Cancel

    Open app

    Search

    Mel's at 22

    4.2 (592 reviews)
    ModerateBars, American, Seafood
    Open • 11:00 am - 9:00 pm
    Updated 3 months ago

    Mel's at 22 Photos

    Business Info

    MEL'S AT 22 ATMOSPHERE

    What's the vibe?
    Moderate noise
    Casual
    Good for kids
    Good for groups

    You might also consider

    Recommended Reviews - Mel's at 22

    Your trust is our priority, so businesses can't pay to alter or remove their reviews. Learn more about reviews.
    Yelp app icon
    Browse more easily on the app
    Review Feed Illustration

    Reviews With Photos

    The Bar
    Lanny H.

    Nice little restaurant and bar in Cooperstown, NY. We stopped here while visiting the baseball hall of fame. We were sat quickly by a friendly gal at the entrance. Our server greeted us shortly after and took our drink orders. We chose to eat inside as it was borderline too warm outside. They sat us next to the windows so we could people watch. Our food came out quickly. Burger and fries was tasty and a decent amount of food for the meal.

    Elizabeth P.

    Mel's was our first stop when we got to Cooperstown. Nice spot, good menu. Everyone was friendly. Place was pretty busy but we got a table quickly. Bathrooms could be cleaner. As far as our food, loved the tater tots! Sandwiches were good and came out quickly. Mels seems to be a go to place in the area.

    Mel's Cosmo
    Elizabeth C.

    While visiting the National Baseball Hall of Fame, we decided to head here for a late lunch. Our server was great and attentive. I had the "Mel's cosmo" and I can say it was one of the best cosmos I have ever had. We then started with the "Bang Bang Shrimp" app and it was delicious! The shrimp were nice and crispy and came with a yummy pico style topping and tangy sauce. I ordered the Mel's burger with the tater tots which melted in your mouth. My husband ordered the Hanger Frites which I tried and particularly liked the sun-dried tomate pesto which gave the steak a nice tang. If you are in the area I highly encourage you stop into give Mel's at 22!

    Fish tacos
    Che L.

    Went to Mel's for the 1st and it was nice. It was a packed Tuesday evening for their Taco Tuesday night. The interior is well lit and I love that cause I like to see what I'm eating. Our server was nice and friendly. Now let's get to the food. We started out with the calamari app which was good. Not too salty and I like my calamari with banana peppers so it was just to my liking. I had the steak and risotto entree- the risotto was absolutely delicious and had great flavor. The steak however needed seasoning. It was kind of bland. And instead of serving it medium as I requested, it came out more of a medium rare. My husband had the fish tacos which were ok. Typical fish taco but the fish could have used a touch more seasoning. For dessert we had the almond cake (delicious) and pistachio cheesecake (also delicious). I would like to go back to try some of the other things on their menu that I hope will be more flavorful than what we had this 1st time around.

    Wedge salad

    We had the wedge salad and it was excellent. The "bowl" of clam chowder (sorry no picture) was more like a cup serving was also good. The special of the day was scallops on top of lobster risotto. The presentation was nice however it was too salty. This is coming from a person that enjoys well seasoned foods but this was pushing my taste buds and probably blood pressure. We informed our waitress of the issue and she returned it to the kitchen for a do over, the redo did not make a difference. We left just having soup and salad.

    Burger

    See all

    Photo of K H.
    24
    163
    15

    4 months ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 1

    18 days ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    1 month ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0
    Photo of Lanny H.
    9
    226
    422

    3 months ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    2 months ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    28 days ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    22 days ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    23 days ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    2 months ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    1 year ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 1
    Oh no 0

    4 months ago

    Business owner information

    Photo of Brian W.

    Brian W.

    Thank you for sharing your experience!

