The Merchant NC, Raleigh: Photos, Reviews & Location

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#11 of 15 Cocktail bars in Raleigh

LocalGuideWorld score: 4.32

0.1 km from the center of Raleigh

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5 ★71%
4 ★9%
3 ★7%
2 ★5%
1 ★8%

126 S Salisbury St, Raleigh, NC 27601, United States

themerchantnc.com

+1 919-833-3866

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What is the rating of The Merchant NC?: The Merchant NC is rated 4.3 out of 5 based on 215 reviews.
How does The Merchant NC rank in Raleigh?: The Merchant NC is #11 of 15 Cocktail bars in Raleigh by LocalGuideWorld score (rating weighted by number of reviews).
Where is The Merchant NC located?: 126 S Salisbury St, Raleigh, NC 27601, United States — 0.1 km from the center of Raleigh.
How can I contact The Merchant NC?: Phone: +1 919-833-3866 · Website: themerchantnc.com

Reviews (8)

nikki b 2024 Jun 06

Cheyenne made us the best Old Fashioned we’ve ever had. So good that I had to write a review about it!! Breanna was amazing and we got try her new fabulous drink (Lil Fruity) off their limited time Pride menu!
So glad we wandered into this bar. Great ambience.

Amanda Bankowski 2024 Apr 28

Food was awesome. Although they say small plates the fries and Brussels sprouts are enough for two! Try the lamb, we never had it with blueberries before and it was out of this world. Rating the atmosphere low because the music was not in style and it was very abrasive for the theme. Our server was amazing and the drinks were perfect! Many cocktails to choose from. This is a speakeasy so a reservation is recommended but sitting at the bar if they let you in would make for a fun night.

Kim Thoa 2024 Feb 03

This was a nice find! We didn't have reservations but they were able to get us in. the costs were comparable to other bars. service was great! we got the peppers which were yummy. the drinks were delicious as well. vibe was the favorite of all the bars we went to tonight. Thank you!

Anna Davis 2024 Jan 05

First off the food and drinks were absolutely delicious, no joke the best fries I have ever had. And the room is so cute, the cutest speakeasy.!! 1000% recommend going here!!!

Tina Lee 2023 Dec 26

Hands down is one of my favorite cocktail bars in Raleigh. This place is classy it’s fun ,it’s mystery ,it’s definitely some place I would love to come back

Rick Hadsall 2023 Dec 12

It amazes me how people will leave a wonderful review but do four stars. Folks, start at five and deduct for faults. No faults here - exquisite place to come, settle, have amazingly crafted cocktails, and have a good time. Hilary is an asset - she knows her spirits and how to mix them. Came for an event, came back for the quality.

Kendall Magesh-Davis 2023 Jul 15

Had a really great experience here! The service was great and the food was delicious. The drinks were unique (some great and some confusing!)

Our biggest critique was that the music was odd, it didn't match the vibe. It was like dance pop in a speakeasy.

MJ Worldwide 2023 Mar 19

I was really excited to come here. The atmosphere was beautiful and the music was jumping. Truly enjoyed my food and had exceptional service from Jacob. Then when we were about 3/4 finished we were asked to move tables to accommodate another party. As we were moving the table of four departed behind us. If the host would have waited one more minute he would have had his table of four and could have left us undisturbed. As I looked around there were a lot of other seating options but he chose to tell us to move. Jacob apologized several times but the experience was ruined. I did not feel valued as a customer and this is not a cheap place to eat. They tried to bring our food to us but I didn’t want it anymore after the host half cleared our old table and then brought our food to us. Tasteless actions on the part of the host. It’s the little things that make an experience but it’s the big things like asking us to move mid meal that break it. Good food, ultimately poor service. Do better. Not handicapped accessible.