Mel's Drive-In
$ • Diners, Vegan, VegetarianAbout Mel's Drive-In
Customers' Favorites
Hamburguesas Con Aros de Cebollas
Cheeseburger with French Fries
Chicken Fingers w Onion Rings
Grilled Chicken Sandwich
Grilled Chicken Salad
Bacon Cheeseburger
Chili Cheese Fries
Root Beer Float
Chicken Strips
Mel's Drive-In Reviews
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They have no lids or straws for the drink cups ??? My food was $20 for tiny tenders which understandable for Universal but this was terrible, the place is so unkept up with. I’d literally choose anywhere else
The place is cute but the veggie burger was the grossest one I’ve ever had. I could only have 3 bites!
Absolutely loved the 1950's diner style, extremely refreshing as aposed to the minimalistic gray standard we've become used to. The buffalo chicken sandwich is by far the best item on the menu with actually very tasty fries but even tastier onion rings to go along with it. Food is made quick and tastes very good. My ONLY complaint is how ridiculous it is to restrain customers from having a refill without paying $20 for a refillable cup, soda is extremely cheap so this is really...read full review
Hours
| Monday | 10:30AM - 7PM |
| Tuesday | 10:30AM - 7PM |
| Wednesday | 10:30AM - 2AM |
| Thursday | 10:30AM - 2AM |
| Friday | 10:30AM - 2AM |
| Saturday | 10:30AM - 2AM |
| Sunday | 10:30AM - 2AM |
Mel's Drive-In is a restaurant near Universal that offers a variety of food, including a Chicken Tender combo with milkshake. The environment is lively and nostalgic, with a retro theme reminiscent of the 50's and 60's. The food is freshly prepared, and portion sizes are generally good, with popular choices like milkshakes and chili cheese fries. Customers have noted that the food is tasty and well-flavored, although some found the chili sin carne with vegan cheese not spicy. The restaurant's atmosphere is great, but the organization can be poor, leading to long wait times from ordering to receiving food, especially during busy hours. The place can be crowded, and wait times are often long, but ordering online via the app can help avoid queues. Prices are a bit steep, and some reviews mentioned inconsistent food quality, with a few feeling that the experience may not always meet expectations. Recent feedback also highlighted issues with long wait times, with some customers having to cancel their plans, although management handled refunds and customer service well. The diner theme is well-loved, and some dishes like chicken strips are enjoyed, but others found the burgers to be disappointing, describing the patty as burnt or lacking flavor.