The Original Mels Diner

1730 Grass Valley Hwy #2885, Auburn - 95603
225 reviews
Diner American
(530) 823-6357

So happy that Mel’s was opened on Easter because practically every business was closed, and I wanted to have a nice cooked meal at a restaurant. First, the restaurant is very clean, each staff greeted us with a smile and “welcome”, and we were quickly seated at a table and handed menus. Once we decided on our order and the order was placed, the food was prepared quickly and perfectly. Best of all, we had a very sweet waitress who ensured our order and food was as expected, and that it met our expectations. I definitely would return and recommend them.

Love this place. I always visit when I'm in town from overseas.. Lovely food, friendly staff and of course great authentic atmosphere.

Great service and friendly staff. Such a cool throw back place to dine in. The milkshakes look delicious!!

My first time to a Mel's Diner. It was a very pleasant breakfast experience and our server, Sydney was really nice and always smiled. Unfortunately, I was starving and forgot to take a photo of my well done Belgian Waffle with eggs and sausage. Thank you! I'll be back.

Friendly waitress. The food we order was delicious and didn't take too long to come out to our table. Great family atmosphere.

I never had the turkey club so I gave it a go and it was really good. Fresh food & great service.

The food here is standard diner style food. Nothing super special, but where I think the place definitely stands out is the atmosphere and decor of the building. Also every time I’ve been here the waitresses have been amazing and the manager always comes up and asked me how my meal is. I think that’s a great personal touch.

Well they are so good at making their burger and burrito and I say well train on their service. I ordered a breakfast burrito I was craving it . And a side of potato fried and it came out perfect and delicious. Their great on their coffee I love how they asked you if you want creamer or sugar. For me I like creamer. No sugar. But there is one thing they keep their restaurant so clean. I love how they have good classic Elvis music or classic oldies music I love to tap my fingers on the table if I listen to classic oldies music. Anyways keep up the good work mels on your great customer service. I recommend this restaurant for like if you are traveling or spending on birthday yes they will sing for your birthday. If you asking . Yes I got a birthday song.

Mel's is the perfect place to escape the COVID safety restrictions like masking, distancing and sanitizing (see photo). Your food is served by great people who can smile and breathe without fear of infection.The food is either good or fair. Service is always the best.

I set up a little date for my mother and I here (I haven't seen her in 14 years so it was a pretty big deal) our waitress was super sweet but when I went to the register to pay, a couple of the other waitresses were being rude. One said "Finally after two hours" in a rude voice and the other said "NOW I have two tables cleared up" and rolled her eyes. We weren't even there for 2 hours.. maybe an hour. It wasn't too busy so I don't think us sitting and talking for awhile was a huge issue.