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Hot on the heels of its grand opening two months ago, Melodee’s Diner in East Ridge is bringing food and fun to families across Chattanooga. Owner and founder Melody Clark said it’s always been a dream of hers to start a place that’s different from anything in the area; just step one foot inside the door, and you’ll see she’s on her way. “Every dish on the menu is named after one of my children, grandchildren, close family or friends,” she said, adding how her love of family is behind her new venture. “Nothing is processed, and all of our ingredients are top-notch,” she said. “It’s just the best quality of food that you can get.” The menu is a feast for the eyes with wonderfully unique finds such as the Sweet and Salty Burger. It’s a freshly made beef patty served on a Belgian waffle with a bourbon cream cheese spread, Swiss cheese, brown-sugar-fried bacon and a fried egg, served with choice of house chips or fries. “That’s one of our signature sandwiches and probably the one I’m most proud of,” Clark said. “You won’t find anything like it anywhere else.” Daily specials feature everything guests love from a great Southern diner, including meats and veggies along with barbecue that’s smoked just for the establishment.  “If people can leave here and tell me what they had was like what their grandma used to cook when they were little, then that makes me happy and I know I’ve done my job well,” she said. Melodee’s hosts karaoke and live entertainment on Fridays from 7 to 10 p.m. Happy hour is from 5 to 7 p.m. daily.