801 MISSION ST · SAN FRANCISCO
Diner in San Francisco, California
801 Mission St, San Francisco, CA 94103, USA · (415) 227-0793
Of the diners in San Francisco on the registry, Pinecrest Diner ranks first. Mel's Drive-In is sixth of 10.
Mel's Drive-In, located at 801 Mission St in San Francisco, is a diner that evokes a sense of nostalgia with its classic vibe. 1 from over 5,500 reviews, it offers a familiar atmosphere where patrons can enjoy traditional diner fare.
While some diners appreciate the attentive service and cozy setting, others express disappointment with the food quality and pricing, noting that it can be on the expensive side for what is served. Despite mixed reviews, Mel's remains a recognizable spot for those seeking a casual meal in the city.
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Retro atmosphere. Chicken salad sandwich with fries. Diner coffee. That is the pattern across 25 reviews.
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Mel's Drive-In is known for classic diner fare, including breakfast items, although reviews suggest that the quality can be inconsistent.
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Mel's Drive-In is located at 801 Mission St, San Francisco, CA 94103, USA.
Pinecrest Diner leads the San Francisco Diner leaderboard with an AI Score of 73, followed by Lori's Diner (66), 16th Street Diner (35) and Jasmin's (34). Mel's Drive-In sits 6th…
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* Mel's Drive-In (Multiple Locations, Original on Lombard): While it's a chain now, Mel's has been a San Francisco institution since the 1940s.
Mel's Drive-In is open Monday through Wednesday from 7:00 AM to 11:00 PM, Thursday from 7:00 AM to 12:00 AM, Friday and Saturday from 7:00 AM to 3:00 AM, and Sunday from 7:00 AM…
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Yes, Mel's Drive-In does take reservations.
The price range at Mel's Drive-In is considered to be mid-range.
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Mel's Drive-In holds an AI Score of 33. Pinecrest Diner holds 73. On Google they rate 4.1 and 4.2. Those are the figures the registry holds for both.
Food often bland or poorly prepared. Service can be inattentive or rude. High prices for mediocre food.
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