Mercado Restaurant

4.7 (47)

$30 and under

Latin American

278 Shrewsbury St, Worcester, MA 01604

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Mercado Restaurant

4.7

$30 and under

Latin American

Worcester

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2 people

11 Nov 2026

7:00 pm

Booked 5 times today

About this restaurant

Good for special occasions
Charming
Good for groups

Mercado is a modern Peruvian–Ecuadorian restaurant inspired by the colors, flavors, and rhythms of traditional Latin markets. Rooted in family heritage and crafted with intention, our menu highlights coastal seafood, Andean comforts, and Amazonian influences alongside thoughtfully made cocktails.
Warm textures, layered design, and vibrant tiles set the scene for a dining experience that feels both soulful and contemporary. It is a place to gather, explore, and savor.

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Latin American, Ecuadorian, Peruvian
Hours of Operation
Tue–Thu 11:30–22:00 Fri 11:30–00:00 Sat 10:30–00:00 Sun 10:30–21:00
Contact
(508) 304-6994
Website
https://www.mercado.restaurant/
Payment Options
AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Business Casual
Executive Chef
Nadhia Paola Cuyo
Catering
Bring Mercado to your next event with catering for gatherings of any size. Choose from family-style spreads or individually packaged meals, featuring favorites from our regular menu or a custom menu crafted specifically for your event and the experience you want to create.
Private party facilities
Mercado offers flexible event spaces designed to bring people together. Host guests in our semi-private dining room, reserve our vibrant bar & lounge, or celebrate with a full dining room buyout for larger events. Whether it’s a birthday, corporate dinner, or special occasion, our team will create a personalized experience.
Delivery & takeout
Order direct

Location
278 Shrewsbury St, Worcester, MA 01604
Area
Worcester
Parking Details
Private Parking
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Delivery, Full Bar, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeaway, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Concierge
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Pan con ChicharronUSD 18.00
Portuguese roll, pork belly, salsa criolla, fried sweet potato, house sauce
Mercado BurgerUSD 18.00
brioche, cheddar, lettuce, tomato, fried egg, salsa rosada
- RareUSD 0.00
- Medium RareUSD 0.00
- MediumUSD 0.00
- Medium WellUSD 0.00
- Well DoneUSD 0.00
PescadorUSD 19.00
brioche, fried mahi mahi, purple cabbage, salsa criolla, house tartar sauce
Aji Chicken SandwichUSD 17.00
white toast, chicken salad, avocado, aji amarillo aioli, mixed greens, tomato

Salad/Bowls

Ensalada MixtaUSD 11.00
lettuce, red onion, tomato, avocado, cilantro, olive oil, and lime
Remolacha y Miel (Lunch)USD 14.00
red beets, orange, queso fresco, pecans, arugula, mixed greens, honey vinaigrette
Aji Amarillo SaladUSD 15.00
mixed greens, sweet potato, choclo, red pepper, red onion, pecans, aji amarillo dressing
Seco de PolloUSD 20.00
chicken, stew, white rice, choclo, sweet plantain, cabbage slaw, avocado
Lomo Saltado BowlUSD 24.00
lomo saltado (beef tenderloin), onion, tomato, white rice, fries, garlic aji
Tuna BowlUSD 23.00
tuna crudo, orange, white rice, cucumber, avocado, purple cabbage, shredded carrots, edamame, aji amarillo mayo

Sides

Side of FriesUSD 7.00
Side of RiceUSD 6.00
Side of PataconesUSD 8.00
Side of Plantain ChipsUSD 2.00

Dessert

Tres LechesUSD 11.00
Dulce de Leche CheesecakeUSD 12.00
Passionfruit MousseUSD 9.00

Lunch Special

Pollo a la Brasa (Lunch)USD 15.00
1/4 chicken, French fries. garlic aji, chimichurri
Pasta al Pisco (Lunch)USD 15.00
pisco pink sauce, penne pasta, cherry tomatoes, basil, parmesan
Lomo Saltado SandoUSD 15.00
brioche bun, beef tenderloin, onion, tomato, soy sauce
Pork SandwichUSD 15.00
Portuguese roll, shredded pork, cheddar, house sauce, lettuce, tomato, salsa criolla

Cosa Seria

PulpoUSD 22.00
octopus tossed in anticuchero, asparagus, baby carrots, fingerling potatoes, choclo, chimichurri
Steak & Llapingachos (Lunch)USD 24.00
8 oz steak, chimichurri, potato patties, avocado
Tallarin SaltadosUSD 20.00
chicken, fettuccine, soy, red onion, tomato, scallions
Encocado MixtoUSD 22.00
mahi mahi, shrimp, coconut sauce, white rice, avocado

Reviews

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Reviews from people who have dined at Mercado Restaurant.

