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The Melt

4.5 (127 reviews)
Closed • 10:00 am - 2:00 AM (Next day)
Updated 3 months ago

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THE MELT ATMOSPHERE

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Good for groups
Dogs allowed

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STRAWBERRY LEMONADE & orange soda
Amanda K.

Glad this place was open late. I got the crispy chicken sandwich with tomatoes and lettuce I wasn't a fan of the sauce on it. But other than that it was good the chicken was crispy and moist. My husband got the melt burger with bacon and a caesar salad and he liked it. He also got a fountain drink and he got the orange soda and it had a different taste and was very carbonated. I got the strawberry lemonade and it was good.

DOUBLE MELTBURGER
Chris H.

I can see why people enjoy but the burger was just good not great! The service was great. The gentleman took our order and gave his recommendation. The ambiance was cool... nice size place! Ok so back to the burger. I would recommend a little more seasoning, and the burger itself was chopped. I didn't realize that was how they came it was cooked great but really choppy. The bacon ranch fries were good... but seems like they use over the counter bacon bits. If you like cheese, this is your place though..... LOTS OF IT!! The Brioche Bun was EXCELLENT!

17 people!
Rachel M.

Large portion sizes, my partner and I split the fries and shake amber couldn't finish those after our burger. Great menu options, wonderful customer service from the gentleman up front too. I was pleasantly surprised the snickerdoodle shake and potato fries weren't too sweet and there was craft soda options that looked amazing. There is indoor and outdoor (with cooling mist) seating. Clean bathrooms inside. There food was good, if definitely come back here, I must say I did prefer the original melt sandwich to my swiss and shroom though.

Mushroom
Richard F.

"HOLY BEEP!" That was f*cking delicious!!!!!! As a Yelp Elite member always on the hunt for great eats, I was excited to check out The Melt, the new burger spot in Tempe. Wow, it did not disappoint--this place is legit delicious! I went with the Swiss & Shroom MeltBurger (mushroom burger) and customized it by swapping the Swiss for pepper jack cheese, adding ranch, and drizzling on that spicy buffalo sauce. Holy cow, it was a home run! The burger literally melted in my mouth, super juicy and packed with flavor--one of the juiciest burgers I've ever had. The angus-wagyu blend shines through, and the toppings took it to another level. The ordering process was super simple and modern--I loved the big touchscreen kiosks that made customizing easy and quick. No hassle at all. They have some unique soda flavors I've never tried before, which was a fun surprise and paired perfectly with the meal. Bonus points: the bathrooms were spotless and well-maintained, which always matters to me. This jumps straight to my #2 burger spot overall (Shake Shack is still king in my book, but The Melt is giving it a serious run for its money with that melty, juicy goodness). I'll definitely be back soon--highly recommend checking this place out if you're in Tempe. You won't regret it! 5 stars all the way.

tomato soup and swiss n shroom meltburger
Sierra H.

I got the swiss n shroom burger and it was amazing! I dipped it in their ranch and it was even better! The service was great and the man working there was so sweet and gave us free cookies. There's lots of seating outside, perfect for big groups. Definitely coming back PS. they validate parking!

Tahs L.

A quick food spot with lots of indoor and outdoor seating. You can order on a kiosk so you don't have much interaction with staff. There's bathrooms available and an assortment of drinks. I ordered the bacon avocado grilled cheese and it did not have any flavor. I tried the sweet potato fries and they were ok. Overall not bad just average.

Taylor L.

The burgers were so good! They have a little pink in the middle if you have kids that are picky.. but the food was absolute perfection. We stopped here before stars on ice last week. It was are first time and it was a little busy. All the mobile counters to order were full but the guy working up front was very friendly and let us know he was available to take our order. Our food was fresh and came out in a fair amount of time and was delicious. I got a regular burger but my friend got a bbq one, I think I'll try that one next time.

A burgah!
Lynn L.

Food was hot and fresh! Melted cheese on all the things. Burger was a good size. I mistakenly got the double expecting something much smaller. WRONG! That burger was huge! The Mac and cheese was good. My favorite was the cane sugar soda. So good!

Kristen L.

