Merkels Tavern on Central

"It was my first time in there tonight, and I told the bartender this was my first time. He said okay; I asked for a menu, and he said here you go. A couple minutes went by, and he asked me if I was ready. I said yes, so he proceeded to take my order. I asked for my drink first, and he said you need an ID. I said, Oh, I'm sorry, I don't have mine, so just forget the drink. He said, No, like, you need an ID to be in here after 7 PM. I said, OK, I can at least order food and leave, but he told me no. So knowing that it was my first time there, he didn't tell me about the rules prior. So you're not even allowed to get food if you don't have an ID present. This was the most ridiculous, the most wasteful amount of time, and the most disappointed I have ever been in a bar, restaurant, or tavern. In no way shape or form, if I say I am a first-time customer, do you expect me to know the rules? I was treated unfairly, and it was something I won't forget, nor did I appreciate it. I will never go back. And unfortunately, if I am asked about this establishment, I will have to give them the harshest, most critical review possible. Because all they did was offend, make assumptions, and deny me a great customer experience."

"I frequent this establishment so I think it is time to speak up publicly. I used to love coming here. This place is going downhill. I have been served moldy ice in my drink, I have killed multiple bugs on the bar top, and lately the smell of sulfur is very intense! If you need help with bowling game or pool the bartenders will have to wake the manager up from his nap in the back to help you. Don’t order food in the daytime, it could take an hour if they are even serving food at all! Also they let people bring their KIDS into this bar! Time to find a new place to hang out."

"They have FLASH-O-MATIC BOWLING!!! So fun! Plus lots of dart machines and pool tables. 20oz Bells Two Hearted was $8 so nothing great there... lots of TVs to watch sports. Loooooong bar to sit at."

"Looks like your average hole in the wall bar, but it's not! My hubby and I decided to try this place out after several of people we know posted on Facebook about the place. We went in around 6pm thinking we would stay an hour or so and have a beer...we didn't leave until around midnight. The beer on tap is ice cold, the food is amazing, the customer service can't be beat, and there is so much to do! We played pool, darts, shuffle board and shot some hoops in the back room. They have a pinball machine, and a vintage bowling machine. After playing a few games we were hungry so we ordered some garlic parmesan wings, a burger, and some onion rings not expecting much....expect the unexpected. The food was delicious! Best wings ever!! Don't take my word for it though. Stop in and see for yourself!"

"Was in the area and needed a quick bite and a beer. Pics say it all. Cool joint, bigger inside than I thought. Was quiet but I was an off time of the day. Pinball and some cool stuff. Would swing by again for sure at a time when it might be a bit more lively. Suspect it'd be fun!"