4.7

(47)

4.7Food
4.6Service
4.5Ambience
4.4Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

Central and Western MA
Great for brunch
Central and Western MA
Innovative
Central and Western MA
Good for groups
Central and Western MA
Hot spot
Central and Western MA
Great for outdoor dining
Central and Western MA
Good for special occasions
Central and Western MA
Lively
Central MA
Great for brunch
Central MA
Innovative
Central MA
Good for groups
Central MA
Hot spot
Central MA
Great for outdoor dining
Central MA
Good for special occasions
Central MA
Lively

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Mercado Restaurant offers an "absolutely incredible" dining experience with "delicious" Latin American cuisine, "unique" cocktails, and a vibrant atmosphere. Guests rave about the "masterfully plated" dishes and "friendly" service. Perfect for celebrations, Mercado impresses with its attentive staff and "fantastic" ambiance. Despite occasional noise, it remains a "truly delightful" choice for diners.

47 Reviews

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Sumeet Gold
Greater Boston5 reviews
5.0
Dined on 23 October 2026
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Great Cocktails! Liked the Ecuadorian Miske! Eclectic Latin American cuisine, Service and ambience was great. Nice bar area
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Andrew
Central and Western MA1 review
5.0
Dined on 20 October 2026
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Absolutely incredible birthday dinner date with my girlfriend. All the food was masterfully plated and totally delicious. The cocktails were delicious, interesting and unique. The price was exceptionally reasonable for the amount of food and alcohol we ordered. Our server Naomi was both friendly and knowledgeable and had perfect pronunciation for the names of the dishes. Truly delightful experience. Full marks, no notes, and I will absolutely be returning in the future.
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Natasha
Miami - Dade3 reviews
5.0
Dined on 28 September 2026
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We celebrated my son’s 20th birthday here with a large group and we couldn’t have been happier. The staff is so wonderful and the food was delicious! The cocktails are terrific too and the ambiance and music puts you in a happy mood. Can’t wait to come back!
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MD
Greater Boston2 reviews
5.0
Dined on 25 September 2026
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
It was an awesome experience. We will definitely visit again. I think for this particular night they had some celebration so music was loud. But everything was awesome.
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Michael Gold
Greater Boston45 reviews
2.0
Dined on 19 September 2026
1. Overall 2
2. Food 4
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 1
We were excited to try Mercado, a new Ecuadoran restaurant, which was getting great reviews on Yelp. The restaurant was busy when we arrived, but we had booked ahead. The noise level in the restaurant was painfully loud. That should have been our cue to leave. Our waitress immediately apologized for the noise, but we got the impression that this was not unusual. There was nothing in the room to buffer the sound -- lots of glass, tile floor, painted ceiling. We ordered and waited a long time for our drinks (so long that another waitress asked if we had received menus yet), then waited a longer time for our appetizer. My dinner companion received his entree 5 minutes before mine arrived. The ceviche appetizer was delicious. My companion said his chicken entree was good, but my Arroz con Mariscos was bland. (The waitress warned me that it was spicy). Overall, very disappointing. While we might have considered giving the food another chance, we won't return because of the noise. I couldn't hear my dinner mate sitting next to me. Do restaurant owners really think that deafening noise makes the dining experience better?
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Eduardo
Greater Boston4 reviews
5.0
Dined on 18 September 2026
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
This was our fourth visit since Mercado’s opened and it just keeps getting better. The food was delicious as was the ambiance and the staff was very friendly and attentive. It was our anniversary dinner and it could not have gone better. Adelante Mercado. 🥳
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Susan
Greater Boston23 reviews
5.0
Dined on 18 September 2026
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Fabulous food and service by Naomi! Cannot wait to return!
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Jackie
Southwest Florida2 reviews
5.0
Dined on 17 September 2026
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We ordered multiple items from each area and were happy with every food we tried. The octopus was one of my husbands favorites! We had empanadas, croquettes, llapingachos,chicharron, ceviche duo,chaufa mixto and fettuccine à la Huancaina that we shared between three people and did take home some leftovers. We tried all three desserts and celebrated a birthday. The staff was attentive and friendly and the food came very quickly. We would give a thumbs up to recommending this restaurant to anyone.
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BLANCA
Greater Boston1 review
5.0
Dined on 11 September 2026
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We had a good time food was delicious my cocktail was great and our server was amazing….we’re definitely going back again!!
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Stefania
Philadelphia County2 reviews
5.0
Dined on 13 August 2026
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
Great food, we dined outside in a nice summer evening. We will go there again.
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Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Latin American, Ecuadorian, Peruvian
Hours of Operation
Tue–Thu 11:30–22:00 Fri 11:30–00:00 Sat 10:30–00:00 Sun 10:30–21:00
Contact
(508) 304-6994
Website
https://www.mercado.restaurant/
Payment Options
AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Business Casual
Executive Chef
Nadhia Paola Cuyo
Catering
Bring Mercado to your next event with catering for gatherings of any size. Choose from family-style spreads or individually packaged meals, featuring favorites from our regular menu or a custom menu crafted specifically for your event and the experience you want to create.
Private party facilities
Mercado offers flexible event spaces designed to bring people together. Host guests in our semi-private dining room, reserve our vibrant bar & lounge, or celebrate with a full dining room buyout for larger events. Whether it’s a birthday, corporate dinner, or special occasion, our team will create a personalized experience.
Delivery & takeout
Order direct

