Chef Melba and waiter, John, are awesome!! The food, ambiance, friendly attitude, and professionalism are everything you want from a neighborhood bistro and more! I can't say enough about Chef Melba herself - a wonderful chef and person. The food is fantastic! Michelin star worthy for sure!
JulieJ
The food was amazing and Chef Melba was willing to make a few adjustments neede for the group. The food came piping hot to our table. Thank your for making our birthday celebration a huge success! Best wishes on your retirement.
David Kervin
So sad to see Chef Melba retiring. One of the best places for dinner on the beach.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Signature Dark Chocolate, Lobster Medallions, Persian Salad, Organic Chicken Linguine, Ahi Poke, Organic Chicken Picatta, Angel Hair, Fish
Kristi
I love this place! The food is excellent, I love being able to watch Chef Melba working behind the counter and love that she always has time to wave and say hello! If you want a locals hangout that's super friendly with really good food ... this is your home base!
Patti
Overall a lovely little bistro. Pretty good service from the waitstaff. Only thing that was a bit problematic was the cost of the specials. Was very surprised to get the bill and find the specials were essentially double the price of the entrees. $62 a special. Would have expected lobster or a large ribeye steak for that price. Would go again but specials were not worth the price.
deaddoc
This little bistro is a real neighborhood gem. The food was delicious, bursting with flavor and perfectly cooked. We are jus sad that the chef will be retiring soon, so we don't have much time to go back!
Liz Harsch
Chef Melbas Bistro is a favorite for us for fine dining in the #southbay excellent food and fresh ideas and she uses her own garden resources. Highly recommend it!
BrianP
What can I say other than Chef Melba's is absolutely incredible. We had a fantastic dinner there on Friday evening and shut the restaurant down. the food, the service, the camaraderie, the quaintness, the intimacy of the space is just on matched. . Also, the phenomenal food and a very personal experience as chef Melba comes to your table and makes sure you're satisfied with the meal. John, who is the head waiter? Make sure that we lack Nord need of anything as we were considered v. I p's. We have a special drink at the end of our experience.
Luke Curran
Food here is elite; best in HB. The seafood is always fresh and perfectly prepared. Great wine selection too. Highly recommend Melba’
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
They only had ONE server working on NYE. We had to ask for everything. The two items we tried were nothing special. I've had better tuna tartare at chain restaurants. The risotto was loaded with onions (?) and had a lot of liquid. Very disappointing experience.
Great NYE experience! Was very busy and was catered to perfectly. Great service from the server and food was next level amazing! Was a great way to end the new year with amazing service and food!
sebastian botero
We loved the bone marrow dish at this restaurant, as well as the mussels and dessert options. Chef Melba’s cooking is an absolute delight, boasting a rich and savory flavor that left a lasting impression. Jan, our server, provided impeccable hospitality and entertained us throughout the evening. Melba's personal touch is evident in the way she treated every customer like family, creating a warm and inviting atmosphere. I would wholeheartedly recommend this establishment to anyone seeking a combination of exceptional food, outstanding service, and a welcoming ambiance.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Seafood
Jacob Jevitz
We had an exceptional dining experience at Chef Melba's thanks to John. His warm welcome, insightful menu suggestions, and attention to detail truly elevated my wife's birthday celebration. John's expertise and hospitality made the evening unforgettable. Highly recommend! Will return!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Jake Jevitz
We had an exceptional dining experience at Chef Melba's thanks to John. His warm welcome, insightful menu suggestions, and attention to detail truly elevated my wife's birthday celebration. John's expertise and hospitality made the evening unforgettable. Highly recommend! Will return!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
walkycat
Chef Melba's is always excellent! Outstanding steaks and seafood! Daily specials and everything is made with the freshest ingredients. Our family goes to Chef Melba's Bistro every time we are in the area.
Chef Melba and waiter, John, are awesome!! The food, ambiance, friendly attitude, and professionalism are everything you want from a neighborhood bistro and more! I can't say enough about Chef Melba herself - a wonderful chef and person. The food is fantastic! Michelin star worthy for sure!
The food was amazing and Chef Melba was willing to make a few adjustments neede for the group. The food came piping hot to our table. Thank your for making our birthday celebration a huge success! Best wishes on your retirement.
So sad to see Chef Melba retiring. One of the best places for dinner on the beach.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Signature Dark Chocolate, Lobster Medallions, Persian Salad, Organic Chicken Linguine, Ahi Poke, Organic Chicken Picatta, Angel Hair, Fish
I love this place! The food is excellent, I love being able to watch Chef Melba working behind the counter and love that she always has time to wave and say hello! If you want a locals hangout that's super friendly with really good food ... this is your home base!
Overall a lovely little bistro. Pretty good service from the waitstaff. Only thing that was a bit problematic was the cost of the specials. Was very surprised to get the bill and find the specials were essentially double the price of the entrees. $62 a special. Would have expected lobster or a large ribeye steak for that price. Would go again but specials were not worth the price.
This little bistro is a real neighborhood gem. The food was delicious, bursting with flavor and perfectly cooked. We are jus sad that the chef will be retiring soon, so we don't have much time to go back!
Chef Melbas Bistro is a favorite for us for fine dining in the #southbay excellent food and fresh ideas and she uses her own garden resources. Highly recommend it!
What can I say other than Chef Melba's is absolutely incredible. We had a fantastic dinner there on Friday evening and shut the restaurant down. the food, the service, the camaraderie, the quaintness, the intimacy of the space is just on matched. . Also, the phenomenal food and a very personal experience as chef Melba comes to your table and makes sure you're satisfied with the meal. John, who is the head waiter? Make sure that we lack Nord need of anything as we were considered v. I p's. We have a special drink at the end of our experience.
Food here is elite; best in HB. The seafood is always fresh and perfectly prepared. Great wine selection too. Highly recommend Melba’
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
They only had ONE server working on NYE. We had to ask for everything. The two items we tried were nothing special. I've had better tuna tartare at chain restaurants. The risotto was loaded with onions (?) and had a lot of liquid. Very disappointing experience.
Restaurantji Recommends
Great NYE experience! Was very busy and was catered to perfectly. Great service from the server and food was next level amazing! Was a great way to end the new year with amazing service and food!
We loved the bone marrow dish at this restaurant, as well as the mussels and dessert options. Chef Melba’s cooking is an absolute delight, boasting a rich and savory flavor that left a lasting impression. Jan, our server, provided impeccable hospitality and entertained us throughout the evening. Melba's personal touch is evident in the way she treated every customer like family, creating a warm and inviting atmosphere. I would wholeheartedly recommend this establishment to anyone seeking a combination of exceptional food, outstanding service, and a welcoming ambiance.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Seafood
We had an exceptional dining experience at Chef Melba's thanks to John. His warm welcome, insightful menu suggestions, and attention to detail truly elevated my wife's birthday celebration. John's expertise and hospitality made the evening unforgettable. Highly recommend! Will return!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
We had an exceptional dining experience at Chef Melba's thanks to John. His warm welcome, insightful menu suggestions, and attention to detail truly elevated my wife's birthday celebration. John's expertise and hospitality made the evening unforgettable. Highly recommend! Will return!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Chef Melba's is always excellent! Outstanding steaks and seafood! Daily specials and everything is made with the freshest ingredients. Our family goes to Chef Melba's Bistro every time we are in the area.
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