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    Merl's Tavern

    4.7 (14 reviews)
    InexpensiveSports Bars, Pubs
    Open 11:00 am - 12:00 AM (Next day)

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    Bloody Mary and a little beer for $5. Try it with cucumber vodka.
    Megan K.

    Really awesome guy that owns this bar. I used to live across the street and we'd run over and do shots then all of us would run back to my house. Just went back with a group after the funeral of a good friend and the waitress was awesome. She was so good to us! And Bloody Mary's are $5 and you get a small beer with it. Made me realize I missed this place!!

    Room full of very satisfied customers!
    Hurley G.

    I cannot say enough wonderful things about Merl's! We hosted my mom's retirement party here a few days ago, and Tim, the owner, was amazing right from the start. He set aside half the bar for our party, had his servers line up the tables ahead of time and even allowed me to come in and decorate ahead of time. The bartenders were so very friendly and attentive, and even though there were a decent amount of folks in our group - about 40, not to mention the other half of the bar had a load of regulars - no one ever had an empty glass. Food here is wonderful, too; in fact, we chose Merl's because my mom raves about their coney nachos. Had some, and wow, she wasn't lying!! Drink prices are crazy good, food is yummy, plentiful and very, very affordable, too. What made the biggest impression on me, having never been before, was the smell. This place smells like it opened yesterday, and I'm told it's been around going on three years! Everything was so... CLEAN! Even the bathrooms were spotless and fresh-smelling. Lots and lots of light from all the windows, too. I can definitely see why they have so many faithful regulars; it's definitely going to be a stop for me each time I come back to town. Kudos to Merl and the girls, for running a top-notch business! Could NOT have been more thrilled with everything! Thank you so much!!

    Air Freshener in men's room ... gotta love it

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    Excellent service and great food, very very friendly staff ,and a. Very fun place to. Be

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    Always fun. Limited menu but good bar food. Great sports bar, and lots of specials like trivia and comedy nights.

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    We hosted my mom's retirement party here a few days ago, and Tim, the owner, was amazing right from the start.

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    Bravehearts Pub - No one in front of house or behind the bar Server and bartender stuck in the kitchen cooking food

    Bravehearts Pub

    3.5(29 reviews)
    36.4 mi
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    I've been there twice now…read more First night (Saturday) there was very loud, derogatory rap music playing. Families with kids eat there, they should not have to hear stuff like that. It was very hard to communicate with the server due to the noise. The actual menu is a lot smaller then what is shown on their website. Especially fish options. I had grouper tenders which were small and mostly breading. Not worth it. Fries were excellent. Tartar sauce appeared to be pure mayo, no sign of relish or lemon at all. Ketchup, mustard, and salt were the only condiments on the table, not sure if anything else was available, like cider vinegar or even pepper. It's a pub, you would think all that stuff to be automatic. Second night (9 pm Sunday) I tried to go elsewhere because of my previous night's experience, but not many other options. Most of Alma was already closed. Tonight there was no music playing, so I was able to have a conversation. I had the olive burger with steak fries, my son had boneless wings with Thai sauce and waffle fries. Everything was very good, and a good value for the money. I guess I need a third night to be a tie-breaker.

    I have been to Bravehearts in the past since family lives in Alma. This past visit was painful…read more This business smelled awful. Basically took my drink to the outdoor patio (which was nice) and ended the night. Although I can't confirm my family member who likes to drink alot said the place was undergoing sewer repairs in the basement.

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    Bravehearts Pub - This is the beautiful smokers patio, trashed by its own patrons.  SAD

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    This is the beautiful smokers patio, trashed by its own patrons. SAD

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