Great customer service! Food is amazing! Place is clean! I highly recommend this place read more

10/10 service! Food is always delicious, clean environment. Would recommend!! Perfect place to eat and hang with friends.

As a student at UCSD, this is a great place close to campus to get lunch or dinner. Always serving hot food that hits every time. Although could maybe use a bit more seating. read more

As a burger fanatic, I really appreciate the quality and consistency at The Melt. The burgers are always cooked right, the cheese is on point, and everything tastes fresh. The service has been great every time I've come in--friendly, fast, and organized even during busy hours. The atmosphere is clean and has a good energy to it. Definitely a solid spot if you're looking for a reliable burger place in La Jolla. I'll be coming back. read more

The Melt - Dine In CBR - Sandwiches Near Me - La Jolla, California

Always untidy looking with trash on the floor. A regular sweep would make the place more presentable. This is my second or third visit and the floor always has the same untidy look. Sorry but I have to keep it real. Staff were friendly and helpful. They cut the crispy chicken in half as requested with no complaints. That was nice of them. I didn't notice the flavoring on the sweet potato fries first visit but this time we did. You might want to confirm what they sprinkle in case of allergies or taste preferences. I'm calling it out because we recommended them last visit. Tastes good - but they are not plain so make sure to ask. My partner was craving their food after our last visit and he left happy this weekend too. I've upped to 4 stars based on his feedback. Melts are not for me. The patty melt is way too greasy for my liking. Photos attached. read more

The Melt - CLASSIC CRISPY CHICKEN - Sandwiches Near Me - La Jolla, California

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Hair in food. My husband and I flew into San Diego and checked into our hotel late night & was starving- so ordered Door Dash- only to spend $46 on watery Mac & cheese and a hair in my burger- which in midbite- was entangled in the meat as I pulled the strand out of my mouth. I did write feedback on the Door Dash order- and to The Melt main web site- no response so far.... total crickets. Thanks for the absence of customer service. read more

The Melt - Receipt - Sandwiches Near Me - La Jolla, California

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The Crispy Chicken Sandwich was delicious and pretty large but the sandwich completely fell apart quickly. More sauce was on the outside of the bun and wrapper than in the sandwich. I would pass on the Garlic Parm fries, they were a little greasy. Plain fries may have been better. The place was busy. One of the few spots in this area that stays open late (2am or 3am most days). They need to work on their cleanliness. The dining area was pretty messy, dirty tables, floors had food and napkins, bench I almost sat at was dirty. Took my food to-go. parking in this lot during the day sucks but if you go late then there are plenty of spaces. read more

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We were trying to find a good brunch area for a Sunday afternoon in the La Jolla area.. It turned out to be very tough with average wait times in other places being 2 hours long!!! We gave up and decided to drive back from the shores to this plaza as we remembered coming here in thd past. No regrets!!! Ordering was easy through the kiosk provided upon entering and seating was available to be chosen from. I like that there's extra chairs piled up on the side so if you need an extra chair, you can grab one. They come with a beeper after you order so it makes it easier when you need to pickup your food. There was a wait but I think the food was made fresh in house so there was nothing wrong with that. My girlfriend and I both enjoyed our experience here again because the classic grilled cheese was DELICIOUS and toasted perfectly. We shared that between the two of us while I got the Crispy Classic and the Sweet Potato fries (amazing, best sweet potato fries I've ever had. My girlfriend got the Meltburger and she enjoyed every single bite too. It was flavorful and had good sauce to keep it juicy. We were done with our meal and needless to say, such a big worth it meal for our time and when we wanted/needed food asap!!! I DO wish they fix the doorhinges though. Everytime someone walked out the doors, they squeaked extremely sharp and loudly so that made it quite annoying!!! We would've eaten outside because of that but unfortunately all the tables outside were taken so we had to deal with that. Please do fix that! read more

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Came here last min for a quick bite, and this one place turned out to be pretty good. The service was quick, and the food came out quick. My grilled cheese sandwich was good, and the tomato soup was delish. My boyfriend ordered the spicy chicken sandwich and he said the chicken was okay -- just a little bland. The chicken was big, and the fries were great which was what made it good. If you want a quick bite, I would recommend this place read more

The Melt - THREE CHEESE CLASSIC - Sandwiches Near Me - La Jolla, California

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The strawberry lemonade is the best!! It is the perfect amount of sweet and is very refreshing. read more

