The Melt will always be one of my go to's for an affordable comfort meal. Burgers, tomato soup, fries, and even mac and cheese- how can you say no? Super appreciate how late they are open! After a climbing session that ends at 11pm with friends, we stopped by the melt to keep the fun going. Ordering is easy at the kiosk or with a cashier and the orders come out super quick, usually 5-10 minutes! You can sit inside or outside, there are tons of seating options to choose from. Parking can be a bit tough so you might have to park a block or two away or you can pay to park in the paid lot for the whole building. read more

The Melt - Burgers Near Me - Oakland, California

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Quick, bomb, and affordable! The mushroom burger and avocado burger are so good and taste homemade. Garlic fries are super good too! Service is quick and friendly too. Lots of seating indoor and outdoor Highly recommend! read more

The Melt - Mushroom burger and garlic fries - Burgers Near Me - Oakland, California

Tish at the Melt on Grand Avenue killed it with the customer service earlier this week. My team and I came in for an early lunch. She was super attentive with all of us and friendly. She answered all my questions I had about the menu and walked me through how to pay. Someone even came out with cookies and shared them with all of us. Such a fun location with great employees who go above and beyond, I will absolutely be back! Also I failed to mention that the food was so good. I had the Egg In A Hole with avocado and it was amazing. Everyone else in my office was happy with what they ordered, too! read more

This place was so delicious!! came here around 12 AM and honestly best decision! Can't remember our server name, but he was a pretty girl with piercing on her face. She was super helpful. She was very attentive to us and making sure that we had everything we needed! Such an energetic and fun place to be at! Will definitely come back! read more

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I had an excellent experience at The Melt and felt compelled to leave a review. From the moment we walked in, we were greeted cheerfully by one of the older gentlemen behind the counter, which immediately set a welcoming tone. Our order was taken quickly and concisely, and when I asked for a burger recommendation, I was confidently steered toward "the works"--and I'm very glad I listened. The entire place was impressively clean, including the bathrooms, which is especially notable at 9 p.m. Every employee was hustling--no one standing around, no wasted motion--just a team clearly taking pride in what they do. The burger itself was tasty and messy in the best possible way, exactly what a great burger should be. The garlic fries were crispy, pungent with garlicky goodness, and thankfully not greasy. What really stood out, though, was the atmosphere. It felt safe, warm, and inviting--nothing like the stereotypes people sometimes attach to downtown Oakland at night. In a time when the world and media seem intent on dividing us, black against white, I felt genuinely welcome here. As a white, middle-aged guy dining with my 16-year-old daughter and her boyfriend, I felt appreciated and valued as a customer, even though the vast majority of the employees and clientele were Black. It honestly felt like there was no "black and white" at all--just people being kind and doing their jobs well. Big props to the employees and the owner. This is how a restaurant should be run. I'll absolutely be back. read more

The Melt - Happy dude with a tasty burger. He gave it an 8.6 rating outta 10 of his all time burger experiences. - Burgers Near Me - Oakland, California

I got The Melt after a night out and this place definitely hit the spot. Warm tomato soup, a sour and salty pickle, and a greasy cheesy patty melt with crispy garlic bread. The fries were also great too and a good balance of crispy and soft. They had ample indoor and outdoor seating and a self check out and cashier option. They even have heat lamps outside if you're cold. If I wanted a good greasy meal, I'd go here. read more

The Melt - PATTY MELT - Burgers Near Me - Oakland, California

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I ordered the original melt burger, fries and their hand crafted root beer. Latisha was my server and she was excellent, from her greeting to giving suggestions. The atmosphere was warm and friendly. They had a great selection of burgers, specialties like fries, other sandwiches including hand crafted milkshake. read more

The Melt - Melt burger, Fries and hand crafted root beer - Burgers Near Me - Oakland, California

Burger fries and a soda cost $32. Fries were semi warm and some soggy. Greats seasoning tho and the burger felll apart because of the amounts of stuff in it. Overall the food was ok but I had a very difficult time justifying the price I Paid for it. For a fast food joint it wasn't very affordable at all! read more

Big burgers! We ordered the Chicken Shroom Burger and a Beef Shroom Burger. Both were delicious! Also ordered the sweet potato fries. Ordered pick up. The burger came with spinach but I prefer lettuce. I loved the yummy mushroom and I asked for pickles spears on the side. Very filling, well seasoned, and not soggy! read more

