Mela Cafe
7999 Creighton Pkwy, Mechanicsville
(804) 789-8675
Recent Reviews
I went for the first time today, and the man who was running it was the sweetest person. He deserves nice things for how wonderful his customer service was. I ordered mung bean noodles, house spiced shrimp and pan fried dumpling. While I waited for my togo order, I had a loose leaf tea and their pickled veggies. Everything was absolutely delightful, well seasoned and perfectly prepared.
Most amazing atmosphere! We ordered the pickled vegetables and it was spicy but so delicious and savory! We ordered more before leaving! The owners were accommodating and sweet! Will be going here ALL THE TIME NOW! Our new favorite place!!
Real-deal Sichuan cuisine. I tasted the Beef Noodle Soup (I got the spicy version--it's quite spicy and intensely flavorful, with some of the most tender chunks of beef I've ever had in a soup), Mung Bean Jelly Noodles, Sichuan-style Dumplings, and Cold Sesame Noodles. Everything was perfectly seasoned and delicious. I recommend sharing several small dishes so you can see what this cuisine is all about. Well worth the short drive from downtown Richmond. The menu is very...