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    The Original Mels

    3.1 (229 reviews)
    Open 7:00 am - 9:00 pm

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    Miriam G.

    Memorable Birthday Dinner at The Original Mel's! We went to The Original Mel's to celebrate my birthday, and it turned out to be such a lovely experience! The classic retro diner vibe really set the tone for a fun evening. I had the steak and shrimp combo with mashed potatoes and gravy--the steak was juicy, the shrimp were perfectly crispy, and the mashed potatoes with gravy were super comforting. My kid enjoyed a cheeseburger and fries served in an adorable car-shaped box, which made the meal even more fun for them. My friend ordered the chicken tenders, and I have to say--they were surprisingly good! Crispy on the outside, tender on the inside, and full of flavor. To top it all off, the staff surprised me with a birthday ice cream and even sang "Happy Birthday"! It was such a sweet and thoughtful gesture that made the dinner feel extra special. Great food, friendly service, and a fun atmosphere--I'd definitely come back

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    Tanya M.

    Hubby and I met up here with our daughter and grand baby. It was a very hot day so the intense air conditioning was very much appreciated! As soon as we walked in, our grand baby greeted us from the table they got for us. Our waitress was there ready to take our drink orders. Hubby and I shared the French dip with sweet potato fries. Our daughter got the French dip with tater tots. The food came quickly and our waitress frequently checked in on us and refilled our drinks. It did get cold for hubby and I but thankfully we were able to pay and hang out front on the bench for a few before we all headed our separate ways. This is a good location close the mall and it has a lot of seating too. The bathroom was clean and well lit too.

    Chelsea E.

    Enjoyed my burger and fries. The patty had a nice flavor, the fries were seasoned and crispy. It gave me exactly what I wanted. Our server was great, too, very friendly.

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    Julianna D.

    Ive never been here before so i wasn't sure if id like it too much, BUT it was way better than i was expecting! the staff were so nice and sweet and attentive to us! the food was pretty good and the whole place looks really cool too! id recommend!

    Alejandra M.

    I like that this place has a variety of different dishes you can have. Whatever you're in the mood for, they most likely have to serve. Inside the restaurant is like a rewind to 80's with a groovy vibe. Service is pretty great and their food and milkshakes are delicious! I recently tried their club sandwich and it was super tasty! I ordered it for take out, but I want to come back to dine in soon.

    Well they aren't open at 0700. It's 7:05 and still no one comes to open the door. Lights and tv's are on but not a person in sight.

    Doesn't open at 0700 even though it's posted on the door and awning. All the tv's and light are on but not a person in sight. It's now 0706. Off to give my $$ to another business.

    Monica C.

    I very much loved this restaurant. I enjoy visiting diners for the atmosphere and nostalgia everywhere. Each table has its own juke box which I was bummed that I didn't have quarters or I would have played some tunes. I would have liked more access to it also. All the condiments covered the front of the machine. My spaghetti was so good and filling, in fact I had to take some home. The salads were large for just being a side item. My son only likes Kraft Mac and Cheese and most places don't serve it so this was a pleasant surprise and he just devoured it. In fact he asked for chicken tenders for his second meal after he finished the Mac. Our waitress Olivia was so super friendly and made sure we enjoyed our time. In fact, all the staff were so nice. I can't wait to try more items on the menu. I don't expect any less than we had this evening.

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    Michelle F.

    Our family loves Mel's in Fairfield because we always have a great experience. Olivia has been our waitress several times and she is amazing!! My dad loves the grilled tuna and I usually get the French dip & both are scrumptious. My husband enjoys the extra large breakfast portions. My mom always gets a fun sundae while playing Elvis songs on the jukebox.

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    First time to this location; stopped in this morning for a quick breakfast. Sat at the counter; was quick and delcious.

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    Food was great And service was excellent, if you want French toast this is the place to come, best French toast ever...

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    Great food, great service, friendly people everywhere. Love their burgers, shakes, creamy soups with the cornbread can't be beat!

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    Ask the Community - The Original Mels

    The Maple Bar Cafe

    The Maple Bar Cafe

    3.9
    (529 reviews)
    1.4 mi
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    A friend and I were looking for a breakfast spot where we could enjoy a nice breakfast, and we…read morechose the Mable Bar. It had a nice little family-style vibe, although the seat cushions could use some reupholstering. I ordered the waffle combo, which came with a waffle, sausage patties, and eggs. The prices were reasonable and not overly expensive, and the food was good. The customer service was also friendly. Overall, I would return again.

    Service was attentive, but we got there before the brunch rush, so I can't speak to what it's like…read morewhen it's busy. Unfortunately, that's kinda where it fell off for us. I kinda fell like, for a +$20 breakfast, it should have been epic. And it just wasn't. Most of mine was cold - and that's pretty bad when yuh have something called a 'skillet' (which wasn't in one, by the way...) My daughter's Benedict was... Spongy and weird and so were the hashbrowns and the hollandaise was just kind of off, and runny. What was epic?? The FRUIT. Large portion, berries and mango and none of the filler melons that most places use. It was the good stuff! I guess next time we really should try the waffles, because apparently that's what it's known for and I don't know why we didn't go with that but we just weren't feeling something sweet today. Hopefully, next time will be epic all around! (as far as ambience, it's a cute little place, the music was decent, and the tables were well appointed. Neither of us use the bathroom, and that's usually one way to tell how clean the place/kitchen is. We will definitely check it out next time)

