Cocktail bar
Unclaimed profileMercury Lounge & Restaurant
Silver Spring, MD
Inebrious
Beverage Program Score
Research completed 2026-09-06 · Based on current public sources
Menu evidence checked: 2026-08-02
Editor: Micah Rousey
Review methodology and evidence standardsThe editorial take
Mercury Lounge & Restaurant positions itself as a cocktail bar with a dedicated menu of signature drinks, priced from $12 to $15. The happy hour is a central feature, offering premium cocktails, wine by the glass, domestic beer, and shots at reduced prices. Non-alcoholic options are also available. This is a place for straightforward, value-oriented drinking.
- What should I order?
- Start with the Mercury Mule, a signature cocktail at $13, or the NY Whiskey Sour at $14. During happy hour, the same Mercury Mule drops to $7, alongside the Hennessy Sidecar. For a non-alcoholic option, lemonade or Perrier at $3 works.
- Who will enjoy this place?
- Drinkers who appreciate a broad cocktail menu with creative names and a lively happy hour will find options. The venue also suits those seeking value, with $7 premium cocktails and $5 shots during happy hour.
- When should I go?
- Happy hour is the time to experience the range of discounted drinks, including premium cocktails, wine, beer, and shots.
- What should I expect to spend?
- Signature cocktails range from $12 to $15. Happy hour offers significant savings: premium cocktails at $7, wine by the glass at $6, domestic beer at $5, and non-alcoholic drinks at $3.
- What makes the beverage program distinctive?
- The venue's identity as a cocktail bar is reinforced by a dedicated cocktail menu with creative names and a diverse selection. The happy hour extends beyond cocktails to include wine, beer, and shots, making it a multi-category drinking destination.
Beverage categories
We only score what a venue sets out to do. Categories a venue doesn't attempt are left unscored rather than penalized.
Cocktails
A dedicated cocktail menu features six signature options with creative names, ranging from a rum punch to a Don Julio reposado margarita. Happy hour reduces premium cocktails to $7, making craft drinks accessible.
Menu strengths
- — A signature cocktail list with creative names and varied spirit bases, from the Mercury Mule to the Dreamy Don Julio Reposado Margarita.
- — Happy hour pricing on premium cocktails at $7 each, including the Mercury Mule and Hennessy Sidecar.
Standout selections
- — Mercury Mule - $13 signature, $7 during happy hour
- — NY Whiskey Sour - $14; Raging Rum Punch - $12
Pricing: Signature cocktails $12-$15; happy hour premium cocktails $7
Wine
Wine is available during happy hour with by-the-glass and bottle options. The pricing is straightforward, but the selection itself is not detailed.
Menu strengths
- — Happy hour wine by the glass at $6 provides a low-cost entry.
- — Bottle pricing at $35 during happy hour offers a shared option.
Standout selections
- — Wine by the glass - $6 during happy hour
- — Bottle of wine - $35 during happy hour
Pricing: Happy hour: wine by the glass $6, bottles $35
Beer
Beer offerings at happy hour are limited to domestic beer and a bucket of beer.
Menu strengths
- — Domestic beer at $5 per glass during happy hour.
- — Bucket of beer at $10 provides a group-friendly option.
Standout selections
- — Domestic Beer - $5 during happy hour; Bucket of Beer - $10 during happy hour
Pricing: Happy hour: domestic beer $5, bucket of beer $10
Nonalcoholic
The program includes refreshing mocktails and a range of non-alcoholic beverages like Redbull, coconut, Perrier, and lemonade, all priced at $3 during happy hour.
Menu strengths
- — Emphasis on craft cocktails and mocktails on the drinks page.
- — Multiple non-alcoholic options at $3 each during happy hour.
Standout selections
- — Lemonade - $3 during happy hour; Perrier Water - $3 during happy hour
Pricing: Happy hour: $3 each
Spirits
Spirits are represented through happy hour shots of Hennessy, Patron, and Jameson at $5 each. This is a straightforward shot program without a broader spirit list.
Menu strengths
- — Happy hour shots at $5 each provide an affordable way to sample spirits.
- — Includes recognizable brands like Hennessy, Patron, and Jameson.
Standout selections
- — Hennessy shot - $5 during happy hour; Patron shot - $5 during happy hour
Pricing: Happy hour shots: $5 each
About this review
Research is based on recent public evidence, including official venue materials and beverage menus when available. The review date is the research completion date and does not imply an in-person visit.
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