The Melt - Strawberry lemonade - Sandwiches Near Me - La Jolla, California

Good burgers but a bit greasy Maybe it was the one burger I got The place is clean with good service but challenging parking read more

The Melt - Sandwiches Near Me - La Jolla, California

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The Melt in La Jolla is a tasty little spot that hits the mark when you're craving something crispy and comforting! I stopped in for a late night bite. The crispy chicken sandwich was golden and satisfying, and the fries were nicely seasoned with a good crunch--definitely comfort food material. That said, there was a bit of a weird bitter aftertaste, maybe from the oil? Noticeable enough to mention. Hoping its because something was overpriced and burnt, not because of reused oil... hence, the 4 stars not 5 Now, let's talk about the *real* hidden gem: the soda! So refreshing and full of flavor--I think they said locally made, and if that's the case, kudos to whoever's behind it. Definitely not your average fountain drink. Fun vibe, fast service, and good eats overall. Just a little tweak to that fryer oil and this place would be golden (literally and figuratively)! Might come back? read more

The Melt - Soda fountain - Sandwiches Near Me - La Jolla, California

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My one question is, Why didn't I come here sooner? The people that work here are so so kind, the food is exactly what you want when you are craving a burger, and omg the sweet potato fries are mouthwatering. So Yummy! We Definitely will be back :) read more

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I came here because it was part of the Sky Miles Dining program and I was staying nearby. Was the burger good? yes Was it better than other burger joints? I will likely forget it when I go home Wasit worth $11? By Kentucky Standard no... but perhaps by California standards. You order at a kiosk or at the counter... they give you a buzzer to go off when it's done and sitting on the counter. Their machine expects a 15% tip... do with that as you wish. It was work's dinner so they got it... but I still question the practice. It's open til 2 am, so I'm sure it's a great hangover place.... just not getting me with a wow factor. read more

This might be the first 5 I have ever given for a fast food restaurant. I wanted max protein and healthy as possible so I ordered the Classic Grilled Chicken Sandwich with cheddar cheese and I added tomato and I got the ranch dressing on the side. We used the kiosk to place our order which was easy and intuitive. The only change I would make to the kiosk ordering app is to be able to have the sauce that you want on the side. I had to order without any sauce then I asked for the ranch dressing when I picked up my order. 1. My sandwich had a decent size piece of chicken. 2. The chicken was tender with every bite. 3. Tasty combination of chicken, cheddar cheese, and a butter toasted potato bun. I was thoroughly enjoyed the entire sandwich. They have small cups for water which was perfect for us. I enjoyed the dill pickle spear. It was a nice thick spear that was fresh with great flavor. There was zero trace of food left on my tray. I enjoyed dipping my sandwich into the ranch dressing. It elevates the flavors even more. The dining area was clean and we enjoyed the vibe of the music and of the restaurant. read more

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We came here for a quick dinner and were happy with the quality of food we received for a fast casual restaurant! A step up from fast food but not considered a nice sit-down restaurant. You order at the counter and then get a buzzer which goes off when your order is ready. My husband and I both got the spicy mission burger. We thought it was really good with the combo of jalapeño, avocado, and pepperjack. However, we agreed that the special melt sauce didn't go very well with it and we wish that would've been served on the side. The burger didn't come with any sides, so you have to order fries or something else separately. We each got a milkshake and they were the perfect addition to our burgers! Prices were affordable and food was solid for a quick meal. read more

This was my first time visiting and the experience was very disappointing. I wish I would have seen how dirty the rest of the restaurant was (beyond the order screens), before I ordered, because I would have left. The restaurant is disgusting. Customer service was lacking too. Burger tasted old and cold. I would not return or recommend this place. read more

Plenty of parking. Casual atmosphere. You order at a kiosk. Sugarcane sodas only. Good burgers, fries, and one of the best cookies n cream milkshakes I've ever had. I had the spicy mission melt burger. It had lots of flavor, was juicy, but barely had any avocado. I'd return if I'm in the area to try other menu items! read more

The Melt - Sandwiches Near Me - La Jolla, California

Honestly, I don't even know where to start. I placed an online order and got a text saying it would be ready by 1:02 PM. I got there at 1:05 PM, but my name wasn't showing on the screen, so I checked in with an employee that confirmed they did have my order, so I figured it would just be another minute or two. Instead, I waited an extra 15min. I was my first time trying The Melt and I've heard great things, so I was looking forward to my meal. The classic chicken sandwich really caught me off guard. It just didn't look appetizing at all, and definitely not what I was expecting. The photo pretty much tells the story. read more

