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The Mercantile Reviews List

The Mercantile

The Mercantile is a wine bar and cheese place serving dinner nightly, weekday lunch and weekend brunch. We offer a wonderful selection of wines, cheese, charcuterie, fresh salads, entrees, small plates, sandwiches and gelato. We also have a full bar and cocktail list. You'll be happy discovering this country French gem in the middle of Hollywood. We have a free parking lot for customers and an outdoor patio.
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23 Current Reviews
Summary of Diner Ratings & Reviews
Overall 
4.3 / 5
(Outstanding) 4.3 / 5
(23 Reviews)
Open Ratings Snapshot
Rating Breakdown 23 reviews
5 stars
(11)
4 stars
(8)
3 stars
(3)
2 stars
(1)
1 star
(0)
Food 
4.3 / 5
(Outstanding) 4.3 / 5
Service 
4.1 / 5
(Outstanding) 4.1 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
2.2 / 3
Energetic
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Diners classify this restaurant as:
  • neighborhood gem(14)
  • great for outdoor dining(11)
  • fit for foodies(9)
  • notable wine list(8)
  • good for groups(6)
  • great for brunch(5)
The Mercantile Reviews List
Review 1 for The Mercantile
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

Loved this little spot

OpenTable Diner
Dined on 5/11/2013
Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Our food was delicious and we really enjoyed the decor, ambience, and service. We were drooling over the gelato display, but said no because we filled up on so much good stuff. Three of us shared 5 items from the salads, cheese and charcuterie, and oysters.
We were there at about 7:30 on a Saturday, so it was pretty quiet, not sure if it gets loud and crowded. Great for before or after a movie at Arclight."
Dined on 5/11/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem
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Review 2 for The Mercantile
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

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OpenTable Diner
Dined on 5/05/2013
Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"A fun place. On Cinco de Mayo we did brunch with another couple and had a great time. DJ set up next to us and explained what she was going to do and let us know it could be a bit noisy for us (we are all north of 65 years old) but the music turned out to be pleasant and not too loud. Bar and tables started to fill up with a younger crowd as morning turned to afternoon. Esoteric drinks were very good and food service and quality was very good. Great waitress."
Dined on 5/05/2013
Special Features: great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem, great for lunch
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Review 3 for The Mercantile
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

Interesting menu, excellent

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
Quiet
"Interesting menu, excellent food. Small dining room. Service very good overall, but a little leisurely - maybe on purpose to allow enjoyment of wine? It is nice not to feel rushed. Great experience."
Dined on 04/20/2013
 2011
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, great for brunch, great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion, great for lunch
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Review 4 for The Mercantile
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

I love this place. It's got

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"I love this place. It's got an "old world" wine bar feel. Cheese plates are great and there is a cold trout plate that is heavenly."
Dined on 03/26/2013
 2013
Special Features: great for outdoor dining, notable wine list
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Review 5 for The Mercantile
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

the bartenders were lovely

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"the bartenders were lovely and accomodating thanks for having us"
Dined on 03/19/2013
 2011
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Review 6 for The Mercantile
Overall rating 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5

Good Drinks, Horrible Brunch Food

Food 
1 / 5
(Poor) 1 / 5
Service 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Ambiance 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"I went here for brunch based on an online recommendation. I ordered "The Mexican" for my brunch drink-it was an interesting take on a bloody mary and I really enjoyed the drink. I would want to try out the other drinks in the future. However, the food I ordered was very bad, and I was disappointed. I ordered the basic breakfast (eggs,bacon,toast, and potatoes). The serving size was very small, the bacon was dry and unpleasant to eat, the bread was dry and without any butter or jelly, and the potatoes were ok. There was no original flavoring to any of the breakfast components. I could have made a much better breakfast at home, and I was upset that I had to pay so much for this very disappointing breakfast. I would not go back here for food."
Dined on 02/17/2013
 2013
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Review 7 for The Mercantile
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

The Mercantile is my favorite

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"The Mercantile is my favorite place to eat. Perfect for date night, girl's night, or just a great glass of wine to sip over a good book. The food is fresh and unique and the staff are very knowledgable. I definitely recommend it!"
Dined on 02/09/2013
 2012
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion, hot spot
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Review 8 for The Mercantile
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

i love this place. been wanting

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
"i love this place. been wanting to visit since it opened but never had a chance. glad i made it."
Dined on 02/03/2013
 2010
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for brunch, neighborhood gem, romantic, hot spot
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Review 9 for The Mercantile
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Sunday Brunch Spectacular

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"Service was great ... food was great and the DJ played very good music. Wonderful Sunday brunch"
Dined on 01/27/2013
 2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for brunch, great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem, hot spot
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Review 10 for The Mercantile
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Delicious fresh food and amazing

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"Delicious fresh food and amazing charcuterie. Also a really great patty melt!"
Dined on 01/25/2013
 2005
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion, hot spot
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Ratings-Only Reviews for The Mercantile
Based on the average of (13) ratings-only reviews
Overall 
4.2 / 5
(Outstanding) 4.2 / 5
2 out of 2 recommend this product
Food 
4.2 / 5
(Outstanding) 4.2 / 5
Service 
3.9 / 5
(Very Good) 3.9 / 5
Ambiance 
3.8 / 5
(Very Good) 3.8 / 5
Noise Level
2.2 / 3
Energetic