Mel’s Drive-In Menu (Update 2025)
Welcome to Mel's Drive-In, a classic American diner nestled in the bustling heart of San Francisco. This charming eatery, located at 801 Mission St, invites you to step back in time while indulging in a delightful selection of breakfast and brunch favorites. With a menu boasting everything from fluffy pancakes to savory patty melts, you'll find something to satisfy every craving.
- Breakfast All Day: Enjoy hearty meals 24/7, perfect after a late-night movie or an early morning shopping spree.
- Diverse Menu: Vegan and many vegetarian options ensure inclusivity for all dietary preferences.
- Family-Friendly Atmosphere: Casual seating with outdoor options makes it a great place for groups and kids.
With attentive service and a lively ambiance, Mel's Drive-In promises not just a meal, but a memorable experience. Don't miss out on their delectable milkshakes and specialty coffee drinks as you soak in the nostalgic vibes!
Coffees & More
Coffee
$4.95
Decaf Coffee
$4.95
Hot Tea
$5.50
Espresso
$5.25
Cafe Latte
$6.50
Cafe Mocha
$6.50
Cafe Americano
$5.75
Cold Brew Coffee
$7.00
Hot Chocolate w/ Whip Cream
$4.00
Chocolate Milk
$4.75
Iced Coffee
$6.00
Ice Latte
$6.50
LG Orange Juice
$8.50
SM Orange Juice
$7.00
Iced Tea
$5.50
Raspberry Iced Tea
$6.50
Arnold Palmer
$6.50
Pineapple Juice
$4.25
Lemonade
$6.50
Milk
$3.50
Soy Milk
$3.50
Almond Milk
$3.50
LG Spring Water Mtn Valley
$7.00
SM Spring Water Mtn Valley
$5.00
LG Sparkling Water Mtn Valley
$8.00
SM Sparkling Water Mtn Valley
$6.00
SM Grapefruit Juice
$7.00
LG Grapefruit Juice
$8.50
Crystal Geyser
$4.00
Beverage
Sodas
Coke
$5.50
Diet Coke
$5.50
Coke Zero
$5.50
Sprite
$5.50
Orange Soda
$5.50
Dr Pepper
$5.50
Root Beer
$5.50
Cherry Coke
$6.00
Cherry Sprite
$6.00
LG tomato juice
$7.50
Apple Juice
$4.00
SM Tomato Juice
$4.25
Cranberry Juice
$4.00
Popeye Power
$10.50
Roots
$10.50
Hangover Helper
$10.50
Weiss Watermelon
$10.50
Acai Smoothie
$10.95
Warrior Smoothie
$10.95
Juices
-Milkshakes
Milkshake
$10.25
The Penguin Shake
$10.75
Espresso Shake
$11.00
Vegan Oreo Shake
$13.75
Pumpkin Pie Caramel Shake
$9.95
"The Grants" Banana & Nutella
$10.75
Lana del Rey Shake
$10.75
The Sweetheart Shake
$10.75
Jr Avocado Toast
$11.00
Avocado Toast
$19.50
Country Breakfast
$14.25
Diced Ham and Eggs
$19.50
Sirloin Steak and Eggs
$25.00
Corn Beef Hash and Eggs
$21.95
Elvis Scramble
$20.50
El Rancho Breakfast Burrito
$21.75
Yuppie Joe Scramble
$20.50
Turkey Hash & Eggs
$19.50
Huevos Rancheros
$19.25
Chilaquiles
$19.25
Old Fashioned Buttermilk Pancakes
$15.95
French Toast.
$15.75
Waffle.
$11.50
French Toast Combo.
$18.25
Waffle Combo.
