Mel's Cafenio
$ • Family, Diners, VegetarianAbout Mel's Cafenio
Customers' Favorites
French Toast and Sunny Side Eggs
French Toast Hash and Homefries
2 Eggs Ham Homefries and Toast
Eggs Bacon Sausage Pancakes
Mushroom Omelette Breakfast
Western Omelette Sandwich
WL Chourico & Homefries
Southwest Chicken Wrap
Cheeseburger Platter
Corned Beef Hash
Mel's Cafenio Reviews
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Great Food and Great Family Restaurants....
the food is delicious I have no complaints about them they always treated us really good. keep up the good work
Classic diner feels with super nice staff and owner. I drank my whole iced coffee while waiting (I was thirsty, the wait wasn’t long) and he offered to fill it back up for free. The breakfast was delicious and had such a home style feel to it. Def go for an authentic diner experience.
Hours
| Monday | 5:30AM - 1PM |
| Tuesday | 5:30AM - 1PM |
| Wednesday | 5:30AM - 1PM |
| Thursday | 5:30AM - 1PM |
| Friday | 5:30AM - 1PM |
| Saturday | 5:30AM - 1PM |
| Sunday | 5:30AM - 12PM |
Mel's Cafenio is a family-run restaurant in Newport, RI, offering honest and delicious food. The French toast is custard-like, the bacon crispy, and the Gyro omelet bursting with fresh flavors. The welcoming staff serves food quickly in a cozy diner setting. Despite its slightly worn appearance, this breakfast and lunch spot is a local favorite with unbeatable prices. For over 40 years, families have enjoyed the warm atmosphere and great food at Mel's Cafenio—definitely a must-visit in Newport.
The owner greets customers warmly and is very friendly. The home fries are real potato wedges cooked perfectly, and the coffee is wonderful. The quality of the food is excellent, with delicious options like the Mel's Breakfast Special and the crispy, flavorful hash. Customers have been visiting this place for over 24 years and love the family-run atmosphere and great prices.
Customers really enjoy the family vibe and friendly service. The home fries are made with whole potato pieces, cooked just right. Many visitors come from out of state and find this place to be a real hidden gem. The variety of food is good, and dishes like the southwest chicken wrap with french fries are popular choices. The fried chicken breast chopped on the wrap, with mayonnaise, lettuce, tomatoes, onions, and bacon, is highly recommended. Visitors say they will always show love to this spot whenever they come around, and they encourage others to check it out, promising they won't be disappointed.