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Expected to be blown away. The food was good, but not wow. The cocktails were the stars.

12/10 experience! My boyfriend and I come to Mercat every year for our anniversary and our server Jeff made this year truly memorable. He was very informative answering questions about the menu. He made us feel comfortable and taken care of, despite it appearing to be very busy. He was personable and it was very enjoyable to chat with him throughout the evening. The server’s assistants also helped make the night special. We had the Valentine’s Day menu which had 3 courses to it. Each course was delivered accurately in a timely fashion. After each course our silverware was changed and empty plates removed from the table promptly. We love Mercat and we come back every year because we love the food! This Valentines tasting menu absolutely blew us away. Each course was more fantastic than the last. My favorite was the lobster fideua, the bold barbaque peppery flavor of the vegetables and pasta combined with the tender subtle lobster was unparalleled to anything I’ve ever tasted before. My boyfriend deeply enjoyed the imberico tenderloin and brava sauce. The plates not only tasted amazing but they looked visually stunning. We eat with our eyes first, and each time a new course was delivered to the table I was in awe of the culinary craftsmanship of each the dishes. Overall, the entire Mercat ala planxa team goes above and beyond to provide exceptional food and service, guaranteeing a uniquely memorable dining experience every time. I will make it a priority to visit more than on our anniversary. Thank you to the whole team who made this possible. The only thing left I have to say is, how doesn’t this restaurant have a Michelin star yet? I think they deserve 3 at the very least.

Great experience and service was outstanding. Little pricy

Loved every minute! It’s a visual feast! The ambiance is top tier!