I love the  Northside, and I absolutely love Melt.  Their unique twists on standards make it appealing for foodie-types AND our kids (or our friends who are not adventurous food people).  I have had brunch, lunch and dinner here, and I can honestly say I've never had anything I didn't absolutely love.  As a non-dairy person, I appreciate their vegan options as well.  Also, Melt will deliver food to you at Northside Tavern; it's quite literally the best of both worlds. Â
The only reason I don't give Melt 5 stars is because parking tends to suck (I hate pay-to-park lots that only take cash, which I never seem to have on-hand), and I've noticed that, for some odd reason, whenever I spend any length of time sitting in the restaurant, everything I'm wearing smells absolutely terrible when I walk out. Â Not sure what that's about, but I can put up with gross-smelling clothes any day if I get to eat her.
Oh Melt, I want to like you. Â Maybe I have yet to find "the sandwich." Â I'm a huge sandwich lover but nothing at Melt has quite clicked. Â I do currently have a gift certificate, so I will be back and trying a different sandwich each time.
I'm a meat eater. Â I'm sure I'd be more enthusiastic as a vegan/vegetarian as they are very accomodating. Â I find the portion sizes a bit small for the price. Â Though it's expected with their commitment to free range meats, clean and antibiotic free...but it does definitely inflate the price.
So basically, this isn't a bad review...just not my place. Â For example, I've had the BBQ chicken. Â The BBQ sauce was distinctive, but found the sandwich a bit dry. Â Also had the grilled cheese. Â It was good, but simply doesn't compare to other grilled cheese places - C'est Cheese and Tom+Chee. Â Or maybe I have yet to discover that super addicting sandwich.
Awesome place for the vegan and veggie crowd in Cincinnati! I have dined at Melt for brunch and dinner. On the brunch menu, I Â am a fan of the vegetarian biscuits and gravy. The gravy has a great constituency, not too thick and not to runny. On the lunch/dinner menu the Kirby Melt and Blue Pear Salad are great choices. Â
Melt is small, so be prepared for a possible wait at peak times like brunch. Â I also love the atmosphere at Melt. It offers a great laid back and casual dining experience.
Oh, Cincinnati- I had almost written you off as a "vegetarian nightmare city" a'la many midsized Midwestern cities. Â "It's not your fault," I told myself as I searched, in vain, downtown for something good to eat. Â "It's the Midwest. Â It's Ohio. Â It's winter" (I was trying to help out with excuses here). Â At a conference in Cincinnati meant I was mainly stuck in downtown, and while there were a few Thai/pan-Asian options within a few miles, Cincinnati didn't strike me as a veggie-friendly place. Â I'm SO glad we were able to venture further afield to Melt. Â WORTH the drive. Â My non-vegetarian friend and I both raved about this place.
Melt has an incredible selection of vegan and veggie options and it's well prepared, well seasoned, and delicious. Â The veggie biscuits and gravy was off the chain. Â As was the French toast monstrosity that showed up at our table (I may have ordered two meals worth of food...)
The menu is huge, the people are nice, the interior is indi-hypster-chique (but we'll forgive you for that, and, most importantly, the food is delicious. Â
Stop whatever you are doing and eat here. Â Now.
Yay Melt! This is one of my favorite spots, even though I don't live in Northside. I'm not a vegetarian, but I eat veg a lot. Melt has a vegetarian barbecue sandwich (I had it with tofu, but I think you can also get seitan or tempeh) that was quite tasty (the toasted whole wheat bun made it). They also have a good roast beef sandwich--the Hoffner, I think it's called?--with mushrooms and onions on it. I actually accidentally ordered the Hoffner with tofu and it was still weirdly good. So, that's a win. They have good, housemade dressings for their greens, and their potatoes are good, too. If I lived nearby I'd be all over this all the time.
Review Source:Food here is amazing!
My experience with most vegetarian restaurants is that they try too hard and you end up getting sub-par food. Melt on the other hand was very satisfying in a fun, comfortable atmosphere.
The menu is huge and every thing I saw at other guests tables looked delicious. I can't wait until my next trip to Cincinnati to eat here again.