The three cheese classic melt is made with sharp cheddar, muenster & fontina. The sandwich bread is French bread. It is cheesy and full of flavor. It helps me feel satisfied and full. The melt burger has cheddar, jalapeño--pickle mix, and Melt sauce. I didn't think I could taste much of the Melt sauce to make it different from other hamburgers. I could taste more of the jalapeño and pickle mix. The staff was very friendly. Did a take out order over the phone. The restaurant is located on the corner of an intersection so it makes it easy to find. They have large glass windows so you can easily see inside. The Wall is basically two large panes of glass. This makes the restaurant seem more open and a larger space.

Mac and Cheese
Dwayne O.

The Melt - ASU Tempe @ Novus Place Original Burger Melt more than 1/3 pound of Angus & Wagyu beef, chopped, grilled and filled with loads of melted cheddar, jalapeños (not too spicy), pickles and Melt sauce on a toasted, artisan bun. (cooked medium, pink & juicy. Good burger, size and taste. Swiss and Shroom Burger more than 1/3 pound of Angus & Wagyu beef, chopped, grilled and filled with loads of melted swiss, fresh spinach, grilled mushrooms, crispy onions & ranch (cooked medium, pink & juicy) is solid winner. Cheddar Bacon Ranch Fries smothered in cheddar sauce, with crispy bacon and ranch sauce, is a solid choice, all condiments work well together. The warm Chocolate Chip Cookies are a winner The signage is a little confusing outside, there is a vertical sign on the corner, but the store front sign says " World's Meltiest Burger" This is a solid place for a burger

Vanilla malt
Erik G.

The Melt is one of my favorite burger places. It is hard for me to choose one burger place that is the king of burgers in Arizona, but in my opinion, The Melt is definitely a contender. I have visited The Melt a few times since they opened their Tempe location. Each experience has left me wanting to return. The burgers are some of the best I have ever had. Everything tastes fresh, and the burgers are nice and juicy. They also have great fries. As great as the food is, the best part is their milkshakes and malts. I have had both their vanilla and snickerdoodle malts, and both are delicious. The snickerdoodle malt brings back memories of delightful snickerdoodle cookies. The workers there are very nice. They greet you the moment you walk in, and they are more than happy to offer recommendations for some of their food items. Another thing I like is when they offer pieces of freshly baked chocolate chip cookies. That is a tremendous bonus. The atmosphere is nice and modern with a feel-good vibe. I also like the cleanliness of the place. The last time I was there, one of the soap containers in the restrooms was empty, and I brought it to the attention of a staff member. They thanked me for bringing the issue to their attention and promptly addressed it. I highly recommend The Melt to anyone looking for a great burger spot in the Tempe/ASU area.

ORIGINAL CHICKEN MELT
Naomi S.

Great burgers, I got the mushroom swiss burger and it was really good, a little greasy but overall lots of flavor very juicy. My boyfriend got the chicken sandwich which was pretty good, it wasn't anything crazy though. We also got this snickerdoodle shake which was really really good actually. Inside is nice, we came few days after opening and it was pretty quiet (we also went on a sunday at like 4pm). You order off a tablet and they bring out your food for you. Very casual but fun place for a nicer burger than fast food. A little over priced in my opinion, but nonetheless the food was good

Denise M.

Decided to try this new (to Arizona) place on a whim. So glad we did! There were several locations in California, and the reviews are great. And who doesn't live delicious, melty cheese! The menu has lots of cheesey things--burgers, grilled cheese sandwiches, Mac and cheese, chicken sandwiches, fries, shakes, and, of course, tomato soup to go with the grilled cheese. You order at the counter and are given a pager to let you know when you're order is ready. The gentleman (Nicholas, I think) at the counter was so friendly and helpfull. The dining room is pleasant, with exposed brick and both regular and high top tables. We ordered *Two Melt Burgers. You can dress it as you like--add lettuce, tomatoes, onion, jalapenos, and sauce. *Sicilian Chicken Sandwich--grilled chipped chicken, provelone, fontina, and grilled mushrooms on spicy garlic bread *Queso de Mayo--avocado, fresh jalapenos, smoked bacon, and pepper jack cheese on grilled artisan French bread *Garlic Parmesan Fries Everything was sooo good and so cheesy. The price wasn't bad, either. This could definitely become a regular thing for us!

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Me and my kids still talk about it six months later!!!! and I've been back twice by myself

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Ask the Community - The Melt

Do you have vegan options? No animal option?

