Mel’s Diner

31 CA-88, Jackson
(209) 223-0853

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Sammi Lewis

Burgers were flavorless, fries had no salt, and we were sat by the swinging bar doors. Not a good experience.

Atmosphere: 1

Food: 1

Service: 2

Alissa Nieman

The staff was super friendly and attentive. They were busy but food came fast and so did refills of our drinks. The food was delicious and fresh. Love this place.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Tha Duke

Food was tasty. Just wish portions were a little larger. Price was really good. 2 meals, cup of coffee plus tip was under $40.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

LeeAnn Cass

Absolutely DELICIOUS! My boyfriend and I got into town later in the day (8 pm) and very little was open that was serving food. The front desk at our hotel recommended this diner and it was fabulous. Make sure to indulge in a slice of coconut cream pie. This was the perfect way to end our day.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Jeff Daniels

Fun place with lots of memorabilia on the walls. Friendly staff, generous portions, and yummy food. I had never been here before. I drove 80 miles that morning for breakfast at Mel's. Well worth it. As a bonus for EVers, there are Tesla superchargers (non-Tesla ok) in the parking lot.

Atmosphere: 4

Food: 5

Service: 4

Mary giddish

We have made it a point to eat here again on our second travel thru Jackson, CA and it was well worth it. Food, Staff, Prices and atmosphere is great. They live up to their longtime existence and reputation!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Golf “The Golf Pilot” Pilot

Staff is real friendly and it just has that small town diner fell to it. We had a great experience here while our car charged in the back of the lot

Atmosphere: 4

Food: 3

Service: 5

Donald Trujillo (Jarhead)

Great food great atmosphere

Atmosphere: 4

Food: 4

Service: 4

Mike Maciolek

Food was good, service was great it was my daughter's birthday and they all came by randomly all night and made her feel so special.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 4

Service: 5

Elizabeth Thompson

A little loud when full.

Atmosphere: 4

Food: 5

Service: 5

arnold ares

on 8-4-2025 my wife and i had lunch at your restaurant,i had the mo burger. something just did't taste right, for one the burger was cooked hard as a rock and my wife told me to send it back but i did't. i woke up today sick,and the only thing i ate was the mo burger. i do not want anything i just feel the prep on the food is not being watched, a rock hard burger on a small bun is not what you have served in the past. we eat there several times a month. arnold l ares 209-297-1442

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 3

Service: 5

Liz Montii

The steak was very tasty and cooked just the way I like it. The service was friendly and very good. Will go again next time I'm in town.

Parking: Located at the front of the entrance.

Kid-friendliness: They had a kids menu to color and a page. The chicken strips and french fries were devoured.

Wheelchair accessibility: The parking and entrance are flat for easy access.

Atmosphere: 4

Food: 4

Service: 4

Recommended dishes: Steak

Kam Lawson

Great food fair prices happy staff

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

James Collins

Great food and staff.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Steak

Joshua Green

My family and I tried this for the first time and loved it. Great food and staff. We will be going again when we stop in Jackson.

Kid-friendliness: The staff was attentive to my kids and patient with them ordering their own food.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

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