Mertens Prime

3.6

3,6

1562 reviews

van $31 tot $50

Modern Amerikaans

Een tafel reserveren

2 personen

16 mrt 2025

19:00

Vandaag 8 keer gereserveerd

Experiences beschikbaar.

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romantisch
Geweldig voor creatieve cocktails

Mertens Prime, located in the historic 1914 New Hotel Mertens lobby in Grand Rapids, offers locally sourced, in-house hand-cut steaks, chops, and unique takes on classics. Scratch made kitchen where we make all the pastas and desserts. We have a large selection for vegan & vegetarian.

Prime features a full-service espresso machine and classic pastries like beignets. Guests can enjoy tableside presentations like filet dinner for two, a weekly curated rolling cheese cart, and bananas fosters and creme brulee.

The kitchen is scratch made and we feature many locally sourced products.

The bar top is one of the largest in Grand Rapids and seats 18 guests along with lounge tables. Our bar features a daily happy hour from 4pm-6pm 7 days a week for both food and beverage! Seasonal mocktails available along with many other non-alcoholic offerings.

Mertens Rooftop offers a full bar and a menu of appetizers. To book a reservation at Mertens Rooftop, select "Outdoor Seating", if available.

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Stijl
Casual chique
Prijs
van $31 tot $50
Keuken
Modern Amerikaans, Steak, Cocktailbar
Openingstijden
Diner ma–do, zo 16:00 uur–21:00 uur vr, za 16:00 uur–22:00 uur Happy hour Dagelijks 16:00 uur–18:00 uur
Telefoonnummer
(616) 551-1713
Website
http://www.mertensgr.com/
Betalingsmogelijkheden
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual kleding
Catering
Catering is available for pick up.
Private party faciliteiten
We offer a beautiful private room on our main floor that have all of the turn-of-the-century charm as our main dining room. Mertens Rooftop is also available for private events. See mertensgr.com for details, including complete event guides with menu and pricing options.

Locatie
35 Oakes St SW, Grand Rapids, MI 49503
Wijk
Grand Rapids
Kruispunt
Oakes St SW, between Ionia Ave and Commerce Ave
Parking details
Street parking is available. The closest crossroads are Oakes St. and Commerce Street. The closest parking ramps are Cherry Street Parking Ramp and Weston Parking Ramp. We do not offer parking validation at this time.
Public transit
Oakes & Ionia bust stop
Extra
Afhaalmaaltijd, Banket, Bar/Lounge, Bezorging, Bier, Cocktails, Genderneutraal toilet, Glutenvrije opties, Happy hour, Kurkengeldvergoeding, Patio/Buiten eten, Privékamers, Rokersruimte buiten, Rolstoeltoegang, Uitgebreide bar, Uitzicht, Veganist, Vuurplaats buiten, Wijn, Zitplek aan de counter

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Experiences

Bubbles for 2
US$ 38,00 per groep
Vooraf betaald
Meerdere datums beschikbaar
Indulge in a beautiful sparkling selection that is just enough for 2 people. This half bottle of wine is great for anniversaries or date nights. Girls night out maybe?
Dessert Sampler
US$ 20,00 per groep
Vooraf betaald
1 feb 2025 - 30 apr 2025
Enjoy our Flourless Chocolate Torte (GF), Lemon Bar with a luxurious seasonal berry sauce and our Creme Brulee
Wine Tasting With Larry O'Brien
US$ 30,00 per persoon
Vooraf betaald
alleen 20 mrt 2025
18:00
We’re thrilled to invite you to a very special Happy Hour Wine Tasting on Thursday, March 20th from 6:00–7:30 PM at Mertens Prime. This exclusive evening will feature a tasting hosted by none other than Master Sommelier Larry O'Brien — a rare opportunity to connect with one of only 273 Master Sommeliers in the world. Learn more about Larry O'Brien here. As we prepare for this event, we’d love to know how you might help promote it to your guests and network. Having Larry in Grand Rapids is a big deal for wine lovers and hospitality leaders alike, and we’d be honored to collaborate with you in making this a memorable evening for the community. We offer complimentary food from our new spring menu and event guide. Event Details: 📅 Date: Thursday, March 20th ⏰ Time: 6:00 PM – 7:30 PM 📍 Location: Mertens Prime 🍷 Wine selection & pricing: $30 to taste 5 select wines not usually featured by the glass. Complimentary food from new 2025 event guide and Spring Menu 📄 Tasting sheets & order forms will be available. Most wine available to take home same day.

