Food hall, food court, or urban eatery? What The Mercantile On Main in downtown Rochester actually is
The Mercantile On Main is a food hall in downtown Rochester: independent local kitchens around shared seating, and an event venue in the same room.
Mercantile Social: Salsa, Bachata, Kizomba & Zouk
MERCANTILE SOCIAL Mercantile Social: Salsa, Bachata, Kizomba & Zouk Hannah Lyons · September 21, 2026 Join us downtown for Mercantile Social, an evening of Latin and partner dancing at The Mercantile On Main for seasoned dancers and curious beginners alike. Friday, October 2 · 7–11 p.m. Salsa · Bachata · Kizomba · Zouk An evening […]
Trivia Night at The Mercantile On Main
TRIVIA NIGHT Trivia Night at The Mercantile On Main Hannah Lyons · September 21, 2026 Grab a slice, bring your friends, and test what you know. The Merc is hosting themed Trivia Nights—South Park, then Seinfeld. South Park Trivia Tuesday, September 22 · 6–7 p.m. Bring your friends and your deepest deep cuts for an […]
Your Guide to Rochester Fringe Festival 2026 at Sibley Square
Rochester Fringe Festival returns September 15–26, 2026, with 18 productions at The Duke and Focus Theater at Sibley Square.
El Rey de las Tripletas Café Comes to The Mercantile On Main
Puerto Rican café El Rey de las Tripletas is joining The Mercantile On Main this month, with a targeted opening of September 14. Family-run tripletas, loaded plates, and tres leches in downtown Rochester.
Sibley Spotlight Series: Ithaca Hummus (Watch)
Our very own Ken Greene, Vice President of Commercial Development for Sibley Square interviews Ithaca Hummus Chief Operating Officer, Frank Cavallaro. Ithaca Hummus is a true innovator in the prepackaged food industry from exciting and unique flavors to their one-of-a-kind pressure treatment process.
Celebrate the End of Summer at The Mercantile on Main
Send off summer at The Mercantile on Main with food samples from five restaurants, a drink ticket, music, karaoke, free games, local pop-up vendors and raffle prizes on Friday, August 28.
Inside Sibley Square: A Walk Through Rochester History with News 8
News 8’s Theresa Marsenburg joined Ken for a floor-by-floor tour of Sibley Square, uncovering the stories, architecture and hidden corners of one of downtown Rochester’s most recognizable landmarks.
ROC International Jazz Fest Starts This Friday — Make Mercantile on Main Your Home Base
The city is about to come alive with music, movement, and energy as the Rochester International Jazz Festival kicks off this Friday. For nine incredible days, Center City Rochester will be filled with live performances, dancing, food, drinks, and the kind of summer excitement that makes Jazz Fest one of the most anticipated events of the year.
Live Music Continues at the Mercantile on Main This May 🎶
Spring is in full swing, and the Mercantile on Main is keeping the music going with our Spring & Summer 2026 Concert Series.
Join us Thursday evenings in May from 6pm–8pm for live music in the heart of downtown Rochester. It is the perfect way to unwind after work, meet up with friends, grab a bite, and enjoy a fun happy hour atmosphere while all of our restaurants are open for business.