Meli Cafe

This place was amazing! Best gluten free French toast I've had in a long long time! The amount of food is amazing and the service was awesome. Our waitress Amparo was so sweet and bubbly she made the experience awesome. The cafe is very cute too and has lots of space. It was kind of cold so bring a sweater. We also noticed they allowed dogs in the outdoor tables so that's always great!

Very lovely experience here with friends! Our server was extremely kind & attentive by consistently refilling our waters and checking in on us throughout. We ordered the shakshuka ($16.50), spicy flamenco omelet ($17.50) and green juice ($6). The shakshouka was the best I've had and the crispy, chewy pita bread that came with was a great pairing. My boyfriend got the omelet and he thought it was standard but satisfying with a good spicy kick. Would return again!

The inside was brightly lit with lots of windows. The portion sizes were huge. They serve coffee and mimosas, bloody Mary's and other drinks. The service was very good.

Came here for brunch over the holidays. The menu offered plenty of options for all dietary restrictions and we enjoyed the prompt and attentive service. The tofu stacker was delicious and super filling. The group also enjoyed the chicken and waffles entree and avocado toast. Would definitely come back again!

I mean honestly, it doesn't look like much in a neighborhood more know for late night clubs than it's dining options. It kind of blends in on the street with no outstanding features to make it noticeable. Yet, when you enter you see a very large room with a good size bar on one wall and an open kitchen area in view of the patrons. Very clean and not at all cramped as some of the places in the neighborhood can be. It was pretty slow the day we went but that was why we did. I see how this place can be packed to the walls with lines on a weekend brunch. According to or server, who by the way is excellent, that's exactly what it is on a weekend brunch, packed.The offerings are surprisingly original and plentiful. Being more a breakfast/brunch/lunch spot the offerings lean that way. Being former late night bar patrons industry type guys my buddy and I do late morning or early afternoon breakfast often. We both opted for breakfast and neither of us have great expectations to get more than the basic breakfast offerings. Well, at Meli we were pleasantly surprised. I suppose we shouldn't be as Greek style diners are the great diners in our city. To the Greek diner credit they have made quality food something one should expect.As a side note, my photos are not representative of how our meals came out. The presentation was excellent. The photos are of how I massacre my breakfast at first fork. From dining partners I'm often told that I should just order a scramble considering how I slay an omelette. That said ...Both of our meals were excellent and pretty large. My veggie omelet was chock full of large chunks of crisp obviously fresh veggies. A garden full really. The hash browns were cooked very well and had a nice crunch to them. My friends steak skillet was according to him was to his surprise full of tender quality strips of steak and crispy hash browns topped with poached eggs. He thoroughly enjoyed it and believe me, when it does to food this guy can be hard to please. The toast choice which is brought as one slice was more than enough for this breakfast. That the folks here recognized that is a big plus. Too often we Americans can get spoiled and become accustomed to to much food on our plates and it's a waste really. If you would want another slice you can order it. This causes less food waist, too common and overeating which is too often an American fault. I guess in the end it's a great choice for a nice breakfast or lunch meal or light salad. There are I believe three locations around the Loop area of the city.

The Tango Stacker was an awesome version of eggs Benedict. Piled high with super-spicy salsa that gave the dish a depth of flavor and the eater a runny nose. Super friendly service and quick seating and food delivery. Absolutely everything I wanted this morning and couldn't have asked for more the place was packed and loud, and happy to see them thriving.

Meli Cafe is a hidden gem that checks all the boxes! The food is top-notch, the service is on point, and the vibe is super chill. I'm hooked on their pancakes and French toast - solid choices that never disappoint. The menu is massive, offering something for every craving. But here's the secret sauce - their homemade juices. Absolute game-changers! Make sure to treat yourself to those, they're amazing. Whether you're a foodie, juice enthusiast, or just after a laid-back spot, Meli Cafe is the real deal. Can't wait to dive back into that menu!

Our favorite breakfast spot in River North! Sweet or savory, you will find great breakfast items. If you are gluten intolerant, you will love their gluten free crepes! You wont be able to tell that they are gluten free and especially the symphony crepes are delicious! Another favorite is down to the farm or salmon Benedict! You can't go wrong with these. The staff is super friendly and quick. Perfect breakfast/brunch atmosphere!

At a place serving breakfast until 3pm, we happily discovered it when seeking a late breakfast at 1:30pm. Opting for the classics - eggs Benedict and French toast - we found them delightful. Generous portions too; 2 eggs for the Benedict and 6 pieces of French toast. These dishes are easily shareable between 3 people. The venue is pleasant, and the staff are welcoming. I'd recommend it!

The service was great! I can't express how nice they are. The food was just toooo good. It comes with big plates and you can share if you like. The waffles were also really good and just everything else on the menu.