$18.25
Nutella French Toast
$20.95
Chicken and Waffle (2-Pcs)
$22.00
Chicken and Waffle (4 pcs)
$26.00
New York Steak and Eggs
$30.50
Sunrise Breakfast
$19.25
The Lumber Jack
$24.00
Rise and Shine Sandwhich
$19.25
Biscuits and Homemade Country Gravy
$15.25
Ham and Cheese Omlette
$19.25
Mushroom Omlette
$19.25
Veggie Omlette
$19.25
Denver Omlette
Ham, Swiss, Mushrooms, and Onions
$20.95
Stevens Omlette
$21.75
Hangover Omlette
$23.00
Cheese Omelette
$14.50
Bowl Fruit yogurt
$14.25
Organic Granola & Fruit
$14.17
Bomb Breakfast Burrito
$18.50
Breakfast
Breakfast Sides
Side Bacon
$7.00
Side Sausage
$7.00
Side Turkey Sausage
$8.00
Side Ham
$7.00
Grilled Potatoes
$6.00
Hash Browns
$6.00
Side CB Patty
$12.00
Tomato Slices
$6.00
One Cake
$6.00
One Egg
$4.50
Bowl Fruit
$10.75
Cup Fruit
$5.75
Side Greek Yogurt
$6.00
Cottage Cheese
$6.00
Bagel
$4.25
Bagel w/Cream Cheese
$5.25
S/ Toast
$3.50
English Muffin
$3.75
Melburger
$19.95
Melburger NO FRIES
$18.00
Smash Burger
$17.95
Sunset Burger
$24.00
Avocado Burger
$21.50
Mels Patty Melt
$21.75
Mushroom Burger
$22.00
Turkey Burger
$21.00
Impossible Burger
$23.00
Black Bean Veggie Burger
$18.00
Hollywood Burger
$17.95
R-66 Burger
$21.00
Beef Slider
$6.50
Turkey Goat Cheese Slider
$7.50
Short Rib Slider
$7.50
Slider Trio
$19.50
Chili Dog
$17.75
San Francisco Hot dog
$16.25
Impossible Smash Burger
$21.50
Chiliburger
$22.95
J's Jalapeno Burger
$19.50
Burgers
Sandwich
Grilled Cheese
$15.95
Short Rib Grilled Cheese
$24.50
Tuna Melt
$19.00
Club Sandwich
$23.00
Meat Loaf Sandwich
$20.50
BLT Sandwhich
$18.50
French Dip
$19.75
Reuben Sandwhich
$22.50
Turkey Pesto Melt
$20.25
Creole Fried Chicken Sandwhich
$21.00
Tuna Sandwhich
$17.75
Chicken Salad Sandwich
$15.50
Turkey Breast Sandwhich
$18.50
Charbroiled Chicken Breast Sandwhich
$20.50
Chicken PESTO Melt
$23.50
Open Faced Roast Beef Sandwhich
$21.00
Open Faced Turkey Breast Sandwhich
$24.00
Grilled Ham & Cheese Sandwhich
$17.95
Steak Sandwich
$30.00
Plain Hot Dog
$8.75
Caeser Salad
$14.50
Small Caesar Salad
$8.50
SM Santa Monica Salad
$10.50
LG Santa Monica Salad
$13.00
Chicken Caesar AVO Wrap
$19.25
Santa Fe Salad
$22.00
Quinoa and Kale Salad.
