We’re building something small but mighty in an alley off Barton Street—where snacks are shared and good company gathers.
Chef Mark Baker
Yoga Instructor HamOnt Yoga
Stephanie Weiler
Meal Prep & Sunday Dinner Pickup
Hamilton Food Tours
Yoga + Events We are offering takeout of food and libations. We have beer, wine and cocktails available. Come check out our Can Stand and Growler Station when you pickup your food.
07/09/2025
Bikes on Barton is taking the night off — we’ve got a wedding to prep for & friends to celebrate. 🥂💍
HUGE Merk love to Evan & Meaghan — we’re beyond stoked to be part of your day. ❤️
Catch you next time for more bikes, hangs, and alley magic.
02/21/2025
Merk misses you!
Drop in Saturday 1pm-4pm to purchase your favourite records from our personal collection, or to grab some merch or KFC Sauce.
We'd love to see you!
189 Ottawa Street North
02/20/2025
*ATTENTION RECORD LOVERS AND RECORD LOVER LOVERS*
OK, I've taken what I want to keep. The rest can be for you all. Saturday from 1-4(or so). Come on down and grab a box or bag of records and make a deal. Message if you want another time.
02/03/2025
We miss you Ottawa Street North!
If you haven't grabbed your Merk merch yet place your order by Friday for weekend delivery.
T-Shirts S-XXL $30
Hoodies S-XXL $60
KFC Sauce (12oz) $10
T-Shirt + Hoodie + KFC Sauce + Merk Tote $100
Link in bio or message us to order
https://forms.gle/bzmAv3b7wiC5Wq8E6
🤍
01/26/2025
Thank you.
That was one helluva last night.
Thank you.
01/24/2025
We know you'll miss us, so grab some merch and remind yourself of all the good times you've had here!
A limited amount already printed, CASH ONLY.
Otherwise you can pre order for the next round of printing here
https://forms.gle/h4CsocFefbU4qqWm8
01/20/2025
What can you expect this week?
Please be patient & kind. we're winding down the food & beverage menu.
01/18/2025
As we come to the end , celebrating our time with this wonderful community we've grown to love. We have specially selected the last two weeks to include our favourite activities with you.
Karena blessed us last week, with her final tarot reading evening.
Megan filled the lounge with her final comedy night.
So what's in store for this coming week?
Wednesday January 22nd; Euchre at 7:00 pm - please DM us to reserve your teams spot. It's helpful to know ahead of time how many teams will be participating.
Thursday January 23rd; Open Mic Night with Eric. This will be in the lounge, but all are welcome to listen to the hilarity that occurs with these folk. Sign up begins at 8:00 pm!
Friday January 24th; Acoustic Mayhem with Michael Theodore at 7:00 pm. Reservations highly highly encouraged; he fills the room on a normal night let alone his finale.
Saturday January 25th; A celebration of the life of Merk Snack Bar with DJ CLOSE. This will be a first come first serve affair, the lounge will be open for additional seating, the kitchen will be pumping out all your favourite snacks, the team will be behind the bar creating a few last something specials.
As we wind down our last week, we just once again want to thank you all. This won't be the last you see of us; maybe here at 189 Ottawa St but just wait.
01/18/2025
After several years of serving tapas and cocktails at 189 Ottawa Street North, we are closing our doors at the end of January 2025.
Join us for a farewell celebration to honor the memories, laughter, and good times we've shared
⚠️New Merch Drop⚠️
Hoodies & T-Shirts
S- # # made by
Live music from on Friday & Saturday🎵💃
See you there! Thank YOU for everything. 💓