The food, service and staff was awesome. It was fast, smooth, and delicious. The staff were welcoming and friendly.

Loved this burger joint and was so happy we chose to eat here for lunch. The space was so cute and vibey with the decor. The area was clean and bright. The staff were all so nice and friendly. And service was QUICK. I got a Double Original MeltBurger with lettuce and tomato, and subbed cheddar cheese with provolone--it was DIVINE!! I loved that they cook their patties a bit pink in the middle, which allows it to be more tender and moist. Every bite was just heavenly burger goodness in my mouth. Think In n Out burger but elevated. We also got some Cheddar Bacon Ranch Fries; they were good and tasty, but with how loaded and decadent my burger already was, I think I would've preferred either the plain fries or sweet potato fries with my meal. Overall, we'll definitely be back here when we're around the area again! read more

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I went again on September 4th at 8pm. Ordered at the kiosk, very fast and easy to navigate. Although if you put your number in beforehand, I wish they gave you the options to use your rewards or points during the ordering phase. If it is there, I cannot find the option. So having a specific spot for it or a button within the add to order button would be nice. This time around I just ordered a Burger, no cheese, add tomato and lettuce. And a side of their fries. I recommended my friend their strawberry shake & he really enjoyed it. However, once again, the ketchup dispenser was not filled up. Very sad about that, and I felt a little bad for taking nearly all of the to go ketchup packets. -- September 18th, Friday: I just went again & utilized my $20 off reward!! I only had to pay $1.92 for my dinner which was super exciting. As I've mentioned, I couldn't find the option to redeem this reward on the kiosk tablet. So I actually ordered for pick up on my phone app and then ate in store after. The burger was nicely cooked and the fries as well. I'm not sure about the ketchup, because I forgot to grab some. This time around I tried the Snickerdoodle Milkshake. It was good, but it reminded me of something else rather than snickerdoodle as the cinnamon aspect was quite light. It was sweet and smooth and delicious though. Also during the night, one of the workers came around with little trays of 1/4 pieces of cookies. It was nice, I realize it's probably because they SLIGHTLY burned the batch-- it was still edible however, and I can never turn down a free cookie. (: Overall, the space is clean and the workers are nice. The food and drinks are great! I recommend The Melt! read more

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THE MELT @ DEL MAR HIGHLANDS Parking is easy here, which is a big plus. There's the multi level parking structure behind Urban Plates plus surface parking throughout the center, and I've never really struggled to find a spot even when it's busy. You can get in from El Camino Real by the Chevron or from Townsgate Drive near Cinépolis. The Melt itself is a fast casual place, so you order at the counter and they bring the food out. The inside is clean and modern with a lot of natural light, and there's outdoor seating too since the whole center is open air. Not a place you'd sit for two hours, but it's comfortable and wasn't too loud when I went. I got the regular cheeseburger and it came on a toasted potato bun with this spicy cheese sauce that was so good. The patty is Angus and wagyu, chopped and grilled, so it's actually juicy and not one of those thin dry fast food patties. It was $12, which felt very fair for the quality, especially for this area. Most of their burgers run around $12-17. The location is great if you're already out here. Cinépolis is right there, the Sky Deck is upstairs, and The Melt is open until midnight every night, so it's clutch after a late movie. I'd definitely recommend stopping in if you're at Del Mar Highlands. read more

The Melt - Burgers Near Me - San Diego, California

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My daughter was craving sweet potato fries, so we went to her favorite place for this: The Melt. We also got some mac n cheese (with sliced jalapeños for a little kick). So yummy and definitely hit the spot! We used the self-serve kiosk to place our order. There was an option to get a pager or use our phone number, we opted for the number. This is a great place to hang out. They have tables indoor and outdoor, and they open until midnight! Not many places in the area open late, so this is a nice place for late night munchies! read more

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Our first time at The Melt, and it was great! Food came out fast. Delicious! The process of making their burger patty is great. Angus/Waygu beef with a generous amounts of cheddar cheese melted directly onto the patty. Cooking grill is pretty cool (auto smashes burger and cooks). BBQ Bacon is our favorite. Great flavors. Burgers come with a pickle. Also go the sweet potato fries. Decent portion size, we shared between two of us. Order on kiosks or in person. Sign up for Rewards for free fries. Inside very clean, and lots of seating inside and out. read more

