Mel’s Hard Luck Diner menu — United States

Thick-cut onion slices coated in a crispy batter and fried until golden, served with a side of creamy ranch dressing.

Breaded mozzarella cheese sticks deep-fried until golden and served with a side of tomato-based marinara sauce.

Breaded jalapeno peppers stuffed with cream cheese and served with a side of ranch dressing.

Crispy fries topped with savory chili and melted cheese, served with a side of ranch dressing.

Crispy, deep-fried green beans served with a side of creamy chipotle-spiced ranch dressing.

Select one item from the appetizer selection to enjoy as a starter.

Choose any two items from our selection of appetizers to create your own custom platter.

A creamy soup made with chicken and corn, served with a side of crackers and a dinner roll.

A hearty bowl of diner-style chili topped with cheese and onions, served with a side of crackers and a dinner roll.

A bowl of our freshly prepared daily soup, served with a side of crackers and a dinner roll.

This combo includes a bowl of your choice of soup paired with a half-sandwich of turkey, ham, or chicken salad, or a full grilled cheese sandwich on white toast.

This sandwich features tender roast beef topped with grilled onions, peppers, mushrooms, and melted cheese, served on a sourdough hoagie roll.

A grilled chicken breast topped with Swiss cheese and bacon, served on a wheat bun with lettuce, tomato, and pickles on the side.

This sandwich features smoked bacon, lettuce, tomato, and mayonnaise served on two slices of toasted white bread.

This sandwich features an 8-ounce breaded and fried beef cutlet served on Texas toast, accompanied by lettuce, tomato, and pickles.

This sandwich features thinly sliced corned beef, Swiss cheese, and sauerkraut with a homemade sauce, served on grilled marble rye bread.

This grilled white bread sandwich features melted American, Cheddar, and Swiss cheeses layered with ham and bacon.

A triple-decker sandwich featuring ham, turkey, bacon, lettuce, tomato, and mayonnaise on toasted white bread.

This sandwich features a homemade chicken salad made with chicken breast, grapes, apples, onion, mayonnaise, and pecans, served on a flaky croissant.

A grilled or crispy chicken wrap featuring lettuce, tomatoes, bell peppers, cheese, corn, and chipotle ranch dressing served in a large flour tortilla.

This triple-decker sandwich features cinnamon raisin toast layered with peanut butter, sliced bananas, caramel syrup, and brown sugar, served with a side of warm caramel for dipping.

This salad features mixed greens topped with your choice of grilled or crispy chicken, assorted vegetables, cheese, and crunchy tortilla strips, finished with a chipotle ranch dressing.

A fresh mixed green salad topped with grilled chicken, almonds, sliced boiled eggs, tomatoes, cucumbers, and croutons, served with your choice of dressing on the side.

A hearty salad featuring mixed greens topped with ham, turkey, bacon, hard-boiled eggs, vegetables, cheese, and croutons, served with your choice of dressing on the side.

A fresh mix of greens, vegetables, sunflower seeds, cheese, and croutons served with your choice of dressing on the side.

A fresh salad featuring mixed greens, grilled chicken, almonds, strawberries, and mandarin oranges, served with your choice of dressing on the side.

This chicken salad features a blend of chopped chicken, grapes, onions, mayonnaise, pecans, and apples, served with mandarin oranges and club crackers.

A creamy, herb-flavored dressing made with buttermilk, garlic, and onion.

A creamy, savory salad dressing made with tangy crumbled blue cheese.

A sweet and tangy, tomato-based salad dressing with a smooth, creamy consistency.

A creamy, sweet, and tangy dressing made with a blend of honey and mustard.

A creamy, tangy dressing made with a base of mayonnaise, ketchup, and finely chopped pickles or relish.

A sweet and tangy dressing made with poppy seeds, typically served over fresh salads.

A creamy salad dressing made with buttermilk, herbs, and smoky chipotle peppers.

