In December of 2012, there was a fire in the building Mercato is in. Word on the street is that they are planning to reopen, but it will be months as the smoke damage in Mercato was extensive. Just letting people know not to try to eat there until probably at least late Spring.

Perfect in every way. Semi open kitchen displaying organized action, good waitstaff, fresh ingredients. Super set up!!

Each time we go, we're pleased how well the food and drinks are presented. We started with a frisée and beet salad that rocked. My daughter and I had pappardelle with duck ragu. If I could have licked the plate without a smack from my wife, I would have. Her fluke in parchment was fabulous. They also make the best... More

The Mercato is a very small restaurant with nice ambience,great service, drinks and the best grilled pork chop I have ever tasted. As everyone knows pork will dry out if not prepared properly. This entree was prepared perfectly;moist and delicious with just a touch of spicy flavor rubbed on the on the outside.We were with family who had raved about... More

We were walk-ins to this small restaurant on a busy Friday night and took seats at the bar. The food was wonderful, and a highlight was watching the three chefs and two bartenders perform the roles flawlessly as if we were watching a ballet. The bartenders predicted our every need without waiting to be asked, and they suggested how our... More

I was visiting Cornell for a few days and my dinner here was easily the best meal of my trip. In particular, the ravioli was very nice and the lemon panna cotta was excellent. I also enjoyed their Bees Knees cocktail (honey, lemon and gin). The wait staff were all very polite and super attentive. I will absolutely return, the... More

Went there when a friend came to visit from out of town. The food was really delicious and the wine they recommended was absolutely fantastic. We had a minor incident while waiting at the bar. There was a bowl of lemons and limes that looked like were there for decoration. I picked one up and the bar tender was quite... More

Friends, my wife, and I ate at Mercato tonight. It's always a pleasure. We were warmly greeted at the door. Seated immediately. We had cocktails and the house specialties are fabulous. We started with prepared meats and cheese, frisee and radicchio salad, and clams casino. Terrific starters. For dinner, Gnocchi with eggplant and tomatoes, chicken saltimbocca, and swordfish en papillotte.... More

Professional and knowledgeable staff; a low-key and refined atmosphere; varied and savvy wine list. Oh yeah, perfectly executed, amazing cuisine!