Meli Cafe – Greek
Sunlight streams into this vibrant morning haunt, where the comforting aroma of golden biscuits and savory gravy mingles with the lively energy of a neighborhood gathering spot. The kitchen transforms farm-fresh eggs into everything from zesty, spice-laden omelets to the Mediterranean-inspired Sunrise in Cyprus, offering a soulful start to the day that feels both familiar and adventurous. Whether you are tucking into a hearty steak and eggs or a vegetable-packed scramble, every plate captures the warmth of home-style cooking elevated by creative, global touches.
301, South Halsted Street, Chicago, IL, 60661 +13124540748 https://www.melicafe.com/0Cuisine: Greek
Price range: $$
Dietary options: dairy-free, gluten-free, halal, high-protein, keto, low-carb, nut-free, vegan, vegetarian, heart-healthy, low-fat, low-sodium, mediterranean, paleo, pescatarian, plant-based, whole30, anti-inflammatory, atkins, dash-sodium-reduced, gerd, high-fiber, low-cholesterol, south-beach, aip, alkaline, carnivore, low-fodmap, renal, tlc, volumetrics, lectin-free, macrobiotic, slow-carb, sesame-free, soy-free
Diet fit at Meli Cafe
Dairy-Free at Meli Cafe
Meli Cafe in Chicago has 12 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Add An Egg, Meli's Hashbrowns and Jalapeno Slaw. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Gluten-Free at Meli Cafe
Meli Cafe in Chicago has 7 gluten-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Add An Egg, Gluten-Free French Toast and Fruit. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Halal at Meli Cafe
Meli Cafe in Chicago has 42 halal-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Add An Egg, Salsa Stacker and Meli's Hashbrowns. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
High-Protein at Meli Cafe
Meli Cafe in Chicago has 7 high-protein-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Add An Egg, Smoked Ham and Too Many Veggies (Veggie Omelet). Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Keto at Meli Cafe
Meli Cafe in Chicago has 4 keto-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Add An Egg, Jalapeno Slaw and Applewood Smoked Bacon. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Low-Carb at Meli Cafe
Meli Cafe in Chicago has 5 low-carb-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Add An Egg, Corned Beef Hash and Jalapeno Slaw. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Nut-Free at Meli Cafe
Meli Cafe in Chicago has 2 nut-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Add An Egg and Sausage. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegan at Meli Cafe
Meli Cafe in Chicago has 7 vegan-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Meli's Hashbrowns, Jalapeno Slaw and Vegan Pancakes. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
How tags work: Dish-level menu analysis by Chefi's rule-based diet engine with AI assistance; nutrition values are estimated from ingredients unless marked verified. Allergen and certification claims are never inferred.
What to order at Meli Cafe
| Dish | Net carbs | Protein |
|---|---|---|
| Lean & Mean | 27.7 g | 81.9 g |
| Down on the Farm | 83.1 g | 60.4 g |
| Chicken Omelet | 8.2 g | 58.1 g |
| Mana Mou | 43.7 g | 53.6 g |
| Whole Wheat Wrap | 22.4 g | 52.3 g |
| Symphony Crepes | 68.8 g | 52.2 g |
| Farmland | 35.4 g | 46.2 g |
| Chicken Cherry Sausage | 19.5 g | 44.5 g |
| Jalapeno | 65.4 g | 39 g |
| Sunrise in Cyprus | 12.7 g | 36.8 g |
| Rustic Breakfast Sandwich | 43.1 g | 30.8 g |
| Breakfast Tacos | 88 g | 29.8 g |
Nutrition values are estimated from ingredients.