We do have vegan-friendly options, with some important transparency notes: Fries are available, though there may be cross-contact with chicken due to shared fryers.… 

What is the parking situation at this location? I know parking in Tempe can be difficult, and not familiar with this Novus area/location.

Hi Jill, There is a parking structure (ASU Novus Parking Structure) located at 747 S Packard Dr. for guests visiting The Melt and other locations at Novus Place. Street… 

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Culinary Dropout

Culinary Dropout

4.1(3k reviews)
1.0 mi
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Full bar
Happy hour specials

This would be my first time to this place as for my husband he had been here a handful of times…read more We came for dinner and wasn't sure if we would be able to get seating without a long wait, but we were in luck. We choose to sit indoors. The restaurant is very cozy with dimmed lighting to add to the evening ambiance. It has a casual feel but you can dress up or down. Some people were casual and some more dressed up. We were seated at the front by the stage where live music was about to start. I thought this would be nice since I do enjoy live music. Well the speakers were facing right at our table and it was noticeably loud when the entertainer began to play. We asked for another table. We could not hear ourselves talking. I ordered a cocktail, The Giddy Up Espresso Martini. That was very delicious! They do have a full bar, it's nice to have choices as far as alcoholic beverages. Our food, Fish & Chips, BBQ Nachos, Aged Manchego, Crusty Bread Garlic Oil & Balsamic, and Molinari Sopressata. Everything was absolutely delicious! The fries with the Fish were perfect. My favorite besides the Martini. was the Crusty Bread with Olive Oil and Balsamic. Our server was the best! Amiriya made sure our drinks stayed filled and asked us what we thought about the food. Even on this busy night. After our meal we walked around the outside seating and game area. This place is a fun place to meet with others especially with the outdoor/patio game area. I would love to come back when in AZ.. But, I don't have to wait until then because we have a CD restaurant in the San Diego area! Woohoo! I can't wait to try some other dishes and have another Espresso Martini. I probably would pay for a shot of Bailey's added to the drink. Restaurant parking is busy but they do have additional parking just across the way. It happened to be busy because we were up against Valentine's Day weekend.

Great space for events! The regular restaurant area is very noisy, and the metal chairs are…read morehorrible. The food could be amazing, but with this atmosphere and lack of comfort, I'm just not having a good time. Service was fine - efficient. Food was tasty. I just wasn't in the mood to have to yell and strain to hear my work peeps on the other side of the table.

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Social Hall - Breathtaking courtyard at dusk

Social Hall

4.2(939 reviews)
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Bartender Daniel is such a sweetheart! Highlight of my visit. He was so kind and personable. I was…read morekilling time at the bar waiting for the game show trivia night to start and was waiting for friends. He took the time to keep me company while I sat there which not a lot of staff would do, especially with so many other things they could be tending to. I ordered the bar pretzels which were fantastic, tender warm bread and the cheese sauce was great. A little bit of a kick from the green chili. Upstairs the game show event was fantastic! So much fun. Staff did a great job of coordinating this so that everyone would feel included. Dinner came out a little too late but everyone enjoyed their entrees. The chicken platter looked especially good with the side it came with. I appreciated that we had the option of ordering off the menu. Tickets were a little pricey for something to return to often but a wonderful night out on occasion. Service all around was great. Colby and Chase were lovely and Amber was wonderful to work with around event coordination.

I have been mixing this up with the other place with social in the name and they are soooo…read moredifferent. Social Hall is a really comfortable but nice restaurant with a gorgeous patio and excellent food! The patio is absolutely gorgeous and so spacious. Its all walled in and has a lot of shade sails. Inside has a bar, booths, and various seating areas. All the food that came out looked so good and everyone enjoyed what they got. I ordered the fried chicken bao buns, with slight reservations about getting something like this at an American food place. But they were great! The bao buns were perfectly soft and warm, and served with extra of the slaw which was really great to add in as you got to the narrower part. What a great spot! Will definitely be back.

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Social Hall - Free table games. Ping pong, 2 billiard tables, and foosball.

Free table games. Ping pong, 2 billiard tables, and foosball.

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Happy Bao's - Fresh homemade dumplings in our homemade chili oil. A crowd favorite!

