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The Melt

4.4 (998 reviews)
Open • 10:00 am - 3:00 AM (Next day)
Updated 2 months ago

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Moderate noise
Hipster
Casual
Touristy

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Best food ever, thank you ............ Andrea is the sweetest person ever Great service and I I wish more establishments had employees like her

Good friends and a good time
Hernan T.

Sooooo goood after the club!!! My girl Laura set me upppppp!!! This was the best burger I've had hands down. Phenomenal! Fast food excellence! UGHHH I literally moaned over this cheesy greedy juicy ahhh burger!!! Fuhhhhhh got me rolling my eyes back -did I mention my girl Laura set me tf upppp

DOUBLE SWISS & SHROOM MELTBURGER
Sheila V.

Hits so good after a night out! Love that they stay open late. Their mushroom Swiss burger came out hot, moist, and umami-flavored. Their prices are kind of high but the portion size on the meat is pretty hefty.

Cheesey
Hanafi M.

The bread could have been left on the grill longer; it should have been darker than this. Light to dark brown would have been perfect. Other than this absolutely delicious steak sandwich, 4 sure, the shake too. Easy on the wallet. Service was great; parking not so great. Will return even for only the mac and cheese. 2 kiosks.

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Jan H.

I came here for lunch during a weekday, as I was craving a burger. Street or lot parking, so plan ahead. The place seems fairly new and was clean. It wasn't too busy yet, and you order at the counter and they give you a little vibrating alarm that goes off when your order is ready. We ordered a patty melt, original burger, and the cheddar bacon ranch fries. The patty melt was just ok, it seemed a bit small and kind of dry. Certainly wasn't the best i had, but not the worst. I definitely enjoyed the original burger more, and it had a good amount of cheese, and pretty good flavor. We also enjoyed the cheddar bacon ranch fries, I would highly reccomend them. The bacon was good, and they used real bacon, not bacon bits. They add lots of gooey cheese as well. There's a Ghirardelli right next door to the restaurant if you also want some ice cream for dessert. I'd definitely check this place out for lunch if your nearby.

With bros
Oscar D.

The Melt food was delicious! My first time coming here and it was an experience. Love the way one can customize their burger. Service was friendly, nothing too much that stood out, but sometimes that is a good thing. Ambience was SD vibe. Two restrooms is cool too.

Georgie R.

Decent, the restaurant itself was super humid and hot, so it wasn't enjoyable to eat inside. The garlic fries were really good, my classic burger was SUPER salty, and my husband's Mac and cheese was alright.

Grilled THREE CHEESE CLASSICcheese
Yohonna B.

This place smacks . Me and my boyfriend were craving a late night eat and this place popped up . I decided on the grilled cheese with fries and Diet Coke . They have the option to order via kiosk or at the register . We placed our order got our buzzer and waited for it to go off . It took less than 10 minutes to receive our food . The grilled cheese defentilty hit all the marks as far as cheesiness and the crust was super yummy . The fries had the perfect crispness. Overall I enjoyed this place . I would be back . There is plenty of seating as well upstairs and downstairs .

Crispy classic

Andrea customer service was outstanding communicated well would def come back! Food was on point! Love the environment quick and solid !

Jeff David G.

Not bad, but everyone in our crew agreed the Melt is fairly overrated. No issues with the service and the environment was cool, tucked away in downtown but the burgers lacked flair. Certainly hot and melty, but missed with the flavor. Lots of burgers around town I'd try before deciding on here but you'll still get a decent bite.

Cheeseburger
Andrew P.

LATE NIGHT BURGER FIX: I came here after a local recommended it to me. Good burger. If you're looking for a decent burger, you'll find it here. The decor is pretty basic, similar to a fast food spot. It's really all about the food, and they're open late, which makes it an easy stop after a long day. You can tell they have a strong local following. It's on the pricey side, but that's San Diego for you.

Aimee W.

