One Heckuva Club Merc Sandwich! Filled me up for quite a bit. Place is tucked away, but a good find. read more

Mercantile - Club Merc Sandwich - A sandwich with turkey, lettuce, and tomato slices on white bread, placed on a piece of wax paper. - Bakeries Near Me - Dennis, Massachusetts

Standard deli meat sandwiches but not a place to go if you aren't willing to endure a long wait. It was going to take 30 minutes for sandwiches to be ready and the poor girl running the registered seemed to have lost an order. To bypass the wait, we opted to get the premade ones in the fridge which there were 4 options to choose from. The Cape Coddah with turkey, stuffing, and cranberry sauce wasn't anything special so I'd recommend opting for something else. The space itself seemed nice with lots of seating and natural light. There is an open upstairs seating area where you can watch the action below. While there is space to work out of there, it's a bit loud and I didn't see many outlets about. There is also limited outdoor seating as well. read more

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We stopped here while visiting the Cape out of season and could not have been happier! This quaint local spot was tucked away in Dennis and filled with happy customers. It's a locals go-to spot for a cozy morning coffee, a quick lunch, or an afternoon pastry. With options ranging from freshly brewed Cape Cod coffee to delectable pastries, and a menu featuring local and regional specials you're sure to find something you'll love! Our experience was nothing short of exceptional! The service was stellar! There was a younger crew behind the counter who crafted everything to perfection! We enjoyed wraps, sandwiches, a breakfast bowl, and grabbed some muffins to-go. We will definitely be stopping here again read more

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Super adorable seating areas, with places to work and chat. I love getting their muffins for breakfast, and they've got a ton of flavors to choose from. The staff are generally pretty nice, and it feels super welcoming. read more

I haven't had something that I dislike here. I've been getting lunch from this spot since the mid 90's. It's as consistent as you could possibly get. I have my favorites on the menu (chicken salad sandwich called the Ploughman or the Turkey sandwich called the Mouthful) but I love knowing that on any given day I could just randomly choose ANYTHING on the menu to mix it up and know that I will enjoy it. The employees always greet you with a smile and kindness even when they are slammed with a lunch crowd. It has a classic ambiance of a lunch / coffeehouse with local artists work on the walls, nice old wooden floors, neatly written chalkboard menus in a great location north of 6A in Dennis and it is always CLEAN. It really doesn't get much nicer than that. The Merc is clearly managed with passion and care. As a side note I was recently diagnosed with celiac disease and I was thrilled to find that they offer gluten free bread, muffins, cookies and other assorted baked goods. Not only that but they are very careful to use a clean work space and make sure everything is safely prepped. Anyone who has to deal with any sort of severe food allergy know this means so much more than just having a good meal. I don't typically write reviews but I'm just grateful to have this spot to go to, finding solace that I can safely enjoy a meal there and know that I will love it every single time! read more

Great food and service! We had lunch there one day and stopped for breakfast sandwiches the next. If you're in Dennis, try it out!!

The single best sandwich shop on Cape Cod! And I've been coming to the Cape for 60 years!

Fantastic sandwiches, pastries and coffee. Our go to spot for breakfast and lunch. We usually grab sandwiches on the way back from the beach and with online ordering it's a breeze. Great people and a great spot. read more

45 minute wait for a buttered bagel, poor service, super slow. The place is filthy, employees act like you're in their way. Stick with Peterson's market down the road, or even the underground bakery next door. This merc is the drizzzling shits read more

Sandwiches are very tasty and made with fresh ingredients! Everyone is always super happy and upbeat ! The chicken salad on-top of the garden salad is my go to with the cranberry vinaigrette dressing! Highly recommend Will frequent often! read more

I come to this charming deli every chance I get. Great food, service, and a wonderful place to spend a few minutes during your day. A little piece of the cape I look forward to every time! read more

Honestly after reading the reviews about bad service I was nervous to come here but we stopped on the way to the beach for a couple sandwiches and had a great experience. The girls that work there were extremely nice and even helped us with some local tips on parking for Mayflower as the lot was full. Yes they're all teenagers but everyone we encountered was working fast and customer service was great. Sandwiches were very good, chicken salad sandwich is a must try. read more

Mercantile - Cape Codder & Chicken salad on the beach - Sandwiches are laid out on a paper wrapper on a beach blanket, with a sandy beach and ocean visible in the background. - Bakeries Near Me - Dennis, Massachusetts

First item I selected was moldy. Asked price of 2nd item (croissant), which turned out to be 40% more than an expensive NYC establishment like Zabar's. Broken equipment. I am sure some people find this charming, but I am not one of them. Peace out. read more

Love this place! Breakfast sandwiches and coffee in the morning with friends here is the best Love the muffins and other goodies Made to order pies are delicious Great service and great company! read more

Enjoyed our sandwiches here last year so made a note to go again this summer. Unfortunately service is extremely slow (30 minutes for 4 sandwiches) and our order was not correct once we received. We had waited so long we just made do, but our sandwiches were pretty dry. They have a lot of staff working (I saw 7 different people) but only 2 making sandwiches-a bigger counter to make orders and more staff on sandwich duty would probably make this a better experience all around! read more

Perfectly fine sandwiches, but they didn't quite measure up to the menu descriptions or the hype. Processed turkey will never be great.

