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    The Melt

    4.7 (119 reviews)
    Closed 10:00 am - 2:00 AM (Next day)
    Updated 1 week ago

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    THE MELT ATMOSPHERE

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    Casual
    Outdoor seating
    Dogs allowed

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    Waiting patiently for the puppy patties
    Rubi M.

    A special thank you to Alizeya, who was genuinely friendly and welcoming. Great customer service makes a difference :) The restaurant is clean, comfortable, and nice and cool inside on hot Davis days. There's also plenty of outdoor seating. It was perfect for us to split a burger with my two pups.

    Kristy H.

    Our burgers were delicious. So much food. Garlic fries are heaven. Parking kind of sucks but it's Davis so kind of used to that. Pretty busy little place, but the food is worth it.

    Maki K.

    I just wanted to try this California chain burger shop. It's located close to Trader's Joe. My favorite burger in California is of course In-N-Out double double so compare to that, price is double in this place. It is not smash burger. Oily. Garlic Parmesan fries are also too oily... Tomato soup is good I only could finish half of them.

    DOUBLE BBQ BACON MELTBURGER
    Lou H.

    My mouth is watering as I write this review, remembering the melt-in-your-mouth deliciousness I experienced here. I got a double bbq bacon burger but could've gone with a single as they're hearty. As a side I got sweet potato fries which are enough for 2 people to share. The soda fountain is a variety of natural sodas, which I ended up liking more than I thought. Finally they had cookies my buddy's kids loved. My buddy had a steak sandwich which he said tasted like a Philly but he wished he would've gotten a burger as both his kids liked their cheeseburgers. To sum it up it was a greasy mess, but one of the best burgers I've ever had. I'll be sure to come back next time I'm in the area. That's this critic's review, until next time, I'll be eating.

    MELTBURGER
    Amber R.

    This was my first time at this location - the food is just as great as any other Melt restaurant. There was plenty of seating inside & some outdoor patio seating as well. The music/people made it a bit loud inside so I sat outside, which was perfect. You can order from an employee or at a kiosk. The staff was nice & the wait wasn't too long for peak lunch time. Both the Melt Burger & the crispy chicken sandwich were amazing - came out hot too. The best thing to top off the meal was the garlic Parmesan fries. Bonus: add the garlic from the fries to your sandwich I'll definitely be back to this location soon!

    MELTBURGER
    George S.

    Great food, with good size portions. The kids meal was probably the same size as the adult meal. Quick good priced food. Clean inside as well.

    CHEDDAR BACON RANCH FRIES
    Tanya B.

    Reading the menu I was beyond excited to try this place... the burgers and the fries both sounded amazing! I ordered the melt burger and was expecting a tiny punch... something to show there was a jalapeño sauce in there somewhere but nothing. I had one small diced jalapeño piece in the whole thing. The burger meet was ok. I added avocado and that was fresh and delicious, with enough to cover the whole burger. The ranch cheddar bacon fries were ok, but honestly bland?! I couldn't believe it... they looked like they'd be packed full of flavor and it was just bland. I will go back and get again but I wasn't left desiring more.

    Sarah T.

    Stopped in late Saturday night & it was busy but still received our order in a decent time. Ordered the spicy crispy chicken. It's good & not dry & not too spicy. I would definitely order it again. Also ordered the garlic Parmesan fries. So good. Staff were friendly. Plenty of seating. Be sure to clean up after you're done.

    Brian G.

    Melt is back in Davis and this spot looks very modern. I like the kiosks for ordering and the signage/decor. Spicy chicken sandwich: B- Chicken is huge, plus very crispy. Spice level is mild-medium, mostly coming from the jalapenos and sauce. Would have liked spicy seasoning added to the chicken directly. I like potato buns but this Bun was a bit too soft, would have liked it toasted. The sandwich is really moist so it is a mess to eat. Fries: A Superb fries, I think these are perfect. Thin cut, crispy, and well seasoned.

    Luke C.

    The Melt is a great choice for a burger or grilled cheese sandwich in Davis. The restaurant is beautiful and it is very easy to order your food there as they have either a kiosk you can select food from or the traditional counter. My biggest advice when it comes to the Melt is to eat the food there and DINE IN! I say this because if you go for their burger or grilled cheese, the absolute best version of it will be when it comes out to you. My first Melt experience was a to-go order. When I brought it home the cheese had solidified again and the burger lost all its magic. When the burger is fresh, it is incredible! I loved it so much! So just make sure you DINE IN! The burgers are great and full of flavor. I really enjoyed the unique relish/pickle stuff that they put in the cheese. It's a great flavor addition to the burger. The grilled cheeses were amazing as well. I got a chance to take a bite of my friend's sandwich and it was heavenly. If you get it with jalapenos just be careful as they are spicy! The mac and cheese is good and very well portioned, but I found it to be less enjoyable than other places. It has a very hearty taste and can fill you up quickly. The cheese they use is also a bit more of a mature taste which I definitely didn't prefer. Overall The Melt is a wonderful restaurant and one that I'd happily return to!