Private dining

Populaire gerechten

Roasted Beet & Chevre SaladUS$ 17,00
Marinated beets over house salad with crumbled goat cheese, candied walnut & dried cranberries.
Family Style Caesar SaladUS$ 17,00
Classic Caesar Salad served family-style. Add steak bites +12
Family Style House SaladUS$ 17,00
Mixed greens, tomato, onion, carrot, shaved parmesan, crouton. Choice of ranch, blue cheese or house vinaigrette.

Best Bites

EscargotUS$ 14,00
Traditional preparation with fresh herbs and butter. Crostini
Roasted Bone MarrowUS$ 21,00
Canoe cut. Accompanied with onion jam, fresh herbs, toasted French baguette.
Cajun Shrimp Stuffed Beignets
Fresh beignet dough stuffed with a seasoned shrimp mixture. Deep fried and tossed in a sweet/savory mixture of Cajun seasoning and powdered sugar.
- 2 for 12US$ 12,00
- 4 for 20US$ 20,00
Jumbo Shrimp Cocktail
6 or 8 jumbo shrimp served with cocktail sauce & creamy horseradish
- 6US$ 20,00
- 8US$ 25,00
Mertens Cheese Cart
Enjoy our rotating selection of curated cheeses, paired with baguette, dried fruits, and nuts. Create your own custom cheese plate with the option of 3 or 6oz of cheese.
- 3ozUS$ 17,00
- 6ozUS$ 28,00

The Starter Kit

Figs in a BlanketUS$ 17,00
8 goat cheese stuffed figs wrapped in prosciutto. Drizzled with honey-balsamic glaze. Served with candied walnuts.
Smoked Crab DipUS$ 15,00
Lump crab served in a creamy Cajun style sauce. Smoky finish. Pita Chips.
Sweetfire SpreadUS$ 12,00
Warm cream cheese covered in a red & green sweet pepper jelly. Served with pita chips. *Has a Kick!*
Toasted Spinach & Artichoke DipUS$ 15,00
Blend of fresh spinach, water chestnuts and artichokes. Topped with creamy cheeses. Baked until bubbling. Served with pita chips.
Mertens BaconUS$ 17,00
3 Thick cut pieces of bacon served sizzling. Chimichurri.
Deep Fried Cauliflower Bites with RomescoUS$ 14,00
Cauliflower florets battered and deep fried till golden. Served with Romesco sauce and pumpkin seeds.
Assorted Mediterranean Olive MixUS$ 7,00
Easy snacking. Eclectic mix of olives for sharing. Yes, they are pitted.
Truffle FriesUS$ 12,00
Finely shaved Pecorino infused with truffle piled high on a big bowl of fries. Garlic aioli & ketchup.

Main Course

Mushroom StroganoffUS$ 31,00
House-made pasta packed with local mushrooms in a creamy sauce.
- Steak BitesUS$ 12,00
Butternut Squash GnocchiUS$ 31,00
Potato gnocchi finished in a butternut squash sauce. Crumbled of goat cheese, pumpkin seeds and fried sage.
- Jumbo ShrimpUS$ 12,00
Scallop & Shrimp PelominiUS$ 34,00
Bite size spinach ravioli packed with scallop and shrimp. Served with a miso butter sauce, peas, Korean crack egg and crispy fried chili garlic.
Moroccan Spiced Duck TagineUS$ 47,00
Crispy duck legs served with a stew of Ras el Hanout and warm spices, apricots and golden raisins. Served over fluffy couscous. Toasted almonds and chopped parsley.
Vegan Moroccan TagineUS$ 33,00
Stew of Ras el Hanout and warm spices, apricots and golden raisins. Served over fluffy couscous. Topped with Toasted Almonds and chopped parsley.
Chicken MilaneseUS$ 33,00
Crispy, golden-breaded chicken cutlet. Served over a balsamic reduction and house salad. Choice of salad dressing.
Honey & Orange Glazed SalmonUS$ 41,00
12oz Glazed Atlantic salmon. Broccolini. *Option for plain grilled salmon*
Crispy Pork BellyUS$ 33,00
Glazed crispy Berkshire pork served over stewed Michigan apples. Cranberry sauce side.
Vegetable LasagnaUS$ 25,00
Layers of eggplant, roma tomato, caramelized onion. Spinach infused pasta. Topped with creamy bechamel and pesto.
Shaved Ribeye SandwichUS$ 29,00
French dip style meets Philly toppings. 9oz shaved Ribeye. Provolone cheese. Peppers & onions. Au jus. Creamy Horseradish. Served with side salad OR fries.

Steaks

All steaks are served with roasted garlic and a side of herbed butter.

