hey y’all!

We are incredibly happy to be back and better than ever. Come enjoy the same delicious flavors and hospitality that made us a neighborhood favorite. From our classic sandwiches to daily specials, spend your lunchtime with us inside, or outside on the patio. Make Mel’s your go-to for weekday lunch Tuesday through Friday.


special dinners & Private parties

We regularly host special dinners at Mel's, collaborating with local chefs and other movers and shakers in this community. Mel’s is the perfect spot for your next private party, office get together, or family gathering. We’ve got indoor and outdoor spaces, right in the heart of Carrboro!

fish n’ chips : friday, April 19th, 12pm until we run out

James Blackburn and Al Bowers are back with our popular Fish n’ Chips event! Fried Cod, classic English chips and mushy peas for $18.95. We can’t wait!

SAturday night supper series—papa’s pop-ups : saturday, April 27th, 7pm

Hey Y’all! We’re excited to announce another Saturday Night Supper Series event: Papa’s Pop Up. On Saturday April 27th, Chef Papa Assane Mbengue presents “Tuki Tapas”: a five course culinary voyage from Africa to Latin America with wine pairings. Tickets are $75 per person and available by emailing melscommissary@gmail.com. We hope to see y’all then!