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Mel's Drive-In

Mel's Drive-In

Eat Local in San Francisco

4.2 4,227 Google reviews

+1 415 921 28 672165 Lombard St #102, San Francisco, California 94123 · Union Street

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2165 Lombard St #102, San Francisco, California 94123

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About

Part of a local chain, this family-friendly 1950s-style diner serves classic American comfort fare.

Amenities

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair accessible entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible parking lot
  • Wheelchair accessible restroom
  • Wheelchair accessible seating

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