The Melt - Sandwiches Near Me - La Jolla, California

Very good for late night snack cravings. I originally wanted some Ghirardelli ice cream, but we were greeted by the big smile and super courtesy of Samaya (sp?) who suggested a chocolate malt and some Parmesan fries. Perfect! Good vibe, well lit, friendly. Best of San Diego read more

It's good burger but a little dry. Spicy but too spicy for me. We enjoyed sweet potato fries! Yum! Customer service is just ok nothing I mean they can smile more :). The place is clean. read more

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I ordered two cobb salads and there was no grilled chicken. The salad containers to go were covered in grease and the lids were not put on securely. I also did not get any side of pickles. I am disappointed. read more

I love how this restaurants hours are so flexible. If you're ever hungry at night and you're a UCSD student, it's pretty close to campus and convenient. My friends and I got a grilled cheese and a tomato soup, both were alright. The grilled cheese, had a lot of cheese. Almost too much. It felt very overloaded that I couldn't enjoy the bread with it. The bisque however was very creamy. It tasted very rich and was pretty solid. Eating them together balanced out making it fine, but honestly not the best I've had. It was pretty empty at night, so the wait time was not long, the lady at the register was really friendly, and was patient with us when asking questions and looking at the menu. Tables are also clean and there are plenty of places to sit. Overall, The Melt is okay. It's not a place I am constantly craving, but I wouldn't be opposed to coming back. read more

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Received amazing service from DJ. Extremely fast service complimented with an upbeat atmosphere. The food was exceptional. Highly recommend!

The food is amazingggggggg. I got the melt burger, with avocado and raw onions. Usually places don't have avocado as an addition. Daniella was so nice and sweet when taking our order. This place is now my favorite lunch spot read more

Came here for Thursday early dinner. This is in the same shopping center as Whole Foods & CVS. Walking in, they have a kiosk where you can put in your order yourself. My burger was pretty good. Cooked perfectly the way I like it. The garlic parmesan fries were also great. read more

The Melt - ORIGINAL CHICKEN MELT - Sandwiches Near Me - La Jolla, California

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Went to The Melt for the first time late Friday night and absolutely loved it. The staff was fantastic--super friendly and welcoming from the moment we walked in. I really wish I'd caught their names so I could give them the credit they deserve. Great selection of burgers and sandwiches, and the garlic parmesan fries were next level. Easily one of the highlights of the meal. I'll definitely be back soon! read more

I joined their Rewards program, because after the delicious grilled cheese sandwich and tomato soup, I am definitely eager to return again! -Three Cheese Classic Grilled Cheese ($7.99): What a delicious comfort meal! I would definitely recommend this. The cheeses are spectacularly gooey & flavorful. -Patty Melt ($11.49): I'm not sure that I would order this again. The meat patty (which is supposed to have wagyu) did not seem as fatty or moist as I would have expected. Maybe I should just try one of the burgers next time. -Cheddar bacon ranch fries ($5.99): This was a delicious treat with a generous helping of bacon crumble and melted cheese. I would definitely order again. -Tomato soup ($4.79): This was such a SMOL bowl of soup. It was so creamy and flavorful that I needed at least 4 times the portion size. I supposed it was a reasonable size for the price. But I could barely fit my grilled cheese into the bowl for dipping. There are two kiosks right next to the door for easy ordering. Indoor and outdoor dining are both available. This is a huge parking lot for a shopping center, yet it was remarkably difficult to find a spot on a weekday lunch hour. read more

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The food was there for the most part, bbq burger was solid, just was annoyed about the service taking so long. The place is also not maintained, trash on the floor and restrooms not being clean. read more

The best burger in town, the service is good really friendly and staff is super friendly .if you have a chance to to by tryout this restaurant it must read more

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Food was pretty mid to be honest. I would say the only good thing is that this place is open pretty late if that is what you are looking for. The place is kinda dirty. read more

My fiance and I ordered from Uber Eats a few sandwiches from the melt. I ordered the BBQ meltBurger but without BBQ sauce, which i do not recommend because the burger was definitely missing something. Overall I thought the quality of their food was just okay. The burger didn't seem too juicy or flavorful or anything to entice me to come back. Although we ordered the mac and cheese with chicken and bacon, and that was a game changer! This is definitely a food coma dish but so amazing! I would go back to just order the mac and cheese! read more

