Melly Mel's

A hard place to find, but well worth the trek. This is my favorite eatery in all of Madison-dom. The owner makes her own freaking caramel for her incredible caramel cake. My husband says "It tastes like Christmas." Carmelle and her family are incredibly friendly and always happy to see new people. Incredible food for the price. We always over tip a lot because we feel so badly that we pay so little for such an amazing meal. The southern style food is perfect. I haven't tried the lasagna yet, but Mama knows how to cook so I know it'll be good! "Where your Mama at!?"

I don't say this lightly: I just had the best fried chicken, ever. Followed closely by great rib tips, amazing baked beans (with chunks of ground beef), lustrous potato salad, and other [insert positive adjective] sides (FYI, two sides and a drink are included with most menu options). Melly Mell's is hard to find (Google Navigation got us close enough). Once you arrive you'll notice the entrance is suspect. Go inside. You are here for the food, not a pretty door and facade. Also, if you are looking for a good deal this place is easy on the pocketbook.