Original Mel's of Roseville
Roseville, CA 95661-2923
Phone: (916) 783-6357
- Hours:
- Daily 24 hours
Editorial Review for Original Mel's of Roseville – by Tamara Olson
The Scene
The decor is fabulous '50s: black and white interior complete with neon signs and a jukebox. The walls of the restaurant are loaded with memorabilia from the film "American Graffiti." Scenes from the movie were filmed at the Original Mel's in San Francisco, which, incidentally, is over 50 years old.
The Food
Mels' menu is full of diner delights from burgers and sandwiches to pancakes and hot fudge sundaes. Blue-plate specials like meatloaf and chicken-fried steak are served with a big square of cornbread and your choice of two side dishes.
What to Order
The ice cream shakes are creamy and delicious, while the "Melfries" are seasoned to perfection.
(9/99)
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Insider Tips
Tyke's DelightThis is a great place to bring the kids. Watch their eyes light up when the waiter brings over that chocolate milkshake. The Old Spaghetti Factory is also good for the little ones.
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User Reviews for Original Mel's of Roseville
08/16/2007 Posted by whiterose01
I've probably been to this restaurant more times than any other. After an all-nighter as a college student this was the place to go. Great atmosphere, friendly faces and service, they even remember your name! The place is usually packed with people of all ages, and around 2 AM its packed with cops (I've come here all hours of the night). All the food I've tried so far is good and the icecream sundae is piled so high its a wonder it doesn't topple over on the way to the table. The food doesn't drip in grease like Denny's food does. Great place for a Sunday brunch. Also, beware that this is the only Mel's out of the three around the Sacramento area that is open 24hrs. My favorites are the mel-fries dipped in ranch and their sandwiches or chicken strips. I've always been too full to try the shakes, but friends say they're delicious.
Pros: open all night, song requests from your table, good quality diner food, good for kids
Cons: nothing I can think of
07/01/2007 Posted by missamyq
Its like a upper class Dennys but with class. Haha. I absolutely love the atmosphere and people who go here. Everyone is up to beat and have all the energy in the world for you. I love their Chicken Fried Steak! YUmmmmm.
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