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    The Melt

    4.5 (67 reviews)
    ModerateBurgers, Desserts, Salad

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    ITALIAN JOB
    Anida M.

    Just saw what replaced the old Five Guys and couldn't be happier. We stopped by to give it a try and finally settled on the Italian Job and Steak and Cheese melt for our first time at The Melt. It did not disappoint! The spicy garlic bread is perfection! I'm swapping out my bread for this every time! The flavors of the Italian Job are so good, and the Steak and Cheese was so meaty and delicious! I wish they gave a little more mushroom in the Italian Job, but otherwise I'm super satisfied! Ambience was nice and clean, service was quick and overall what you would expect for this type of place. We'll definitely be back!

    DOUBLE MELTBURGER
    Heihachiro K.

    The burgers are massive and they definitely don't skimp on the cheese. I tackled the double, but it's a total unit--next time I'll stick to a single so it's less of a "giant hunk of meat" situation. Fries are decent enough. Parking is easy. Great spot for a heavy, hassle-free fix.

    Toby P.

    I got a targeted ad on socials that the melt had opened in San Marcos recently. I had an appointment nearby so I decided to check it out, having enjoyed the Del Mar location in the past. It took me a minute to realize it was in the old five guys location. Walking in there are kiosks you can order from but sometimes I prefer to order in person. The girl at the counter greeted me and took my order as a line formed after me. It looked like there was a training going on as there were quite a few staff members gathered together taking group photos in the kitchen. I ordered a grilled cheese, fries and a drink, since I've had their burgers but not tried the grilled cheese. She asked if I'd like it for there or to go and I told her to dine in. She handed me my receipt, cup and a buzzer. It was a little busy but there were tables available. I went and got a drink and sat to wait. After a while my buzzer went off and I headed to get my order. I was a bit confused that my order was handed to me in a big bag since I'd asked for it for dine in, but I didn't say anything. I sat down and pulled it all out of the bag. It looked great and the temperature was perfect. I took my first bite and it was a bit difficult to chew. The cheese was thick and rubbery which surprised me, to the point I could not finish it. The fries were a large portion and were pretty good, but needed salt. When I went to throw my trash away I noticed the trash cans were almost full and I had to push down just to get my bag in. I think they've been open a week? So I'm sure they are still ironing out the kinks. I'll likely go back if I'm nearby but I'll definitely order something else next time.

    Richie L.

    The burgers are top notch. I got the original and added onions. Also got bacon cheddar ranch fries. So good

    STEAK & CHEESE
    Klariza F.

    I'm happy that we get one so close. I really like the one in Del Mar as well. I ordered on the app. I got free fries off the app. I ordered cheddar bacon ranch fries. They were so heavy and filling, but good. My friend got a Swiss and shroom chicken sandwich. I got the steak & cheese. I really enjoyed mine and especially the pickle. I wish they gave more pickles. Service was good. It looked empty so there were plenty of tables, but we took ours to go. I think the ambience was the same as the one in Del Mar. I went in and out so fast, I don't recall much. I will be coming back again. There's so many sandwiches I haven't tried yet.

    Astro
    Marc G.

    Service was quick with Leila L, the vibe is casual, and the food is exactly what you want when you're in the mood for melty, toasty, comfort‑forward goodness. Would highly recommend

    double SWISS 'N' SHROOM MELTBURGER (2 1/3 Angus-Wagyu patties, two slices of Swiss, grilled mushrooms, crispy onions, and fresh spinach)
    Scott T.

    impressed by the crew. went at dinner time, and they were a well-oiled machine. folks on the grill, fryer, and counter were totally in sync. outstanding customer service. very patient young woman at the register did a masterful job helping a goofy, old, newbie navigate the menu. ate with the wife-unit and number 5 son and number 2 son, his wife, and two of my grandkids. breaking in a new place is always challenging. still figuring out how they do things here and what I like. had to try the SWEET POTATO FRIES. Yelpers are giving them glowing reviews and they always sound so good but nearly always disappoint. best I've had but forgot to order them (or the regular FRIES) extra crispy. my bad. the MAC N CHEESE exceeded expectations. gooey, cheesy, and delicious. the nineteen-year-old's double SWISS 'N' SHROOM MELTBURGER (2 1/3 Angus-Wagyu patties, two slices of Swiss cheese, grilled mushrooms, crispy onions, and fresh spinach) on an artisan bun got great reviews. my BBQ BACON MELTBURGER (1/3 lb Angus-Wagyu patty, two slices of Cheddar, smoked bacon, crispy onion, and BBG sauce) was very good, but I missed the lettuce and tomato. need to make a point of ordering a burger or sandwich where their absence is less conspicuous. waddled out fat and sassy.

    Spicy Mission Burger and Side Mac and Cheese
    Bao P.

    Replacing another burger restaurant that was there, The Melt is a welcome chain addition to this shopping center. The layout is a bit weird since it was adapted from the previous tenant but they did their best to have a large amount of seating within the footprint. The food itself was very good for the price and I liked that there's a good amount of different options. I really liked the grilled cheese croutons in the Cesar Salad.

