Mercantile Saloon (The Merc)

I like a dive as much as anyone...

But my husbands drink (tho cheap) was watered down. Since he watched the bartender pour a crap-load of vodka into it, this indicates that this bar may have dived too deep and water got into the alcohol bottles. The place seemed 90% patio, and a smokey crowded patio at that. Wide mix of people, none I would want to take home... Though since it was the brightest lit dive bar I've ever seen, there was little danger of mistaking a naughty for a hottie.

Cock-tails anyone?

If your planning on drinking downtown .. start at the Merc .. it will save you a few bucks as they are the strongest around!

Best bar in town

Keeping in mind that this is a bar, not a club, I love grabbing a drink here because it's laid back and people are always having a good time there.

No jerks in the Merc (:

I enjoyed myself here but it seems to be more for the men altho i love gay men but right now I am single and would like to meet more ladies but the merc is also a good meeting place and friendly had great time

Wonderful place to be a girl

As Tgirl, I find the Merc is a great place to go on Saturday nights. By 10PM there will be at least a dozen other girls there. The crowd is fun and friendly... easy to meet and greet and you can find your spotlight or a dark corner as needs. No cover, great drinks, easy parking, easy persons.