A great little hole in the wall. Nothing fancy about the ambiance, but they have tables outside for…read moreyou to dig in your made to order flavorful meal. We ordered the Fried shrimp (which they lightly batter)had great flavor and nice crisp. Boiled shrimp (good flavor) could have had a little more of a kick of flavor. Fried catfish, which was good but lacked crunch. As well as the crab legs which were absolutely amazing. The crab had great flavor and weren't over cooked, so the crab pulled easily from the shell. Since it isn't quite crawfish season, I wasn't able to indulge however, I'm told they are the best in town!. I'll definitely have to go back and see. Service was fast and staff were amazing. I can't wait to go back. If not for the crawfish, then definitely for that crab.

Great seafood market to pick up fresh boiled seafood to take home to eat! I got their crawfish, had…read moregreat spice and perfectly cooked! Will be back frequently!

Food, fast service, employees, nice atmosphere, excellent!! Would recommend to everyone!!read more

We had a big group for dinner. We didn't have a wait at all. Outside you can smell the grill…read morecooking and it gets you ready for a good meal! From land and sea they have a little bit for everyone. I was just bummed they were outta oysters. My fried catfish and shrimp was delicious good flavor on the batter and the greens were amazing. Prices weren't too bad at all definitely enough food and space for a large crowd. Though we had a big table it did take a long time for food to arrive and the restaurant wasn't packed. If you're in Winnsboro or passing by definitely stop by!

I used Yelp to select this restaurant for lunch. I came in an 4 employees were sitting around in…read moretheir phones. I was told to seat myself. After a few minutes one came over asking if I wanted the buffet which looked good but I wasn't that hungry. I ordered a Po Boy off the menu. It took a really long time. All the while watching the waitress try and get something off her shoe. Once the cook said my food ready, she was still messing with her shoe. Someone else brought my food. Once I started to eat it, it was slathered in mayo and there were very few shrimp on it. The few that were supplied were tasty.The fries were cold. I ate about half my meal and left all the fries. No one ever checked on me or asked if I wanted a refill in my drink. This place has potential if the employees cared. I won't be returning when in the area. Maybe it was just a bad day but that was my experience. I dislike giving bad reviews but I was nauseous the rest of the day from all the mayo

Stoped on a Sunday afternoon in my way home on a long trip the food is amazing and super fresh the…read moreatmosphere is very Louisiana and the service was over the top I will make this drive to eat here again

When we first walked up to the counter, the worker made us wait while she finished texting someone…read morebefore she'd take our order. I ordered a chicken poboy and fries. What I received were soggy, cold fries and room temperature chicken tenders on a literal hotdog bun. My wife, who's from the area and had raved about how good Mel's was when she was younger was equally disappointed at her room temperature chicken tenders and soggy, cold fries. When we visit Winnsbori, we'll stay far away from Mel's.

Thought I'd give mels another try after not eating here for over a year because of these same…read moreproblems! Everytime I order I get the same thing, chicken strips with fries and gravy,and everytime I seem to only get over cooked tiny fried pieces of chicken with barely any fries.

The food is always so fresh! It comes out steaming hot, fish was crispy and the fries are the…read moreabsolute best. The service was very good, our waitress was right on time with refills for drinks and crawfish. So good we are eating it for the 2nd night in a row!

The portion sizes were tiny. I think this place is trying…read moreto be sit down nice but at the same time same time serving food on disposable foam plates and plastic forks, spoons and foam cups. It's giving roadside fish shack vibes when it could be more. Serve on real plates, and silverware. And if you aren't, maybe just serve food on a buffett style or like Subway where you pick what you want and then sit and eat?! For the prices, these little changes could make this place better and more profitable.

Had the best meal and service today at lunch! Kendhl was very sweet and attentive and our crawfish…read morewas 10/10! Best flavor, peeled easily, perfect texture, came out fast and HOT! Our seafood potato was excellent. A Clawdaddy's favorite. Burgers and chargrilled oysters are great too!! We eat here often.

I just saw a post where the owner tried to shame a customer for not tipping. Not tipping isn't…read moregreat but it's completely optional so to see a restaurant shame customers like that and tell customers that they are responsible for other peoples rent, medical bills etc when we all have those bills as well...that's not ok. I will not be back in that kind of environment esp not when I am on a trip and trying to find time to enjoy myself

It's a tie in quality of food and their service or was the view the best??…read more We will definitely be coming back here! We had the blackened redfish and the shrimp 4 ways!! We loved ours but the table next to us ordered the shrimp and grits and the ribeye..which we will order next time!! Portions are huge!

Blackened Red fish is good Oysters are good…read more Fried pickles Fried mushrooms Steaks All of it is good. Get there early though.

My son reached out and asked me to leave a review! He is a lineman from out of state! He said the…read morefood was great! He and his crew stopped in during a storm restoration for a home cooked, hot meal! They got a chance to relax and truly enjoy from what he says, "Some Amazing Food" When they were ready to head out, they were told that the food was on the house, and thanks for helping out! These acts of kindness are never overlooked! So Thankful for your generosity!!! I hope you are blessed beyond, as you blessed this crew with and amazing meal, and amazing hospitality!!

We had the Sunday buffet and enjoyed it. The chicken strips were fluffy and crispy, just right…read more The sides were well done and tasty. Having a white gravy option would be my only request. The staff were friendly and attentive. We will definitely come back.

The buffet and staff were fabulous. My server Dani asked why I would only get one plate, but I…read morecouldn't eat any more of their meat selections than I did! I will dine there every time I pass though.

Great food and great service. Also you can have take out. The ladies are really nice.read more

Highly recommend for boiled crawfish!! Very well seasoned and cooked perfectly. Will be returning!read more

Great little spot for some boiled crawfish and snow crab. Staff was very nice and menu had lots of…read moreoptions. Appetizers were great, seafood was seasoned well, and it was very clean inside with TVs with sports on in bar area. Also has a drive through!