Mel's Drive-In Hollywood

Typical American diner with very good food. Unfortunately, not exactly cheap, like everywhere else in America.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Cool atmosphere.
Food was okay however service was not great.

Atmosphere: 4

Food: 4

Service: 2

Good place, very American style!!! The food is good and the service is pleasant. I think the price is a little high, we paid 150 USD for 2 adults and 2 children for eggs, game and pancakes!!!

Atmosphere: 4

Food: 4

Service: 4

The food was very average. The service was very average too. Small portions. And totally overpriced. Won't be returning whatsoever.

Atmosphere: 2

Food: 2

Service: 2

will been back again soon our service she was amzing.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

The fried chicken had enough oil to supply a truck, and it was completely tasteless (well, it tasted like a mixture of the thousand foods that said oil would have passed through before). Caesar salad reasonably good. The normal service.

I just tried their Smashed Burger and the taste was amazing. Sadly, they’re just open till 11pm because of lots of homeless folks around. They have security guard there which is good and Parking lot is open and free at nights but make sure you’re not confusing with tones of parking signs!

Atmosphere: 4

Food: 4

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Sandwich

Huge portions. You could probably split meals. Pricey but it’s right off Hollywood Blvd so that’s probably why.
Our service was good but kind of slow. Only had one server on the floor for the whole place. Guy made it work through.
We had pancakes, biscuits and gravy, toast and bacon.
Yum yum! Forgot to take pictures cuz we were so hungry ?

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

As a tourist in California I was really looking forward to trying a diner and this place didn’t disappoint!

In the heart of Hollywood this place transports you to a quieter American Dining experience. The setting and atmosphere were great, very American Diner - esk! The food was super tasty, we loved the pesto turkey sandwich, tri tip melt sandwich and vanilla shake. The staff were very helpful too.

Thank you for a wonderful experience!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Good food but no AC

Atmosphere: 3

Food: 4

Service: 4

Parking was difficult, just happened to visit when there was an event at the Hollywood bowl.

Parking: Felt rush to exit vehicle to allow other vehicles to enter lot

Wheelchair accessibility: Different to maneuver in narrow walk spaces

Atmosphere: 4

Food: 5

Service: 4

Recommended dishes: The Mels Turkey Burger with Lettuce Tomato and Pickles We Suggest Grilled Onions

As a European tourist, I have eaten very well several times in this typical, classic diner reminiscent of the 1950s. I can only recommend it and would love to come back again.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Service with a smile and the food was delicious.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Buffalo Wings, Sliders, Mels Onion Rings & Fries Combo, Sunset Burger

Perfect food with history

Place is a vibe, classic diner that won’t disappoint

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 4

Service: 5