Welcome to Mel's Fish Shack
At Mel's Fish Shack, we celebrate the essence of traditional fish and chips with a modern twist. Located in the vibrant heart of Los Angeles, our mission is to serve ocean-fresh flavors at reasonable prices. Each dish is crafted with care, from our generous portions of crispy, perfectly battered fish to the delectable shrimp and oysters. Guests rave about our unique Cajun battered hot dog and the satisfying sides, like creamy coleslaw and crunchy onion rings. With a welcoming atmosphere and friendly service, Mel's Fish Shack is where passion for seafood meets community, creating a memorable dining experience every time.
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4524 W Jefferson Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90016 Hotline: (323) 732-6357
Welcome to Mel's Fish Shack, a hidden gem in the heart of Los Angeles, located at 4524 W Jefferson Blvd. This charming eatery specializes in classic fish and chips, accompanied by an array of mouth-watering sides and combos that will surely satisfy seafood enthusiasts and casual diners alike.
Mel's is not just about the deliciously battered fish; it’s an experience that brings together a vibrant atmosphere and a commitment to quality. The limited outdoor seating creates a cozy environment where you can enjoy your meal al fresco, though many prefer the efficient takeaway option, allowing you to enjoy your feast anywhere you like.
Highlights of the Menu
- Fish & Chips: A fan favorite, praised for its generous portions and freshness. Expect crispy, flavorful fish that many customers rave about, noting that the batter is just the right thickness.
- Combo Meals: For those wanting to indulge, the Fish & Shrimp Combo and Fish & Oyster Combo are delightful ways to sample multiple dishes at once.
- Unique Additions: Don't miss the Cajun battered hotdog—the spicy snap of the dog combined with a side of chips makes for a surprisingly delightful pairing!
- Sides: From creamy potato salad to crispy hush puppies, the sides are a perfect complement to the main dishes.
Customers rave about the flavors and freshness of the food. Robert K. noted the “bigger portions than you would think,” while Melyn K. highlighted how everything was “freshly fried and crispy”—even late in the evening. Each dish is crafted with care, enticing many to return time and again.
What’s more, the feedback from patrons like Alana R. and Lynn S. confirms that the quality stays consistent. Whether you’re diving into a delicious serving of fish and chips or savoring the perfectly cooked oysters, each bite is a testament to the restaurant’s dedication to flavor and satisfaction.
With a focus on friendly service and a straightforward menu, Mel's Fish Shack stands out in the competitive landscape of seafood dining in LA. So next time you're in the area and craving something delightful and hearty, be sure to pay a visit to this local favorite—you’ll be glad you did!
Bigger portions than you would think. Fresh and great food. I will eat here again. Limited outdoor seating but that's ok.
I have been eyeing this place on Yelp and convinced my Gf to try it with me since she doesn't like fish as much as I do but was willing to give it a try. We came a little late around 7 PM and we were worried our food would be lower quality close to closing but safe to say it wasn't! Everything was freshly fried and crispy. We got 2 piece fish n chips, cajun battered hotdog w/ chips, side of chicken tenders, and a sampler pack w/ onion rings jalapeno poppers and mozzarella sticks. They gave us 2 ranches and 2 coleslaws and 1 tartar sauces to go with it (although I paid for an extra tartar) They brought it outside to us when it was done. I did not know they gave us a whole cardboard tray with paper over it instead of to-go boxes so be prepared to have hands to carry it. We have seen no pictures on here or anyone describing the cajun battered hot dog and I will say it is really delicious! It is one big thick spicy hot dog with a nice snap. I recommend giving it a try since it's one of the cheapest items on the menu. I will say that the fish, fries, and tenders have little seasoning(or maybe It's all in the batter) and but it's still really yummy without it.Feel free to put ur own seasonings when you get home!
Ordered the Fish & Chips and they were delicious. Big pieces of fish. The cole slaw was also delicious. Defiantly going back.
We ordered Fish and Chips as we'd heard great things on Facebook about them. Easy to order over the phone. Staff is pleasant. Order was generous and we were able to share. The batter on the fish is a bit thick but very tasty. Love the chips.
The food was great. The service was fast and friendly. I got my food Togo, they put it all together in a box that is easy to carry and transport in the car. Look forward to eating here again.
100% improvement! The past two times I've gotten food have been fantastic. Much better than I experienced the time that made me write a critical review. The fish was great and the batter wasn't slipping off. The Cole slaw has more dressing on it and it was great! I think I want to go back and order some more of just that. And we got everything we ordered. I'm very happy to update my critical review and give them 5 stars. Thanks folks!
It's been awhile since I've been there it hasn't changed the inside just enough room to order they had 2 tables out there with condiments. I ordered the Oyster and chips they were utterly delicious the oysters were huge of course the breading helped the chips or fries were cooked to perfection nice tan color and had a snap to them plus the coleslaw was separate not like Cape Cod where they put the coleslaw under the fries granted they are separated by the lining. Mel's is very good I'd be back.
I've been here several times, today called for a good review. While this is a type of place you really take out/home, today the outside tables and chairs were squeaky clean. I'm a fish taco person, and I'm picky, but not really hard to please, just hard to really impress Today the fish tacos were particularly on point. Polite service from the start, called and ordered to go. I ordered 8. The price, the price, the price, is right, and you get better tacos than anywhere around here, I'm really hoping for no price raise in the near future. The fish was perfectly fried, perfect size pieces, perfect flavor. The shells were perfect. The coleslaw, perfect, I mean it was freakin' perfect. Their taco sauce they make (i assume they make)/put on the tacos is super yummy, highly rec, way better the usual tangy crap on fish tacos. I asked for tartar cause I'm weird, today the tartar was either better than usual or I'm imagining it, but it was probably the best tartar I've ever had. I topped with lemon and hot sauce, it was really, really, really freaking good. It always is good, but today they were cooking up some magic. Ate too fast for pic. When I order fish and chips here, it's always good with huge portions and always satisfies. Sometimes you can sense a weird tension inside when you're paying and picking up, but not today, smooth and overall a lovely experience from the girls there.
Adorable Santa Rosa fish and chips shop on the west side of town. Great food! I had the fish and chips ...they were fantastic! Crispy and flavorful. I'm not even a fish and chips guy. The fried clams and prawns are great. I didn't try the Cajun dog but it looked great! Solid service in this local mom and pop. Boylans soda. Limited seating . Take it to go or eat in your car!
I like this place. Anytime I'm in Santa Rosa around a meal time I try to get the Mel's. Nice people working there and the food is delicious. I have always found the fish fresh with a thin batter cooked perfectly. I had a combo with 1 fish, 2 prawns and 2 scallops with fries. My son had 2 fish tacos. The fish was right out of the fryer. The prawns were juicy and plump. Scallops are larger scallops, not the bay scallops. I didn't get a pic of the tacos but he said they were really good. If you are traveling north or south on US 101Mel's is a couple blocks off freeway.