Mel's diner

Bentley, LA · Family restaurant

Rating
4.8/5
★★★★★ 4.8
Reviews
20
Rank in Bentley
#1
of 2 restaurants
City Percentile
100%
rating percentile
Address
Mel's diner, Bentley, LA 71423
Phone
(318) 899-3712
Status
Closed · Opens 10 AM

Mel's diner is a restaurant located in Bentley, LA. It is one of 2 restaurants listed in Bentley. Its 4.8-star rating matches the Bentley city average of 4.8 stars. Based on combined rating and review volume, it currently ranks first among restaurants in Bentley. There are 10 photos associated with this location.

Hours

Saturday10 AM–7 PM

Customer Reviews

★★★★★ 5.0 Joe Summerscales · Feb 2026

I didn’t have any food, but the people were so polite in here, and it’s so cool too. I’ve heard nothing but great things about the food. I go into every gas station in the world it seems and this one really stood out. Worth the stop.

★★★★★ 5.0 Drummer Reuben · Nov 2025

⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 5/5 Mel’s Diner – Bentley, LA Mel’s Diner is an absolute gem in Bentley! We stopped in recently, and the experience was fantastic from start to finish. The place has that perfect small-town diner charm—warm, welcoming, and filled with friendly folks who make you feel right at home the moment you walk in. I ordered the Chubby Checker burger, and WOW… this thing was massive and incredible. Perfectly seasoned, cooked just right, stacked high with fresh toppings, and served on a bun that held everything together like a champ. Easily one of the best—and biggest—burgers I've had anywhere in Louisiana. Their menu is full of classic diner favorites, but what really stands out is the quality and care they put into their food. You can tell everything is made fresh, and the portions are gen

★★★★★ 5.0 Atlas Home Service · Sep 2025

Bigfoot travels all around Louisiana and says if you are ever in Bentley and crave a fantastic burger or just like to look at Elvis memorabilia, then stop here at Mel’s; you will not be disappointed. We got to meet with the owner and you can tell she loves what she does, loves her customers and loves her employees. Thank you!!

★★★★★ 5.0 T W · Jul 2024

A true hidden gem! Inside the gas station towards the back, beautifully decorated with lots of Elvis and other old Hollywood famous star memorabilia. Love the old school diner style. The menu choices are super creative and unique to Elvis! Brought my kids and we enjoyed looking around at everything while waiting for our food. Service was great, staff was kind and friendly at every interaction, food was AMAZING!! Best burger I have had in so long. We're pretty picky too, so I was so happy with our experience. We will definitely be coming back again now that we know about this place! We can't wait to try the malted milkshakes next time!!

★★★★★ 5.0 Joshua Peavy · Oct 2025

A hidden gem in Grant Parish. Great place for Elvis fans! The black and white checkered floors and memorobilia are sure to invoke nostalgia. I've tried all of the burgers, which I highly recommend. The Philly cheese steak is also very good.

Accessibility & Amenities

✓ Wheelchair Accessible Entrance ✓ Wheelchair Accessible Parking Lot ✓ Wheelchair Accessible Restroom ✓ Wheelchair Accessible Seating

Services

Family restaurant

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