OUR SEASONAL MENU
OUR SEASONAL MENU
Seasonal by nature, inspired by Spain and Latin America. Our menu evolves throughout the year, celebrating Melbourne's finest seasonal produce and the bold flavours that define Bar Mercado. Every visit brings something fresh to discover.
From croquetas and ceviche to tacos, wood-fired corn and our signature arepas, each dish is thoughtfully crafted to showcase the best ingredients of the season. Designed for sharing, every plate is perfectly paired with our signature cocktails, curated wines and refreshing cervezas.
Whether you're joining us for a casual drink and snacks or settling in for a long shared feast, Bar Mercado offers a dining experience that's vibrant, relaxed and always worth coming back for.
Weekly Offers
THE $15 MENU – Eight dishes. $15 each. Available during lunch at Bar Mercado. THURSDAY - SUNDAY · 12PM – 3PM
$35 CHEF SELECTION – Our Three-Course Chef’s Selection brings together a curated taste of our kitchen, served shared-style and designed for two. Bookings Only
APERTIVO HOUR – $15 margaritas, $8 wine and beer, daily 5–7pm
Food for friends, dates, or just yourself - all are welcome.
SIGNATURE DRINKS
Sobremesa
More than a drink, Sobremesa is an invitation to slow down. Named after the Spanish tradition of lingering around the table in conversation, this cocktail combines aged rum, creamy horchata de chufa, Pedro Ximénez sherry and banana liqueur for a warm, comforting finish that's made to be shared.
Brasa
Inspired by the glowing embers of a traditional South American asado, where the fire becomes the heart of gathering, conversation and celebration, Brasa captures the warmth of those final embers slow, aromatic and inviting. Prepared tableside in a copper pot and finished with flame, this cocktail brings together Scotch whisky, orchard fruit, toasted nuts and warming spice in a modern expression of fire and hospitality.
Jardín Secreto
Inspired by the hidden courtyard gardens of old Spain, Jardín Secreto is a bright and aromatic highball that layers crisp gin with delicate elderflower, fresh cucumber, and a whisper of absinthe. The result is cool, herbal, and refreshing, with a subtle anise finish that lingers like a secret only the garden knows.
El Diablo
A darker interpretation of the classic Latin tequila serve, El Diablo brings together reposadotequila, blackberry, fresh lime and warming ginger with a subtle winter spice. Bold yetbalanced, it moves between sweet fruit, citrus brightness and a slow-building heat that givesthe cocktail its devilish name.
Kiwi Kiss
Fresh, playful, and silky, Kiwi Kiss takes inspiration from South American pisco sours while introducing a modern tropical twist. Pisco is shaken with fresh kiwi, lime, elderflower and a soft foam finish to create a cocktail that is vibrant, fragrant and delicately tart, a drink that feels as effortless as its name suggests.
Margarita
Bright, crisp and effortlessly refreshing, our Margarita brings together tequila, fresh lime and orange liqueur with a lightly seasoned rim for the perfect balance of citrus, salt and smooth agave warmth. Clean, lively and endlessly drinkable.
BAR MERCADO · LUNCH
LUNCH
From a quick $15 lunch to the full Mercado experience.
$15 LUNCH MENU
Eight dishes. Fifteen dollars each.
Mercado Signature Arepas *
Artisan flatbread with sweet potato, chorizo & ancho chilli brown butter, whipped queso, chilli miel y higos, guasacaca
Croquetas de Queso de Cabra y Jalapeño (V)
Housemade goat cheese and jalapeño croquetas, romesco ketchup
Spanish Chorizo
Mojo verde, caramelised onion, rocket and fennel
Berenjenas Fritas
Mojo rojo, mint emulsion, manchego
Pollo a la Birra
Half grilled chicken with ají verde, burnt lemon
Mercado Signature Arepas *
Artisan flatbread with sweet potato, chorizo & ancho chilli brown butter, whipped queso, chilli miel y higos, guasacaca
Crudo
QVM fresh fish, burnt pink grapefruit, pickled cucumber, smoked nori chilli salt
Croquetas de Queso de Cabra y Jalapeño (V)
Housemade goat cheese and jalapeño croquetas, romesco ketchup
Angus Reserve Beef Brisket Taco (GF) *
Slow cooked beef brisket, ají verde, cabbage slaw, guindillas, smoked lava salt
Angus Reserve Asado Beef Steak Skewer
Wood-fired Angus steak with lardo, guindillas, herb picado mayo & smoked Oaxacan salt
Gambas del Mercado
Grilled market prawns, bisque de gambas, fermented cherry tomatoes, yuca & Dröm focaccia
Choice of Dessert
Chocolate Naranja Quemada, Tonka or Tarta de Santiago
BAR MERCADO · DINNER
DINNER
Choose à la carte, or let us take you through the full Mercado experience.
PLATOS PEQUEÑOS · SMALL PLATES
Freshly Shucked Oysters
GF · DF
Salsa de Verano
Crudo
QVM fresh fish, burnt pink grapefruit, pickled cucumber, smoked nori chilli salt
Mercado Signature Arepas *
Artisan flatbread with sweet potato, chorizo & ancho chilli brown butter, whipped queso, chilli miel y higos, guasacaca
Croquetas de Queso de Cabra y Jalapeño (V)
Housemade goat cheese and jalapeño croquetas, romesco ketchup
Angus Reserve Beef Brisket Taco (GF)
Slow cooked beef brisket, ají verde, cabbage slaw, guindillas, smoked lava salt
Berenjenas Fritas
Mojo rojo, mint emulsion, manchego
Papas Fritas
Chips
POSTRES · DESSERTS
Chocolate Naranja Quemada, Tonka
Ancho chocolate, burnt blood orange, tonka marshmallow
Tarta de Santiago
Seasonal berry almond torte, vanilla bean ice cream
Mercado Signature Arepas *
Artisan flatbread with sweet potato, chorizo & ancho chilli brown butter, whipped queso, chilli miel y higos, guasacaca
Croquetas de Queso de Cabra y Jalapeño (V)
Housemade goat cheese and jalapeño croquetas, romesco ketchup
Spanish Chorizo
Mojo verde, caramelised onion, rocket and fennel
Berenjenas Fritas
Mojo rojo, mint emulsion, manchego
Pollo a la Birra
Half grilled chicken with ají verde, burnt lemon
Mercado Signature Arepas *
Artisan flatbread with sweet potato, chorizo & ancho chilli brown butter, whipped queso, chilli miel y higos, guasacaca
Crudo
QVM fresh fish, burnt pink grapefruit, pickled cucumber, smoked nori chilli salt
Croquetas de Queso de Cabra y Jalapeño (V)
Housemade goat cheese and jalapeño croquetas, romesco ketchup
Angus Reserve Beef Brisket Taco (GF) *
Slow cooked beef brisket, ají verde, cabbage slaw, guindillas, smoked lava salt
Angus Reserve Asado Beef Steak Skewer
Wood-fired Angus steak with lardo, guindillas, herb picado mayo & smoked Oaxacan salt
Gambas del Mercado
Grilled market prawns, bisque de gambas, fermented cherry tomatoes, yuca & Dröm focaccia
Choice of Dessert
Chocolate Naranja Quemada, Tonka or Tarta de Santiago