Bar Mercado

4.6

684 Reviews

$30 and under

Latin / Spanish

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Eclectic Latin American fare in a lively, unpretentious environment.

Permanently Closed

This restaurant is permanently closed.

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Cuisines
Latin / Spanish, Tapas / Small Plates, Latin American
Hours of operation
Mon–Thu, Sun 11:30 am–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 11:30 am–10:00 pm
Phone number
(404) 480-4866
Website
http://www.barmercadoatl.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Executive chef
Raul Dominguez
Catering
https://www.barmercadoatl.com/catering
Private party facilities
Allow us to make your private dining experience a memorable one. We have spaces within our restaurant that can accommodate up to 12 guests. Additionally, we offer full restaurant buyouts for larger groups and can accommodate up to 150 guests, depending on the style of the event. For information about private dining at Bar Mercado, please contact us. We would love to host you and your guests.
Private party contact
JoJo Hill-Alto: (404) 480-4866

Location
99 Krog Street NE, Suite V, Atlanta, GA 30307
Neighborhood
Inman Park
Cross street
Krog/Irwin
Parking details
Valet or Open Parking available at Krog Street Market
Public transit
Marta - Inman Park Reynoldstown Station
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Popular dishes

Sweet Plantains$6.00
crema, cotija cheese, cilantro
Street Corn$8.00
corn off the cob, lime-garlic aioli, cotija cheese, merken spice, lime
Papas$8.00
crispy smashed red potato, hucatay huancaína, scallion
Mac + Cheese$10.00
chipotle queso, pasta, gremolata
Chicken Pintxo$12.00
grilled chicken thigh skewers, cilantro aioli, white quinoa
Grilled Shrimp$16.00
tostones, cabbage, merken butter
Roasted Cauliflower$6.00
merken spice, aji Amarillo ajillo sauce
Avocado Salad$10.00
avocado, cucumber, red onion, pickled garlic, lime vinaigrette
Guacamole$12.00
blue corn tortilla chips

Plato Grandes

Mexicali Salad$12.00
romaine, roasted corn, cucumber, tomato, cabbage, radish, cotija, corn nuts, lime vinaigrette
Quesadilla$13.00
flour tortilla, oaxaca, rice, beans, avocado puree
Burrito$13.00
flour tortilla, refried black beans, oaxaca cheese, crema, lettuce, tomato
Mercado Bowl$13.00
sofrito rice, black beans, salvadoran slaw, avocado, sweet plantain, crema
Chilaquiles$16.00
crispy tortilla, rice, black beans, braised chicken, cabbage, fried egg, cotija cheese, crema
Pollo Asado$21.00
grilled peruvian-spiced chicken, salvadoran slaw, lime-garlic aioli, sofrito rice & black beans
Yucatán Salmon$25.00
banana leaf, ajillo, arugula, radish, red onion, pear, lime vinaigrette
Ropa Vieja$28.00
cuban-braised short rib, grilled peppers & onions, sofrito rice and black beans

Desserts

Tres Leches$9.00
three milk cake, whipped cream, guava jam, toasted coconut
Chocolate Cheesecake$10.00
chocolate ganache, almond-pecan, caramel brittle, mango puree
Churros$10.00
hibiscus cream, cinnamon

Cocktails

Tanteo Tequila Flight$30.00
blanco, jalapeño, habanero, chipotle
Plaza Pomelo$13.00
tequila, aperol, pamplemousse liqueur, lime, honey, pimenton salt
Avant Gardener$15.00
mezcal, elderflower liqueur, basil, tarragon, yuzu, lime
Golden Hour$15.00
sotol, rye, aperol, grilled papaya
Loco Optimist*$16.00
mezcal, cucumber, elderflower, lime, egg white, serrano, limon salt
Un Besito Más$13.00
pisco, aperol, strawberry, basil, lemon, sparkling wine
Trapeze Swinger$14.00
gin, dolin vermouth, St. Germain, apple, coconut, lemon
Acid Raindrops$15.00
cachaça, rum, licor 43, chartreuse verde, kiwi, pineapple, basil, lime
Seasonal Sangría$10.00
wine, rum, rockey's liqueur, pineapple, apple