Melt is my favorite place to take my out-of-town vegetarian friends, especially in the warm months, when we can enjoy our lunch in the charming backyard. Personally, I'm not vegetarian, but I love this sandwich/brunch spot. They serve delicious, healthy food that you can feel good about eating in a fun, funky atmosphere. The table "number" cards are 80s TV show characters, for pete's sake.
The only thing I won't try again are the vegan doughnuts, but maybe they taste good if you haven't had butter in ages.
My first tryst with Melt was long awaited, and it lived up to everything I'd ever heard about how great it was.
The interior is quaint and charming, and allows for either an intimate setting, or to share a good meal with a [small] group of friends--depending on which experience you're looking to have, Melt can provide just that. I particularly like a lunch place where you can order at the counter when you walk in, and a worker brings your order to you. It makes for a pretty quick meal if you're looking to be in and out in a timely manner, say, if you are on a lunch break. The staff is also very friendly, which adds to the all-around pleasant experience.
I met a vegetarian friend (during her lunch break), and Melt was perfect for the occasion. She had plenty of vegetarian-friendly menu items to choose from, while I opted for The Joan of Arc, a really fantastic omnivore's treat featuring roast beef, roasted red peppers, roasted garlic, blue cheese, caramelized onions, and provolone melted on focaccia. Partnered with Roasted Herbed Potatoes and curry catsup, the meal as a whole was really, really delicious (in fact, my mouth is watering just thinking about having it again).
Although Melt is a bit pricy for lunch, I can't say that I have many other complaints about the place. Additionally, I'm looking forward to warmer weather so that I can enjoy the fantastic patio that I've heard so much about.
Solid place for either lunch or dinner. Â Melt is local and makes everything fresh. They cater to vegans, vegetarians, and meat eaters too.
I don't frequent sandwich places often, but the sandwiches here + the one side always hit the spot. The chili and potatoes is also a great choice. I haven't had anything bad here...If you're looking for a bottle of kombucha you can also pick that up here! Price is a couple dollars more so than the average sandwich but well worth it.
When it is nice outside, their patio out back is a great place to hang out.
Melt is a restaurant that I had been interested in trying ever since I made my way across the I-75 corridor to the Northside area of Cincinnati. Â Melt offers an assortment of sandwiches, wraps, and soup/chili that could satisfy even the pickiest of eater or vegetarian. Â Upon my visit there I ordered their interpretation of the Muffaletta (served on flatbread) and an order of roasted potatoes. Â While the Muffaletta wasn't just like what mom would order in the French Quarter the sandwich was very good. Â My potatoes were served with a curry ketchup which was pretty tasty as well. Â
The decor of Melt is typical of the Northside neighborhood, rustic and homey. Â Overall I would definitely recommend Melt and am looking forward to trying their brunch offerings soon (I love breakfast especially when you can sleep in). Â So if you are in the mood for a good soup and sandwich type of meal on a cold winter day Melt is a great place to indulge!
Took my mom here for her birthday and we all enjoyed it.
Fresh foods, relaxed atmosphere and was very busy. Prices seemed a little high, but would definitely go back.
Bathroom could have used some attention, because there was a leak on the floor, which I mentioned, but that wasn't enough to prevent me from going back.
We ate an early lunch there today and really enjoyed it; delicious food, great/very friendly service and a pleasant/low-key atmosphere. Â We each got a wrap with a "side" (the latter was vegan chili soup for my husband and vegetable soup for me). Â The cost was $9.75/each plus tax and the portions were quite adequate. Â There's a small garden with seating, although it was too cold for that today. Â Also, the restroom was clean.
Review Source:I had a really excellent meal here during Sunday brunch Labor Weekend while visiting town. I have to agree that the service was slow and we were ready to break with hunger by the time the food came, but when it did we were in heaven. I had a sandwich melt with wonderful grainy bread with turkey, avocado, tomato, bacon and herbed cheese - so fresh and tasty. My friend's tofu scramble was good too. And I loved the potatoes and the homemade catsup. They had 2 excellent iced teas with free refills too. Definitely will go back on my next visit.
Review Source:How have I never written a review of this amazing piece of Cincinnati? Laziness, that's why!
Melt is simply great, no other way to put it.
No matter whether your vegan, vegetarian or a carnivore, Melt will have something special for you.
