Mercy Me

I've been to MM a few times but for some reason last month hit much different and here's why! The vibes were vibing and I got there early right as the bar / dinner service was starting! Our bartender was amazing and gave us grade a service. The drink that I had was one of the best margaritas I have ever had in my life. I have been raving about this drink ever since I had it and almost boycotted drinking because I haven't been able to find anything that matches. Then let's get into the food. I usually don't eat at MercyMe. Just get a quick drink, but this time around I decided to offer a little bit of a nibble and I was definitely not disappointed. It was packed with flavor and deliciousness. this is honestly the perfect late afternoon snack that I have been wanting so it was great that they had some small options and not just a large meal. The hotel also has a back bar installation that changes seasonally and their cherry blossoms are next up. They say they start to book out really quickly so make sure to book a seat ahead of time as walk-ins can be really hard to get. I have always love yours truly hotel, but the revamp of MercyMe has a really got me in my feelings and it's a place that I feel like I should always come to whenever I'm in DC.

Stopped in for a presidential dinner cocktails and the vibe was spot on and so was the espresso martini. Standing at the bar wasn't allowed. But luckily we were able to grab a table. Highly recommend!

Beautiful open restaurant off the lobby of the Yours Truly Hotel. Food was good - the shareable tomahawk was especially cooked and presented well - but nothing that truly wowed me for the quite expensive price. It's a great place for a group, where there are plenty of large tables for 6-8 people, and we were able to get a reservation just a couple of days in advance. The DJ playing on Saturday night was also not as disruptive as the reminder texts before our dinner suggested - but then again, we were seated on the other side of the restaurant. Recommended for a fun night out with friends.

My friends and I stopped by Mercy Me to check out El Chalet. Unfortunately, it was booked for an event but we were able to get a table in the bar/lounge area. The ambiance was great and staff were friendly. Food did take a little while to come out but it was worth the wait. The drinks were fantastic, some of the best in DC! The Baires Mule was a favorite. It contains kola nut which will give you a burst of energy! The topicalia spritz and maca verde were both good. We grab some small plates to share. The burger was a pretty good size, juicy and had good flavor. The fries were perfectly crispy. The beef tartare was good, the potato crisps went well with it and wish we had more! The emapanadas were my favorite! Crispy outside, short ribs filling was bursting with flavor and the chimichurri sauce was soooo delicious--this is a must try! The truffle provaleta wasn't warm enough and the cheese cooled quickly, causing it to get a little hard and the croquettes were just ok. Overall a great experience! Would love to go back to and try their dinner menu.

We wanted to eat here a couple of times before posting a review. Both times we really enjoyed ourselves. The menu is pretty inventive. We have grown a little palette numb over the years so Mercy Me has been a nice surprise for us. I'm still thinking about a ceviche we had over the summer. One of the major standouts were the picanha beef tartare with lettuce wraps and potato chips. This is a fresh take on a classic and if you like a little spice and enjoy beef tartare, then this is a must get. Our other favorite was the gnocchi with octopus. The acidity of the tomatoes was a great complement to make this whole dish sing in harmony. Also, the Brazilian sausage was extremely flavorful and at least unique for us. Service was very good with all the essentials covered along with an extremely pleasant demeanor. In total we had five courses and dessert (a dairy free panna cotta) which was a great, light way to end the abundance of food we ate. This also included a glass of wine with each course. The total price including 24% tip for the excellent service was $348. If you are not huge eaters like us, you could definitely keep the price lower. However, for us, this was a bargain to have good service and such inventive culinary skills. Mercy Me is now part of our regular rotation. Two notes that might be of interest to other diners. .**(1) There is an automatic 22% surcharge/tip if that is a problem for you.** **(2) The restaurant is lively, especially as the evening progresses with either a DJ or live music. This could be a problem for those preferring a calmer venue. If you enjoy lively energy, then this is a good spot.**