$13.00
Watermelon and Beets Salad
$18.50
Cobb Salad
$22.00
Tuna Salad
$17.25
BLT Wedge Salad
$14.00
Taco Chicken Salad
$22.50
BLT Chopped Salad
$18.95
Salad
Dinner
Chicken Cacciatore
$22.00
All American Meat Loaf
$25.00
Homemade Turkey Dinner
$25.00
New York Steak Dinner
$35.00
Chicken Breast Dinner
$25.00
Slow Braised Short Rib Dinner
$26.00
Grilled Atlantic Salmon
$32.00
Southern Fried Chicken
$27.50
Chicken Pot Pie
$21.95
Fish N Chips
$23.00
American Fries
$6.50
Twisty Fries
$7.00
Sweet Potato Fries
$8.50
Onion Rings
$9.00
Onion Rings & Fries Combo
$8.50
Fresh Vegetables
$8.50
Mac and Cheese
$8.50
Lumpy Mash Potatoes w/ Gravy
$6.50
Hermans Potato Salad
$6.00
S/ Coleslaw
$5.75
Sweet fries & French Fries Combo
$7.75
Ryan's Broadway Fries
$13.50
1/3 lb Hamburger Patty
$9.00
1/2 lb Hamburger Patty
$12.00
Corned Beef Patty
$12.00
S/ Yogurt
$6.00
Side Avocado
$3.00
Side Cottage Cheese
$6.00
One Pancake
$6.00
S/ New York Steak
$28.00
S/ Rice Pilaf
$5.00
S/ Asparagus
$5.75
Side Hashbrown
$6.00
Side Chicken
$18.00
Side Turkey Patty
$9.00
Scoop of Tuna
$7.00
Side 6oz Sirloin
$14.00
Side Salmon
$26.00
S/ Berries
$5.75
S/ Nutella
$1.50
S/ Gaucamole
$4.50
S/ Greek Yogurt
$6.00
Two Biscuits
$12.00
One GF Pancake
$7.00
S/ Spinach
$5.50
S/ Country Gravy
$2.25
One Biscuit
$3.00
S/ Peanut Butter
$1.50
One Biscuit w/ Gravy
$8.00
S/ Pico De Gallo
$2.00
1/2 Bacon 1/2 Sausage
$8.00
S/ Ranch
$1.00
1 (one) Egg
$4.00
2 (two) eggs
$7.25
1/2 Side Bacon
$4.00
S/Turkey Sausage
$8.00
S/ Impossible Patty
$11.00
Side Sweet Fries & Twisty Fries
$8.50
S/ Pickles
$2.00
S/Turkey Gravy
$2.50
S/Beef Gravy
$2.50
Side Dressing
$1.00
Side Jalapenos
$1.00
Side Smash Sauce
$1.00
SIDES
Appetizers
Mozzarella Sticks
$15.95
Buffalo Wings
$17.50
Chicken Tenders
$16.50
Short Rib Nachos
$18.50
Chili Fries
$16.00
Garlic Parmesean Fries
$11.00
Bacon Ranch Cheese Fries
$12.50
Loaded Short Ribs Fries
$16.50
Root Beer Float
$7.75
Coke Float
$7.75
Hot Apple Pie
$8.95
Berry Pie
$8.95
Cherry Pie
$8.95
Chocholate Fudge Cake
$8.50
Double Cream Cheesecake
$9.00
Dessert
Soup
Cup Chicken Soup
$7.00
Bowl Chicken Soup
$9.00
Quart Chicken Soup
$18.00
Cup Clam Chowder
$8.00
Bowl Clam Chowder
$11.00
Cup Texas Chili
$9.00
Bowl Texas Chili
$12.50
Bowl Tomato Soup
$9.00
Cup Tomato Soup
$7.00
Impossible Burrito
$23.25
High Protein Breakfast
$22.50
Arnolds Protein Shake
$12.00
Arnold Menu
Secret Menu
Spaghetti & Meatballs
$21.00
Chef Salad
$21.00
Shirt
$28.00
Grey 75th Corvette Shirt
$28.00
White American Classic Shirt
$28.00
Ivory Sunset Blvd Shirt
$28.00
Shirts
Hats
Tan/Green MuscleCar Hat
$30.00
Tan/Black "Muscle Car" Hat
$30.00
Black Flag Hat
$30.00
Green 75th Anniversary Hat
$30.00
Denim 1947 Hat
$30.00
Black Eagle Hat
$30.00
White/Red Eagle Hat
$30.00
Beige/Navy 1947 Location Hat
$30.00
Let the Good Times Roll (Ivory/Green Hat
$30.00
Blue/White Classic Logo Hat
$30.00
Blue/White USA Olympic Hat
$30.00
Pink/White Hat
$30.00
Beanie Black
$30.00
Beige Sweater
$65.00
Pin
$4.00
Magnet
$5.00
K Cups Box
$18.95
Metal Sign
$8.00
Post Card
$1.00
Beer Glass
$15.00
Mug
$15.00
Mels Classic Mug
$15.00