I always opt for one of their delectable sandwiches and the special potatoes they make. The curry catsup is a special treat.
While it is more expensive than your average sandwich shop, this place is the epitome of "you get what you pay for."
What you're getting at Melt is quality and lots of it.
Nestled in the heart of Northside, Melt is a great place for breakfast, lunch and dinner.
Be warned that the front of the shop is a little small, but the back and the patio has plenty of space.
My advice, run, don't walk to Melt right now to start your Northside adventure.
This review is for Sunday Brunch only, as I do enjoy Melt for lunch or dinner.
So here we go. My fiancé and I went here very excited this morning to try their brunch menu, and left hour an hour and a half later with the WORST DINING EXPERIENCE OF MY LIFE! I ordered huevos rancheros which is one of my favorite brunch menu items of all time, I make it myself frequently and love to try it other places to get their spin on it. My fiancé ordered the smoked salmon baguette. I've spent enough time in the kitchen to know how long it takes to cook these items. After a half hour of waiting we were becoming concerned with how long the food was taking, I then noticed the cook coming out and i thought she was going to come to our table to apologize, owever she was coming out to see if her kids ( who were sitting at an adjacent table with their grandparents) had enough to eat. Finally after 45 minutes someone came over and apologized for the wait and told us they would put our order in again but we would still have wait 15 minutes for our food. When the food finally came, 1 hour and 10 minutes after ordering, it was mediocre at best. The egg on my huevos rancheros was completely cooked through like a hard boiled egg would be, and my fiancé's salmon baguette did taste pretty good but was slightly small and was served with an over abundance of garnish. The highlight of the experience was walking out of the door. I can't express enough how HORRIBLE this brunch was! Stick to sandwiches Melt!
I stopped in here and had a muffuletta for lunch one day. The sandwich was delicious with tons of stringy cheese. I wish I had gotten one of the sides because the sun chips were kind of boring.
The menu overloaded my brain and I wasn't able to go over the whole thing. The restaurant is cute, there's a patio in the back. Given the opportunity I would be happy to visit Melt again.
This is a great little sandwich cafe on Hamilton Ave in the Northside. We had no trouble finding parking along the street, which is metered during the day.
I had the Joan of Arc sandwich - roast beef, roasted red peppers, garlic, caramelized onions, and blue cheese/provolone on toasted focaccia bread. I got mine with a side of rosemary potatoes and curried ketchup. I'm not normally a big fan of curried anything, but this was delicious. The sandwich was excellent too. They have several dining areas, including a large outdoor patio in the back.
The sandwich with side came out to a bit over $10 after tax, and that seems fair for the quality although I have to question how some of these places are able to charge prices that seem above the local demographic's spending levels. I wouldn't have expected the Northside to be able to support a ten dollar sandwich shop, but they seem to be doing just fine. Definitely worth trying if you're in the area.
I have been coming to Melt off and on ever since it opened, on my most recent visit which was last Friday I noticed some changes, first the Half and half option is gone and that made Melt unique. I liked ordering a half sandwich and half salad so I could try the best Melt has to offer.
I ordered my standard the Joan of Arc which has roast beef, caramelized onion, blue cheese and roasted red peppers. The sandwich was delicious, I also wanted a half Caesar salad and adding that on added to my bill.
Service has always been great and I like the option of getting your own bread and butter from the service table in the corner.
Also to newcomers there are tables in the back and also if nice outside sit in the patio as the front comes overcrowded.
I had heard a lot about Melt before I had went, and it was all overwhelmingly positive. When this happens, it tends to skew the experience, and I think that might be why I don't 5-star it.
I really enjoyed the food. I got a melt of some sort, I think it was beef, but I'm not sure. And it was very good. What struck me was the price, though. I paid around $10 for a good sandwich, but not much else. I thought it was a bit steep.
But if you are looking to eat at a very environmentally-conscious place with good food, look no further. I think they definitely sold their message and the staff seemed very into what they were doing.
Very good experience, but not the best I've had.
Awesome food but it comes out a bit slow.
You can't go wrong with the food here. All of the sandwiches, soups and salads are great. They have a small seating area in the fron, but go to the back for a larger seating area.
If you're going for lunch during work, make sure you have the time, but once you go you won't regret it!