16oz Chuck End RibeyeUS$ 65,00
- Side SauceUS$ 2,00
- Jumbo ShrimpUS$ 12,00
- Thick Cut Bacon SliceUS$ 2,00
10oz Filet MignonUS$ 59,00
8oz. Steak Frites & SaladUS$ 49,00
Filet Dinner for TwoUS$ 125,00
Chateaubriand. Approximately 20 oz. Center Cut. Carved tableside with 1 sauce & 1 side

Accompaniments

(all vegetarian options & portions for 2+ guests)

Glazed Brussel SproutsUS$ 12,00
Roasted Garlic Potato PuréeUS$ 13,00
Seared Mushroom & OnionsUS$ 13,00
Side House SaladUS$ 8,00
Side Caesar SaladUS$ 8,00
Steakhouse Seasoned FriesUS$ 8,00
Roasted BroccoliniUS$ 10,00

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BrandonA
Greensboro / Wi1 recensie
5.0
Gegeten op 25 juli 2021
1. Algeheel 5
2. Eten 4
3. Bediening 5
4. Sfeer 4
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Candice
Greensboro / Wi1 recensie
5.0
2 dagen geleden gegeten
1. Algeheel 5
2. Eten 5
3. Bediening 5
4. Sfeer 5
Decided to come to Mertens for date night with my husband. It had been a while since we've dined there, and I've been meaning to visit them again. First off, The new Spring menu is fantastic. We started with some fried mushrooms and housemade peppercorn ranch, which did not disappoint. For our entrees, I had the beef and mushroom stroganoff and my husband had the ribeye and garlic potato puree. Both meals came out looking and tasting great. We ordered a cheesecake and a gf chocolate torte to go, because we were both so stuffed. We ended the night on the rooftop for cocktail as they did an impromptu opening due to the nice weather. It was absolutely lovely. The sunset views of the city are gorgeous. We are both excited to come back to try their Sunday brunch soon too. That menu looks amazing and I love that they have lunch options on it and not just breakfast stuff.
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OpenTable gast
Chicago4 recensies
5.0
2 dagen geleden gegeten
1. Algeheel 5
2. Eten 5
3. Bediening 5
4. Sfeer 5
Brunch was so nice. Not crowded. We shared the chicken and Waffles board. Loved the lemon bar. Staff was friendly. Will be back for rooftop.
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Indiana2 recensies
3.0
Gegeten op 1 maart 2025
1. Algeheel 3
2. Eten 3
3. Bediening 5
4. Sfeer 5
The cocktails were fantastic. The food was just “ok” for the price. I ordered the steak sandwich and was disappointed in the quantity of meat vs the amount of bread there was. The atmosphere was unique and our service was fabulous. They were launching a new menu, so I’m sure they were just ironing out a few kinks.
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OpenTable gast
Chicago4 recensies
5.0
Gegeten op 28 februari 2025
1. Algeheel 5
2. Eten 5
3. Bediening 5
4. Sfeer 5
Great choice for dinner! The duck was crispy and flavorful, and the bone marrow was rich and delicious. Vega was friendly and attentive. I’ll definitely be back!
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Dave
Greensboro / Wi1 recensie
5.0
Gegeten op 27 februari 2025
1. Algeheel 5
2. Eten 5
3. Bediening 5
4. Sfeer 5
The staff were amazing and the staff way knowledgeable on the menu. The drinks were excellent. Our food was delicious. My wife had the Orange glazed Salmon and Broccolini. I had the Ribeye it was seasoned and cooked perfectly. The restaurant has the unique history being and old hotel and the floor is beautiful and you can tell how original. We will be back and can’t wait for rooftop season.
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Kevin
Greensboro / Wi1 recensie
2.0
Gegeten op 21 februari 2025
1. Algeheel 2
2. Eten 3
3. Bediening 3
4. Sfeer 3
Was really excited to finally try Mertens. And after a friend couple had poor service on Valentine’s Day we still kept our date. Also read many poor reviews. It was just as poor. Hostess was not friendly. They were out of many items on menu. Very slow service for almost empty restaurant. Really bummed.
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Lisa
Chicago4 recensies
1.0
Gegeten op 21 februari 2025
1. Algeheel 1
2. Eten 2
3. Bediening 1
4. Sfeer 2
This was our first time and we won’t return. The service was EXTREMELY slow. We ordered an appetizer and then were told the kitchen didn’t prep it from last night so it wasn’t available. We ordered dinner and two items we ordered were not available and the server had to come back and tell us. We were charged for sauce the waitress suggested for our appetizer. There was an 18% gratuity already added to the bill for 5 people?!? The food was average at best. WAY WAY overpriced for the service, food, portions and overall experience. We would not return nor suggest this restaurant to anyone else. There was no manager in sight to address any concerns.
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Kara
Greensboro / Wi1 recensie
2.0
Gegeten op 16 februari 2025
1. Algeheel 2
2. Eten 2
3. Bediening 2
4. Sfeer 2
Was a disappointing experience. We waited for a long time before we were greeted by a server. The bartender was busy chatting while we waited for our drinks. The food was cold and overpriced. Our waiter was friendly but inexperienced. I don’t plan to go back.
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Leia
Chicago1 recensie
1.0
Gegeten op 15 februari 2025
1. Algeheel 1
2. Eten 1
3. Bediening 1
4. Sfeer 3
Worst restaurant I’ve been to in years. The apps were disgusting and the audacity to charge $67 for that “steak” is a joke. Even the server seemed disappointed in his own restaurant.
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2 personen

