$4.75 for two beers? Yes, please!…read more Meron's is the standby bar for my circle of friends back in the 518. It's dependable, it's low-key, it has that charming small-town unpretentious air about it, and it's extremely reasonably priced. The bar looks like something that one would find in a suburban basement. There are lots of little random knick-knacks: nesting dolls, a Red Sox banner (and here I thought that in upstate NY everyone was a Yankees fan by default--who knew?), etc. There's even a cat! Don't expect to find Magic Hat, Saranac, or any fancy-schmancy brews here. Lawnmower beers on tap rule the roost, with the occasional "exotic" choices like Yuengling or Amstel thrown in for variety. Oh, and Plattsburgh is Labatt-town, through and through. Meron's is also a restaurant, so that probably accounts for the homey feel of the place. There's a good sized "dining room" area with some pool tables and dartboards, if that's your thang. When my friends and I went, there were about 3 other people in the bar, all of whom were preoccupied with playing pool. Then again, it was a Tuesday night during the summer break. It's almost unheard-of to go out for a drink under such circumstances 'round those parts.However, the speakers were absolutely blaring, which I found totally unnecessary, given the dearth of patrons that night. My friends and I had a hard time keeping up a conversation over the roar of "Crash Into Me". I'm no expert, since I went here on a weeknight during a time of year when most of the college-aged guys are out of town, but it was refreshing and relaxing to be there simply having a drink with two of my oldest friends. No meat market or skeezy patrons to be found here. However, my friends tell me that on another of their trips to Meron's, they were approached and propositioned by a scraggly fellow and his wheelchair-bound friend. Apparently I have horrible timing when it comes to planning my trips home.

Definitely the place where everyday goes. Caters to all age groups and all people. Ice cold beer…read moreand large mixed drinks. If you can't have a laugh along with your drink you can't do it anywhere. Outstanding and friendly staff.

Wonderful staff amazing bartenders shout out to Aaron shout out to Tarzan…read more And all the other staff, security and employees

Had to stop in with the group as they were a Yankees bar. For sure a local bar, but the bartender…read moreat the time was friendly to us visiting. Even the regulars that were there were great. Would recommend stopping by here for a good time.

The bartenders are awesome. Very familiar with alcohol and beers…read more Great food nice atmosphere Can be very crowded due to how fantastic the Mule Bar is

Wow has this place gone down hill. I had a craving for their fries and wings and boy was I not…read moreonly disappointed but the food made me feel sick. The fries were tiny stubs burned and greasy. I also got wings they were undercooked and soft. So disappointing and something is not working anymore at this place. The service was fine and the ambiance is a bit hipster.

I travel a lot for work, so often end up out by myself. Mike at The Whiskey Room made me feel like…read moreI had made a new friend while I enjoyed delicious drinks and food. It also seemed like a place to enjoy with friends. I would definitely go back!

