Any place that can be open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week for my dining pleasure gets a good vote to begin with. Mel's is a staple in the Annex for late morning brunch and very early morning snacks after a night out.
Located on Bloor and Brunswick, for about $10 you can get a decently large breakfast of the usual eggs and fixings, or my favourite, their Montreal smoked meat. Now, I've been to Montreal a few times and never miss the opportunity for their local smoked meat, ever famous, deli sandwich. I'm happy to say that the sandwich at Mel's is equally satisfying! (Not to mention, it is the one place in the city that actually sells authentic Montreal smoked meat!)
In the summer time, Mel's has a large outdoor patio that is great for coffee and people watching. The service is usually on the slow side but I know they've been short-staffed there and incredibly busy for as long as I can remember. For that, the local Mel's clients bare it with a smile and sit back and enjoy the atmosphere and comforting grub!