    Cookies and Cream Milkshake
    Lindsey L.

    The food was amazing. I tried The Melt burger and the double cheeseburger two separate times and this hit the spot after a long day. The milkshakes were also delicious but once it melts it starts to feel a little too sweet which is a given. The Garlic fries, however, are SO GARLICY AND SO DELICOUS. It makes my mouth water thinking about it. If you are coming with another person get a milkshake and garlic friends to share and burger each. It is the perfect portion size. It is also a great studying place because of how big the seating area is. There is also wifi in there so it makes it even better for staying here a little longer. Sometimes the workers come by and give samples. I tried the chocolate chip cookie sample and it was so soft and delectable. Would come here again!

    MELTBURGER
    Ricardo G.

    The service was quick and the inside very spacious. Quickly got my burger after ordering! Meltburger - 8/10 Really nice size for the price, wonderful salty patty. I wish it came with tomato, lettuce, and onions, but that's on me. Wonderful with the pickle and ketchup. Would definitely get again, with some tweaks.

    Margie L.

    Nice restaurant,new and clean,walking distance from dorms,apartments and UC Davis school.went here for dinner,a bit crowded,staff are friendly and greeted us,we can order thru their kiosk or from the staff.Service is fast like the fast food chain you grew up in,fascinating is they have to weigh orders that are take out,i guess that's faster than checking the items inside the bag.Burger is delish,love the garlic parm fries and sweet potato fries,crispy chicken is my fave,they don't skimp on the sauce.Fountain drinks have so many choices,love the rootbeer,a must try.

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    2 months ago

    New location in Davis. Got the grilled cheese and tomato soup, it tasted amazing. Great service, Alizeya was so sweet! Definitely recommend

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    20 days ago

    Wow absolutely love this place! Everything was made fresh! Definitely recommend this place!

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    Basically good but chicken breast in shroom burger had a lot of gristle and unbelievably salty. Next time will ask for no extra salt.

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    Alessia gave us great service and food was good! Fun and easy lunch place! She even gave us a free cookie to try!

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    Shimy the manager was reallly nice and she gave me free fries very nice person she was very generous will be back again

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    Burgers and Brew

    Burgers and Brew

    3.8
    (2.4k reviews)
    0.9 mi
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    If you have not eaten here, it's a must! My daughter and I needed to kill time since we live out of…read morethe area, we seen the outdoor dining (just left UCD Vet so I had my big ol' husky with me), I never take my dog to restaurants or anything like that and the young ladies did not make me feel bad for having my dog and even brought out a water bowl. They checked in on us several times the service was fantastic. Now to the food, my daughter ordered the cheeseburger and I order the grilled chicken sandwich, i think that was the best chicken sandwich I have had in a very long time. In my daughter's words her Cheeseburger was "fire". I stuffed myself beyond full because I could stop eating it. Lol The mayo sauce was delicious and the bun was soft and tasty... fries were fresh and perfectly salted. Definitely recommend stopping in for a bit to eat.

    18 years after our first visit, we've returned. It says something about a restaurant that they are…read morestill here after 18 years. This time I went with their strength and ordered a burger, the lamb burger. It was wonderful, the burger had a bold lamb flavor (why eat lamb if you don't like that gaminess?) and the feta cheese went well with it. My husband ordered the Mushroom and Onion Cheeseburger and he wasn't too impressed. The onions were not sautéed enough and the entire burger had not much flavor. As before, the fries were so-so, they got soggy quickly. You can order your burger a la carte or for $2.40 more get a side of fries or mixed green salad. One orders at the counter and is given a number to bring to a table. We at outside on the patio. There were misters nearby to keep it a bit cooler on a warm day. Our food came out relatively quickly. We had to ask for a knife so that we could cut our burgers in half. We each ate just half and brought the rest home for another meal.

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    Bull 'N Mouth

    Bull 'N Mouth

    3.8
    (160 reviews)
    1.0 mi
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    Great place to meet up with friends, grab a bite to eat, and have a drink. Outdoor and indoor…read moreseating available. Friendly staff that is prompt and courteous. Plenty of beers on top, and plenty of gastropub fare to choose from. Prices are reasonable. Parking is on the street. Lots of space to spread out. Relatively family friendly where tables are spread out and no one can really hear your table. Lots of decent family-friendly food options as well. Solid choice if you're in the area, looking for a pizza, salad, beer, or something to munch on while you're hanging out with your buddies.