Location
278 Shrewsbury St, Worcester, MA 01604
Area
Worcester
Parking Details
Private Parking
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Delivery, Full Bar, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeaway, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

FAQs

Saturday is a standout, guests note Mercado serves brunch on Saturdays and many enjoyed their brunch visits, making it a great day to try the menu.

Mercado Restaurant feels warm, modern, and vibrant, warm textures and vibrant tiles give the dining room an elegant, inviting look, and guests frequently praise the beautiful, welcoming atmosphere.

Expect shareable small plates, several guests say the small‑plates approach left them comfortably full, with portions described as substantial and “perfect.”

Yes, Mercado offers outdoor dining; several guests mention sitting outdoors and enjoying meals outside.

Business casual is the guide, aim for neat, put-together clothing that's comfortable and a bit polished rather than formal.

Yes for families, Mercado provides high‑chair seating, and reviewers note staff were attentive and welcoming to babies and young children.

Yes, Mercado's warm, contemporary dining room, well‑crafted cocktails, and consistently attentive service make it a popular choice for couples and date nights.

Mercado is at its calmest for lunch or an early evening seat, several guests say lunch was bright, airy, and “not too noisy, ” and one noted arriving at 5pm when it wasn’t busy; weekend nights, especially Saturdays, tend to be fully booked and livelier, so plan accordingly.

You can dine in Mercado’s main dining room, sit at the full‑service bar, or enjoy outdoor patio seating.

Yes, families are welcome: servers are described as attentive to babies, a 3‑year‑old guest loved the food, and the venue offers high‑chair seating.

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Mercado Restaurant

4.7

$30 and under

Latin American

Worcester

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2 people

11 Nov 2026

7:00 pm

Booked 5 times today

Mercado Restaurant

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Mercado Restaurant

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About this restaurant

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El Previo

Yuca CroquetasUSD 11.00

Tiradito de PescadoUSD 17.00

Garlic Parmesan PataconesUSD 14.00

Causa (Lunch)USD 14.00

Entre Panes

Pan con ChicharronUSD 18.00

Mercado BurgerUSD 18.00

PescadorUSD 19.00

Aji Chicken SandwichUSD 17.00

Salad/Bowls

Ensalada MixtaUSD 11.00

Remolacha y Miel (Lunch)USD 14.00

Aji Amarillo SaladUSD 15.00

Seco de PolloUSD 20.00

Lomo Saltado BowlUSD 24.00

Tuna BowlUSD 23.00

Sides

Side of FriesUSD 7.00

Side of RiceUSD 6.00

Side of PataconesUSD 8.00

Side of Plantain ChipsUSD 2.00

Dessert

Tres LechesUSD 11.00

Dulce de Leche CheesecakeUSD 12.00

Passionfruit MousseUSD 9.00

Lunch Special

Pollo a la Brasa (Lunch)USD 15.00

Pasta al Pisco (Lunch)USD 15.00

Lomo Saltado SandoUSD 15.00

Pork SandwichUSD 15.00

Cosa Seria

PulpoUSD 22.00

Steak & Llapingachos (Lunch)USD 24.00

Tallarin SaltadosUSD 20.00

Encocado MixtoUSD 22.00

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