About Mel's Drive-In

If you’re cruising down Ventura Boulevard in Sherman Oaks, Mel's Drive-In instantly feels like a nostalgic pit stop that’s still in tune with today’s tastes. This classic diner vibe is amplified by its outdoor seating, making it the perfect spot to sip a coffee while watching the neighborhood hum by. Inside, the energy is casual yet lively, with friendly staff ready to handle dine-in, takeout, delivery, or even no-contact service, so you can enjoy comfort food your way. Their menu blends the familiar with thoughtful modern touches: think hearty comfort classics alongside organic and vegan options that cater to everyone. Late-night cravings? Mel’s has you covered with quick bites and small plates that satisfy even after hours, all paired beautifully with happy hour drinks that keep things light and social. Whether you’re grabbing a cup of coffee to kickstart your day, settling in for a relaxed meal, or catching up with friends over a late snack, the atmosphere manages to balance that retro diner charm with the flexibility of contemporary dining options. Each dish feels approachable yet crafted with care, making it easy to linger over a meal without any rush. And with a menu designed to accommodate both traditional tastes and more health-conscious choices, there’s a little something for everyone, whether you’re stopping by for a solo coffee, a casual dinner with friends, or a late-night comfort food run. Mel's Drive-In doesn’t just serve food-it creates a space where classic diner culture meets modern dining convenience, all in a laid-back Sherman Oaks setting that keeps locals and travelers alike coming back.

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Business Info

Service options

Service options

+ Outdoor seating

+ No-contact delivery

+ Delivery

+ Onsite services

+ Takeout

+ Dine-in

Highlights

Highlights

+ Great coffee

+ Great dessert

+ Serves local specialty

Popular for

Popular for

+ Breakfast

+ Lunch

+ Dinner

+ Solo dining

Accessibility

Accessibility

+ Wheelchair accessible entrance

+ Wheelchair accessible parking lot

+ Wheelchair accessible restroom

+ Wheelchair accessible seating

Offerings

Offerings

+ Coffee

+ Comfort food

+ Happy hour drinks

+ Late-night food

+ Organic dishes

+ Quick bite

+ Vegan options

Dining options

Dining options

+ Breakfast

+ Brunch

+ Lunch

+ Dinner

+ Counter service

+ Dessert

+ Seating

+ Table service

Amenities

Amenities

+ Restroom

+ Wi-Fi

Atmosphere

Atmosphere

+ Casual

+ Cozy

+ Historic

+ Trendy

Crowd

Crowd

+ College students

+ Family-friendly

+ Groups

+ Tourists

Planning

Planning

+ Accepts reservations

Payments

Payments

+ Credit cards

+ Debit cards

+ NFC mobile payments

Children

Children

+ Good for kids

+ High chairs

+ Kids' menu

Parking

Parking

+ Free parking lot

+ Free street parking

+ Paid parking lot

+ Parking

Pets

Pets

+ Dogs allowed outside

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Hour time open

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  • Monday: 06:00 AM - 11:00 PM
  • Tuesday: 06:00 AM - 11:00 PM
  • Wednesday: 06:00 AM - 11:00 PM
  • Thursday: 06:00 AM - 11:00 PM
  • Friday: 06:00 AM - 11:00 PM
  • Saturday: 06:00 AM - 11:00 PM
  • Sunday: 06:00 AM - 11:00 PM
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+1 818-990-6357

14846 Ventura Blvd, Sherman Oaks, CA 91403, United States

Reviews

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Our first time coming to this diner and we love it! The warmth of the staff was a reminiscent of the 60s diners vibe. There are mat choices of food and it was good. As it is on Ventura Blvd so parking can be a little challenging despite the little parking in the back. And of course the vibe of the diner was vibrant.. we will be back.

- Hanh Nguyen -

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I thoroughly enjoy my visits here. The culinary team at Mel's Drive-In Restaurant consistently delivers exceptional quality. The staff is remarkably personable, and the ambiance is highly appealing. During my last visit, I ordered a turkey burger and purchased several souvenirs. I particularly value the establishment's cleanliness and the courteous, professional service provided. I wholeheartedly endorse this iconic and renowned restaurant to all my contacts and family members. My sincere gratitude to the entire staff at Mel's Drive-In in Sherman Oaks for ensuring such a positive experience.

- Cynthia Alvarez -

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Really tasty breakfast food. It was on the pricier side but the meals were very filling. I loved the retro diner vibe of the restaurant. Our server was very sweet and knowledgeable about the (very extensive) menu but they seemed to be a little understaffed, it was a bit difficult to wave someone down to get the check after we were finished. Still had a good experience overall!

- Karina Fischman -

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Decided to try out this neighborhood place, finally, and I'm really glad I did. Got up early and decided to go out for breakfast, thought I'd try Mel's. It was early, before 7am, when I arrived on a Friday so it was quiet. It smelled really good as I walked in, so my taste buds were already waking up. Was helped and seated immediately, and after a quick perusal of the menu I chose the Bomb Breakfast Burrito with grilled potatoes, absolutely delicious! The accompanying coffee was also some of the best I've had in a diner. I will be making this a regular spot, highly recommended.

- Keith Giles -

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What’s not like an amazing old school diner? I ordered home-made corn beef hash and two eggs over easy with hashbrowns and endless coffee sour dough toast unfortunately not in the photo. Please forgive me it was early hence the pace was very quiet. I also had a hangover helper juice would highly recommend this place to anybody And the staff were amazingly nice. Will definitely come back tomorrow morning.

- Darren Sager -

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So honest time. Only reason I found or even knew about this place was due to the fact it came up on an episode of the Golden Bachelor. And I said to myself that reminds me of an old Diner I used to visit when I was a kid. The location we went to on our to our Thursday Night Football Game was in Sherman Oaks on Ventura. The place looks like it was one of their first locations, your greeted right away the moment you walk in and everyone is dressed like the 1920’s. They have something for everyone’s indulgences. I got one of their burgers on grilled sourdough and their crisp fries with a side of ranch. Everything was perfect! I enjoyed every minute of it and I’m sure you will too.

- Pedro Perez -

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Classic as classic gets!! From the omelets to the tuna melt everything here is so so good. This visit is had the fried chicken sandwhich for the first time and maaaaaan.. perfection!

- Dub Fuego -

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I sometimes come here for breakfast on the weekend mornings because I find this place truly relaxing. It has that “oldie” atmosphere which good, quiet music is a part of and the food seems to be made with better ingredients than most other places. Also, there are organic options for some things so that’s another place. A special shoutout to Ramiro for the consistent, excellent service that he’s been providing every time I come here!

- Oleg V -

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