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    Mercer's Restaurant

    4.3 (263 reviews)
    ModerateNew American
    Closed 6:00 am - 8:30 pm
    Updated 3 months ago

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    MERCER'S RESTAURANT ATMOSPHERE

    What's the vibe?
    Casual
    Moderate noise
    Outdoor seating
    Dogs allowed

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    Monte Cristo with hash browns on the side.
    Tom H.

    We were looking for a good cafe/diner place where we came to do some business and Mercer's popped up. I love the greasy spoon restaurants and this place was perfect. The staff was very friendly and accommodating. The menu has everything to include Monte Cristo, which I got. It was amazing. Everything was prepared well and tasted great. The outside of the building is nothing to write home about, but once inside the diner vibe was popping. Lots of seating able to accommodate groups large and small. We will definitely come back when in the area! As another reviewer mentioned, my wife made the exact same comment- that most patrons were elderly (we were the youngest in the joint at 52) and the staff were all young. lol. Such a fun place.

    Hatch Chili Omelette
    Norm W.

    First time at Mercer's Restaurant. What a pleasant surprise. Ordered the Hatch Chili Omelette with home fries and a toasted English Muffin. Friend ordered the same with two large pancakes. Omelette had three cluck berries. Food and service were excellent, prices very reasonable. Ambience is old school or just "old." Place has been here since 1987. Located in strip mall. All good here.

    All you can Eat Pancakes
    Joan C.

    Our First time at Merced's restaurant. We took Mom for her 89th birthday. Absolutely blown away by the portions and service. Flor R was our waitress and she was the best. So attentive and helpful. Super friendly and treated all of us like old friends. The atmosphere is reminiscent of an older diner or cafe experience. Very much like restaurants that we grew up with. Brookshires on 15th and Mc Dowel comes to mind,( which is now a Mexican restaurant but a great memory. Also similar to My Mother's type of food and Ambiance. All of the staff were super friendly and we wanted for nothing. Mom ordered the Half Rack of ribs and comes with 3 sides. Paul ordered All You can Eat Pancakes and they start you out with 5 big pancakes. I ordered the All you can Eat Shrimp and Fish with Chips, also came with 3 sides. Tuesday meals come with Ice cream, so Mom took her Ice Cream to go. Rocky Toda. Flor even put a candle in it! Adorable!! Great experience and would highly recommend. Make sure to come with a BIG appetite!!

    3 eggs over easy, hash browns and buffalo bacon
    Michael M.

    Definitely Old School, coffee is okay, good music, a lot of regulars which come in daily. Needs updating but then again it would change the whole perception of this Breakfast spot. CS was fine, seat yourself, plenty of food see photos.

    patty melt!
    Keith M.

    I have been here a few times. The outside of this place has seen better days. It's been here quite a while and the majority of the businesses in the strip mall appear to be gone. The parking lot looks like a third world country. Don't worry, my review gets better from here... This place shows its age, but it is a wonderful place with a lot of different menu items. They serve breakfast all day, which is also great. Everything I've had has been delicious. The prices are pretty decent and you can have a good meal for about the same price as going to a fast food place. I've been here for breakfast, their fish fry and today I had a patty melt. Everything is always above average and today the service was excellent thanks to our server, Chris.

    At the end of the Strip Mall
    Mike R.

    I guess I'm a little old school and do like a nice cafe. I like home cooking and southern fare like chicken fried steak or liver and onions. So, I Yelped restarants looking for new places to try. Among others, I found Mercer's. It's located at the end of an old strip mall in Peoria. Upon entering, I noticed a Hero's wall which I thought was very nice. The place was busy, so it took about 10 minutes to be seated. I did enjoy browsing the photos while I waited. The place is simply decorated and is reminiscent of the 60's and 70's. It was abuzz with what appears to be career severs, which is usually a good sign. While the menu is comprehensive, I came here specifically to find good liver and onions. My wife decided on a Taco Salad. The liver and onions were good and came with three sides! I got a loaded baked potato, coleslaw and corn. I did ask for brown gravy to go with my liver and onions, but didn't care for it much. It and the corn tasted like they came out of a can. Just okay, not great. Otherwise everything else was fine and my wife did enjoy her salad. Mercer's is an honest to goodness old school diner with all that you would expect to find for any craving. Yep, I will be back!