How to define Melt? Â Think...melts. Â It's their signature item!
Despite the name, I cruised in here today and got myself the East Village Wrap and some Ice Tea. Â It was the perfect day (eighty-four and sunny) to enjoy the tree-shaded patio outback. Â Many forget that there is additional seating both behind the kitchen and on the patio, so don't feel you have to run away before you check these out. Â The front area can fill up pretty fast.
Tea was perfect for today! Â The wrap...had too much Arugula. Â Does arugula have a flavor, or does it just suck flavor away from everything else? Â I'm avoiding arugula from now on. Â
The East Village comes with red pepper and turkey as well, that's right, this place has some non-veggie options for my fellow omnivores. Â It also has a lot of solid veggie options for my not-so omnivorous comrades. Â
I ordered the Hummus and Crackers as my side item and got the mushy chickpeas and...Sun Chips? Â The chips didn't really go with the hummus so I just dunked the East Village in my hummus in hopes of enhancing my bland-wich. Â I made the best out of a mediocre situation. Â I have to say I'm gonna try something different next time, this was not the best thing I've had here.
Also, for a wrap and a tea, twelve dollars is a little much, no?
One thing I really do love about this place though, you can order your meal and they will serve you next door at Northside Tavern. Â Well played, and a great call if you get hungry while you're drinking your sorrows away.
My husband and I are new to Cincinnati and headed to Melt to grab lunch before checking out the Northside neighborhood. We thought we would be ordering sandwiches, but it was Sunday, and Melt is brunch-only until late in the afternoon.
We enjoyed the food, but had to wait about 30 minutes to get it. The portions were large. Like a previous person said, the tables are really close together. They also don't serve fountain drinks, Â so be prepared to get something from the refrigerator case to drink while you wait. Melt was good, and we'd like to go back and try their lunch menu. Until then, it's not a place that I would go out of my way to eat at again.
My absolute favorite lunch spot - for vegans, vegetarians and omnivores alike. The food is fast and fresh. The staff is quirky and friendly.
I highly recommend the vegan melt and I'm not even vegan. They also offer a nice variety of baked goods for the sweet tooth.
Would love to get the recipe for the Yogurt Curry dressing. I often stop in to buy a 12 oz. container for entertaining on the weekends - it makes  a wonderful dip for veggies and bread.
The atmosphere is eclectic and the ever-changing art work keeps things interesting.
Can't wait to try their brunch!
I was on <a href="/redir?url=http%3A%2F%2FCincysavers.com&s=9ca5f6e0ac52b6476a8067b34c5c14fe506f2699742bdffbffbc034e88fa6322" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">http://Cincysavers.com</a> and saw that they were running a special for Melt. Â The last time, I was at Melt I did not have a good experience but I always cave in for a good coupon or special. For 10 dollars you could buy a 20 dollar gift certificate here, so I thought why not give Melt another try. This time I had a much better experience.
Although it was busy in the restaurant, Â the line to order went pretty fast and we were happy to find a seat we liked. The food took about 25 minutes to come out but we didn't mind waiting. The food was pretty tasty and was affordable with the cincysaver. I was so full after I left here. I would not mind coming back here again especially in the spring when the deck is open for seating. I think too when I come back I will order something new. There are so many dishes to choose from here, I would like to branch out and explore what Melt has to offer.
I am glad that I gave this place a second chance. I did enjoy the food, the ambiance of the restaurant, and the staff. I hope next time I come, I have the same pleasant experience.
Melt is a frequent candidate for a lunch/brunch to catch up with friends for me. It is this for a few reasons: the food, the atmosphere, and the non-fussy service.
From the top, there are a lot of good food options-veg, vegan, meat eating alike. All the food has flavor, texture, crunch (unless it's the soup...maybe?) and leaves you full and satisfied. The sensation is to me, a lot like others' descriptions of "comfort food"; the difference is this doesn' t make me feel like I've auto-clogged my arteries. It's good, fresh, and I believe largely local, products. Yum!
Also, as I mentioned, it's generally a good place to be. The staff is friendly and helpful in your selections, but once food is served, they don't come check on you a lot, nor do they push you out.
