Mel's Country Cafe
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1994
Business Description
Home Style Country Cooking At Family Prices
Customer Reviews (25 reviews)
john c
on Yahoo Sep 19, 2009I grew up in Magnolia and then moved away to NE. As a former employee of Goodson's Cafe, I highly recommend Mel's over Goodson's. It is true southern hospitality. Our waitress, Melanie, was amazing and fun. The food... (more)
delmo35
on Yahoo Jun 02, 2009best food in nw houston. their veggies will make you slap your mamma! (more)
Land Rover Guy
on Yahoo Mar 11, 2009I wasn't WOWED, but the food is always pretty damn good. I can NEVER finish what I order. Not flashy, but I will go back again and again. (more)
CSMobileUser2
on Citysearch Mar 04, 2009U should see this thing its huge they should put pictures of it on here I used to live in tomball and mels was always my first choice of places to eat yummm (more)
customer
on Yahoo Jan 03, 2009I really don't know what all the fuss is about. I guess if you are looking for cheap greasy food, and want to be surrounded by a bunch of ignorant red necks who try to start fights in the middle of a saturday, while you're... (more)
andrew
on Yahoo Dec 26, 2008This place is awsome. It looks like the hole in the wall, but there burgers are amazing. so are their catfish and chicken fried steak. The best fried burger ive ever had. And the prices are what...2 bucks for a... (more)
spongebob
on Yahoo Oct 29, 2008Everything has always been great here. I have enjoyed every meal here. Will always go back (more)
Buckeye_Bob
on Yahoo Oct 11, 2008Good simple food at a good price. Side dishes taste better than Mom's. Don't go here if you're on a diet because there's lots of fried food and saturated fat here. (more)
Tomball Munchkin
on Yahoo Aug 20, 2008Well I can't say much for whomever wrote this web page because it is atrociuos (of poor quality). For starters, smoking is permitted outside only and "Specialties", are children and bright lights? Wow, does that... (more)
crab77
on Citysearch Jun 09, 2008THEY ARE NOT OPEN MONDAYS AS THIS WEBSITE SHOWS - verify they are open before going. The food is great - and worth the trip. Just not on Mondays. (more)
momintomball
on Citysearch Nov 10, 2007This place is a country home town style of place. HOMEMADE FOOD. Yes, thats right. Homemade veg/meats/deserts...Daily/nightly specials. If you want a down home cooked meal, Mels cafe is your spot. No need to dress... (more)
yoursuzanne
on Citysearch Aug 23, 2007You must try the fried catfish at Mel's. It is the best I have ever had. Even my father-in-law thinks it's the best - and believe me, he knows catfish! Great kids menu. Fabulous mountain of onion rings. Beer is cold and... (more)
catssea
on Citysearch Feb 24, 2007After reading the great reviews on this place, my family and I decided to dine. While the waitstaff was exceptionally friendly and the portions were huge, the food quality suffered. If you have a big, hungry family... (more)
Contributor
on Citysearch Feb 11, 2007Restaurant serves hamburgers and steak platters in huge portions at affordable prices and a kid's menu is offered. (more)
Heidi M.
on Judys Book Sep 28, 2005This is a little hole in the wall diner that is in Tomball. They are located off of the beaten path near 2978 and Kuykendahl Huffsmith. They have excellent hamburgers and offer a daily special of a specialty like... (more)
Lacy A.
on Judys Book Sep 22, 2005I remember being impressed the very first time I ate a Mel's Country Cafe. The food was great, the prices were very reasonable, and the atmosphere was laid back. The only complaint I have is the occassionaly slow... (more)
Russ R.
on Judys Book Aug 14, 2005Mel's Country Cafe has the best hamburgers of any hamburger restaurant I've been to. They are loose meat style hamburgers. They also have hamburgers of various sizes to fit any appetite. I usually get the 1 1/2lb Mel... (more)
Jennifer O.
on Judys Book Aug 02, 2005Mel's is always packed, be there early or be prepared to wait. The food is great and the price is good too! They have good home-cooking type foods. Hamburgers are awesome too. It is a place with personality too. One of... (more)
chattycathy15
on Citysearch Jul 08, 2005I have eaten at Mels many times. The food is country and inexpensive. Friendly waitstaff and child friendly. Would recommend it to anyone looking for very casual dining. (more)
Citysearch User
on Citysearch Jun 05, 2005This little off-the-road cafe is one of the hottest lunch and dinner spots in Tomball. Great homemade cookin' and provides its customers with a very homey feel when they sit down to eat --- not to mention the Mel's... (more)
Citysearch User
on Citysearch Apr 23, 2005This little tiny resturant is in the middle of nowhere but is a great place. They offer a wide variety of homecooked items. My favorite dish is the hamburger steak. Their portions are huge and well worth the money. They... (more)
trigger
on Citysearch Jul 24, 2003Best place to get a home cooked meal at 1980 prices. Best value. (more)
dazekiel
on Citysearch Jul 22, 2003Mel's has the best burgers around. Great beef, preparation and prices. The homemade fried mushrooms are to die for. Fries, tots and onion rings are also great. Lunch at Mels is a big value, with a steam table where... (more)
agapetoo
on Citysearch Dec 10, 2002Great Food! You will like it. Good family place with reasonable prices! (more)
Genesss
on Citysearch Aug 07, 2002I have never had a bad meal at Mels, they have in my opinion the best home cooked burgers you can get. Everything on the menu is wonderful. (more)