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Happy National Cheeseburger Day! The Melt lured me in with a "buy a Meltburger now, get one free later." I splurged on a double Swiss & shroom burger and garlic Parmesan fries. Burger was STACKED. Nice and juicy, loaded with toppings. I could barely take a bite of all the layers. Fries were properly garlicky - I could probably kill a vampire with my breath, just the way I like it. Shout out to the friendly staff working there. P.S. - they just gave me bacon cheddar ranch fries out of the blue! So nice of them. read more

The Melt - DOUBLE SWISS & SHROOM MELTBURGER - Burgers Near Me - Oakland, California

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Came here late after the bar, craving some cheesy goodness. I ordered the Three Cheese Classic with spicy garlic bread and onions. Bread was super crispy and yummy, but the onions felt a bit tossed in. I wish the pieces weren't so big, as they kept falling out with each bite. Still, it hit the spot for a late-night bite! I also tried the fries and mac n cheese. Both solid and satisfying, especially for a cheese lover like me. I'd love to come back and try their burgers. Loved that this spot is open so late! It got really busy at one point so food took a little longer to come out but it was expected on a Friday night. The plentiful outdoor seating and lively ambiance made up for it! read more

The Melt - three cheese classic with spicy garlic bread and onions - Burgers Near Me - Oakland, California

The customer service I received from Liz via email was AMAZING! I didn't expect a follow up from a Manager, but the fact that a review wasn't taken light is exceptional to me. I'm big on customer service and Liz deserves kudos! THANK YOU! The Melt is lucky to have someone like you! Your Customer Service goes a long way! We will definitely return! read more

The Melt - MELTBURGER - Burgers Near Me - Oakland, California

The Melt in Oakland has quickly become one of my favorite go-to spots, especially when I'm showing new visitors around the city. The location is convenient, the vibe is casual and fun, and the food always hits the spot. The sweet potato fries are a must -- crispy, perfectly seasoned, and addictive. The Strawberry Lemonade is refreshing and pairs perfectly with everything on the menu. But my personal favorite is the BBQ Bacon MeltBurger -- smoky, cheesy, and packed with flavor every single time. Consistently good food, friendly service, and a great spot to bring friends. Definitely a staple in Oakland! read more

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My friend and I came here after the gym looking for a good meal and this place delivered! The food was delicious and so well prepared! Natasha and Dennis provided amazing customer service :) They were so kind and even gave us a complimentary brownie after our meal! The food was filling and we will be back after another leg day. read more

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Ordered an impossible melt and I got a meat patty. Only realized halfway through since my ticket has all the correct information. Didn't speak to anyone when ordering or picking up, but the vibe was okay. They also gave me the wrong sauce and gave me a pickle spear when I selected I didn't want it. read more

The Melt - "Impossible" Meltburger - Burgers Near Me - Oakland, California

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Maybe I am too old for these chains. As a family, none of us felt good after eating the og cheese melt burger with garlic parmesan fries and sweet potato fries. To begin with, we weren't feeling it here for some reason the vibe was off - tables were not wiped off, not good crowd inside and just not happening today for some reason. The meat was dry so thats just sad - where was the juicy burger? I am done forever with big chains and I am also done with garlic fries - everytime I burp now it is all I smell and taste so no thank-you. The bathroom was dirty and no toilet paper. The pickle was not good. Staff was however great and helpful. Maybe because I am over 40? Maybe I have been eating too much homemade food and now I actually cant stomach junk food like this? I would rather pay bit more money and enjoy an artisanal burger than ever eat this again. My almost 8 year old feels exactly the same so perhaps we r too clean to eat this type of junk food in our lives. But let me say this, no food should ever make you feel this way. It is reasonably priced and probably great for students and folks on a budget. I personally eat out rarely and when I do it cannot be a disappointment such as today. Farewell Melt! read more

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Amazing customer service Dennis was the bomb.com the atmosphere and food was hot fresh and delicious

Dennis is the reason why I go to the Melt. He always makes it a melt-tastic time! Last time I went I had been recently broken up with. Boy, did I forget all my sorrows on that first bite read more

It must be the potato buns but I love The Melt burger chain!!! What's even better is the buns are dairy free. I really like the string fries perfectly seasoned and crispy. Meat is also generously portioned and you can customize your burger ingredients. I look forward to trying their patty melts that come on rye bread. Highly recommend this burger chain when in the mood for a cheesy burger or patty melt!!! read more

