Mellow Yellow Restaurant

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Been to Mellow Yellow back in the day...

Been to Mellow Yellow back in the day...
It's NOT the same place. I ordered eggs and sausage. Sausage was decent, but something was off with the eggs! I ordered veggie omelette... The Veggies were undercooked and I sensed the omelette had a "microwave" texture to it.

I studied under a chef and learned how to make omelettes, you can tell the difference between one that is truly cooked in a skillet vs one that's been nuked in the microwave.

Anyway... like an hour later, I got sick on my stomach!!!!

Something is definitely OFF about the place now. I feel like either it's the COOKS or the MANAGEMENT, but the food has lost that personalized touch, lacks seasoning and feels "thrown together."

The only reason I am giving TWO STARS is because the WAITSTAFF was cordial, kind and accommodating.

But, I am afraid, sadly... I won't be back.
And, that's unfortunate, because Mellow Yellow was a Hyde Park staple and a place you could count on for excellent, high-quality food.

Last time here was probably on the early 80s. Not...

Last time here was probably on the early 80s. Not at all what I remembered. All 5 easy meals were terrible. Nothing tasted as it should. Even saw other patrons sending food back. I don't know who the chefs, I mean cooks, are, but it they need to either taste the food themselves or if they do, and they think it taste good, need to be replaced. Service staff was very good though. Very over priced for what we got and couldn't eat.

Sad how far from the graces of GOODness ths place ...

Sad how far from the graces of GOODness ths place has fallen. Up until a couple years ago they were go to in Hyde Park that actually rivaled Valois. Management sucks now and is barely there. The service is forced especially if the waitresses think you won t tip. This air of arrogance people have as if customers don t pay salaries. menu changed but Food quality, from taste to presentation, insanely disappointing. Time for some new ambiance on 53rd. Taking up good real estate being wack.

Never was a fan. Decided to give them a try after ...

Never was a fan. Decided to give them a try after a long hiatus and it was still as disappointing. Along with the fact the have lost their liquor license but haven't change their marketing or menu.

An oldie but goodie. Service is so-so...don't expe...

An oldie but goodie. Service is so-so...don't expect grade A service. BUT, I ate the best pancakes and hash browns ever. I have never had hash browns so perfect! My husband had an incredible omelette. The food here is surprisingly DELICIOUS!! Don't pass this one up.

A very pleasant experience. I enjoy that there isn...

A very pleasant experience. I enjoy that there isn't a crowd. The wait staff and the owner are always attentive to your needs. The Pelletier is a great deal, you get more for less. I got my order with a side of French toast and I got coffee. Everything was good and worth it. I was sat by the window. So you see a lot of the local business owners on the go. Definitely recommend this local restaurant. A staple in Hyde park chicago.

Terrible service terrible, the drink menu is falli...

Terrible service terrible, the drink menu is falling apart, the restaurant was good now its terrible. Please read bad reviews they are honest I don't know what happened to this place I suggest going to the Nile that food and service is great.

The food was decent enough but the service was a l...

The food was decent enough but the service was a little bit off this time. It wasn't terrible but it wasn't the best either. Ive been here before and hate to give this place a lackluster rating but i must be honest. There it is.

This is a very nice and chill place. The lighting ...

This is a very nice and chill place. The lighting is lower tham many places but it makes a great atmosphere to relax with friends. The space is also much bigger than expected when you first walk in. The food is great! It's pretty much a cafe and they serve breakfast all day.

The staff is under trained and not qualified, spec...

The staff is under trained and not qualified, specifically the waitress. The first time in my life I had a fried chicken leg and thigh that was dry as a breast. I probably wouldn't even come back here after a long night of drinking. They have fell off, just go ahead and close

Got an order through door dash. Chopped steak skil...

Got an order through door dash. Chopped steak skillet was great, eggs Benedict had barely any hollandaise sauce, the eggs had shells in them and the potatoes were so overcooked I gave them to my dog. I selected pancakes as a side option for both items, but although I got syrup but no butter. I have a broken leg right now and no butter in the house so the dog is getting the pancakes too. Dog is thrilled. I'm still hungry.

Since its opening in 1978, I have enjoyed it, part...

Since its opening in 1978, I have enjoyed it, particularly that bacon burger or grilled chicken sandwich. Don't get started with the bread pudding!!! The clientel has changed dradtically though.

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I along w/ my sister and daughter went here on Sun...