I was initially going to give a 2 star review, but after spending 2 days hunched over in pain with frequent diarrhea and discomfort, I'd give zero stars if I could. Thanks to eating lunch here, I spent the majority of New Years Eve running in and out the bathroom. For starters, the service was dismal and the people behind the counter seemed annoyed that I wanted to order. When I tried the food, I felt like the burger desperately needed more sauce.... and cheese. You would think with a name like "The Melt" this place would have a glorious cheese pull when biting into the food. Welp, no such luck. Burger was just a hunk of meat lacking anything resembling delicious eats with a $43 price tag for 2 burgers. I will never eat here again. I was sick to my stomach for days and spent what was supposed to be an incredible start to the New Year in the bathroom.

Edrick G.

Ordered delivery from The Melt and unfortunately the experience didn't match the price point. We spent over $90 on the order, which included multiple burgers and fries. The burgers arrived noticeably soggy, likely from being boxed while still hot with no ventilation. The buns were soft to the point of falling apart, which really took away from the overall quality--especially for burgers that are meant to highlight melted cheese and texture. On top of that, the order arrived with no utensils, napkins, or condiments included at all. For a delivery order of this size and cost, those basics should be standard, or at least confirmed. Flavor-wise, the burgers were decent, but presentation and execution matter--particularly when charging premium prices. This might be better enjoyed dine-in, where freshness and proper setup are more controlled, but as a delivery experience, it was disappointing for what we paid.

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The service was amazing and the shake was delicious . Definelty recommend. Also the burger was fresh and a good size.

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Do they provide parking?

It's 5th st in san diego, so the only parking is on the street. Best to park in a lot and walk 😊

Do the burgers come with fries?

No. Everything is Ale-cart

What oils/fats are utilized in the cooking?

For the many burgers that they make and the steak sandwiches they create which are done all natural and the fries they make are done by vegetable oil the dirty fries are some of the bests with the best toppings. With the queso sauce they make… 

Can you do lettuce wrapped burgers?

Absolutely

Are you beef patty's smashed?

Yes, our patties are smashed, but our cooking process is unique to our business. Our patties are still fairly thick even after the smash and then the burgers are chopped so that the cheese can get into every nook and cranny. We also use more… 

Hi, do your buns contain dairy?

Hi Calvin, Thank you for your inquiry. No dairy in either our potato bun or Udi’s gluten-free hamburger bun.… 

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Havana Grill

4.5(2.1k reviews)
8.5 mi•Clairemont
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Another San Diego must try ! I went with the recommended cray Cuban with jalapeños and it was…read moreamazing. I also tried a empanada , which was also good. The ambiance of the restaurant and vibe is very cuban and tropical. I'd rather spend a few more dollars and go here than eat some junky , fast food .

This review is from the last time I had oxtails here before they took them off the menu and…read moresubsequently closed. I visit Havana Grill whenever I want some tasty oxtail.  I noticed oxtail was one of the specials.  Last time I visited the oxtail was on the regular menu and you could order it anytime. Oxtail was extremely tender and juicy.  The mix of beef flavor and the spices in the sauce were delicious.  This is my favorite oxtail dish in town. French fries were crisp and had a delicious fried flavor.  The oil was fresh and there was no aftertaste.  Excellent fries. Pineapple upside down cake was dense and did not have a fresh baked aura.  The outside part was starting to harden like it was getting stale so I guess it was baked at least a day ago.  Cake had a mostly mild flavor.  I didn't taste the pineapple though the top was lined with it.  I did taste a ton of ginger flavor.  It appears pieces of ginger were mixed in with the pineapple.  I love ginger as part of soy/ginger seasoning for fish but not in a cake.  This is one of the worst pineapple upside down cakes I have had.  My favorite is at Roy's where you have to give them 30 minute notice and they bake it to order.  Roy's version was piping hot out of the oven, was moist and fluffy, with amazing pineapple flavor. Staff provided fast and friendly service.

