About Us

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Circa 1987 (2)

Welcome to Mercer's Restaurant!

With humble beginnings, we opened up the doors to Mercer's Restaurant in 1987. With a baby in tow, who is now managing the restaurant, we were excited to make home-cooked meals for our neighboring friends. We were welcomed with open arms by the community and have been able to continue serving you because of all the people that help make Mercer's Restaurant the enjoyable and friendly restaurant it is today. From the cooks to the dishwashers to the waitress who greets you at the door, we are here to help you have an enjoyable and relaxing meal. When you step into our father-son restaurant, we want you to feel like you are pulling up a chair at your best friend's table, with a comforting environment and even more comforting, delicious food. 

If you have visited Mercer's a couple of times, don't be surprised if the waitress remembers your name. Before you know it, you will feel like you are part of the Mercer's family as well! We are so grateful to have customers who have visited us across many, many years and have created a family-like environment in the restaurant. 

We are always trying out new daily specials, so if there is something you don't see on the menu, just ask! We welcome new dish ideas and may even be able to make it in the back. 

We know you have numerous options when choosing a restaurant to spend your time and money at and we appreciate you visiting Mercer's website. Come on in and give us a try - we have a hot cup of coffee and warm smile waiting for you.

Ed & Jake Mercer

What our customers say

  • We went there for breakfast. This is an older place but has been kept up. The waitress was very friendly and intentive to our table. The food came out quickly and received a good portion for the the value. The food was good and reasonably priced. I would eat there again.

    A Google User Avatar A Google User
    May 19, 2019
  • Great food, quiet atmosphere. We usually go every weekend which replaced our previous corporate dining and has been very delightful so far. If they're busy, attention is only slightly lacking. Everything I've tried thus far, which has ranged from breakfast to lunch items, has been well portioned, and priced.

    John Craig Avatar John Craig
    August 17, 2019
  • Nice little place, has been around like 3 decades, and everything so far has been great. The fish fry on Tues/Friday is awesome having both time I've been there so far, and saw some get the largest rack of ribs ever I'm trying next time.

    Mike Butash Avatar Mike Butash
    April 20, 2019
  • Excellent food and service. Efficient staff who serve the hot food quickly. My fav dish is the broiled salmon dinner with numerous sides. Nod to the chef for great cooking skills. Felt 1980s retro vibes and prices. My friend could not believe her 10 oz rib eye was so good and priced so reasonably. Will return again to the hidden treasure in Peoria.

    Carole King Avatar Carole King
    May 28, 2019
  • We went there for breakfast. This is an older place but has been kept up. The waitress was very friendly and intentive to our table. The food came out quickly and received a good portion for the the value. The food was good and reasonably priced. I would eat there again.

    Leslie Thompson Avatar Leslie Thompson
    June 9, 2019
  • We have lived here in Sun City for over a year. We have had many breakfasts and dinners here, especially when family visits. I can say, without reservation, that we have not been disappointed at all. The food is constantly good, the menu satisfies a decent range of appetites, the prices are modest, and the service is the best. The staff works well together and share in caring for the needs of the tables. When we want to go out to eat, Mercer's is always considered.

    Jim Rawn Avatar Jim Rawn
    April 8, 2019
  • Always have a great meal here. The people make you feel like your family. And the service is excellent. If you're in a hurry you can always count on ordering and receiving your food in amazingly short time

    Stephanie Thomson Avatar Stephanie Thomson
    October 21, 2019
  • Good home cooking on their menu and Friday fish fry! Popular locals diner with great service and welcoming atmospere. Breakfasts are huge and delicious, prices are modest and it is comfortably cooled but not too much. Shout out to Sabrina, great service !

    Marcy Beech Avatar Marcy Beech
    April 20, 2019
  • My daughter-in-law's family introduced me to Mercer's. Mercer's is a local restaurant that has many regulars who eat there because they serve good quality food that patrons love. My personal favorite is a salmon salad with Greek dressing. It's a perfect size and very filling.

    Dian Speer Avatar Dian Speer
    March 4, 2019
  • Home style cooking! My husband and I eat here once a week sometimes 2x. We've ordered breakfasts, lunches and dinners over the past 4 years - I've never had a bad meal there. Love the staff, owner and place. It's like being at home but you get to order what to eat instead of what mom makes. Be sure to try the deserts!

    Stacy Kowalski Avatar Stacy Kowalski
    August 31, 2019

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