    Chose Bull N' Mouth to celebrate a best girl's birthday, and I feel like the stars aligned with…read morethat decision. Tuesday around 4pm ended up being the perfect time to slip in, avoid the crowds, and actually get to chat with Scotty about the menu. Since it was our first time here, we appreciated his food and drink recommendations, and he absolutely steered us right. We sat in the decked-out "Library" room, which felt like stepping into an old-school den with deep red leather sofas, bookshelves, and an impressive collection of art and decor. Overall, a fantastic experience. The icing on the cake was the service, which was truly top shelf. Every community has those people who become part of what makes it special, Scotty is clearly one of those people. Can't wait to come back and try more of the menu.

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    Wayback Burgers

    Wayback Burgers

    3.6
    (57 reviews)
    1.1 mi

    HAVE AGAIN: The bacon cheese fries were good, but likely try a different type next time…read more NOT HAVE AGAIN: The Classic burger this time was good, but I'd prefer a different one next time. The Classic has lots of mustard, too much.

    *** Vegetarian Review ***…read more Saw them on Good Day Sac (May 28) promoting $5 National Burger Day. They had all their burgers displayed, including the Impossible. We changed our lunch plans only to get turned away at the counter. When we ordered, the counter staff said he didn't think it was included in promotion. He went back to talk to the manager and said ... "The promotion doesn't include Impossible because of the price difference." We explained we saw the promotion piece on Good Day Sac and all their burgers were showcased, never mentioning Impossible was excluded. "We can't do it" So, we left. I looked at the promotional poster on the way out and the small print doesn't show any exclusions either, but didn't feel in the National Burger Mood any longer. Taco Wednesday at the nearby Dos Coyote. As much as I want to support local businesses, the lack of simple communication between ownership/employees to anticipate vegetarians might want to participate really bugs the heck out of me so we won't be coming back. Plus, the last time we came here, they messed up our order. Fries instead of tater tots. And no side sauces. Wishing them well.

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    Froggy's

    Froggy's

    4.0
    (354 reviews)
    1.2 mi
    $$

    The food here is really delicious. They have a great variety on their menu even serving breakfast…read more We ordered the tri tip cheese steak sandwich with tater tots that was really good the tator tots were nice and crispy. We also ordered a regular hamburger and a grilled chicken sandwich with pesto mayo. The pesto mayo was a nice touch and the chicken wasn't over cooked or dry it was nice and juicy. This place gives me sports bar vibes with a very friendly attentive staff. This is our second time coming here and it definitely wont be our last. Definitely recommend this place if your in Davis.

    We are from out of town and I have 3 kids. We decided to give this place a try as it had really…read moregreat reviews. This place is NOT welcoming for kids of any differences. If you know, it is already incredibly hard taking an autistic child to a restaurant. The manager thought it was ok to tell my 13 year old to put on my autistic son's shoes..... (why not ask me, the mom?) As my son is screaming and heaving a full meltdown over shoes now, the manager continues to apologize because there were possibly glass shards on the ground in his restaurant. If that is the case, maybe someone else should be notified as that is a serious safety hazard and my son would get cut anyway as he has sandals that expose his feet, as did my daughter. I will never eat here and will make sure to let all my friends with and without kids with disabilities to never eat here. What an unacceptable excuse this place made me and my family feel. If I could I would rate it 0 stars. Horrible management!!

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    The Hotdogger

    The Hotdogger

    4.0
    (352 reviews)
    1.1 mi
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    Stopped by on March 7th after walking around downtown Davis with my wife. This was my second time…read moreordering from this place, last time was back in 2019 when my wife and I were 19/18 years old respectively and still dating. Amazing how their prices have only gone up about $2 after almost 7 years, including after being featured on the Food Network in Guy Fieri's show "Best Bite in Town" (which they won with the Thai Sausage)! Anyways, it's a snug little shop where the food is prepped right in front of you. I ordered the BBQ Bacon Dog and my wife ordered the veggie chili. Our food was prepared quickly, and both items were delicious! The hotdog was about a footlong - thin but very tasty! Came with a full strip (or two) of crispy bacon and toasted to perfection. The chili was also very flavorful with a bit of heat to it! Would absolutely recommend this place for a quick bite you can eat while you're walking around downtown. Will be coming again soon!

    The Hot Dogger brick n mortar is in the college town of Davis, CA, right in downtown. An estimated…read more150 square feet of compact coziness where they serve up seven varieties of dogs including an all beef dog, vegan soy, and the award winning spicy mango chicken sausage. The menu also includes wedge fries, chili, potato salad, potato macaroni salad, and homemade lemonade. The dogs and sausages have a natural casing, giving them a satisfying snap. Quality. Steamed and served on fresh baked buns from the local bakery down the street. The folks that work here are down right awesome. Yes, over the many years (~30 years)that I have been a customer, various staff have come n gone. But all having a welcoming personable attitude. Just the hotdogger way. There is no seating indoors, only outdoor. There are tables,outside on the sidewalk, under big beautiful trees that give off ample shade in the summer. Great place to sit, enjoy the food, and soak in the Davis college town's downtown vibes.

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