    Cobb Salad
    Money M.

    Got the Cobb salad with ranch and it was so good! Ingredients were fresh and the chicken was good quality. Portion size was really good, definitely worth the price. Along with the Cobb salad I also got the tomato soup which was really tasty. They had a good variety of sodas to choose from. They have a large selection of burgers, fries, chicken sandwiches and so much more. The store has a really good vibe. Their branding is exceptional. Service was great. So glad they opened a location here in San Marcos! Look forward to returning to try other menu items. Definitely the best new food spot in San Marcos.

    Brand new.  Very attractive clean looks.
    Steve K.

    My favorite The Melt finally came to San Marcos! Great location, very attractive design, and great foods! But it all went down when we decided to eat outside under the great weather today. Please see the pics.

    Karen A.

    The Melt is our family's favorite fast food restaurant and when we heard it was opening one in San Marcos we visited the location almost daily just to see when it would open. So when it opened on April 16th we had our first The Melt meal that evening! The 3 Cheese Classic is the best grilled cheese ever! The Original Melt burger is the best smash burger! The Swiss and Shroom Burger is amazing! Service was exceptional. Daisy was attentive and helpful! The ambiance is very welcoming and great for families!

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    So delicious. Byllie was very helpful going through the menu. I love their cheeseburgers !!

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    Billie took amazing care of us!!! We love Melt! It was our first time at the San Marcos location and it did not disappoint!

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    I took a quick trip back to the Melt. I got my milkshake and it was delicious. Thanks again for such a good restaurant.

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    Delicious comfort food at a decent price. Very clean! Marlee and Layla were very helpful!

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    10/10 experience, leila was very helpful and accommodating!! Can't wait to come back!

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    Great service from Leila, who took our order patiently on our first time in. Clean seating area with good rock music!

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    The fries were so crispy! Byllie was so peppy and flexible! Highly recvomend I had an egg in the whole loved it!

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    Urbane Cafe

    4.6(51 reviews)
    0.9 mi

    We had a really great experience at Urbane Cafe. The staff was very friendly and welcoming from the…read morestart. Our server was bilingual and kindly helped my aunt on my wife's side in Spanish, which made everything much easier and more comfortable for our family. We were a little confused by the menu at first, but she was patient, helpful, and made sure we understood everything. The food was fresh and delicious. I had the pastrami sandwich with a side salad, and both tasted great with fresh ingredients. I also tried the cranberry white chocolate cookie, and it was honestly so good. You can tell they care about quality and customer service here. I definitely recommend this place and would happily come back again. Comforting adult coffee house kind of music that gave a easy going vibe ambiance.

    Came by to give it another try for lunch and had a great experience. Starting off with the food,…read morethe pesto and sun-dried tomato sandwich was so yummy! I wish it was bigger I wanted more. The cilantro chicken salad was served exceptionally well, my mom and I were able to share the salad and were very satisfied. When we walked in we were able to place our order on the self service counter, it was nice to have time to look through the menu and decide what we wanted. While placing our order, one of the workers came up to us and asked if we had any questions. I appreciate the check in. After you place your order you grab your table number and find a table. We found a table outside and the staff brings out the food for you when it's ready. Overall, glad I came back to give it another try!

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    Salmon Bowl (lid off). Overall pretty decent, though I think there were a few too many sweet potatoes in there

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    The Pita Guys - Chicken kebab salad - 2/5 expensive, barely any sauce and the cardinal sin was the dry chicken kebab

    The Pita Guys

    4.3(1.2k reviews)
    1.6 mi
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    I love this place! Food is delicious. Would recommend to…read moreanyone, it's a little loud inside but if you're not eating there it doesn't matter. Staff is friendly. I did however have a bit a negative experience, picked up lunch couple days ago and got a chicken kabob bowl and as I bit into it noticed the chicken was undercooked. Didn't have time to go back and share with staff.

    Why did I come here?…read more With a hunger for mediterranean and the worry that nearby Aria may be a bit too pricey for a quick meal, I brought my son out to The Pita Guys for some gyro or shawarma. What we found were limited options, higher than expected prices, less than helpful staff, and not the best of food. Being my first time, I had questions about the menu. The young pair behind the counter didn't seem to know what they were serving, as they kept looking at one another for guidance with little ability to give me much relevant info on anything other than what types or protein they had. Once I finally ordered, they started to taking and filling the orders of people behind me. It wasn't until a much older woman came in from the back before my own dinner started being prepared. Seriously, it was a pretty weird setup. The food was served Subway style, where they go down the line asking what you wanted added to your wrap. Shawarma meat is minced, staying warm in a tub, and scooped to order by a spoon resting in a bin of cloudy water. Not only did it feel a bit gross, but it also seemed that the bulk of the juice in the meat came from that watery spoon, as the shawarma I ate was very dry. When it came to my son's Shawarma Plate, the menu stated that it came with two sides. What they don't tell you is that the only choices on the 'sides' menu open to you are Hummus and a Salad. The much more desired sides of Falafel, Baba Ghanoush, or even kid friendly Fries, were not offered. Needless to say, my son ate his chicken and rice, but wouldn't touch his hummus. So, a Shawarma Plate and a Shawarma wrap ... dinner for two, not a ton of food, neither of us were all that impressed ... and it cost us over $40. Needless to say, with how everything tasted and what it took to get ... we won't be coming back. For the price it cost us, I think we'll stick with the far superior Aria up the street. Or, at the very least, try the Kebab Shop down the block.