A zesty vinaigrette dressing made with oil, vinegar, herbs, and spices.

A light, tangy salad dressing made with a blend of raspberries, vinegar, and oil.

A classic dressing made by combining olive oil and vinegar.

A classic beef burger topped with American cheese, served with lettuce, tomato, and pickles on the side.

A beef patty served on grilled marble rye bread with sautéed onions, Swiss and American cheese, and a side of special sauce for dipping.

This open-faced burger is topped with chili and melted cheese, served with a side of chopped onions.

A beef burger topped with bacon and melted Cheddar, served with barbecue sauce, lettuce, tomato, and pickles on the side.

This burger is topped with grilled mushrooms and Swiss cheese, served with lettuce, tomato, and pickles on the side.

A black bean patty topped with Cheddar cheese, served with lettuce, tomato, and pickles on the side.

This dish features a generous serving of fried butterfly shrimp served with cocktail sauce, french fries, and a dinner roll.

This 8 oz. breaded and fried beef cutlet is smothered in peppered white gravy and served with mashed potatoes, the vegetable of the day, and a dinner roll.

Crispy fried catfish fillets served with a side of french fries, tartar sauce, and a dinner roll.

Crispy, breaded chicken strips served with a side of fries and your choice of dipping sauce.

A foot-long, all-beef Nathan's hot dog served with a side of fries, relish, and onions.

This dish features a large serving of spaghetti topped with two meatballs and marinara sauce, served with a dinner roll and Parmesan cheese.

Slow-cooked, tender pot roast served over white bread with brown gravy, accompanied by mashed potatoes and the vegetable of the day.

This dish features bite-sized corn dogs and two chicken tenders served with fries and your choice of dipping sauce.

Crispy, deep-fried strips of potato served as a side dish.

A smooth, sweetened purée made from cooked apples.

Creamy mashed potatoes served with your choice of white or brown gravy.

A fresh selection of seasonal vegetables prepared daily.

Thinly sliced potatoes that are deep-fried until crispy and lightly salted.

A fresh mix of greens, cheese, onions, cucumbers, tomatoes, and croutons served with your choice of dressing on the side.

Thick slices of onion dipped in batter and deep-fried until golden and crispy.

Our freshly brewed black tea is available served either sweetened or unsweetened.

Freshly brewed hot coffee available in both caffeinated and decaffeinated varieties.

A choice of chilled fresh dairy milk or creamy chocolate-flavored milk.

A refreshing blend of chilled apple and orange juices served together.

A hand-dipped, old-fashioned milkshake or malted milk drink served in a frosted glass with your choice of flavor.

A classic soda fountain drink featuring your choice of soda served in a large frosted mug with scoops of vanilla ice cream, whipped topping, and a cherry.

A classic chilled beverage made with flavored syrup and carbonated water, topped with a scoop of vanilla ice cream, whipped cream, sprinkles, and a cherry.

Choose from a variety of classic ice cream flavors served in your choice of a waffle cone or a dish.

Choose your favorite flavor of hand-spun milkshake or malt, prepared to order in a personal serving size.

A classic carbonated beverage flavored with your choice of syrup, served with a scoop of vanilla ice cream, whipped topping, sprinkles, and a cherry.

A classic fountain soda served in a large frosted mug with scoops of vanilla ice cream, whipped topping, and a cherry.

A customizable ice cream sundae served with your choice of topping, whipped cream, peanuts, sprinkles, and a cherry.

A spiced carrot cake baked with coconut, pecans, and pineapple, topped with cream cheese frosting and served with vanilla ice cream and warm caramel.

A warm, individual-sized chocolate cake with a soft, liquid center, served with vanilla ice cream and a chocolate drizzle.

A personal-sized cheesecake served with your choice of strawberry, hot fudge, hot caramel, or chocolate topping.

A warm, fruit-filled dessert featuring a flaky pastry crust or a golden, biscuit-like topping, available as a personal-sized portion.

• Pie$8
• a la mode$9