Mel's Diner

4 recent ratings
$ • Diner
Reported to have a gluten-free menu
Reported GF menu options: Bread/Buns, Burgers, Dessert
Safety Rating
3 ratings

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140 University Ave W
Waterloo, ON N2L 6J3, Canada

Most Recent Reviews


Celiac

Overall Rating

Review


Very knowledgeable staff on cross contamination. Cleaned grill before cooking my hashbrowns.

Safety


How confident are you that this establishment takes safety precautions against cross-contact?

— Very

Safety Feature Ratings
  • Other dedicated kitchen equipment (oven, toaster, pots, pans, utensils, etc.)
  • Staff is knowledgeable and can answer questions
  • Staff will clean kitchen space or change gloves if asked

Quality & Quantity


Is there a gluten-free menu?

— Gluten-free items are marked on the main menu

How much of the menu is available gluten-free?

— Some

How would you rate the taste and quality of the gluten-free food you tried?

— Good

Other


Other Characteristics
  • Good for breakfast/brunch
  • Good for dinner
  • Good for kids
  • Good for lunch
  • Good for takeout
  • Offers delivery
Updated 1 year ago read full review

Celiac

Overall Rating

Review


I went when it was not busy at all so the server had time to talk to me about my options on the gluten free menu. Lots of options and no reaction at all.

Quality & Quantity


Is there a gluten-free menu?

— Separate gluten-free menu

How much of the menu is available gluten-free?

— Some

How would you rate the taste and quality of the gluten-free food you tried?

— Good

Updated 2 years ago read full review

Overall Rating

Review


I read these great reviews that said Mel’s had many gluten free options and decided to go. I was told by both the GM and waitress that they don’t have gluten free items and they can’t guarantee anything is gluten free. I stuck with the only thing I could get…eggs. I was really in the mood for pancakes.

Safety


How confident are you that this establishment takes safety precautions against cross-contact?

— Not at all

Quality & Quantity


Is there a gluten-free menu?

— No gluten-free information on the menu

How much of the menu is available gluten-free?

— Not Much

How would you rate the taste and quality of the gluten-free food you tried?

— Average

Updated 2 years ago read full review

This establishment is NOT a dedicated gluten-free facility and may not be safe for those with celiac disease. Please contact the establishment directly to inquire about safety precautions.

Gluten-Free Features

  • Bread/Buns
  • Burgers
  • Dessert
  • Gluten-Free Menu

Categories

  • Breakfast
  • Brunch
  • Delivery
  • Diner
  • Dinner
  • Kid Friendly
  • Lunch
  • Takeout
  • Vegan Friendly

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Symptomatic Celiac

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I’ve eaten here twice and did not get sick at all! Gluten free menus, tons of GF options (most for only $1 extra than regular) and the staff are knowledgeable about GF and how the kitchen prevents cross contamination! Would 100% recommend :) and overall, THE FOOD WAS AMAZING!! The gluten free cinnamon pancakes were to die for even if you’re not GF :)

Safety


How confident are you that this establishment takes safety precautions against cross-contact?

— Very

Safety Feature Ratings
  • Staff is knowledgeable and can answer questions

Quality & Quantity


Is there a gluten-free menu?

— Separate gluten-free menu

How much of the menu is available gluten-free?

— Most/All

How would you rate the taste and quality of the gluten-free food you tried?

— Excellent

Other


Other Characteristics
  • Good for breakfast/brunch
  • Good for kids
  • Good for lunch
  • Good for takeout
  • Good vegan options
  • Offers outdoor seating
Updated 2 years ago read full review

Symptomatic Celiac

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Review


Delicious meal with lots of options I wouldn’t otherwise have had! Pancakes, French toast, waffles and burgers! Got the cinnamon roll pancakes made gluten free and was in heaven. Would definitely return

Really cute decor! Great atmosphere and strict physical distancing measures for COVID safety

Safety


How confident are you that this establishment takes safety precautions against cross-contact?

— Somewhat

Quality & Quantity


Is there a gluten-free menu?

— Separate gluten-free menu

How much of the menu is available gluten-free?

— Most/All

How would you rate the taste and quality of the gluten-free food you tried?

— Excellent

Other


Other Characteristics
  • Good for breakfast/brunch
  • Good for takeout
  • Good selection of healthy options
  • Good vegan options
  • Offers delivery
  • Offers online ordering
Updated 3 years ago read full review

Overall Rating

Quality & Quantity


Is there a gluten-free menu?

— Separate gluten-free menu

How much of the menu is available gluten-free?

— Most/All

How would you rate the taste and quality of the gluten-free food you tried?

— Good

Updated 3 years ago read full review

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