The Melt - BBQ BACON MELTBURGER - Burgers Near Me - Oakland, California

Not sure what the hype is, burger was dry. Service was horrible!!!! The lady in front just rude.. the place is so dirty if i didnt order online i would have walked out... hopefully i dont get sick...I will never return... read more

The Melt is an all around great experience. Just enough variety on the menu to please different palates. Great veggie options across all categories. Food was ready quickly and was the perfect temperature. But mostly what I loved was how cheerful and delightful the staff were. When I went to pick up my food and they saw I had young kids, they offered free Rice Krispie treats. Who does that these days. And also later an employee came by passing out cookie samples. Both times they asked me subtly first so the kids wouldn't see. I really appreciate how they went above and beyond. This is a go to spot for a convenient and casual weeknight dinner with the fam. read more

Good burger option, good location, and fast service. Parking nearby can be hard, but that will be the case given the location. Food is always greasy, you wouldn't be coming here if you are avoiding a good greasy burger. They have all the regular burger joint menu: melts, burgers, fries and shakes. It can get busy, but they try to get you in and out. My favorite is a good patty melt, but you can't go wrong with their burgers or chicken sandos either. read more

Cool spot in the heart of downtown Oakland, they are open late and always lively. I got a spicy chicken when I went in and the chicken was huge. Appreciate that! read more

The Melt - Burgers Near Me - Oakland, California

Busy night on a Thursday, it must have been because it was thirsty Thursday. Anywho isss pop'n pop'n tonight. Upon walking up the overall ambiance is beautifully set for a night out, as you walk up there is an open welcoming presence of the building as they have a glass garage like door rolled up, it's quite the beautiful space raised above like a platformed stage surrounded by the sidewalks. As I sat here waiting on my order, I could feel the crisp fresh air as it created a cozy night surrounded by all beautiful walks of life, and good food available late at night. I have been here a select couple amount of times, however each of the two times I've come I was not quite certain on what to get. Well this night, being unsure was not the case: I was kindly greeted by a very benevolent cashier, Larisha; and even at 1 o'clock in the morning this lady was beyond cheerful with an unchanging smile on her face - and bright white at that! - She was very warm, exuberayting positivity out this world, her positive energy definitely brightened up my spirit; Larisha was very personable and even took her time to suggest me to me the most popular items ordered on the menu upon my request despite the overall business that night. She broke down every ingredient off the top of her head as I was unsure of the food recommended food items. She could also see my struggle to read the menu, and handed me over a hand held one. Overall beyond an extremely generous individual! Despite the long wait of roughly over 40 minutes due to the fact that 3 staff members walked off, and me patiently waiting, I approached Ms. Larisha, and asked her about the wait time on my order. She then proceeded to officially prepare the order since the status of my order number on the order board showed, "preparing" for over quite awhile even being at the top of the list. She was overall very accommodating, and generous during my experience that night in which made the extensive wait (due to the unforeseen circumstances) worth while, and generally pleasant. If there is anyone that is best to be in the customer service field, and food service industry - it is Ms. Larisha, she is definitely the true divine prime example of the definition of excellent customer service (and beyond) , and what it ought to be everywhere! I truly recommend and commend her to any field as I know she would flourish. She absolutely deserves to be the manager of this location if not the future owner! Aside from my experience this night - the Melty Mac was delicious, topped with crisp toasted breadcrumbs, and cheesiness in every bite making this an excellent choice for your taste buds! The melt burger was good, and even more so the strawberry lemonade was filled with the perfect amount of sweetness, as it was quite a thirst quencher. This 'The Melt' location is definitely a good option to venture out to when you're feeling hungry in the late nights as your hunger strikes during the time majority of restaurants are closed! So come on down, and hopefully you'll be served by Ms. Larisha to even add to your food outing experience! read more

Excellent service and fresh food. Dennis was very helpful and we got our food in a timely manner.

The staff at this location is amazing! Especially Jerome, he made sure we got all our food and even brought us a warm cookie to try! Great experience over all! read more

I love V and V they give me some of the best services when I come through. Thank you Clean lobby, friendly staff and fresh food. read more

First time stopping by here. Pics on IG always look legit. Grabbed a melt burger and fries to go. Got home, crazy amount of fries for the price, (should've eaten them there), some were soggy others still crispy, great seasoning on them. Burger was really good, the only thing that stopped a higher rating, was one side of the burger was left on the flat top for waaaaaayyyy toooo long. Shit was well done ( and not in a good way), also some foreign burnt meat attached to said burger patty. All in all, was pretty good. Maybe just inexperienced cook? read more

I don't recommend the steak sandwich. It would have been good with extra meat, relatively small amount of steak.

