I came here with my friends to try the GameDay deal because I ate here once, and the food was incredible. Safe to say that I didn't survive but it's a great deal to do for a few hours while watching a number of games on their various tvs. It's definitely a place to come with two or more ppl.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Hot Mess Burger
Angel Mercado
Parking: Free parking after 7pm weekdays
Chris B.
Mel’s is not what it used to be. I feel like the food has diminished in quality and service okay for the most part. The atmosphere on a sports night or Super Bowl event is always good but other than that not to bad.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 3
Service: 3
Recommended dishes: Cajun Nachos, Hot Mess
william G
The burger doesn't look like much.Actually looks like you get robbed for $22, but it tastes really good.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
Meaghan Gorkowski
Love this burger spot!!! Have been coming here for 8 years. Delicious food burgers, wings, tots, brunch you can’t go wrong. Friendly staff and good beer. Join the brew crew!!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Hot Mess Burger, French Dip, Mac and Cheese, Chicken Wings, Tots, Trashed Wings, Back Yarder Burger, Mac and Cheese Balls
vitus. music
A great place for watching sports. Their bottomless wings and beer special is the best in the UES and the staff are super friendly.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Hot Mess Burger, Chicken Wings
Guy Daniels III
Haven’t been to Mel’s since shutdown, and was curious the many times I’ve passed by. Finally committed to a meal and drink(s) this evening…so glad I did. Sitting outside, a very friendly and informative waitress helped me make a great meal choice: the Adult Happy Meal (hilarious, attn-grabbing name). Offering a prime burger (NY strip) deluxe with cocktail / beer - before 7pm - this meal left this adult happy. Mel’s beer choice is fun, with a good mix of known and unknown (I count myself an exbeerienced novice). Then there were the chicken tenders - cooked to perfection and absolutely delicious with no aftertaste whatsoever (I will now trust Mel’s with buffalo wings next time). And then - I didn’t go alone - the Mac n cheese balls with marinara sauce, my high-risk choice, were a nice, tasty surprise. An evening well spent. Only complaint: inside / rear seating by the BRs was cold (person with me couldn’t sit in main area with the tall seats due to being in a transport chair) but that’s my only whine, and to be fair I didn’t ask for a climate change, opting to sit outside which was enjoyable. Happy to claim Mel’s UES as an excellent local destination.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
Kevin S
this burger was like 16$ lmao
and these unfinished onion rings were 10$ i have never seen an unfinished onion ring before. unreal.
don’t go here. absolutely vile.
Food: 1
NombiusPlayZ Gaming
I’m gonna break down this review into three parts.
First, the food. I got a cheeseburger with American cheese and it was 7/10 honestly. A little dry, and WAY too much lettuce. Next time I’ll ask for no lettuce. Anyway, the fries that I got were pretty fine, just a little too crispy and got nasty and cold quickly. 6/10. Overall low 4 ⭐️.
Second, the service. Let me tell you, I had to wait 15-20 minutes to get a server’s attention for a water refill. The food takes ages to arrive, so I suggest coming here only for a milkshake or something other than lots of food. Overall high 2 ⭐️.
Finally, the atmosphere. It was loud and crowded, and quite rowdy honestly. 3 ⭐️.
Overall, it was very mid. Nothing too special, just an average American burger place. It was on the lower end, so that’s why I’m giving it 3 ⭐️.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 4
Service: 2
Keith Jones
We rocked up to Mel’s and the staff completely ignored us. It was shortly after they had opened but we saw several other guests walk in and walk out for the same reason. I don’t understand how your staff just ignore guests who are there to patronize your establishment.
If i could give zero just for the bartender’s behavior. My wife and I live one street down and we go there once in a while, food is okay however what happened the other day it’s beyond imagination. It was lunch time and we wanted to watch the Euros, we sat at the bar and asked her if she could put the sound on , her answer didn’t make any sense however soon to find out she was “ extremely busy at the end of the bar squeezing her arm pimples with some other weird bold customers, seriously is this what should happen at a nyc bar, your bartender vaping and squeezing her arm pimples then serving customers right after that. We left i didn’t stay and i will never come back to see her face, unprofessional, hygiene problem and disgusting. It’s sad as we really liked the waitress the day before when we went for the games and Lunch.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 1
Elias
Burger was raw, server was amazing but the drink we ordered took a little too long considering most people were just drinking beer at the bar. A simple margarita shouldn’t take 5+ minutes. Disappointed because I’ve been here before and it was good. The “medium rare” burger tasted like it was just born, very raw. You would expect for a place called “Burger Bar” the simple burger would be their best dish. Other patron was also obnoxious drunk, yes, it’s a bar but once you bother other guests, give ‘em the boot.
Go here to drink and have drunk food.
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 2
Service: 3
G Jeffrey Elian
This place has gone downhill in the last few years. For starters, outdoor tables have now been replaced by high tops. I assume this has been the case to keep the tables turning over, as no one can sit on a high top for too long a period. Although there are many items on the menu, hamburgers are the featured item. I have repeatedly ordered medium to medium rare ( Pink) and it'll always comes out well done no how many times we tell the waiter or waitress to make sure it's not well done. Most of the servers are very young women who are generally quite pleasant and polite but never come back to the table once you are served. I for one will not be going back there as there are other burger places in the area they care about the quality of their food and the comfort of their patrons.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 2
Service: 3
Collins Sigler
We recently booked a party there and had a great time. The food they had set up for us was pretty solid and the service was excellent. Did feel slightly pushed out at the end when our time was up but I don't blame them. Will definitely return!
