About

About

The River Merchant Restaurant & Wine Market is Kent’s Riverfront Restaurant, which combines crafted food & beverage with upscale hospitality. The River Merchant is the place to visit for business lunches, date nights, family gatherings and friendly get-togethers.

Locally owned and operated, we strive to be an active participant in the Kent community. More than a gathering space, The River Merchant celebrates Kent’s heritage on the Cuyahoga. Through our rustic décor, historic photographs coupled with views of the old canal ways and active railroad running along the river.

Curated by an in-house sommelier, our Wine Market offers over 350 selections of wine, craft beers & custom merchandise. Gift items and special ordering are available. Please visit to explore what the River Merchant offers!

River Merchant Bottle Cap Shaped Metal Sign
  • Patio in Summer
  • Chandeliers in Dining Room
  • RM Sign in Bar Area
  • Multiple Food Items
  • Draft Taps Behind Bar
  • Spirits List
  • Bar Area in Winter
  • River Merchant Date Night
  • Retail Not Yo' Daddy's Mexican Hot Sauce & Bent Tree Coffee
  • Table Setting & Menu in Main Dining Room
  • Creme Brulee Topped with Strawberries
  • Ahi Tuna Salad
  • Banana Walnut Cheesecake
  • Refreshers
  • Weekend Feature
  • Pub Style Pollock Sandwich
  • Poached Peach Salad, Mandarin Salad, Zucchini Blossoms & Watermelon Mojito
  • Chocolate Lava Cakes
  • Thai Chicken Flatbread
  • Bison Smash Burger

Contact Us

(330) 968-6376 Email Us

Hours of Operation

Happy Hour 4–6pm Monday–Friday

Last Seating at Close

Hours

  • Monday: 4pm-10pm
  • Tuesday: 11am-10pm
  • Wednesday: 11am-10pm
  • Thursday: 11am-10pm
  • Friday: 11am-10pm
  • Saturday: 11am-10pm
  • Sunday: 11am-10pm

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