(323) 465-3111
1650 N Highland Ave
(Hollywood Boulevard)
Los Angeles,
CA
90028
34.1007
-118.3386
Neighborhoods: Central LA, Hollywood
Mel's Drive-In
Last updated 7.21.09
What People Are Saying About Mel's Drive-In
The Editor
Contributor
Citysearch
In Short – Made famous by "American Graffiti," the original Mel's in San Francisco and was demolished shortly after filming. This local franchise's decor holds enough retro chic for even a die-hard Gen-Xer, with blow-up movie stills papering the walls and tabletop jukeboxes pulsing 1950s tunes. Mel's serves classic diner eats like the Famous Melburger, chili fries and creamy milk shakes. Club kids, shoppers, couples on dates, and families flock here for a quick and casual meal.
09/19/09
don't go there
by notonchris at Citysearch
got a few, we caught them under glasses, feel a little icky now!!!!
- Pros: Slimming
- Cons: Fleas
12/10/08
THE ABSOLUTE WORST IN SERVICE AND FOOD
by SCHILLIK at Citysearch
I was just in the Mel's in Ontario, CA, and it is just as bad as the one in Los Angeles. Apparently, they are franchises, so there is no corporate structure as to their continuity of food preparation. The fries are horrible, and their rendition of a grilled cheese (easy enough to make, wouldn't you say?) is to toast two pieces of bread, then stick cold cheese slices in between. I had to send it back 3 times because the cooks barely speak enough english to understand their job. The manager was too stupid to know how to do proper damage control, and charged me for bad food (which I hardly touched!) anyway, and showed absolutely no concern whatsoever when I told her that not only would I never be back, but I would tell everyone I know not to go there. My next stop.....the Department of Health Services! (Food was served at a less than optimal temperature....it wasn't even lukewarm!)
- Pros: Ambience only
- Cons: Stupid management, absolutely the worst food, bad customer service.
11/17/08
Good food and fun atmosphere
by geojames at Citysearch
I've been to Mel's many times. The food has always been good -- I especially like their breakfasts and cheeseburgers. The staff have always been friendly and the service is usually prompt. The prices are reasonable, and it's a fun atmosphere. In addition to adjacent parking, it's next to the Hollywood/Highland Metro Red Line stop.
The Details on Mel's Drive-In
Parking:
There are limited street spots, but parking is available in the large adjacent lot; it costs $2.50 for one hour, even with restaurant validation.
Know Before You Go:
Checks are paid up front instead of directly to the server.
Category:
Breakfast, Diners, Restaurants
Payment Methods:
Visa, MasterCard
Restaurant Special Features:
Family-Friendly Dining, Late Night Dining, Lunch Spot, Cheap Eats
General Info:
Open 7 Days, Open 24 Hours
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