An organization that can produce a quality product with lots of flavor absolutely gets my positive vote and that is the Mercantile or the Merc. Love those raspberry almond muffins. And the girls behind the counter that pick up the phone and put my order together this summer we're awesome!! Props to them. They understand customer service. But the baked goods ARE MADE FRESH EVERY MORNING. Cinnamon buns, muffins, great coffee. I've seen lots of people order sandwiches to take to the beach. It's a place that has a following year after year because they execute and make a great product. read more

Still a line and still quite a wait for 1 sandwich. After My first review, I have come back twice and it has not changed. The sandwiches are good, but the poorly-run sandwich-making station is killing this business. People looked frustrated. read more

Mercantile - Always a line at the Merc. Nice, friendly staff, but a wait for a single sandwich is not worth the 20 minute wait (or longer!). - Bakeries Near Me - Dennis, Massachusetts

Hidden gem! Walking up it's not unusual to see a dog just lying around enjoying the day on the porch. Inside it's not unusual to see a bunch of locals sitting around the huge dinning room table talking about books, politics, sports, other Cape Cod happenings. Coffee - excellent self serve. Muffins - tons of 'em Sandwiches - yummy made to order. Fish cakes, maybe not everyday but they should be - some of the best! Look for their daily lunch specials. Well worth the effort to find it behind the post office - watch out for the crazy drivers. read more

This great little sandwich shop and bakery is probably the best "let's get something to take to the beach" place in Dennis and maybe on the Cape. Tucked off of scenic Rt 6A, it's within a 5 minute drive (20 minute walk you lazy nut) from some of the best Cape beaches around and next door to a lovely little art gallery. It's Cape Cod at it's best. I've been going here for years and I usually get the same thing. A cup of good chowder (maybe not the best from the shores but it's perty darn tasty) and a sandwich (roast beef, swiss, sprouts on fresh baked anadama bread). Sometimes chips and a drink too. From what I've seen and heard from others who go there is the rest of the food and sandwiches are beyond amazing. The baked goods have always called to me but I've never answered. I save room for the occasional second sandwich to stuff me at the beach. It's worth it. Fresh ingredients, friendly young staff, great location and the perfect spot for that afternoon snack between beaches. A Dennis tradition that should not be missed no matter where you are on the Cape. read more

Mercantile - Bakeries Near Me - Dennis, Massachusetts

I've been to this place a few times to grab and quick coffee and sandwich, but I should hold my breath when I say quick again. They have multiple employees for a small establishment which should mean fast fast service, unfortunately this is not the case. It takes 30 minutes to get a cold cut sandwich when they are slow. The sandwiches are good if they are not out of what you want and they have good macaroni salad. I do not recommend this place if you aren't patient. read more

Mercantile - Bakeries Near Me - Dennis, Massachusetts

The breakfast sandwich I got was good. My boyfriends sandwich wasn't that good, it was all smushed in the wrapping. The girls working were rude. The coffee station was messy & there was no cream left. I asked for cream and the girl working who was eating seemed annoyed. While one girl made our sandwiches one girl (who may have been training) was watching while the other girl was eating in front of customers and didn't wash her hands after. Took a while to get a sandwich and there was no one else waiting for food. read more

A woman run business! Yay! Great classic deli sandwiches with a little bit of a twist. Perfect for picking food up on the way to the beach or to bring home for lunch. Portion sizes are very reasonable, filling but not way too much food. They also have a large selection of giant cookies! read more

Always stopped here for sandwiches to take to the beach. Still ok here for that stuff but I made a huge mistake ordering a cake here for my anniversary. There were 6 of us for a champagne toast and cake. It was dry and flavorless and the frosting was a sugar bomb. I would have done better picking up something at Stop and Shop. OK for a turkey sandwich but avoid the terrible cake. read more