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Madi

4.1(109 reviews)
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Had to drive back north after a weekend in San Diego and decided we wanted breakfast but a little…read moreoutside of the busy city. Got to Madi at 10:30 on a Sunday and although it was quite busy we were seated right away. Parking wasn't ideal, both street parking and the large lot were a cost, but there were spots available and we didn't have to walk far. I ordered the chicken fried steak which was cooked to perfection, the gravy was flavorful and peppery and I loved the bits of sausage in it. Eggs were done exactly as requested and the potatos were crispy and fluffy. My partner's chilequiles were great for a place that isn't strictly authentic Mexican food, the carnitas were really tender and juicy and everything was well seasoned. We ordered the blackberry goat cheese pancakes to share, they had the perfect chew to them and were just sweet enough. I wish they had more goat cheese, and instead of syrup I would've preferred a fruit compote but my partner loved the real maple syrup. Staff was friendly and fast, no nonsense or frills. The restaurant is really cute and beachy. This place seems great for all occasions but I'd love to come back sometime with girl friends and have some mimosas.

Stopped by Madi for breakfast and arrived a few minutes before opening. We were seated promptly and…read moreservice was fast and efficient throughout. I had the GOAT. I was told by our server that the egg would be well done, but it ended up being poached and pretty runny when I bit into it. Not a huge deal, but definitely not what I was expecting. My husband had the White Bean Shakshuka and absolutely loved it. The kids shared the Blackberry + Goat Cheese Pancakes and Lemon Blueberry Pancakes, and both were a big hit. The portions are HUGE though, so definitely come hungry or plan to share. We also ordered the Waffle Churro Sticks for the table, and those were delicious. The restaurant seemed really popular with families, which made sense given the menu and generous portions. Overall, good breakfast, quick service, and a nice family-friendly spot. Four stars mainly because of the egg mix-up and the food being a little more hit-or-miss for me, but we'd definitely come back.

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Common Stock

4.7(1.2k reviews)
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We were in the area looking for a brunch spot and striking out, and everyone was getting to the "we…read moreneed food NOW" stage, so we ended up at Common Stock. When we sat down, we were a little surprised that the brunch menu was pretty limited compared to the photos that originally caught our attention. I'm guessing those were from the dinner menu. Our server was actually so great about it--he told us to take our time looking it over and that if we weren't excited about anything, we were welcome to leave and he wouldn't take it personally. That honestly won us over. Even our kids were impressed by how straightforward and nice he was and decided we should stay. And I'm glad we did. The Crispy Brussels were delicious--seriously, one of the highlights. My daughter loved the Strawberry Shortcake French Toast. My son liked the Japanese Potato Hash, although he wished there was another way to add more protein besides bacon. I had the Hot Chicken + Waffle and really enjoyed it, and my husband had the Nashville Crispy Chicken Sandwich. The food took a little longer than expected, but the service more than made up for it. Our server was genuinely kind, honest, and attentive, which can make such a difference. We came in mostly because we were hungry and running out of options, but left really happy we gave Common Stock a chance. Great food and, more importantly, really great service.

We were visiting from out of state and staying in the area, and came across this place on Yelp…read more I'll start by saying the service was good. Our server was friendly and answered our questions, we had no complaints there. However the menu was very limited and the food was okay. We may have had to do more research but it didn't seem very family or kid friendly (menu wise). We ended up getting the pizza rolls, rotisserie chicken, crispy Brussels and chicken sandwich. The pizza rolls I was picturing something like a Totino's pizza roll or a savory cinnamon roll, so I asked about it and our server described it similar to an "empanada". It ended up being closer to a wonton than anything. It wasn't bad but was fairly oily. Wouldn't order again. The rotisserie chicken was really good and I liked the sauce it came with. The chicken was pretty tender as well. The chicken sandwich was okay. There was a lot of mayo/creamy sauce. Combined with the fried chicken it felt a bit heavy. The bun was really good though. We really liked the Brussels sprouts. It has a great citrusy taste and was cooked well.

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