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Ok first time here and I got the Mushroom Burger and honestly one of the best I have ever had. The crispy French onions add the texture and salt. It's a nice thick patty with a great sauce. I could do without the spinach. It's just not crispy enough and with all the juiciness it just got soggy and didn't add any flavor. Our cashier EJ was great and even brought us a fresh baked chocolate chip cookie. Ooey gooey on inside with crunch on outside! He was very friendly and asked how we liked it since we told him it was our first time here. But it won't be the last!! Oops almost forgot- amazing sweet potato fries. It's hard to find ones that are crispy on outside and soft inside! I loved them! read more

The Melt - Mushroom Swiss Burger, and Sweet Potato Fries - Burgers Near Me - San Diego, California

I love this place! I was so hungry I forgot to take pictures of my food ! I had egg in a hole and it was so tasty! I ate it slow and enjoyed! I ate in the San Francisco airport along time ago and loved the melted burger! It is counter service! You may sir in or outside! It's in a mall ! It is opened until midnight ! Opens st 10 AM It's well worth it ! read more

I could just feel the four that I was expecting to give this place slip away. Probably the most obnoxious part of the experience was just how chaotic it was, not that a restaurant can really account for 30 screaming preteens bumping into you but that on top of the layout of the restaurant being confusing over having to wait in line a second time to get the drink I ordered from the kiosk to the restaurant being super chilly, it was largely just an unpleasantly overstimulating experience. The fountain machine drinks were super foamy and you couldn't really get a good pour. I will say it's a big piece of chicken but the flavor and texture was so mid. The depressing coat you see on top of it is apparently the cheese, I guess. The fries were lukewarm and floppy. I don't know, man, the experience truly encapsulated how just not enjoyable it is to eat out anymore these days. read more

The Melt - SPICY CRISPY CHICKEN - Burgers Near Me - San Diego, California

The kids grilled cheese was amazing! I got the classic with American cheese, didn't go for any upgrades on cheese nor for the fries, and the grilled cheese was perfectly toasted, buttery, and crispy on the outside while still nice and melty inside. The service was super fast, and it was under $8, total win! Such an easy, delicious, affordable meal. read more

The Melt - Burgers Near Me - San Diego, California

We love coming to the Melt. You can't go wrong with the burgers, and the Mac N Cheese is a family favorite. My son would be happy to eat here every day (literally). Service is wonderful, and Annie always has a smile to share. See y'all next week too! read more

The Melt - Cheeseburgers and fresh fries! - Burgers Near Me - San Diego, California

Paying $18 for a meal just for it to be raw and cold. I know this is a chain restaurant, owners and management needs to step in and make sure the kitchen knows what their doing. Unfortunately had to throw the burger away... read more

The Melt - Burgers Near Me - San Diego, California

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We got the original melt burgers and they were delicious. Not healthy at all but very tasty. One of us also got an egg and cheese sandwich and said it was a nice "brunch burger" (not actually a burger, but you get the gist !). The garlic Parmesan fries were crispy and flavorful and the food came out pretty quickly after we ordered. Friendly service, too. We took ours to go so I can't speak much to the ambience, but it looked clean and organized while we were in there! read more

This is my go to place right now after the gym ! The burgers have been an amazing source of protein recovery for me after a tough workout out . I never eat a burger with bbq sauce or bacon BUT here I absolutely love their bbq bacon burger. The bacon is DELICIOUS . It's not the cheap kind . I think they cook them the same way they cook the burger patties as it's not too crispy and has just the amount of fat . Their app to order is so seamless and easy . Plus their rewards program is bomb. It's just a great place to get a satisfying affordable burger with just the nicest staff . read more

The Melt - BBQ BACON MELTBURGER - soooo good !!! - Burgers Near Me - San Diego, California

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Usually "melt" named restaurants aren't very successful. Grilled cheese seems kinda niche. But this "melt" is so much more. In fact, it's their burgers that make it worth coming here. Juicy, flavorful and just a little too big, in a good way. - Cheeseburger was oozing with cheese and chopped "not spicy diced jalapeños". Definitely a winner. - open late - specialty soda fountain. read more

