My friend, Marian, took the day off to study for her GMATs and I was working from home. Have you figured this out yet? We had a lunch date at The Merchant in Jersey City 🙂
The Merchant is a pub that has something for everyone. Their menu consists of all types of cuisines, including Mexican, Thai, American, even Indian. Speaking of Indian food, Chicken Tikka Masala is a national British dish and this place makes it better than many Indian establishments. Trust me, it is that good.
LOCATION
279 Grove Street
Jersey City, NJ 07302
201.200.0202
AMBIENCE
The Merchant is a casual hangout spot. This place is huge, there is a bar and a dining area, both upstairs and downstairs. This can be a cute place for a date, but it seems better for groups.
RECOMMENDED TO
Bar Scene, Casual Dining, Groups.
CUISINE
American
MENU – $$
The Merchant Menu. Entrees range anywhere from $10 – $20. If you eat here lunch time, the entrees are a couple dollars cheaper, not that significant. On their website, look for specials going on each day of the week. The portions are filling.
Lunch for 2 people: $28 (including tip)
RECOMMENDED HEALTHY EATS… choices below are based on my knowledge of food and nutrition. There is no online nutritional information available for The Merchant. There are some good brunch options here. Please use your own discretion when making a decision.
HEALTHY EATS |
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APPETIZERS |
Grilled Pesto Flat Bread |
SALADS |
House Salad w/dressing on side |
Cobb Salad without bacon & w/dressing on side |
Apple & Warm Goat Cheese w/dressing on side |
Starburst Salad w/dressing on side |
PASTAS |
Spinach & Portabello Ravioli |
SANDWICHES |
Homemade Veggie Burger |
Tuna Wrap without Mayonnaise |
BRUNCH |
Granola & Yogurt |
Apple & Goat Cheese Salad w/dressing on side |
Cobb Salad without bacon & w/dressing on side |
Santa Fe Eggs |
Grand Chicken Sandwich w/Mayo on side |
MY REVIEW
I have been to The Merchant a couple times before with my husband. Previously I tried the Chicken Tikka Masala which was outstanding! I also tried the Grilled Chicken Quesadilla which was average, there was way too much grilled chicken for my liking and not enough cheese, and hence the appetizer was a bit dry. I also tried an Apple Martini here which was delicious!
VERDICT – 3.5 / 5
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