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    Melba’s

    3.1 (19 reviews)
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    Stedmond P.

    Dropped in for a daiquiri. The energy was amazing, the drinks were OK... but you can't beat the price! It did EXACTLY what it's supposed to do, but may come with a headache 1.5 hours later.

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    Samantha P.

    I love Melba's. They have an app with a reward program. Download the app and set up an account before going so you can take advantage of the daily specials. They also have a literacy program that gets you a free item (from their list) with the purchase of a book. I originally had red beans and rice as my side but I didn't like them. When I let the staff know, she quickly let me make another selection without issue. The Fish and Shrimp Poboy was well seasoned and dressed, without being spicy. It was hot and fresh. The fish and shrimp were both fried perfectly. I had a side of Mac and cheese. It was from a fresh pan, just needed salt and pepper. The restaurant was clean. I was having trouble with the app and they were patient in assisting me. They also let us try a couple of different daiquiri flavors.

    Red beans and rice with smoked sausage. And an order of ribs. Nice plates.
    Brad R.

    We haven't seen anything like this. Melba's has a menu 20 ft. long...literally! Real soul food. The ribs: perfect. Collards: tender and well seasoned. Red Beans & Rice : creamy and delicious. They were so nice and efficient from the moment we walked in the door. Dining room, patio and service area were all inviting and interesting. 24 HRS Y'all get all the stars

    Jamaya P.

    The food was a 10/10. It was a little bit of a wait at 1:30am but it was worth it. I had the corn grits with a shrimp po'boy. PHENOMENAL. My friends had the shrimp and fish plate and loved it. It was giving a bodega style restaurant but it had daiquiris and book everywhere. I loved it.

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    01/16/26 at 11:30 am.....Counter service sucks.... went 2 pick up order and lady at da counter was unprofessional..... no reason!

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    4 months ago

    Tonight I have no idea who was cooking but it was nasty I've been going to melbas for years and never had this problem

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    The food is just okay, nothing special about it and they are as high as a giraffe's tail and quite overpriced for the quality and flavor.

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    Great food and their book giveaways are INCREDIBLE! Everyone is so nice and they have a variety of authors who participate.

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    Food was okay. Large portions. Had to wait for someone to just tell us to use kiosk. Flys were everywhere.

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