I've debated 'life changing' topics here regularly without ever feeling like I wasn't welcome. I'd hesitate to take too much time when others were waiting, but it seems people get to go orders in the area and unless it's right at brunch, the turnover and availability of tables is good. I've waited before, but not too long. It was always worth it, to boot.
In summary, the art work on the walls is changing and interesting, there is giant magnetic poetry by some tables, the people are nice, and the food is good. What more do you want? That said, you should be on your way...right about now!
I don't ever really feel cool enough to eat at Melt, and let's be honest: I'm probably not. I've come to terms with that. I'm also not a vegetarian or vegan, so I'm not exactly their target audience.
Melt is however, a great place to bring veg friends from out of town. They can get a decent meal, and even us meaties can chow down on fresh and fairly tasty fare. The Muffaletta sandwich is incredibly flavorful and melty, and I'm told the grilled cheese with tomatoes is one of the best (I'm not a tomato fan). For Sunday brunch, the Vegetarian Huevos Rancheros satisfied even my proudly carnivorous appetite.
Service is essentially nonexistent, however, and it always seems to be a tight squeeze to find a spot to sit. The servers frequently confuse plates and tables, or there's a 5, 10, sometimes even 15 minute gap between one set of plates delivered to the table, and then the rest. Melt also has that unfortunate hipster hangout hallmark of being more overpriced than is really necessary. I understand vegan & organic ingredients cost a bit more, but that markup seems a little much at times.
I'm not a regular, but Melt is a great little spot to show off some of Cincinnati's more creative, independent restaurant spots, a nice little excursion into the Northside scene, even for us non-cool folk.
I'm writing this review even though I haven't been to Melt in several months, because man, am I CRAVING Melt right now!
I am not a vegan - not event vegetarian - but OMG their vegan foodies are so yummmm. Â The red skins are tasty and they have creative combinations on the menu. Â I really like Melt because their menu caters to carnivores, too (which means I can still eat here with my super carnivorous boyfriend). Â And everything is organic!
And if you haven't had the chicken caesar salad, you haven't experienced a chicken caesar salad. Â The chicken is so good and such a great quality and the homemade vegan caesar dressing is cravetastic. Â LITERALLY. Â Craving it right now.
Oh. Man. OHMAN!
Here in Austin, we have a ton of vegan restaurants. Unfortunately, when I'm feeling like eating something vegan and yummy, the boyfriend wants a steak. There are very few places where one can get both and be happy. Melt certainly satisfied!
First of all, the space is tiny, but ADORABLE! We got there right before the lunch "rush" I guess and were able to sit at one of the larger tables. I felt bad when I saw that it was for groups of three or more, but there was no one waiting for a table or anything, so I think it was alright.
I ordered the vegan cheese steak with the side of hummus and chips. The boy ordered some roast beef sammich with a side of the Thai Butternut Squash soup. Order at the counter. Get a card. Sit. They bring the food out. I was already loving the place before we got our food, but when it came out and I tried the hummus, I WAS DEFINITELY IN LOVE! Some of the best hummus I've ever had. Boyfriend agreed. It was served with Sun Chips. The cheese steak with housemade seitan and smoked cheddar cheeze was spectacular. Served on a toasted roll, I was so happy to eat it.
The soup the boy got was SO GOOD. It was like a lighter version of a green curry, which is my usual at Thai restaurants. I think he liked his sandwich? Haha. Just as we were finishing up, a few more groups came in. There weren't a whole lot of people, but it felt crowded because it was so small.
So...yeah...I'm so sad this is so far away. It would definitely be an every-other-day kind of place if it were in Austin. So yummy! I wish I could try everything on the menu! Until next time, Melt! I will miss you!
I'll tell you what we learned at Melt.
We learned that the woman sitting on the table next to us was "expecting again" and that she was hoping her waters didn't break whilst she is in a public place... "like last time", then went into unnecessarily gory detail about that last time.
We also got informed about the best method of getting a newborn on your breast, and how the subsequent suckling "really takes it out of your nipples"
This was followed by loud discussions about hospitals, terrible doctors and how one of the women was "never going to ____________ Healthcare again because they almost killed my first kid"
Thank HEAVENS the food we ordered was relatively tasty enough to take our minds - and gag reflexes - off our inconsiderate and ignorant dining neighbors!