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    Draft Republic San Marcos - bar

    Draft Republic San Marcos

    4.3(662 reviews)
    1.9 mi
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    Just wanted to write this review to say a BIG THANK YOU to Draft Republic in SM for having a…read morespeakeasy pop-up for the movie, Wicked. I'm a huge Wicked fan and was excited to see this event advertised on Yelp. This restaurant was the only one in North County I can think of that acknowledged the movie when it was about to be in theaters. First of all, it was easy to get to based on my GPS but kind of challenging to find their parking lot. I ended up finding a 2-hour parking on N. City Drive which was in walking distance. All I was thinking of while walking up to Draft Republic is that this place is massive. Inside, the hostesses verbally instructed me where to go...came across bowling...arcade games...sports on tvs on my way. Behind the curtains, I entered the room in awe. Draft Republic really went ALL OUT!! The Wicked witchy vibe was sooo magical. I loved the beautifuuul Elphaba/Glinda decorations, cleverly creative themed menu option names, actual movie playing in the background, and the take-home momentos. Nick and staff were super wickedly friendly too. The Wicked Bites, Grimmerie Shots and Wickedest Cocktails were all FANTASTIC!!! I definitely tasted Draft Republic's wickedness. I appreciated everything about this experience....well well done. What a WICKED TIME! I hope there are more speakeasy pop-ups in the near future :-)

    I want to start by saying that for whatever my opinion matters (and it should matter very little),…read morethis is just how I came away feeling about this place. Because Draft Republic is a rough place to quantify. The food is pretty good; if going off that alone, this place would easily be four stars in my eyes. But, it's not ... Draft Republic is trying to be a bit closer to like a mini Dave & Buster's (a place I have come pretty close to loathing). With an arcade, a bowling alley, a golfing simulator, a full bar, pretty extensive menu, good music, and a fantastic staff, they really have a lot going for them with a little something to make anyone happy. My own issue deals solely with the cost. Came here with my son, all we did was eat two entrees and an appetizer between us, and did nothing else. With drink and after tax and tip, the cost was well over $90. No games, no play, just burgers (plus fries and poke tacos) for two, costs as much as many Californian's net after a full day of work. When you're used to feeding the whole family for about half as much when going out (or a little more when eating sushi), that price was a bit rough. Still, the food is very good. My son and I each ate The Draft Republic Burger. It was perfectly cooked, juicy, very flavorful, and the toppings were high quality. The fries were crisp and salted well. And the side salad wasn't too bad. Both of us ate our entrees and gave it high marks. We had started with the Tres Poke Tacos, where the Tuna was very tasty, steeped in a flavorful marinade, and felt nice and fresh. Definitely a good starter. And the restaurant itself is gorgeous. A lot of space, beautifully furnished, kind of industrial meets art deco with some new age greenery architecture thrown in. I like it a lot. But, as an aging Gen-X'er, who used to go to arcades back in the day, and hates what new arcades have become, the amenities are under appreciated by me. All of that pads the price tag a bit out of what I am willing to pay just for dinner. Which may not be fair to Draft Republic, but that's where it left me.

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    Amalfi Cucina Italiana - Amatriciana Bucatini

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    4.3(1.4k reviews)
    1.5 mi
    $$$

    È squisito! Era delizioso!…read more Had an amazing time celebrating a birthday at Almafi along lake San Marcos. Great valet parking and wonderful views of the lake as you're seated in the dining room. Everything was flavorful but the lasagna and spaccanapoli pizza were the best I've ever had. Mike our waiter was also informative,attentive and a top tier waiter. ALL of us cannot wait to visit again.

    I booked a table here through OpenTable on a Friday evening, and the place was packed. They have…read morevalet parking for $7, street parking, and an additional parking lot across the street. We were quickly seated, and our server was phenomenal. She gave great recommendations, checked in on us often, and made the whole experience even better. We ordered: * Focaccia: Huge serving, perfectly crisp, and absolutely delicious. * Caprese: This was phenomenal. It came with fresh organic tomatoes and prosciutto. * Polpette All'Italiana: These meatballs are to die for. It comes with four meatballs and two pieces of toast that are perfect for dipping into the marinara sauce. * Ragu Napoletano: We chose the rigatoni pasta with this dish. It was very flavorful and perfectly cooked. * Tiramisu: They brought out a tiramisu cake for my birthday with a candle, and it was absolutely beautiful. It tasted delicious and even had sprinkles on top, which was such a fun touch. Overall, the food was amazing, the service was outstanding, and the atmosphere is beautiful. I always love coming here and will definitely keep coming back.

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