    Pancakes
    Crystal G.

    Went in for brunch and was seated immediately. The restaurant is open, roomy, and has a fast-paced mom-and-pop diner vibe. They have daily specials and a big menu with plenty to choose from. Drinks are constantly refilled--whether coffee (a bit watery and not the best) or water, they keep it coming. We ordered the pancakes with scrambled eggs and bacon. The pancakes were thick, fluffy, and literally the size of the plate! Bacon was thick-cut and perfectly cooked. Eggs were standard--nothing special, but not bad either. We also had the taco omelet with hash browns. The omelet was packed with tasty ingredients, fluffy, and very filling. Hash browns were okay, but I personally prefer a crispier top and edges. Overall, the food was good, the portions are huge, and the prices are great for what you get. The staff is kind, quick, and attentive. Tip: Highly recommend the home-style potatoes--they were delicious!

    Pork Verde omelette with hash browns and pancakes (included!)
    Sarah C.

    Wow, what a find! This little strip mall restaurant has been here since the 80's and has definitely honed their craft. Extensive menu with breakfast served all day. Giant portions and free ice cream (if you have room!) Friendly, helpful service in an older diner-like setting. Packed all day long for good reason - Absolute gem of a place.

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    Norma N.

    I was looking for a local restaurant to meet a friend and Mercer's was the place. When entering the host immediately greet us. A waitress was right there to seat us and was very polite while walking us to our table. The restaurant was clean and quite a few people having lunch. There are lunch specials to choose from. The menu has a lot to choose from. French fry's were good crispy and fresh! The BLT was good and they were giving a way ice cream. I had rocky road it was nice and creamy I had thought they made it there at the restaurant. The waitress told that the ice cream was not made there, but that it was Shamrocks ice cream. If you have a chance give Mercer's a try! Support local

    Extra charge for onion rings and sweet potatoes as sides, but tasty
    Joyce S.

    Update 5/2025 I'd go more often but I'd rather have smaller portions for less money, but when I'm hungry enough and am able to deal with toting leftovers home, this is a fun old fashioned place to eat. I like that they have some other beers than just Bud available in pitchers: we went with the hazy Church Music which went well with my meatloaf and fresh zucchini, and the sweet potato fries and onion rings(up-charges, but tasty). My partner's 1/2 rotisserie chicken was succulent and he was pleased with perfectly steamed broccoli, but the mashed potatoes didn't taste homemade and that is one thing you should count on in this type of place, so hopefully they can change that for the better. They make homemade pies and cakes here and I opted for the key lime pie and it reminded me of the ones with condensed milk and I wished it could be more mouth puckering, but am sure it would be fine for others. The server was attentive but not intrusive and all the other customers seemed to be having a pleasant time as well. Get on their mailing list and get special discounts that really make it worth your while to feast.

    Eggs Benedict
    Frank C.

    As the saying goes..here's another one Yelpers! So I wanted to enjoy a new place for breakfast for me and the pop's and I stumbled upon Mercer's Restaurant. Upon entrance, it had a great ambience that was very welcoming. Opened sitting..and the server was great. Awesome customer service. Thanks Amber! Pricing was great and the food was delicious..so get out, and when you get there.. Tune in-Tune Out..enjoy your meal. Cheers Mercer! I will be back again! Thank you..

    French toast with butter and extra syrup.

    The service was outstanding, our waitress was spot on , my tea glass was never empty. I had the French toast two piece with hash browns and sausage, was delicious. Hash browns were cooked perfectly. Sausage was very tasty and fresh. Plenty of butter and syrup. Totally recommend this place for lunch or breakfast

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    Fantastic service! Christopher is the man! Great food! Best coffee! You won't be disappointed at this old time café!

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    Home made type cuisine. Family favorite since they opened. The service is always prompt and friendly. I love Mercers.

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    O love this place. I eat here frequently wwith friendds or family, The food is reasonavle and the service is excellent.

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    First time trying this place, but I have heard a lot about it. Great food and wonderful service

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