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
As rated by the community
140 University Ave W
Waterloo, ON N2L 6J3, Canada
Most Recent Reviews
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
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
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
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Review
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
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
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
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