Hit the Mercantile on our annual trip to Cape Cod. Been there many times though I've never Yelped. Such great sandwiches! My "go-to" is the Italian Stallion which is phenomenal! This trip it was suggested to try the Jimmy Tuna, but substituting chicken salad for tuna (Thanks to Chrissy for the greeat recommendation!). If in Dennis, make a point at stopping by The Merc. read more

Wow, still not loving it here...super nice girls...same menu from years past (could mix it up a bit)...bread is dry and old tasting..boring, same ole...this place needs a face lift... read more

You can't call it a coffee shop, because that degrades all of their delicious bakery-caliber baked goods. But you can't call The Merc a bakery because that would degrade its awesome laid-back coffee-house vibe. The Merc does a great job and they're the kind of people you like to support. Merc Club...no mayo, add honey mustard. Do it. read more

I always come here every year for sandwiches because they're excellent! In the past, Ive had an issue with their service - I've found their workers to be on the rude side and unhelpful, however this year I was pleasantly surprised by the friendly staff and how helpful and kind they were! To go sandwiches are always wrapped very well and are perfect for taking to the beach! read more

Mercantile - Outside of restaurant - Bakeries Near Me - Dennis, Massachusetts

I wouldn't have found it if I hadn't looked on yelp for place to eat. Food was too notch (and earns the "gourmet deli" name). The only down side was they were out of quite a few things which makes sense for a busy Saturday afternoon. I had a turkey, bacon, blue cheese type sandwich and it was like nothing I have had before. The cheese had to be a quarter inch thick! It melted in my mouth. read more

Just went there for lunch today, it was so good! Lots of sandwich options plus some fresh made soups and entrees. I had a lentil patty on roasted butternut squash with a parsley sauce. Inventive meal, cheap for what it was, very tasty, and looked nice on the plate. The butternut squash and caramalised onion Mac and cheese sounded really good too. I appreciate the well thought out veggie options! Especially in what was a quick sandwich café type place. The sandwiches sounded good, with interesting (a good interesting) combinations, and I was told the bread was really good. People sitting across from me enjoyed the pastry and espresso drink they were having too. Cute place, nice people, and I'm always happy to find good lunch places on the cape! read more

Top notch sandwich shop. A great gem of the Cape. The only negative was that the were out of a number of items (Sourdough, blue cheese, honey mustard). read more

Mercantile - Upstairs seating area. - Bakeries Near Me - Dennis, Massachusetts

On a recent trip to Cape we decided to stop here for breakfast to go. My husband had a blueberry muffin that was the best he'd ever had. "It had a ton of blueberries!" I had bacon to go (keto diet!) and coffee. This place is adorable. The upstairs has beautiful art work displayed. There were also little kids playing up there. It was cozy and felt like I was hanging out at a friend's place. We'll be back! read more

I think these people should just stick with sandwiches for the most part. There's a bakery next door. Why try to compete with the bakery next door? read more

Awful food, awful service and awful prices. And I smelt alcohol on the owners breath. The place is extremely dirty and I heard hip hop music in the back, not a relaxing setting. read more

Great breakfast and lunch cafe serving fantastic coffee, bake goods and sandwiches and some entree type items. Cafe is open early AM to Mid-afternoon and is a great place to grab some beach food to go or go up stairs to enjoy gallery up stairs that features local cape artists. Very reasonable priced family oriented establishment. All Sandwiches are served on fresh baked bread delivered daily, try the tuna salad or chicken salad both favorites of mine! Enjoy! read more

Mercantile is my favorite place to stop for a sandwich on Cape Cod. It's nothing fancy - think sandwiches and premade macaroni salads - but the quality is superb, prices are great and the staff is always friendly. My go-to order is the Cape Coddah - an amazing turkey, cranberry sauce and stuffing sandwich (make sure to add cheddar cheese). read more

I was excited to try this place after reading the reviews but was really disappointed with the attitude of the girl at the register. She was snarky and sort of dismissive. Put a sour note on our otherwise nice morning. The breakfast sandwiches were good but the mood outweighed the food. read more

Good coffee, great bfast sandwiches. For lunch; the sandwiches are great! Parking is kind of a problem, atmosphere is very nice, and staff is nice. read more

I used to love this place, but it seems to have gone downhill. My sandwich cost about $2 than it really should, and the service was weak (and exceptionally slow). In addition to the high prices, I was overcharged. Also, I don't understand how a sandwich store can run out of sourdough every single day. I would expect that they would realize its popularity and adjust their supply levels. Although the old building retains some of its charm, I was overall very disappointed with my experience. You're much better off going down the street to the deli at the DPM. read more

Great sandwiches, but horrible service. Really poorly managed. Can take you 45 minutes to get an order, so plan ahead or just go somewhere else. Not worth it. read more