“ We love Mel's. It's a great traditional dinner open 24/7, so it's a great option for breakfast, lunch or a late night stop. I haven't had anything there that I didn't like. Malts, pancakes, club sandwiches, onion rings and some of the best chicken strips around. When all else fails, Mel's is always a great option, no matter the time of day. ”

“ Delicious food, excellent and quick service in an old school diner that has stood the test of time! We recently dined at Mel's for breakfast and our favorite noms were the house potatoes, liver and onions, and the hot fluffy biscuits. The thick gravy poured on the liver made me do a happy dance and the biscuits were large and extra hot. My fiancé ordered the beef scramble and while not particularly flavorful, it was extra meaty and piping hot. The pancakes on the other hand, were a dime-a-dozen and suspiciously reminiscent of the hot cakes my grandparents used to order from McDonald's. All things considered, this diner had such a cool atmosphere as the walls were donned in neon colors, quirky sayings and 1900s memorabilia. [I especially loved the yearbook pictures featured in the bathrooms.] If you're in Lafayette, I recommend giving Mel's a try. It's a great place to eat delicious and reasonably priced food at anytime of the day^^ ”

“ Mel's offers, fresh, tasty food in a cozy diner setting. The service is helpful and friendly. It's been around forever for a reason! ”

“ Can you call it a world famous biscuit if it's baked in a muffin tin? I missed the fluffy edges of a traditional biscuit but it was moist and tender. The grits were boring and i would've preferred my sausage broken up in the omelette rather than just placed whole but it was a good start to the day none the less. Service was fast and friendly but the diner is small and I can see the wait being long during rush hours. I wouldn't wait to eat here but I would return. T-Coons is much better. ”

“ I had the #22, which featured two extra-large eggs, three strips of bacon, and hash browns, all for $9.75 plus tax. It was a great choice for a post-night-out meal with friends. The food hit the spot, and the ambience was just right for a relaxed hangout. While the server was decent, the overall experience was enjoyable. Not pictures: sweet tea & buttered toast. ”

“ We decided to try this location as we had enjoyed the other location so much! Our server was very patient with all of Julies questions. It's a nice place set up like a fifties diner, pinks and turquoise and black and white with a lot of chrome! It's a 24/7 diner with breakfast and supper full time! I had the #22 breakfast with French toast Julie had a chicken fried steak plus we got a pair of meat loaf dinners to go! Only down side was they were out of ice cream. It's clean and bright and this location has a college close by so they are going to get kids often! ”

“ I've been there for lunch and I've been there for breakfast. Both experiences were great if you like diner fare. Seating is limited, so you might have to wait a bit for a table unless you go in early. Technically, that's a good sign. If all the tables were available, that would be assigned the foods not so good every time I've been there the service is also been good and attentive. ”

“ Mel's is my favorite place to visit for breakfast when in Lafayette so, it only made since for me to bring first time visitors to Lafayette. My group of 4 were greeted and immediately seated when we arrived. Nicole was our server and she delivered good service overall. I just wished she would have dropped by the table to check in us after we received our food. However, based on the overall service and food, I still rate my visit five dtarsy ”

“ Cute diner and decent breakfast food. I think the prices are fairly reasonable. Although the place was busy, we were seated right away. Good service. The only complaint would be the gravy paired with the biscuits. It just tasted really bad, but other than that, good dining experience and if you're looking for a nice breakfast/brunch, this would be a suitable contender. ”