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Merna Tap in Normal

Merna Tap in Normal

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4.6 (176)
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11:00 am - 9:00 pm
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11:00 am - 9:00 pm
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11:00 am - 11:00 pm
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11:00 am - 11:00 pm
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11:00 am - 1:00 am
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11:00 am - 1:00 am
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9:00 am - 6:00 pm
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Merna Tap

15989 N 2300 East Road, Merna, Normal, 61761
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Merna Tap is the ultimate destination for beer enthusiasts and socialites alike in Normal, IL. As a premier bar, we offer an extensive selection of craft beers, delicious pub grub, and a lively atmosphere that's perfect for catching up with friends or watching your favorite sports teams. Located at 15989 N 2300 East Road, Merna, IL 61761, our bar is easily accessible and provides ample parking for our guests. Our knowledgeable staff is always happy to help you navigate our beer menu, featuring a wide range of local and regional brews. Whether you're in the mood for a cold pint, a tasty burger, or just a night out with friends, Merna Tap is the perfect spot. We're committed to providing exceptional service, quality drinks, and an unforgettable experience that will keep you coming back for more.

Merna Tap Review Summary

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Merna Tap is a popular spot for craft beer enthusiasts, offering a wide selection of brews and a cozy atmosphere. Reviewers praise the friendly staff, generous pours, and tasty pub grub. While some note that the menu can be limited, the overall experience is consistently enjoyable.

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Yelp: 4.5/5

Google Reviews: 4.4/5

Facebook Reviews: 4.7/5

TripAdvisor: 4.5/5

Beer Advocate: 4.3/5

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Austin Robb
Austin Robb -Google user
3 years ago
Nice small town bar with great food, service, and offers live music. Love the addition of the beer garden. And recently they started doing breakfast(menus attached). There biscuits and gravy is real homemade gravy nothing from a can which is hard to find anymore
Francisco Saravia
Francisco Saravia -Google user
a year ago
Great bar with friendly people and amazing food. Great views too. 🙂
Atmosphere: 5
Patrick Fort
Patrick Fort -Google user
5 years ago
Great food. Service is excellent.
Brian Roberts
Brian Roberts -Google user
3 weeks ago
Love Merna! It is exactly what it should be. Hole in the wall bar with solid food and good people. Is it dark, yes. Is it loud, hell yes! Are most of their options fried, damn straight! Again, this place is exactly what it's supposed to...Read More
Atmosphere: 5
Garrett Barksdale
Garrett Barksdale -Google user
7 months ago
I have been to Merna Tap dozens of times and it has always been a great experience. Great food, great people, great atmosphere!! We stopped in today and it was the same as always…….FANTASTIC!!!!! I just wanted to write a review and give a shout...Read More
Atmosphere: 5
M K Shelton
M K Shelton -Google user
9 months ago
Coming home from a sale and starving. Stopped,at Merna Tap for lunch. We were greeted when we came in. Only a minute after we sat down, when our waitress gave us a friendly hello and got our drink orders. Those arrived...Read More
$1–10Atmosphere: 5Cheeseburger, Fried Chicken, Fried Cheese Balls, Fried Chicken blt Sliders, Bacon Cheeseburger with Fries, Double Cheeseburger and Onion Rings, Mac N CheesePlenty of parkingFree parking lotAlthough they have a bar, there is a slightly separate dining area. Several families with kids were enjoying their lunch while we were there.
Carolyn Abbott
Carolyn Abbott -Google user
a month ago
Had a good time . Y first time ever going there.
Atmosphere: 5
Sharon
Sharon -Google user
2 weeks ago
Great place to meet up with friends.
$20–30Atmosphere: 5CheeseburgerNo special event1+ hour
Kevin Craig
Kevin Craig -Google user
6 months ago
Great place to get away to. The staff is great, the food is great, the atmosphere is great. Love it.
Atmosphere: 5
Janet Bunny
Janet Bunny -Google user
11 months ago
Quiet small dining area. Italian beef was very tasty. Homemade quality food in a small, quiet dining area to catch up and visit with friends!
$10–20Atmosphere: 5Pulled Pork
Cassi Gaherty
Cassi Gaherty -Google user
a year ago
We love coming here! The food is always awesome and so is the service! My husband's favorites are the cheeseburger, the Merna Combine or the WINGS!! I love trying the different lunch specials or the "burger of the week"...I also rotate with the wings, the pulled...Read More
$1–10Atmosphere: 5Double Cheeseburger
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A H -Google user
4 years ago
Great atmosphere, great people, great food. Beer was great (as beer usually is), but I wouldn't mind seeing a few more selections or bigger variety of bottles/cans. I didn't go on Wednesday, but I will want to for sure. They do a gizzards/livers special on...Read More
Steve Henry
Steve Henry -Google user
2 years ago
Great food. Very good burgers. Nightly specials. Great wait staff. Fun eating outdoors. A fun place for locals. Can get pretty crowded!
Charles Glover
Charles Glover -Google user
3 years ago
I came to see the Blaggards play, and they put on a real good show. The people were friendly enough, and I even got a chance to see a woman attempt to dance an Irish Jig... But I think it might have been a Cabbage...Read More
Joshua Horine
Joshua Horine -Google user
a year ago
If you missing a burger from green gables, head out out to merna for some great food!! IMHO, Merna tap is tied for best burger around Bloomington!!!
Kelli Smith
Kelli Smith -Google user
a year ago
Great local bar serving very good food. Daily specials and cold drinks. Service is always friendly and good.
JD McQueen
JD McQueen -Google user
a year ago
First visit in years. The waitress was working her tail off bussing inside and outside tables. Food was good and staff is great!
Ryan Bachtold
Ryan Bachtold -Google user
5 years ago
Best little bar on the edge of Bloomington... Merna Tap is a quiet little bar that serves great burgers and has great drink selection. Staff has always been very friendly and outgoing. Our favorite place to stop when leaving Bloomington.
John Puckett
John Puckett -Google user
a year ago
Great place friendly staff and customers. Excellent food especially the gizzards.
Carolyn Muffler
Carolyn Muffler -Google user
5 years ago
great fried chicken with mashed potstoes an white gravy side of corn an a roll $5.50!! cant beat that. friendly staff too. we will go back.

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