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Mel's Drive-In

1660 N Highland Ave
Los Angeles, CA 90028
(323) 465-3111
melsdrive-in.com
3 star rating based on 30 reviews
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Hours
Su-Th 6:30-3am F-Sa all day  
Status: Open  
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tel: (323) 465-3111

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tel: (323) 465-0211

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Mel's Drive-In

Classic drive-in

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... without the drive-in of course.

In fact, this is the only real problem with this place. Like everywhere else in Los Angeles you have to drive here, but unlike most places they don't really have parking. Sure, there's a parking lot - but the attendants will charge you a random amount and generally be rude and annoying to deal with.
Posted by Ask Bjørn Hansen on January 14, 2009
Mel's Drive-In

Hollywood coffee shop

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Next to the Max Factor make-up museum. The owner's father owned the original Mel's in Santa Rosa. The exterior echoes the building next door. The interior is has high ceilings and is spacious. Classic coffee shop fare combined with malt shop favorites and a surprising array of healthy eating options. Good for kids.
Posted by mvmontgomery on March 31, 2007

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A throwback to the burger joints of the 50s, Mels jukebox never quiets and the milkshakes keep on coming. The Hollywood location is a stones throw from the Kodak Theatre, home of the Oscars, so if you go to the awards show, make sure the limo makes a Mels pit stop after.
Posted by metromix on January 02, 2008

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A sister franchise of the famed Mel's Drive-
In on the Sunset Strip (and on Ventura Blvd), the sit-down joint offers
classic diner fare just down the street from
Ripley's Believe It or Not! Odditorium. Punk-rock
waitresses serve up shakes and malts (don't miss
the black-and-white milkshake). Breakfast offers
steak and eggs, a hearty waffle and the Elvis
scramble (jack cheese with... more
Posted by digitalcity on January 02, 2008

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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.
Posted by Citysearch on April 21, 2009

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Checks are paid up front instead of directly to the server.
Posted by Citysearch on April 21, 2009

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This '50s-inspired diner is the quintessential Hollywood combination of faux reality and nostalgia.

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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... more
Posted by Contributor on April 21, 2009, (Edited March 10, 2005)

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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,... more
Posted by Citysearch on January 02, 2008

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don't go there

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got a few, we caught them under glasses, feel a little icky now!!!!

Pros

+ Slimming

Cons

- Fleas
Posted by notonchris on September 18, 2009

THE ABSOLUTE WORST IN SERVICE AND FOOD

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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... more
Posted by SCHILLIK on April 21, 2009, (Edited December 09, 2008)

Good food and fun atmosphere

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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.
Posted by geojames on April 21, 2009, (Edited November 16, 2008)
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