16 mrt 2025

19:00

Vandaag 8 keer gereserveerd

Experiences beschikbaar.

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35 Oakes St SW, Grand Rapids, MI 49503

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Aanvullende informatie

Kruispunt
Oakes St SW, between Ionia Ave and Commerce Ave
Wijk
Grand Rapids
Openingstijden
Diner ma–do, zo 16:00 uur–21:00 uur vr, za 16:00 uur–22:00 uur Happy hour Dagelijks 16:00 uur–18:00 uur
Prijs
van $31 tot $50
Keuken
Modern Amerikaans, Steak, Cocktailbar
Stijl
Casual chique
Dress code
Casual kleding
Parking details
Street parking is available. The closest crossroads are Oakes St. and Commerce Street. The closest parking ramps are Cherry Street Parking Ramp and Weston Parking Ramp. We do not offer parking validation at this time.
Public transit
Oakes & Ionia bust stop
Betalingsmogelijkheden
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Extra
Afhaalmaaltijd, Banket, Bar/Lounge, Bezorging, Bier, Cocktails, Genderneutraal toilet, Glutenvrije opties, Happy hour, Kurkengeldvergoeding, Patio/Buiten eten, Privékamers, Rokersruimte buiten, Rolstoeltoegang, Uitgebreide bar, Uitzicht, Veganist, Vuurplaats buiten, Wijn, Zitplek aan de counter

Website
http://www.mertensgr.com/
Telefoonnummer
(616) 551-1713
Catering
Catering is available for pick up.
Private party faciliteiten
We offer a beautiful private room on our main floor that have all of the turn-of-the-century charm as our main dining room. Mertens Rooftop is also available for private events. See mertensgr.com for details, including complete event guides with menu and pricing options.

Mertens Prime

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Bubbles for 2

Dessert Sampler

Wine Tasting With Larry O'Brien

Private Dining

Aangepast verzoek

10oz FILET MIGNON

Steak & Eggs

FRENCH ONION SOUP

Soups

French Onion SoupUS$ 12,00

Clam ChowderUS$ 12,00

Salads

Roasted Beet & Chevre SaladUS$ 17,00

Family Style Caesar SaladUS$ 17,00

Family Style House SaladUS$ 17,00

Best Bites

EscargotUS$ 14,00

Roasted Bone MarrowUS$ 21,00

Cajun Shrimp Stuffed Beignets

Jumbo Shrimp Cocktail

Mertens Cheese Cart

The Starter Kit

Figs in a BlanketUS$ 17,00

Smoked Crab DipUS$ 15,00

Sweetfire SpreadUS$ 12,00

Toasted Spinach & Artichoke DipUS$ 15,00

Mertens BaconUS$ 17,00

Deep Fried Cauliflower Bites with RomescoUS$ 14,00

Assorted Mediterranean Olive MixUS$ 7,00

Truffle FriesUS$ 12,00

Main Course

Mushroom StroganoffUS$ 31,00

Butternut Squash GnocchiUS$ 31,00

Scallop & Shrimp PelominiUS$ 34,00

Moroccan Spiced Duck TagineUS$ 47,00

Vegan Moroccan TagineUS$ 33,00

Chicken MilaneseUS$ 33,00

Honey & Orange Glazed SalmonUS$ 41,00

Crispy Pork BellyUS$ 33,00

Vegetable LasagnaUS$ 25,00

Shaved Ribeye SandwichUS$ 29,00

Steaks

16oz Chuck End RibeyeUS$ 65,00

10oz Filet MignonUS$ 59,00

8oz. Steak Frites & SaladUS$ 49,00

Filet Dinner for TwoUS$ 125,00

Accompaniments

Glazed Brussel SproutsUS$ 12,00

Roasted Garlic Potato PuréeUS$ 13,00

Seared Mushroom & OnionsUS$ 13,00

Side House SaladUS$ 8,00

Side Caesar SaladUS$ 8,00

Steakhouse Seasoned FriesUS$ 8,00

Roasted BroccoliniUS$ 10,00

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