Currently closed
Hours
- Monday - Sunday
- 7:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Menu
Eggs, Biscuits & Omelets
- Eggs Your Way - $13: Two eggs any style, served with Meli's hashbrowns and toast Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Biscuits, Gravy & Eggs - $17: Biscuits, sausage gravy, served with Meli's hashbrowns and two eggs sunny side up! Dietary tags: High-Protein, Anti-Inflammatory Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Steak & Eggs - $27.5: All-natural Angus hormone-free skirt steak, eggs your way, served with Meli's hashbrowns and toast. Dietary tags: Anti-Inflammatory Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Too Many Veggies (Veggie Omelet) - $17.5: Spinach, broccoli, mushrooms, peppers, tomato, onions, feta, served with Meli's hashbrowns and toast. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, High-Fiber Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Spicy Flamenco Omelet - $19.5: Chicken chorizo, jalapeno, onion, tomato, avocado, cilantro, pepper jack cheese, sour cream, served with Meli's hashbrowns and toast. Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Chicken Omelet - $19.5: Chicken, bacon, avocado, onion, tomato, jalapeno, cheddar, served with Meli's hashbrowns and toast. Dietary tags: High-Protein, High-Fiber Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Create Your Own Omelet - $17.5: 1 protein, up to 3 veggies, choice of cheese. Served with Meli's hashbrowns and toast. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Halal, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Sunrise in Cyprus - $19: Grilled Halloumi cheese, 2 sunny side up eggs, grilled pita, village salad Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian Available at: breakfast, brunch
Breakfast Bowls
- Farmland - $17.5: Spinach, mushroom, zucchini, tomato, swiss cheese, two eggs, hashbrowns, toast Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, High-Fiber Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Mana Mou - $23: Grilled hormone-free skirt steak, mushrooms, red onions, peppers, mozzarella, two eggs, hashbrowns, toast Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Down on the Farm - $19.5: Bacon, sausage, ham, onion, peppers, tomato, cheddar cheese, two eggs, hashbrowns, toast Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Jalapeno - $19.5: Chicken chorizo, onion, tomato, jalapeno, cilantro, avocado, pepper jack cheese, two eggs, hashbrowns, toast Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Lamb Shakshuka - $23: Spiced ground lamb simmered in a rich tomato-pepper stew with soft poached eggs, fresh herbs, and warm spices. served with pita. Dietary tags: Anti-Inflammatory Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Shakshuka - $19: Plum tomatoes, onions, peppers, spinach, feta, garlic, 2 poached eggs, pita bread Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Anti-Inflammatory Available at: breakfast, brunch
Benedicts
- The Classic - $17.5: Canadian bacon, hollandaise sauce, poached eggs, english muffin, hashbrowns Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, High-Fiber, TLC Available at: breakfast, brunch
- The Irish - $19.5: Corned beef hash, hollandaise sauce, poached eggs, english muffin, hashbrowns Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Salmon Benedict - $21: Smoked salmon (lox) grilled tomatoes, arugula, Hollandaise sauce, poached eggs, english muffin, hashbrowns Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian Available at: breakfast, brunch
Eye Openers
- Breakfast Tacos - $19: Warm corn tortillas, eggs, chicken chorizo, cilantro, pepper jack, Pico de Gallo, chipotle aioli, Melis Hashbrowns Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Rustic Breakfast Sandwich - $17: Scrambled eggs, savory ham, melted mozzarella, Meli specialty sauce, on a rustic sesame roll served with hashbrowns. Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Breakfast Quesadilla - $19.5: Eggs, grilled chicken, corn, black beans, cilantro, Pepper Jack, topped with Pico de Gallo and sour cream, served with Meli's Hashbrowns Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Pancake Breakfast - $21: Buttermilk pancakes, scrambled eggs, smoked Applewood bacon, and Meli breakfast potatoes Dietary tags: High-Fiber, GERD-Friendly Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Lean & Mean - $19: Low-fat wheat tortilla, egg-whites, mushrooms, spinach, jalapeño, avocado, low-fat mozzarella, and a side of fruit Dietary tags: High-Protein, Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, High-Fiber Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Lox Soft Scramble - $21: Soft scrambled eggs, smoked salmon, mozzarella on tomato sourdough bread Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Chicken & Waffle - $21: House made herbed waffle, fried chicken, maple-bacon marmalade, sunny side up eggs Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Avocado Toast - $20: Tomato sourdough, mozzarella cheese, avocado spread, 2 eggs sunny side up, paired with fruit Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, High-Fiber Available at: breakfast, brunch
French Toast, Waffles & Pancakes
- Traditional Challah French Toast - $15: Tsoureki Greek Challah dipped in buttery vanilla egg custard Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Banana Bread French Toast - $19: House baked banana bread, pecans, caramel Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, TLC Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Plain Waffle - $15: Belgium house made waffle batter Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Fluffy Buttermilk Pancakes - $15: Three house made fluffy buttermilk pancakes Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Maple Butter Pancakes - $17.5: Our house-made batter filled with bananas and pecans, topped with warm maple butter Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Crème Brûlée French Toast - $19: Tsoureki Greek Challah bread, tossed in a rich egg custard and maple sugar, served with Madagascar Vanilla Crème Anglaise and fresh berries Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian Available at: breakfast, brunch
Crepes