I came here with my friends to try the GameDay deal because I ate here once, and the food was incredible. Safe to say that I didn't survive but it's a great deal to do for a few hours while watching a number of games on their various tvs. It's definitely a place to come with two or more ppl.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Hot Mess Burger
Parking: Free parking after 7pm weekdays
Mel’s is not what it used to be. I feel like the food has diminished in quality and service okay for the most part. The atmosphere on a sports night or Super Bowl event is always good but other than that not to bad.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 3
Service: 3
Recommended dishes: Cajun Nachos, Hot Mess
The burger doesn't look like much.Actually looks like you get robbed for $22, but it tastes really good.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
Love this burger spot!!! Have been coming here for 8 years. Delicious food burgers, wings, tots, brunch you can’t go wrong. Friendly staff and good beer. Join the brew crew!!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Hot Mess Burger, French Dip, Mac and Cheese, Chicken Wings, Tots, Trashed Wings, Back Yarder Burger, Mac and Cheese Balls
A great place for watching sports. Their bottomless wings and beer special is the best in the UES and the staff are super friendly.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Hot Mess Burger, Chicken Wings
Haven’t been to Mel’s since shutdown, and was curious the many times I’ve passed by. Finally committed to a meal and drink(s) this evening…so glad I did. Sitting outside, a very friendly and informative waitress helped me make a great meal choice: the Adult Happy Meal (hilarious, attn-grabbing name). Offering a prime burger (NY strip) deluxe with cocktail / beer - before 7pm - this meal left this adult happy. Mel’s beer choice is fun, with a good mix of known and unknown (I count myself an exbeerienced novice). Then there were the chicken tenders - cooked to perfection and absolutely delicious with no aftertaste whatsoever (I will now trust Mel’s with buffalo wings next time). And then - I didn’t go alone - the Mac n cheese balls with marinara sauce, my high-risk choice, were a nice, tasty surprise. An evening well spent. Only complaint: inside / rear seating by the BRs was cold (person with me couldn’t sit in main area with the tall seats due to being in a transport chair) but that’s my only whine, and to be fair I didn’t ask for a climate change, opting to sit outside which was enjoyable. Happy to claim Mel’s UES as an excellent local destination.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
this burger was like 16$ lmao
and these unfinished onion rings were 10$ i have never seen an unfinished onion ring before. unreal.
don’t go here. absolutely vile.
Food: 1
I’m gonna break down this review into three parts.
First, the food. I got a cheeseburger with American cheese and it was 7/10 honestly. A little dry, and WAY too much lettuce. Next time I’ll ask for no lettuce. Anyway, the fries that I got were pretty fine, just a little too crispy and got nasty and cold quickly. 6/10. Overall low 4 ⭐️.
Second, the service. Let me tell you, I had to wait 15-20 minutes to get a server’s attention for a water refill. The food takes ages to arrive, so I suggest coming here only for a milkshake or something other than lots of food. Overall high 2 ⭐️.
Finally, the atmosphere. It was loud and crowded, and quite rowdy honestly. 3 ⭐️.
Overall, it was very mid. Nothing too special, just an average American burger place. It was on the lower end, so that’s why I’m giving it 3 ⭐️.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 4
Service: 2
We rocked up to Mel’s and the staff completely ignored us. It was shortly after they had opened but we saw several other guests walk in and walk out for the same reason. I don’t understand how your staff just ignore guests who are there to patronize your establishment.
Service: 1
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If i could give zero just for the bartender’s behavior. My wife and I live one street down and we go there once in a while, food is okay however what happened the other day it’s beyond imagination. It was lunch time and we wanted to watch the Euros, we sat at the bar and asked her if she could put the sound on , her answer didn’t make any sense however soon to find out she was “ extremely busy at the end of the bar squeezing her arm pimples with some other weird bold customers, seriously is this what should happen at a nyc bar, your bartender vaping and squeezing her arm pimples then serving customers right after that. We left i didn’t stay and i will never come back to see her face, unprofessional, hygiene problem and disgusting. It’s sad as we really liked the waitress the day before when we went for the games and Lunch.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 1
Burger was raw, server was amazing but the drink we ordered took a little too long considering most people were just drinking beer at the bar. A simple margarita shouldn’t take 5+ minutes. Disappointed because I’ve been here before and it was good. The “medium rare” burger tasted like it was just born, very raw. You would expect for a place called “Burger Bar” the simple burger would be their best dish. Other patron was also obnoxious drunk, yes, it’s a bar but once you bother other guests, give ‘em the boot.
Go here to drink and have drunk food.
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 2
Service: 3
This place has gone downhill in the last few years. For starters, outdoor tables have now been replaced by high tops. I assume this has been the case to keep the tables turning over, as no one can sit on a high top for too long a period. Although there are many items on the menu, hamburgers are the featured item. I have repeatedly ordered medium to medium rare ( Pink) and it'll always comes out well done no how many times we tell the waiter or waitress to make sure it's not well done. Most of the servers are very young women who are generally quite pleasant and polite but never come back to the table once you are served. I for one will not be going back there as there are other burger places in the area they care about the quality of their food and the comfort of their patrons.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 2
Service: 3
We recently booked a party there and had a great time. The food they had set up for us was pretty solid and the service was excellent. Did feel slightly pushed out at the end when our time was up but I don't blame them. Will definitely return!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Good food
Yummy appetizers
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
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