Mel's Drive-In

3355 Geary Blvd, San Francisco, California 94118 USA

Reasonable

Open Now

Fri 7a-12a

Independent
Credit Cards
Accepted
Wifi

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This all day, late night diner is a classic bit of Americana, full of shiny stainless steel walls and counters. It's covered in American Graffiti movie posters and outtake photos, since part of the film was shot in this small chain's Lombard St. diner. Good solid comfort food, free parking, with good desserts and ice cream treats. A jukebox control at every table, sucking down your quarters to hear hits from the 1950's.

Reviewed by
Matty E.

August 25, 2024

Service was exceptionally friendly, even for 10pm at night (they're open until 11, which makes it one of the few places in SF to get table service after 9pm on a weekday). The diner has a... Read more

Reviewed by
Luis S.

August 21, 2024

What can I say? Mel's Diner is an old standby for late nights in San Francisco. We should all be familiar with Mel's by now--an old-timey diner with an extensive menu of breakfast options and... Read more

Reviewed by
Tiffany T.

August 18, 2024

Old school vibey diner. Open until midnight, I ordered the Smashburger and my friend ordered The Famous Melburger. We got an oreo milkshake to share together. It's what you'd expect from a diner... Read more

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