- Nutella Crepes - $19.5: Our homemade crepes filled with fresh bananas, coco-hazelnut paste, and chocolate syrup Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Cobbler Crepes - $19.5: Folded crepes topped with fresh berries, bananas, granola, caramelized brown sugar crust, honey Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Fresh Berry Crepes - $19.5: Our homemade crepes topped with fresh berries and raw buckwheat honey Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Cinnamon Apple Crepes - $17.5: Warm granny smith apple compote, rolled into a crepe, topped with cinnamon sugar Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Symphony Crepes - $19.5: Chocolate infused crepes, filled with banana, strawberries, Nutella, topped with pecans, chocolate syrup Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian Available at: breakfast, brunch
Healthy Habits
- Oatmeal - $9.5: Banana, brown sugar Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, GERD-Friendly Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Yogurt & Honey - $11: Organic local raw honey & Greek yogurt Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Fruit Parfait - $13: Strawberries, blueberries, greek yogurt, home made whole grain fruit nut granola Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics, TLC Available at: breakfast, brunch
- House-Made Granola Cereal - $11: House-made oven-baked granola containing whole grains, sun-dried fruit, nuts, banana, and milk Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, High-Fiber, TLC Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Lox & Bagel - $21: Smoked Salmon (Lox), capers, onions, tomatoes, dill cream cheese, sesame bagel Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian Available at: breakfast, brunch, lunch
Vegan & Gluten-Free
- Gluten-Free French Toast - $17.5: Gluten-free bread dipped in a soy-milk-based custard, and topped with fresh blackberries, raspberries, banana, organic agave syrup Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Gluten-Free, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Polenta Gluten-Free Pancakes - $17.5: Gluten-free cornmeal, rice-flower-based pancakes, fresh blueberries, bananas and honey Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Gluten-Free, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, GERD-Friendly, TLC Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Tofu Scrambler - $17.5: Sautéed broccoli, asparagus, zucchini, roasted red peppers, and organic tofu, with or without red sauce. Served with your choice of toast. Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Renal Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Vegan Pancakes - $17.5: Rice flour, soy milk, strawberry, banana, organic agave syrup Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, TLC Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Salsa Stacker - $17.5: Grilled tofu topped with roasted red peppers, grilled onions, spinach, avocado, and tomato salsa served on an English Muffin Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, TLC Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Whole Wheat Wrap - $17.5: Grilled tofu, zucchini, red onions, roasted red peppers, arugula, red wine vinaigrette, whole wheat tortilla, served with detox salad Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based Available at: dinner, lunch
Sides
- Fruit - $7 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: breakfast, brunch, lunch
- Applewood Smoked Bacon - $6.5 Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: breakfast, brunch, dinner, lunch
- Corned Beef Hash - $7 Dietary tags: Low-Carb Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Toast - $4 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory Available at: breakfast, brunch, lunch
- Chicken Cherry Sausage - $6.5 Dietary tags: Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Paleo, AIP, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: breakfast, brunch, dinner, lunch
- Sausage - $6.5 Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, Low-Fodmap, Carnivore, AIP, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free, Soy Free, Sesame Free Available at: breakfast, brunch, dinner, lunch
- Meli's Hashbrowns - $4.5 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Alkaline Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Bagel & Cream Cheese - $4.5 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Smoked Ham - $6.5 Dietary tags: High-Protein, Low-Fat, GERD-Friendly Available at: breakfast, brunch, dinner, lunch
- Three-grain veggie patties - $7 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Add An Egg - $3.5 Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Vegetarian, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Fodmap, Carnivore, TLC, Renal, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free, Soy Free, Sesame Free
- Cheddar Grits - $5.5 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory Available at: breakfast, brunch, dinner, lunch
- Side Pancakes - $10 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Side French Toast - $10 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Jalapeno Slaw - $6 Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Alkaline, Renal, Slow-Carb Available at: dinner, lunch
- Berries - $9 Dietary tags: Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Anti-Inflammatory, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: breakfast, brunch
Frequently Asked Questions about Meli Cafe
- Is Meli Cafe dairy-free-friendly?
- Yes. Meli Cafe has 12 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Add An Egg, Meli's Hashbrowns and Jalapeno Slaw.
- What can I eat at Meli Cafe on a dairy-free diet?
- Add An Egg, Meli's Hashbrowns and Jalapeno Slaw carry the dairy-free tag, out of 12 tagged dishes on the current menu. Every dish's diet tags are listed in the menu.
- Does Meli Cafe have vegan options?
- Yes. 7 dishes are tagged vegan on the current menu, including Meli's Hashbrowns and Jalapeno Slaw.
- Is Meli Cafe gluten-free?
- 7 dishes are tagged gluten-free on the current menu. Chefi never infers allergen tags from a dish name alone, but a tag is not a certification — confirm preparation with the restaurant if you have celiac disease or a severe sensitivity.
- What is the highest-protein dish at Meli Cafe?
- Lean & Mean, at roughly 81.9g of protein (estimated from ingredients).
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