Escalante Mercantile, known as “The Merc,” is a charming natural grocery and mercantile located in a historic building on Main Street in Escalante, Utah. The store offers an extensive selection of natural and organic items, including fresh fruits and vegetables, meats, gourmet cheeses, milk alternatives, and many gluten-free brands. It caters to outdoor enthusiasts with a variety of hiking and backpacking foods, making it a great stop for travelers and locals alike. The Merc features a full-service coffee bar and café, serving fresh baked pastries, hot breakfast options like sausage, egg, and cheese bagels or breakfast burritos, and fresh lunch items for takeout. Customers praise the store’s clean, organized, and fresh environment, highlighting the quality of the gourmet foods, smoothies, and sandwiches prepared to order. Visitors from out of town appreciate the friendly staff and the variety of delicious food, often returning after their hikes for more. Although some items like sandwiches and salads are available at nearby locations, The Merc stands out as a welcoming oasis with a wide selection of fresh, healthy, and specialty foods, making it a must-visit stop in Escalante.
Lunch for after hike. Purchased chicken salad, potato salad, Pastrami & Swiss. Each was over the top fresh and delicious! After hike, returned for more chicken salad.
Visiting from Pa. ... Thankful we stopped!
April 2025
This spot is great. They have a lot of fresh gourmet level foods. They make smoothies and sandwiches to order. The shop is clean, fresh and well organized. Whether you're passing through or staying in town, it's worth a stop here.
March 2025
Super tasty breakfast burrito, beautiful bagel. Nice owner!