Margaritas

Mercado Margarita #1$10.00
tequila, combier, lime
Mercado Margarita #2$13.00
make it spicy
Frozen Margarita$12.00
- Classic, Strawberry, Mango, Peach$13.00
Seasonal: Last Tango In Tijuana$15.00
Tanteo chipotle, St. Germain, ginger, hibiscus, guava, lime
Seasonal: Patio Sandía$15.00
Tanteo habanero, watermelon, mint, combier, lime

Wines

Sparkling

Masia Parera - Macabeo - Spain$10.00
Naveran Rose - Pinot Noir - Spain$11.00

Rosé

La Nevera - Garnacha - Spain$9.00
Más Asi - Garnacha, Tempranillo - Spain$11.00

White

La Nevera - Viura - Spain$9.00
False Bay - Sauvignon Blanc - South Africa$10.00
Más Asi - Alvarinho - Portugal$11.00
Fritz's - Riesling - Germany$12.00
Brisa Suave - Vinho Verde - Portugal$13.00
Olelo - Chardonnay - Central Coast$14.00

Red

La Nevera - Tempranillo - Spain$9.00
Más Asi - Tempranillo - Spain$10.00
Pas De Probleme - Pinot Noir - France$11.00
Ceibo - Malbec - Argentina$12.00
La Nymphina - Monastrell - Spain$13.00
No Es Pituko - Cabernet Sauvignon - Chile$14.00

Beers

MNB Taco Tuesday - Lager$8.00
Tucker Brewing - Pilsner$8.00
Creature Comforts Tropicalia - IPA$8.00

"0" Proof

Ask about sparkling water!

Sweet Awakening$13.00
basil, thyme, seedlip garden, lemon, ginger ale
Bohemian Rapsberry$13.00
pomegranate, raspberry, seedlip spice, cardamon
Estrella Galicia 00$12.00
Witchy Kombvchy$10.00
seasonal
Bluberry Jasmine Kombugha$10.00