Big bussin. Good ambience. Great view . Good service and delicious food. Muy bien love it. Shay was fantastic !! read more

The Melt - Burgers Near Me - Oakland, California

I just loved the vibe, the food and the people who works there. One of the best burgers I ever eat! People you have to go and try it. read more

We're in town from LA for a work conference in Oakland and wanted to try somewhere new for lunch. The Melt popped up in our search, and I'm so glad it did! We ordered two burgers, two fries, a grilled cheese, and a side of mac and cheese, and my family tore that food up. Everything was bomb. But what really stood out was the service. From the moment we walked in, the staff was so friendly and welcoming. After we ordered, they called my number up and let me know they were remaking our fries because they weren't hot enough. I appreciated that so much. They could've easily just sent them out, but they cared enough to make them fresh. While I was waiting (which honestly wasn't long at all), another employee came out, apologized for the wait, and offered me a warm chocolate chip cookie fresh out of the oven. She was even offering them to other guests in the restaurant. Such a thoughtful touch! Then I saw a man come in who appeared to be down on his luck asking if they had any leftovers they didn't want. Without hesitation, one of the employees said quietly, "I got you, babe," and came back with a to-go box. That moment really stuck with me. When my food was finally ready, they apologized again and said they couldn't let me leave with cold fries. Even in our short visit, we felt welcomed and taken care of as if we were regulars. Being from LA, it was really nice to experience that kind of genuine hospitality. Great service, great people, and great food. Keep doing what you're doing! read more

I came in late night starving and wonderful smell lured me in. The staff was friendly, the restaurant was clean and had plenty of clean available tables. I love that they offer the option to order your food at a kiosk or with the cashier. I ordered 2 Swiss n shroom burgers both of which were customized, garlic Parmesan fries, and a cookies and cream shake with malt. Everything was a 10/10 read more

We came here Sunday night. Not busy but a bunch of folks here were from doordash or uber eats to pick up folks food. We just ordered on the kiosk. Burgers are a bit on the higher side but the quality of the burger was big. Our food took about 15 mins but it was fine. Once we got our food we ate them all. Burgers were a bit on the oily side but its fine. Ambiance inside was chill plenty of seating inside and out depending on what you prefer read more

I have to be honest... The people that work here are nice... But the environment they work in is completely unsanitary as well.. The floor in the kitchen area looks like a liability of accidents for the employees as well.. They need rubber mats for their safety. The floor was disgustingly a mess of tossed food... When I tell you I saw an employee packing to-go food and eating fries as she was doing it I laughed but then thought about it... Thats actually not supposed to be acceptable right? The meal I ordered, below average, this place is overhyped. I will not come back, but the people that work here are really nice... Try it yourself, and watch the way they work... You'll see... read more

Delicious! I had a vege burger and root beer. There is seating inside and out, I had a perfect table outside. Thank you! read more

The Melt - Vege burger & root beer - Burgers Near Me - Oakland, California

burger was cool but they forgot to put the tomato, lettuce, and onion on the burger. i'm not sure how you forget to put that on there lol garlic fries were going crazy and the oatmilk cookies and cream milkshake was fire read more

The burgers and fries are on point. So are the Craft sodas. What really makes this place is the service, especially from exceptional people like Valencia! She is so friendly, professional and goes above and beyond to make our experience wonderful. I don't live in Oakland and have other Melt stores closer to my home, but I would come back to the Grand Ave. location simply because Valencia made our day! We had a tire blow out just before going in. Valencia was empathetic, so kind, and just a true treasure for this store. We ended up ordering a lot of food, more than we could eat, and laughed and smiled due to her friendly customer service. She is an absolute keeper! Thank you Valencia! read more

Thank you to all of the individuals who helped me. You create a nice vibe and great customer service!

Came here for an evening snack after celebrating with a new grad! We got the delicious Italian Job which is my go to order and hits the spot. Shout out to Dennis for making us feel welcome and giving my new grad friend a free ice cream sundae!! Great vibes and go to spot for a post drink craving!!! read more

The Melt - Free sundae for the grad! - Burgers Near Me - Oakland, California