I was a little hesitant coming here because great food is just as important to me as great drinks,…read moreand the menu was very limited. The menu listed only two mains: a "Charred Oat Burger" and a "Short Rib Toastie" in addition to two salads and four "shareables". I believe there were one or two specials that day as well, one being Steak Frites. But the food reviews were good and the drink reviews were great so I decided to go. Even if I had second thoughts the welcome from Bob the bartender when I entered (first customer when I arrived at 5:00 opening time) seemed so sincere that not staying was out of the question. I took my seat at the bar (supposedly rebuilt with materials from a bar in Ireland that closed). Bob was great, with an enthusiasm for great whiskey that he couldn't hide if he tried, and didn't seem to mind that I'm not enough of a connoisseur to have many opinions of my own. Between other customers that soon filled the place he kept me talking and I'm not much of a talker. About whiskey, where I'm from, Burlington in general, and he gave me some tips on some lesser-known Vermont attractions I didn't know about. Their whiskey collection was large and from many lands. Having just returned from Ireland I was pleased to see several I remember from my visit - not just the usual Jamesons here! I prefer a cocktail to straight whiskey though, so it was Sazeracs tonight. Two specialties. First the Rosemary's Sazerac: Bulleit Rye, rosemary syrup, Peychauds bitters, rinse of Laphroaig, torched rosemary sprig. My second was also a Sazerac: their Irish Sazerac, made with an Irish whiskey and other ingredients which I've forgotten. Both drinks were fantastic, generous with the alcohol, and made with attention to details like properly-sized ice cubes (large) and pre-chilled glasses. For food I got the "Charred Oak Burger." I don't know where the "oak" comes in. The only burger on the menu, it was made with two thin patties, a great quantity of whiskey & honey-glazed pork belly in large pieces, kimchi mayo, and a brioche bun. One of the most interesting burgers I've had in a long time. Even though it was a bit overstuffed more due to the pork belly than the patties I managed to eat it without it falling apart, a common problem with burgers. Instead of the fries it came with I elected to get the roasted Brussels sprouts instead, a special shareable of the day. I don't think I was charged extra even though it was a rather large portion. These were excellent too, sweet and bacony with no bitterness. As it got busier the noise level increased but only moderately. I liked the music playing, a mix of blues and energetic classic rock. Overhearing other conversations I could tell that these were discerning customers who took their whiskey seriously and asked detailed questions before settling on their choice of libation. Just two things on the dessert menu: Chocolate Overload and Caramel Sea Salt Cheesecake. I got the Overload: chocolate cake with Bailey's Irish Cream sauce. Nothing special but I enjoyed it; a nice way to finish the meal. It was big enough that I took about half home, along with half the Brussels sprouts. This is definitely a place I want to come back to. I wish the food menu was more extensive but that burger and sprouts were so good I could see repeating the same menu again, trying new specialty cocktails next time.

EMILY IS THE BEST! so sweet and such good service! drinks are incredible and so unique! will be…read morereturning

This place was at the top of my list for my first visit to Burlington. We visited in the late…read moreafternoon on a Sunday. It was a gorgeous day and we were able to sit outside, which I really enjoyed. They were umbrellas above us, which were much needed when it started to drizzle! I enjoyed the waiter, although my wife did not. He talked a lot and everything I asked him was his favorite. It didn't seem genuine. Especially when the table sat down next to us and everything they wanted or was his favorite too. We were disappointed that the one thing we wanted on the menu was not available for food. They're mocktails were a normal price and their cocktails were a little pricey, but well worth it for the craft that they were doing. I enjoyed both of the cocktails that I had, although was disappointed that they didn't have the monkey brains cocktail that I wanted anymore. Overall, it was a cute place and I'd probably go back to have a cocktail.

Absolutely wonderful venue with incredible live music, a floor for dancing, plenty of space, great…read morelights, and fantastic atmosphere. Can't recommend more!!

Past employee : I can say the only good thing was the fact I didn't get haggled by the management…read moreas I was a male... Management can be kind- but overall judgmental and racist .

Mind you I got referred to the place via my hotel I'm staying at right now & my case though unable…read moreto use it because it coincided with a dinner special but nevertheless I will confess overall it is pretty much worth it. Got promptly seated at a booth & service came & my server was knowledgeable and recommended what I would do (you're gonna see what I'm referring to) & in the process got me a little bit of a bargain especially with my particular meal decision & did a prime rib with salad/bread/soup bar included. Ambience is very interesting because it seems from the 1980's music video days for few tracks I heard (not exactly bad especially now MTV no longer does music videos-?) but majority of music I heard was decent anyway. Suggestion for crew on the salad bar inform people "plates are cold, be aware" & just so people know.

The staff was very friendly, accommodating, and worked well as a team. The food, including the…read moreamazing salad/bread/soup bar, as always, was delicious and the portions were generous.

Order food early. Can be really busy. So funny, service is good. All over a great time and not too…read morepricey.

I was looking for something fun to do on our last night in the area, and saw that the Vermont…read moreComedy Club was hosting an improv fest that evening. Tickets were only about $11 online, so I booked us for the last show of the night. We checked in when we arrived and grabbed a drink at the bar. Once we entered the main theatre, we were told we could sit anywhere that was open so we sat towards the back. If you want to order more drinks or snacks during the show you can do it via the QR code right at your table. We liked the soft pretzels and the drinks were very tasty! The show itself was entertaining and we had plenty of laughs. It was a welcoming space and everyone we interacted with was so nice.