What 684 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

4.6

4.6 based on recent ratings

4.5Food
4.7Service
4.6Ambience
4.4Value

Noise • Moderate

689 Reviews

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victoriaC
Atlanta Metro
1 review
1.0
1 review
Dined on January 19, 2023
overall1food1service1ambience1
The restraunt is closed.....please take it off of open table
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ATLandNassau
Atlanta Metro
19 reviews
vip
1.0
19 reviews
Dined on January 7, 2023
overall1food1service1ambience1
It was apparently permanently closed yet my reservation was accepted we ate elsewhere
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Reena
Atlanta Metro
10 reviews
vip
4.0
10 reviews
Dined on January 1, 2023
overall4food2service5ambience5
Food was so average. Disappointing. Everything covered in mayo. The margaritas were like sugar water and it costs $20 more to make the pitcher spicy. Seems hefty for some spice. I ordered a tostada twice and they dumped mayo on it and it was so salty asked for it without the mayo and they couldn’t get it right. I gave up.
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OpenTable Diner
Atlanta Metro
3 reviews
4.0
3 reviews
Dined on December 30, 2022
overall4food4service5ambience5
Chicken skewers and street corn were particularly good. Server was attentive and kind. Food was fast to the table. Great choice for a pre-Dad’s Garage show. We easily had time to walk over.
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MichaelS
Atlanta Metro
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on December 27, 2022
overall4food4service4ambience3
We were a party of 5 and ordered a variety of tapas. I would say most were good or very good. It was a good choice for folks who want a good amount of vegetarian options.
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Kaley
Orlando
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on December 20, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Our server Asia was fantastic! And we loved the Death in Paradiso cocktail!
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Jamie
Atlanta Metro
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on December 18, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great food, great atmosphere, great service for a group of 8!
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JoMa
Atlanta Metro
2 reviews
vip
3.0
2 reviews
Dined on December 6, 2022
overall3food4service2ambience5
There were 3 of us dining for taco night. The rice and beans side dish came out with the guacamole. Two of the three main courses came. The third never came until we alerted another server. The kitchen knew nothing about it and we were asked for the order again. The third person had to eat after we were done eating. Rice and beans were cold since we waited to eat them with the main dish. No apology from bar tender/server. If you can’t remember the order by heart (which is understandable), please write it down. I have dined here many times. Always had a great experience so will make sure to give it another chance.
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atlpapabear
Atlanta Metro
20 reviews
vip
4.0
20 reviews
Dined on November 13, 2022
overall4food3service4ambience4
I’ve been here a few times. The food served during this particular visit left much to be desired. With that said, I still will come back again since the motif and ambiance is very cozy and inviting.
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EmmaC
Atlanta Metro
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on November 13, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Got a reservation for Sunday brunch when they opened and it wasn't necessary! We started out with the house mimosas, the guava was great! We shared the Mac and cheese and elote and both were very tasty. I had the empanada platter and all three were delicious. The other two in my party enjoyed the divorciados. Service was quick and attentive. It was nice to get a different take on Sunday brunch and it not be overcrowded.
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AaronL
Charleston
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined on November 9, 2022
overall3food2service4ambience4
Great service, good ingredients, but the food was not good. The salsa was just lemon, onions, and garlic with a hint of tomato. Everything else had way too much lemon.
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KevinB
Chicago
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on October 30, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Really fun brunch with the family. They had Halloween bingo games and even my mom played. Plus the food was great.
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BobbieT
Atlanta Metro
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on October 29, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Food was amazing, make sure you try the salsa. Service was excellent. Definitely coming back again.
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CarlC
New York Area
4 reviews
vip
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on October 23, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Food was great and the service was phenomenal. We will be back soon.
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Hondo
Atlanta Metro
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined on October 23, 2022
overall3food3service3ambience4
Rope Veija was very good. Tapas was just fair. Service was just fair. We ordered cocktails when the food was brought to the table, and it took so long for the drinks to arrive we figured they were forgotten. They finally arrived after the meal while we were waiting for the check. So, we enjoyed the drinks at the table without food after we paid the check. At least they weren't trying to rush us out of there.
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RichardW
Atlanta Metro
7 reviews
5.0
7 reviews
Dined on October 19, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
The food was amazing and the service was great - recommend the Tostado
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AtlDiner
Atlanta Metro
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on October 19, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
We've been to Bar Mercado many times but we had the best dinner and service on our last visit. We went on a Wednesday for dinner and had the pleasure of dining on the patio with our dogs. Our server (I can't remember her name, which makes me sad) but she was AMAZING! She was friendly, attentive and all around a pleasure to be around. Every employee from host, servers, food runners and so on were so friendly and made the experience top notch. We can't wait to come back and dine again!
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OpenTable Diner
Atlanta Metro
14 reviews
vip
5.0
14 reviews
Dined on October 16, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Amazing Food and Atmosphere
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AndreaGF
Atlanta Metro
67 reviews
vip
5.0
67 reviews
Dined on October 15, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Excellent food and awesome service and fabulous margaritas!
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Huhwhet
Atlanta Metro
6 reviews
5.0
6 reviews
Dined on October 15, 2022
overall5food4service3ambience5
On my visit to bar mercado I had the sangraría that was so good and with the food that I ordered was delicious and was a tremendous amount worth every penny
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BrandonH
Atlanta Metro
7 reviews
vip
5.0
7 reviews
Dined on October 15, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
The food and drinks surpassed our expectations. Cassie as a server highlighted our experience. Her knowledge of the offerings was in-depth and highly accurate. We are definitely looking forward to returning soon!
