was flavorful and moist. Didn't even use the gravy for it. We also had the striped bass which was done very well. I like their patio which was easy and relaxed. read more

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Intimate ambiance for a date night or a cozy girl date! We were able to easily make reservations online and were promptly seated upon arrival. Parking garage is adjacent to the restaurant and is free! Everything was delicious! I'd recommend it all! During the winter they do have a "winter wonderland" exhibit on the other part of the restaurant that I believe requires a different sort of reservation. The winter wonderland experience includes animated bears that move from time to time as well as a plethora of flocked Christmas trees adorned with lights and beautiful ornaments! Great photo opportunities with kids, family, etc. Also kid friendly, they had a baby changing table in the bathroom. read more

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I had a lovely experience here. It definitely captured a French Bistro atmosphere. I believe my waitress was French. She served us well, sweet, informative and attentive. The croissant, green chile chicken crepes, lavender latte I ordered were all delicious no complaints. read more

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Went for Valentine's for the first time. Was promised potato galette, received a single tater tot. Was promised gnocchi with duck confit, received gnocchi with no duck confit. The fois gras was ice cold, the lemon tart tasted like a cheap supermarket frozen dessert. read more

Positives: The French bistro ambience is nice. I liked the indoor patio area with the glass walls. It's a very busy and popular place. However, the food was average at best. The pastry basket was decent but wish it would've come warm and fresh. The Green Chili crepes were bad. The filling was basically just scrambled eggs with no flavor and the sauce on top was thick and congealed. The French Dip was ok. The fries were the best part - thin and crispy! The Mercat Burger was so burnt, all you could taste was char. Not a great meal sadly. read more

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Honestly we were looking for a restaurant with good food that was decorated for Christmas and got super excited about the polar bear room. We made reservations and were super confused because there was a polar bear room option as well as a polar bear table option. In order to reserve the polar bear room it was no cost. To reserve the polar bear table it was $50. No explanation of the difference but you figure it has to be great so we went for it. When we got to the restaurant I told the guy the name for the reservation and he tried to seat us at the regular table inside. I had to tell him we reserved the polar bear table. He then walked us into another separate room. It was absolutely gorgeous with flocked Christmas trees and the polar bears were at the front singing and dancing. We got to sit by them. The downfall of the bears, you had to push a button for every single song. Fun for the first few, but annoying to have to continue so it's not awkwardly silent with only our table talking. The $50 was to sit at the table next to the polar bears. We were the only table in there when we got there. Absolutely ridiculous to be charged $50 for that. It took quite some time before our waitress came to our table. She was friendly enough, but definitely got the feeling that she was not a seasoned waitress. We ordered cocktails and every one that we tried, was absolutely delicious. This deserves the one star. We all got our drinks except one person. She waited an hour and had to ask the waitress and the waitress used the "oh, I've been waiting for them to make it." It felt that she just forgot to enter it. We started with escargot. It was the worst escargot I've ever had in my life. Honestly if that was the first time, I would never eat it again. It was oily, bland & gritty. It was not what I was craving, the garlicky, buttery, deliciousness. It was highly disappointing. The Shishito peppers were delightful! The cheese jam (I forget what it was called) appetizer was delicious. French fries were... French fries. But room temperature. My husband got the duck comfit. He said that it lacked flavor and was over done. The potato's and puree had no flavor and room temperature. My friend and I both got the gnocchi and rabbit. There was hardly any rabbit at all. A decent sized bone that I almost choked on, the gnocchi was way overcooked, and the flavor was not impressive. Very bland and room temperature. My other friend got the onion soup. She said it was ok. Nothing impressive. Bland and room temperature. But she likes bland food, so at least there is that. Overall, the $50 for the reservation was not worth it, the food is overpriced and lacks flavor and being hot and the service is friendly enough, but slow and mediocre at best. read more

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Great food! My party was seated in the gazebo, which was a charming and unique location. The charcuterie board was good and the short rib was delicious. Our server was nice and brought the food out quickly. Great location for a date or small groups. read more

We had dinner here at the polar bear table and it was fantastic. Such a fun thing to do over the holidays. We ordered rainbow trout, short ribs, and roasted chicken. They were all exceptional. We also had crème brûlée and chocolate crème pots for dessert. We also ordered La Vie en Rogue drinks which were very delicious. The service was really good and quick especially important since we were dining out with our small children. The only down side is they don't serve kids menus for dinner so the kids ate side dishes and bites of our food. But they loved the musical polar bears so they were happy as clams. read more

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Mercat Bistro is an elegant yet casual spot for brunch or dinner. The service is excellent, and the limited seating allowed our waiter to give us lots of attention. The food was delicious, the smoked salmon and the roasted artichoke were my favorites. I would come back just to eat all of the appetizers because I liked them that much. read more

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