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

  • 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
  • Absolutely the best food and service we have been coming here for years. We absolutely LOVE Brazilia! She is the sweetest and best server we had so much fun with her. We love Mercers and will always be loyal regulars!

    M7 Triple6 Avatar M7 Triple6
    June 6, 2019
  • The food is good. The service is very good. The atmosphere is decent. Takeout is a breeze. The prices are good. For the kind of restaurant they are, they hit the nail on the head.

    Brett Ward Avatar Brett Ward
    August 19, 2019
  • This was a family favorite of my father in law and his friends. They were regular patrons over the years. The staff, Brenda and all are great people and they are a friend to all. Great home cooking withe good portions and affordable prices. The restaurant has a great decor. It makes eating more interesting!!! Thank you Brenda and staff for your hospitality and friendship with my father in law and his friends. Hope to see you soon!!! ☺️

    Terry Zahn Avatar Terry Zahn
    February 18, 2019
  • Out standing comfort food! Great specials! Free ice cream with every meal on Tuesday! To let you know how good it is almost everyone in the restaurant has Gray hair! It's where people go who know what good food is!

    Ed Clouse Avatar Ed Clouse
    October 30, 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
  • 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
  • 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
  • Can't beat this place. Fantastic american comfort food with some of the very best servers in the area. Kelly sets the bar for service and the owner is a very hard working man.

    Wm Huff Avatar Wm Huff
    September 21, 2019
  • Been going here for more than 20 years. It seems like it has never changed much over the years. It’s kinda like going to grandma’s. Time seems to stand still. The food is deliciously cooked to perfection and the service is efficient and friendly.

    PAT GIBSON Avatar PAT GIBSON
    May 20, 2019

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