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Welcome to Mel's Roadhouse
Welcome to our cozy little bar and grill, located just 2 miles outside Athens on State Route 550! Join us for lunch or a laid-back night out in a clean and relaxed atmosphere, complete with a covered rear patio and a charming beer garden. Enjoy some competition on our pool table while savoring delicious food from our newly added kitchen. Cheers to good times and great company! A friendly family-owned establishment we don't just serve customers; we're serving our friends and neighbors.
Big Flavor, No Limits
Our menu brings together crowd favorites like pizza, burgers, salads, and plenty more, all made with care and bold character. Each dish is crafted to give you something hearty, fresh, and worth coming back for. No matter what you’re in the mood for, you’ll find something that hits the spot without overthinking it.
Your Mel's Favorites, Just a Click Away
Craving the Fire Burger or a Philly Cheesesteak? Order online in a few taps and we'll have it ready for pickup or delivery. No lines, no waiting around, just the food you actually came here for.
Mel's Roadhouse: Athens, OH's Favorite Bar and Grill
Real food, bold flavor, and snapshots of the dishes our guests love most
Catering Made Easy
Our catering brings the same quality and comfort of our restaurant straight to your event. We handle the food so you can focus on enjoying the moment with your guests. From small gatherings to big celebrations, we make feeding your group simple and stress-free.
Visit Us Today!
We’re a place built for good food, easy conversations, and a laid-back atmosphere you can enjoy any day of the week. Whether you’re meeting friends or grabbing a meal on your own, you’ll always feel welcome here. Come by, get comfortable, and see why so many people make us part of their routine.
Hours:
Tuesday–Thursday: 4–11 pm
Friday–Saturday: 4 pm–12 am
Sunday & Monday: Closed
Great food with fantastic prices, friendly service - very clean establishment. Stopped in for lunch just kinda driving by and had a great experience! Will definitely be back
We had Mel’s Burger and Chicken sandwich with fries. Food was good and fries had good seasoning on them. We will be eating here again. Everyone was friendly.
Friendly staff, good food and stiff drinks. One of our favorite places!
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Frequently Asked Questions
What are you known for?
We are known for Mozzarella Sticks, Fire Burger, Burgers, Fries, Pizza, Taco Salad, Onion Rings, Cheeseburger, Cheese Fries, Supreme Pizza, Philly Cheesesteak, Salads, Cheese Pizza, Cheesesteak, Jalapeno Poppers, Chili, and Chef Salad
What meals do you serve?
We serve Dinner
Where are you located?
We are located in Athens, OH at 10971 OH-550
What areas do you serve?
We serve the following areas: Armitage, Chauncey, The Plains, Beaumont, Athens, East Millfield, Millfield, Grosvenor, Hamley Run, Truetown, Elliottville, Redtown, Glen Ebon, Greens Run, New Floodwood, Clearview, Luhrig, Canaanville, Modoc, and Jacksonville.
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