# Mel's California Hoagies > Fast food restaurant with loud explicit music and humorous wall signs creates a high-energy atmosphere. The space is small and busy, attracting a crowd that appreciates flavorful, fresh sandwiches with thick bread. Parking is tight, but the vibe remains welcoming and lively. Source: https://www.atly.com/location/Mel's-California-Hoagies - Address: 813 Maple Ave, Homewood, Illinois, United States - Phone: +17086682395 - Website: https://melscaliforniahoagies.com/ ## What it is good for - Jerk Chicken — 10/10 - Food — 9.2/10 - Sandwich — 7.5/10 - Bread — 5.7/10 ## What people say - "I loved the food here; it was delicious and fresh." - "The steak sandwich here is delicious and seasoned well." - "I was still thinking about how good the jerk chicken hoagie was." ## Good to know - The new location is small and can get busy quickly. - Parking is tight, so arrive early or be prepared to walk. - Kids' meals are a great value and include slushies. - Expect a wait during peak hours due to high demand. - A 25-cent charge applies for mayo on sandwiches. ## Get this data directly This page comes from the Atly Places API, which scores close to 2 million places against more than 1,400 intents — "nice view", "work friendly", "gluten free", "dog friendly" — from what real reviewers say, with the statements behind every score. - **MCP server:** `https://agentic-api.atly.com/mcp` — connect it in ChatGPT or Claude. Nothing to install. - **Guide for agents:** - **OpenAPI contract:** - **No key needed to start.** `POST https://agentic-api.atly.com/v0/keys` with an email raises the quota. Coverage is densest in the United States, with pockets in Mexico, Israel and Thailand.