Melt Bar and Grilled

Melt Bar and Grilled Melt Bar & Grilled was born from Cleveland musician and chef Matt Fish’s love of two things: great craft beer and the humble grilled cheese sandwich.
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Where most people saw a quick meal comprised of two common kitchen staples, Matt envisioned the potential for so much more… “comfort food, all dressed up,” as he put it. The impetus for Melt’s selection of gourmet grilled cheese was to bring classic American dishes to the table in an unpretentious, truly unique and fun way. With a skeleton crew of twelve other people who shared his vision, Matt op

ened Melt Bar & Grilled in Lakewood, Ohio in September, 2006. Not knowing what to expect, that first crew watched Melt quickly transform from a tiny punk rock beer bar to the biggest culinary buzz to hit greater Cleveland in decades. The proof of concept was undeniable. People “got it,” and the rest, as they say was history. At Melt, the food is big, but the experience is larger than life. Come take a seat today and discover what the buzz is all about! Read more at http://meltbarandgrilled.com

is launching on Monday June 15th. Check it out!
06/09/2026

is launching on Monday June 15th. Check it out!

Hey friends!! Cat is outta the bag— Matt Fish is opening in Ohio City in June! A little birdie told us some Melt fan fa...
05/02/2026

Hey friends!! Cat is outta the bag— Matt Fish is opening in Ohio City in June! A little birdie told us some Melt fan favorites may “pop up” in the near future…So head on over and follow us on FB and Instagram for updates and exclusives!!!

Guy Fieri has spoken! We made the list! We REALLY could have used some Melt Bar and Grilled goodness this winter in Cl...
02/25/2026

Guy Fieri has spoken! We made the list! We REALLY could have used some Melt Bar and Grilled goodness this winter in Cleveland! Stay Tuned...

One bite proves why these stacked sandwiches get a thumbs-up from the Mayor of Flavortown.

Hello Friends. One year ago today we announced the closing of Melt Bar and Grilled. We miss you all very much. Being ...
01/01/2026

Hello Friends. One year ago today we announced the closing of Melt Bar and Grilled. We miss you all very much. Being a small part of the Cleveland culinary landscape for 18 years was truly amazing.
Not sure when or how... but we do plan to return at some point in the (near) future. Want to see it happen or help? Send us a message... would love to hear from you.
Thank you everyone for the continued support!
Wishing you all a great 2026.

Food Network Guy's Grocery Games Premier TONIGHT at 9pm EST. Thank you cleveland.com for the continued support!
04/23/2025

Food Network Guy's Grocery Games Premier TONIGHT at 9pm EST. Thank you cleveland.com for the continued support!

🔗: https://l.cleveland.com/fq6for

"On Guy’s Grocery Games," chefs get a cooking challenge, shop for ingredients, then race the clock to cook it all in just 30 minutes. Catch former Melt Bar & Grilled owner Matt Fish taking it on Wednesday night on Food Network.

Photo: Courtesy Food Network | Marc Bona, cleveland.com

Hey Friends! Reminder owner/chef and all around nice guy Matt Fish will be on Food Network Guy's Grocery Games TONIGHT ...
04/23/2025

Hey Friends! Reminder owner/chef and all around nice guy Matt Fish will be on Food Network Guy's Grocery Games TONIGHT Wednesday April 23rd at 9pm EST. Check it out!
Viva Melt Bar and Grilled!

Hey Friends! We miss seeing you. Full update coming soon... Until then check out owner Matt Fish on Food Network Guys Gr...
04/18/2025

Hey Friends! We miss seeing you. Full update coming soon...
Until then check out owner Matt Fish on Food Network Guys Grocery Games Wed April 23rd 9pm EST. Melt Bar and Grilled is BACK (in your living room) for this premier episode!
Thank you everyone! We miss seeing all your beautiful faces!

Address

3921 Medina Road
Akron, OH
44333

Opening Hours

Monday 11am - 10pm
Tuesday 11am - 10pm
Wednesday 11am - 10pm
Thursday 11am - 10pm
Friday 11am - 10pm
Saturday 10am - 10pm
Sunday 10am - 9pm

Telephone

+13309830015

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