Melisa's Family Diner
An early-riser diner on the east end that opens before most of town is awake. Plan around it: it is a weekday-only spot and shuts down early afternoon.
Hours
Mon 5 AM-2 PM; Tue-Thu 6 AM-2 PM; Fri 6 AM-1 PM; Sat-Sun closed
Address
859 E Main St, Frankfort, KY 40601
Phone
(502) 699-2727
Price
$$
Checked 2026-10-22. Hours change, so confirm before a special trip.
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