Mel's Diner

Name: Mel's Diner
Address: 140 University Ave W, Waterloo, ON N2L 6J3, Canada, L, Canada

4.2/5 ★ based on 8 reviews

Contact Mel's Diner

Address :	140 University Ave W, Waterloo, ON N2L 6J3, Canada
Phone :	📞 +9797
Website :	http://www.melsdiner.ca/
Categories :	Hamburger restaurant , Breakfast restaurant , Family restaurant , Diner ,
City :	L
Description :	All-day breakfast, hand-pressed burgers & blue-plate specials in a retro diner setting.

140 University Ave W, Waterloo, ON N2L 6J3, Canada

Best Diner in Canada

V	Vicky Tsai on Google ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ Service was fast and attentive. Good portion for the price, food is pretty good as well. If you get the chance, should try out their milkshakes-they have a variety of flavors to choose from and does not taste artificial.
L	Lou on Google ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ Sunday, May 8, 2022: 5-6PM. Had a Garden Salad & a Chicken Club Sandwich with Home style Potatoes. Potatoes, Sandwich was very...very good! Salad was fair. The Service is excellent...very...very... polite! The Waitstaff checked on all tables... What's amazing is that this Staff is mostly made of young individuals...the service(Hostess,Tables & the Bar) is awesome!!! I heard their interactions with most Customers & Uber Eats...very polite & attentive. I will absolutely return with my family to this location. It is definitely an excellent family Diner! make sure you Tip 'em good!
T	Tarun Joseph on Google ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ Amazing ambience and very friendly staff. I tried the chicken waffle and it was delicious would definitely recommend. The chicken was crispy and the waffles crispy from the outside and fluffy from the inside. I really loved the spicy maple syrup as it complimented the chicken and waffles very well.
E	EatIn Ontario on Google ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ Mels diner is the perfect hangout spot for the days you're not sure where to eat at. From the jukebox to the diner-style décor, everything is so aesthetic at Mels. We ordered 3 dishes, the Bang Bang Chicken for appetizers, Spaghetti and BLT sandwich for the main dishes. The food portions were also really good and not too pricey either, it was definitely value for your money. Although all three dishes were absolutely delicious, if I were to recommend one dish as a must-try it would be their Bang Bang Chicken. Their bang bang chicken consisted of chicken bites tossed in Thai chili sauce. The chicken bites themselves were so tender and the green onion garnish paired with the sauce made the dish mouthwatering and so yummy! So if you're ever in UW Plaza looking for a chill place to eat breakfast, lunch or dinner, definitely check out Mels Diner!
S	Sayani Chowdhury on Google ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ While I used to love coming to Mels in first year, unfortunately their quality has become inconsistent. It has become a very hit or miss location these days. Today, we ordered a McFly and buffalo chicken poutine. The sandwich and poutine were both just okay. Their service was quick despite the place being fairly busy. Mel’s will always be known as the diner that’s right next to the university where students can enjoy a great vibe and a milkshake.
a	alice li on Google ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ Mel’s was once my top brunch spot, a place I held dearly with a special place of my heart. The last two times I was there though, I think things have changed and there wasn’t too much special in their food. The portions were smaller than I remembered, and the actual food wasn’t outstanding. I still love the vibe but I think I’d only come here for the atmosphere and with friends, instead of for the food.
A	Alison L on Google ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ This is a classic breakfast spot near campus. Just go with some friends and grab a booth. The food isn't anything special to be honest, but the vibes are good. I'd recommend their Chicken Waffle Benny and I'd probably steer clear of the Buffalo Chicken Poutine. It wasn't terrible, but it wasn't enjoyable to eat in terms of texture and flavour.
S	Sarah Vu on Google ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ Great atmosphere and very friendly staff. Our group was around 13 people and there were lots of space early in the morning when it first opens (it does get quite busy later in the day and in the evenings/nights). The ambiance is bright with retro designs and very aesthetic. The food itself is good. Got the Lobster Benedict - the poached egg was cooked well but the fries were a bit on the drier side. Mel’s is also known for its milkshake so those are a must try! Overall great diner to try if in the area!