Melrose Cafe Menu

Welcome to Melrose Cafe, your go-to destination for a delectable blend of salads, desserts, and burgers in the heart of Los Angeles. Located at 1308 N Edgemont St, this casual yet classy eatery offers a vibrant atmosphere that is perfect for families, groups, and even your four-legged friends with its dog-friendly outdoor seating.

Melrose Cafe prides itself on an extensive menu that caters to all tastes. Be sure to try their famous Chicken Noodle Soup, a heart-warming dish that promises to lift your spirits. For a fresh take, the Grilled Salmon Salad is a must—juicy salmon paired with crisp greens and tangy vinaigrette. And if you’re in the mood for classic comfort, don’t miss their loaded burgers that leave patrons raving.

  • Reservations & Delivery Available
  • Al Fresco Dining with Heated Outdoor Options
  • Wi-Fi Access for a Better Dining Experience

With options for takeout and catering, Melrose Cafe is both convenient and satisfying. Indulge in their inviting atmosphere and delightful flavors today!

Soups and Combos

Pasta and Salad

Popular. Lunch portion of your favorite pasta dish and small Caesar or green salad.

$11.00

Chicken Noodle Soup

Famous melrose soup. Homemade chicken soup that will lift your spirit.

$6.00

Minestrone Soup

Homemade robust blend of fresh vegetables, so tasty.

$5.00

Chicken and Salad

Lunch portion of your favorite chicken dish served with veggies, mashed potatoes, and small Caesar or green salad.

$12.00

Soup and Salad

Bowl of homemade chicken or minestrone soup and small Caesar or green salad.

$8.00

Green Salad

Popular. fresh iceberg and romaine lettuces with a blend of fresh-cut cucumber, tomato, carrots, bell pepper, and pepperoncini. Served with Italian vinaigrette.

$8.00

Grilled Salmon

Fresh baby spinach, tomatoes, Persian cucumbers, bell peppers, red onion, imported goat cheese, and grilled salmon filet, served with balsamic vinaigrette.

$12.00

Caesar Salad

Fresh romaine hearts, herb croutons, tomatoes, and Parmesan cheese. Served with homemade Caesar dressing.

$8.00

Crab Cake Salad

Delicious blue crab cakes topped with fresh mango salsa and baby greens.

$12.00

Melrose Steak Salad

Petit New York steak grilled to perfection and served on top of romaine hearts, avocado, blue cheese, red onion, cilantro, and tomato. Served with choice of house Caesar dressing or ginger dressing.

$12.00

Citrus Shrimp Salad

Grilled jumbo shrimp served on top of fresh romaine lettuce, diced cucumbers, diced tomato, fresh orange wedges, feta cheese, and lemon vinaigrette.

$12.00

Apple Chicken Salad

Baby greens, sweet Fiji apples, celery, toasted almonds, capers, blue cheese, raisins, and grilled chicken breast. Served with Italian dressing.

$11.00

Gourmet Greens

Gourmet Pasta

Chicken Fettuccine

Popular. sauteed chicken breast, green onions, and fresh tomatoes in chardonnay cream Parmesan sauce served over fettuccine pasta.

$12.00

Spaghetti Meatballs

Homemade meatballs tossed with garlic, tomato, and basil sauce, Parmesan cheese, served with spaghetti pasta.

$10.00

Creamy Chicken Pest

Fantastic herby flavor. Pasta made with sauted chicken breast, spinach, and veggies in a creamy pesto sauce with penne pasta.

$12.00

Jambalaya

Bold and mild spicy pasta! Prepared with sauteed chicken breast, sausage, shrimp, mushrooms, green onions, and fresh basil, perfectly seasoned with Cajun spices in a tomato Parmesan sauce. Served over spaghetti pasta.

$14.00

Fettuccine Milano

Sweet dungeness crab meat, jumbo shrimp, spinach, and roasted garlic cream sauce served with fettuccine pasta.

$13.00

Ortelano's Pasta

Sauteed zucchini, broccoli florets, carrots, mushroom, and spinach served over rigatoni pasta prepared according to your choice: with tomato sauce or simple garlic and extra virgin olive oil.

$9.00

Melrose Pasta

A masterful combination of sauteed chicken breast, apple bacon, mushroom, garlic, and Alfredo sauce served over rigatoni pasta.

$12.00

Chicken Milanese

Popular. Pan-fried breaded double chicken breast topped with sauvignon-mushroom sauce.

$13.00

Chicken Parmigiana

Pan-fried breaded chicken breast topped with hearty marinara sauce and melted smoked mozzarella.

$13.00

Chicken Piccata

Sauteed chicken breast, shallots, capers, and Italian parsley in a lemon butter and chardonnay sauce.

$13.00

Prime New York Steak

10 oz. of black Angus New York steak grilled to perfection served with your choice of rosemary butter or wild mushroom sauce.

$18.00

Rosemary Chicken

Marinated chicken breast in garlic and rosemary herb, grilled to perfection.

$12.00

Prime Dishes

Paninis and Burgers

The Burger

1/2 lb, of grilled Angus beef, grilled onion, tomato slices, shredded lettuce, sweet pickled relish, mayonnaise, and aged cheddar cheese on a brioche bun.

$12.00

Chicken Panini

Grilled chicken breast, tomato slices, baby greens, provolone cheese, and chipotle mayonnaise served on fresh-baked focaccia bread.

$11.00

Royal Chicken Burger

Grilled chicken filet, crispy apple bacon, aged cheddar cheese, tomato slices, shredded lettuce, avocado, grilled onion, and chipotle mayonnaise. Served on brioche bread.

$12.00

Avo Panini

Delicious avocado slices, tomato, red onions baby greens, and drizzled with balsamic dressing. Served on fresh baked focaccia.

$8.00

Crab Burger

Crispy crab meat cake topped with tartar sauce, tomato slices, onion slices, shredded lettuce, and fresh avocado. Served on brioche bread.

$12.00

Roasted Turkey Panini

Sliced of roasted Turkey breast, tomato slices, provolone cheese, lettuce, and pesto. Served on fresh-baked focaccia bread.

$11.00

Steak Panini

Tender slices of New York steak, sauted mushrooms, grilled onions, smoked mozzarella, and rosemary garlic aioli. Served on focaccia bread.

$12.00

Side of Grilled Chicken

Popular.

$4.95

Side of Grilled Tuna

Saltwater fish.

$8.95

Side of Jumbo Shrimp

Shell fish.

$8.95

Side of Grilled Steak

Beef steak.

$8.95

Sauteed Veggies

Cooked in oil or fat over heat.

$3.95

Side Pasta

$6.95

Side Orders

Drinks

500 ml. Pellegrino Water

$3.95

Bottled Water

$1.50

Can Soda

Coca-cola, diet coke, sprite, sunkist orange soda, or root beer.

$1.50

Chocolate Mousse

Dense and airy dessert.

$5.95

Carrot Cake

Sweet and moist spice cake.

$5.95

Cheesecake

Rich creamy cake.

$5.95

Desserts