Melt offers up fresh made-to-order deli sammiches, soups and gourmet salads in a colorful 'hipster' environment full of vintage melamine tables, seen-better-days chairs, funky artwork and chalkboard menus.
It caters to the vegetarian and vegan very well, offering as many non-meat items as they do carnivorous options. My veggie missus had the "Custom Burger" made with seitan (otherwise known as "wheat meat"), which see informed me was not the tastiest thing she had ever tried on their menu but satisfied her immediate cravings after a long day at the office. (Curious to see what seitan tasted like I stole a bite, quickly declaring it as 'Soylent Green")
I opted for the Tuscan Chicken sammich, a heady concoction of pesto, sun-dried tomatoes, chicken (d'uh!) and romaine, all of which was offset nicely by the addition of caramelized onions. The menu said it came on flat bread but my version inexplicably came out on regular ol' white sliced, so maybe I should point out that 'your mileage may vary' in terms of sammich construction by the kitchen? It too was tasty, but not great.
We both chose the roasted herbed red potatoes as our side dish and these turned out to be the tastiest thing on either of our plates. Very delicious indeed. However, at $9 each our meals felt very expensive. I don't have a problem paying a bit more for fresh food - which all of this undoubtedly was - but $20 for a pair of sammiches seems at least $5 too high IMHO.
However, it could be the case that Melt charge more so they can employ members of the public to sit amongst their regular customers and discuss the ins and (mainly) outs of their baby-making machinery?
PS: Be very, VERY careful upon exiting the restaurant. Their front step slopes away from the door in quite a dramatic fashion, unexpectedly throwing you - possibly headlong if you're unlucky enough - onto the sidewalk. I'd be surprised if no-one has become a victim of its inherent evil and hope that Melt have plans to quickly rectify its dangerous nature.
Go here. For brunch. Right now. (Really, wait for the weekend when they actually serve brunch.)
On a recent weekend trip to Cincinnati, the Mister and I wanted some delicious brunch before heading home to Columbus. And, of course, the trusty Yelp app did not lead us astray!
Melt is an adorable little vegan/vegetarian-friendly restaurant situated in the heart of the charming and hippie Northside. On the weekends, they only serve brunch, and luckily, that's exactly what we were in the mood for!
The interior of Melt is very bohemian and mismatched - in a great way. The servers are insanely friendly and helpful, and nobody seems to take anything too seriously - except the food.
Here's what we ordered:
1. Hot brown (with turkey)
2. Vegan mess (I think that's the name of it!)
3. Vegan biscuit with sausage gravy
Before I tell you how much we loved the food, I need to explain that the Mister and I are not vegetarians or vegans. But good lord was this stuff amazing! Seriously.
The hot brown was a crusty bread topped with turkey, greens, and a white sauce. It was delicious. The Mister had the "mess" - which is scrambled tofu and other goodness - and he couldn't get enough! But the real highlight of our meal? The vegan biscuit with sausage gravy! For real, this tasted amazing! We were putting the gravy over everything!
I would most definitely go back to Melt the next time I'm in town, and I'll be getting a plate of biscuits and sausage gravy all for myself.
Melt your name is so fitting because you provide me all the comforts of a big melty grilled cheese sandwich! Melt is deliciously magnificent!
Where to start...the staff are all extremely personable and helpful. Many of their options (particularly the brunch menu) don't provide much of an explanation as to their ingredients, but every cashier is more than happy/prepared to tell you in detail about every item on the menu. They are all very sweet and you can tell they really take pride in their restaurant.
The food is...superb! I went for the Sunday Brunch and couldn't have been more pleased. Though they specialize in sandwiches, I had their French Toast for brunch with fresh cut apples and whipped cream. As a side I got some of the most delicious roasted red potatoes I've ever eaten. They come with some sort of delicious sauce...no clue what it was only that it was delicious and unique and I used every last drop of it.
Over half of Melt's menu is either vegetarian or vegan. I eat meat, but was very intrigued by their meatless options and hope to give some of them a try in the future. This place really understands flavoring and that's always key when creating a vegan entree.
My whole brunch ended up being about $10 plus tip and I left full and happy, already planning on a return visit. It's a little more than I'm used to spending, but it was well worth it as a special Sunday treat.
