Melba's Culinary Canvas

Delightful experience! We were walking through downtown Louisville in search of a great cup of coffee and came across Melbas. Not only did we enjoy multiple cups of coffee, we also imbibed in a delicious meal!! I would definitely recommend this restaurant. Not only for the food and beverages, but the superior customer service. We took great pleasure in chatting with the friendly, knowledgeable owner and his awesome staff. Thank you for making us feel at home!!

I tried Melba’s for lunch. I had pacific cod tacos. The fish was well grilled and the salsa was great. I think the best was the complimentary bread and the hot cheese. The service is pretty fast and good. The place is like a high end restaurant but I was pleasantly surprised with the very reasonable prices. Finally, the bakery items steals the show and are a must try.

This place was the bomb for lunch. My entree was spot-on but I also ordered a cup of the Shrimp and Sausage Gumbo. Wow. It was the best item that I ordered and it was gone all too soon. The bread that my waiter gave my party and I was so good as well. The service was nice and the establishment seemed clean.

An absolute amazing experience. The chef, Charles Reed came out and greeted our party of six and even made special accomodations for seating. All the staff were incredible, very polite and good sense of humor. The food was just......wow. We all travel alot and know great food. You will not be disappointed here. Doc is a legitimate chef, not a line cook. All six of us were thoroughly impressed. Even the coffee was incredible. I can't say enough good things about this place. Please go visit them, don't let this lull business close this place down. It is an absolute gem.

Food was amazing! We ate here for breakfast and lunch while in town for a convention. Chef/owner even came out to deliver food to tables and check on things. Iane is an amazing waitress/hostess! Wonderful place to eat delicious food! Must go to when you are here in town! Oh and biscuits and gravy! Soooo good!!

AMAZING breakfast? Need a quick coffee? Check. Need a pastry? Check. Want to sit down to an amazing plated breakfast (healthy or not)? Check. Need a quick, cheap breakfast sandwich? Check. Can’t say enough good things about the food, ambiance, service, you name it.

I got the tacos I believe it was de pollo, tortillas are authentic and everything taste fresh. They have very nice portions you could share if you wanted. The pastries are very good I had a bear claw. Also met chef Reed who craved the ice sculpture on display when you walk in. Very easy going place

This place was recommended by our hotel staff and so glad we tried it. Everything we ordered was delicious 😋. The staff were amazing and the chef even came out to interact with us. Will be returning!!!