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    Pretty place, fast service but you feel taken care off, great service
    Pretty place, fast service but you feel taken care off, great service
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    Fruity pebble waffle
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    Mimi's Cafe

    Mimi's Cafe

    3.0
    (571 reviews)
    0.1 mi
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    We went to Mimi's for the first time today and I just wanted to say that the service was excellent!…read moreOur waitress had beautiful pink curls and was really sweet and professional. She was cut mid-way during our meal and came over to let us know and introduce who was taking over. The other young lady that took over was also stellar! They were both attentive. The food came out hot and fresh and all at once. The people running the food were also very polite. The restaurant was clean and there was no wait. I also appreciated how they had photos of some items on the menu. We had someone with us who has communication issues and them being able to point to a photo of what they wanted was really special instead of trying to guess what they might like.

    I ordered Mimi's for the first time in over 10 years. I remember many years ago thinking it was…read moreokay. Seeing that it was raining and I didn't want to order for my usual spots I decided to give this place a try. I got the Mushroom, Bacon and Brie omelet which sounded stellar! I did not seat inside but it was door dashed to me. The way they packed it was very nice and it came in nice containers, it also looked great. I also like that it gave me an option to have it with either toast or muffin which I found unique. Unfortunately, though the presentation was nice, the omelet was extremely bland. The egg was also overcooked and rubbery, the potatoes were also tasteless. The muffin however was very good, carrot and raisin, delicious. My boyfriend got the chipotle breakfast burrito (which I forgot to take a picture of), he said it was okay, I tasted it and also thought it was fine. Overall, not my cup of tea, but I do see some potential here. I think with minor tweaks this could be a great spot but I may give it awhile before returning (hopefully not another 10 years).

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    Village 360

    3.9
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    4.0 mi
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    Brought my wife's aunt here for brunch to celebrate her birthday. My Wine Country breakfast was…read morevery good. Most people at our table ordered and enjoyed it as well. Couple others ordered the Cubano and said they enjoyed it. Service was attentive and quick. One odd moment occurred... me, my wife and her aunt arrived before others and ordered a cappuccino each. It came in a large glass mug. After the other 5 showed up they also ordered coffee but they received it in to go cups. When we asked why they said they ran out of clean coffee cups.... The views are spectacular and we sat outside. Definitely someplace to try again next time with a glass of wine.

    While out of town doing a little wine tasting with a friend, we stopped here for brunch since it…read morewas nearby. The setup is a little unique. There's a counter area where you can order coffee, pastries, breakfast items, or food to-go, while the left side has a hostess stand if you'd prefer full table service inside or on the patio. The brunch menu was a bit limited, and I ended up ordering the croissant sandwich. The croissant itself was soft and fresh, but overall the sandwich left me wanting a little more flavor. It was on the smaller side, didn't have much bacon, and even with the preserved tomato aioli it felt a bit underwhelming. The breakfast potatoes also weren't really my favorite. They were small whole potatoes with the skins on and heavily seasoned with cayenne pepper. Personally, I would've liked another side option such as fresh fruit. That said, the staff was very friendly and welcoming throughout the visit. For two croissant sandwiches, two iced teas, and a side of fries, the total came to around $70 with tip, which felt a little pricey for the overall experience. The property itself is beautiful. It looks like they host live music and events in the outdoor quad area, and I noticed they also offer wood-fired pizza after 11 AM, which honestly sounds worth coming back to try. Overall, I have mixed feelings as the atmosphere and service were great, but the food didn't quite live up to expectations for me personally.

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    Special touch and delicious drinks
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    Rockville Kitchen + Bar

    Rockville Kitchen + Bar

    3.8
    (146 reviews)
    3.7 mi
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    Rockville Kitchen + Bar, Fairfield: 2026 Apr 29 (5 of 5)…read more When a basic eggs over-easy and English muffin makes you smile, you know the rest of the food will be tasty. This was our experience on this beautiful sunny morning. The coffee is strong and rich - the way I like mine. I mean, why drink coffee if it looks like it's from last nights' pot? Overall, this eatery makes my day better - a lovely breakfast overlooking a vineyard.

    As he moved to a brand new area and neighborhood, we were looking for a place that included…read moreeverything that everybody needed. That is an outside patio for the pets, a full bar for my partner, and a place away from everybody. Here comes Rockville kitchen and bar. It's a nice scenic drive to the restaurant, once you're there there's parking to the side of it. Coming up to the restaurant there's a couple tables on the side of the restaurant and more on the patio space. We sat outside and enjoyed the weather and was able to look over at the winery across the street. The service was OK, the food was OK, and that's pretty much I can say is OK. My partner ordered the sausage and gravy and my friend ordered the hamburger while I order their sandwich. The food comes out pretty small size but if you're not hungry, it'll satisfy you. We will probably be back into that area because there's a few other restaurants and a winery that she can do tasting at across the street. If we decide to go back to this place, we will only be doing that because they are pet friendly.

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    Rockville Kitchen + Bar, Fairfield: 2025 Nov 10
    Rockville Kitchen + Bar, Fairfield: 2025 Nov 10
    Veggie Breakfast Burrito (meat substituted with spinach and mushroom) side of hashbrown (instead of fruit cup)
    Veggie Breakfast Burrito (meat substituted with spinach and mushroom) side of hashbrown (instead of fruit cup)
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