Melt is the perfect fit for Northside's main drag right on Hamilton Avenue. The locally owned feel perfectly compliments Northside's charm.
Not only that, but Melt also offers delicious baked goods from another one of my favorite Northside establishments Take the Cake!
So whether for brunch, lunch, or dinner Melt is a win. Whether you are vegan or not you are bound to find some delicious at Melt!
My awesome friends brought me to this cool, funky place when I visited Cinci, and now I like both my friends and the city more.
Melt totally had me at the giant magnetic poetry, and then I saw the menu. Â There are enough veggie AND meat options to keep everyone happy. Â In fact, there are so many options the best idea may be to come here with a friend or three who like to share.
My awesome friends and I split the artichoke melt, Â the BBQ tempeh sandwich, and the ratatouille melt. Â All were awesome, tho the artichoke melt would have been to rich to finish by myself. Â The cute girl at the counter recommended the roasted potatoes, which were delicious, and the coleslaw was also a win, nice and light and gingery.
I admit to being a bit of a suburbanite. Of course, all that really means is that I hate a challenging parking situation. I always think I'm going to have one when I go to Northside, but it's never been an issue (knocks furiously on laminate fake wood).
And Melt is so worth it, even if I had to look a bit. The quality ingredients! One really can taste the quality. And they allow all kinds of modifications--have this instead of that or this or on this, or whatever. And they like customizing your grub. It's a good thing. And they know how to work an avocado. Eat in the casual storefront or take it to go (among other options). I like ordering it to go and walking down to the Sidewinder coffee house for a tasty beverage. By the time I'm back, the sammie and/or chili is usually ready to go!
New(ish) to Melt is a little convenience store kind of a place a few doors down: Picnic and Pantry. There are fun surprises (and a great soup and other stuff buffet) awaiting discovery by you. Plus, they sell Jeni's ice cream. So good.
Best vegan cheesesteak I've ever had! The bread was toasty and delicious, the steak was savory and very appealing, and the melted cheese was the bomb.
They really seem to love vegans there. Vegan cheese was available and they had plenty of vegetarian options.
One gripe: their bakery case wasn't well-marked. It appeared that none of their bakery products were vegan, but I did not ask. I just might have bought something if it stood out and said "I'm a vegan margarita cupcake!"
Melt has a casual, eclectic atmosphere. If you're expecting a formal dining experience, you might be remiss, but if you're okay with a dining experience reminiscent of your artsy 20's, you'll be in heaven.
I have to admit, the food at Melt was pretty darn good but are they deserving of the current 4.5 star average? Â HELLS NO! Â Why you ask? The SLOW SERVICE really sucked.
We ordered our food, then sat and waited...and waited...and waited...and waited. Â After almost 40 minutes had past, I went to the open kitchen area to make sure they even had our order, and man was the dude rude. Â So we patiently sat and waited some more, trying very hard to calm our growling stomachs. Â After another 10 minutes passed, our food finally arrived. Â Although there was a decent amount of people when we ordered our food at about 2:30pm, it wasn't busy to the point where it would justify waiting almost an hour for our food! Â And not once did someone stop by to ask 'how are things?' or say 'sorry for the wait'.
If you're looking for fresh & tasty food, and have a lot of time on your hands and don't care about crappy service, then I would give it a try. Â Noticed on their menu they have a lot of vegetarian and even vegan offerings. Â Below is a quick review of the items our party had:
Melted Sammies:
~ Tangy Tuna (tuna salad along with red onions, celery, tomato, Swiss cheese & lime cilantro dressing on sourdough) - The tuna salad was very good but the bread was so hard. Â Could've chipped a tooth if bitten at the wrong angle.
~ Tuscan Chicken (chicken, pesto, caramelized onion, sundried tomato & fresh romaine lettuce on focaccia) - This was very flavorful and my favorite of the 3 I tried.
~ Rachel (turkey, ruby kraut, Swiss cheese with a homemade tangy sauce on sourdough rye) - Not bad but not something I'd consider ordering again.
Sides:
~ Tabouli - Not much flavor and I've definitely had better. Â I wouldn't recommend this.
~ Rosemary Redskins - Yum! Â Lots of flavor and the skin was oven roasted to perfection.
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