I along w/ my sister and daughter went here on Sunday July 8,2018. Walking in the greeting was pleasant and my waiter DELL was A1..Top Notch! But the food was HORRIBLE ! First I ordered the M.Y Sampler that consist of buffalo wings, chicken strips that were fried to hardly no meat left to eat , onion rings, mozzarella sticks and buffalo shrimp which by the way were popcorn shrimp which wasn't mentioned and should've so I called my waiter & asked what makes these buffalo? His reply was well there not because they should've been tossed in a sauce so I hand him the plate. Before he walks off he apologizes and literally brings it right back so im looking at the plate in TOTAL DISGUST because instead of them being tossed the chef saw it fitting to pour whatever hot sauce/buffalo sauce directly on top of the popcorn shrimp that was again literally swimming in it all over my plate just about. I called my waiter back and was like SERIOUSLY!! Y'ALL EXPECT ME TO EAT THIS MESS?!!!! I was MORTIFIED AND RIDDLED W/ANGER Talking about a dissatisfied & disgruntled guest! All while im fussing I'm looking at my sister's plate like what's wrong? Why aren't you eating your food? She ordered chicken & a waffle. The chicken she said was ok but the waffle was to cold to eat not to mention the butter they gave her wouldn't even melt on top. I just shook my head in utter disbelief. Now I cant tell everyone where to go and what to eat but umm Mellow Yellow will NEVER in my lifetime ever see me in there establishment AGAIN. Plus to add injury to insult the manager(mexican lady..dont recall name) acted as if the food was cooked appropriately trying to explain about how it was. I was like STOP! Look here im well aware of how the food on my plate is "SUPPOSE" to be prepared especially seeing as tho I'm licensed & certified in foodservice management State & City of Chicago. Just terrible! I guess 1star would be sufficient.. the mozzerella sticks were alright. I actually liked Mellow Yellow before Sunday, To each its own but PLEASE be aware of this place!!!!

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Haven't been here in awhile. Prices seem a bit hig...

Haven't been here in awhile. Prices seem a bit high for n.y. strip steak when you can get it for about half price @ Valois. Granted the decor is better and the quality of the meat is probably better (haven't tried it yet here) but not double the price. They do have a bfast special but couldn't partake as it's not offered on weekends and holidays. Side order of sausage is $5.00?!?

My wife and i were at the silver room for a vendor...

My wife and i were at the silver room for a vendor event and decided to get something to eat, fortunately mellow yellow was just right next door. We didnt wait long for our order tho and the staff was nice but the fries tasted preheated and was a bit stale but the fish was good. Im giving a 4 star coz the staff was nice. A 3 star would do.

Yall can do better.

Been a Hyde Park resident for years. And I'm absol...

Been a Hyde Park resident for years. And I'm absolutely disgusted with poor service, horrible cooks and high prices. $9.50 for a scramble egg and wheat toast is absurd. Valois is a much better choice.

Terrible waitress. It was our first visit and will...

Terrible waitress. It was our first visit and will be our only visit. Waited about 5mins or so to be greeted then another 27 minutes just to get our drinks. Altogether about an hour from being seated to get our food. We weren't given any silverware. She never apologized or updated us on what was going on and was visibly annoyed when I called her over. NEVER eat here.

My husband and I ate here last Thursday. Service w...

My husband and I ate here last Thursday. Service was great. My husbands chili four ways was terrible. Watery (like they didn't drain water from pasta) no flavor to meal at all. I had mashed potatoes an gravy ( not bad but not good, just OK) and a steak that was tough an absolutely no flavor. I don't think they even put salt or pepper on it. It came with French Onion soup that tasted like beef bouillon,water an onions in a bowl.

I had eaten here about a year ago and they were ve...

I had eaten here about a year ago and they were very nice. I was by myself and the wait staff, service, timelyness and portions were great but, a couple of days ago when I went there, again alone, they sat me in sort of a corner, took my order quickly, brought the food quickly (not fully correct but fast) the portions were tiny with one sprinkle of cheese on top of my scrambled eggs with a muffin and bacon ($9.99). The eggs were not scrambled. They were flat, folded over with two specks of cheese on top, my 2 tiny slices of bacon were just that. Tiny. And the waitress brought me wheat toast instead of the blueberry muffin I had ordered. She corrected that error after I mentioned that my muffin was missing. She then disappeared and I have not seen her again to this day No bill ever materialized to my table so, after waiting 30 mins, I went to the register to say, "She just disappeared. Is my order on the house?" Of course it wasn't. The guy at the register apologized and I paid, tipped $1 and left. Sorry, not sure if I want to go back again. I know that Mellow Yellow is a Hyde Park icon but they were a bit off during my last visit.

Servers are dedicated and kind. The food can leave...

Servers are dedicated and kind. The food can leave a bit to be desired. Some things clearly taste frozen and reheated. With that said, everything is priced accordingly and the bar never disappoints.

The waitress got a nasty attitude because I was co...

The waitress got a nasty attitude because I was confused about the menu. I decided not to order anything because I d rather eat later vs. deal with a rude waitress. My boyfriend said his food was great. Great food but terrible customer service.

Mellow Yellow Restaurant

Mellow Yellow Restaurant

3.3