Blog Archives


Open Table: Diner’s Choice 2019

The Merchant has been voted by OpenTable diners as one of the best. We were selected by feedback from diners who booked through Open Table and dined with us.


The Voice of Downtown Boston

Escape the summer heat with a savory little brasserie in the Financial District away from the summer gross.


HuffPost Taste

They say we serve the “freshest oysters on offer.”


Vacation Idea

Featured as somewhere for a romantic evening out to sample new flavors and relax with a glass of wine.


Thrillist: Best New Bar

Thrillist names The Merchant as one of Boston’s best new bars with a huge selection!


Phantom Gourmet

The Phantom Gourmet interviews head chef Matt Foley and goes behind the scenes to show how Merchant consistently puts out its amazing food.


Paleo Fondue

The personality and feel of the Merchant strike me as alluring while welcoming, comfortable yet energetic, inspired and classy…


Improper Bostonian

Strong menu, great cocktails, huge beer list, & commerce friendly atmosphere.


Boston Barhopper

Boston Barhopper with a nice writeup about their first visit to The Merchant.


Thrillist: New Restaurants

Thrillist says The Merchant is one of Boston’s best new restaurants!