Coffee and pastries are the draw at Melao! Cuban Cafe in Old Town Greenwood, where diners repeatedly praise the drinks, small pastry selection and welcoming staff. Café con leche is a favorite in the reviews; a cortadito offers another route into the cafe’s Cuban coffee lineup.
Guava and coconut pastelitos give a coffee stop a sweet companion, while empanadas and a Cuban sandwich make a more substantial meal possible. Diners also point to a guava milkshake, describing it as fruit-forward rather than overly sweet — an alternative to the coffee order.
The room is cozy, and diners note that seats can be scarce when the cafe is busy. Friendly service is a recurring theme, with some visitors appreciating the chance to order and chat in Spanish with staff.
Melao! is an inexpensive daytime stop at 211 West Main Street, Greenwood. Hours are 7 a.m. to 3 p.m. Monday through Saturday and 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. Sunday. Takeout is available.