The Melt - Burgers Near Me - San Diego, California

The Melt is one of my favorite burgers, & finally came out to their Del Mar location. I usually go to the downtown location, & this one is just as great! Love how big it is in here. Much easier to find a good seat, & really like the layout. We ordered a good amount of stuff for my girlfriend to try, & she loved it as well, & our server Anne was really friendly & let us in on the secret for a free shake Definitely coming back. read more

The Melt - Double, single, Mac, sweet potato fries - Burgers Near Me - San Diego, California

The The Melt has quickly become one of my favorite go-to spots lately. Even with a large crowd of students who had just finished a sporting event, the staff never missed a beat. Everyone was friendly, upbeat, and personable, and the kitchen was incredibly quick, organized, and efficient. Our order came out exactly as requested, including substitutions, which is always appreciated. The restaurant itself was clean, inviting, and had a fun atmosphere that made it easy to relax and enjoy the meal. I ordered the BBQ Bacon MeltBurger, and it was outstanding. The beef was juicy and perfectly cooked, while the smoked bacon, crispy onions, cheddar, and BBQ sauce created a rich, smoky flavor without overwhelming the burger. The Spicy Crispy Chicken Sandwich was equally impressive, crispy on the outside, tender on the inside, with just the right amount of heat from the spicy Melt sauce. The fries were hot, crispy, and the perfect side to finish the meal. From the food quality to the customer service, everything exceeded expectations. If you're in Del Mar Highlands looking for a quick meal that doesn't sacrifice quality, This place is absolutely worth the stop. read more

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This place was too good! I had a pickleball tourney a few hours later but couldn't control myself and ate way too much cheese and salt from this meal but it all tasted so good! The grilled cheese with bacon and Mac and cheese was my favorite especially dipped into the tomato soup. Also the fries were elite. Would definitely come back again, except maybe next time not before any physical activity! read more

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I had been going to a location of the Melt in Irvine for quite a while, so I was excited to see that one had opened at Del Mar Highlands. I'm usually here for Sidecar Donuts, the fancy Ralph's, or Handel's ice cream. My favorite thing on their menu is the Mac Daddy grilled cheese, with bacon and Mac n Cheese in the grilled cheese! I get it on spicy garlic bread, which gives it an extra little kick. It reminds me of the old torpasta sandwiches that you used to be able to get in the Midway area, pasta and sauce inside a hollowed out torpedo roll. RIP Their app makes it super easy to order, and you can earn reward points toward free food! Just place it ahead of time so you don't have to wait for your food. read more

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I've been into the veggie burgers here lately, either the impossible patty melt, or the impossible Swiss shroom burger. Their fries are not the best ever but I had been enjoying their tomato soup. It was pretty nasty today though, so I would not get it again. Bummer! My burger was still yummy. read more

Melt burger was flavorful and the pickled jalapeño inside was the perfect level of heat for me which is hardly any would have liked lettuce and tomato in it . Sweet potato fries perfect crunch Cobb salad was good but the chicken was dry . Price is good great location . read more

The Melt - Sweet potato fries - Burgers Near Me - San Diego, California

The Melt is basically a higher quality fast food burger. The patty is a decent size and has a good flavor without being too greasy. They have gluten free bread but unfortunately none of the fries are gluten free. The service was efficient on a Friday night and there is plenty of seating. Cost is higher than a traditional fast food burger but worth it. I'd definitely come back to try another speciality combination or grilled cheese. read more

The Melt - Gluten free MELTBURGER - Burgers Near Me - San Diego, California

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Yummo burgers. It's kind of fun creating your own burger on the touchscreen and then waiting for its ewwy goody cheesiness. We would have preferrrd a Coke fountain instead of canned. The eating area was pretty dirty with messes on the floor (and the kitchen). Poor management probably because the restaurant was not that busy. As far as the burgers and the fries, they were great. read more

The Melt - What kind df pickle is that? - Burgers Near Me - San Diego, California