    Helpful 1
    Thanks 0
    Love this 1
    Oh no 0
    Photo of The G.
    0
    63
    3

    2 months ago

    Great service, good food. We would definitely come back next time we visit the area. Thanks

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    3 months ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    3 months ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    7 months ago

    Helpful 1
    Thanks 0
    Love this 1
    Oh no 1

    1 month ago

    Joe was a great server, Amazing on the NY steak, but pricey but the price doesn't matter on the NY strip steak Because it was so good!

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    2 months ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    2 months ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    4 months ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    5 months ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    1 year ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 1

    4 months ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0
    Photo of Sara D.
    192
    1013
    5428

    2 years ago

    Helpful 2
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    3 months ago

    Nice menu selections. Everything we chose was good. Very good service to a nice table on the patio.

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    1 year ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    1 year ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 1

    3 months ago

    Awesome food, service, and sidewalk cafe atmosphere. The special was a hand cut ribeye, and was the best beef I have had since before Covid

    Business owner information

    Photo of Brian W.

    Brian W.

    Thanks for joining us!

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    2 years ago

    Helpful 2
    Thanks 0
    Love this 1
    Oh no 1

    8 months ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    1 year ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    11 months ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    2 years ago

    Helpful 2
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    2 years ago

    Helpful 4
    Thanks 0
    Love this 3
    Oh no 0

    11 months ago

    Cute upscale diner in the heart of Cooperstown. Attentive service with tasty food. Great place for lunch.

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    2 years ago

    Helpful 1
    Thanks 0
    Love this 1
    Oh no 0
    Photo of Mike O.
    35
    10
    1

    10 months ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    2 years ago

    Helpful 2
    Thanks 0
    Love this 1
    Oh no 0

    1 year ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    1 year ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    2 years ago

    Helpful 1
    Thanks 1
    Love this 1
    Oh no 0

    Page 1 of 15

    Ask the Community - Mel's at 22

    Verify this business for free

    People searched for Bars 177 times last month within 10 miles of this business.

    Verify this business

    King Seafood - Seafood bag

    King Seafood

    4.4(33 reviews)
    67.5 mi
    •$$

    Me and fiancé shared an appetizer of hush puppies, a Mattydale combo with an additional six piece…read moreof scallops with King Seafood special seasoning. There was more than enough food for two people to share with being overstuffed. Food was tasty. Seasoning had a nice balance of flavor without being salty like other boil restaurants in the Syracuse area. A little messy but that's to be expected when eating this type of food. They supply gloves, bibs and bucket for shells. Restaurant was clean with a nice atmosphere. Server was friendly and helpful with it being our first time there. Food was a little pricy but we would return and recommend to others. One potential negative is they don't serve alcohol but if you're not a drinker then was won't be an issue.

    I ordered online which isn't my preference but it was my first time trying this establishment so I…read morejust rolled with it. Easy online ordering, I believe the discount was for online order and $1 convenience fee. Order was ready when I arrived only 20 minute wait upon order. Prices comparable to other local boils I've had locally, this combo includes thinly sliced sausage and one hard boiled egg as well so that was a little something extra! I usually order extra corn and potatoes to make shareable which would be an additional $6.50 for three corn and potatoes. I thought I would see the standard for first order. I would add next order. Loved the house special sauce that combines all the flavors, extra hot for me definitely had a kick! I'll try the super hot next time, it packed some heat but I could do spicier. All the seafood was good the crab legs just a bit rubbery, corn, potatoes, sausage all delish swimming in their speciality sauce! I add my own extras on many occasions. Friendly service with no wait and easy parking. Definitely will add to my spots for seafood boils! Looks like more of a pick up destination put plenty of tables for dining in with a casual at the sea side ambiance and picture wall.

    Photos
    King Seafood - Inside seating

    Inside seating

    King Seafood - Mattydale Combo with Mattydale Special Sauce Extra Hot

    Mattydale Combo with Mattydale Special Sauce Extra Hot

    King Seafood - King Seafood takeout menu/info

    See all

    King Seafood takeout menu/info

    Mel's at 22 - bars - Updated September 2026

    Loading...
    Loading...
    Loading...