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    Mela’s Cafe

    4.6 (54 reviews)
    Closed 7:30 am - 2:30 pm
    Updated 1 month ago

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    Avocado Toast
    Alora M.

    My friend was visiting from California and she wanted to see the Everglades. I have friends in Naples so we decided to base out of there. We had an early morning start and the closest restaurant in our direction of travel was this one so we decided to try it.... so glad we did. You can tell right away that this is a local favorite. So many people came in and seemed to be known to the staff. The decor is simple and comfortable. The waitstaff super friendly. And, the food is pretty good too. I ordered the steak benedict while my friend ordered their avocado toast. All of the ingredients were fresh and had great flavor. The steak was juicy, well-cooked and seasoned. Also, the portion was generous. The grits were, well, grits. That's why I always ask for cheese to be put on grits in restaurants. The hollandaise sauce had just the right tang and held together nicely. My friend stated her avocado toast was very good and the arugula on top "elevated" her avocado toast experience. Prices were reasonable. Make sure to get there early on the weekend. We went early (730) on a Sunday morning and within about 45 minutes the restaurant started to really fill up. So go, walk in, choose a seat and enjoy some great food and service.

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    Not impressed at all. I had the Reuben sandwich, which was OK! The service lacks a lot of attention. Once the food is brought to you, no one ever came back to my table, even though I had a empty drink glass sitting on the edge. I asked for my tickets so I can pay and leave. It a very long time to just get my ticket. It is very loud, I understand with all the northern people down here that they're busy, but they should never be so busy that they neglect a customer.

    Lunch bowls for the entire family!
    Nandito C.

    Delicious food, always fresh ingredients. Servers are attentive and always smiling and the ambience it's just gorgeous.

    Sweet potato fries are so good and crunchy. Tuna melt on rye.
    Barb D.

    Hot New place that is Amazing! Day 3 since they opened! So close to Isles of Collier Preserve - RESIDENTS and a must try! I had several options for vegans and gluten free. Open 7-3 daily! Mela the owner the amazing and super friendly. They have a bar as well. For the first week, it was run so well! I will be back for sure.

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    Great place. Clean the food was very good and so were the bloody Mary's. Quick service and friendly staff.

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    Thank you so much for taking time to send us feedback.

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    1 year ago

    Excellent service was great clean fresh option's definitely not your typical chain restaurant experience

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    1 year ago

    Once again, Mela's Cafe provided excellent food, service and atmosphere! The food was delicious and the staff was very friendly!

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    2 years ago

    Love Carmela and her staff...clean , excellent food, great prices, great service. Five stars.

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    2 years ago

    Excellent food and service. Freshly made to perfection. Grits, omelette and pancakes were delicious and the coffee was very good.

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