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Visited late at night when near the ucsd campus. It's our first time so we did not have any real expectations. It was one of the only places open that was appreciated! The employees were nice. No concerns there. Where they lost a star was The Food. Not the best feeling to get a cold French Fry when you are taking your first bite. I think we will give it another try. read more

I'm really not sure about this place now. I ordered the patty melt and the Parmesan fries. The patty melt was overcooked. The fries were very good. My issue is with the service. I showed up at opening. No one was around. I ordered at the kiosk. After a few minutes, I see an employee place an order on the counter and walk away. I'm the only one here and I'm starting to think, is that my order. I walk up to the counter to find out if it was mine. The employees in the back saw me at the counter but they continued to talk among themselves. That continued for a few minutes. They knew I was there but continued to ignore me. Finally someone asks if I needed anything. I asked is that my order. They looked in the bag and said yes. My order was there for awhile. I asked how do I suppose to know if that is my order that was ready to be picked up. They said your buzzer went off. I said it never went off. They checked to see if the buzzer worked and it did. While walking off they said sorry with an attitude. At that moment I started to think: was it an honest mistake or was it on purpose because I did not tip high enough on a togo order. I'll let you decide. But I'll go off there actions. read more

The Melt - Garlic parmesan fries - Sandwiches Near Me - La Jolla, California

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Went to try out The Melt after liking what I saw online. The ambience is decent, they have a good amount of seating, as well as a bar section for single seating. Service was quick, the food was good, they have a great selection of different items. I would try again. read more

The Melt - Mac and MAC DADDY - Sandwiches Near Me - La Jolla, California

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In a trendy works of wafer thin smash burgers and lukewarm self serve bottled drinks, do the the big, just a little pink inside, juicy, cheesy, Melt burger you need in your life, fresh signature soft drinks and insanely good sweet potato fries! read more

I love a good burger and this place hit the spot. The MELT is located in the shops at La Jolla Village. During the weekends and in the evening, it can be tough to find a parking here. But it's worth it for a good burger. I visited on a Monday for lunch around 12pm and there was no problem finding parking or a seat. The Menu The melt offers a wide variety of burgers and other sandwiches as well as several options for Mac and Cheese. I went with a basic burger for my first visit with bacon and ranch fries. The burgers are the smash burger style. My burger was very tasty and full of flavor. The portion size was great. I had a single burger that I was barely able to finish. I think the double might have been too much for me. And I normally do get a double. My fries were perfectly cooked and also very good. Did not try any of the mac and cheese, but from the looks of what I saw other people around me eating...I'm definitely coming back! The Service My only comment about this place was the service. When you arrive there are 2 self-ordering stations. It was a little confusing figuring out how to order. I wanted to just go to the counter and order, but there was no one around to help. Everyone appeared to be working in the kitchen. Overall the food is worth the wait and this is a place I can see myself coming back to over and over again. read more

Burgers are on the pricey side, but they are very flavorful! I usually get the regular meltburger but I tried something new this time and I wasn't disappointed. Everything was a bit greasier than I would like though. They have two kiosks by the door you can order from but I had a Melt reward code I wanted to use and didn't know where to input the code on the kiosk (I also didn't look very hard so maybe I missed it) so I went to order in person. There was t anyone at the counter and I did have to wait a few minutes before someone acknowledged me. After ordering, though, the food came very quickly. BBQ Bacon Meltburger: 5/5 Garlic Parmesan Fries: 4/5 read more

The Melt - BBQ BACON MELTBURGER - Sandwiches Near Me - La Jolla, California

We ordered the mac and cheese, let's just say it was... ok. it was sort of a mix of kraft and real mac and cheese. definitely come here for the burgers, they are AMAZING. read more

Grilled, toasty, and melty sandwiches pop into my head when I think about this spot. This is a casual place and I like to come here on weekends for lunch. I feel like the wait is a bit too long if you're having a short weekday work lunch, since their items are toasted well. I like coming here for the sandwiches, but I've tried many items from the menu. You can't go wrong with the sandwiches. I also like their sweet potato fries and soup. Their mac and cheese was just okay from what I remember. I like the self-serve kiosks, though you can stand in line to order as well. I can customize my order much easier this way with the kiosks. read more

The Melt - Grilled Cheese - Sandwiches Near Me - La Jolla, California