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DarleneW
Atlanta Metro
6 reviews
5.0
6 reviews
Dined on October 11, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Everything about Bar Mercardo was great! Asha the bartender were so friendly and the drinks were delicious. The food was terrific - we had the trio dip (guac, queso, salsa) cauliflower, papas, street corn and the chicken, beef, and shrimp tacos (yep we're greedy :-) ... all delicious! Parking Situation BE AWARE - I parked in the paid parking and went over the time by 15 minutes, laughing and eating it just slipped my mind. I thought I'd be able to just pay for the overage but was booted instead. The writing on the parking sign about being booted if over on the time was so small I didn't see it. Needless to say there were 10 other cars booted as well. I guess i'm in the wrong business - i should be booting cars and making $750 an hour. Anyway I paid, had it removed and went on my merry way. Be sure to have the parking messages come to your phone not your email or PAY THE PRICE! It would be nice if the eateries would have a sign to this affect but anyway I had fun and will return.
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OpenTable Diner
Atlanta Metro
3 reviews
vip
4.0
3 reviews
Dined on October 6, 2022
overall4food4service4ambience3
I enjoyed it, our waiter was super nice. Outside of that our experience was pleasant. I loved the fact that the tapas were actually shareable and not extremely tiny! Good for a group of fiends sharing food or family or date.
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BrilliantP
Atlanta Metro
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on October 2, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
I loved the food, and the stuff are friendly and courteous.
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Meli
Atlanta Metro
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on October 1, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great food, cool atmosphere, awesome service, fun drinks
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kimberlyp
Western NC
3 reviews
vip
3.0
3 reviews
Dined on September 25, 2022
overall3food2service5ambience3
Environment was less than clean, very worn, in need of a good clean up and a refresh. Food was just fair. For the price, it was only fair. For a $60 per person brunch it doesn't compare to other choices in Atlanta. Flavors were good but details like the smashed crispy potatoes--NOT crispy-great sauce though. Chicken- too much breading and dry and they forgot the strawberries, steak tasted aged but not in a good way, drinks--$15 for a bloody mary, really?
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JoyW
Tampa
6 reviews
5.0
6 reviews
Dined on September 19, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
This is one of my go to Atlanta spots! The team working there is an excellent group. Love the tapas menu, always excited to try the new things. Spicy margaritas are so good. I’ve been there a dozen times and it will stay in the regular rotation! I’ve brought people here with a variety of different dietary restrictions, they always have options for everyone. We are always surprised at how small our bill is, the value and flavors are just so stellar!
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OpenTable Diner
Orlando
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on September 18, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
We sat on the open air patio which was wonderful for the temperate climate day. The food was served hot, promptly and was delicious. Will definitely return.
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Zeke
Atlanta Metro
79 reviews
vip
4.0
79 reviews
Dined on September 17, 2022
overall4food4service5ambience3
Everything was very good except the cocktails. I’ve tried several different margaritas here. I’ve yet to find one I liked. Also, from the main dining area, the sound of the blender in the kitchen was annoying.
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OpenTable Diner
Atlanta Metro
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on September 12, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Amazing as always
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LouisaH
New Orleans
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on September 10, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great service, amazing food, really fun atmosphere! This is now a regular date night spot for my boyfriend and I.
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OpenTable Diner
Little Rock
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on September 5, 2022
overall4food4service3ambience4
Food was great! The margaritas are really good too!
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OpenTable Diner
Atlanta Metro
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on September 4, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great experience! Good food, good service!
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OpenTable Diner
Atlanta Metro
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on September 3, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Wonderful service and food…highly recommend for date night.
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KatR
Atlanta Metro
14 reviews
vip
5.0
14 reviews
Dined on September 2, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
I loved the wide range of choices and everything we had was delicious. The service was friendly and fast.
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OpenTable Diner
Atlanta Metro
3 reviews
vip
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on September 1, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great ambiance, amazing staff and quality food.
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OpenTable Diner
New York Area
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on August 31, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Food was yummy, server was pleasant and helpful, outside dining was great.
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OpenTable Diner
Atlanta Metro
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on August 27, 2022
overall4food4service4ambience5
We had a wonderful date night. Great food, people, and drinks. Bartender is on point.
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TimD
Chicago
55 reviews
vip
3.0
55 reviews
Dined on August 24, 2022
overall3food3service3ambience3
Why restaurants continue to just have one person at the bar when they could be making so much money with two bartenders is a mystery. One bartender took 10 to 15 minutes to get drinks out. I know most places are understaffed but this is clearly a place that restaurants can make more money if they pushed out more product. Anyway, the food was good as we ordered the shrimp, pork, chicken and three or four ribeyes or good except one was extremely fatty and the meat overall was tough for all ribeyes. Was probably not ribeye, it was some other type of sirloin as ribeye would have been much more tender. Service at the table was okay, and he was trying but was having a hard time keeping up. The two shrimp entrees came out first and then the pork entre about 10 minutes later and then the chicken 5 to 10 minutes later and then four ribeyes came out about 15 minutes later and everybody was waiting, so about 30 minutes in between the 1st and the last meal being delivered was awkward.
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SusanE
Atlanta Metro
18 reviews
vip
5.0
18 reviews
Dined on August 21, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Loved the tapas—shrimp, avocado salad and papas in particular. Excellent margaritas and a nice selection of zero proof.
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Safety precautions

