Merz on Main is a family owned establishment serving delicious home style favorites seven days a week. 

     Steve and Linda Merz have been dreaming of owning a restaurant from the time they were married in 1989.  When Dennis Gruchala approached them and told them he wanted to step away from the hustle and bustle of being a business owner, it seemed like a perfect fit.  Gruchala's restaurant was a mainstay on Main Street in Columbia, IL for 25 years.  I don't think you can find a single resident of Columbia that hasn't enjoyed a cup of coffee or a McOllie sandwich for breakfast at Gruchalas.  With that being said, Steve and Linda knew that they didn't want to change the bussiness too much.  Many of the same employees as well as the famous fried chicken and fish recipes are staying put at  210 S. Main.
     Come on up and enjoy some of the upgrades such as multiple HD TV's,  Saturday BBQ, a few new lunch specials, and expanded weekday kitchen hours.  You will most likely find Steve or Linda behind the bar serving patrons, or perhaps one of their children Jason or Danielle working in the kitchen. Merz on Main is a family owned and operated business with owners that hope to continue to serve Columbia residents for years to come.