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Wonderful experience from the cashier to there amazing burgers. The food was served hot and the soda was ice cold. There Swiss and mushroom was just out of this world. The restaurant was clean and there soda fountain had everything a person would like. Definitely will be back there very soon. In fact I have friends coming in from out of town and that's the 1st place I'm going to take them. Thank you again for the great service and food! Just outstanding! Outstanding! There outside tables were a little dirty, however they were so happy to clean them right away. That's service read more

Great customer service from Ralph. I came in and was treated and received a warm welcome. The best thing as well is they have alternative sodas for you Diet Coke fans!! A healthier version of soda. The Mac and cheese is great. read more

The Melt - Soda machine, including diet Coke - Burgers Near Me - San Diego, California

For saying the nektiest burger I would have thought it would have had more cheese. Got the pattu melt. It was flavorful and delicious but expected more cheese. Service was ok. Lots of outdoor seating and dogs are allowed on the outdoor patio. read more

The Melt - Patty melt - Burgers Near Me - San Diego, California

First time coming here today for lunch. I loved my Swiss & Shroom Burger SO much! The crunchy onions and spinach and the brioche bun brought it to another level. The mushrooms were big and tender, not soggy and shriveled. And that pickle on the side?! We got a mac and cheese...why does it taste so good (and it's also not soggy and mushy)?! So many amazing textures and flavors that worked so well together. It's been at least a year since I ate a burger and I'm so happy to have had such a tasty burger made with quality ingredients. The service was polite, professional and prompt. Plenty of outdoor seating, where we sat with out dog. Great for a quality casual meal. read more

The food hits the spot as well as the amazing customer service! The ambience is upbeat and inviting, when you enter the building you can either order at the kiosk or at the register. You receive a buzzer that will alert you when your food is ready. We ordered: BBQ bacon melt burger (5/5) Melt burger with bacon, lettuce, tomato, and jalapeño (5/5) Melt burger well done, with spicy melt sauce (5/5) Kids meal cheeseburger with apple slices (3/5) Melty Mac (5/5) Overall the food, ambiance, and customer service was great! read more

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Very inviting and clean environment. Options to order yourself or with a rep makes it easy. The food is also fire. And Peter was a huge help. Would def recommend! read more

The Melt - Burgers Near Me - San Diego, California

The food was soo good, especially the kids cheese burger and the regular fries. The service was amazing, especially Ani who served us and treated us with kindness. The ambieance was super nice with a big melt logo in the back. I like the lights and chairs but the brick was really makes the logo stick out. The del mar sign is super nice and a nice pop out of the wall. They need more design near the drink fridge. read more

Beware! They don't cook the burgers properly. I got halfway through mine before realizing, to my horror, that my burger was *completely* raw just beneath the cheese. I'm pregnant, so this could put my baby at risk if I get E. coli or salmonella or listeria from the uncooked meat. And even if I don't, the best case scenario is that I'll be on the toilet all night. Never again! read more

The Melt - Completely raw meat below the cheese - Burgers Near Me - San Diego, California

The grilled spicy chicken sandwich was pretty good. Nothing really special. It pretty much fell apart and all slid out the back when I took my first bite! Same goes for the sweet potato fries, good but nothing special. I wish they were crispier. The spicy melt sauce is really good and went well with the fries. Overall though, not bad for a quick option. The service was minimal but good. Most of their ordering is self service from the kiosk. read more

I found this place to be excellent! It's in Carmel valley, so a cleaner, more quiet, family, and definitely teenage vibe feel. Its not like the one at the gaslamp quarters. One thing I liked about the location is that I can bring it outside and eat right at the fire pit with my dogs. I just didn't like the teenage feel. I swear, my husband and I were the oldest folks there. Onto the burger... I adored the burger, but it could have had more melt! More cheese. I got the double bc i thought the single would not be enough, but ohhhh nooo, it's definitely more than enough! The burger was juicy and so filling! The best part was the bun. It was so soft and really complimented the thick patty. Id only suggest some salt and maybe a sauce in the burger. It'd be the perfect burger for me! The pickle was a bit bitter. I got the Cobb salad and it was great! I thoroughly enjoyed it. I took 2 bites of half my burger i shared with my husband and got very full, but I was able to finish my entire salad! I also got the grilled cheese sandwich. It was pretty good and cheesy, but the bread felt like sourdough, maybe it was. The cashier was nice and orders seem fast. By request you can ask for the free cookies. The cookies were too rich, too much chocolate chips. I liked it for the most part! I think the melt is great and just a pretty darn good burger! read more