Cleaning & sanitizing
- Surfaces sanitized between seatings
- Common areas deep-cleaned daily

Protective equipment
- Waitstaff wear masks
Screening
- Sick staff prohibited in the workplace

FAQs

You can order delivery directly from Bar Mercado using the Order Online button. Bar Mercado also offers delivery in partnership with Uber Eats. Bar Mercado also offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (404) 480-4866.

Bar Mercado is rated 4.6 stars by 684 OpenTable diners.

Permanently Closed

This restaurant is permanently closed.

Order delivery or takeout

99 Krog Street NE, Suite V, Atlanta, GA 30307

Additional information

Cross street
Krog/Irwin
Neighborhood
Inman Park
Hours of operation
Mon–Thu, Sun 11:30 am–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 11:30 am–10:00 pm
Cuisines
Latin / Spanish, Tapas / Small Plates, Latin American
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
Valet or Open Parking available at Krog Street Market
Public transit
Marta - Inman Park Reynoldstown Station
Payment options
AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
Executive chef
Raul Dominguez
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://www.barmercadoatl.com/
Phone number
(404) 480-4866
Catering
https://www.barmercadoatl.com/catering
Private party facilities
Allow us to make your private dining experience a memorable one. We have spaces within our restaurant that can accommodate up to 12 guests. Additionally, we offer full restaurant buyouts for larger groups and can accommodate up to 150 guests, depending on the style of the event. For information about private dining at Bar Mercado, please contact us. We would love to host you and your guests.
Private party contact
JoJo Hill-Alto: (404) 480-4866

Bar Mercado

Permanently Closed

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

Empanada Platter

Empanadas

Grilled Shrimp

Trio or Dips

Queso, Salsa, Guacamole$18.00

Empanadas

Empanadas

Empanada Platter$16.00

Tapas

Sweet Plantains$6.00

Street Corn$8.00

Papas$8.00

Mac + Cheese$10.00

Chicken Pintxo$12.00

Grilled Shrimp$16.00

Roasted Cauliflower$6.00

Avocado Salad$10.00

Guacamole$12.00

Plato Grandes

Mexicali Salad$12.00

Quesadilla$13.00

Burrito$13.00

Mercado Bowl$13.00

Chilaquiles$16.00

Pollo Asado$21.00

Yucatán Salmon$25.00

Ropa Vieja$28.00

Desserts

Tres Leches$9.00

Chocolate Cheesecake$10.00

Churros$10.00

Cocktails

Tanteo Tequila Flight$30.00

Plaza Pomelo$13.00

Avant Gardener$15.00

Golden Hour$15.00

Loco Optimist*$16.00

Un Besito Más$13.00

Trapeze Swinger$14.00

Acid Raindrops$15.00

Seasonal Sangría$10.00

Margaritas

Mercado Margarita #1$10.00

Mercado Margarita #2$13.00

Frozen Margarita$12.00

Seasonal: Last Tango In Tijuana$15.00

Seasonal: Patio Sandía$15.00

Wines

Sparkling

Masia Parera - Macabeo - Spain$10.00

Naveran Rose - Pinot Noir - Spain$11.00

Rosé

La Nevera - Garnacha - Spain$9.00

Más Asi - Garnacha, Tempranillo - Spain$11.00

White

La Nevera - Viura - Spain$9.00

False Bay - Sauvignon Blanc - South Africa$10.00

Más Asi - Alvarinho - Portugal$11.00

Fritz's - Riesling - Germany$12.00

Brisa Suave - Vinho Verde - Portugal$13.00

Olelo - Chardonnay - Central Coast$14.00

Red

La Nevera - Tempranillo - Spain$9.00

Más Asi - Tempranillo - Spain$10.00

Pas De Probleme - Pinot Noir - France$11.00

Ceibo - Malbec - Argentina$12.00

La Nymphina - Monastrell - Spain$13.00

No Es Pituko - Cabernet Sauvignon - Chile$14.00

Beers

MNB Taco Tuesday - Lager$8.00

Tucker Brewing - Pilsner$8.00

Creature Comforts Tropicalia - IPA$8.00

"0" Proof

Sweet Awakening$13.00

Bohemian Rapsberry$13.00

Estrella Galicia 00$12.00