Mel’s Drive-In

About

American (Traditional), Breakfast & Brunch, Cocktail Bars

Price Range : $11-30 ($$)

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    Yelp rating
    3.5 stars

Location

Adress: 801 Mission St, San Francisco, CA 94103

Phone: (415) 227-0793

Work Hours

Mon6:00 am-12:00 am
Tue6:00 am-12:00 am
Wed6:00 am-12:00 am
Thu6:00 am-12:00 am
Fri6:00 am-3:00 am
Sat6:00 am-3:00 am
Sun6:00 am-12:00 am

Business info

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    Takes Reservations
    No
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    Delivery
    Yes
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    Take-out
    Yes
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    Accepts Credit Cards
    Yes
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    Accepts Apple Pay
    Yes
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    Good For
    Breakfast, Late Night
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    Parking
    Garage, Street, Private Lot
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    Bike Parking
    Yes
  • accessibility
    Good for Kids
    Yes
  • group
    Good for Groups
    Yes
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    Attire
    Casual
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    Ambience
    Casual, Classy
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    Noise Level
    Average
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    Good For Dancing
    No
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    Alcohol
    Beer & Wine Only
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    Best Nights
    Thu, Fri, Sat
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    Coat Check
    No
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    Outdoor Seating
    No
  • wifi
    Wi-Fi
    Free
  • tv
    Has TV
    Yes
  • fastfood
    Caters
    No
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    Has Pool Table
    No
  • android
    Accepts Google Pay
    Yes

Reviews

  • Jenneal Lomeland

    star star star star star 30 May 2026

    Great tasting food. My kids loved the atmosphere, the old fashioned, coin operated jukebox at the table, and the vintage cardboard car the food arrived in. We ordered cheeseburgers, fries, onion rings, chicken strips, cokes, granola and a smoothie. Coca-Cola products, so bonus for me since I'm picky about that. Fast service and large portions. Great service.

  • Neal Crosson-Hill

    star star star star star 26 May 2026

    They serve large plates and it's great food at reasonable prices. It's easy to over-order here as the portions are large. Bring some friends, order several items, and share everything. I really enjoyed the club sandwich and onion rings. The rings we're a little on the oily side but still very crunchy and good.

  • James Jinete

    star star star star star_border 13 May 2026

    My friend and I were visiting from out of the area and we greatly enjoyed the ambiance and the food! It was great to see such a great piece of American food history still alive and well and bringing in good business. Food was great and the service as good too. If you're looking for an American classic diner for the family or even just to enjoy the historical ambiance, check this place out.

  • Maureen Ward

    star star star star star_border 12 May 2026

    Love this place! It's amazing to me that so much of the staff has been there for so long. The food is delicious and fresh. And the service is friendly and fast. We always go to Mel's when we visit San Francisco...usually more than once. An extra bonus is a public parking garage next door. Go to Mel's!

  • Александр Alex

    star star star star star 6 May 2026

    Cafe is located in the central part of city. Service was very friendly and competent. All we ordered was tasty and portions have a good size. Wine isn't expensive in comparison with another places around. The carafe of red house wine is 18 dollars. As I could understood, this place doesn't have strong alcoholic drinks. Not bad place for lunch or for dinner.

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