Happy Bao's

4.2(765 reviews)
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It sucks don't come here…read more For those that kept reading, it's amazing. It's basically din tai fung without being surrounded with insufferable people. My favorite is actually the lu rou which is a very home style recipe that I crave frequently and it's executed perfectly every time. The dan dan noodles are very authentic but I prefer Americanized. If you like Szechwan peppers then it might be a dish for you. Obviously the soup dumplings are the highlight and rightfully so.

When a trip to Din Tai Fung isn't in the cards, Happy Baos makes a pretty compelling alternative!…read more Tucked into the restaurant area of Mekong Plaza, this little spot serves up an impressive selection of dumplings, buns, and other familiar favorites at very approachable prices. We started with the cucumber salad, which was wonderfully crisp and refreshing, followed by the spicy wontons. Those were a particular highlight, with a beautifully aromatic sauce featuring an almost licorice-like herbal note and just enough heat to keep things interesting. The chicken xiao long bao were delicate, savory, and filled with flavorful broth. We also tried the sheng jian bao combo, which had pillowy-soft tops and beautifully crisp, sesame-studded bottoms without any excess oiliness. The restaurant can get busy, but the kiosk waitlist makes the process straightforward, and service was attentive once seated. A satisfying little dumpling destination that punches well above its price point!

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Happy Bao's - Fresh homemade wontons in our homemade chili oil. A crowd favorite!

Fresh homemade wontons in our homemade chili oil. A crowd favorite!

Happy Bao's - Classic Beef Chow Fun made with fresh homemade noodles. The result is a much softer and springy noodle that holds up better to wok frying.

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Classic Beef Chow Fun made with fresh homemade noodles. The result is a much softer and springy noodle that holds up better to wok frying.

The Porch

The Porch

3.9(832 reviews)
3.1 mi
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Came here to celebrate a big milestone in my partners life. Had a great experience as usual. The…read moremenu is large so there's something for everyone! We got the Chicken Tinga Nachos as an appetizer and it was a perfect amount for the 4 of us. I got a burger and it was pretty delish. One thing I will say is their sweet potato fries definitely do not taste fresh, I'd guess they are frozen/sysco but what else do ya expect nowadays? We got the s'mores pizookie for dessert and I really enjoyed it. It's baked to order so it takes a little bit but I thought it was worth it. And if that's not your thing, Menchies is right next door and always a treat. Tons of games and such and they even had trivia on the TV. Just a really great neighbourhood spot!

For my first time here, I was impressed overall. As my review shows- it is 50/50, but I will be…read moreback The good- the food was good, well portioned and flavorful. Everything seemed fresh and the presentation was on point as well. The service was good and for a large party, she was polite, friendly and mostly on top of things The bad- and I'm willing to take some of the responsibility on this one. We had a party and booked it for outside, as we were told they have misters and it's in the shade and very doable. Part of that was correct- their misters weren't working. There was no real attempt to move us inside, other than splitting up a birthday party across the restaurant. The main issue is that no one told us- I had to go inside and ask why they aren't on. Not a great look, but I'll be back to try them again.

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Doughbird

Doughbird

4.1(1.2k reviews)
6.0 mi
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Kid friendly
Catering service

We were seated right away on a Tuesday afternoon…read more Our server, Livier, and had excellent service! She gave us water and we got to try a couple of the beers before deciding what to order. She further gave us advice on what they are known for, which is pizza and their rotisserie chicken. We ordered the Teuffle cheese bread to start. OMG YUM YUM YUM! We decided to share our entrees. So we ordered the Aviator and black truffle mushroom pizza, a well as the Spicy rigatoni pasta. Holy cows... hold da brakes.... it was all so good. Honestly, everything we experienced today was so excellent from the service to the ambiance to the food. Holy moly, definitely coming back again! Totally recommend this place to anyone who wants excellent service and good quality food. Only thing that could make it better is to give a pie serving utensil to serve the pizza slices on the bread items, but really that ain't going keep me back from returning! It would just be a nice touch since the slices are larger than our knife.

"Kitchen Backed Up," per our server. Food was late, beyond my liking and we had young ones with us…read more Pizzas were warm when they arrived, not for long. Stingy with toppings. Caesar salad was a total joke. Heap of lettuce fine chopped couldn't telling it was romaine. Croutons on top dressing on side did nothing to make it better. On the positive side the manager was able to start the outdoor heaters. Too much competition out there to return.

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