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Great burgers and sandwiches. My burger was missing the avocado it was supposed to come with but I was so hungry that I kept eating. Fries come with the seasoning seen on the photo don't be shy to try it just like that, they are amazing and not overpowering at all. read more

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Absolutely love The Melt. One of the few places nearby with late hours. The space is always clean and cozy, with excellent and easy service. You can order at the counter or via a touchscreen kiosk and seat yourself. Everything I've tried here has been worth writing home about - the Italian Job grilled cheese, Melty Mac, and Spicy Mission MeltBurger are my top three faves. Parking can be tricky in the shared lot if visiting during peak meal times, plan accordingly! read more

The Melt - ITALIAN JOB - delicious! - Burgers Near Me - San Diego, California

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Great burger place. Classic, bbq bacon western, Swiss mushroom, two crispy chicken sandwhiches, impossible burgers, and melted classics (grilled cheese, patty melt...). Also Mac & cheese and soup/salad, shakes, and desserts (brownies cookie, or rice krispy treat. 3 kids menu choices as well. Most come with a pickle on the side :( but you can opt to have it without. Order at the register or at the 4 self order screens which I appreciated because I couldn't decide and didn't want to hold up any lines. The Parmesan fries are also great. Numerous tables/chairs and counter height tables/chairs. Great place for burgers! read more

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Incredibly unsanitary. Who are they letting 'cook' your food?? Came in Sunday, 7/27 around 11:40pm. Three people working; two ladies cleaning and one guy in the kitchen. The ladies were polite and had a nice attitude. The guy (sagging, little arm tattoos) KEPT GOING ON HIS PHONE WHILE TOUCHING THE MEAT/FOOD. Not just once; repeatedly, without changing his gloves. Touched the bun and meat, went on his phone, put the phone back in his back pocket, grabbed the bacon and cheese, grabbed the phone again out of his pocket, pulled his pants up while on his phone with food cooking, and then repeat. Right back to touching the food. I know this is a big DoorDash/Uber Eats spot. But if this is how they cook in front of people, please imagine how things are run when customers aren't looking. I've never seen anyone do this while cooking your $15-20 burger. It says quite a lot about management that they're letting someone go on their phone while handling your food. Of course they'll reply to this and say it's unacceptable and they're sorry that was our experience. Maybe that they'll 'talk' to the guy. Just words, no action. Go somewhere else. Someone barely qualified to clean the bathrooms is going on their phone and pulling their underwear up while they cook your burger. read more

My son has been begging to try to we went today. We were pleasantly surprised how good everything was. We had the melt burger, a bbq bacon burger, and a grilled chicken bacon sandwich. The fries (regular and sweet) were fresh and tasty as well. The place was very clean and the staff were friendly. We will definitely return! read more

This place is incredible. Despite being crazy busy, I was impressed with their customer service. Brandon was great. He made sure all of food was made to my likings and correctly. read more

My family and I had a very disappointing experience at The Melt. I ordered a burger with no cheese, but when it came out, it had cheese on it. Mistakes happen, so I politely returned it and asked for it to be remade without cheese. Unfortunately, the employee at the register (a young woman with black hair and blue highlights) was extremely rude and disrespectful throughout the interaction. When I told her that her attitude was unacceptable, she responded sarcastically instead of trying to resolve the situation professionally. What made the experience even worse was when she brought my corrected burger back to our table, looked me directly in the eye, and sarcastically said, "I hope you enjoy your order." At that point, I had no choice but to ask to speak with the manager. We had our kids with us and were simply trying to enjoy a family dinner, but the way we were treated completely ruined the experience. It was so uncomfortable that we couldn't even finish our meal. I've never experienced customer service like this before. Everyone can make mistakes, but there's no excuse for treating customers with disrespect and sarcasm. I hope management addresses this employee's behavior so other families don't have the same unpleasant experience. read more